An embattled coal terminal could be a lifeline for US coal
West Oakland residents push legislation to block a coal terminal that could lead to air pollution in their area.
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Beyond LNG: Berlin’s red-carpet diplomacy signals a bigger bet on Algeria
Germany, stripped of Russian pipeline gas, received Algeria’s president with military honours and talked about LNG.
India debuts hydrogen-powered train as part of sustainability drive
India joins a handful of countries that have successfully deployed the zero-emission technology in their rail networks.
IEA chief warns Strait of Hormuz crisis threatens global energy security
Fatih Birol says ‘oil security is still a critical issue’ and world should be ‘worried’ if situation does not improve.
US and Iran trade attacks as Trump threatens to hit civilian infrastructure
Oil prices rise as the US renews a blockade on Iranian ports and carries out a wave of air strikes.
India’s ethanol rush prompts anger among vehicle owners, questions for gov’t
Indian petrol stations now only offer fuel with 20 percent ethanol blended in. But the rushed move triggers criticism.
New York imposes landmark one-year ban on large data centres
Data centre moratorium pushes have gained steam around the US, with bans proposed in at least a dozen states.
Cuba’s power grid collapses again, triggering third blackout in 10 days
Millions lost power as Cuba’s fifth nationwide blackout of 2026 hit amid a US-imposed oil blockade.
US consumer prices drop in June as energy costs tumble
Inflation eased due to cheaper energy, but experts warn price increases may return after renewed US-Iran tensions.
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How new Yemen tensions could complicate the global energy crisis
If the fighting in Yemen expands, and the Houthis try to block Bab al-Mandeb, the world economy faces a new shock.
Oil prices hit 1-month high as US-Iran attacks dim Strait of Hormuz outlook
Brent crude nears $85 a barrel amid renewed hostilities between Washington and Tehran.
