Orsted says US Green Energy Demand Will Grow Regardless of Election Results
Orsted said that the demand for green power will continue to grow in the United States, regardless of the person who is elected as president. However, the group also pointed out construction issues and increased costs at an offshore wind farm in the United States.The U.S.
Chinese solar firms are ever-nimble and go to places where US tariffs do not reach
The U.S. tariffs on Vietnam and three other Southeast Asian nations have prompted some of the largest Chinese-owned factories to cut production and lay off workers. In the meantime, a number of Chinese-owned solar power plants are being built in Indonesia and Laos.
US Offshore Wind Execs Fret Possible Trump Victory
The U.S. Offshore Wind Developers put on a brave front at a conference in Washington this week. They praised their ability to work together with leaders of both political parties. However, attendees privately worried that things might…
What are the differences between Trump and Harris' energy policies?
Both Donald Trump, a Republican, and Kamala Harrias are Democrats. They both want to increase production while keeping prices low for consumers. The main difference is that Harris wants to favor clean energy technologies that are crucial in fighting climate change.
US offers conditional loans guarantees of up to $3 billion for two sustainable aviation fuels projects
The U.S. Department of Energy announced on Wednesday that it had approved conditional loan guarantees totaling almost $3 billion for two projects involving sustainable aviation fuel. Loan Programs Office of the agency said that the funding…
Prices for EUROPE GAS remain stable despite cooler temperatures and Middle East anxieties
The Dutch and British wholesale prices of gas rose slightly on Thursday morning, as demand increased due to the colder weather and reduced wind. However, the range remained tight as the market continued to monitor the developments in the Middle East.
Cuba and Florida prepare for Tropical Storm Helene's impact
The U.S. National Weather Service reported that Tropical Storm Helene will cause mudslides, flooding and major hurricane-like conditions in Cuba. It is then expected to reach major hurricane status on Thursday when it reaches Florida with a life-threatening ocean tide.
Biden Administration spending climate cash quickly as Trump threatens cancel it
If Donald Trump wins the Nov. 5 presidential election, he has promised to cancel all funds that have not been spent from President Joe Biden’s climate law. Biden administration officials say that the majority of the grants will have been spent by January when a new President takes office.
Chevron CEO criticizes Biden's natural-gas policies and says fuel is essential for AI
Michael Wirth, CEO of Chevron, criticized U.S. president Joe Biden on Tuesday for "attacks" on the natural-gas industry. He also emphasized the critical role that Permian gas plays in accelerating the growth of artificial intelligence.
Investors react negatively to US inflation data, causing TSX to fall
Canada's main index of stocks fell on Wednesday, part of a wider decline. Mixed U.S. data on inflation reduced expectations for a 50-basis point rate cut next week in the United States. At 10:19 am. The S&P/TSX Composite Index of the Toronto Stock Exchange was down 126.22 or 0.55% at 22…
UK North Sea Tax Changes Mean $12 Billion Revenue Drop, Industry Body Says
An industry group warned on Monday that the British government's plans to raise a windfall-tax on North Sea oil producers will result in a drop of nearly 16 billion pounds in state revenue and accelerate a fall in production. The Labour…
Biden administration finalizes the solar lands plan and touts progress
The administration of U.S. president Joe Biden announced on Thursday that it had finalized plans to expand solar power on federal lands across 11 western states. This is part of an overall push to accelerate the permitting and construction process for large infrastructure projects.
Starmer wants to help Europe reset its ties by pursuing a defence deal with Germany
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will discuss a landmark economic and defence accord with German leaders on Wednesday, hoping to use a visit to pursue a "once-in-a-generation opportunity" to reset relations with the rest of Europe.
The policy uncertainty highlighted by the rise in US executives' election talk
U.S. executives are more concerned about the presidential election this year than they were four years ago. A wider policy divide between Donald Trump and Kamalah Harris raises concerns over taxes, tariffs, and pricing power. According to a LSEG Workspace screen on S&P 500 companies…
Hunter Biden contacted US ambassador in 2016 over Burisma deal, NYT reports
Hunter Biden contacted the U.S. Ambassador to Italy in 2016 while his father Joe Biden was Vice President, to discuss a geothermal energy project with the Ukrainian company Burisma where Hunter Biden served as a board member, according to an article by the New York Times…
Harris' energy strategy is ambiguous from a strategic perspective, say her aides
Since Vice President Kamala Harris joined the White House race 25 days ago, she has been keeping energy executives on their toes. Was she the anti-pollution and climate change warrior Attorney General of California? Or was she the pragmatic…
Exxon in Advanced Talks for $60B Acquisition of Pioneer - Sources
Exxon Mobil is in advanced talks to acquire Pioneer Natural Resources in a deal that could value the Permian shale basin producer at about $60 billion, people familiar with the matter said on Thursday. The acquisition would be Exxon's…
Valero Seeks US Approval to Import Venezuelan Oil
Valero Energy Corp, the second-largest U.S. oil refiner, is seeking Washington's permission to import Venezuelan crude, according to four people close to the matter, hoping for a repeat of the approval granted to Chevron Corp in November…
Iranian Oil Exports End 2022 at a High, Despite No Nuclear Deal
Iranian oil exports hit new highs in the last two months of 2022 and are making a strong start to 2023 despite U.S. sanctions, according to companies that track the flows, on higher shipments to China and Venezuela.Tehran's oil exports have been limited since former U.S.
Exxon Banks Record $56B Profit in '22
Exxon Mobil Corp posted a $56 billion net profit for 2022, the company said on Tuesday, taking home about $6.3 million per hour last year, and setting not only a company record but a historic high for the Western oil industry. Oil majors…
