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🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The government's transformation commission is ready - several former politicians are involved

Norway's government has established a transformation commission, featuring several former politicians, to plan for the country's transition away from oil dependency as the industry faces decline.

Mar 20 • 10:43 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

The Government's Transition Commission is Ready

The Norwegian government has announced the formation of a transition commission to strategize the wind-down of the country's oil industry, led by Erlend Grimstad.

Mar 20 • 10:36 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Chinese stocks shake laggard image amid oil shock as green transition pays off

Chinese stocks show resilience during recent oil market turmoil, bolstered by the country's investment in renewable energy.

Mar 20 • 08:15 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Simon Stiell, UN climate chief: 'The war shows the need to accelerate the transition to renewables'

Simon Stiell urges the EU to expedite its shift away from oil and gas and highlights Spain's leadership in clean energy during the ongoing discussions regarding the energy crisis related to the US and Israel's actions against Iran.

Mar 19 • 04:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
World

Attack on the Island of Kharg Shifts the Logic of War with Iran. The Fight is Moving to the Arteries Through Which Oil Flows to the World

The American attack on Kharg Island marks a pivotal shift in the U.S.-Iran conflict, indicating a transition from military targets to critical points of Iran's economy.

Mar 16 • 13:36 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

War in Iran may boost shift to clean energy, but also to coal

The ongoing war in Iran is disrupting oil and gas supplies and raising energy prices globally, prompting calls for a transition to renewable energy while also increasing the risk of reliance on coal.

Mar 13 • 02:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

To accelerate the energy transition... 'Lower public transport fares and increase electric vehicle subsidies'

The South Korean government is urged to use its recent oil price cap not only for price stability but also as a catalyst for energy transition and security by reducing reliance on fossil fuels and promoting renewable energy.

Mar 12 • 20:15 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

This is the world power that can withstand the rise in oil prices: What makes this country less sensitive to the Iranian conflict?

China is positioned to be less affected by the rising oil prices due to its strategic reserves and transition to renewable energy.

Mar 11 • 16:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Soaring oil prices drive the world's energy transition

Oil prices are rising, yet investments are shifting toward electricity and renewable energy sources.

Mar 11 • 15:47 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Ministry of Climate to Increase Nuclear and Coal Power Generation in Response to High Oil Prices

The South Korean government announces plans to increase the operational rates of nuclear and coal power plants to counteract the long-term high oil prices caused by U.S.-Iran tensions, while also accelerating the transition to renewable energy.

Mar 11 • 04:44 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

China’s size, strength insulates its energy security amid geopolitical shocks: lawmaker

Chinese lawmaker Jin Zhijun claims that China's size and national strength offer resilience to its energy security despite heavy reliance on imports.

Mar 11 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

SLB: Oil sector aims for energy addition instead of transition

Oil companies, including SLB, emphasize continuing the use of fossil fuels while integrating renewable energy without transitioning away from fossil sources.

Mar 10 • 15:17 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Crude oil prices have risen well above 100 dollars per barrel

Crude oil prices have surged beyond 100 dollars per barrel, indicating a significant increase in global oil market dynamics.

Mar 8 • 23:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

How the political transition in Iran tests China's influence in the Middle East

The article discusses China's firm response to the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and explores the implications of this political transition for China's influence in the Middle East.

Mar 3 • 22:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Finland is still burning tens of millions of liters of oil – this is how Finland warms during the cold

Finland continues to rely on burning significant amounts of oil for heating during winter months, despite efforts to transition to renewable energy sources.

Mar 1 • 07:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Sheinbaum limits oil production in favor of energy transition: How many barrels per day will be produced?

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced that her government will limit oil production to 1.8 million barrels per day to promote a transition towards renewable energy sources.

Feb 27 • 13:50 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Eesti Energia's Loss Was 83 Million Last Year Due to Major Write-downs

Eesti Energia reported an 83 million euro loss for the past year attributed to significant write-downs on oil shale assets.

Feb 27 • 07:18 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

An oil refinery defined life in this quaint California city. What happens when it’s gone?

The article explores the significant impact of an oil refinery on the small city of Benicia, California, and raises questions about its future amid California's transition to clean energy.

Feb 26 • 14:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Global orderbook: The shipping community votes for fossil fuels

The global ship orderbook reveals that fossil fuels continue to dominate shipping, with around 93%-97% of new vessels still set to rely on oil or LNG.

Feb 25 • 09:27 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Taxes and energy transition accelerate the decline of oil and gas in Britain

The UK's oil and gas production has significantly decreased over the past 25 years, with a forecasted drop to 150,000 barrels per day by 2050, largely due to increased taxation and a government push towards a transition away from hydrocarbons.

Feb 16 • 16:55 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Paradigm shift: Comodoro Rivadavia, from the capital of oil to a city overshadowed by the Vaca Muerta boom

Comodoro Rivadavia, once the oil capital of Argentina, faces economic decline as investments shift toward Neuquén's Vaca Muerta region.

Feb 11 • 14:02 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Low oil prices and green write-offs eat up BP's profits

BP's profits dropped by 86% last year due to low oil prices and significant write-offs related to the green transition.

Feb 10 • 08:14 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Visit of the US Energy Secretary to Venezuela: Focus on PdVSA and the country's future

US Energy Secretary Chris Wright is set to visit Venezuela to engage with the new leadership and discuss the future of the state oil company PdVSA amidst political and geopolitical challenges.

Feb 9 • 21:28 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula's Plan Against Fossil Fuels Should Cite Excess Clean Energy and Oil Revenue as Risks

President Lula's plan to phase out fossil fuels will highlight Brazil's opportunities in this transition, along with risks like wasted clean energy due to storage shortages and the economic burden of the oil industry.

Feb 6 • 14:48 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Why NNPC pulled the plug on refineries — Ojulari

Bayo Ojulari, CEO of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company, discusses the company's strategic changes in response to energy transition and domestic supply challenges during a recent interview.

Feb 6 • 00:10 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Record Oil Production During Energy Transition

Brazil achieved a historic average production of 3.77 million barrels of oil per day in 2025, marking a 12.3% increase over the previous record in 2023, even amid the energy transition.

Feb 5 • 01:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
Life & Tech

Those who switched to heat pumps have experienced an unpleasant surprise during frosts – water pipes may freeze more easily

The transition from oil or wood heating to heat pumps may expose home water pipes to a higher risk of freezing due to inadequate ventilation and heat production.

Feb 2 • 10:29 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
World

DN Debate. 'From ashes to flames - we replace Russian gas with American'

EU attempts to phase out Russian gas and oil, but instead of accelerating the transition to fossil-free energy, new climate-detrimental agreements are being made, argues EU parliamentarian Emma Wiesner.

Feb 1 • 19:00 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
World

The U.S. defines a three-phase process for Venezuela after Maduro's fall

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio outlines a stabilization, recovery, and political transition plan for Venezuela, using oil as a key lever for pressure and funding.

Jan 7 • 17:04 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
World

Stabilization, Recovery, and Transition: The Three Stages of the U.S. Plan for Venezuela

Marco Rubio outlined the United States' strategy for Venezuela, detailing how oil revenues will be controlled by the U.S. for the benefit of the Venezuelan people.

Jan 7 • 17:03 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

ELINOIL: Change of leadership after 20 years – New CEO Ioannis Diamantopoulos

ELINOIL, one of Greece's largest oil companies, undergoes a management transition with Ioannis Diamantopoulos appointed as the new CEO after 20 years.

Jan 7 • 06:55 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Who is Delcy Rodriguez, Maduro's VP and now the acting president of Venezuela?

Delcy Rodriguez, previously known as Maduro's vice president and nicknamed 'The Tigress', is now acting as president of Venezuela following Maduro's ouster, with the Trump administration eyeing her as a pragmatic partner for a political transition.

Jan 6 • 17:21 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
World

Trump claims he is in charge in Venezuela and it will take 18 months to revive the oil sector

President Trump states he is in control of Venezuela and expects it will take 18 months to revive the country's oil industry, dismissing the possibility of quick elections for a democratic transition.

Jan 6 • 12:04 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
World

In the Name of Democracy, Stability, and Oil. The New Leader of Venezuela Decided in Advance by Americans

The article discusses how the transition to democracy in Venezuela after the potential ousting of Nicolás Maduro seems unlikely, as U.S. officials, including Donald Trump, focused more on oil than democracy during a recent press conference.

Jan 5 • 12:44 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

What Did Trump Mean When He Said the US Would Govern Venezuela?

The article discusses how the Trump administration is rapidly working to establish a compliant transitional government in Venezuela following Nicolás Maduro's dramatic arrest, focusing on administrative stability and oil infrastructure restoration instead of an immediate transition to democracy.

Jan 5 • 05:56 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

The mistake of María Corina

Donald Trump asserts that he will lead Venezuela towards a safe and appropriate transition while American oil companies will repair the damaged infrastructure and start generating revenue for the country.

Jan 5 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
World

Trump's Plan for Venezuela: A Directed Transition

The White House outlines demands for Venezuela's transition, including oil sales blockade, democratic changes without delays, expulsion of armed groups, combatting drug trafficking, and severing ties with Russia, Iran, and China.

Jan 4 • 19:00 UTC

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