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IEA warns of the largest‑ever oil supply shock; global deficit looms

May 13, 2026

The International Energy Agency’s May oil market report warns that the Middle East war has shut in more than 14 million

Google secures 500 MW solar PPA with Linea Energy

May 12, 2026

Google’s agreement with Linea Energy secures the supply of 500 MW of solar to power Texas data centres. The Duffy Solar

New Energy Weekly – 8 May 2026

May 11, 2026

Why energy security is once again driving the agenda The week beginning 4 May 2026 marked an inflection point for the

Oil surges above $120 as Middle East tensions escalate

May 1, 2026

Brent crude has briefly exceeded $120 per barrel, driven by fears of supply disruption in key transit routes. Markets are pricing

UK orders refineries to maximise jet fuel production

April 29, 2026

The UK government has instructed refineries to boost jet fuel output in response to aviation fuel supply concerns. Reflects direct state

UAE exits OPEC in major shift for oil market dynamics

April 29, 2026

The UAE has announced its departure from the OPEC production framework, reflecting dissatisfaction with quota constraints. The move weakens cohesion of

World Bank warns of 24% surge in global energy prices

April 29, 2026

The World Bank has forecast a 24% rise in global energy prices in 2026, with the possibility that oil could reach

US cancels offshore wind leases in major policy reversal

April 28, 2026

The US government has cancelled two offshore wind lease areas, with developers to receive refunds – but only if funds are

Schiphol slashes airport charges to cushion airlines from fuel shock

April 23, 2026

Amsterdam’s Schiphol airport will reduce airport charges by 10% from 27 April 2026 until 31 March 2027 for daytime flights. The measure aims to offset