United States

Iran war

Iran-U.S. escalation could be on the horizon, analysts warn

Further escalation risks wider regional destabilisation and could deepen the strain on Iran’s already struggling economy, analysts warned.

methane regulation

U.S. dials up pressure on EU Methane Regulation

The Trump administration wants a “full repeal” of Europe’s Methane Regulation, or at least a delay until 2035. The gas industry on both continents is also lobbying for a weakening of the rules.

Lake Charles LNG

U.S. Lake Charles LNG project suspended amid global supply glut

Energy Transfer has suspended its Lake Charles LNG project and is reallocating capital to higher return gas pipeline projects. The suspension indicates increasing industry concerns about LNG oversupply and poor returns.

energy

Energy in 2025: a year in review

The rapidly unfolding energy transition was one of the key themes of the year. But so too was backsliding on climate commitments.

Takaichi

Japan’s Takaichi pushes back against Russian supply pressure

New Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi is caught between Russian LNG supply, U.S. political pressure and domestic power cost fears.

fossil fuel infrastructure

Nearly 15% of Americans live within a mile of fossil fuel infrastructure

A new study sheds light on the millions of Americans that are living in the shadow of fossil fuel infrastructure and the potential health hazards of residing in such close proximity.

new LNG

Where will all the new LNG go?

A pair of reports warn that the mad rush to build new LNG projects in the U.S. is creating financial risks. Uncertain medium-term demand could result in too few buyers and a supply overhang.

LNG exports

U.S. seeks to expand LNG exports to Southeastern Europe

At a conference put on by the U.S. Department of Energy in Athens, a high-level American delegation pressed European governments to expand gas import infrastructure and buy more U.S. LNG.