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Future of chemical sector ‘at risk’ in UK without plan to cut fossil fuels
Think tank calls for policymakers to support a transition to green chemicals industry in Britain to help decarbonise wider economy.
Ecuador starts to shut down oil drilling on nature reserve
Ecuador begins shutting down oil wells in Yasuni reserve after voters approved a referendum to end drilling for environmental reasons.
Tesla asked Canada for lower tariff on China-made EVs: govt source
Tesla sought a lower tariff on Chinese-made EVs before Canada imposed a 100% duty, similar to the EU's approach.
Maersk says ocean shipping’s zero-emissions push needs government support
Maersk's green methanol ship crossed the Pacific, but lacked U.S. refueling options, highlighting the need for more green fuel infrastructure.
UK govt urges energy firms to support awareness campaign for winter bills help
The government plans a winter campaign to help customers struggling with energy bills, urging industry support and protection.
Switzerland to scrap ban on building nuclear power stations
Switzerland plans to lift its ban on new nuclear power plants to enhance energy security amid rising geopolitical tensions.
Two Republicans want Pentagon to add Chinese battery maker CATL to restricted list
Top Republican lawmakers urge U.S. Defense Department to restrict Chinese battery maker CATL, citing ties to Beijing's military.
Prime Ontario agricultural land to be protected amid energy expansion, minister says
'Energy agnostic' government will add 5,000 megawatts to the grid with gas, renewables and nuclear, but solar farms banned from prime agricultural land.
Ecuador voted to stop oil drilling in heart of Amazon. It hasn’t happened
Government seeks a five-year extension to the end of Amazon oil drilling in Ecuador as activists say there is no 'political will' despite...
Spain proposes Energy Minister Ribera for EU Commissioner post
Advocate for fast transition to zero-carbon economy Teresa Ribera put forward for EU Commissioner job.
