Tag: ENERGY
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US Investment Banks Bet Big on LNG as Europe Cuts the Russian Gas Cord
US investment banks are navigating a rapidly changing energy landscape as geopolitical shifts redefine global gas supplies. With Russia’s gas transit deal through Ukraine expiring at the end of 2024, Europe has lost a major supply route, leaving the TurkStream pipeline as the only operational link for Russian gas. This near-complete halt in Russian gas…
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Trump’s Lightbulb Policy: More Choice or Higher Energy Costs?
President Donald Trump has once again sparked debate with his announcement to return to what he calls “common sense standards” on lightbulbs. This move suggests a policy shift that could relax or even reverse energy efficiency standards that were put in place under previous administrations. For years, U.S. energy regulations have pushed for a transition…
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Germany’s Big Shift: How the New EU Emissions Trading System Will Impact You
Germany is making a major move in its climate strategy, replacing its national emissions trading system (nEHS) with the European Union’s new Emissions Trading System 2 (ETS-2). This transition, set to begin in 2027, is expected to have wide-reaching effects on businesses, households, and the broader economy. What’s Changing? Since 2021, Germany has been regulating…
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Europe’s Energy production alone is insufficient to support the EV revolution
With approximately 300 million registered vehicles in Europe, the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) is a cornerstone of the European Union’s Green policies. This ambitious shift, aimed at reducing reliance on fossil fuels and addressing the climate crisis, presents significant challenges, particularly in energy production, infrastructure upgrades, and financial investment. Here’s an in-depth look at…