Sunday, February 23, 2025

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Sources say that RPT-Australian Woodside is in talks with three partners about Louisiana LNG.

Multiple sources have confirmed that Woodside Energy is in talks with several potential investors to buy stakes in the Louisiana liquefied gas plant. These include Tokyo Gas, Japan’s JERA, and Saudi Aramco-backed MidOcean Energy. This sale…

Sources: Woodside Australia is in talks with three partners about Louisiana LNG.

Multiple sources have confirmed that Woodside Energy is in talks with several potential investors to buy stakes in the Louisiana liquefied gas plant. These include Tokyo Gas, Japan’s JERA, and Saudi Aramco’s MidOcean Energy. This sale of…

US Judge rejects Republican challenge to Biden's ESG investment rule

A federal judge in Texas upheld a rule that was adopted by Democratic former president Joe Biden that allowed socially conscious investments by employee retirement plans. The judge said it remained valid after a U.S. Supreme Court decision that curbed the regulatory powers of agencies. U.S.

The EPA chief wants to recover $20 billion in climate funding

He said that the head of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency wants to terminate contracts signed by the previous administration for the distribution of $20 billion in grant funds to fund clean energy projects and transportation in disadvantaged areas.

Official: Trump says mineral deal will provide Kyiv with a'security shield after the war'

U.S. Treasury secretary Scott Bessent stated on Wednesday that an minerals deal between Kyiv-Washington would provide Ukraine with a "security shield" after the war. President Volodmyr Zelenskiy also said he hopes to reach a final agreement this week.

Japan's JERA is seeing increased competition for US LNG from Asia and Europe

JERA, Japan's largest power generator, expects the competition for U.S. LNG to grow as Asia and Europe increase their demand. There are many buyers. Asian and European buyers really want U.S. Energy. There are many competitors," JERA Asia's…

Trump administration approves sustainable aviation fuel refinery loan

The energy department of President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that it had approved the disbursement to Calumet of a loan guaranteed which was finalized just days before his election. This loan guarantee is for the expansion of an aviation fuel refinery located in Montana.

Indian oil companies are in talks with U.S. LNG suppliers to purchase their supplies

Pankaj Jain, the Oil Secretary of India, said that Indian oil companies were looking to purchase U.S. LNG. This was boosted by Trump's administration lifting its ban on new export permits. India, the world's fourth-largest LNG importer,…

Zelenskiy says 'Let's do a deal', offering Trump mineral partnership, seeking security

In an interview on Friday with, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy pored over a map once classified of vast deposits of rare Earths and other vital minerals. This was part of an effort to appeal to Donald Trump’s love of deals. The U.S.

Vietnam's surplus trade with the US will reach a record high by 2024

Data released by the U.S. on Wednesday revealed that Vietnam's surplus in trade with the U.S. reached a record-high last year. This could complicate Hanoi's attempts to avoid trade tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. Analysts say…

First Solar wins early victory for ESG group with the use of deep sea minerals

First Solar has agreed not to use minerals from the deep ocean. This is a win for shareholders and environmentalists, as well as a sign that their agenda may make progress in spite of opposition from U.S. president Donald Trump's government.

TotalEnergies CEO: US funding for Mozambique LNG Project expected in the coming weeks

TotalEnergies CEO Patrick Pouyanne stated on Wednesday that the financing for the $20 billion Mozambique Gas Project is expected to be approved by the United States in the coming weeks. Other credit agencies will follow in the following months.

Sources say that RPT-Encino owner is considering a $7 billion sale and IPO.

CPP Investments, a Canadian pension fund, is considering strategic options for Encino Acquisition Partners, such as a sale or an initial public offering that could value Encino Acquisition Partners at up to $7 billion including debt. The…

Sources: Encino's owner is considering a $7 billion sale and the IPO of an energy producer.

CPP Investments, a Canadian pension fund, is considering strategic options for Encino Acquisition Partners, such as a sale or an initial public offering that could value Encino Acquisition Partners at up to $7 billion including debt. The…

Russell: China's impact on US energy trade is minimal at first.

China responded to the tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump with its own measures, effectively killing off trade between the United States in crude oil and liquefied gas as well as coal. China, which is the largest importer of these three commodities in the world…

Premier Energies, India's largest solar energy company, halts U.S. plans for solar cell facilities amid policy uncertainty

Premier Energies, a manufacturer of Indian solar modules, announced on Monday that it would put on hold its plans to build a solar cell factory in the U.S. capable of producing 1 gigawatt. This decision was made after President Trump's inauguration…

US Democratic lawmakers ask Trump about his blockage of federal grants for clean energy

U.S. Democratic legislators Friday sent letters asking two federal agencies to explain why federal funds were frozen on clean energy investments and federal funds that would lower energy costs for American customers. The agencies had violated federal law, the lawmakers said.

Infinity Natural, backed by Pearl Energy, valued at $1.3 Billion as shares soar in NYSE debut

Infinity Natural Resources, a company owned by private equity, was valued at $1.3 billion after its shares rose 10.8% on their New York Stock Exchange debut on Friday. Morgantown, West Virginia based company opened its stock at $22.16, over the $20 per share offer price.

Mersen exceeds growth forecast and 'no impact' of US tariffs

Mersen, a French supplier of advanced materials, reported on Wednesday that its annual consolidated sales were higher than expected at 1.24 billion euro ($1.29 billion), representing organic growth of 2.6%. Thomas Baumgartner, Mersen’s Chief Financial officer…

Trump's USDA Secretary pick led group against ethanol and farm subsidies

According to an analysis of the group's policies, President Donald Trump's choice to lead the Agriculture Department is Brooke Rollins. She led an organization opposed to ethanol mandates as well as farm subsidies. These are major programs that she could influence, if confirmed.

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