Articles about Energy

The Trump administration has exempted new nuclear reactors from environmental review, a move that has sparked widespread criticism from environmental groups and lawmakers. The decision, which was made under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), is expected to speed up the development of new ...

The Ukrainian energy company, DTEK, has confirmed that a Russian missile strike hit one of its coal mines in the eastern region of Ukraine, resulting in the deaths of twelve miners. The attack has sparked widespread condemnation from international leaders, who are calling for an immediate ceasefire ...

The Trump administration is weighing a drastic measure to counter China's growing influence in the Western Hemisphere: a naval blockade to halt oil imports from Cuba. According to a recent report by Politico, the administration is exploring this option as part of a broader strategy to limit Beijing'...

The Japanese government has given the green light for the restart of the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power plant, the world's largest nuclear facility, in the Niigata prefecture. The plant, operated by Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings (TEPCO), has been shut down for nearly a decade due to mainte...

Former President Donald Trump's campaign pledge to drastically reduce energy bills for American households remains a contentious topic, with the Biden administration evaluating the progress made under his policies. Trump's promise, which was central to his 2016 presidential campaign, aimed to make t...

The Vineyard Wind project, a massive offshore wind farm located off the coast of Massachusetts, has been at the center of a long-standing controversy. In 2020, the Trump administration suspended the project, citing concerns over the potential impact on marine life. However, the Biden administration ...

Mark Carney, the former Governor of the Bank of England, has been instrumental in fostering closer ties between Canada and China. His efforts have paid off, as both nations have agreed to a landmark energy pact that is expected to drive economic growth and cooperation. Key Provisions of the Energy P...

The U.S. government's decision to sell Venezuelan oil is a major departure from its previous stance on the country. In recent years, the U.S. had imposed strict sanctions on Venezuela in an effort to pressure the government to address its human rights abuses and economic woes. However, with the rise...

Ministers in the UK government have expressed confidence in their ability to block shadow fleet tankers from transporting oil to the country. These tankers, which are often registered in countries with lax maritime laws, have been transporting oil from Russia since the invasion of Ukraine. The UK's ...