‘The biggest barrier is not technology; it is project complexity’ – Johnson Matthey Catalyst Technologies
Interview with Alberto Giovanzana, chief executive of Johnson Matthey Catalyst Technologies For Alberto Giovanzana, the next phase of the energy transition will be defined less by breakthrough technologies than by the hard work of deploying… You must be a Premium Subscriber to read this. You must be a Premium Subscriber to view this content. You […]
Britain introduces due‑diligence rules to curb deforestation
The UK government plans to require companies trading in key commodities to ensure that production does not involve illegal deforestation. Businesses with turnover above £50 million using more than 500 tonnes per year of these forest‑risk commodities will have to conduct due diligence and report on their supply chains. A University of York study commissioned by […]
Gas pivotal to UK energy security as renewables falter – National Gas
From October 2025 to March 2026, the UK’s gas network transported around 500 terawatt‑hours (TWh) of energy. Although overall demand fell by roughly 4%, cold snaps triggered a swing in gas‑fired power generation from about… You must be a Premium Subscriber to read this. You must be a Premium Subscriber to view this content. You […]
World Bank warns rampant gas flaring undermines energy security
Global gas flaring increased for the third consecutive year in 2025, reaching 167 billion cubic metres (Bcm), according to the World Bank’s 2026 Global Gas Flaring Tracker Report. The wasted gas, valued at an estimated $54 billion at prevailing prices, could have powered sub‑Saharan Africa for a year. Nine countries – Russia, Iran, Iraq, Venezuela, […]
Russian fuel shortages prompt rare import plans and public restrictions
Months of Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian oil refineries have knocked out about 14% of the country’s refining capacity, prompting petrol and diesel shortages across multiple regions. The Russian government is considering importing gasoline by sea and offering subsidies to cap prices. Authorities have already banned gasoline exports until the end of July and are […]