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US-EU Trade Agreement Includes $750 Billion Energy Purchase Commitment

The new US-EU trade deal establishes 15% baseline tariffs while securing European commitment to purchase $750 billion in American energy over three years. The agreement removes key market uncertainties and provides significant opportunities for US energy exporters.

Fossil Fuels July 27, 2025

Major Energy Companies Accelerate Departure from California Amid Policy Concerns

Chevron's relocation to Houston highlights a broader trend of energy firms leaving California due to regulatory challenges and rising operational costs. The oil giant cited unfavorable state policies as key factors in its departure, following similar moves by other major corporations.

Fossil Fuels July 27, 2025

Artificial Intelligence Technologies Transform Energy Grid Operations and Data Center Efficiency

AI-powered platforms are revolutionizing energy management by optimizing renewable distribution and grid balance. Multiple companies are deploying machine learning solutions to address efficiency challenges in the rapidly growing intersection of data centers and clean energy systems.

Energy July 23, 2025

Constitutional Challenge Targets Federal Fossil Fuel Policies in Youth Climate Litigation

Young Americans are pursuing federal court action against the Trump administration's fossil fuel expansion agenda. The case relies on constitutional due process arguments and represents part of a broader wave of climate litigation targeting government energy policies.

Governance July 23, 2025

Iberdrola Launches €5 Billion Capital Raise to Accelerate Power Grid Investments

The Spanish utility is conducting an accelerated share offering to fund massive grid infrastructure expansion. The company plans to triple its regulated asset base by 2031 while concentrating investments in US and UK markets over domestic Spanish operations.

Infrastructure July 23, 2025

Electric Vehicle Sales Surge Ahead of Federal Tax Credit Expiration Deadline

General Motors reported 111% growth in EV sales during Q2 as automakers accelerate inventory clearance before September tax credit elimination. Industry-wide aggressive incentives reflect efforts to capitalize on remaining consumer subsidies.

Governance July 23, 2025

BP Exits American Wind Market Through Sale to LS Power as Renewable Strategy Shifts

BP has divested its entire American wind portfolio to LS Power for an undisclosed sum, marking another significant retreat from renewable energy investments. The sale encompasses 1.7 gigawatts of wind capacity across ten facilities as part of BP's broader $20 billion asset disposal program.

Renewables July 18, 2025

European Union Implements Comprehensive Energy Sanctions Against Russia Including Oil Price Reduction

The EU has enacted its strongest sanctions package to date against Russia, featuring a reduction in the oil price cap from $60 to $45 per barrel and targeting energy infrastructure. The measures also include sanctions on more than 100 additional vessels in Russia's shadow tanker fleet.

Geopolitics July 18, 2025

Tech Industry Power Demands Challenge Grid Capacity as AI Development Accelerates

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt identifies electricity supply as the primary constraint on artificial intelligence advancement, not semiconductor availability. The United States requires an additional 92 gigawatts of power capacity to support AI infrastructure development.

Energy July 18, 2025