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๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Gas shortage plunges Nigeria into prolonged blackouts

Nigeria is facing extended power outages due to a significant gas supply shortage affecting thermal power plants, as reported by the Nigerian Independent System Operator.

Feb 28 โ€ข 05:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Power output drops to 4,300MW due to 57% gas supply โ€“ NISO

Power output in Nigeria has plummeted to 4,300 megawatts due to inadequate gas supply, leading to widespread power outages.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Dependency Continues Even Without Gas and Oil. Dukovany Still Runs on Russian Fuel

The Dukovany nuclear power plant in Czechia continues to operate using Russian fuel despite ongoing energy debates.

Feb 27 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Gas will replace brown coal. Energy shift for 40 billion zล‚oty

Poland's leading energy companies plan to invest 35-40 billion zล‚ in constructing 13 new gas-fired power plants by 2030, leading to higher energy bills for consumers.

Feb 27 โ€ข 04:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

TotalEnergies to inaugurate 5MW solar plant at OML 58

TotalEnergies plans to inaugurate a 5MW solar plant at OML 58 to power the Ubeta Gas Project and reduce emissions as part of its energy expansion strategy in Nigeria.

Feb 26 โ€ข 00:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

ONEX Shipyards: Agreement signing ceremony with Hanwha Power Systems group in Washington

A ceremony for signing a cooperation agreement between ONEX Shipyards and Hanwha Power Systems occurred in Washington, against the backdrop of the Transatlantic Gas Security Summit.

Feb 25 โ€ข 07:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

ONEX Shipyards: Tomorrow the ceremony for signing an agreement with the Hanwha Power Systems group in Washington

The ONEX Shipyards & Technologies Group will participate in a significant agreement signing with Hanwha Power Systems amid a forum focusing on transatlantic gas supply security.

Feb 24 โ€ข 19:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Energy transition without natural gas: vision of the future or leap into the void?

Ecuador grapples with the feasibility of a real energy transition without natural gas, questioning if renewable energy sources alone can meet the country's needs.

Feb 23 โ€ข 13:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

High energy prices threaten UKโ€™s status as manufacturing power, business groups say

A report reveals that rising energy prices risk the UK's manufacturing status, with 40% of businesses cutting investments due to high electricity and gas costs.

Feb 22 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Underground 'battery' deep in the outback could power millions of homes

Geoscience Australia is exploring the Adavale Basin as a potential site for underground hydrogen gas storage, aiming to address green energy storage challenges in Australia.

Feb 21 โ€ข 22:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Italy: "Green light" for the 3 billion euro package to reduce wholesale energy prices

Italy has approved a package worth approximately 3 billion euros aimed at reducing wholesale energy prices to protect household purchasing power and support business competitiveness.

Feb 18 โ€ข 17:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news in Texas: Abbott announced that NRG Energy will invest 617 million dollars in a new gas plant in Houston

Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced a $617 million investment by NRG Energy for a new natural gas power plant in Harris County, set to begin operations in 2028.

Feb 18 โ€ข 10:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Decoupling from Chinese Fossil Fuels... The US Investment Promised in the Tariff Agreement: A Series of 'Trump-Sealed' Projects

Japan announces the first projects under its $550 billion investment commitment to the U.S. as part of a recent tariff agreement, emphasizing artificial diamonds, crude oil export infrastructure, and gas-fired power plants.

Feb 18 โ€ข 09:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Deal made between Japan and the US, $550 billion trade deal, Trump said 'Without tariffs...','summary_en':'A significant trade agreement has been reached between the US and Japan, with President Donald Trump announcing a $550 billion investment commitment from Japan.','summary_long_en':'The United States and Japan have reached a substantial agreement regarding trade, with President Donald Trump announcing a record $550 billion investment commitment from Japan into the American economy. Trump described this development as a major milestone in US-Japan relations and highlighted its potential to create millions of jobs and strengthen national and economic security. He emphasized the historic nature of the agreement, noting that it would revitalize the American industrial base and benefit both nations significantly. During his announcement, Trump underscored that this agreement would not have been possible without existing tariffs, suggesting that their imposition has played a crucial role in negotiating favorable terms for the US. He expressed optimism regarding specific sectors, including oil and gas in Texas, power generation in Ohio, and critical minerals in Georgia, indicating potential investment opportunities in these areas. Trump's remarks reflect broader goals of boosting domestic industries and securing strategic resources essential for the country's economic prosperity. Overall, this agreement marks a significant moment in US-Japan trade relations, signaling a shift towards deeper economic collaboration. The implications of this deal may extend beyond immediate economic benefits, potentially impacting geopolitical dynamics in the Asia-Pacific region as both countries navigate their economic strategies amidst evolving global challenges.

A significant trade agreement has been reached between the US and Japan, with President Donald Trump announcing a $550 billion investment commitment from Japan.

Feb 18 โ€ข 03:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Azerbaijan: More Azerbaijani gas to Serbia and joint construction of a thermal power plant in southern Serbia

Serbia and Azerbaijan have agreed to enhance their cooperation, including an increase in Azerbaijani gas supplies to Serbia and the construction of a joint power plant.

Feb 16 โ€ข 13:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Czech footprint in the war: Small gas power plants instead of giant hubs

The article discusses the Czech Republic's shift towards smaller gas power plants in the context of energy production amid the ongoing war situation.

Feb 15 โ€ข 16:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Can a tender change the balance of corporate power in Argentina?

An Indian company won a major contract for a key gas pipeline in Vaca Muerta, sidelining Techint, a giant in Argentina's industrial sector, prompting analysis of the implications for national industry and corporate dynamics.

Feb 14 โ€ข 21:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

CARS ARE SMOKING โŸฉ The Trump administration's decision may undermine efforts to curb climate change in the USA

The Trump administration has dismissed the widely accepted scientific view that greenhouse gas emissions threaten human life and health, potentially losing regulatory power to combat climate change pollution.

Feb 13 โ€ข 12:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Four-day maintenance to cut generation by 935MW, NISO warns

Nigeria is set to face a significant drop in electricity generation due to scheduled maintenance on a major gas facility, which is expected to reduce power generation by nearly 935 megawatts.

Feb 12 โ€ข 12:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

NNPC warns of power dip as Seplat shuts gas plant

The NNPC has announced a temporary reduction in gas supply due to Seplat Energy's scheduled maintenance, which could affect electricity generation in Nigeria.

Feb 12 โ€ข 12:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Where is electricity and gas more expensive, where cheaper? See what Estonia's position is

Electricity and gas prices vary significantly across Europe, with Central and Eastern Europe experiencing the highest burden when adjusted for purchasing power standards.

Feb 11 โ€ข 17:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

NB Power defends proposed Tantramar gas plant at EUB hearing

NB Power executives defended the proposed gas plant in Tantramar during an Energy and Utilities Board hearing, asserting its necessity due to a looming power shortfall.

Feb 10 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Reps set up seven-man panel to audit gas supplied to gencos

The Nigerian House of Representatives has established a seven-member panel to conduct a forensic audit of gas supplied to power generation companies due to concerns over gas being provided to inactive facilities.

Feb 10 โ€ข 18:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

A. Lukashenko complains about the Astravyets nuclear power plant: "This means big money"

A. Lukashenko highlights the significant operational costs associated with the Astravyets nuclear power plant in Belarus, emphasizing the high expenses of fuel and maintenance despite the plant's intended goal of reducing reliance on Russian gas.

Feb 9 โ€ข 16:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต NHK News (JP)
World

$80 trillion investment in the U.S. based on Japan-U.S. agreement, with three projects as the first candidates

Three projects, including the construction of a gas-fired power plant, are being considered as initial candidates for an $80 trillion investment in the U.S. following the recent Japan-U.S. agreement, with further ministerial negotiations expected soon.

Feb 6 โ€ข 20:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

FG to strengthen gas-to-power chain for industrial growth

The Federal Government of Nigeria announced new measures to enhance the gas-to-power value chain, highlighting natural gas as essential for electricity supply and industrialization.

Feb 6 โ€ข 01:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

FG to strengthen gas-to-power chain for industrial growth โ€” Minister

The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced new measures to enhance the gas-to-power value chain, highlighting natural gas as essential for electricity supply and industrial growth.

Feb 5 โ€ข 21:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด VG
National & Local

All proposals for Melkรธya rejected in the Storting โ€“ electrification continues

The Storting has rejected all proposals concerning Melkรธya, including the continued operation of a gas power plant, as support for alternative electrification efforts shifts.

Feb 5 โ€ข 13:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
World

Journey to the Gulf: Friedrich Merz in Search of Money, Gas, and Power

The article discusses Friedrich Merz's visit to Riyadh, highlighting his quest for financial investment and energy resources amidst changing diplomatic protocols.

Feb 5 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช taz
World

Paper from the Ministry of Economics: More gas power plants after all?

The latest report from the Ministry of Economics suggests that Germany may reconsider its recent decision to limit the expansion of gas power plants, possibly allowing for more than the approximately 20 previously announced by the EU Commission.

Feb 4 โ€ข 18:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

SV turns in the Melkรธya case: Equinor gets to keep the power

The Socialist Left Party (SV) has reversed its stance and will not support a proposal to release power from the Melkรธya gas facility, resulting in a lack of majority for the proposal in the Parliament.

Feb 4 โ€ข 14:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

SV turns around Melkรธya proposal. Saves the government.

The SV party has decided not to support a proposal that would allocate reserved power for the electrification of the gas facility at Melkรธya, thus preventing the government from facing a critical situation.

Feb 4 โ€ข 12:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

To establish the first offshore field.. Damascus signs an agreement with American and Qatari companies

Syria signed a memorandum of understanding with American Chevron and Qatari Power International for oil and natural gas exploration in Syrian territorial waters.

Feb 4 โ€ข 11:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด VG
National & Local

Melkรธya: The majority may crumble - SV is looking for solutions

The SV party is exploring alternative solutions to ensure power supply to Melkรธya without onshore wind power or unclean gas power plants, amidst a parliamentary majority's push to prohibit land electricity use.

Feb 4 โ€ข 09:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
World

Metlen, DEPA, DEI, Enerwave, Hiron: Who 'closed' Revythoussa until 2040 and why LNG is becoming a strategic weapon

Greek companies are securing access to liquefied natural gas for the next 15 years, transforming the Greek terminal into a crucial power hub for Southeast Europe amidst the countdown to the end of Russian natural gas.

Feb 4 โ€ข 06:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
World

Siemens Energy invests one billion dollars in the USA for AI data centers

Siemens Energy announced plans to invest one billion dollars to expand its production of components for the American power grid and gas turbines necessary to supply energy to artificial intelligence data centers.

Feb 3 โ€ข 16:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
World

Reordering in the Western Balkans: Trump's pressure exposes the illusion of power in Serbia

The article discusses how U.S. President Trump's sanctions are forcing Gazprom's withdrawal from Serbia, revealing the weakening power of President Aleksandar Vuฤiฤ‡ as Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbรกn benefits from the new energy order.

Feb 3 โ€ข 13:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
World

Pipelines and power: How gas turned Ukraine into a battleground

The article explores the critical role of energy transit in shaping Ukraine-Russia relations over the past three decades, highlighting how disputes over gas pipelines have contributed to the ongoing conflict.

Feb 2 โ€ข 16:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

EU Approves Power Plant Strategy: How Urgently Does Germany Need New Gas Power Plants?

The German government plans to build new gas power plants to secure electricity supply, following a preliminary agreement with the EU on the need for such infrastructure amidst potential supply gaps.

Jan 16 โ€ข 09:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช taz
National & Local

New Gas Power Plants: Federal Government Agrees with EU on Power Plant Strategy

The German government has reached an agreement with the EU Commission on a power plant strategy that includes a plan for 12 gigawatts of capacity from gas power plants, despite criticism from environmental groups regarding reliance on fossil fuels.

Jan 16 โ€ข 08:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
National & Local

Security against dark doldrums - what is behind the breakthrough for new gas power plants

Germany plans to secure its electricity supply through new gas power plants, with government support pending EU Commission approval, sparking debate among supporters and critics regarding this energy strategy.

Jan 16 โ€ข 07:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
World

Electricity Market: Green Light for Gas Power Plants

The article discusses the ongoing transition in the German electricity market where renewable energy is increasing, while conventional energy sources are being phased out, raising concerns about energy supply during low production periods.

Jan 15 โ€ข 17:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
National & Local

Germany has the most expensive energy transition in the whole world, complains Friedrich Merz

Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticizes Germany's energy transition as the most costly globally, advocating for new gas power plants to ensure energy security amid a nuclear phase-out.

Jan 15 โ€ข 16:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
National & Local

"Germany Has the Most Expensive Energy Transition in the World," Complains Friedrich Merz

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticizes the country's decision to phase out nuclear energy as a severe strategic error and announces plans to promote new gas power plants following a breakthrough agreement with the EU Commission.

Jan 15 โ€ข 16:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
World

The last eleven years are the warmest in measurement history

The last eleven years have recorded the highest temperatures in history, primarily due to significant greenhouse gas emissions from human activities such as those from coal power plants in Kansas, USA.

Jan 14 โ€ข 14:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
World

Russian Gas Deliveries to China via the "Power of Siberia" Pipeline Increased in 2025

Gas deliveries from Russia to China through the "Power of Siberia" pipeline surged by almost 25% in 2025, according to Gazprom's announcement.

Jan 13 โ€ข 12:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช taz
National & Local

Engineer on AI and Climate: 'The Government Uses the AI Hype for New Gas Power Plants'

Expert Joschi Wolf criticizes the immense energy and water consumption of data centers, arguing that the government is exploiting the AI hype to advance anti-climate policies with new gas power plants.

Jan 12 โ€ข 06:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช taz
National & Local

Rich's Gas Power Plans: Still No Agreement with the EU Commission

The Federal Ministry of Economics led by Katherina Reiche is facing delays in the bidding process for new gas power plants due to the lack of agreement with the EU Commission.

Jan 8 โ€ข 13:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
World

What Does the 'Volcano Group' Want?: How to Bring Capitalism to a Standstill

The 'Volcano Group' advocates for radical sabotage as a means to disrupt capitalism, targeting not only the system but also calling out the Green and leftist movements in a significant analysis following a recent attack on a gas power plant in Berlin.

Jan 7 โ€ข 20:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช taz
National & Local

More solar power than ever before: solar energy surpasses coal and gas

Germany's photovoltaic systems are generating record levels of electricity, but the solar industry fears that the pace of expansion may slow down.

Jan 5 โ€ข 15:30 UTC

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