Keywords: Energy


France sets new electricity export record in first half of 2026

France has recorded its highest-ever electricity exports for the first six months of a year, reinforcing its position as one of Europe's leading suppliers of low-carbon power and highlighting the competitiveness of its electricity generation fleet. According to figures released by RTE, the country's......

Nayara Energy gasoline reaches Russia as fuel supply pressures intensify

Gasoline refined by India's Nayara Energy has been supplied to Russia through international trading firms, according to sources familiar with the transactions, highlighting a new development in energy trade as Moscow works to address fuel supply disruptions linked to damage to its energy infrastructure. The......

Hengli Petrochemical cuts Output and cancels crude imports amid supply shift, sources say

China’s refining giant Hengli Petrochemical has significantly reduced its refining activity after cancelling large volumes of crude oil purchases from West Africa and the Middle East, according to sources familiar with the matter. The decision reportedly affects at least 6 million barrels of crude,......

Kyrgyzstan seeks regional fuel support as Russian supply constraints raise concerns

Kyrgyzstan has appealed to several neighboring countries for assistance in securing fuel supplies as concerns grow over potential disruptions linked to shortages in Russia, the country's primary fuel supplier. The move reflects increasing pressure on regional energy markets as Russian refining capacity......

Global carbon emissions rise 1.1% in 2025 as U.S. drives increase

Global carbon dioxide emissions from the energy sector increased by 1.1% in 2025, highlighting the ongoing challenges facing the global energy transition despite continued investment in renewable energy and low-carbon technologies. According to a joint report released by the Energy Institute, Ember,......

Heatwaves challenge AI infrastructure as data centers face growing climate risks

As extreme heat becomes more frequent across Europe and other parts of the world, the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence is bringing a new challenge into focus: protecting the data centers that power the AI revolution. Industry experts warn that climate change is becoming a major operational......

Rising Heatwaves Reshape Global Electricity Demand and Strain Energy Systems

Rising global temperatures and increasingly frequent heatwaves are expected to significantly reshape electricity demand worldwide, placing growing pressure on power systems, according to warnings from major financial institutions. Experts highlight that the surge in extreme heat is directly increasing......

Myanmar moves to revive $3.6 billion China-backed Myitsone Dam project

Myanmar's government is preparing to revive the long-delayed Myitsone hydropower project, a $3.6 billion dam backed by China that has remained one of the country's most controversial infrastructure developments for more than a decade. According to sources familiar with government discussions,......

Energy costs threaten the competitiveness of Europe’s chemical industry

Europe’s chemical industry is facing mounting pressure as persistently high energy prices continue to erode its competitiveness in global markets. Industry leaders warn that without decisive action to improve the business environment, energy-intensive manufacturers could increasingly relocate production......