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Ukraine plans ambitious EV infrastructure despite war and energy crisis

21 August 2024

Ukraine has ambitious plans to roll out EV infrastructure despite the fact that Russia has destroyed half its power stations, and the country is suffering from rolling blackouts.

Tomatogeddon arrives

21 August 2024

Kraft Heinz, known for its ketchup, is pouring millions of dollars into researching tomatoes that can withstand the climate crisis.

If Russian gas transit through Sudzha stops, who are the winners and losers?

21 August 2024

Russia generates approximately $11bn annually from exporting oil and gas through Ukraine, while Ukraine earns only $1bn from transit fees, according to Serhiy Makogon, former Director of the Ukrainian Gas Transmission System (GTS) Operator.

Poland's Orlen strikes one-year oil supply deal with BP

20 August 2024

BP supplies are set to cover 15% of the annual demand of the entire Orlen group.

Croatian authorities halt hydropower plant construction on Una river

20 August 2024

Decision follows weeks of protests against construction of hydropower plant that raised concerns about water supply disruptions and potential environmental impact.

China rolls out a raft of new green energy laws and projects to cement its global lead in the green transition

19 August 2024

China rolled out a tidal wave of new legislation and action plans to bolster its drive to switch from fossil fuels to green energy, as early indicators suggest it has reached peak emissions six years early.

China’s move to restrict “bullet material” antimony exports to boost Tajikistan, Turkey and Myanmar

18 August 2024

Move explained by Beijing as a national security issue set to push up prices for critical mineral to new highs.

IMF: Carbon emissions from AI and crypto are surging and tax policy can help

16 August 2024

What do crypto assets and artificial intelligence have in common? Both are power hungry and that is increasing emissions.

West Asia swelters in record-breaking heatwave as mega pilgrimage begins

15 August 2024

The Middle East is grappling with a heatwave of unprecedented intensity as temperatures in Iraq and Iran soar to nearly 50°C (122°F), causing a series of electricity failures across the region.