Hungary and Slovakia are in a heated clash with Ukraine over a new ban on Russian oil that they fear will disrupt their energy supplies. The EU is stepping in to mediate, as Budapest and Bratislava warn that Ukraine’s move could severely impact their oil imports. Hungary is even threatening
Russia and Cuba are exploring a major new project: building an oil refinery in Cuba with the help of Russian companies. This plan could turn Cuba into a key player in oil production, rather than relying on dwindling supplies from Venezuela. With Cuba struggling with severe fuel shortages and skyrocketing
California is making waves with a groundbreaking $12.6 billion hydrogen hub, the first of its kind in the U.S. This ambitious project aims to produce renewable hydrogen to power vehicles, generate electricity, and cut fossil fuel use by millions of tons annually. Backed by federal funding, the hub promises to
Kazakhstan is teaming up with Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan to boost green energy exports, aiming to tap into Europe’s energy market with clean power. They plan to lay a high-voltage cable under the Caspian Sea to export electricity, despite Kazakhstan’s own struggle to meet growing energy demands. The country is pushing
Nevada has just launched the largest solar and battery energy storage project in the U.S., called the Gemini Solar + Storage project. Located near Las Vegas, this huge setup features 1.8 million solar panels and 380 megawatts of battery storage. It can power about 10% of Nevada’s peak electricity needs
In Shanghai, an experimental nuclear fusion power plant called HH70 has just set a world record by achieving its first plasma, marking a significant milestone in the quest for clean energy. This groundbreaking device is the first fully high-temperature superconducting tokamak and was built in just two years, showcasing China’s
International oil companies operating in Kurdistan continue to smuggle over 1,000 oil tankers daily amid a pipeline shutdown since March 2023. According to Reuters investigations, this illicit trade routes crude through Iran and Turkey, generating approximately $200 million monthly despite regulatory challenges. Although Kurdistan hasn’t been able to export its
A thrilling new project aims to build a nearly 4,000-kilometer undersea power line connecting vast wind and solar farms in Morocco to the UK, potentially supplying clean energy to around seven million homes. Simon Morrish, the project’s architect, believes this is the best solution for Britain’s future electricity needs. However,
The U.S. and China are in a high-stakes race to develop fusion energy, a potential game-changer for clean, limitless power. China is outspending the U.S. and working around the clock, with far more experts dedicated to the cause. American officials worry that China’s rapid advancements might outpace their own efforts,