Nuclear energy
A new Horizons report from Wood Mackenzie suggests that global coal demand could remain stronger for longer, potentially staying dominant through 2030, well beyond current projections for peak coal. The report, titled 'Staying power: How new energy realities risk extending coal's sunset,' attributes this extended dominance
Nuclear energy
Ahead of President-elect Trump's inauguration, Republican congressmen have delivered a bold statement in support of oil, gas, and coal during a press conference at the United Nations climate talks in Baku, Azerbaijan. The delegation, led by House Representative August Pfluger, suggested that the US should re-exit the Paris
Energy industries
Technology and energy companies have pledged to invest more than $92 billion in Pennsylvania, according to President Trump, who hailed it as a "triumphant day" for the state and the United States. The investments are expected to create jobs and drive economic growth, particularly in the energy and
Nuclear energy
Residents of the small town of Davis, West Virginia, are fighting against the construction of a power plant to power a vast data center, citing concerns over pollution and health risks. This battle is part of a larger war between the US tech sector and the communities it affects, as
Renewable energy
Poland, a country deeply reliant on coal for its energy production, has marked a significant moment in its transition towards renewable energy. For the first time in June, the country generated more electricity from renewables than coal, accounting for 44.1% of the electricity mix, narrowly surpassing coal, which contributed
Renewable energy
President Donald Trump has long criticized renewable energy sources, citing their "ugly" appearance as a primary concern. However, energy experts argue that the aesthetic objection to renewables is misplaced, as fossil fuel production and consumption can have a far greater visual and environmental impact. Trump's comments
Renewable energy
Sri Lanka, under its new National People's Power government, is shifting its focus towards nuclear power as a clean and reliable energy source to meet the country's growing electricity demand. This decision builds upon the previous cabinet's commitment to a nuclear power programme in
Renewable energy
Relying heavily on coal-fired power plants for energy has significant environmental risks, with emissions contributing to climate change and air pollution affecting nearby communities. The ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE) recently suggested adopting "clean coal technologies" such as high-efficiency, low-emissions (HELE) coal power plants and carbon capture and
Renewable energy
As Indonesia accelerates its shift towards a greener energy future, the country's legal and regulatory landscape continues to evolve. The government is actively developing a policy framework to meet its clean energy goals, supported by a mix of financial and non-financial incentives. However, despite these efforts, the renewable
Nuclear energy
The Senate has proposed a bill that not only ends federal subsidies for wind and solar energy but also imposes a new tax on future projects, a move that industry groups say could devastate the renewable power industry. The bill would rapidly phase out existing federal tax subsidies for wind
Nuclear energy
As the U.S. Congress debates a reconciliation package, Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) has highlighted the benefits of a policy change that would bolster the nation's electric grid and protect Americans from blackout threats. With extreme summer heat pushing the grid to the brink, House Republicans propose a
Renewable energy
Turkiye's Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Alparslan Bayraktar, has emphasized the country's growing need for reliable and clean power, highlighting nuclear energy as a necessity for the country's expanding economy. With annual energy demand expected to rise by at least 4%, Turkiye is
