Tag #Energy Security

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OPEC Production Increase and Weak Demand Drive Down Gas Prices

Falling gasoline prices are primarily due to increased oil production by OPEC, coupled with weak global economic demand and a stronger Euro; however, critics argue that gas stations aren't passing on sufficient savings to consumers.

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24% Bias Score

Affordable and Clean Energy
theglobeandmail.com
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AtkinsRéalis and EDF Deepen Partnership Amidst Global Nuclear Power Surge

Montreal's AtkinsRéalis Group and France's EDF are deepening their partnership to meet expected global demand for new nuclear reactors, potentially supplying equipment and engineering support for projects, though challenges remain.

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40% Bias Score

Affordable and Clean Energy
theguardian.com
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Komati's Coal Closure: A Test of South Africa's Just Energy Transition

The closure of South Africa's Komati coal power station in 2022, part of the country's "just energy transition", has led to increased unemployment in the surrounding area, despite retraining initiatives, highlighting challenges in creating alternative jobs in a region heavily reliant on coal. Intern...

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
elmundo.es
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Redeia CEO seeks support amid Spain's power outage controversy

Following a major power outage in Spain, Redeia's president, Beatriz Corredor, is seeking support from former presidents to defend the company's monopoly on grid operation and transport, despite criticism from the CNMC and calls for functional separation or nationalization from the ruling coalition.

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48% Bias Score

Affordable and Clean Energy
smh.com.au
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Kimberley Oil Wells Sold Despite Regulatory Breaches

Rey Resources sold its Kimberley petroleum wells to China Guoxin for a fraction of their value despite numerous regulatory breaches; the WA government is belatedly acting, issuing clean-up orders but facing concerns over inadequate remediation plans and potential taxpayer liability.

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60% Bias Score

Life Below Water
corriere.it
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European Power Outage Underscores Need for Emergency Preparedness

A major power outage across parts of Spain, Portugal, and France on April 28th, lasting up to 18 hours, highlighted the vulnerability of interconnected systems and the importance of individual and governmental preparedness for emergencies, as previously highlighted by EU Commissioner Hadja Lahbib.

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52% Bias Score

Affordable and Clean Energy
zeit.de
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German Anti-Nuclear Groups Demand Halt to Russian Uranium Imports

Anti-nuclear activists are demanding Chancellor Merz halt business between Lingen's fuel fabrication plant and Russia following a Russian uranium shipment's arrival in Rotterdam; the plant's operator, Framatome, is accused of downplaying its growing dependence on Russia, which supplied 66% more uran...

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52% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
forbes.com
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House Republicans' Budget Bill Threatens 10% Reduction in U.S. Renewable Energy Growth

The House Republican budget bill threatens to slash clean energy tax credits, potentially reducing renewable energy growth by at least 10% over the next decade due to the elimination of incentives for solar and wind power, except for projects starting within 60 days and operating before 2029, increa...

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Climate Action
zeit.de
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Lies Cautions Against Overburdening Lower Saxony in Renewable Energy Push

Lower Saxony's Minister President Olaf Lies stresses responsible renewable energy expansion, emphasizing the need to avoid overburdening the population while ensuring a stable energy supply, highlighting the importance of underground cabling and questioning the speed of coal phase-out.

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Affordable and Clean Energy
french.china.org.cn
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Côte d'Ivoire's Gribo-Popoli Dam: A Symbol of Sino-Ivorian Partnership and Skill Development

The Gribo-Popoli hydroelectric dam in southwest Côte d'Ivoire, completed in November 2024 by PowerChina, significantly boosts the nation's hydroelectric capacity, creating roughly 2,000 direct and 1,000 indirect jobs while fostering local expertise through extensive on-the-job training.

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40% Bias Score

Affordable and Clean Energy
lemonde.fr
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ChatGPT Server Meltdown Highlights Generative AI's Energy Consumption

OpenAI's ChatGPT experienced server outages due to the immense popularity of its new AI image generation feature, particularly its Studio Ghibli style option, highlighting the substantial energy demands of generative AI, which the International Energy Agency projects to more than double by 2030.

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Climate Action
elpais.com
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Spain-France Power Interconnection Sparks Local Protest in Gatika

In Gatika, Spain, residents are protesting a €2.85 billion high-voltage power interconnection project with France, citing environmental destruction, health concerns related to electromagnetic fields, and a lack of transparency, despite the project aiming to double energy exchange capacity and reduce...

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Climate Action

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