Government discuss windfall tax on energy companies as Irish households are crippled with sky high bills Cabinet will discuss the possible tax on Tuesday morning Irish Mirror · Nov 21, 2022
Feds offer $1B to keep California's last nuclear plant open The Biden administration has announced preliminary approval to spend up to $1.1 billion to help keep California’s last operating nuclear power plant running The Independent UK · Nov 21, 2022
Hunt for higher local gas supply The state subsidy programme for electricity prices is not the only way to curb their rapid increase, which is partially driven by the import of costly liquefied natural gas (LNG). Bangkok Post · Nov 20, 2022
South Africa faces challenges in transition away from coal Living in the shadow of one of South Africa’s largest coal-fired power stations, residents of Masakhane fear job losses if the facility is closed as the country moves to cleaner energy The Independent UK · Nov 20, 2022
Saudi Arabia Steps up ‘Climate Battle’ Efforts The Saudi pavilion at COP27 was one of the most crowded places during the days of the conference in Sharm el-Sheikh. Visitors did not only attend seminars and discussion sessions, they also met researchers who have introduced programs directed to combating climate change to light. While Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz… Asharq Al-Awsat · Nov 19, 2022
SA navigates over-supply of power SA has coped with an over-supply of power after the loss of its connection to Victoria left the state unable to export excess renewable energy there. AAP · Nov 17, 2022
Indian firm with few assets and 'junk' credit rating in the middle of WA's growing energy crisis At the centre of a deepening energy crisis in Western Australia sits an obscure Indian company with next to no assets and a credit rating deemed as junk by a ratings agency. ABC News · Nov 14, 2022
FERC chairman’s term could end as Manchin balks at renomination Without a hearing this Congress at the Energy and Natural Resources Committee, Richard Glick will have to step down at the end of the year. Roll Call · Nov 14, 2022
Premier Dominic Perrottet picks Paul Broad for new role as energy adviser Premier picks up Broad for new role Newcastle Herald · Nov 11, 2022
4 EV Stocks You Shouldn't Touch With a 10-Foot Pole The EV industry has witnessed stupendous growth over the past few years thanks to technological advancements, growing acceptance, and government incentives. However, the industry has been plagued by high inflation, supply chain disruptions, rising raw material costs, and the semiconductor chip shortage. Given these factors, investors should stay away from… StockNews.com · Nov 8, 2022
French public authority to question energy minister over family assets France's public standards watchdog will look into media reports about assets held by Energy Minister Agnes Pannier-Runacher's children, a spokesperson for the agency said on Tuesday. Reuters · Nov 8, 2022
New £400 energy bill rebate voucher update for those topping up pre-payment meter The updated information on redeeming a voucher will offer much relief to households this winter and for those using non-smart, traditional pre-payment meters in their home. Glasgow Live · Nov 8, 2022
New £400 energy bill rebate voucher update for every person topping up a pre-payment meter The updated information on redeeming a voucher will offer much relief to households this winter. Daily Record · Nov 8, 2022
Saudi Arabia Signs Energy MoUs with Egypt, Oman Saudi Arabia signed two separate memoranda of understanding in the energy field with Egypt and the Sultanate of Oman on Monday, on the sidelines of the 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference and the second edition of the Green Middle East Initiative summit, which were held in the Egyptian city… Asharq Al-Awsat · Nov 8, 2022
AAP · Nov 8, 2022 Treasury backs energy market intervention A senior bureaucrat says there's a strong case for intervening in the energy market as the war in Ukraine has caused prices to reach unprecedented highs.
AAP · Nov 7, 2022 Snowy chief upset ministers with surprises Performance and termination payments went to former Snowy Hydro chief Paul Broad, despite ministerial concerns about his conduct.
Tribune News Service · Nov 6, 2022 Biden feud with Big Oil ratchets up just as world needs more US oil As October drew to a close, the White House saw another potential energy flash point on the horizon.
AAP · Nov 6, 2022 Qld power plant fail 'unfortunate': govt Queensland Energy Minister Mick de Brenni has assured residents the state's power supply is solid heading into energy-intensive summer months.
AAP · Nov 4, 2022 Government eyes energy crisis quick fixes Albanese government ministers will discuss possible regulatory interventions to ease energy prices in a cabinet meeting next week.
Reuters · Nov 3, 2022 U.S.-Mexico nuclear cooperation agreement enters into force A bilateral agreement on nuclear energy between the United States and Mexico entered into force, the U.S. State Department said Wednesday, adding that it will enhance cooperation on energy security.
Insider UK · Nov 2, 2022 Energy sector to discuss just transition for offshore workers Scottish Government ministers Michael Matheson and Lorna Slater will attend the Offshore Energy Skills event
AAP · Oct 27, 2022 Energy law change to push down gas prices Energy Minister Chris Bowen has reached a deal with state and territory ministers which he says will put downward pressure on gas prices.
Asharq Al-Awsat · Oct 27, 2022 Lebanon Delivers Signed Sea Border Deal to US Mediator Lebanon signed and delivered its copy of a US-mediated sea border deal with Israel on Thursday to a US mediator, hoping to soon start exploring gas in its southern maritime blocs to bring economic stability to the crisis-ridden country. The agreement to demarcate the maritime border comes after months of…
The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2022 ‘Energy genocide’: Ukraine pleads for urgent help as Russia blitz on infrastructure grows Exclusive: Ukraine’s energy minister German Galushchenko tells Bel Trew in Kyiv that Moscow is trying to sow ‘darkness and despair’ with its all-out assault on the country’s power plants
Insider UK · Oct 24, 2022 Hydrogen could be Scotland’s ‘greatest opportunity’ since oil and gas Energy Secretary set to promote nascent sector at European conference this week