Rising global oil prices are driving up demand for electric vehicles (EVs), with Chinese brands emerging as key beneficiaries. Recent spikes in crude prices are driven by heightened tensions in the Middle East and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil shipping route. These factors have pushed Brent crude above $100 per barrel […]
The U.S. is witnessing a surge in utility-scale solar development, driven by growing corporate demand for clean energy. Major tech companies like Meta and Google are securing long-term deals in Texas, combining renewable energy growth with economic and grid benefits. This trend highlights how corporate commitments are shaping the future of the clean energy transition. […]
A major transaction in the methane market is drawing attention across the energy sector. Xpansiv and MiQ announced the settlement of 3.5 million methane certificates on the Xpansiv CBL exchange. This is one of the largest trades of its kind to date. The deal involved a European energy buyer and a large integrated energy producer. […]
The U.S. government has agreed to pay nearly $1 billion to the French energy company TotalEnergies to cancel major offshore wind projects planned on the East Coast. The deal was announced by the Department of the Interior and represents a major shift in federal energy policy. TotalEnergies will give up its lease holdings and invest in […]
A new beer is turning carbon removal into a real-world product. U.S.-based Aircapture and Almanac Beer have launched what they call the world’s first commercial beer carbonated using (carbon dioxide) CO₂ captured directly from the atmosphere. The system uses direct air capture (DAC) technology. It pulls carbon dioxide from ambient air and delivers it on-site […]
The global energy system is under pressure again. This time, the shock is not just about oil and gas. It is also about minerals that power clean energy and nuclear technologies. Media reports revealed that, according to International Energy Agency chief Fatih Birol, the current crisis could soon look small compared to what lies ahead […]
A new agreement between Microsoft and Liferaft highlights the rapid growth of carbon removal markets. The deal covers 1 million carbon removal units or credits over 10 years, making it one of the latest long-term offtake agreements in the sector. These agreements are important. They give developers guaranteed future demand while helping them raise capital, […]
Disseminated on behalf of Alaska Energy Metals Corporation The global nickel market is shifting fast. Years of oversupply pushed nickel prices lower and delayed new mining investments. But recent price gains suggest the cycle may be turning. In early 2026, nickel prices jumped about 18% in a single month, highlighting how sensitive the market is […]
Google has taken a major step in reshaping how large energy users interact with the power grid. The company has secured 1 gigawatt (GW) of demand response capacity across its U.S. data center operations with several utility partners. This allows Google to cut or shift electricity use during high demand. It helps stabilize the grid […]