The argument for transitioning to renewables seems stronger than ever – and yet, attacks mount on the carbon price scheme that underpins the EU’s success at cutting pollution • Don’t get This Is Europe delivered to your inbox? Sign up here On the one hand, experts say, Europe is better prepared for this energy crisis than the last. On the other, it is still waging a culture war against the most obvious path out. Fuel prices have soared to ruinous levels since the Iran war left ships of oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) stranded in the Gulf. The pain is most acute in Asia, but high energy prices are already causing panic in Europe. Shortages could hit the continent this month, oil company Shell warned last week. Donald Trump’s “go get your own oil” comments on Tuesday sent prices to...
Experts say the US believes it is entitled to resources it desires – a perspective president has supported for decades Donald Trump said this past weekend he wants to “take the oil in Iran” by seizing control of a key export hub, echoing a refrain he has returned to for over a decade. It’s a sign of his disregard for international law and belief in “fossil-fuel imperialism”, experts say. Continue reading...
Journalist Beth Gardiner says the fossil fuel industry is increasingly reliant upon plastic products. Her book is Plastic Inc.: The Secret History and Shocking Future of Big Oil's Biggest Bet.
Winter refused to loosen its grip Tuesday as the National Weather Service issued fresh storm warnings for parts of South Dakota, Minnesota and Michigan, forecasting 6 to 12 inches of snow and wind gusts up to 40 mph from Wednesday through Friday, creating hazardous travel conditions just as spring officially begins and Easter weekend approaches.
Trump officials are discussing the possibility that oil prices will climb to $150 a barrel, a development that could further alter the global economy, according to a new report.
A Russia tanker carrying 700,000 barrels of crude oil arrived in Cuba’s Mantazas Bay on March 31st. Donald Trump said he would not oppose Russia sending oil to Cuba despite the ongoing U.S. blockade, signaling a more flexible stance on foreign shipments to the island.
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Ethiopia's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Gedion Timothewos held talks today with Nikolay Spassky, Deputy Director General of Rosatom State Corporation, signaling deepening cooperation between Ethiopia and Russia in nuclear energy development.
France's prime minister has instructed his ministers to step up the processes of electrification, in order to make the country less dependent on imported oil.
We have put together stories from our coverage on electric and new energy vehicles from the past two weeks to help you stay informed. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. The Iran war could widen China’s EV lead over its global rivals. Here’s why Surging oil prices driven by the US-Israel war on Iran could accelerate the global adoption of electric vehicles – a sector that helped China overtake Japan to become the world’s largest seller of automobiles...
Lawmakers in the United States have urged the administration of US President Donald Trump to take action against China’s alleged sanctioned oil imports by blacklisting port operators and blocking complex settlement networks. Despite Washington’s temporary easing of sanctions on Russian and Iranian oil to relieve price pressures from the US-Israeli war in Iran, the “House Select Committee on Strategic Competition between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party” has released a 41-page...
Image: The image from Copernicus Sentinel-3 shows a Saharan dust storm over the Atlantic Ocean, with the Canary Islands visible off the coast of Morocco.
The two countries signed a deal this month to deepen economic collaboration on critical minerals and nuclear energy.
The measure would have required that major climate polluters pay into a state resilience fund. But the bill didn’t attract enough support in the Democratic-controlled Statehouse.
The administration moved to block endangered species protections in the Gulf of Mexico, but few see a real threat to oil production.
Reporting requirements begin this month for about 300 to 400 firms with annual Scope 1, or direct, emissions of at least 100,000 metric tons.
The agency says its new dataset is better, but ice measurements will take time. "Bad news for climate monitoring," one scientist lamented.
India mandates E20 petrol as the standard fuel nationwide from April 1, 2025, requiring petrol pumps to supply a blend of up to 20 percent ethanol. This move aims to reduce crude oil imports and enhance energy security, with most newer vehicles already compatible, while older ones may see minor efficiency changes.
Prof Mzubanzi Bismark Tyobeka said global energy demand and the need for stable power supply continue to place nuclear energy at the centre of long-term planning in many countries.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2026, Advance Article DOI : 10.1039/D6EE00038J, Paper Shuang Liu, Chong Xu, Sai Che, Guang Ma, Gong Cheng, Yuci Tian, Puyu Wang, Rui Wu, Jia-Qi Huang, Yongfeng Li, Jiangyan Wang A strategy using an electric field-sensitive solubilizing additive is developed to improve ionic conductivity and interfacial stability for stable lithium metal batteries. To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above. The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
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In today’s newsletter: As conflict engulfs Iran, shifting global alliances and soaring energy prices are reshaping the existing power balances that could redefine the next stage of international security Good morning. So far, there is only one clear winner from the war in Iran: Russia. Before the US and Israel attacked Tehran in late February, Moscow was preparing deep budget cuts to education and healthcare funding to pay for its invasion of Ukraine, which has now entered its fifth year. In just over a month of the fighting in Iran, Vladimir Putin’s Russia has experienced a dramatic reversal in fortunes. The global oil price has shot up from a prewar average of $72 to well over $100 per barrel, providing a financial boost of multi-billions for Moscow that shows little sign of ending...
Government keen to avoid panic as oil price surges, but perhaps households need advice on reducing consumption Labour ministers sent out in recent days to respond to the looming energy crisis sparked by the Iran war have essentially stuck to that reassuring wartime slogan: keep calm and carry on. “I think people should go about their lives as normal, knowing that the government is taking action to bring energy bills down,” James Murray, the chief secretary to the Treasury, told BBC Radio 4’s Today programme on Tuesday. Continue reading...
Iran’s chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz has thrown the global economic system into turmoil, yet Israel, which launched attacks on Tehran alongside the United States, has emerged as a rare exception. Since Israel and its US ally started the Middle East war on February 28, economies from Asia to Europe and the US have come under pressure from surging oil and natural gas prices that have driven up fuel and electricity costs. Israel, however, has remained largely insulated from the shock. Central...
China is doubling down on mega chemical plants to secure the “industrial gold” needed for its green technology and to scale the coal-based production of chemicals whose global supply is stalled by conflict in the Middle East. On March 20, construction began on the world’s largest coal-to-ethylene glycol project in Xinjiang’s Turpan prefecture, which is expected to produce 2.4 million tonnes per year, according to state news agency Xinhua. China’s first 100,000-tonne/year solution process-based...
Even prior to the conflict, the rupee was facing downward pressure due to widening external imbalances and persistent capital outflows. The surge in oil prices has intensified these challenges for the world’s third-largest crude importer.
PTT Oil and Retail Business Plc (OR) is channeling funds into electric vehicle (EV) services to expand its electric mobility business amid rising concerns among motorists over volatile global oil prices.
The electric vehicle market has become even more unpredictable than ever in 2026. Which electric cars will not survive past this model year?
Donald Trump has ordered America's allies to 'go get your own oil' and prepare to 'fight for yourself' as he signals the US may withdraw support from the war in Iran.
The Oil Fuel Fund has sought a guarantee from the Ministry of Finance for 150 billion baht in loans to stabilise domestic fuel prices, amid rising energy pressures.
Households and businesses will continue to feel the aftershocks of a global crisis pulsing through our economy for as long as we depend on fossil fuels to power it.
S. Korea's Ministry of the Interior and Safety proposed a 9.52 trillion won ($7.1 billion) supplementary budget to ease the impact of high oil prices
China's cuts to aerosol emissions reduced sea ice loss, but it may have revealed a bigger story about climate change.
Journal of Geophysical Research: Atmospheres, Volume 131, Issue 7, 16 April 2026.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said the country could go back to sending oil to Cuba, whether it is as humanitarian aid or for commercial purposes.
The Trump administration has exempted oil and gas drilling in the Gulf of Mexico from the Endangered Species Act after U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said environmentalists' lawsuits threatened to hobble domestic energy supplies as the U.S. wages war against Iran.
The panel voted to override Endangered Species Act restrictions on oil and gas activities in the Gulf of Mexico, home to critically endangered whales and other imperiled wildlife.
New research projects the Olifants River in the Kruger National Park could reach daily water temperatures of 42–44°C by the end of the century under a high-emissions scenario, putting fish, macroinvertebrates and freshwater ecosystems at serious risk
London — The world, hungry for oil, got a modest reprieve earlier this month when Saudi Arabia began diverting millions of barrels of crude —ordinarily destined for ships transiting the blockaded Strait of Hormuz — to its Red Sea port of Yanbu. But over the weekend Iran-backed Huthi militants entered the war in an escalation that … The post The Saudis found an escape hatch for some of the world’s oil. The Huthis could slam it shut appeared first on Egypt Independent.
The price of oil is skyrocketing. The president is paying foreign companies to stop projects that will produce low-cost energy in the U.S.
U.S. President Donald Trump expressed his frustration toward allies that have been unwilling to help the U.S. reopen the critical passageway in a social media post.
The Texas Republican helped lead opposition to renewable energy credits. Industry backers are fighting back.
The conservation group American Forests is assisting the pared-back agency meet the need for replanting in areas hit by Hurricane Helene.
As the Strait of Hormuz crisis roils world energy markets, China and the US still have strong potential to work together to find solutions, according to a researcher with a Chinese think tank. Wang Lining – who heads the oil market department at the Economics and Technology Research Institute under state-run China National Petroleum Corporation – also said Washington’s change in direction on energy diplomacy was a “reminder” that Beijing could play a bigger role in global governance. Wang made...
A fire aboard an oil tanker that Kuwait says was hit by an Iranian strike off Dubai has been extinguished, local authorities have said.
Vermont is defending its first-in-the-nation law that aims to make fossil fuel companies help pay for damage caused by climate change. The post Vermont defends its landmark climate superfund law against Trump administration lawsuit appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
Government willing to help some consumers with energy costs as experts predict price cap to rise by £288 Q: What do you make of the suggestion that Donald Trump could end the Iran war without securing the strait of Hormuz? Or do you think he should finish the job? Farage replies: I don’t think we should take literally anything right now that Donald Trump says … And then the last thing he’s going to do, or the last thing his colleagues in the White House are going to do, is to give the Iranians any idea of what their true intentions are. Was it to remove nuclear capability? Was it aimed at regime change? I don’t think any of us quite know the absolute truth about that. The problem is any third party inquiry is a waste of space unless you can subpoena police officers, social services...
Ukrainian drones hit a key Russian oil export hub on the Baltic Sea adding to fires still raging from a string of attacks that began almost a week ago
A Kuwaiti tanker was struck Tuesday in Dubai’s waters, the latest in a number of attacks on energy assets that have spiked oil prices and roiled markets.
[Africa Check] No, image doesn't show March 2026 floods in Kampala, likely AI-generated
As the planet traps more energy than it releases, the pathways for global food production are being upended.
Oil prices have jumped significantly. Brent crude is over $110 and WTI is above $100. Supply worries are growing due to the conflict in the Middle East. Iran's actions and Houthi missile strikes are impacting key shipping routes. This situation threatens global energy flows. Saudi Arabia is rerouting its oil. The US has warned Iran about its energy infrastructure.
Banks expect stronger growth for electric vehicle (EV) loans this year, driven by improving demand in the auto segment amid rising oil prices.
Campaigners in Shetland say the new figures make it “abundantly clear” that new oil and gas projects are incompatible with UK climate budgets.
The US and Iran traded blows late on Monday, as Iranian drones hit a huge Kuwaiti oil tanker near the Strait of Hormuz, while the Americans bombarded an Iranian ammunition depot.
The global fuel crisis worsens as the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, causing oil prices to surge. Analysts warn of possible $200 per barrel prices, affecting global markets and consumer costs.
Analysts are expressing concerns about the new government's ability to manage skyrocketing oil prices, as Houthi rebel involvement signals a broadening and prolonged conflict in the Middle East.
Democrat list-MP Korn Chatikavanij has called on the government to step in and regulate the gross refinery margin (GRM) set by oil refinery operators, arguing that intervention is necessary to ease financial pressure on households and businesses as global crude oil prices soar.
The Trump administration intervened to allow a Texas company to begin selling oil produced off the coast of California.
The Trump administration takes aim at a 2024 lawsuit that seeks to force fossil fuel companies to pay the costs of addressing climate change
With warmer ocean temperatures, the composition of marine plankton could shift from protein-rich to carb-heavy, a new study suggests.
A Kuwaiti oil tanker off the coast of Dubai was set ablaze Tuesday after being struck by an Iranian drone, according to reports.
Speaking at a press briefing, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said the proposal was something Trump had been considering, though she stopped short of confirming any formal move. Earlier, Trump issued a stark warning to Iran, saying its energy infrastructure, including oil facilities and desalination plants, could face widespread destruction if Tehran does not move quickly toward a deal.
President says he is open to scaling back strikes on oil and wider energy industry if Moscow reciprocates. What we know on day 1,496 Continue reading...
A Kuwaiti crude oil tanker anchored off Dubai was targeted in a direct Iranian attack, igniting a fire and damaging its hull. This incident, involving drone strikes, follows a pattern of attacks on commercial shipping in the Gulf. Dubai authorities are managing the blaze, with all 24 crew members reported safe.
NEW YORK - Oil prices rose after United States President Donald Trump threatened attacks on Iran’s energy infrastructure, overshadowing his comments that a deal to end hostilities in the Middle East could be close.
Security staff at the Adelanto detention center found Ramos unconscious and unresponsive in his bunk A Mexican immigrant has died at a detention center outside Los Angeles , marking at least the 14th death in Immigration and Customs Enforcement ( ICE ) custody since the year began. Security staff at the Adelanto detention center found José Guadalupe Ramos unconscious and unresponsive in his bunk on 25 March, according to an ICE press release . Staff attempted to carry out life-saving procedures, including CPR, then called emergency services, who took Ramos to Victory Valley Global medical center in nearby Victorville. He was pronounced dead there at 9.29pm. Continue reading...
The law would make fuel companies help pay for damages caused by climate change. The administration argues it’s unconstitutional.
A massive surge in fireballs breaking through Earth's atmosphere have researchers scrambling to find the cause and skeptics claiming some are UFOs.
The strategic shift comes nearly a month after the Kulevi oil terminal on the Black Sea coast narrowly avoided being added to an EU list of sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.
President Trump revealed serious discussions with a "new, more reasonable" Iranian regime, but issued a stark warning: "completely obliterate" Iran's oil facilities, power plants, and Kharg Island if a deal isn't reached soon. He claimed "great progress" in negotiations, while threatening severe retaliation for past Iranian actions. Tehran, however, denies direct talks.
National security has never been used to call a meeting of the "God Squad." But other federal agencies have been citing the "energy emergency" to avoid rules meant to protect endangered animals.
As the Iran oil crisis deepened yesterday, data showed average diesel prices climbed to 29p a litre more than petrol (181p vs 152p).
Slashing electricity bills while making the most of solar power, a home battery can benefit your wallet and the planet, too.
Amid the growing attention surrounding the Salton Sea sits a parcel of land that places buyers directly within the unfolding opportunity. The property spans 40 acres in Riverside County, positioned along the northern edge of the Salton Sea in an area known for geothermal activity and mineral-rich underground brine.
This is a re-post from The Climate Brink Imagine if I told you that the damages from climate change next year are worth 12% less to me than climate damages today. And 12% less the year after that. That the harms from climate change on people alive in the year 2100 are only worth one fiftieth as much as impacts on people this year. You’d probably call me selfish, heartless, or a similar slew of invectives, and rightly insist that the welfare of future generations should not be sacrificed for my short term benefit. But a somewhat obscure climate policy choice of how to value methane emissions compared to CO2 is doing just that – and unfortunately a number of climate scientists who should know better are defending it. The broader context is a big...
President Donald Trump said if Iran does not reach a deal with the United States and open the Strait of Hormuz, the country would conclude military involvement in the region by “blowing up and completely obliterating” electric plants and oil wells in the country. “The United States of America is in serious discussions with A … The post Trump threatens to “completely” obliterate Iran’s energy sources if deal is not reached appeared first on Egypt Independent.
Home to one of the largest deposits of freshwater on the planet, the Great Lakes region will soon host next-generation tidal-powered generators – just as prices are being hiked across the US Submersible hydroelectric technology deployed across the Great Lakes could become a key cog in clean energy efforts, supporters say, amid surging electricity demand and costs. Home to one of the largest deposits of freshwater on the planet, the Great Lakes region has on its shores some of the largest cities in North America in Chicago, Toronto, Montreal and Detroit, where electricity demand is growing. While none of the five Great Lakes have significant tides or currents to fuel hydropower , several of the waterways that link the lakes do. Continue reading...
Oil prices have surged amid the US-Israel conflict with Iran, with attacks having disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz – a critical chokepoint that roughly one-fifth of the world’s daily oil consumption moves through. With memories of 1970s stagflation still lingering, many are asking whether this is the start of another major oil crisis. Below is a concise look at prior shocks and what history suggests today. What happened during the 1970s oil shocks The first oil crisis in 1973-74...
A coalition of health and green groups filed a petition to defend Biden-era standards for mercury and other toxic emissions.
Last week, the government announced a big excise duty cut on petrol and diesel prices, in effect cushioning consumers from a hike, while also reducing the blow for oil marketing companies.
LIVE UPDATES: Follow the Daily Mail's latest coverage of the Iran war as the conflict enters its fifth week. Donald Trump has said he could 'take Iran's oil' as Gulf states come under attack.
Jessica Green, author of ‘Existential Politics,’ argues that the international community’s focus on measuring emissions helped delay real action on climate change. The post The big flaw in climate policy: We’re trying to solve the wrong problem appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
[HRW] Human Rights Watch respectfully seeks leave to submit an amicus curiae to the African Court on Human and Peoples' Rights (hereafter the Court) in relation to its forthcoming advisory opinion on the human rights obligations of states in the context of the climate change crisis.
The price of Brent crude oil topped $116 per barrel on Monday and the average gallon of gas is $3.99 as the war with Iran continues to escalate.
U.S. President Trump said he take Iran's oil, Venezuela-style, and was weighing a military assault to occupy and hold Kharg Island in order to do it.
Polling has consistently found that most people would prefer NASA spend money on things like monitoring climate change and averting asteroid collisions rather than human spaceflight.
The head of the Climate Change Information Center at the Ministry of Agriculture, Mohamed Ali Fahim, has warned that an “extremely violent” storm this week will impact the the country for 72 hours. This comes after the country experienced a storm last weekend that disrupted government offices and schools, prompting a state of alert among … The post ‘Extremely violent’ storm is coming, Egyptian climate official warns appeared first on Egypt Independent.
A Russian oil tanker carrying humanitarian fuel has arrived at the Cuban port of Matanzas after the United States did not enforce its embargo.
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The death toll from ongoing floods has climbed to 103, with 15 additional fatalities reported by the National Police Service (NPS) as search and rescue operations continue nationwide.
Hong Kong stocks dropped on Monday as escalating tensions in the Middle East sent oil prices to recent highs. Over the weekend, Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels launched attacks directly on Israel, which intensified strikes on Tehran. The US has also deployed additional military forces to the Middle East. The escalation pushed up oil prices, with Brent crude jumping as much as 3.7 per cent to US$116.80 a barrel, its highest in more than a week, while West Texas Intermediate rose to US$101 a...
The U.S. is insulated from global shocks on the heating and power plant fuel as the Iran war pushes gasoline prices up.
Iran has threatened to mine the Persian Gulf if U.S. troops land on its territory. In early trading, the spot price of Brent crude oil, the international standard, was around $115.
The Democrats say EPA Administration Lee Zeldin misled them about grant cancellations.
In climate science, tipping points are critical thresholds in the Earth’s systems which, if breached, can result in abrupt, dangerous and often irreversible weather patterns.
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The death toll from floods has hit 110 as heavy rains continue to pound multiple regions across the country.
The Trump administration has delayed billions of dollars for projects to protect Americans from floods, wildfires and hurricanes. Local leaders are increasingly anxious.
[The Conversation Africa] In recent years, residents of Spain, France and the UK have looked up to see an eerie sight: deep orange sunrises and skies thick with a yellowish haze. These hazy skies often deposit "blood rain", rust-colored precipitation that leaves a fine grit on cars and windows.
A network of meltwater lakes and drainage channels made an Antarctic ice shelf known for its blue ice areas even bluer.
President Donald Trump has claimed the US is 'already' taking control of the Strait of Hormuz while suggesting Washington could seize Iran's oil infrastructure, including key export hubs.
As India assumes the IONS chairmanship for the 2026–2028 cycle after a gap of 16 years, IMEX TTX 2026 marks a key milestone in strengthening regional maritime leadership. Conducted in a sophisticated, simulated environment, the exercise addressed complex maritime security challenges in IOR, a region of critical importance to global trade, energy flows and connectivity.
A planned supercomputing hub in Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis could overtake the MTR Corporation rail operator as the city’s single largest electricity consumer, prompting a green group and experts to call for setting energy efficiency standards to limit the sector’s carbon emissions. According to The Green Earth’s estimates, the new project – set to begin operating in 2029 – could increase the industry’s annual carbon emissions by about 70 per cent compared with current levels. Experts have...
The conflict in the Middle East has triggered a global energy crisis that serves as a “yellow warning” for Hong Kong, which so far has escaped the severe impact seen elsewhere, tycoon Michael Kadoorie has said. “At this point, I think we’re very lucky. Now we touched on the story of fuel. It may impact us. It does already send a warning light,” the CLP Group chairman said. “So you have your traffic lights red, yellow and green. Well, we’re yellow. We’re not at red, but we have to think ahead as...
The factories, which buy cheap crude and turn it into fuel, are struggling as higher oil prices threaten their razor-sharp margins The towns that are the bulwark of China’s energy security can, at a moment of global crisis , appear deceptively quiet. Trucks carrying oil trundle along wide-open highways that have little traffic, while a few boarded-up shops in crumbling low-rise buildings hint at a long-forgotten local buzz. A ramshackle noodle shop serving hand-pulled ribbons of dough was empty at lunchtime, save for a few construction workers and a teacher watching videos on Douyin, the social media platform, with his meal. Continue reading...
The US is allowing a Russian tanker full of crude oil to reach Cuba, the New York Times newspaper reported on Sunday, possibly granting a lifeline to the Caribbean island amid a de facto oil blockade imposed by Washington. Ship tracking data showed the Russian-flagged tanker Anatoly Kolodkin on Sunday was just off the eastern tip of Cuba. The Times report, citing a US official briefed on the matter, said it was unclear why the US Coast Guard was allowing the shipment to go through. A move by...
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will on Monday convene senior government and military officials alongside energy, shipping, finance and insurance sector leaders to discuss the Middle East war, his office said late on Sunday. The round table meeting in Downing Street will examine the impact of Iran’s effective closure of the vital Strait of Hormuz, which has driven up oil prices and costs in various sectors around the world. Participants will include representatives from energy giants Shell,...
Indian stock markets brace for a volatile, shortened week. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, crude oil price fluctuations, and the rupee's stability are key concerns. Foreign investors have pulled significant funds amid the ongoing conflict. Analysts anticipate continued sensitivity to global developments, with domestic economic data also under scrutiny.
Journal of Geophysical Research: Oceans, Volume 131, Issue 4, April 2026.
This story was originally published by the Guardian and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. Every summer, people descend on the wildflower capital of Colorado to see grasslands flush with corn lilies, aspen sunflowers and sub-alpine larkspur. In January 1991, a group of scientists lea by Professor John Harte set up a unique experiment in these Rocky […]
Saudi Arabia has fully operationalized its East-West pipeline, moving 7 million barrels of oil daily to the Red Sea port of Yanbu. This crucial alternative route aims to maintain export supplies following disruptions to the Strait of Hormuz. While not fully replacing Hormuz volumes, the pipeline's operation is mitigating significant price increases amid escalating regional tensions.
The vast wildfire that tore through areas of dramatic Cairngorm countryside last year has become the catalyst for Scotland’s first national park fire ban.
At least one of the world’s largest LNG plants remained closed on Sunday after a cyclone knocked out power to thousands of people in Western Australia. The outages were restricting already stretched fuel supplies caused by the war in the Middle East. Woodside Energy, which processes fuel from one of the world’s biggest offshore gas operations, said on Sunday that its Karratha plant remained offline. “We have commenced remobilising our workforce to some of our offshore facilities and inspections...
World oil prices climbed sharply in late March 2026, with benchmark crude surging past the psychologically important $100-per-barrel level amid renewed geopolitical risks in the Middle East, potential supply disruptions and cautious optimism over global demand recovery.
The government is stepping up efforts to protect Thai nationals in conflict zones, including evacuation operations in Iran. It is also moving to secure alternative energy supplies and strengthen regional cooperation on energy and food security.
It’s widely accepted that renewable energy projects will be key to reducing the damaging effects of climate change. So why are green groups against this one?
Conservative leader expected to call for government to lift suspension on licences in drive to reduce energy prices Kemi Badenoch is “peddling a dangerous fantasy” about North Sea energy in her attempt to reverse a ban on new oil and gas licences, a leading campaign group has said. The Conservative leader is expected to call on the government to lift its suspension of the licences as part of a drive to reduce energy prices, as the party launches a new campaign aimed at boosting the fossil fuel sector. Continue reading...
Staffers from DOGE are revamping rules in ways to ease regulations and provide financial breaks for industry.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Friday that if the energy crisis sparked by the Middle East war dragged on, Germany might have to keep running coal-fired power plants longer than planned.
Thomas Jorling, adviser to Republicans who cosponsored the 1970 law, disputes the Trump administration’s claim that it shouldn’t apply to planet-warming greenhouse gases.
RECAP: Asian shares pared losses on Friday as another delayed deadline in the Middle East war nudged oil prices lower, though there was still no end in sight to the unfolding energy crunch on the global economy.
Chinese scientists have created an all-weather electrolyte that could improve lithium batteries, allowing them to operate more efficiently at room temperature and in extreme environments. The research team from Shanghai and Tianjin said batteries made using the hydrofluorocarbon-based electrolyte had more than double the energy density of those made with traditional electrolytes when operating at room temperature. They said the batteries could also operate efficiently at minus 70 degrees Celsius...
The Trump administration’s deal to pay TotalEnergies to shift from wind farms to U.S. fossil fuel investment appears to be a novel use of taxpayer funds. It also fits within a broader White House effort to restrict the offshore wind industry.
Oil markets have been sensitive to Donald Trump's comments on the war. But are traders growing less responsive?
“Sabah is not a commodity” to solve issues faced by other countries, a politician from the Malaysian state said on Friday. Azrul Ibrahim of Parti Gagasan Rakyat Sabah Youth said Sabah is part of a sovereign nation and its position within the federation cannot be questioned by any party. “Attempts to link Sabah to current oil and gas issues as an excuse to revive outdated claims are unwarranted and are meant to divert the internal crisis suffered by certain parties,” he said in a statement on...
For a few weeks after the bombs started falling on Iran, Southeast Asian governments told their people not to worry. Emergency funds would cushion the blow. Subsidies would hold. Prices would stabilise. A month on, with oil well above US$100 a barrel, long queues for fuel forming at petrol stations across the region and Thailand restarting coal plants it had mothballed years ago, the reassurances have worn thin. Against this backdrop, an old question has resurfaced with fresh urgency: why does a...
Amid turmoil in the Middle East, including the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, through which roughly a quarter of the world’s seaborne oil passes, Beijing is pressing ahead with its Zhuri (sun-chasing) project to build solar power stations in space. Chinese Academy of Engineering academician and senior rocket scientist Long Lehao likened this space-based solar power programme to putting the Three Gorges Dam into geostationary orbit, underscoring its extraordinary scale and ambition....
Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle has barged her way down the WA coast, smashing Exmouth, Coral Bay and Carnarvon.
Dow fell 800 points as oil prices continue to climb, and markets are still on edge despite US pause on Iranian energy strikes Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inbox The US stock market closed on Friday with a selloff that sent the Dow into correction territory, capping off the fifth consecutive week that markets closed down. The Dow fell 800 points on Friday, pushing the index into correction territory, which occurs when an index falls 10% below its peak. The tech-heavy Nasdaq index, which entered a correction Thursday afternoon, dropped another 2% while the S&P 500 closed 1.6% lower. Continue reading...
Category I: NASA Environmental Quality Award Recognizes excellence in environmental management and planning, including stewardship of natural and cultural resources. This category highlights achievements in compliance, conservation, remediation, communication, and environmental information management, and the development of strong stakeholder partnerships. Category II: NASA Award for Excellence in Project or Program Execution Honors efforts that reduce […]
The woke Democrat called for illegal immigrants to receive reparations to make up for the 'trauma' of being targeted by ICE agents hunting down illegal immigrants across the nation.
Swimming has been banned around the resort city of Anapa in the Krasnodar region since thousands of metric tons of heavy fuel oil, known as mazut, washed ashore in December 2024.
Cuban officials have asked Pope Leo XIV to mediate between them and the United States to ease the oil blockade that has the island on the brink of collapse, according to a new report.
The oil shock from the war is 'already bigger than the peak in either of the 1970s oil shocks, or the first two Gulf Wars,' the note said.
The government has imposed export duties on diesel and turbine fuel to boost domestic availability and energy security, estimating Rs 1,500 crore in revenue. Simultaneously, special excise duties on petrol and diesel were reduced to shield consumers, keeping retail prices stable amid global oil supply concerns.
The California Coastkeeper Alliance wants regulators to require new technology at the plant to protect marine life.
Venture capitalist David Sacks is transitioning from Special Advisor on AI and crypto to co-chair of the President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology. Having served his term, Sacks will now broaden his advisory role to encompass semiconductors, quantum computing, and nuclear power, continuing to influence tech policy and the administration's AI framework.
Amidst global energy supply concerns due to Middle East conflict, India has boosted commercial LPG allocation to 70% for industries like steel, auto, and textiles. This move aims to support labour-intensive sectors and those with specialized heating needs. The government also assured fuel security, refuting shortage claims and increasing refinery output.
In the March spill, the Mexican Navy reported that the oil covered an area of about 373 miles including 125 miles of coastline in the southern states of Veracruz and Tabasco.
The last Neanderthals to survive in Europe came from a single lineage that survived the worst period of the ice age, ancient DNA reveals.
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum once described the carbon capture project as a “shining example of how industries can reduce emissions while investing in baseload generation.”
Global price shocks have been held in check by large global inventories of crude oil and petroleum products stored on ships already on the water and reserves in major consuming nations.
Five of the 11 members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations — Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam and the Philippines — are chasing nuclear.
[Liberian Observer] A new report released by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) confirms that thousands of people have died, millions more have been impacted, and billions in losses have been incurred due to extreme weather fueled by climate change. Record-high greenhouse gas levels have pushed the Earth's climate into an unprecedented state of flux. While these atmospheric shifts and ice losses are occurring rapidly, they have set in motion environmental damage that will persist for generations.
The Iran conflict is another reminder to diversify away from fossil fuels, the European Commission’s Teresa Ribera said during her Washington swing.
President Trump granted Iran a 10-day cooling-off period, calling it a "gift" after Tehran allowed eight oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. This pause in planned strikes on energy infrastructure comes amid ongoing diplomatic efforts, which Trump described as progressing well. The extension follows a previous five-day delay and a prior 48-hour ultimatum.
Beyond oil, the Middle East conflict is fuelling fears of a shortage of helium – a by-product of liquefied natural gas (LNG) production that is critical for semiconductors, aerospace applications and high-end medical equipment. The medical sector is on alert, as magnetic resonance imaging machines depend on liquid helium to cool their superconducting magnets, and a supply crunch could jeopardise diagnostic services. A warning from Marc Johnson, a virologist and professor at the University of...
While the world frets about surging energy prices pushed up by the Middle East war, one small German village has been reaping the benefits of its turn to climate-friendly renewables.
Massive carbon emissions from military activities and war-driven fossil fuel dependence are undermining the global energy transition, climate advocates warn as they point to the ongoing Iran conflict exacerbating this long-standing blind spot. Activists from Climate Action Network Southeast Asia, Oxfam and the Fossil Fuel Treaty convened in Kuala Lumpur earlier this week to discuss strategies to protect the global environment at the Southeast Asia-South Asia Preparatory Meeting for the Santa...
The Trump administration and major refiners are using the war to justify restarting oil production and weakening climate rules.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2026, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D6EE00296J, Paper Yamei Liu, Xiaofan Tian, Lu Wang, Lijin Xie, Zhenchao Li, Yuxin Ge, Zhao Li, Zhongchao Bai, Huakun Liu, Nana Wang, Guoxiu Wang, Xiaochuan Ren Separator-free battery design can maximize volumetric energy density by eliminating the separator-induced ion-transport barrier. However, its application in aqueous zinc-iodide (Zn-I2) batteries has been hampered by severe polyiodide shuttling and... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
Oil prices are soaring past $100 a barrel as the Middle East conflict nears a month, impacting global supply. Brent crude is trading above $107, while WTI is near $94. Goldman Sachs predicts further increases before a gradual decline. Iran's tightening control over the Strait of Hormuz and potential new fees on ships are key factors driving these price hikes.
Rising energy prices amid the Iran war are driving global demand for electric vehicles, solar panels, and heat pumps.
Pupils quizzed the candidates on topics including bad behaviour in classrooms, a ban on mobile phones and unemployment facing oil and gas workers.
US president says he is extending deadline for strait of Hormuz to reopen to 6 April; Houthis tell Lloyd’s List ‘no reason’ to prevent Saudi oil using Red Sea route Full report: Trump extends deadline Analysis: Trump pitches peace plan but military buildups rarely veer to off-ramp More now on India slashing taxes on diesel and petrol amid the global disruption in energy supplies: finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the move would “provide protection to consumers from rise in prices” . The country is one of the world’s largest crude oil importers and relies on foreign suppliers for more than 85% of its oil needs, with Russia being the biggest supplier. Continue reading...
The Petroleum and Energy Institute of Thailand (PTIT) has denied an allegation that oil refineries are reaping a profit following a surge in their gross refinery margin (GRM) during the Mideast conflict, which is driving up domestic oil prices.
[The Conversation Africa] Despite reports of negotiations between the US and the Iranian regime, the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed to most oil tankers, with only a small number of vessels being allowed to pass. The result is a loss of roughly 11 million barrels per day (mbd) of oil and petroleum liquids to the global market. This represents just over 10% of global supply.
The CEO of Canadian pipeline giant Enbridge said on Bloomberg Television that the investment climate is not there yet, but it is starting to clear up.
The government has ruled out restrictions on petrol and diesel sales, assuring citizens of ample oil and gas availability and robust import arrangements. Despite global fuel use curbs and misinformation-driven queues, India's petroleum and LPG supply remains secure and under control, with reserves and ongoing procurements ensuring uninterrupted dispensing at all retail outlets.
The president had been considering ways to go around Congress as the impasse hits its 40th day, while ICE agents continue to assist at the nation's airports as they face massive security lines.
The scramble in Asia to secure Russian energy supplies – coupled with the temporary lifting of US sanctions – in the wake of the war in Iran has created a growing sense that Moscow might prove the main winner from the conflict. Earlier this week, Russian President Vladimir Putin told a meeting of oil and gas suppliers that they should use the “additional revenues” generated by the spike in energy prices as a result of the war and the effective blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Putin has also...
Learn about the assemblage of fossils discovered at a water cave in central Texas, shedding light on Ice Age megafauna that lived in the state.
President Trump extended a pause on U.S. strikes on Iran's energy sites as talks go "well" and Iran let oil tankers to transit the Strait of Hormuz.
Russian Energy Minister Sergei Tsivilev confirmed that the country is sending fuel to Cuba, effectively defying the U.S. blockade on the island's private sector.
Ice plays a vital role in reflecting away planet-warming sunlight. The Arctic is warming much faster than most other parts of the world.
Nayara Energy has increased petrol and diesel prices. This move comes as global oil prices climb due to the Middle East crisis. Other fuel retailers are taking different approaches. Some are absorbing losses, while state-run companies have kept standard fuel prices unchanged since April 2022. Premium petrol prices have risen.
The Oil Fuel Fund Office has defended the sharp six‑baht rise in fuel prices across Thailand, saying the increase was driven by soaring global oil prices and the need to maintain the fund’s financial stability.
[This Day] · Hails Dangote Refinery for energy stability, projects additional 100,000 BPD Production
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A federal court rebuffed claims that federal energy efficiency standards for appliances blocked the city’s 2022 building code.
The Department of Interior says a French energy company has agreed to give up two U.S. offshore wind leases and invest in fossil fuel projects instead. The post Trump administration to pay French company $1B to walk away from US offshore wind leases appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
STATEMENT: India Announces New 2035 Climate Commitment sophie.brady@wri.org Thu, 03/26/2026 - 09:48 NEW DELHI (March 26, 2026) – India announced its new nationally determined contribution (NDC). India aims to reduce its emissions intensity of GDP by 47% by 2035 compared to 2005. India also pledged to achieve a 60% share of non-fossil sources in installed electricity capacity by 2035 and to expand its forest and tree cover to absorb up to 4.0 billion tonnes of CO₂ equivalent by 2035 from 2005 levels. The announcement also emphasizes adaptation measures across key sectors including agriculture, water, and health and highlights the importance of sustainable lifestyles. Following is a statement by Melanie Robinson, Global Climate, Economics and Finance Director...
Britain’s decision to block a £1.5 billion (US$2 billion) plan by Chinese clean energy giant Mingyang to build the UK’s largest wind turbine factory in Scotland highlights the mounting challenges of doing business with China in an era of deepening global mistrust, analysts said. The move was likely the result of direct pressure from Washington, a source familiar with the matter said on Thursday. The US-Israeli war in Iran and the subsequent energy crisis had raised hopes for the project to be...
China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC), the country’s largest producer of offshore crude oil and natural gas, aims to further boost production this year amid geopolitical tensions and rising oil prices. The plan came after the state-backed company reported an 11.5 per cent drop in net profit to 122.08 billion yuan (US$17.7 billion) in 2025, owing to low oil prices during the year, even though it produced record-high volumes of the commodities. Its revenue in the period also dipped by...
The Trump administration has gutted programs aiding communities grappling with disproportionate pollution.
Exclusive: Paul Marshall also challenged over his own ‘misleading’ statements and £1.8bn of fossil fuel investments in his hedge fund The co-owner of GB News and “committed” Christian Sir Paul Marshall has been criticised by a group of church leaders over the TV channel’s attacks on climate science and action. The hedge fund manager was also challenged over his own statements, which were called “misleading”, by the 100-strong group, which includes the former archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams and two current bishops. Continue reading...
Firm’s sales up 54% this month and Good Energy reports doubling of interest in solar after latest oil price shock Solar panel sales have risen sharply since the start of the Iran war, according to Octopus Energy, and households are opting for bigger arrays of roof panels. Sales were up 54% so far this month compared with the same period last month, the company said on Thursday. Continue reading...
The Middle East war has intensified an oil crisis as Iran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz disrupt global energy supplies. While the Red Sea's Bab el-Mandeb Strait is considered an alternative, it also faces threats. Reopening Hormuz is complicated by its geography and requires significant security measures, including a multinational coalition, to overcome the risks of attacks and minefields.
Attacks on oil- and gas-related sites create some of the worst environmental and health threats.
Global energy market tensions, particularly concerning the Strait of Hormuz, have highlighted the vulnerabilities of LPG supply to India. In contrast, piped natural gas (PNG) remains largely unaffected due to its integrated pipeline network, offering greater supply security for households and businesses.
The Cabinet’s Information and Decision Support Center (IDSC) published an infographic, citing Foreign Policy in Focus, highlighting the impact of tensions in the Strait of Hormuz on global supply chain disruptions and congestion. The infographic said the Strait of Hormuz represents a critical global energy chokepoint through which about 20 million barrels of oil pass … The post IDSC reviews impact of Strait of Hormuz tensions on global supply chains appeared first on Egypt Independent.
Smoglandia: SoCal officials start to fight the smog problem that begins to defines the region.
Climate change forces species to adapt rapidly to avoid extinction. To directly observe rapid adaptation and extinction, we conducted synchronized evolution experiments with Arabidopsis thaliana in 30 locations across Western Europe, the Mediterranean, ...
Oil prices rebounded past $100 as markets reassess Middle East conflict developments. Iran's mixed signals on US peace proposals, coupled with Trump's tougher stance, create market uncertainty. Meanwhile, the ongoing conflict severely impacts global supply chains, particularly through the Strait of Hormuz, leading to significant oil disruptions.
A new global review reveals a critical “gap between advocacy and evidence” when it comes to scaling traditional agriculture to fight climate change.
Analysts say the Iran war energy crisis is also adding momentum to nuclear interest and action in the region.
The IEA's 10-point emergency plan aims to reduce oil demand amid the Middle East conflict's historic supply disruption, potentially lowering prices and impacting commuters and businesses worldwide.
A measure backed by Gov. Wes Moore (D) and statehouse leaders would slash an energy efficiency program in an effort to quickly lower utility bills. But critics say it's a shortsighted move.
A major shipping choke point on the Red Sea could come under Iran-sponsored attack to further disrupt global energy supplies.
The market for carbon credits has struggled to right itself after years of greenwashing allegations.
[FPRI] The ongoing military conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States has once again exposed that war and conflict not only carry significant human costs but also reveal deep structural vulnerabilities in the global economic and energy systems. The conflict has raised concerns about further escalation amidst the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint, triggering volatility in oil and natural gas markets. As a result, major oil and gas producing states in the Gulf region have declared
[263Chat] A joint initiative between the Government of Zimbabwe, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the UK's Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) is reshaping livelihoods in Binga through improved access to clean water and renewable energy.
[The Conversation Africa] Across the world, climate governance bodies are finding ways to capture greenhouse gas emissions from the atmosphere and store them in a place where they can't escape and warm up the planet.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2026, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE06850A, Paper Haofeng Liu, Feng Zhou, Zekai Zhang, Haodong Wang, Hanqing Liu, Zhihao Ren, Endian Yang, Zhengdong Ma, Tongle Chen, Pratteek Das, Changde Ma, Ao Leng, shihao Liao, Xiong Zhang, Yabin An, Cheng Lian, Yanwei Ma, Hui-Ming Cheng, Zhong-Shuai Wu Electric double-layer capacitors (EDLCs) with a high energy density for ultralow-temperature use are crucial for polar and space explorations, but hindered by the lack of suitable electrolytes and electrodes. We... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
The government will invest £100m to restart the Teesside site producing carbon dioxide, a key part of food and drink manufacturing.
British Airways is set to reward pilots with bonuses up to 1% of their salary for cutting carbon emissions. Pilots must collectively reduce CO2 by 60,000 tonnes above 2025 levels to earn the payout, starting next year. This initiative, focusing on fuel-saving practices, aims to address rising oil prices and climate pressures, with a union vote expected soon.
Surcharge, spurred by oil price spikes due to the Iran war, is set to take effect on 26 April and run until January 2027 The US Postal Service (USPS) plans to introduce its first-ever fuel surcharge on packages to offset rising energy costs, according to a statement. The surcharge, set at 8%, is expected to take effect on 26 April and remain in place until 17 January 2027 under the current plan. Continue reading...
And why have ICE agents been deployed to US airports?
A projectile landed inside the Bushehr nuclear power plant's compound late Tuesday but caused no damage, Iran's atomic energy organization said, accusing the United States and Israel of attacking the facility.
This animated video explains what El Nino is and how it affects weather around the world.
LIVE UPDATES: Follow the Daily Mail's live coverage of the US-Israel war with Iran as Iran has warned it could escalate the war in the Red Sea by launching attacks on a second major oil route.
Police are stepping up an investigation into an oil depot in Ang Thong province after two partner companies submitted key documents, while authorities are also considering whether the case may involve fuel hoarding or sales at prices above controlled levels.
The moves will allow expanded sales of a higher-ethanol blend known as E15, which is often restricted in the summer.
Owen Sound council will vote on the deputy mayor's motion on April 13, which will ask city staff to prepare a report on billing the anglers rescued.
“We are sending humanitarian aid. We are providing humanitarian support,” Energy Minister Sergei Tsivilev told reporters.
Journal of Geophysical Research: Atmospheres, Volume 131, Issue 6, 28 March 2026.
The German government has rolled out a multibillion‑euro climate package to turbocharge wind power and e‑mobility. Supporters call it overdue momentum, but critics say it barely scratches the surface.
This is a re-post from The Climate Brink El Niño and its sister La Niña are the warm and cool phases of a natural climate pattern across the tropical Pacific (collectively called the El Niño-Southern Oscillation, or ENSO). The planet shifts back and forth irregularly between El Niño and La Niña every two to seven years, changing ocean temperatures and disrupting wind and rainfall patterns across the tropics. This in turn has a number of second-order effects around the planet. El Niño also has a major effect on global temperatures, reducing the rate of ocean heat uptake and increasing atmospheric temperatures. Global mean temperature can temporarily increase as much as 0.2C during a very strong El Niño event, with...
Germany released its latest climate action plan, which purportedly aims to meet the country's goals of achieving significant emissions cuts by 2030 and later years. But environmental groups say the measures announced are not nearly enough.
In a bruising PMQs session, Kemi Badenoch insisted Keir Starmer could increase oil and gas production within months by approving the Rosebank and Jackdaw projects.
The asset at the center of Brantley's strategy sits directly beneath the island's feet. Nevis Peak, the dormant volcano that defines the island's silhouette, sits atop geothermal reservoirs that scientists have identified as among the most significant in the Caribbean basin.
Hope for a possible end to the war with Iran is taking over again on Wall Street Wednesday, and stocks are back to jumping while oil prices ease.
The Philippines is working with Washington to secure waivers and exemptions that will allow it to obtain oil from US-sanctioned countries and guarantee supplies, its ambassador to the United States said. The Philippines, which relies heavily on imported fuel, declared a state of national energy emergency on Tuesday to deal with the fallout from the Middle East war, including the disruptions to oil procurement. “We are working with the State Department to get waivers or exemptions to purchase...
Major oil companies have debunked claims of a fuel shortage, assuring the public that supplies are normal and sufficient. Despite global supply tensions due to the Middle East crisis, firms like BPCL, HPCL, and Indian Oil emphasize no panic buying is needed. They are committed to uninterrupted service, with real-time updates confirming smooth operations at retail outlets.
New insights into metallic cracks that harm battery performance could advance the longstanding quest to develop energy-dense solid-state batteries.
[Daily News] Dodoma -- TANZANIA is stepping up preparations for a regional climate conference on marine and coastal protection, with officials highlighting the role of the Nairobi Convention in tackling environment challenges in East Africa.
The Iran war has cut off a fifth of global oil and LNG supply, handing African producers “a structural advantage” in supplying global markets, although their capacity is hampered by factors beyond the Middle East conflict, according to analysts. “West and North African exports are largely insulated from the conflict, meaning barrels from Nigeria, Angola, Gabon, Algeria and Libya are viewed as lower-risk alternatives,” said Grace Goodrich and Anne-Laure Klein of Energy, Capital & Power, a Cape...
In her new book, journalist and author Beth Gardiner explains how the industry has made plastic part of our daily lives – and what we can do about it. The post The fossil fuel industry’s backup plan? Plastic. appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
Wael Sawan says energy shortages on way if strait of Hormuz does not reopen to oil and gas shipping Middle East crisis – live updates Business live – latest updates Europe could face energy shortages and fuel rationing as soon as next month without a reopening of the strait of Hormuz, Shell’s chief executive has said. The boss of Europe’s biggest oil company said it was working with governments to help them address the oil and gas supply crisis, which has already led to energy rationing in Asian countries. Continue reading...
From 28 February to 14 March, the conflict released over five million tons of greenhouse gases, according to experts from the Climate & Community Institute.
President Trump announced Iran delivered a "very big present", a significant oil and gas related concession, amid ongoing conflict negotiations. He described it as a "tremendous amount of money" and a "very significant prize" potentially linked to the Strait of Hormuz, signaling optimism for a deal despite Iranian denials of talks.
The world-famous MultiCam pattern was designed for the military by two Brooklyn hipsters. Now everyone—from babies to ICE agents—is suited up for battle.
France's economy minister has warned of a 'new oil shock' if the conflict in Iran and the Middle East continues, although he added that France was less exposed than its neighbours.
A historic oil shock and surging fuel prices are strengthening the case for electric vehicles. China’s EV makers are eager to deliver. The United States and Israel’s war against Iran has disrupted critical fossil fuel supplies from the Middle East, pushing up crude oil prices to as high as $119 a barrel last week. This … The post The worst oil crisis in history comes at a good time for China’s troubled EV giants appeared first on Egypt Independent.
The government is paying TotalEnergies to halt a wind farm it isn’t building, in exchange for fossil fuel investments it’s already making.
The Trump administration is paying $1 billion to TotalEnergies to abandon U.S. offshore wind leases, redirecting funds to domestic oil and gas projects. This move, criticized by North Carolina's governor, aligns with the administration's pro-fossil fuel agenda, despite the company's continued offshore wind work elsewhere. The deal aims to protect taxpayers from what the Interior Department calls 'ideological subsidies'.
[New Times] More than 150 global leaders have gathered in Kigali for the UK-Rwanda Climate Partnership Conference, taking place from March 24 to 25 at the Rubirizi Campus.
Parks Canada has announced restrictions on paddling in some rivers and lakes in Alberta to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. Some paddlers are voicing concerns with the new policy, but urge their community to comply.
Iran Guards said they fired missiles at Israel and US forces in bases in Kuwait, Jordan and Bahrain; crude oil prices fall sharply in early trading Trump’s rehashed 15-point Iran plan unlikely to appease Tehran If you’re just joining us, here’s a quick recap of the day: An Iranian military spokesperson mocked US attempts at a ceasefire deal , insisting Americans were only negotiating with themselves. Lt. Col. Ebrahim Zolfaghari statement came after the Trump administration reportedly sent a 15-point ceasefire plan to Iran through Pakistan. The World Trade Organisation warned disruptions to international fertiliser supplies caused by the closing of the strait of Hormuz will cause food scarcity and high prices . A third of the world’s fertilisers normally transit the strait. ...
The technology giants plan to provide artificial intelligence tools that speed up permitting, design and operations.
The Middle East war is scrambling markets and threatening to remake the energy industry.
Ferrying an estimated 730,000 barrels of crude oil across the Atlantic, the tanker is flying a Russian flag. A Russian warship escorted it through the English Channel. Next stop, Cuba?
The court found three legal challenges from Maryland cities and one county against oil companies are "far afield" from matters of local or state law.
More coal use now will slow and possibly undermine long-term efforts to phase out coal-fired power in the region.
Three Nova Scotian geoscientists have returned from a month-long expedition to Antarctica and now hope to inspire other women to enter their field of work.
The new government is bracing for a surge in electricity bills as liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices climb in the wake of conflict in the Middle East, according to an energy official who requested anonymity.
The report also recommends government do more to make tech companies liable for ‘psychosocial harms’ Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Australia’s climate change and energy “information ecosystem” is fuelling conflict in communities , with misinformation and disinformation confusing the public, slowing renewable energy projects and undermining policy responses to the climate crisis, a cross-party Senate inquiry has concluded. The inquiry’s final report , released on Tuesday evening, recommended the government do more to make tech companies liable for “psychosocial harms” spread on their platforms. Continue reading...
Testing conducted by Chinese scientists has found that a solid rocket engine can ignite at 200 metres (656 feet) underwater – far deeper than submarine-launched missiles – suggesting new possibilities for deep-sea weapon systems. Ballistic missiles that can be launched from subs are central to strategic deterrence for nuclear powers – for example, the M51 used by France, America’s Trident system, and China’s Julang series. With these missiles on board, submarines, moving stealthily through deep...
Larry Fink says if oil prices stay high for a sustained period it will have "profound implications" for the world economy.
An unidentified projectile struck the grounds of Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant on Tuesday night, according to Iran's Atomic Energy Organization.
The decision represents a setback to other local governments around the country that have sued oil companies to recoup the mounting costs of climate change.
Learn how Neanderthals in Europe suffered a loss of genetic diversity during the Ice Age, causing a single lineage to take over.
A warming world may see more antibiotic-resistant bacteria, according to new research that shows a link between aridity and antibiotic resistance today.
Replace boring roadside grass with moss that eats heavy metals and drinks flash floods.
[Daily Trust] Global oil prices recorded a sharp decline on Monday after Donald Trump stepped back from threats to bomb Iranian power plants.
One can argue that a car is only as good as the tires that roll it from point A to point B. These tires scored first place in Consumer Reports' ranking for EVs.
Charted: How Could Rising Temperatures Affect Your City? margaret.overh… Tue, 03/24/2026 - 13:11 A decade ago, scientists believed that unchecked global warming could heat the world to 1.5 degrees C (2.7 degrees F) above preindustrial levels sometime around 2045. It now looks like we could pass this critical threshold as soon as 2030 . Indeed, some research points to up to 3 degrees C (5.4 degrees F) of warming by 2050 . The difference in numbers here may sound small, but the implications are huge. Every fraction of a degree of warming above 1.5 degrees C will bring new weather extremes to many places — heat waves, fires, floods and more — alongside devastating impacts on lives and livelihoods. While climate treaties and their negotiators trade in the language...
France has officially named its next nuclear aircraft carrier, a project set to replace the Charles de Gaulle and reshape the Navy's future fleet.
The Iran war will hit food prices, fuel costs and interest rates. But with a few smart moves, we could could turn this crisis to our advantage Energy shocks don’t just raise our energy bills – they can be turning points in how our economy runs. The UK responded to the energy crises of the 1970s by reshaping its energy system and doubling down on extracting its own fossil fuels from the North Sea. Investment poured in and the UK became a net energy exporter. When energy security is on the line, serious countries act at scale. Today, as the war in Iran continues, scraping the North Sea barrel for the last of its planet-heating fuel is no longer a solution. If the UK is to weather the shocks to come, we need to build a clean energy system for the next generation. A supply deficit of 10m oil...
Brent crude prices have fallen sharply, while the FTSE 100 is up 1.8% and government bonds are rallying UK food inflation ‘could hit 9% this year’ as Iran war drives up energy prices Middle East crisis live: Trump claims war will end in ‘two or three weeks’; Rubio says US should ‘re-examine’ Nato relationship Iran war may increase mortgage payments for extra 1.3m UK households, says Bank of England The bond market is also reacting to hopes of peace in the Middle East soon. Government bonds are rallying, which is pushing down the yield (or interest rate) on UK debt. Continue reading...
New research suggests devastating climate outcomes that are typically associated with extreme global warming could hit even we limit heating to 3.6 F above preindustrial levels.
The EPA's temporary waiver for E15 fuel, a 15% ethanol blend, aims to reduce gasoline prices. Explore its effects on vehicle compatibility, fuel economy, and market dynamics amid global energy volatility.
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said the government is prioritizing renewable energy as a strategic pillar, emphasizing that carefully expanding clean energy projects will reduce reliance on conventional fuels, lower operating costs, and create a balanced energy mix; supporting Egypt’s goal of becoming a regional hub for green energy. Madbouly made the remarks during a meeting … The post PM: Govt prioritizes renewable energy as strategic national pillar appeared first on Egypt Independent.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2026, Advance Article DOI : 10.1039/D6EE00888G, Paper Qiao Gu, Mingtao Huang, Bingyu Huang, Wenhui Jiang, Ting Hu, Dirk Lützenkirchen-Hecht, Kai Yuan, Yiwang Chen CNT–X–Fe catalysts were prepared by tethering Fe(Phen) 2 to electron bridge (phenol, thiophenol, and pyridine)-functionalized carbon nanotubes to reveal the relationship between the spatial electron bridge and the ORR performance. To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above. The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
The EcoBlock project helped 15 homeowners on a single Oakland block get new rooftop solar, heat pumps, and insulation. The post California neighbors cut carbon together appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
US president’s claim that conflict is nearing end prompts 15% drop in Brent crude and stock market climb in Asia Business live – latest updates Oil prices tumbled and stock markets rallied across the world on Wednesday after Donald Trump said the war in Iran would end in “two to three weeks”. Brent crude, the international benchmark for oil, dropped to $99.78 a barrel, down more than 15% compared with its price on Tuesday – its lowest level in a week. Continue reading...
The risks of environmental calamity in the Strait of Hormuz are mounting with each passing week of the Iran conflict, conservationists have warned, as giant tankers filled with fuel are trapped in a small area and Iran continues to fire missiles and drones at Gulf oil assets. The potential for catastrophe in the waterway was sharpened on Monday when a Kuwaiti crude tanker was set ablaze at Dubai Port in an Iranian attack that damaged its hull, sparking warnings of a possible oil spill. The...
An extremely warm March melted most of the snow in California's Sierra Nevada. The early melt fits a long-term pattern as greenhouse gases push temperatures higher.
Dragon Oil, wholly owned by Dubai government, is considering three new investment opportunities in Egypt, Asharq News reported, citing the company’s acting CEO Abdulkarim al-Mazmi. Speaking on the sidelines of the first day of the Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) 2025 in Dubai, al-Mazmi added that the company signed an agreement two weeks … The post Dubai-owned Dragon Oil considering 3 investment opportunities in Egypt appeared first on Egypt Independent.
Repeated attacks on the oil export terminals at Primorsk and Ust-Luga have set storage tanks ablaze and halted loading activities.
The White House braces for a potential oil spike to $150 or higher as the Iran war chokes supply.
Slower growth in energy storage capacity, coupled with natural gas shortages linked to the war, will leave India heavily reliant on coal and hydropower, as well as less predictable wind generation.
The state is trying a novel tactic in climate litigation, accusing the oil and gas industry of violating antitrust laws.
President Donald Trump has been pressuring U.S. oil and gas executives to invest in Venezuela’s energy sector, nearly three months after the toppling of former president Nicolás Maduro, as the country is said to have the largest crude oil reserves in the world.
But some school districts can’t afford to comply with requirements for special equipment or alternate practice schedules.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2026, Advance Article DOI : 10.1039/D5EE07845H, Paper Po-Wei Huang, Hyeonuk Choi, Anush Venkataraman, Olivia Vulpin, Claudio A. Ruiz Torres, Danae A. Chipoco Haro, Yaguang Zhu, Erika R. Yamazaki, Kelsey B. Hatzell, Shannon W. Boettcher, Sankar Nair, Jihun Oh, Hakhyeon Song, Marta C. Hatzell A bipolar membrane electrolyzer coupling bicarbonate electrolysis with formaldehyde oxidation directly produces syngas (H 2 : CO = 1) at 1.7 V and 200 mA cm −2 with 200% combined Faradaic efficiency. To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above. The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
Nature Climate Change, Published online: 01 April 2026; doi:10.1038/s41558-026-02597-xFood loss and waste (FLW) is often attributed to technoeconomic inefficiencies of food systems. However, using a mechanistic analysis framework, we show that food surplus and misconsumption accounted for 11% of global anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions in 2021, exceeding FLW-associated emissions that are driven by technoeconomic constraints.
South Korea will delay the shutdown of coal-fired plants, while the Philippines also plans to boost the output of its coal-burning plants Governments across Asia are ramping up their use of coal, the dirtiest fossil fuel, as they try to cover huge energy shortfalls triggered by the US-Israel war on Iran. The move has triggered warnings from climate experts who point to coal’s devastating environmental impact, and say the energy crisis should be a wake up call for governments to invest in renewables, which can offer a more stable supply that is not exposed to price shocks. Continue reading...
The Malaysian government has entered “crisis mode” in response to the ongoing global energy supply disruption, its transport minister has warned. “This is not a laughing or joking matter. It is a very, very serious matter,” Transport Minister Anthony Loke said on Tuesday, as quoted by the New Straits Times newspaper. “For the past month, energy costs have risen by more than 100 per cent.” According to news website Free Malaysia Today, Loke said: “Even though at this moment our lights are still...
China’s Ganfeng Lithium, the world’s largest producer of lithium metal, is envisioning an “explosive growth” in the global energy storage system (ESS) market in 2026, spurred by higher prices of the key battery material and buoyant demand for renewable energy infrastructure. Executives including president Wang Xiaoshen told an investors’ conference on Tuesday that the global decarbonisation drive had created a strong and sustainable trajectory for Ganfeng, which swung from loss to profit last...
Oil prices surged on Wednesday, with Brent crude surpassing $100 per barrel and WTI also climbing. This rise is attributed to ongoing supply risk concerns, despite potential diplomatic progress. Analysts highlight that even a swift end to the conflict may not immediately ease tight supplies due to infrastructure damage and the critical Strait of Hormuz.
[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE Tanzanian government has assured global firms of a favourable climate being buoyed by stable policies and legal frameworks designed to attract both local and foreign investors.
Authorities are preparing to seek a loan from commercial banks to stabilise Thailand's fast-depleting Oil Fuel Fund, following the announcement of the new cabinet under Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul.
Scientists tracked bird population in Canberra’s botanic gardens and found climate impacts starting to affect them Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast A common and well-loved bird of bush and garden could go extinct within 30-40 years due to the weather impacts of climate change, researchers say. Data derived from nearly 30 years of weekly observations tracked the lives of superb fairy wrens in Canberra’s botanic gardens, noting the changing weather’s impacts on them. Continue reading...
WASHINGTON - US President Donald Trump says the countries that have not joined the Middle East war but are struggling with fuel shortages should “go get your own oil” in the Strait of Hormuz.
MATANZAS, Cuba - A Russian oil tanker arrived in a Cuban port on Tuesday to deliver the first crude shipment to the island since January after Washington gave the crisis-hit country a reprieve from an effective fuel blockade.
The federal Endangered Species Committee, better known as the "God Squad," voted to exempt offshore drilling from parts of the Endangered Species Act, which critics say could push Rice's whale to extinction.
Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth said exempting oil drilling was a matter of national security.
Many countries in Europe have called the conflict illegal, with some blocking Israeli and US planes from moving weapons through their airspace Donald Trump has launched a tirade against European countries that refused to join his war against Iran, calling out the UK and France, as transatlantic relations soured from the spiralling conflict that has wreaked havoc on the global economy. On his Truth Social website, the US president told governments worried about fuel prices to “go get your own oil” by force from the Gulf, comments that sent oil prices even higher. Continue reading...
TEHRAN - US and Israeli strikes hit military facilities in central Iran, damaged a major religious site in the northwest and provoked power cuts Tuesday, after President Donald Trump threatened to blow up the country’s oil and energy plants.
[Ghanaian Times] Ghana's fight against air pollution can no longer be treated as a distant environmental concern. It is a present and pressing public health emergency, one that demands urgent, deliberate, and sustained action.
The Department of Homeland Security rejected a report claiming that ICE agents would be looking to arrest undocumented immigrants at a graduation ceremony for marines.
Critics say exemption for fossil fuels exploits White House’s ‘self-made gas crisis’, and could doom the rare Rice’s whale Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inbox A US government panel on Tuesday exempted oil and gas drilling in the Gulf of Mexico from the Endangered Species Act (ESA), a move which critics say could doom a rare whale species and harm other marine life . The Endangered Species Committee – which had not convened in more than three decades – voted to approve the request for the ESA exemption at the request of the defense secretary, Pete Hegseth . Continue reading...
Merlin could disappear in worst-case scenario, with British isles facing ecological ‘point of no return’ The merlin, Britain’s smallest bird of prey, is one of more than 200 species that will become extinct in the UK if action is not taken to curb emissions and unsustainable land use, a study has claimed. According to the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH), there is a 20-year window in which decisions on climate and land use will determine the fate of dozens of Britain’s native species. Continue reading...
The British Antarctic Survey (BAS) and the National Antarctic Scientific Centre (NASC), Ukraine, collaborated to deliver essential logistics support to Rothera Research Station, Antarctica, and to study jointly the impact […] The post British Antarctic Survey partners with the National Antarctic Scientific Centre, Ukraine, on logistics and science appeared first on British Antarctic Survey.
Brittlestars, sea anemones and a catshark among new-to-science species collected during expedition off the Queensland coast Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Marine scientists have discovered more than 110 new fish and invertebrate species in the Coral Sea – a figure they believe could exceed 200 as more are identified. The species were found in waters between 200 metres and 3km deep in the Coral Sea marine park, Australia’s largest marine protected area, which spans nearly 1m sq km to the east of the Great Barrier Reef. Continue reading...
TEHRAN - Iran fired missiles across the Middle East on Tuesday as its capital was hit by fresh explosions, after US President Donald Trump threatened the country's key oil export hub, power stations and desalination plants.
President Donald Trump on Tuesday urged countries that did not help in the US-Israeli strikes on Iran to buy American oil and go to the Strait of Hormuz and “just TAKE it”. Trump singled out Britain and France as unhelpful in the month-long war that has roiled global markets, driven up energy prices and seen Iran effectively close oil tanker traffic through the Strait. “All of those countries that can’t get jet fuel because of the Strait of Hormuz, like the United Kingdom, which refused...
EPA said it will tackle ethylene oxide standards for smaller chemical facilities in a later rulemaking that will also include "major" sources.
Critics say president is locking into 20th century energy systems even as his ‘bet’ on oil and gas ‘isn’t going so well’ By attacking Iran and threatening to seize its oil while taking extraordinary measures to block clean energy back in the US, Donald Trump has inadvertently highlighted the dangerous volatility of the fossil fuel era, critics say. The US and Israel’s bombardment of Iran and southern Lebanon has caused a humanitarian and environmental toll , with threats of further escalation set to add to these casualties as well as add more planet-heating emissions and destroy drinking water supplies. Continue reading...
This story was originally published by Inside Climate News and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. The Trump administration is turning to the nuclear option on endangered-species protections in the name of national security. A rarely tapped panel nicknamed the “God Squad” will meet Tuesday to discuss whether overriding Endangered Species Act regulations for all […]
As global energy supplies are put under strain by Iranian disruption to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, state-owned Chinese oil giant PetroChina has said its overall operations remain stable because most of its imports do not pass through the strait. However, the company’s investment operations in the Middle East had been “impacted to varying degrees”, as crude oil and natural gas imported through the strait accounted for about 10 per cent of its total operating volume, PetroChina...
Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Karim Badawi held talks with Song Yu, CEO of United Energy Group (UEG), and Kamel al-Sawy, the company’s Regional President for Africa, to review the company’s oil and gas operations in Egypt’s Western Desert. The meeting took place on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, on the sidelines of the Egypt … The post Petroleum min, United Energy Group discuss plans to boost production in Western Desert appeared first on Egypt Independent.
The attack came hours after Trump threatened to ‘obliterate’ Iran’s energy plants and oil wells unless it opened the strait of Hormuz. Plus, Israel to give death penalty to Palestinians convicted of lethal attacks Good morning. Iran attacked and set alight a fully loaded crude oil tanker anchored at Dubai port, causing damage to the vessel’s hull, in the latest strike on merchant vessels in the Gulf and the strait of Hormuz. The fire was extinguished within hours and no injuries were reported. What has Trump said about the war’s end? He has continued to give mixed messages, threatening to destroy Iran’s energy facilities unless it agrees to peace terms – while simultaneously claiming diplomatic progress in ending the war the US started together with Israel. Iran has accused the US of...
President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and his Cypriot counterpart Nikos Christodoulides on Monday, March 30, 2026, witnessed the signing of a framework agreement for cooperation on natural gas. The deal was inked by Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Karim Badawi and Cypriot Minister of Energy, Trade and Industry Michael Damianos on the sidelines of the … The post Egypt, Cyprus sign framework agreement for cooperation on natural gas appeared first on Egypt Independent.
[Liberian Observer] In a landmark moment for Liberia's private sector and clean energy industry, Maifrance Solar Limited has appointed Linsay K.N. Smith as its new Chief Executive Officer--making her the first Liberian woman to lead a solar energy company in the country.
MATANZAS (CUBA) - Cubans on Monday cautiously welcomed the imminent arrival of a Russian oil shipment, with some warning it would do little to ease an energy crisis after US President Donald Trump granted a reprieve from his oil blockade.
Record-low snowpack and an early heatwave could mean a higher risk of drought and fire in coming months.
Trump warns Iran of targeting civilian energy and water systems if Strait of Hormuz deal fails, raising oil market and Middle East tensions
[Vanguard] Come November 9 to 20, 2026, the world will converge in the historic Turkish city of Antalya for the 31st edition of Committee of Parties, COP-31, conference on climate change convened by the United Nations. Climate change conferences pull intimidating numbers of delegates from member-nations of the UN annually.
The Yukon government has repealed legislation that set targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and required the territory to report its progress in meeting those goals. The government says it's about reducing pressure on the territory's electrical grid.
Kuwait says fire broke out after Iranian attack on giant tanker; Dubai authorities later say no oil leaked after concerns for surrounding waters Kuwaiti tanker hit by Iranian attack in Dubai port, raising oil spill fears Trump threatens to ‘obliterate’ Iran’s energy grid if ceasefire not reached ‘shortly’ Saudi Arabia’s defence ministry has said it has intercepted and destroyed ten drones over the past hours, and eight missiles launched towards the Riyadh area and the country’s eastern region. Early this morning Kuwait said its air defences were responding to hostile missile and drone attacks. Neither Saudi Arabia nor Kuwait said where the drones or missiles came from. Iran attacked and set ablaze a fully loaded crude oil tanker off Dubai. Local authorities later said response...
Iran attacked and set on fire a massive Kuwaiti oil tanker off Dubai overnight, as Gulf states increasingly suffer the fallout from the war.
The first huge wave of new data centers is targeted for 2028. The U.S. nuclear expansion is on a much slower timeline.
If President Donald Trump wants to hobble Iran's oil industry for leverage in talks, a better option might be setting up a blockade at sea, experts say.
Nations in Europe and Asia are delaying coal phase-outs and lifting restrictions. The resurgence could be long-term, analysts say.
Government told to focus on transition to mix of wind, solar, tidal and nuclear energy More drilling in the North Sea would do nothing to improve the UK’s energy security, former military leaders have said, as a new analysis finds no fossil fuel importer is safe from chokepoints in the global supply chain. The government should focus on a rapid transition to a mix of wind, solar, tidal and nuclear energy to ensure the UK’s future security, the former military leaders told the Guardian, as well as a programme of energy efficiency and a “major renewal” of the electricity grid. Continue reading...
The United States hit the central Iranian city of Isfahan early Tuesday, sending a massive fireball into the sky, and Tehran struck a fully loaded Kuwaiti oil tanker in the Persian Gulf.
Nationwide reforms aim to standardise collections and expand food waste recycling to tackle stagnating rates Recycling rules across England have long been inconsistent – but that will change from Tuesday when the government’s Simpler Recycling legislation comes into effect. Continue reading...
Iran struck a Kuwaiti oil tanker anchored off Dubai, officials said early Tuesday, as Tehran maintains its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz amid the U.S.-Israel war on Iran.
When pressed on the method and risks, including potential involvement of Marines or escalation to war, he replied: "You go in... you take the oil... Let Iran fight their own war. You take their oil." He added: "You get in trouble with weakness."Dismissing concerns about Soviet intervention at the time, Trump stated: "I don't think they would [intervene]."
BBC Verify examines recent damage to three key Russian oil export facilities near the Baltic Sea.
A map produced by investment bank JP Morgan lays out when the last shipments of Gulf oil will arrive at their destinations across global markets.
Few Californians welcome higher gas prices. So they should cheer the news that Sable Offshore Corp. has resumed oil sales through the Santa Ynez Pipeline System in Santa Barbara County. Sable announced Sunday that it had begun selling oil through the network –– idle since 2015 –– on recent national-security orders from the Trump administration. Now,...
Will Vladimir Putin be the real winner of Trump and Netanyahu's war on Iran? The Russian federal budget for 2026 was based on an anticipated average of $59 per barrel of Urals crude and is now benefitting from soaring oil prices, which edged above $110 on 19 March. The US, concerned about rising energy costs, has temporarily suspended sanctions against India for its imports of Russian crude, ignoring the resulting complaints from many European capitals. In the midst of an election campaign, (…) - 2026/04 / article
Oil prices on course for record monthly rise amid risk of further escalation and mixed messaging from US Donald Trump has threatened to “obliterate” Iran’s power stations and fresh water plants if Tehran does not agree to peace terms “shortly”, even as he claimed diplomatic progress in ending the war that was instigated by the US and Israel. Tehran has remained defiant during the month-long conflict, describing US peace proposals as “excessive, unrealistic and irrational” and firing waves of missiles at Israel. Continue reading...
“I feel like it should be curbed," one of Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie's constituents said about the climate change law.
Washington-based fund says rising energy and food costs will hit economies worldwide and could leave lasting scars The International Monetary Fund has warned that “all roads lead to higher prices and slower growth worldwide” should the conflict in the Middle East continue to throttle the amount of oil, gas and fertiliser making its way out of the Gulf. In a stark message that countries on all continents will be affected, the Washington-based organisation said a rise in energy and food costs would harm economic growth this year and could leave lasting scars on the global economy. Continue reading...
He also said Ukraine and Russia should agree to a mutual halt on strikes against energy infrastructure to help relieve pressure building in oil and gas markets.
While both crises involve oil, experts say there are some important differences between what happened in the 1970s and today.
A Texas oil heir was ordered to pay $1.1 billion for beating his stepson who is now permanently disabled — but the little boy isn't likely to receive the entire amount.
Mikhail Khodorkovsky says Russian security services may seek to create a ‘sense of vulnerability’ in Britain Vladimir Putin is likely to stage another Salisbury-style attack on UK soil unless the government adopts more aggressive tactics against the Kremlin, the exiled Russian billionaire Mikhail Khodorkovsky has said. The former oil tycoon has emerged as a leading figure in Russian diaspora opposition circles and claims to be well-informed about current thinking and developments among Moscow’s elite. Continue reading...
Brent crude on track for record monthly increase; aluminium prices hit four-year highs after Iranian attacks on Middle East smelters Brent crude hits $116 a barrel after Trump says he wants to ‘take the oil in Iran’ Aluminium prices have surged to four-year highs after Iranian airstrikes on two major Middle East producers over the weekend raised fears of a supply shock. Benchmark aluminium on the London Metal Exchange rose nearly 5% to $3,453 a tonne, and touched $3,492 earlier today. This compares with an all-time high of $4,073.50 a tonne in March 2022, after the invasion of Ukraine by Russia, a top producer of the metal. Iran’s strikes on Middle Eastern aluminium plants are threatening to send a fragile market into crisis, raising the prospect of record prices. The conflict’s...
A Russian-flagged oil tanker reportedly reached Cuba on Monday after US President Donald Trump allowed it to break his administration’s fuel blockade of the island nation as its energy crisis deepens. The Russian transport ministry said the Anatoly Kolodkin – a tanker with nearly 730,000 barrels of oil onboard – had arrived at the Matanzas … The post Trump allows Russian oil tanker to reach Cuba, breaking his fuel blockade of island appeared first on Egypt Independent.
Researchers have developed a new silicon-carbon battery design that can store up to nine times more energy while staying stable over time.
[Afrobarometer] Majorities call for greater investment in climate-resilient infrastructure and renewable energy.
Alan Hanson’s move comes as the agency refocuses the enforcement program while facing heavy scrutiny from environmental groups.
The U.S. president said Sunday that Washington would not oppose shipments of oil to the crisis-stricken island, including from Russia.
Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves are holding crisis talks amid mounting fears over the looming impact from the Iran war.
Russia said on Monday that an oil tanker carrying 100,000 tonnes of crude oil had arrived in Cuba and that Moscow would stand by its friends by working on further supplies despite a US blockade of the Communist-run island. The US cut off Venezuela’s oil exports to Cuba after toppling Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on January 3, and US President Donald Trump threatened to slap punishing tariffs on any other country that sent crude to Cuba. But Trump on Sunday signalled he was reversing...
[HRW] Decision Could Promote Rights-Based Adaptation, Durable Solutions
Facing global energy disruptions, the Centre has launched a 60-day emergency plan, distributing extra kerosene to states for cooking and lighting. This move aims to support families experiencing LPG shortages, with authorities also intensifying raids against hoarding and black marketing to ensure supply chain integrity. Meanwhile, some consumers are switching to piped natural gas.
Stocks sold off and crude oil climbed as tensions in the Middle East intensified, with Iran-backed Houthi forces entering the conflict and an expanded US military presence raising concerns about a prolonged confrontation.
The sweeping new law enshrines farmers' use of gas-powered equipment and weakens protections for conservation lands, locking the state's climate-battered ag sector into fossil fuel dependence.
Stock markets in Asia drop sharply, with investors nervous over escalation of Middle East conflict Business live – latest news The price of oil has risen sharply to $116 a barrel after Donald Trump said he wanted to “ take the oil in Iran ”, sending Asian stock markets tumbling. Brent crude, the international benchmark for oil, rose by 2% in early trading on Monday, after Trump said that he could seize the Iranian export hub of Kharg Island . Continue reading...
Oil prices surged as the Middle East conflict reached its one-month mark, with Brent crude exceeding $110 and WTI surpassing $100. The involvement of Iran-aligned Houthis and increased US military presence in the region are fueling market uncertainty and disrupting crucial oil supply routes.
Dry ground, iron-rich earth and strong winds combined to create an eerie dust storm that was filmed in Denham Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The skies of Shark Bay in Western Australia turned an eerie blood red before Tropical Cyclone Narelle made landfall, a phenomenon an expert said was caused by an iron-infused dust storm. Narelle crossed into WA on Friday, hitting the state roughly 900km north of Perth in the food bowl region. Continue reading...
Two SET-listed energy firms, Bangchak Corporation and PTT Oil and Retail Business (OR), have resumed commercial sales of B20 biodiesel after nearly four years as Thai authorities intensify efforts to diversify energy sources and reduce reliance on imported oil.
A Thai undertaker’s extreme mission to prove he was not hoarding fuel went viral over the weekend after he brought a coffin containing a body to a petrol station to convince attendants the extra fuel he needed was for cremation, not black market resale. Thais have been pressed into energy-saving mode by the US-Israel war on Iran, which has throttled oil and gas supplies to much of Asia. Thailand’s Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul insists there is enough fuel for over three months, while the...
Électricité de France has been seeking to develop long-term contracts with industrial clients to secure revenue as it prolongs the lifetime of its nuclear fleet.
The French energy giant pointed out that many scientists now say limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius above preindustrial levels is out of reach.
Carrying out such research requires specialized scuba diving skills plus the proper scientific background — qualifications only a few hundred people in the world currently have.
[New Times] Rwanda has marked three global environmental days with a renewed call for conservation, as communities planted thousands of trees during Umuganda.
'If a country wants to send some oil into Cuba right now, I have no problem whether it’s Russia or not,' President Donald Trump said.
President Trump has said the US could take Iran’s oil – as he mulls over a daring operation to seize one of the Islamic Republic’s energy strongholds.
The U.S. oil blockade has pushed Cuba into a third month of energy crisis, deepening daily hardship in a country already strained by crumbling infrastructure. But amid the darkness, some Cubans still see hope for a better future.
US president tells Financial Times his ‘preference would be to take the oil’ but that ‘some stupid people back in the US say: “why are you doing that?”’ Full report: Iran accuses US of plotting ground assault while publicly seeking talks Analysis: what the Houthis’ entry into the Iran war means for the conflict and the wider region South Korean airlines have asked their government to help redirect jet fuel exports to the domestic market, threatening half of Australia’s imports of the critical fuel after Chinese authorities earlier this month flagged export restrictions. Amid deepening concerns across Asia about the impact of the escalating Middle East conflict, an official at South Korea’s transport ministry told the Guardian that “some domestic carriers” had asked authorities...
President Donald Trump said he has "no problem" with a Russian oil tanker off the coast of Cuba delivering relief to the island, which has been brought to its knees by a U.S. oil blockade.
The Conservative leader will use a visit to a North Sea oil rig to publish proposals that would provide immediate relief from the cost-of-living crisis.
Maritime tensions between China and the Philippines are likely to persist despite Manila’s call for energy cooperation, Chinese observers said after revived diplomatic talks on the weekend. Senior diplomats from the two countries met in the Chinese city of Quanzhou on Friday and Saturday for two rounds of talks, covering a range of issues from oil and gas cooperation in the South China Sea to renewable energy and coastguard communication. The foreign ministry consultations were held for the...
US President Donald Trump said he had "no problem" with Russia or another country delivering oil to Cuba as the island nation faces an acute energy crisis.
Anatoly Kolodkin could soon discharge at Matanzas port, US official says, three months after Cuba’s last oil import A Russia -flagged tanker carrying Russian crude entered Cuba ’s exclusive economic zone on Sunday, according to ship tracking data, in what could be the Caribbean country’s first oil import in over two months. Tanker Anatoly Kolodkin, which departed from Primorsk after loading some 650,000 barrels of Urals crude, could soon discharge at Cuba’s Matanzas port if it does not change its current course, according to tracking services MarineTraffic and LSEG. Continue reading...
Amid chaos at airports during the 44-day DHS shutdown, ICE agents have been deployed to airports to help TSA -- and they may be in for an extended stay.
Thousands are switching from LPG to piped natural gas (PNG) as the government urges more to adopt the cleaner fuel. This move aims to free up LPG for areas without pipeline access, especially amid global supply pressures. Expansion of PNG networks is accelerating, with incentives offered to encourage the shift.
Petron Corp., the Philippines’ only refiner, has procured 2.48 million barrels of crude oil from Russia as the Southeast Asian nation scours the world for alternative suppliers to support domestic energy needs with the war in Iran raging. “If the current crisis persists and alternative crude sources remain unavailable or insufficient, Petron may again be compelled to consider purchases of Russian crude oil to augment the national fuel supply,” parent San Miguel Corp. said in a statement to...
Brent crude jumps 51% since start of March and gold suffers fifth-largest monthly fall in 50 years Middle East crisis – latest updates The Brent crude oil price is on track for its biggest monthly gain on record in March after the Iran war caused mayhem in the markets. Brent crude, the international benchmark, has climbed by 51% since the start of March, LSEG data shows, beating the previous monthly record of 46% in September 1990 after Saddam Hussein invaded Kuwait, leading to the first Gulf war. Continue reading...
A listing of 27 news and opinion articles we found interesting and shared on social media during the past week: Sun, March 22, 2026 thru Sat, March 28, 2026. Stories we promoted this week, by category: Climate Change Impacts (10 articles) ‘Pushing extremes to new levels’: Record US heat dome made possible by climate change "‘Insurers walking away’ is the clearest sign unpredictable weather extremes are spiralling out of control, one expert says." AP/Euronewsdotcom, Angela Symons, Mar 20, 2026. Record-torching March heat ‘virtually impossible’ without climate change "Friday’s spring equinox may seem like a quaint notion to those already enduring furnace-like 90-110°F summer heat." Yale Climate Connections, Jeff Masters...
Global economies reel as Middle East conflict escalates, disrupting oil supplies via the Strait of Hormuz. Nations like Vietnam and India are cutting fuel taxes, while Japan and Germany consider increased coal use. Venezuela faces power cuts, and Pakistan grapples with soaring jet fuel prices. Sri Lanka implements strict fuel rationing, highlighting widespread energy challenges.
The Ukrainian military has stepped up attacks on Russia’s energy infrastructure, as Moscow benefits from higher crude oil prices and some sanctions relief. Ukrainian drones have struck several Russian refineries and export terminals in the last week, accelerating a campaign that began last summer to target one of Russia’s biggest revenue sources. As the war … The post Ukraine steps up attacks on Russian oil industry as Kremlin reaps export windfall appeared first on Egypt Independent.
Hong Kong authorities are closely monitoring the war in the Middle East sparked by the US-Israel attack on Iran and the resulting volatility in global oil prices, although the immediate impact on the city’s economy remains limited, the finance chief has said. Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po also said on Sunday that, while international investor sentiment had been shaken by geopolitical instability, the city’s financial markets continued to operate in an “orderly and smooth” manner, with...
Charles Edwin Brooks Jr., the great-grandson of a Humble Oil investor, was found liable for catastrophic injuries he inflicted on Blake Sampson.
Saudi Arabia has achieved a significant environmental milestone, restoring one million hectares of degraded land and planting over 159 million trees as part of the Saudi Green Initiative. This progress, driven by national coordination and modern techniques, strengthens biodiversity and ecosystem resilience, setting the stage for future ambitious targets.
How Hormuz disruptions, benchmark volatility and refinery economics are testing India's energy resilience — and why the government moved to shield every pump in the country
Tropical Cyclone Narelle made landfall on Friday (March 27), disrupting production at liquefied natural gas plants and cutting off power to residents in Western Australia. - REUTERS
Offshore wind is out. Geothermal power is in. And many climate technology start-ups are looking for ways to carry on without federal backing.
The world’s cheapest power source is scaling at warp speed, pushing coal, gas and nuclear aside.
Exclusive: Findings cast doubt on claims new drilling would help cut bills and boost energy security, researchers say Hundreds of licences granted for new oil and gas projects in the North Sea under the Conservatives have so far produced only 36 days’ worth of gas, according to analysis. Research by the energy consultancy Voar and the campaign group Uplift found that between 2010 and 2024, the government handed out hundreds of new North Sea oil and gas licences in seven licensing rounds. Continue reading...
Major gas infrastructure hit by outages as weather system continues south-east Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Zac Saber did not sleep a wink as ex-Tropical Cyclone Narelle battered the Western Australian coast on Friday night . As fellow Exmouth locals took shelter in evacuation centres and homes, Saber spent the night listening to the sound of “super intense” winds rattling his walls. Continue reading...
In a letter to chief secretaries of states and UTs, petroleum secretary Neeraj Mittal said only those industrial units that have registered with oil marketing companies, declaring the end use of gas cylinders, and have also signed up for the piped gas network will be eligible for the additional quota of LPG. He added that if LPG is used by certain industrial units for special purposes that cannot be substituted by natural gas, such requirements would stand waived.
The conversation focused on the evolving situation in West Asia, with both leaders emphasising the importance of keeping the Strait of Hormuz open, secure and accessible. The key maritime corridor handles a significant share of global oil shipments and remains critical to international energy markets. However, it remains unclear why Musk was included in the call or whether he spoke.
LONDON - Oil prices rose and stocks fell Friday as initial optimism over US President Donald Trump's decision to again delay his deadline for strikes on Iran's energy assets faded.
The case stemmed from the allocation in Maharashtra’s Bandar and led to the first CBI chargesheet in the larger coal block controversy dating back to the time Congress-led UPA was in office. The FIR was filed in 2012 and the chargesheet in 2014. Judge Sunena Sharma held that there was no proof of criminal conspiracy, noting the case was based on conjectures and lacked evidence of a “meeting of minds” or illegal agreement.
Cyclone Narelle has passed through Carnarvon as a category three storm, bringing winds in excess of 125 km/h.
Authorities could channel the windfall oil revenues into spending on the war in Ukraine, Bloomberg’s sources said.
A first-of-its-kind deal killed two offshore wind projects and reinvested the funds in fossil fuels. The next day, the nation’s largest offshore wind farm started delivering power.
A Russian tanker carrying oil is heading towards Cuba, intensifying a geopolitical standoff with the US. This move challenges America's de facto oil blockade on the island, which is facing an energy crisis. The situation echoes the Cuban Missile Crisis, highlighting Cuba's enduring strategic importance and testing US resolve in its hemisphere.
The money is coming from Canada's Energy Innovation Program, which the federal government says promotes clean tech and looks to keep Canadian energy reliable and competitive.
Inspections of oil depots and petrol stations in seven provinces have found no irregularities in fuel supply or distribution, the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC) said on Friday.
Trump's war in Iran is the embodiment of everything that's wrong with our dependence on fossil fuels — and it's highlighting just how vital the transition to renewables is.
A Texas jury awarded $1.1B in a child abuse case tied to an oil heir.
The agency said it’s boosting volumes through the renewable fuel standard, in a nod to farmers who grow crops for ethanol.
Just minutes before Donald Trump announced a temporary pause on strikes targeting Iran's energy sites, billions of dollars starting flowing through the oil market.
Clean Energy’s Growing Problem: Restrictive Siting Laws alicia.cypress… Fri, 03/27/2026 - 09:00 Electricity demand is surging across the United States, driven by electrification, rapid data center growth, industrial needs and more. Despite record progress on clean energy deployment in the U.S. last year, there is a critical need to pick up the pace — not only to replace aging infrastructure, but also to account for future load growth. Renewable energy is the cheapest, quickest way to help meet increasing demand. Yet large wind and solar installations that feed into the grid are becoming more difficult to build across the country. Recent clean energy policy rollbacks, new restrictions and heightened scrutiny of wind and solar projects, and tightened federal permitting...
Everyone knows what a hurricane is, but a lesser-known storm type – a medicane – recently made landfall in Libya. While the arrival of Medicane Jolina, a rare Mediterranean cyclone, brought extreme weather, it also provided scientists with a crucial test case.Using different types of data from Earth-observing satellites, researchers are gaining new insights into how these storms form and evolve, and therefore, how their impacts can be predicted more accurately.
This story was originally published by the Guardian and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. As the deadly war in Iran triggers what the International Energy Agency has described as the worst oil crisis in history, climate advocates are calling for a faster shift away from fossil fuels, but the conflict may also hamper that transition. US-Israeli strikes […]
Some oil and gas companies are working to lower climate-warming emissions, even if they aren’t saying much about it.
The disruption comes at a precarious time in the global liquefied natural gas market.
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The government has launched a reforestation initiative in Laikipia's Mukogodo forest even as security agencies prepare to move in to flush out bandits that have for years turned it into their hideout.
Brent crude oil reached $111.41 per barrel Friday morning after two Chinese ships were blocked from passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
Low pressure brings unsettled conditions to southern Europe, and rain and snow to western and central areas Southern Europe has been under a variety of severe weather warnings this week owing to widely unsettled conditions driven by an area of low pressure in the region. This area of low pressure – previously part of the system that brought colder conditions to swathes of the UK earlier this week – moved southwards across Europe through the middle of the week. In doing so, it brought a cold front across western and central parts of Europe, with spells of rain and hill snow across the Alps on Wednesday, followed by snow showers on a brisk north-westerly wind. By Friday morning, accumulations of 20-40cm were expected above 600 metres, and 60-100cm above 1,000 metres in the Swiss Alps. Continue...
India has reduced its fuel duty, lowering the special additional excise duty on petrol to Rs 3 per litre and removing it entirely on diesel. This move comes amid global oil supply disruptions and follows a price hike by Nayara Energy. Crude prices retreated as US-Iran negotiations showed progress.
[SciDev.Net] Climate adaptation finance models have led to measurable results in Benin, Namibia and Ethiopia, AU report finds.
The loss of ice has grave impacts on ecosystems and the people who live in the region. It’s also driving increased interest in new shipping routes and mining opportunities.
Iran is experiencing a dual benefit from rising oil prices, with daily revenue increasing significantly in March. Despite ongoing tensions, crude exports remain near pre-war levels, with activity at Kharg Island terminal picking up. Iran has also blocked ships to aggressor nations via the Strait of Hormuz.
As the world edges closer to breaching key climate thresholds, Caribbean policymakers, scientists and civil society leaders gathered in Saint Lucia this month to coordinate the region’s position ahead of a landmark global meeting on transitioning away from fossil fuels. The two-day convening, held on 2–3 March, brought together civil society representatives and government officials […]
The current conflict in Iran and the Middle East region threatens to disrupt the global energy and agri-food sectors, as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz affects oil and fertilizer exports for farmers during critical harvest seasons. The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) warns that if the war does not come to an immediate […]
Shetland candidates have united to condemn the stark rises in the cost of heating oil but each have different views on how to tackle the crisis.
Iran introduces a toll booth system in the Strait of Hormuz, requiring vessels to submit documentation and pay fees, impacting global oil trade
[SADC] The Southern African Development Community (SADC) Secretariat has convened the Ocean-Climate Briefing Day, a high-level regional initiative designed to strengthen cooperation against escalating climate threats to Southern Africa's oceans.
[The Conversation Africa] South-African born writer and world literature scholar Elleke Boehmer's sixth novel, Ice Shock, is a breathtaking story about two lovers who, soon after they meet, find themselves separated to pursue different career choices in different parts of the world.
The United Nations nuclear watchdog said Thursday it has begun discussions for another localized cease-fire for Ukraine's Russia-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant to allow for urgently needed repairs.
East coast slammed on Thursday night with wind and rain, with more warnings in place for Friday Cyclone Narelle to make landfall today and bring possible flash flooding to Perth Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Thousands of Australians woke without power on Friday after a series of wild autumn storms soaked communities in multiple states – and the high country recorded its first big snowfall of 2026. While many storm watchers kept their eyes on the west and the path of Tropical Cyclone Narelle , Australia’s east coast was slammed on Thursday night, with more warnings in place for Friday. Continue reading...
US president says he is extending deadline to Monday 6 April as he claims Iran has let some tankers through strait of Hormuz as a ‘present’ Analysis: Trump pitches peace plan but military buildups rarely veer to off-ramp An Iranian envoy has said South Korean ships can pass through the strait of Hormuz only after coordinating with Tehran , the Yonhap News Agency has reported. Such an agreement had to be reached in advance of the transit, said Saeed Khuzechi , the Iranian ambassador to South Korea, at a press conference in response to a question about guarantees for South Korean vessels to navigate the vital conduit for oil. Continue reading...
Boot Tan is a women-only ski festival in Colorado, known for its 'naked lap,' but was cancelled this year due to a heatwave that melted the snow and closed the resort early.
2026 Lee Schipper Memorial Scholarship Now Open for Submissions shannon.paton@… Thu, 03/26/2026 - 16:16 Looking for an opportunity to catalyze efficient, sustainable transport? The Lee Schipper Memorial Scholarship wants to help you transform ideas into reality. The Schipper family, WRI Ross Center for Sustainable Cities , Volvo Research and Education Foundations (VREF) and the Kuehne Climate Center are pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2026 Lee Schipper Memorial Scholarship for Sustainable Transport and Energy Efficiency . Jointly provided by VREF, WRI, the Kuehne Climate Center and the Schipper Family, the scholarship will award five extraordinary candidates up to US$12,500 each to advance transformative research...
KUALA LUMPUR - Malaysia’s government will cut subsidised allocations for its most popular fuel from April as it seeks to curb leakages and relieve fiscal pressure from a surge in oil prices owing to the Middle East conflict.
US President Donald Trump claims Iran allowed oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz as a 'gift', amid ongoing tensions. Explore the implications of this strategic move.
[Daily Maverick] Every year South Africa remains dependent on fossil fuels is another year in which distant conflicts, global price shocks and geopolitical instability dictate the cost of bread, transport and electricity.
For the second consecutive year, winter sea ice in the Arctic reached a level that matches the lowest peak observed since satellite monitoring began in 1979. On March 15, Arctic sea ice extent reached 5.52 million square miles (14.29 million square kilometers), very close to the 2025 peak of 5.53 million square miles (14.31 million […]
[This Day] Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has tasked the federal government and Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited to implement the domestic crude supply obligations under the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) by ensuring consistent allocation of more than 300,000 barrels per day of crude oil to local refineries, particularly, Dangote Refinery.
A historic surge in oil prices is exposing the fragility of import-dependent Thailand, compounding pressure on an already weakening currency and raising the risk of capital flight, analysts say.
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Growing climate threats and environmental degradation are pushing young people in Kampala to take personal responsibility and demand stronger climate action. This renewed commitment emerged during a youth climate governance dialogue that brought together international students, media professionals, local leaders, and environmental advocates to simplify climate issues and inspire practical solutions at both individual and community levels.
Iran is reportedly planning to charge ships for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz as its effective blockade of the waterway has pushed oil above $100 a barrel in a historic global energy supply disruption.
Higher blend has been prohibited in warm weather because of concerns it could worsen smog The US Environmental Protection Agency said on Wednesday that it would temporarily allow widespread sales of a higher-ethanol gas blend in a move that it hopes will tamp down consumer prices that have soared since the Iran war began. The higher-ethanol blend has been prohibited in warm weather because of concerns it could worsen smog. Continue reading...
The Sierra Leone-flagged Altura had left Russia's port of Novorossiysk with around 1 million barrels of crude oil.
Authorities said that an industrial site was damaged in the Kirishky district, which is home to the Kirishinefteorgsintez oil refinery.
The Iran war’s oil shock has dramatically increased the security risk for oil-dependent countries, incentivising a turn towards renewable energy. This impact will outlast the war and oil price spikes because the world knows this war will recur. China will be the biggest beneficiary and its exports are likely to do very well this year, offsetting losses from buying higher-priced oil. A fifth of the global supply of oil and liquefied natural gas plus a third of seaborne fertilisers traditionally...
The study details how chemical and fossil fuel companies have followed the tobacco industry's playbook to skirt regulations.
Open access notables Indicators of Global Climate Change 2022: annual update of large-scale indicators of the state of the climate system and human influence , Forster et al., Earth System Science Data We follow methods as close as possible to those used in the IPCC Sixth Assessment Report (AR6) Working Group One (WGI) report. We compile monitoring datasets to produce estimates for key climate indicators related to forcing of the climate system: emissions of greenhouse gases and short-lived climate forcers, greenhouse gas concentrations, radiative forcing, surface temperature changes, the Earth's energy imbalance, warming attributed to human activities, the remaining carbon budget, and estimates of global temperature extremes. The purpose of this effort, grounded in...
Campaigners criticise frequent use of storm overflows when parts of the country were in drought for months Raw sewage was discharged into rivers and seas almost 300,000 times last year after the driest spring for more than 100 years and the sunniest and warmest year on record in England. Water companies released raw sewage into rivers and seas from storm overflows – designed to be used in extreme wet weather conditions – 291,492 times. This was a 35% reduction on record spills in 2024. Average discharges were 20.5 spills for each overflow, compared with 31.8 in the previous year. Continue reading...
The project shows how clean, efficient technology can revitalize buildings. The post A burned-out Detroit house becomes a clean energy model appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
The storm is on track to cross late on Friday in the Shark Bay area and could intensify to category five as it cuts a path past Exmouth, Coral Bay, Denham and Carnarvon towards the coastline.
[Liberian Observer] MONROVIA -- A key environmental approval granted by Liberia's Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to Ivanhoe Atlantic is emerging as more than a routine regulatory step--it may mark the first real test of the country's long-anticipated shift to a multi-user rail system.
OECD says the Middle East war will test the world’s resilience with Australia expected to suffer from higher rates and inflation Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The world economy is on the brink of a major inflationary spike as soaring fuel prices threaten growth in European and Asian nations, the OECD has warned, and local economists are slashing Australia’s growth prospects for this year and the next amid the ongoing US-Israel attack on Iran. The Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development’s latest interim outlook said the US-Israel war on Iran will “test the resilience of the global economy”, and warned of the “significant downside risk” to their forecasts should the oil supply disruptions prove more persistent and push energy prices...
Iran has opened the Strait of Hormuz for friendly nations like India, China, Russia, Iraq, and Pakistan. This comes as UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged an end to the conflict and the reopening of the vital waterway. The Strait of Hormuz is a crucial oil route, and its volatility impacts global energy flows amid regional tensions.
Renewable energy leaders said their industry got “rolled” in President Trump’s tax bill. Now they’re fighting back, starting in Texas.
A 5-year drought, a failed desalination plant, and poor planning may force the city to choose between residents and the oil and gas industry.
True energy independence comes from weaning ourselves from fossil fuels. The post War exposes the energy dominance lie appeared first on High Country News.
Iran has begun charging some commercial vessels up to $2 million per voyage to pass through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, effectively establishing an informal toll on one of the world's most critical energy chokepoints as the US-Iran war disrupts global oil flows and shipping routes.
Two farmers from Northern Ireland and Rwanda share their experiences and build a friendship.
Groups say there is a coordinated national effort to shield the fossil fuel industry from litigation.
The world’s third-highest emitter plans to boost green electricity and decouple economic growth from carbon emissions.
The two sides agreed in principle to cut emissions from the oil and gas sector by 75 percent below 2014 levels by 2035.
Named Coatlicue, after an Aztec deity, it will be used for climate predictions, energy planning and corruption prevention, among other issues.
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has announced that Kenya will incorporate nuclear energy into its power mix as part of an ambitious plan to expand electricity generation capacity from 3,300 megawatts (MW) to 10,000 MW.
Six people have been injured, some with serious burns, in an explosion at a recycling yard in northern Hong Kong, with more than 100 people on a school trip nearby evacuated. A police spokesman said that as of 1pm on Thursday, three people with injuries had been sent to Prince of Wales Hospital in Sha Tin and another three to Alice Ho Miu Ling Nethersole Hospital in Tai Po. Those sent to the Tai Po hospital included a 44-year-old woman, believed to be the operator of the yard, who suffered burns...
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2026, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE06846K, Paper Nan Li, Yixiang He, Jiacheng Zhu, Xiaofang Wang, Yifan Chen, Yusi Yang, Linlin Wang, Xiaogang Niu, Xiao Ji, Xuefeng Wang, Qianfan Zhang, Yujie Zhu Potassium-ion batteries (PIBs) hold great promise as low-cost and sustainable alternatives to lithium-ion batteries, yet their practical deployment is hindered by rapid capacity decay driven by irreversible potassium loss and... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
The Trans Mountain oil pipeline system is expected to operate at full capacity in April and into May as a result of energy disruptions in the Middle East.
Larry Fink, BlackRock’s CEO, warns that Iran’s ongoing threats could push oil to $150 a barrel, risking a deep global recession. Even post-ceasefire, regional instability around the Strait of Hormuz may keep prices elevated for years. He stresses the regressive impact on consumers and urges accelerated investment in alternative energy to shield economies from prolonged energy shocks.
The media regulator originally decided not to investigate complaints over remarks about climate change on two programmes aired by TV channel Talk last year.
LONDON - Traders bet half a billion dollars on the price of crude only 15 minutes before US President Donald Trump announced a five-day delay to attacks on Iranian energy infrastructure that sent the market plunging, exchange data and Reuters calculations show.
This animation looks beneath the ocean surface to reveal the oceanic processes that led to the 1997/98 El Nino. Credit: Stuart Ramsden (NCI)
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2026, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D6EE00760K, Review Article Saisai Qiu, Haolin Zhu, Jia Xie, Shijie Cheng Anode-free sodium metal batteries (AFSBs) offer a compelling route toward high-energy and sustainable electrochemical storage by eliminating excess sodium and inactive anode hosts. Yet their practical viability is fundamentally limited... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
The Kremlin talks followed the signing this week of an agreement for Russia to help build a nuclear power plant in Vietnam.
[The Point] Food crisis in Africa stems from a complex interplay of climatic, socio-political, and economic factors. Climate change is a significant driver, causing extreme weather events such as droughts and floods that disrupt agricultural activities.
[Ghanaian Times] The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, and Acting Minister for Environment, Science and Technology, Mr Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has officially launched the second edition of the Tree for Life Reforestation Initiative, declaring that Ghana's forests must become central to the country's economic transformation.
Forecasters have revealed the first predictions for the 2026 hurricane season and warn that several storms could directly impact the US East Coast.
A North Sea-focused oil and gas heavyweight has highlighted the value of fields in the area as countries grapple with the fallout from the Iran war
Sir Keir Starmer has been accused of bailing out those on benefits by Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch, as she claimed he is at fault for rising energy costs
Man's best friend has been in Britain for more than 14,300 years, according to a new study - and were loyal companions to Ice Age hunters.
US, top carbon emitter in history, has ‘a lot of responsibility’ for causing ‘substantial’ harm globally, scientist says The US has caused an eye-watering $10tn in global damages to the world over the past three decades through its vast planet-heating emissions , with a quarter of this economic pain inflicted upon itself, new research has found. By being the largest carbon emitter in history, the US has caused greater harm to worldwide economic growth than any other country, ahead of China, now the world’s largest emitter that is responsible for $9tn in GDP damage since 1990, according to the findings of the paper. Continue reading...
Households in areas with available piped natural gas (PNG) infrastructure must switch from LPG within three months or face supply cessation. This new policy, aimed at enhancing energy security and diversifying fuel sources amidst global disruptions, streamlines pipeline approvals and encourages a transition to PNG for continuous supply. Exceptions exist for technically infeasible connections.
A long-running experiment in Colorado provides an ‘alarming’ view of how rapidly unchecked global heating could transform fragile ecosystems Every summer, people descend on the wildflower capital of Colorado to see grasslands flush with corn lilies, aspen sunflowers and sub-alpine larkspur. In January 1991, scientists set up a unique experiment in these Rocky Mountain meadows. It was one of the first (and longest running) to work out how the changing climate would affect an ecosystem. At the time, it was believed a temperature increase could lead to longer, lusher grasses. But instead of flourishing, the grasses and wildflowers started to disappear, replaced by sage brush. The experimental meadows morphed into a desert-like scrubland. Even the fungi in the soils were transformed by heat...
Young health-care providers at Havana’s Cardiology Institute describe a double-whammy of desperation in their work and private lives. They're anxious about what the future holds since a U.S. oil embargo in January led to dramatic fuel shortages in Cuba, along with soaring food prices and nationwide power outages.
Environmental organization Oceana accused Mexico of an opaque response to an oil spill that has affected at least 390 miles of Gulf coastline.
Iran conflict could see shortages not just in fuel, but fertiliser and fossil fuel resins – used to make milk bottles Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Farmers say Australian consumers could pay more for everyday staples for the next year at least as a result of the US-Israel war on Iran. But the CEO of dairy farmer cooperative Norco, Michael Hampson, says a six to 12 month disruption to food supply is likely a best-case scenario, depending on the strait of Hormuz reopening soon and global petrochemical supply chains beginning to stabilise. Continue reading...
The Middle East crisis is severely impacting Pakistan's already fragile economy, triggering soaring oil and LNG prices. This energy shock is fueling inflation, raising travel costs, and straining household budgets. Experts warn of deepening vulnerabilities, with potential collapse if the conflict escalates and reserves dwindle, disproportionately affecting the poor.
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The death toll from ongoing floods across the country has risen to 88 as torrential rains continue to batter several parts of the country, the National Police Service (NPS) said on Wednesday.
Authorities said firefighters were battling a blaze at the Baltic Sea port, which can handle around 700,000 barrels of oil exports per day.
[U.S. Embassy Nairobi] The United States joined international partners and African leaders in Nairobi for the 2026 International Conference on Nuclear Energy (ICoNE), underscoring our shared commitment to advancing the safe, secure, and responsible use of nuclear technology. The conference was jointly funded by the U.S. Foundational Infrastructure for Responsible Use of Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Technology (FIRST) program, Kenya's Nuclear Power and Energy Agency, and the OECD Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA).
The US is recklessly spreading economic havoc among global friends and foes while suffering little harm itself To shield ordinary Indians from the war in Iran, the government in Delhi redirected supplies of liquefied gas to Indian families, for which it is the main cooking fuel, limiting supplies to the plastics industry. The Nepalese government rationed gas and the Philippines trimmed the government workweek to four days. Bangladesh closed universities and rationed fuel. They have been hardest hit by Iran’s closure of the strait of Hormuz . Economies in Asia import over a third of the energy they consume, on average. Korea imports four-fifths; Japan nine-tenths; Thailand 55%. Most of this comes from the Gulf. About 80% of oil and oil products transiting through the strait in 2025...
SHIBUSHI — Billions of dirty diapers end up buried or burned every year in Japan -- more from seniors than babies -- but a recycling breakthrough has given them a new lease of life, one hot mess at a time.
Wildfires that swept across the Amazon in 2024 were the most devastating in more than two decades. New research funded by the European Space Agency (ESA) suggests emissions may have been up to three times higher than earlier estimates.
Markets in Asia and Europe move higher after Iran says it will permit ‘non-hostile’ ships through strait of Hormuz Business live – latest updates The price of oil has dipped and Asian and European stock markets have moved higher after reports that Donald Trump has sent a 15-point framework for peace to Iran, amid hopes of a ceasefire in the Middle East. Positive sentiment may also have been boosted by reports that Iran had announced it was permitting “non-hostile” ships to pass safely through the strait of Hormuz, in a move that could help to reopen the vital shipping lane. Continue reading...
If one were to travel to central China, in what is now Hubei province, 4,500 years ago, they might have been fortunate enough to discover a vibrant civilisation characterised by palaces, advanced engineering, and luxuries such as jade. However, in the generations that followed, this culture gradually declined, with its people dispersing across the region. Until now, the reasons behind the collapse of such a thriving civilisation were not well understood. A group of scientists now believe that...
Fuel stocks at same level as when US and Israel launched their war on Iran a month ago, energy minister says Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The federal government is preparing for scenarios where global oil prices spike above US$120 a barrel, as diesel prices nationwide go past $3 a litre and the prime minister, Anthony Albanese, plans another national cabinet meeting to plan petrol supply. The treasurer, Jim Chalmers, said one option under consideration was expanding ethanol mandates across the country, after Guardian Australia revealed the government was analysing increasing the biofuel’s supply . Continue reading...
Oil prices tumbled over 5% as a US proposal for a 15-point plan to Iran, aiming for a ceasefire and ending conflict, sparked hopes of easing supply disruptions. While Washington suggests negotiations are underway, Tehran denies direct talks. Despite diplomatic signals, regional military actions persist, keeping supply concerns over the Strait of Hormuz alive.
For the eighth consecutive year, New Delhi has been named the most polluted capital in the world, with hazardous PM2.5 levels exceeding the WHO's safe threshold by an alarming 16.4 times. Although there has been a slight uplift since 2024, factors such as seasonal smog, dust storms, and agricultural burning continue to shroud the Indo-Gangetic plain in poor air quality.
Explore how Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's call for US intervention in Iran could alter Middle East stability, impact global oil prices, and reshape international relations. Discover the potential consequences on energy costs.
[Capital FM] As regulators prepare to rule on the future of a global aviation climate program, a growing number of experts and project developers are warning that the outcome could determine whether the system succeeds collapses.
February annual rate in line with analysts’ expectations but outlook has shifted because of effects of conflict The UK inflation rate was unchanged at 3% in February, before Donald Trump’s Iran war drove up global energy costs, threatening a renewed price jump. Official figures showed the consumer prices index (CPI) remained at 3%, in line with economists’ expectations but still well above the government’s 2% target. Continue reading...
Storm is not likely to make a direct hit on Perth, though the city may experience heavy rainfall on Friday and Saturday Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Tropical Cyclone Narelle was again intensifying into a severe storm off Western Australia’s Kimberley coast on Wednesday with communities in the state’s world heritage-listed Shark Bay preparing for a potential direct hit on Friday night. Narelle had made a rare trip for a cyclone system by forming in the Coral Sea off Queensland and maintaining structure all the way west to the Indian Ocean, where it was expected to build into a major category four system. Continue reading...
Fatih Birol said that there was 'still a significant amount of oil in our stocks'.
The court appeared likely to uphold federal regulators' approval for the CP2 liquefied natural gas project.
Congress could always pass a law more explicitly ordering EPA to regulate greenhouse gases, he said, though the chances of that happening are slim.
The deal outlines plans to build two Russian-designed reactors with a combined capacity of 2,400 megawatts.
State legislation would assess insurance policies covering fossil fuel infrastructure and fund projects to improve climate resilience.
I had to deal with energy shock in Germany after Putin invaded Ukraine. The solution now is the same: buy ourselves out of the fossil fuels trap Yes, there are big differences between the war of aggression that Russia has now been waging against Ukraine for four years and the war the US and Israel launched against Iran. The biggest difference: the US is still a democracy. Even a president who considers himself all-powerful is not. From scathing press coverage to anger over high oil prices, fear of the midterm elections and – the capitalist form of democracy – falling stock prices, what people think makes a difference. That is why the US president is occasionally forced to change his mind. That is not the case in Russia. Vladimir Putin had a clear plan: Russia wanted to occupy the whole...
[The Conversation Africa] Over the last two decades, economic losses from extreme weather (such as the damage caused by floods, mudslides and drought) has amounted to trillions of dollars.
Though oil and gas industry executives at CERAWeek, a global energy conference in Houston, welcomed Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson’s enthusiasm, they still say they want to see considerable action before they can be sure Canada's federal government is serious about changing the country’s reputation as being reluctant to expand the energy sector, especially oil and natural gas.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. of the Philippines has declared a national energy emergency over the threat posed by the U.S.-Israel war with Iran to its supply of oil and its energy security.
President’s declaration allows officials to tackle fuel hoarding or profiteering, while energy secretary says country will lean more heavily on coal Middle East crisis – live updates Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos has declared a state of “national energy emergency” as a result of the Middle East war , which his administration said posed “an imminent danger of a critically low energy supply”. The state of emergency, which will initially last for a year, was declared just hours after the country’s energy secretary said the Philippines planned to boost the output of its coal-fired power plants to keep electricity costs down as the war wreaks havoc with gas shipments. Continue reading...
The Philippines has declared a national energy emergency due to escalating Middle East conflict, fearing imminent danger to fuel supplies. President Marcos Jr. warned of potential flight groundings and industry rationing. The government is empowered to enforce conservation, fast-track procurement, and provide commuter relief. This move highlights the nation's vulnerability to global oil disruptions.
A newly mapped coral colony stretches longer than a football pitch.
Follow updates live Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The government has announced the federal and Queensland governments will each chip in $1bn to Rio Tinto’s Boyne aluminium smelter in central Queensland, to keep it viable into the future. The government says the move, which will include Rio “underwriting significant investment in energy and transmission”, will unlock almost $7.5bn in investment in Queensland. With a considerable public investment, we are catalysing a fourfold private investment that will build out the renewable energy grid and keep thousands of good regional jobs in central Queensland. Continue reading...
Gulf exporters are scrambling to bypass the Strait of Hormuz after Iran choked off most of the maritime traffic in one of the world’s most critical energy corridors. Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates rushed to divert exports through overland pipelines; officials warned that even naval escorts could not guarantee safe passage. About a fifth of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) trade passed through this narrow waterway. The immediate shock was felt in the Gulf. The strategic...
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2026, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE07501G, Review Article Xin Li, Jingyun Tian, Panpan Li, Huazhang Zhao, Bingjun Xu, Zishuai Bill Zhang Electrochemical CO2 conversion is approaching industrially relevant performance, yet its practical deployment is constrained by insufficient stability under realistic operating conditions. We reframe stability as a dynamic, system-wide property rather... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
EU Commission energy spokeswoman Anna-Kaisa Itkonen said a new date to unveil the proposed ban has not yet been determined, but stressed that Brussels remains “committed to making this proposal.”
A partial government shutdown has led to travel chaos across the US, with travelers facing excruciatingly long wait times and ICE agents at TSA checkpoints.
A viral video shows an electric bus charging via a diesel generator, raising questions about the environmental benefits of EVs when their power source isn't clean. This highlights a critical gap in charging infrastructure and the need for renewable energy to make electric mobility truly sustainable.
[Daily Trust] The Chairman of the Abaji Area Council of the FCT, Alhaji Abubakar Umar Abdullahi, has disclosed that arrangements have been concluded to transition from the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) to solar power across the council.
Advocates say Lee Zeldin’s EPA has rolled back protections and cut staff and funding, putting health at risk Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inbox More than 160 environmental and public health organizations on Tuesday called for Lee Zeldin, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) administrator, to resign or be fired. “No [EPA] administrator in history – Democratic or Republican – has so brazenly betrayed the agency’s core mission,” the groups wrote in an open letter . “EPA’s foremost purpose is to protect human health and the environment. With Administrator Lee Zeldin at the helm, EPA has abandoned its mission, creating damage that will take decades to address.” Continue reading...
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