Italy pilots self-driving cars in a car sharing program
A2A, along with its partners, announced on Wednesday that Italy had hosted a groundbreaking test of an autonomous vehicle for car-sharing as part of the utility's project in Brescia. Stellantis' electric FIAT500 city car left the charger, drove a kilometre in fully autonomous mode at a maximum of 30 km/h, and then stopped at a park area to simulate the experience of transporting a customer.
RODA responds to Trump EO on Offshore Wind & Permitting
The Responsible Offshore Development Alliance (RODA) extends gratitude to President Trump for his decision to temporarily withdraw all areas on the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) from consideration for new or renewed wind energy leasing.This important move recognizes the vital role our communities, industries, and ecosystems play in the broader national interest.
European firms exposed as Trump targets US offshore wind
U.S. President Donald Trump in his first day of office on Monday suspended new federal offshore wind leasing pending an environmental and economic review, saying wind mills are ugly, expensive and harm wildlife.Former President Joe Biden supported the offshore wind industry, setting a target for 30 gigawatts (GW) of projects by 2030…
Stocks in the US react differently to Trump's first official day as president
Tesla, prison operators, and other "Trump trades", were volatile Tuesday as investors analyzed a flurry of executive orders issued by President Donald Trump just hours after taking his oath. Trump announced his plans to increase oil production, reduce immigration and impose tariffs on Monday as he began his second term as president of the United States.
CNPC: China's crude imports could grow by 1% in 2025
According to a report released by the state-owned energy giant China National Petroleum Corp. (CNPC), China's crude imports are expected to rise just 1% in 2019. The country's reliance upon oil imports, however, is projected to stay at 70% between 2026-2030. The Economics and Technology Research Institute of CNPC (ETRI) estimated…
Trump lifts the freeze on LNG export permits
The U.S. President Donald Trump ordered on Monday that the U.S. resume processing applications for export permits for new liquefied gas (LNG). This is part of his effort to increase U.S. energy production and to dismantle climate policies from his predecessor. The Republican executive order was expected and reverses the pause that Joe Biden…
What is known about Trump's Executive Orders after the swearing-in?
Donald Trump, the U.S. president, issued a series of executive orders on Monday to stamp his mark on his administration. These included directives on immigration and criminal pardons to energy. Trump pardoned around 1,500 people on Jan. 6, 2020, who stormed into the U.S. Capitol. This was a massive gesture of support for those…
Trump announces end of new US wind energy leasing
Donald Trump, President of the United States, announced on Monday that windmills will no longer be supported by the government, claiming they are expensive, ugly and harmful to wildlife. Trump told an audience at a post-inauguration event that he would not be doing the wind thing. In a press release issued by the White House earlier that day…
What is known about Trump’s executive orders following his swearing-in?
Donald Trump, the U.S. president, began issuing what was expected to be an avalanche of executive orders and directions on Monday as he tried to stamp his mark on his new government on issues ranging from immigration to energy. Sources familiar with the plans say that more than 200 orders and directives may be issued in a "shock and awe" campaign.
What is known about Trump’s executive orders following his swearing-in?
Donald Trump, the U.S. president, said on Monday that he will issue what is expected be a flurry executive orders and directions as he seeks to stamp his new administration in matters ranging between energy to immigration. Sources familiar with the plans say that more than 200 orders and directives may be issued in what's known as an "escape-and-shock" campaign.
What we know about Trump’s executive orders following his swearing-in
Donald Trump, the U.S. president, said on Monday that he will issue what is expected be a flurry executive orders and directions as he seeks to stamp his new administration in matters ranging between energy and immigration. Sources familiar with the plans say that more than 200 orders and directives may be issued in a "shock and awe" campaign.
What we know about Trump’s executive orders following his swearing-in
Donald Trump, the U.S. president, said on Monday that he will issue a series of executive orders and instructions to stamp his mark on his administration. These directives and orders are expected to cover a wide range of issues from immigration to energy. Sources familiar with the plans say that more than 200 orders and directives may be issued in what's known as an "shock-and -awe" campaign.
Russia's proposed gas pipeline to Iran
The Russian President Vladimir Putin announced on Friday plans to build a pipeline to Iran that will eventually transport up to 55 billion cubic meters (bcms) of gas per year into the West Asian nation. Here are some background details about the cooperation between Iran, Russia and the gas sector. Iran is the second largest gas producer in the world after Russia. However, U.S.
What we know about Trump’s executive orders following his swearing-in
Donald Trump will issue a series of executive orders and directions after his inauguration as U.S. President on Monday, to stamp his mark on his new administration in matters ranging between energy and immigration. Two sources familiarized with the plan said that more than 100 orders and directives would be issued on Day One, in a move known as "shock-and-awe".
Australian Government pledges $1.24 Billion in Green Aluminium Push
Australia's Labor Government pledged A$2 Billion ($1.24 Billion) in production credits on Monday to support the four Australian aluminium smelters to switch to renewable energy before 2036. Aluminum is one of non-ferrous metals that is the most polluting to produce, since its production is mainly powered by coal. The term "green aluminium" is used to describe metals produced by solar, wind and hydropower.
Oil minister: Bidding round for $3-4 billion to boost Libya's oil production is expected shortly
Khalifa Abdelsadek said on Saturday that Libya will need between $3 billion and $400 million to achieve a production rate of 1,650,000 barrels of oil per day. He added that the cabinet is expected to approve a new round of license bids before the end January. Abdulsadek stated that the Libyan economy is heavily dependent on oil. It accounts for more than 95% its economic output.
Colombia's President suspends peace negotiations with ELN rebels
The Colombian president Gustavo Petro halted peace talks on Friday with the leftist National Liberation Army, (ELN), after accusing them of committing a crime against humanity in the Catatumbo area, located in Norte de Santander, the province in which the country is situated. Petro, on X, said: "The dialogue with this group has been suspended.
China's carbon power will rise in 2024, surpassing expectations that coal would peak
Official data released on Friday showed that China's thermal power generation, which is mainly coal-powered, increased by 1.5% between 2024 and 2025. This was contrary to expectations, as coal generation had been expected to peak. However, growth has slowed down, reaching its lowest level in nine years, excluding years during the COVID-19 epidemic.
China's 2024 refining output is expected to decline by a rare amount due to weak demand
China's oil refining throughput in the year 2024 will be the lowest in over two decades, barring 2022 when the world was hit by the pandemic. Plants have reduced production in response to stagnant demand for fuel and low margins. National Bureau of Statistics data showed that the world's second largest refining industry, after the U.S., processed 1.6% less crude last year.
Biden administration protects more Alaska refuge from drilling
The administration of President Joe Biden moved on Thursday to restrict oil and gas drilling in more areas of Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. This was a last minute move to frustrate President-elect Donald Trump’s plans to increase drilling in this area. The Interior Department which manages ANWR said that it had identified…
