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#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.

Oil sanctions: What's behind Biden's squeeze on Russia? DW 01/13/2025

The Biden administration has enacted significant sanctions on Russian oil, aiming to cripple a key financial resource for President Putin.

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.

Oil sanctions: What's behind Biden's squeeze on Russia? DW 01/13/2025

The Biden administration has enacted significant sanctions on Russian oil, aiming to cripple a key financial resource for President Putin.

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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#ukraine

Ukraine halts supply of Russian gas to Europe

Ukraine has halted gas transit to Europe, prioritizing national security and aligning with Europe's reduction of reliance on Russian energy.

Ukraine halts transit of Russian gas to Europe after a prewar deal expired

Ukraine halts Russian gas supplies to Europe, driven by national security concerns and a rejection of Moscow profiting from ongoing conflict.

Why Did Ukraine Halt the Flow of Russia's Natural Gas to Europe?

The halt of Russian gas through Ukraine could significantly impact Europe's energy security and Moscow's military funding.

Russia accuses US and Ukraine of targeting TurkStream gas pipeline

Russia accused the US of encouraging sabotage against the TurkStream pipeline, escalating tensions in energy security between Russia and the EU.

Kyiv will not allow Russian gas to transit through Ukraine to Hungary allowing Putin to 'earn additional billions' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Hungary seeks to reclassify Russian gas as Hungarian to bypass Ukrainian transit restrictions.
Zelensky remains firm against facilitating Russian gas passage through Ukraine.

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.

Ukraine halts supply of Russian gas to Europe

Ukraine has halted gas transit to Europe, prioritizing national security and aligning with Europe's reduction of reliance on Russian energy.

Ukraine halts transit of Russian gas to Europe after a prewar deal expired

Ukraine halts Russian gas supplies to Europe, driven by national security concerns and a rejection of Moscow profiting from ongoing conflict.

Why Did Ukraine Halt the Flow of Russia's Natural Gas to Europe?

The halt of Russian gas through Ukraine could significantly impact Europe's energy security and Moscow's military funding.

Russia accuses US and Ukraine of targeting TurkStream gas pipeline

Russia accused the US of encouraging sabotage against the TurkStream pipeline, escalating tensions in energy security between Russia and the EU.

Kyiv will not allow Russian gas to transit through Ukraine to Hungary allowing Putin to 'earn additional billions' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Hungary seeks to reclassify Russian gas as Hungarian to bypass Ukrainian transit restrictions.
Zelensky remains firm against facilitating Russian gas passage through Ukraine.

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.
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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.

Does a broad expansion of nuclear energy make sense? DW 01/14/2025

Nuclear power is being reconsidered as a viable energy source amid climate concerns despite its own set of environmental challenges.

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.

Does a broad expansion of nuclear energy make sense? DW 01/14/2025

Nuclear power is being reconsidered as a viable energy source amid climate concerns despite its own set of environmental challenges.

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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Centrica warns there is 'less than a week of gas demand in store' for the UK - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK gas storage levels are critically low amid harsh winter temperatures, heightening concerns about energy security.
#baltic-sea

Finnish coastguard boards tanker suspected of causing power and internet cable outages

Finnish authorities investigate the Eagle S ship for potential sabotage related to undersea cable damage.

Finland-Estonia power cable hit in latest Baltic Sea incident

The undersea power cable between Finland and Estonia may have been sabotaged amidst rising tensions in the Baltic region.
Finland's electricity supplies remain unaffected, but investigations are ongoing regarding the cable's malfunction.

What to know about Finland, Russia's 'shadow fleet' and a severed undersea cable

Russian affiliates may be sabotaging EU infrastructure in response to support for Ukraine.

Estonia begins naval patrols to protect energy cable after suspected sabotage

Estonia initiates naval patrols to secure energy links with Finland amidst concerns of sabotage incidents involving undersea cables.

Finnish coastguard boards tanker suspected of causing power and internet cable outages

Finnish authorities investigate the Eagle S ship for potential sabotage related to undersea cable damage.

Finland-Estonia power cable hit in latest Baltic Sea incident

The undersea power cable between Finland and Estonia may have been sabotaged amidst rising tensions in the Baltic region.
Finland's electricity supplies remain unaffected, but investigations are ongoing regarding the cable's malfunction.

What to know about Finland, Russia's 'shadow fleet' and a severed undersea cable

Russian affiliates may be sabotaging EU infrastructure in response to support for Ukraine.

Estonia begins naval patrols to protect energy cable after suspected sabotage

Estonia initiates naval patrols to secure energy links with Finland amidst concerns of sabotage incidents involving undersea cables.
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Finland detained an oil tanker it says was part of Russia's 'shadow fleet' helping fund its war in Ukraine

The cutting of an undersea power cable in the Baltic Sea has raised serious concerns about Russian operations and the need to combat the so-called shadow fleet.
#slovakia

Slovak PM Fico holds talks with Putin during surprise Russia trip

Slovak PM Fico seeks a diplomatic resolution to the Ukraine war while navigating gas supply concerns amid EU criticism.

Ukraine war briefing: Putin meets Slovak PM in rare Moscow visit to secure energy deal

Slovakia is negotiating gas supply stability amidst geopolitical tensions, highlighting dependency on Ukrainian transit and exploring new energy sources for the future.

Slovak PM Fico holds talks with Putin during surprise Russia trip

Slovak PM Fico seeks a diplomatic resolution to the Ukraine war while navigating gas supply concerns amid EU criticism.

Ukraine war briefing: Putin meets Slovak PM in rare Moscow visit to secure energy deal

Slovakia is negotiating gas supply stability amidst geopolitical tensions, highlighting dependency on Ukrainian transit and exploring new energy sources for the future.
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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.

Labour seems to be flailing, but keep faith: Starmer's long-term plans are both radical and sound | Polly Toynbee

The cabinet focuses on long-term goals over immediate results, requiring public trust for their plans to succeed.

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.

Labour seems to be flailing, but keep faith: Starmer's long-term plans are both radical and sound | Polly Toynbee

The cabinet focuses on long-term goals over immediate results, requiring public trust for their plans to succeed.

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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Premiers expected to discuss Trump's looming tariff threat during Toronto meeting | CBC News

Canada's premiers are strategizing on handling Trump's tariff threats, focusing on health care, energy security, and Canada-U.S. relations.
#european-union

What Ukraine's assault on Russia could mean for EU gas supplies

Europe still relies on Russian gas despite conflict in Ukraine.

How can Baku and Brussels align on gas supplies to the EU?

Azerbaijan seeks increased EU investments in natural gas to support its energy ambitions while recognizing the EU's current needs for energy diversification.

What Ukraine's assault on Russia could mean for EU gas supplies

Europe still relies on Russian gas despite conflict in Ukraine.

How can Baku and Brussels align on gas supplies to the EU?

Azerbaijan seeks increased EU investments in natural gas to support its energy ambitions while recognizing the EU's current needs for energy diversification.
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Trump's Silver Bullet

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

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.

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.
#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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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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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.

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.

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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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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