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Montenegro to probe wind farm deal linked to murdered Maltese journalist
Offshore company investigated by Caruana Galizia prior to her murder was reportedly involved in the Mozura wing park deal.
IHS Markit: Jove Marine drilling project could confirm Gabon’s offshore pre-salt potential
The outcome of a drilling project at the Jove Marine section of Block F13 offshore Gabon could provide help confirm the potential of pre-salt areas within the deepwater sections of the Lower Congo basin, according to IHS Markit.
Impasse could collapse nuclear deal talks next week
Europe claims Iran has walked back diplomatic progress. US says Tehran has no “constructive proposals”. Iran insists its demands are in line with the 2015 agreement.
Russian petrochemical giant Sibur strengthens ESG targets
Sibur, one of the world’s largest petrochemical companies, has set more ambitious ESG targets over the next five years, including in recycling, low-carbon products and energy use.
New American company seeks to realise Trans-Caspian pipe dream
The new proposal’s modest scope, and new diplomatic developments, could finally make the pipeline feasible.
Eco (Atlantic) Oil & Gas touts prospects for light oil find at Orinduik
UK-based Eco (Atlantic) Oil & Gas is optimistic about the prospects for a major discovery at the Orinduik block offshore Guyana, noting that the eastern section of the site is very close to ExxonMobil's Liza oilfield.
AsiaElec: China unveils initial methane emissions control plans
China has said it will examine how to control methane emissions in major sectors of the economy as it builds on its COP26 promises to limit methane.
1.5°C remains elusive
EU challenges China’s Belt and Road with €300bn Global Gateway
Bloc’s giant investment offer may appeal to countries worried by Chinese “debt-trap diplomacy”. Beijing warns against geopoliticising infrastructure.
Russia's $6.5 trillion decarbonising plan will launch next year
Russia is revving up to launch a four-decade-long, RUB89 trillion ($1.2 trillion) investment campaign to reduce carbon emissions by 60% before 2050 from 2019 levels.
REM: Brazil is making strides in wind power
Brazil is already the world’s seventh ranked country globally for wind power projects – and it is making even more strides to increase its installed capacity.
Nigeria faces obstacles to removal of PMS subsidy
Abuja’s plan to eliminate gasoline price supports has drawn criticism from labour groups and questions from legislators and business leaders.
Montenegro’s biggest industrial plant KAP to halt production amid surging electricity prices
Montenegrin power company EPCG plans to hike the price it charges for electricity from January in line with rising prices on international markets.
COMMENT: Russia coal mine explosion also highlights environmental tragedy
A methane explosion killed 52 people at a coal mine in Siberia on November 25 – the worst accident in a decade. But coal mine methane has a profound impact on the environment too. But fixing the problem could generate hundreds of millions of dollars.
Kenya dismisses rumours on LAPSSET land acquisition, says surveys will begin soon
Kenya’s government is seeking to deny reports that it has already begun the process of land acquisition in Turkana County for the Lokichar-Lamu Crude Oil Pipeline (LLCOP) project, a component of the LAPSSET initiative.
Turkmenistan: Door to Hell slammed shut
As hopes for an Afghanistan gas pipeline fade again, there is more upbeat news to the west.
Loan guarantee for Bosnia’s Tuzla 7 coal plant confirmed as illegal
Further blow for Bosnian Federation's plans to update coal-fired power plant with Chinese loan after US supplier GE pulled out in June.
AfrElec: Cote d’Ivoire signs power supply agreement with Guinea
NorthAmOil: Canadian regulator rejects Enbridge’s Mainline contracting plan
The Canada Energy Regulator (CER) has rejected Enbridge’s proposal to change how it allocates capacity on its Mainline system.
MEOG: Major field development plans
LatAmOil: Eco hopes for light oil find at Orinduik
UK-based Eco (Atlantic) Oil & Gas is optimistic about the prospects for a major discovery at the Orinduik block offshore Guyana, noting that the eastern section of the site is very close to ExxonMobil's Liza oilfield.
GLNG: McDermott reports completion of net-zero LNG construction study for Shell
McDermott International said this week that it had recently completed a study for Shell Global Solutions International, aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions during the construction of LNG projects.
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