Focus on Politics
Analysis: Whoever wins election, Venezuela faces natural gas problem
Venezuela faces critical gas shortages despite vast reserves, with upcoming elections intensifying debate over privatization and investment to revive production.
German government signs off on hydrogen import strategy
Germany adopted a strategy for the import of hydrogen to help secure sustainable energy supply.
US Democrats launch bill holding oil firms accountable for any work with OPEC
The bill proposes to penalize energy companies found colluding with OPEC by revoking their eligibility for new federal leases.
Airlines urge governments to save floundering green jet fuel industry
A UK initiative to promote green jet fuel will need to be taken up around the world if the technology is to have...
First Quantum CEO does not see Cobre Panama mine re-opening this year
The mine is not in production since November 2023 when the Panama government ordered the shutdown due to protests over environmental issues.
Promoting trade-friendly climate policies through ‘interoperability’
A paper from Resources for the Future recommends 'interoperability' in carbon intensity measurements for traded goods to reduce administrative burdens and facilitate climate-friendly...
US working with Kyiv on future power generation plans
The U.S. and Ukraine are collaborating on a post-war energy grid roadmap, focusing on safe nuclear power and renewables to rebuild and secure...
Biofuel Bentleys are coming for Britain’s green king
Environmentally conscious King Charles III will convert chauffeur-driven cars to run on biofuels, install solar panels and increase use of SAF for royal...
Russia ‘killing’ climate, say activists awaiting top court ruling
Russian war emissions in the spotlight as activists file a case with European court over climate impact of Ukraine conflict.
Renewables overproduction turns electricity prices negative
While consumers enjoy negative electricity prices, the renewables industry fears it will foster 'dangerous rhetoric' about the future of green energy.
