Energy markets on the move: European gas plummets following Australian agreement to end strike threat. Oil remains undecided despite economic concerns and OPEC+ production cuts.

Maui County is suing Hawaiian Electric for failing to disconnect power before the deadly fires despite weather warnings.

UK energy regulator Ofgem lowers the energy price cap, saving households an average of £151 a year. However, the end of government aid could mean higher bills for a third of households, particularly the most energy-efficient, while Greenpeace criticizes the government's decisions.

COP28 in the United Arab Emirates will feature a program focusing on topics such as health, recovery, peace, trade and multi-level action. The conference, to be held at Expo City Dubai from November 30 to December 12, 2023, aims to accelerate the energy transition, reform climate finance and bring nature and livelihoods to the fore in climate action.

The suspension of approvals for renewable energy projects in Alberta has halted the plans of four major international companies, creating political tension and investment uncertainty in the province. This suspension jeopardizes Alberta's position as a leader in renewable energies in Canada.

Early demand and limited supply have boosted carbon prices in China, while uncertainties over future policies add a touch of volatility.

India sets an emission limit for green hydrogen, paving the way for cleaner, more sustainable production. This decision marks an important step in the country's energy transition to green hydrogen.

Chinese solar panel manufacturers are seeking to evade US tariffs by carrying out final assembly in other Asian countries. A Commerce Department investigation reveals these circumvention practices and highlights efforts to maintain the integrity of trade rules.

In the first quarter of 2023, greenhouse gas emissions in the European Union (EU) totaled 941 million mtCO2e, down almost 3% on the same period last year, according to Eurostat. This decrease coincides with a 1.2% increase in EU GDP over the same period, as reported by the bloc's statistical agency.

The Central Bank of Libya reunites its two branches to restore stability in a country marked by division. This reconciliation is a significant turning point, seeking to unify the sovereign institution to better manage oil resources and revitalize monetary policy.

The Libyan government's official response to allegations of the sale of the port of al-Khoms. The Government of National Unity denies having granted any rights to the port or authorized any military use. Spokesman Mohamed Hamuda denied the rumors. Residents' protests accuse the government of wanting to cede part of the port to Turkey for military purposes.

The European Commission has approved Guarantees of Origin (GOs) as the main method for certifying renewable energy consumption, in line with the EU taxonomy. This measure requires companies to report on 'contractual agreements' related to energy consumption, under the new European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS).

Once considered a pioneer of the energy transition with its offshore wind turbine boom, the UK is now finding itself in trouble in the race to produce "green" electricity, according to a recent study.

The Yasuni referendum will determine whether oil production from "Block 43" in Yasuni Park in the Ecuadorian Amazon, rich in biodiversity and carbon capture, will be suspended. While some see this as crucial to the ecological preservation of the region, others see the block as an essential economic asset for the country.

Nicolai Tangen, Director of the Norwegian fund, discusses the challenges of inflation and climate. It also highlights the effects on productivity, as well as the measures taken by the fund to promote climate-friendly practices within invested companies.

The Gulf monarchies are seeking to become world leaders in green hydrogen production to diversify their energy economies and address environmental challenges, while at the same time facing the challenges of commercial viability and technological adaptation.

The world's largest sovereign wealth fund, Norway's, posted an exceptional first-half return of 10%, with growth of 1,501 billion kroner (131 billion euros) boosted by the stock markets. The fund's value reached an impressive 15,299 billion crowns (1,332 billion euros) at the end of June.

The United States is investing $1.2 billion in CO2 air capture to combat climate change. Two ambitious projects target one million tonnes of CO2 per year, despite criticism and technical challenges.

Sri Lanka abandons a $3.85 billion deal for an oil refinery, the largest foreign investment planned. The project, initially funded by Oman and Silver Park International, has been cancelled as construction has not started since 2019.

Explore the complex facets of Ecuador, from the challenges of narcotrafficking and violence, to the struggle of indigenous peoples for their territories, the detention of Assange and the economic stakes linked to oil, while discovering the unique treasure of the Galapagos Islands, in this captivating account of the tumultuous evolution of a nation.

Power cuts during the heatwave and drought of May and June resulted in an economic loss of $1.4 billion for Vietnam, according to the World Bank. This crisis exposes the energy challenges facing the country, which is dependent on hydroelectricity, and highlights the need for swift action to ensure energy security in the face of the impacts of climate change.

The Conseil d'Etat has rejected Greenpeace's appeal against the French president's nuclear announcements, ruling that the speech could not be challenged on grounds of excess of power. The administrative court also ruled that only future decisions that complied with the law could be challenged.

U.S. power plant owners are challenging the Biden administration's plan to reduce carbon emissions because of the use of expensive technologies that have not been proven on a large scale, according to EEI. This resistance poses a challenge to the administration's goal of achieving zero net emissions in the electricity sector by 2035.

The U.S. Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is a flagship policy for reshaping the energy sector. It offers huge opportunities for renewable energies, but the challenges of interconnection and transmission need to be addressed.

APA Corp. faces the instability of the UK oil and gas sector. CEO John Christmann IV refocuses strategy. Despite the challenges, APA is still aiming to produce until the early 2030s.

The Genesis consortium is disqualified from the Brazilian energy tender by Aneel due to qualification problems. Second-placed Rialma and ISA Cteep have been asked to take over the projects.