Thursday, January 8, 2026

Energy Policies News

US Sues Two California Cities over Limitations on Gas in New Buildings

On Monday, the Trump administration filed a lawsuit against two Californian cities to stop 'local laws that restrict natural-gas infrastructure and appliances in new construction.

US EPA anticipates finalizing biofuel regulations in the first quarter of 2026

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is expected to finalize the 2026 and 2027 mandates for biofuel blends in 2026, 2027, and 2028, which were originally expected…

Energy Transition' Future: Fractured, Bumpy and Long

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As COP30 kicks off its second week in Brazil, much has changed since the landmark Paris climate agreement was penned 10 years ago.The spirit of cooperation that once…

IEA Predicts World Oil, Gas Demand Could Grow Until 2050

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Global oil and gas demand could grow until 2050, the International Energy Agency said on Wednesday, departing from previous expectations of a speedy transition to cleaner fuels following U.S.

Newsom assures California's climate'reliable partners' at the COP30 summit in Brazil

California Governor Gavin Newsom arrived in Belem, an Amazonian city, with a message to the COP30 Summit: despite Washington's abandonment the state will remain a "reliable"…

The new Japanese Prime Minister's energy policies puts nuclear power at the heart of their policy

Sanae Takaichi, the new Japanese prime minister, is expected to press for a rapid revival of nuclear energy to combat inflation, which has been a major source of discontent amongst the public.

New Japan PM's energy policies focuses on nuclear power

Sanae Takaichi, the new Japanese prime minister, is expected to press for a rapid revival of nuclear energy to combat inflation, which has been a major source of discontent amongst the public.

Assam, India scraps its clean energy policy and threatens renewable investment

According to sources familiar with the issue, India's northeastern Assam state has withdrawn its flagship policy on clean energy announced in February. This decision…

Trump's energy pivot accelerates US mergers and asset sales of solar, wind power

Analysts and industry insiders say that the Trump administration's retreat from renewables has prompted consolidations and asset sales by smaller U.S. wind and solar power companies…

Brazil environmental agency approves Petrobras emergency drill results in Foz do Amazonas

Documents seen by revealed that Petrobras passed the emergency response test set by environmental regulators for the Foz do Amazonas Basin on Wednesday. This marks a…

The IEA reports that the decline rates of global oil and gas fields are increasing.

International Energy Agency reported on Tuesday that the natural rate of decline for oil and gas production is increasing, due to a greater reliance on deep-ocean and shale resources.

US cancels 24 clean-energy projects, including Exxon Baytown

Energy Department announced on Friday that the U.S. had canceled 24 awards totaling more than $3.7billion, including one to Exxon's refinery complex in Texas. The award…

IMF: AI's economic benefits will likely outweigh its emissions costs

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said that the benefits of artificial intelligence would boost global production by 0.5% per year between 2025-2030, and outweigh…

Colombia considers long-term contracts for gas imports to cover the deficit and lower prices

Edwin Palma, Minister of Mines and Energy in Colombia, said that the government may sign long-term contracts for gas imports to help cover its energy shortage and reduce prices.

Texas oil and gas upstream jobs increase in February, says industry group

The Texas Independent Producers and Royalty Owners Association, or TIPRO, announced on Friday that upstream oil companies increased hiring in February. This is the second consecutive month of growth.

Trump's Energy dominance aims to attract more global companies to the US

Executives said that the market upheaval caused by U.S. president Donald Trump's protectionist policies on trade has not dampened interest from foreign investors in the U.S. Energy Industry.

UAE's ADNOC CEO pledges US gas investment

ADNOC's international investment arm will begin investing in U.S. Natural Gas in the next few months, according to ADNOC CEO Sultan Al Jaber. The UAE is a part of OPEC+…

UAE's ADNOC CEO pledges US gas investment

ADNOC's investment arm will begin investing in U.S. Natural Gas in the next few months, according to ADNOC CEO Sultan Al Jaber. The UAE is a part of OPEC+ and one of world's largest oil producers.

Report: Solar power will account for 84% of the new US electricity added in 2024.

A report released on Tuesday stated that solar energy contributed 84% of the new electricity generation capacity to the U.S. grid in the past year. However, the industry…

Venture Global rises after brokerages begin coverage with bullish rating

Venture Global shares reached a weekly peak on February 18th, after several brokerages began coverage of the company with bullish ratings despite its dull market debut in January.