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Trump makes coal great again
Unlike his predecessor, President Donald Trump understands that abundant and affordable energy is absolutely essential to the future of America. Since his return to the Oval Office, Trump has made energy dominance a keystone of his domestic agenda.
Top Trump official presses Australia on coal compensation
Donald Trump's top trade official has raised concerns with his Labor counterpart Don Farrell about a failure to compensate American investors for the cancellation of a corruption-tainted NSW coal mining licence a decade ago, as the Albanese…
Renewables and natural gas surge ahead of oil and coal
There is something positive for every type of energy in the International Energy Agency's latest global review, but the loudest cheers will be from renewables and natural gas. The world's energy demand grew at 2.2% in 2024, a pace described as…
Jindal Steel and Power, Western Coalfields win 11th auction of coal mines
Jharkhand Exploration and Mining Corporation, Western Coalfields, Jindal Steel and Power, and Innovative Mines and Minerals are among 12 companies that won the 11th auction of commercial coal mines. Twelve commercial mines such as Jawardaha North…
Canary in the coal mine: A decline in enrollment at Woodland Park School District | Guest column
Woodland Park School District has faced declining enrollment for years, but recent drops raise new concerns. I, as a mother in the district, am especially concerned. In the past two years alone, the district has lost 278 students (traditional and…
IEA Global Review Details A Sputtering Energy Transition
Everyone engaged in business or policy activities related to the aspirational energy transition recognizes the reality that no such transition is possible without the full buy-in by the world's two most populous nations, China and India. It's a…
The Vicious Cycle of Extreme Heat Leading to More Fossil Fuel Use
Last year was the hottest on record, and global average temperatures passed the benchmark of 1.5 degrees Celsius above preindustrial times for the first time. Simultaneously, the growth rate of the world's energy demand rose sharply, nearly…
IEA Director Birol defends his agency from oil critics: 'Data always wins'
By Jeff Young is Newsweek 's Environment and Sustainability Editor based in Louisville, Kentucky. His focus is climate change and sustainability with an emphasis on climate solutions and the clean energy transition. He has in-depth knowledge of…
Czech Billionaire Kretinsky Gains Full Control in Germany's LEAG
Kellner family's PPF sells 30% stake to focus on other sectors EP Group pledges to wean LEAG off coal with gas and renewables Czech industrial tycoon Daniel Kretinsky has gained full ownership of a major operator of coal mines and power plants in…
Trump is coming for renewable energy-but the solar industry isn't worried
President Donald Trump has been clear that his vision for America's energy landscape prioritizes fossil fuels. He has curtailed federal funds for renewable energy—and has voiced his personal distaste for those projects, particularly wind…
Watch as Pennsylvania power plant collapses in jaw-dropping implosion
Video footage has captured the moment the formerly largest coal-burning power plant in Pennsylvania collapsed in a jaw-dropping implosion. Four towering stacks and three cooling towers at the Homer City Generating Station in Indiana County came…
Trump's port fees on Chinese ships threaten US maritime industry, say executives
LOS ANGELES/WASHINGTON - US President Donald Trump's plan to revitalise the US shipbuilding industry is likely to backfire because it relies on proposed fees on China-linked vessels that will hurt domestic ship operators, seaports, exporters and…
Daily on Energy, presented by Advanced Energy United: Secondary Venezuela tariffs, climate change drives energy demand, and BYD passes Tesla
Plus, with Congress back in session, keep reading to find out which hearings and pieces of legislation our team will be keeping a close eye on this week. Welcome to Daily on Energy, written by Washington Examiner energy and environment writers…
Labor's bid to protect Tasmanian salmon industry met with unease from pro-environment MPs
Labor's bid to protect Tasmania's salmon industry from legal challenge over its impact on the endangered Maugean Skate is one step closer, amid unease about the government's commitment to environmental protection. In a sign of internal angst…
SEN SHELDON WHITEHOUSE: The EPA's environmental regulation rollback puts Americans last
A week ago, Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin announced that the agency would be rolling back a slew of environmental protections. Zeldin called it 'the greatest day of deregulation our nation has seen,' and gleefully…
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