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πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Ministry of Environment: Emergency Meeting on Energy Developments

An emergency meeting on energy developments, particularly regarding Iran, is set to take place today in Greece's Ministry of Environment and Energy, involving key officials and energy companies.

Mar 3 β€’ 12:40 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

TCU decides to investigate MME for increase in energy auction prices

The Brazilian Tribunal de Contas da UniΓ£o has opened an investigation into the Ministry of Mines and Energy over alleged irregularities related to increased prices in an upcoming energy auction.

Mar 3 β€’ 12:33 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

War in Iran: Emergency meeting at the Ministry of Environment and Energy

An emergency meeting is convened by Greece's Ministry of Environment and Energy to discuss the energy implications of the war in Iran.

Mar 3 β€’ 11:14 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή Lrytas
National & Local

Lithuanian Business Will Prepare Support Measures for War-Torn Iran

Lithuania's Ministry of Economy and Innovation is planning financial support measures to assist local businesses impacted by surging energy prices due to the war in Iran.

Mar 3 β€’ 10:40 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Ministry of Industry, Checking Stockpiled Oil and Supply Chains in Response to the Middle East Crisis

In response to growing economic concerns due to the shifting dynamics in the Middle East after the U.S. and Israel's attacks on Iran, the South Korean government has elevated its emergency response organization and initiated a crisis management system.

Mar 3 β€’ 09:21 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Syria Denies Presence of Shortage in Oil Derivatives

The Syrian Ministry of Energy denies any current shortage of oil derivatives amidst regional tensions and global energy market fluctuations.

Mar 3 β€’ 05:54 UTC
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ Asahi Shimbun (JP)
World

Qatar Shoots Down Combat Bombers from Iran, LNG Production Halted Due to Drone Attack

Qatar's Defense Ministry reported the downing of two Iranian Su-24 bombers amid rising tensions, leading to a halt in LNG production due to drone attacks.

Mar 2 β€’ 19:07 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Climate Ministry: The Impact of US-Iran Airstrike on Domestic Electricity Rates is Limited

The South Korean government has stated that the recent US and Israeli airstrikes in Iran will have a limited short-term impact on domestic electricity prices due to a decrease in power demand caused by rising spring temperatures.

Mar 2 β€’ 08:12 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Egypt announces measures to secure supplies after Israeli gas halt

Egypt's Ministry of Petroleum announces preemptive steps to secure energy supplies domestically following Israel's cessation of gas exports.

Mar 1 β€’ 05:51 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Peruvian State Electric Companies Reinforce Prevention Measures Due to Coastal El NiΓ±o

The Peruvian Ministry of Energy and Mines has announced preventive measures aimed at state electric companies in response to the Coastal El NiΓ±o phenomenon affecting the country.

Feb 28 β€’ 20:29 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

US and Israel's Attacks: Ministry of Industry to Monitor Situation Closely

The South Korean Ministry of Industry convened an emergency meeting to assess the economic impacts of the US and Israel's attacks on Iran, focusing on energy supply and domestic industries.

Feb 28 β€’ 11:37 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Hellenic Gold: Renewal for another 25 years at the Cassandra Mines

Hellenic Gold has secured a 25-year renewal of its mining concessions in the Cassandra Mines, approved by the Ministry of Environment and Energy.

Feb 28 β€’ 07:12 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡Ώ Novinky.cz
National & Local

The Ministry of Finance has dismissed the director of the state-owned company Mero

Czechia's Ministry of Finance has dismissed the director of the state-owned company Mero.

Feb 27 β€’ 09:25 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukraine denies Hungary's minister claim on 'money and weapons' for Druzhba pipeline repair

Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has rejected claims made by Hungary’s Foreign Minister regarding conditions for resuming oil supplies via the Druzhba pipeline.

Feb 26 β€’ 18:00 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ FAZ
National & Local

Plans of the Ministry of Economics: Rich will cut funding for small PV systems

The German Federal Ministry of Economics plans to eliminate subsidies for new small solar power systems, according to a draft bill.

Feb 26 β€’ 17:40 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Solar Power on School Rooftops...77% of Public Elementary and Secondary Schools to be Installed by 2030

The South Korean Ministry of Education aims to install solar power systems in 77% of public elementary, middle, and high schools by 2030 as part of the 'Sunshine School' project.

Feb 26 β€’ 01:31 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Oko.press
National & Local

Poland focuses on small reactors. Agreement signed in the USA

Poland's Ministry of Energy has signed an agreement to develop a generic design for SMR reactors, which are projected to be key in Poland's nuclear energy strategy.

Feb 25 β€’ 14:14 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή 15min
National & Local

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs recommends avoiding travel to Cuba, which is experiencing an energy crisis.

The Lithuanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises against traveling to Cuba due to an ongoing energy crisis affecting essential services.

Feb 25 β€’ 13:17 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El PaΓ­s
National & Local

Consumption will prohibit the sale of energy drinks to those under 16 years and to those under 18 for those with higher caffeine content

Spain's Ministry of Consumption plans to ban the sale of energy drinks to individuals under 16, and restrict those with high caffeine content until the age of 18.

Feb 25 β€’ 10:08 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡» TVNET
National & Local

Russian Oil Deliveries Through the 'Druzhba' Pipeline Will Resume on Thursday, Says Slovakia

The Slovak Ministry of Economy announced that Russian oil supply via the 'Druzhba' pipeline through Ukraine is expected to resume on Thursday.

Feb 24 β€’ 17:49 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ Postimees
National & Local

Consumers Pay Tens of Millions More in Network Fees Due to Eesti Energia

Consumers are facing significantly higher network fees due to exemptions granted to Eesti Energia, as acknowledged by the Climate Ministry.

Feb 22 β€’ 19:29 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Wprost
National & Local

Ukraine responds to the ultimatum from Hungary and Slovakia. "They are playing in favor of the aggressor"

Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemns the ultimatums from Hungary and Slovakia regarding energy supplies amid ongoing Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure.

Feb 22 β€’ 07:43 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Selecting Companies to Become β€˜Leading Circular Economy Models’ Minimizing Resource Consumption

The Korean Ministry of Climate, Energy, and Environment is recruiting companies that heavily generate waste to support the transition to a circular economy.

Feb 22 β€’ 03:03 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Ukraine responds to threats from Hungary and Slovakia: Set an ultimatum to the Kremlin

Ukraine has been threatened by Hungary and Slovakia regarding oil supply, prompting a response from the Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Feb 21 β€’ 19:31 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Western partners to provide €600 million for Ukraine's energy sector

Western partners have pledged over €600 million to support Ukraine's energy sector, as confirmed by Ukraine's Ministry of Energy during talks in Paris.

Feb 20 β€’ 11:25 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Ministry of Environment: The mountainous region of Prespa declared an inaccessible mountain

The mountainous region of Prespa has been declared an inaccessible mountain by the Greek Ministry of Environment and Energy, emphasizing its unique ecological value and biodiversity.

Feb 20 β€’ 08:37 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

TarcΓ­sio's administration demands the Ministry of Mines and Energy about the termination of Enel's contract

The TarcΓ­sio de Freitas administration is pressing the Ministry of Mines and Energy for a timeline on the ANEEL process regarding the possible termination of Enel's concession.

Feb 19 β€’ 21:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

Sustainability as an investment: The impact of the Zero Waste HORECA Awards 2026

The Zero Waste HORECA initiative, funded by The Coca-Cola Foundation and supported by the Ministry of Environment and Energy, recognizes 425 businesses in Greece for their efforts to reduce their environmental impact.

Feb 17 β€’ 06:00 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ Postimees
National & Local

The Ministry of Climate has announced the bill for the support of wind farms to be presented to the public

The Estonian Ministry of Climate has revealed the costs associated with a new renewable energy procurement process focused on supporting wind farms.

Feb 16 β€’ 16:05 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The small energy strategy will reach the government in March. The dispute between ministries continues

The ongoing development of Poland's National Energy and Climate Plan faces delays due to disagreements between the Ministry of Energy and the Ministry of Climate.

Feb 16 β€’ 12:20 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Russia reports 49 drones downed, Belgorod left without power after missile strike

The Russian Defense Ministry reported the interception of 49 drones and significant damage to Belgorod's energy facilities due to a missile strike.

Feb 15 β€’ 22:43 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡» TVNET
National & Local

KEM submits a draft order for public discussion regarding the planned wind farm in KuldΔ«ga municipality

The Ministry of Climate and Energy (KEM) has submitted a draft order for public discussion concerning the planned wind farm by SIA 'Eko ziemeΔΌi' in KuldΔ«ga municipality.

Feb 13 β€’ 15:43 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή Lrytas
National & Local

Ž. Vaičiūnas on 'Nemuno auőra' nominations for the Deputy Minister position: There were no specific discussions

Lithuania's Energy Minister, Ž. Vaičiūnas, commented that no concrete discussions had occurred regarding nominations for deputy minister positions in the Ministry of Energy.

Feb 12 β€’ 07:16 UTC
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The economy would have 'secured' up to 30 energy projects with an investment of 200 billion dollars

The Mexican Economy Ministry has identified between 20 and 30 energy projects estimated to attract $200 billion in investments, primarily from U.S., Canadian, and French companies.

Feb 11 β€’ 21:28 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Ministry advocates for immediate process to terminate contract with Enel, says Silveira

Brazil's Minister of Mines and Energy, Alexandre Silveira, announced support for an immediate process to terminate Enel's concession in SΓ£o Paulo due to ongoing service failures.

Feb 11 β€’ 21:08 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡» TVNET
National & Local

Ministry: Latvia's average annual inflation this year is expected to be between 2.5-3%

The Latvian Ministry of Economics forecasts an average annual inflation rate of 2.5-3% for this year.

Feb 11 β€’ 20:27 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El PaΓ­s
National & Local

Narrow Transition Tightens the Noose to Close 29 'Ghost' Electricity Suppliers

Spain's Ministry for Ecological Transition is initiating the disqualification of 29 inactive electricity suppliers from the market.

Feb 11 β€’ 09:18 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ SZ
National & Local

Expansion of Renewables: Wealthy Shake the Fundamental Principle of the Energy Transition

Germany's Federal Ministry of Economics is set to revise regulations for the expansion of renewable energy and the energy grid.

Feb 9 β€’ 14:51 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Namibia's Ministry of Industry Objects to Total and Petrobras Deal

Namibia's Ministry of Industry raises objections to the acquisition deal between TotalEnergies and Petrobras, citing lack of prior notification and legal requirements for approval.

Feb 9 β€’ 09:41 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Regional Investment Promotion Subsidy Limit Raised to 30 Billion Won

The South Korean Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy has announced an increase in the subsidy limit for attracting regional investments from 20 billion to 30 billion won per company, effective from October 10.

Feb 9 β€’ 02:44 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
National & Local

Strengthening the fleet of forest services: 101 new vehicles have been received, see images

The Greek Ministry of Environment and Energy announced the receipt of 101 new vehicles to enhance the fleet of forest services across the country.

Feb 7 β€’ 07:05 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ El Universo (ES)
World

Ecuador observes Colombia's version after meeting between foreign ministers and details commitments on security, energy, and tariffs

Ecuador's Foreign Ministry critiques Colombia's assertion of responsibility for a disagreement stemming from issues of border control and state presence.

Feb 7 β€’ 03:15 UTC
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

CFE and Sener will promote electric projects under new mixed developments

The Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) and the Ministry of Energy (Sener) have approved new electric projects under mixed development schemes, with registration open from February 9 to February 20 and project submission due by March 13.

Feb 6 β€’ 22:37 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Ecuador grants environmental license to the La Plata mining project for its exploitation

The La Plata mining project in the Cotopaxi province has received environmental approval for its exploitation and mineral processing phases from Ecuador's Ministry of Energy and the Environment.

Feb 6 β€’ 22:21 UTC
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

CFE and Sener promote Mixed Development Schemes to strengthen the country's energy security

The Ministry of Energy (Sener) and the Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) held an informational session to present Mixed Development Schemes aimed at enhancing energy security through strategic electric generation projects.

Feb 6 β€’ 21:58 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή 15min
World

Lithuania expresses a strong protest to Russia over attacks on Ukrainian civilians and energy facilities

Lithuania's Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemns Russia's attacks on civilian targets in Ukraine, asserting that Russia's engagement in peace talks is merely a facade while the country continues its aggression.

Feb 6 β€’ 11:26 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

In six years, Brazil gets only one distance master's degree

Brazil has only approved one distance master's program, a professional master's in Energy and Society, six years after the Ministry of Education authorized such programs.

Feb 6 β€’ 02:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Ministry of Energy: Increase in active mining areas – Greece's leading position in EU and globally in perlite, bentonite, bauxite, marble

In 2024, the mining sector in Greece experienced a 407% increase in active mining areas compared to the previous year, indicating strong growth and setting a solid foundation for future economic activity.

Feb 5 β€’ 06:32 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ 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 β€’ 18:17 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Around 5,000 people participate in protest against suspension of mining activities in El Oro

Approximately 5,000 people gathered peacefully in El Oro to protest against the total suspension of mining plants mandated by the Ministry of Environment and Energy.

Feb 4 β€’ 18:10 UTC

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