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Former allies Elon Musk and President Trump face off over controversial tax legislation, threatening the future of clean energy initiatives and electric vehicle adoption in the US

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US Congress threatens to cut support for nuclear power

30 May 2025

The Trump administration wants increased investment, but proposed legislation could undermine it.

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Tariff shockwaves shake the energy industry

08 April 2025

Steep new US tariffs and global retaliation send shockwaves through energy markets - discover what it means for prices, demand and industry investment.

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The Trump administration remakes US environmental approvals

21 February 2025

Discover how Trump's new environmental policies could reshape energy infrastructure and accelerate project approvals across the US.

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Questions over the Trump administration’s plans for solar and wind

31 January 2025

Trump administration’s renewable energy restrictions could impact U.S. solar and wind projects, conflicting with efforts to boost electricity supply for AI data centers. Learn how policy shifts, tax credits, and grid challenges shape the future of clean energy.

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President Trump's executive orders on energy

23 January 2025

Trump’s first-day energy policies signal a return to fossil fuel dominance, with executive orders on the Paris Agreement exit, boosting US oil and gas production and halting wind power growth. Discover how these moves reshape energy policy and industry.

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The federal government steps up support for nuclear power

17 January 2025

Constellation commits to adding 1.1 GW of nuclear power by 2028

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The Biden administration finalises 45V hydrogen tax credit rules

10 January 2025

Learn about the updated 45V tax credit rules for low-carbon hydrogen production and their impact on green and blue hydrogen projects in the US. Discover how these changes affect energy policies and the future of hydrogen in global markets.

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Predictions for energy and natural resources in 2025

13 December 2024

The impact of Chinese EVs, ambitious NOCs, the Saudi storage boom and more, as Wood Mackenzie analysts look ahead to next year

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The Trump administration's AI strategy points to strong growth in US power

25 November 2024

AI needs data centres, which need power. If AI is a national security priority, then so is electricity. That principle will shape the Trump administration’s policies. Gas-fired plants will be favored, but low-carbon energy could benefit, too.

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COP29 faces climate finance challenge

12 November 2024

The COP29 climate talks began on Monday with climate finance at the top of the agenda. A meaningful deal would show the international effort to tackle climate change is still alive. Failure could further delay the transition to low-carbon energy.

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Surging power demand raises questions about cost

17 June 2024

Generators see big opportunities in the rise of AI. Politicians in the US have concerns about the impact on customers.

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Battery storage begins to play a key role for US grids

24 May 2024

California and Texas increasingly rely on battery storage to balance their grids. As solar and wind power continue to grow, other states are likely to follow.

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Emissions rules for US power pose some difficult questions

06 May 2024

New EPA regulations for coal plants hit an industry in decline. Emissions curbs for gas plants would affect a sector that is still growing.

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Chinese manufacturers represent both promise and threat in the EV future

22 March 2024

The big problem with EVs is that they are too expensive. Chinese manufacturers are solving that, and posing a growing threat to companies in the US, Europe and Japan. The pressure to protect domestic industries is growing.

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AI helps support demand for US gas

15 March 2024

US utilities plan to add gas-fired plants as power consumption rises. That will help support gas demand even as solar and wind grow rapidly.

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The debate over US hydrogen tax credits is coming to a head

19 January 2024

Treasury guidance on tax credits for low-carbon hydrogen has divided the industry. Clarity over the rules would benefit the whole sector.

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Biden and Xi build bridges on energy

20 November 2023

After years of deteriorating relations, the US and China have opened new paths for communication and cooperation on energy and climate.

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A major setback for nuclear power

13 November 2023

The decision to cancel the first small modular reactor planned in the US is a blow to hopes of a new source of dispatchable low-carbon power.

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New fears about security of supply in the energy transition

30 October 2023

China’s moves to restrict graphite exports are a concern for battery manufacturers worldwide. How serious is the threat?

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Offshore wind at a pivotal moment

24 October 2023

Supply chain bottlenecks and rising interest rates threaten the viability of offshore wind projects. The policy response will be critical.

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ExxonMobil deal a sign of strength for US oil production

16 October 2023

ExxonMobil’s US$64.5 billion acquisition of Pioneer Natural Resources could mean US tight oil output grows faster in the future.

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