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The Trump administration prioritizes fossil-fuel expansion, withdrawal from the main international climate treaty, and curbing clean energy, a mix that scientists say will worsen warming and has coincided with a 1.9% rise in U.S. greenhouse gas emissions after he returned to office.
Indian police raided the home of environmental activist Harjeet Singh over allegations of foreign funding and promoting a fossil fuel non-proliferation treaty, amid broader crackdowns on civil society organizations in India, with authorities claiming the activities could threaten national energy security.
The article discusses the ongoing global debate over transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable energy, highlighting efforts like the proposed road maps for a just and orderly energy transition, the geopolitical tensions between petro-states and electro-states, and the key developments expected in 2026, including negotiations at COP31 and initiatives by countries like Brazil, Norway, and the EU.
Southeast Asian countries like Vietnam, the Philippines, and Indonesia are gradually shifting from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources, supported by policy reforms and significant investments, including a $4.6 billion influx in 2024, aiming to reduce emissions and meet ambitious renewable energy targets by 2030 and 2040.
The article discusses a new gas alternative that aims to replace fossil fuels without using petroleum, promoting sustainable energy solutions and reducing environmental impact.
Scientists report that 2025 was one of the three hottest years on record, surpassing the critical 1.5°C warming threshold set by the Paris Agreement, largely due to human activities like burning fossil fuels, leading to severe weather events and increased climate risks worldwide.
Scientists report that 2025 was one of the three hottest years on record, with climate change driven by human activities, especially fossil fuel burning, leading to severe weather events and surpassing the 1.5°C warming threshold set by the Paris Agreement, highlighting the urgent need for global action.
Michigan has lost approximately $540 million in climate-related federal grants and seen a reversal in green manufacturing investments due to shifts in federal policies under the Trump administration, which has canceled or frozen numerous clean energy projects and funding, favoring fossil fuel development and nuclear energy instead.
Data centres are increasingly turning to aircraft engines and fossil fuel generators to power AI operations due to delays in grid connection and supply chain issues, leading to a surge in demand for aeroderivative turbines and diesel generators, despite concerns over emissions and higher costs.
Congress is working on a bill to streamline permitting for energy projects to address rising power prices and supply issues, but political disagreements and partisan tensions, especially involving President Trump’s stance, are complicating efforts to pass comprehensive reform.
Meg O’Neill, a seasoned energy executive and the first female CEO of BP, is seen as a transformative leader poised to steer BP away from green energy and back towards fossil fuel production, leveraging her extensive experience in the oil industry and her reputation as a 'hard-nosed' outsider.
Researchers have developed a highly detailed map of CO2 emissions across the U.S. for 2022, highlighting major pollution hotspots, especially in densely populated areas, amidst threats to federal emissions tracking programs. The Vulcan dataset provides critical data that could help fill gaps if federal reporting is reduced, despite funding and policy challenges.
Coal demand has hit a new annual high, driven by increased US coal output, reflecting ongoing reliance on fossil fuels for energy production.
Tokyo Gas plans to invest in US downstream assets like liquefaction plants and export terminals to boost earnings and strengthen its energy supply chain, allocating around $2.2 billion for overseas investments over the next three years, with a focus on developing shale gas assets and expanding its US operations amid favorable market conditions driven by increased demand for gas-fired electricity.
The Trump administration renamed the National Renewable Energy Laboratory to the National Laboratory of the Rockies, signaling a shift in focus away from renewable energy research and towards broader energy initiatives, amid concerns that this move may undermine the U.S.'s leadership in renewable energy innovation.