Geopolitics
World could face worst energy crisis in decades, IEA chief warns
The Hindu – World · India
“As of today, we lost 11 million barrels per day, so more than two major oil shocks put together,” Fatih Birol said
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Geopolitics
Six fuel ships bound for Australia cancelled as Bowen concedes ‘flow of oil to Asian refineries has slowed’
The Guardian – World · Europe
Energy minister says war on Iran creating ‘uncertain environment’ but insists government doing ‘all the preparatory work’Follow our Australia news live blog fo…
Geopolitics
Adequate coal stocks to meet rising energy needs: Govt
Times of India – World · India
- Atul Mathur, Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, has 27 years of journalism experience in Delhi. - Focuses on governance, public policy, politic…
Tech & Startups
How fusion power works and the startups pursuing it
TechCrunch · US
Fusion power promises to generate large amounts of clean electricity from nearly limitless fuel. This article explains the main approaches and the companies th…
Geopolitics
Sri Lanka looks to India-backed Trincomalee project amid energy crisis
The Hindu – World · India
Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath terms redevelopment of storage wells the ‘permanent solution’ to managing energy crisis
Geopolitics
Lowering speed limits among contingency plans to curb UK oil demand
The Guardian – World · Europe
International Energy Agency recommends emergency measures, including working from home, as Iran war hits fuel supplyLowering speed limits to minimise fuel cons…
Tech & Startups
The best AI investment might be in energy tech
TechCrunch · US
Power has become one of the biggest bottlenecks in rolling out new AI data centers. That's creating an opening for investors.
Geopolitics
India steps up regional energy diplomacy, supplies Bangladesh with diesel
South China Morning Post – World · China
India’s move to supply Bangladesh with diesel as fuel prices soar amid the Iran war reflects its “first responder” role in the region and clout through the use…
Geopolitics
Work from home and slow down on the road: world’s energy watchdog advises emergency measures as oil prices rise
The Guardian – World · Europe
IEA makes 10 recommendations to help households and businesses prepare for a drawn-out disruption to energy marketsThe world’s energy watchdog has advised gove…
Geopolitics
China has been preparing for a global energy crisis for years. It is paying off now
The Guardian – World · Europe
As other Asian economies race to conserve energy, China has huge reserves of oil and gas as well as alternative energy sources like wind and solarMiddle East c…
Geopolitics
Govt classifies energy data as national security matter
Times of India – World · India
Asks All Oil & Gas Entities To Regularly Submit Detailed Op Info
Tech & Startups
Geothermal startup Fervo catapults itself over the ‘valley of death’
TechCrunch · US
Fervo landed a large new loan with terms that strongly suggest the company's most turbulent days are behind it.
Geopolitics
South Pars, Ras Laffan & more: Which energy sites have been hit so far in Iran war?
Times of India – World · India
Qatar condemned what it called a “brutal Iranian attack targeting Ras Laffan,” saying it posed a direct threat to national security. The foreign ministry also …
Geopolitics
Cambodia boosts fuel imports from Singapore, Malaysia amid petrol station closures
South China Morning Post – World · China
Cambodia is importing more fuel from suppliers in Singapore and Malaysia to make up for supply shortfalls from Vietnam and China, its energy minister said on W…
Geopolitics
Cuba’s nationwide blackout and energy crisis explained
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Power is returning in Cuba after Monday’s grid collapse, as US restrictions on oil continue. Ed Augustin is in Havana.
Geopolitics
Fuel rations and no air con: south-east Asian nations race to conserve energy
The Guardian – World · Europe
Governments in countries heavily reliant on Middle Eastern oil introduce measures to shield public from soaring costsMiddle East crisis – live updatesIn Thaila…
Geopolitics
Cuba restores power after 29-hour blackout amid US oil blockade
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
The national power grid comes back on after Cuba's 10 million people were plunged into darkness overnight.
Tech & Startups
Google’s data center power playbook comes into focus
TechCrunch · US
Google has long procured clean power for its operations and data centers, but recent deals show the company is changing tactics.
Geopolitics
Energy minister: ‘every penny’ levied on household energy bills will be scrutinised
The Guardian – World · Europe
But Michael Shanks says government will not be rushed into plans to reduce costs faced by households due to war in IranBritain’s energy minister has said “ever…
General
The power goes out in Cuba, leaving hospitals dark and highways deserted
NBC News – World · US
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel said the country was running on about 40% of the fuel it needs. Women are giving birth in dark hospitals with no power.
Geopolitics
China targets hydrogen push as Strait of Hormuz crisis jolts energy markets
South China Morning Post – World · China
Beijing is launching a pilot programme to expand industrial use of hydrogen energy, at a time when war in the Middle East is exposing the risks of global relia…
Geopolitics
Gas on the line: will the Iran war squeeze India's piped gas next?
BBC News – World · Europe
The Iran war has already rattled LPG users. Will India’s piped gas network face the next squeeze?
Tech & Startups
Samsung bets this island startup can tame the grid with software and batteries
TechCrunch · US
GridBeyond's hardware and software coordinates several gigawatts of supply and demand to help balance the flow of electricity on the grid. The idea has attract…
Geopolitics
The War Is Making It Harder to Keep the Lights On, 2,000 Miles Away
The New York Times – World · US
Bangladesh is taking steps to conserve electricity, which its factories need to keep stitching together the world’s clothing.
General
Energy secretary says Americans could feel relief on gas prices 'in a few more weeks'
NBC News – World · US
Energy Secretary Chris Wright said there’s “a very good chance” gas prices could drop below $3 per gallon by summer.
Geopolitics
U.S. says can provide 'reliable' energy supply to Asia-Pacific
The Hindu – World · India
The conflict has virtually halted traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, a key transit point for oil and gas — the vast majority of which is destined for Asia
Geopolitics
IEA announces release of 400 million barrels of oil. But is it enough?
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Global energy watchdog pledges largest release from oil reserves amid war on Iran. But is 'one-shot' tactic sufficient?
Geopolitics
The oil crisis has sparked a scramble for energy. A hidden, clean and cheap source could be flowing in abundance under our feet
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Trillions of tons of hydrogen lie in Earth's crust. Can a Bavarian geologist unlock this clean and cheap energy source?
Geopolitics
Oil stays above $100 a barrel amid Iran’s stranglehold on Strait of Hormuz
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Energy markets remain on tenterhooks as the prospect of prolonged war in the Middle East grows.
Geopolitics
Australia to release nearly 20% of fuel stockpile as Bowen insists country ‘nowhere near’ running out
The Guardian – World · Europe
Energy minister cuts fuel companies’ minimum stock obligations to free up diesel and petrol, which will be directed to regional AustraliaFollow our Australia n…
Tech & Startups
Tesla becomes a utility in the UK, setting up showdown with Octopus Energy
TechCrunch · US
The new Tesla Energy Ventures division was approved by Ofgem to sell electricity directly to customers.
Geopolitics
How Iran war laid bare the world's reliance on Gulf oil and gas
BBC News – World · Europe
Countries around the world are feeling the impact of the conflict and the resulting energy price shock.
Geopolitics
Elon Musk’s Tesla given go-ahead to supply electricity in Great Britain
The Guardian – World · Europe
Ofgem licence means firm can replicate Texas setup of powering homes, businesses and EVsElon Musk’s Tesla has won approval to supply electricity to households …
Geopolitics
U.S. to Release 172 Million Barrels of Oil From Strategic Reserves, Energy Dept. Says
The New York Times – World · US
The move aims to prevent prices from rising further because of the war in the Middle East.
Geopolitics
Countries must seek energy independence through renewables and nuclear, says John Kerry
The Guardian – World · Europe
Former US secretary of state says oil shock driven by war in Iran highlights dangers of reliance on fossil fuelsMiddle East crisis live – latest updatesCountri…
Geopolitics
Trump-Ambani deal: Make America Refine Again — with help from RIL
Times of India – World · India
A landmark $300 billion energy deal sees India's Reliance Industries partnering with Donald Trump to build America's first new oil refinery in 50 years. This a…
Tech & Startups
Google and Tesla think we’re managing the electrical grid all wrong
TechCrunch · US
The duo have teamed up with other companies to launch Utilize, which seeks to change how the grid is used and regulated.
Geopolitics
In crunch amid West Asia crisis, govt says domestic PNG, CNG, LPG production priority
Times of India – World · India
- Atul Mathur is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India with 27 years of journalism experience. - Based in Delhi, he focuses on governance, public p…
Geopolitics
IEA due to meet as member states mull releasing oil reserves amid Iran war
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
International Energy Agency chief says talks aim to assess conditions as US-Israel war on Iran fuels global uncertainty.
Geopolitics
Fuel crisis: Major UAE oil refinery shut; global energy body calls 'emergency meeting'
Times of India – World · India
A major UAE oil refinery halted operations following a drone attack, intensifying fears of a global energy crisis. The International Energy Agency is convenin…
Geopolitics
EU eyes nuclear energy again as oil prices soar
South China Morning Post – World · China
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen on Tuesday said Europe’s turn away from nuclear power had been a “strategic mistake”, as soaring oil prices rekindled concerns ab…
AI / Deep Tech
Prioritizing energy intelligence for sustainable growth
MIT Technology Review · Global
Loudoun County, Virginia, once known for its pastoral scenery and proximity to Washington, DC, has earned a more modern reputation in recent years: The area ha…
Geopolitics
Amid Middle East crisis, oil companies raise domestic LPG refill waiting period from 21 to 25 days
Times of India – World · India
Oil marketing companies have extended the minimum waiting period for domestic LPG refills from 21 to 25 days to curb hoarding amid import disruptions from West…
Geopolitics
China vows to stabilise oil and gas output in new 5-year plan as global risks mount
South China Morning Post – World · China
Against the backdrop of oil prices surging past US$100 per barrel for the first time since the onset of the Russia-Ukraine war in 2022, China has its sights se…
Geopolitics
US energy chief says spike in gas prices will fall ‘before too long’ amid Iran war
The Guardian – World · Europe
Chris Wright says price increase would last weeks, not months, and that US would not target Iran’s energy industryThe US Department of Energy secretary, Chris …
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