Trump Threatens EU with Tariffs over Energy Imports
President-elect Donald Trump has issued a clear ultimatum to the European Union: boost imports of American oil and gas or face new tariffs. In a statement delivered on his social media platform, Trump emphasized the need for the EU to address its trade deficit with the U.S. by purchasing more U.S. energy products. Trump has […]
Big Oil Bets on LNG: No More Wind and Solar?
The global energy landscape is shifting as natural gas takes center stage, driving both sustainable energy solutions and reliable power supply. Industry giants Chevron and Exxon are scaling back their investments in renewable energy projects like wind and solar, turning their focus toward gas-fired power generation. This shift aligns with the rising demand for uninterrupted […]
India’s Gas Demand Climbs as Fertilizers Dominate
LNG Imports Rise as Domestic Gas Production Declines: Shifting Energy Trends in India India’s natural gas consumption reached 6019 million standard cubic meters (MMSCM) in October 2024, reflecting the growing energy demands of its industrial and urban sectors. The fertilizer sector emerged as the largest consumer, accounting for 29% of the total usage, followed by […]
Global Energy Markets Struggle Amid Gas Price Surges, Supply Disruptions, and OPEC+ Uncertainty
European natural gas prices have jumped nearly 45% this year, driven by cold weather forecasts and U.S. sanctions on Gazprombank, a key Russian financial entity. Northwest Europe is experiencing its first notably cold winter since 2021, with temperatures below the 30-year average, causing gas inventories to drop to 87.7% of capacity. LNG (liquefied natural gas) […]
Iran and UAE Expand Gas Output as Global Demand Surges
Iran and the UAE are significantly expanding their gas production capabilities to capitalize on growing global demand. Iran has completed and launched its seventh well (Well No. 12) at Platform 11B in South Pars Phase 11, further enhancing daily gas output in one of the world’s largest gas fields. Once acid stimulation operations are complete, […]
UAE Invests Big in Clean Energy Shipping
In a major push to meet rising global demand for alternative energy carriers, the UAE has announced $4.4 billion in contracts with international partners to expand its logistics and shipping fleet. This investment is set to support the global energy transition and facilitate low-carbon fuel transport, aligning with global sustainability goals. Of this investment, $1.9 […]
