Opinion: Father Christmas doesn’t exist. The political right should know this
Brussels is already warming up for European elections that will take place on 6–9 June 2024. Centre-right and far-right parties …
Most UK workers will see no major impacts from energy transition – CCC
The UK’s net-zero drive could create hundreds of thousands of new jobs, but this will require active reskilling and upskilling …
Top ten countries currently developing the most oil and gas fields
When the International Energy Agency (IEA) published its Net Zero by 2050 analysis in 2021, it became clear just how …
Opinion: Europe’s energy crisis is not over
Last week, the European Commission took a well-deserved victory lap around Brussels on the occasion of the one-year anniversary of …
Plugging the CCUS gap: From early-stage incentives to delivery at scale
CCUS projects can typically achieve more than 90% capture efficiency, meaning that facilities such as power plants, chemical plants, and …
First-ever certification for sustainable Bitcoin mining
A standardised energy measurement system for sustainable Bitcoin mining has been launched by Energy Web, an independent non-profit dedicated to …
Carbon markets forecast to weather short-term price dips
Despite forecasting near-term declines in carbon prices in the face of political and macroeconomic uncertainty, carbon market participants are optimistic …
Is the tide turning for Australia’s fossil fuel exports?
In the 2022–2023 financial year, Australia is forecast to earn A$464bn ($302bn) from resource and energy exports, according to the …
Half of EU has no mandatory energy-saving measures for next winter – EEB
Despite the ongoing energy crisis, only half of EU member states have mandatory energy-saving measures in place for next winter, …
Opinion: It’s time for California to decide the future of its floating offshore wind industry
California’s political leaders want the state to lead the world in floating offshore wind power. Legislation signed by Governor Gavin …
The role of insurance in balancing public interest with energy security and transition
On February 24, 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine, escalating the Russo-Ukrainian war. Areas of Europe lost access to Russian gas due …
Renewable hydrogen: Decarbonisation is a “fundamental transition” requiring long-term planning
To combat climate change and mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, the power sector is moving towards global decarbonisation, reducing dependency on …
Unearthing potential in Kazakhstan: meeting demand for copper and key minerals
For many key minerals, there is currently a lack of supply chain diversity. Investment plans for mine production of resources …
How can miners determine the best mix of water-energy usage for their unique constraints?
“Many of the world’s largest copper deposits are in the driest regions on earth. This triggers complex and competing demands, …
Finnish and Austrian companies to build Europe’s biggest biocoal plant
Finland’s Joensuu Biocoal Oy has partnered with Austrian engineering companies ANDRITZ and POLYTECHNIK in its bid to build the largest …