The UK energy regulator, Ofgem, has ordered an investigation into Drax, one of the leading producers of biomass energy. The purpose of this investigation is to assess Drax's compliance with the rules on the renewable origin of the electricity it generates, particularly with regard to the use of wood as an energy source.

Mozambique's president has given the green light for TotalEnergies to resume its natural gas project, which has been suspended since 2021 following a jihadist attack. However, TotalEnergies is cautious about resuming its operations.

The U.S. Department of Energy denied Lake Charles LNG's request for a second extension of time to begin exports from its planned Louisiana export terminal. This decision is a setback for the 16.5 million tons per year project.

Russia is considering supplying natural gas to China via companies other than Gazprom. The Power of Siberia 2 pipeline could be used with gas from Rosneft and INK, but China could be in a strong position because it does not need additional supplies until 2030.

The president of Engie is confident about LNG supply for the coming winter, thanks to reduced consumption and increased imports from Norway and the United States. European gas reserves are currently at a high fill rate.

Mitsui & Co Ltd acquires 92% of an unconventional gas asset in Texas to expand its gas business and support the energy transition. This is in line with Japan's objective to keep LNG as a transitional fuel.

Oil giants Chevron and ExxonMobil recently unveiled the results of their tests of renewable gasoline blends, which could potentially reduce emissions from conventional cars to levels comparable to electric vehicles.

Turkey is launching its first deliveries of Black Sea gas to achieve energy independence and diversify its supply sources, covering about 6% of its annual gas consumption.