Millions of dollars in heating assistance for Americans who are at risk because of the shutdown
The government shutdown could cause millions of Americans to have difficulty accessing funding for their home heating as early as next month, said lawmakers and non-profit groups on Wednesday. In its 29th day of shutdown, the U.S. Department…
Due to the shutdown, Americans are at risk of losing millions in heating assistance.
The government shutdown could make it difficult for millions of Americans to access funds for heating their homes as early as next month, according to lawmakers and nonprofit organizations from both parties. In its 29th day of the shutdown, the U.S.
US sanctions Russian oil companies Rosneft, Lukoil
As his frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin grows over the war, U.S. president Donald Trump imposed sanctions against Russia on Wednesday for the first times in his second term. He targeted oil companies Lukoil & Rosneft. The U.S.
The rising tungsten price is a major concern for oil drillers.
U.S. shale drilling companies are paying higher prices for tungsten. This rare metal is used in industrial tools such as drillbits. Chinese export controls have slowed down the supply of tungsten. This threatens President Donald Trump's plans to increase America's fossil-fuel production.
The rising tungsten price is a major concern for oil drillers.
U.S. shale drilling companies are paying higher prices for tungsten. This rare metal is used in industrial tools such as drill bits. Chinese export controls have slowed down the supply of tungsten. This threatens President Donald Trump's plans to increase America's fossil-fuel production.
US to cancel 13 billion dollars in green energy funds
On Wednesday, the U.S. Department of Energy announced that it would cancel over $13 billion of funds pledged by the Biden Administration to subsidize solar, wind, batteries, and electric vehicles. The funds that were targeted weren't immediately apparent.
Democratic Senators: Trump administration gives China a 'free-pass' on Russian LNG
Democratic U.S. Senators called on Trump officials to resume targeted sanctions against Russian energy supplies on Friday, claiming that the administration allows China to purchase shipments of Russia’s liquefied gas which supports the war in Ukraine.
US Energy Secretary downplays climate risk as Washington seeks EU Gas Deals
Chris Wright, the U.S. Energy secretary, downplayed climate change risks on Thursday as he promoted Washington’s return to a “commonsense policy” while the Trump Administration worked to increase oil and gas exports to Europe and other allied countries.
US and Russian officials discussed the latest Ukraine peace talks alongside energy deals
Five sources familiar with these talks claim that U.S. officials and Russian government officials discussed energy deals in parallel to negotiations to achieve peace in Ukraine this month. They said that these deals were presented as incentives for the Kremlin…
The global investment in fusion power has increased the most since 2022
An industry group reported that global fusion energy investments grew by $2.64 Billion in the past year, since July last year, in its annual industry survey, released on Monday. However, companies surveyed said they still need more money to make the industry commercial.
Clean-energy supporters blast US budget as a setback
Clean energy advocates decried Thursday the House of Representatives' final passage of the President Donald Trump tax cut bill as a reverse in the energy transition. Meanwhile, fossil fuel interests celebrated. The bill now goes to Trump's desk. Trump is expected sign the bill on Friday.
Trump's budget bill increases fossil fuels and hits renewable energy
The U.S. Senate approved a budget bill on Tuesday, and now the House of Representatives will debate it for final approval. This would slow down the development of solar and wind power, eliminate climate funding, and increase oil, gas, and coal production.
Senate bill still deals a big blow to renewables despite last-minute amendments
Industry advocates and legislators said that the massive U.S. Senate budget bill passed on Tuesday would make it more difficult to develop solar and wind energy projects despite the removal some controversial provisions. After last-minute…
EU countries are considering a softening of the methane emission law for gas imports
According to a document obtained by, European Union countries could demand that Brussels simplifies the EU's law on methane emissions, which has raised concerns among companies that it may hinder imports of U.S. liquid natural gas. The…
CEO Seeking to Build Philadelphia LNG Terminal Meets with White House
The CEO of a company seeking to build a liquefied natural gas terminal near Philadelphia told Reuters on Wednesday he met officials at the White House this week to "provide intelligence" about the project in the works for years despite…
The White House meets with the CEO of a company seeking to build a Pennsylvania LNG terminal
The CEO of the company that wants to build a terminal for liquefied gas near Philadelphia said on Wednesday that he had met with officials at the White House in this week to provide "intelligence" about the project, which has been in the works despite local resistance.
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 was made during former president Joe Biden’s administration. Donald…
Republican US lawmakers support IRA energy tax credit
Republican U.S. legislators sent a letter on Thursday to the chair of the House Ways and Means Committee expressing their support for the tax credits that were boosted by former president Joe Biden's Inflation Reduction Act. This legislation was not voted for by Republicans.
The world's strongest magnet is used in the global nuclear fusion project
The world's strongest magnet is now ready for assembly as part of a much-delayed project that involves more than 30 countries. This project, which has been delayed by many years, is a crucial component in efforts to produce clean energy through smashing atoms at high temperatures.
US wants to increase offshore oil drilling through easing of pressure rules
The U.S. Interior Department announced on Thursday that it had implemented new guidelines regarding pressure differentials allowed in certain types of oil drilling, in part of Gulf of Mexico. The department expects the changes to boost U.S. output of oil.