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The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) aims for 100% customer metering to eliminate estimated billing and enhance service for its 1.2 million customers. This initiative coincides with the launch of its new digital platform, MyPower.
Singapore's PM Lawrence Wong congratulated Lao PM Saleumxay Kommasith and invited him to visit Singapore. Bilateral cooperation has expanded in areas like energy, carbon credits, and transnational crime.
Yemen's Houthi rebels claim new ballistic missile and drone attacks on Saudi airports, including Riyadh, as the conflict with the Saudi-backed Yemeni government intensifies.
QatarEnergy Secures $3 Billion Loan From Chinese Banks as LNG Exports Stall
QatarEnergy has secured a $3 billion loan from Chinese banks to support its operations, coming at a time when its liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports are reportedly stalling.
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva has warned that an energy shock, high public debt, and the rapid AI boom pose significant threats to global economic growth. She called for decisive action, particularly in advanced economies burdened by debt, suggesting interest…
Iran's Minister of Energy, Abbas Aliabadi, arrived in Kabul, Afghanistan, for official meetings with Afghan authorities and to visit the Abu Hanifa International Exhibition.
Schools in Northern Ireland have been advised by the Education Authority (EA) to reduce heating and lighting, including telling staff and pupils to wear more clothes, to mitigate an anticipated £8m rise in energy bills by March 2027.
Australia's High Court Blocks Major Coal Mine Expansion Over Emissions
Australia's High Court has blocked a significant coal mine expansion, citing concerns over its potential greenhouse gas emissions. This decision sets a new precedent for environmental considerations in major project approvals.
New reports detail the complex and dangerous situation for commercial shipping crews caught between U.S. and Iranian naval warnings in the Persian Gulf. The conflict has also resulted in significant U.S. aircraft losses.
Tesla is expanding its Powershare Home Backup feature to Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, allowing them to power homes during outages. This functionality requires Tesla's Powerwall 3, with support for older Powerwall versions coming soon. The feature is currently limited to …
President Trump signed an executive order allowing all Americans to use tax-exempt red-dyed diesel fuel, typically reserved for off-road machinery.
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order to alleviate high diesel costs for farmers, truckers, and businesses by expanding the tax-free use of red-dyed diesel and urging states to waive fuel taxes. This initiative aims to save millions for agricultural and tran…
Yemeni pro-government forces claim to have secured the Bab al-Mandab Strait and captured the city of Mokha in a major offensive against Houthi rebels, though conflicting reports suggest they have only reached the city's outskirts.
Oklo and NuScale Power are two companies vying for dominance in the small modular nuclear reactor (SMR) market. Oklo plans to own and operate its plants, targeting data centers, while NuScale licenses its technology globally. Both face significant financial and regulatory…
Despite India's economy growing at over 7%, its stock market is among the worst performing globally in 2026, experiencing an eight-week losing streak. Foreign investors are withdrawing funds, and domestic investors are seeing their wealth erode due to factors like high oi…
The US Supreme Court is hearing arguments in a major case where big oil companies, including Suncor Energy and ExxonMobil, are attempting to block state-level lawsuits seeking to hold them accountable for climate change costs.
WTI Sinks Nearly 4% as EU Weighs Emergency Stockpile Release
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil prices fell by nearly 4% as the European Union considers releasing emergency oil stockpiles to address market volatility and supply concerns.
Senegal's national oil company, Petrosen, aims to launch the second phase of the offshore Sangomar oil field development by 2028, planning to add approximately eight new wells to maintain or increase production.
The average price of diesel in the UK has reached a record £2 a litre, significantly increasing costs for motorists and small businesses due to disruptions from the US-Israel war on Iran.
UK diesel prices have surpassed £2 a litre for the first time, while eurozone inflation has surged to a three-year high of 3.8%. World food prices are also near a four-year peak.
The average price of diesel in the UK has surpassed £2 a litre for the first time, according to the RAC, driven by ongoing disruptions from the Iran war and other global conflicts.
Diesel prices in Northern Ireland have reached their highest level since the Iran conflict began, with an average of 193.3p per litre, according to Consumer Council data. This surge is attributed to disruptions in wholesale oil production and transportation in the Middle …
Estonia's Prime Minister Kristen Michal has accused Russian special services of ordering an arson attack on defence firm Milrem Robotics, calling it part of a broader campaign to intimidate Europe and weaken support for Ukraine. Russia denies involvement.
India Looks to Boost Exploration as Hormuz Crisis Threatens Supply
India is intensifying its domestic oil and gas exploration efforts to reduce reliance on imports, a strategic move prompted by the ongoing crisis in the Strait of Hormuz that threatens global energy supply chains.
MIT Technology Review is set to release its 2026 list of Climate Tech Companies to Watch, highlighting innovations that offer hope despite global warming targets being missed and climate policy setbacks.
The UK is in discussions with US authorities and preparing for a potential ban on diesel exports by President Donald Trump, as UK diesel prices hit a new record high amid global supply pressures.
Iran says it expects US response Tuesday on plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Tehran anticipates a US response on Tuesday regarding its proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. This reopening is contingent on several conditions, including a regional ceasefire and the lifting of sanctions.
Trump weakens fuel efficiency standards for cars, saving $138B over 5 years, but critics say it will raise fuel costs and harm health, environment.
UK diesel prices have reached an all-time high of 199.18p per litre, according to the RAC, driven by ongoing conflict in the Middle East disrupting global oil supplies. This surge means filling an average family car with diesel now costs £110.
Can Fracking Reverse Colombia’s Oil and Gas Decline?
Colombia's oil and gas production is declining, threatening its economy and energy independence. The current government's anti-fossil fuel stance and opposition to fracking hinder efforts to unlock vast unconventional reserves that could reverse this trend.