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#nuclear-energy

Uranium supplier announces $60 million Tennessee expansion as U.S. ramps up nuclear power

Centrus Energy is expanding uranium enrichment capacity in response to increasing reliance on nuclear power in the U.S.

UK government plays power broker with SMR suitors

The UK is negotiating with bidders for small modular reactors to enhance nuclear power generation.

Uranium supplier announces $60 million Tennessee expansion as U.S. ramps up nuclear power

Centrus Energy is expanding uranium enrichment capacity in response to increasing reliance on nuclear power in the U.S.

UK government plays power broker with SMR suitors

The UK is negotiating with bidders for small modular reactors to enhance nuclear power generation.
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Trump's Silver Bullet

Trump's administration's fossil fuel strategy targets economic recovery and global tension reduction.
#sanctions

More countries are openly flaunting their ties with Putin. They say it's just business.

Russia is seeking to break diplomatic isolation by engaging with strategic countries like India, Vietnam, and Indonesia.

European Parliament calls for action against Russia's 'phantom fleet'

MEPs urge stricter measures against Russia's 'phantom fleet' to combat sanction evasion and enhance energy security.

More countries are openly flaunting their ties with Putin. They say it's just business.

Russia is seeking to break diplomatic isolation by engaging with strategic countries like India, Vietnam, and Indonesia.

European Parliament calls for action against Russia's 'phantom fleet'

MEPs urge stricter measures against Russia's 'phantom fleet' to combat sanction evasion and enhance energy security.
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Heat from sewers, tube and Thames could soon warm London buildings

The project aims to heat 1,000 London buildings with decarbonised heat, significantly cutting CO2 emissions and enhancing energy security.
#geopolitics

Nord Stream sabotage: How are key players reacting? DW 08/16/2024

The Nord Stream pipeline attack continues to have significant geopolitical ramifications and uncertainties regarding the perpetrators.

This NATO Ally Has the Strongest Navy in the Middle East By Far

Naval power is crucial for protecting Middle Eastern maritime borders and energy trade.

Nord Stream sabotage: How are key players reacting? DW 08/16/2024

The Nord Stream pipeline attack continues to have significant geopolitical ramifications and uncertainties regarding the perpetrators.

This NATO Ally Has the Strongest Navy in the Middle East By Far

Naval power is crucial for protecting Middle Eastern maritime borders and energy trade.
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#investment

How collaboration, AI, and finance can bridge the Global North-South clean energy gap

Clean energy investment in 2024 will reach over US$2 trillion, but most funds are directed to the Global North, leaving the Global South at a disadvantage.

UK data centre investment stalled by lack of electricity supply

Electricity supply delays are hindering UK data centre investment, impacting digital growth.

Lithuanian renewable energy firm Green Genius secures 100M

Green Genius is set to receive up to €100M from EBRD to support renewable energy projects and enhance energy security in Europe.

How collaboration, AI, and finance can bridge the Global North-South clean energy gap

Clean energy investment in 2024 will reach over US$2 trillion, but most funds are directed to the Global North, leaving the Global South at a disadvantage.

UK data centre investment stalled by lack of electricity supply

Electricity supply delays are hindering UK data centre investment, impacting digital growth.

Lithuanian renewable energy firm Green Genius secures 100M

Green Genius is set to receive up to €100M from EBRD to support renewable energy projects and enhance energy security in Europe.
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#government-policy

Labour refuses to publish impact assessment of winter fuel payment cuts

The government is withholding impact assessment details of fuel payment cuts until after a parliamentary vote.

What is the LNG row all about and why is Mark Ruffalo in the thick of it?

Ireland seeks LNG due to depletion of local gas sources and energy security concerns, despite environmental risks associated with LNG and fracking.

Labour refuses to publish impact assessment of winter fuel payment cuts

The government is withholding impact assessment details of fuel payment cuts until after a parliamentary vote.

What is the LNG row all about and why is Mark Ruffalo in the thick of it?

Ireland seeks LNG due to depletion of local gas sources and energy security concerns, despite environmental risks associated with LNG and fracking.
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China Buys Nearly All of Iran's Oil Exports, but Has Options if Israel Attacks

Iran's oil infrastructure is crucial for regional stability and global markets, particularly impacting China due to its dependence on Iranian oil.
#renewable-energy

UK to gets nine new offshore wind farms

Britain has announced nine new offshore wind farms through its latest renewables auction, enhancing energy security and green power generation.

Ireland is key to proposed Atlantic interconnector that would secure energy supply for Nato members

The proposed multi-billion-euro interconnector between Europe and the US aims to strengthen energy security amidst global tensions.

Warning energy bills could jump by 200 under plans to build gas-fired power stations

Households may face higher energy bills to pay for gas-fired power stations. Additional capacity is needed to ensure energy security and support renewable intermittency.

Sunak going backwards' on energy security as new gas power plants announced

The UK government plans to build new gas power stations beyond 2030 for energy security.
Climate groups oppose the decision, stating it hampers the UK's commitment to cut carbon emissions and energy security.

Ed Miliband: beating nimbys on green rollout a matter of national security'

Rapid deployment of renewable energy infrastructure is crucial for UK energy security and economic justice.

UK to gets nine new offshore wind farms

Britain has announced nine new offshore wind farms through its latest renewables auction, enhancing energy security and green power generation.

Ireland is key to proposed Atlantic interconnector that would secure energy supply for Nato members

The proposed multi-billion-euro interconnector between Europe and the US aims to strengthen energy security amidst global tensions.

Warning energy bills could jump by 200 under plans to build gas-fired power stations

Households may face higher energy bills to pay for gas-fired power stations. Additional capacity is needed to ensure energy security and support renewable intermittency.

Sunak going backwards' on energy security as new gas power plants announced

The UK government plans to build new gas power stations beyond 2030 for energy security.
Climate groups oppose the decision, stating it hampers the UK's commitment to cut carbon emissions and energy security.

Ed Miliband: beating nimbys on green rollout a matter of national security'

Rapid deployment of renewable energy infrastructure is crucial for UK energy security and economic justice.
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#uk-government

Climate a more fundamental threat than terror - Lammy

Climate change is a fundamental threat and will be central to UK foreign policy under David Lammy.

Oil and gas legislation is total distraction, senior Tory says

Senior Tory criticizes plans for annual oil and gas licensing rounds, saying they reinforce the perception that the UK is not serious about combating climate change.
The government argues that the plans will strengthen the UK's energy security and that domestic production of fossil fuels is better than importing them.

Climate a more fundamental threat than terror - Lammy

Climate change is a fundamental threat and will be central to UK foreign policy under David Lammy.

Oil and gas legislation is total distraction, senior Tory says

Senior Tory criticizes plans for annual oil and gas licensing rounds, saying they reinforce the perception that the UK is not serious about combating climate change.
The government argues that the plans will strengthen the UK's energy security and that domestic production of fossil fuels is better than importing them.
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Germany investigates drone flights over industrial park DW 08/22/2024

German prosecutors are investigating drone activity linked to espionage and sabotage at critical infrastructure sites.
#ukraine

Hungary calls on EU to mediate over Ukraine-Russia oil spat DW 07/23/2024

Hungary under Orban continues to challenge EU dynamics by impacting energy security through relationships with Russia and Ukraine.

Polish leader urges Nord Stream patrons to keep quiet' as pipeline mystery returns to spotlight

Poland denies involvement in the Nord Stream sabotage and calls for apologies from the pipeline's initiators.

Hungary calls on EU to mediate over Ukraine-Russia oil spat DW 07/23/2024

Hungary under Orban continues to challenge EU dynamics by impacting energy security through relationships with Russia and Ukraine.

Polish leader urges Nord Stream patrons to keep quiet' as pipeline mystery returns to spotlight

Poland denies involvement in the Nord Stream sabotage and calls for apologies from the pipeline's initiators.
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What Ukraine's assault on Russia could mean for EU gas supplies

Europe still relies on Russian gas despite conflict in Ukraine.

Anker's Slim SOLIX X1 Streamlines Residential Backup Power

Residential backup battery storage offers homeowners peace of mind during grid outages, especially when paired with solar.
#lng

Academics and Lawmakers Slam an Industry-Funded Report by a Former Energy Secretary Promoting Natural Gas and LNG - Inside Climate News

The report examines the role of natural gas in energy security, equity, and sustainability in the U.S., Europe, and Asia.

Why is the EU still buying Russian gas? DW 04/29/2024

The EU has significantly reduced gas imports from Russia but still relies on some Russian gas, impacting Kremlin revenues.
European leaders have taken steps to diversify gas supplies, including increasing LNG imports from other countries to decrease dependence on Russian gas.

Academics and Lawmakers Slam an Industry-Funded Report by a Former Energy Secretary Promoting Natural Gas and LNG - Inside Climate News

The report examines the role of natural gas in energy security, equity, and sustainability in the U.S., Europe, and Asia.

Why is the EU still buying Russian gas? DW 04/29/2024

The EU has significantly reduced gas imports from Russia but still relies on some Russian gas, impacting Kremlin revenues.
European leaders have taken steps to diversify gas supplies, including increasing LNG imports from other countries to decrease dependence on Russian gas.
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The 3 Myths Propping Up the Fossil Fuel Industry

Fossil fuels contribute over 75% of global emissions.
The fossil fuel industry has propagated three myths to scare governments from reducing their reliance on fossil fuels.

China's coal addiction puts spotlight on its climate ambitions before Cop28

China's addiction to building new coal-fired power plants is continuing, despite efforts to reduce reliance on coal and address climate change.
Local governments in China approved 50.4GW of new coal power in the first half of 2023, and construction started on 50GW of coal capacity in 2022.
China views coal as the primary guarantee of energy security and is sensitive to criticism of its investments in coal.

Ukraine war briefing: Boost to Patriot missile supplies for Kyiv other countries will have to wait

The US will prioritize sending Patriot missiles to Ukraine due to Russian attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure, allowing Ukraine to defend against Russian forces beyond its border.
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