Politics & Regulation
EU funding supports preparatory work for the Baltic Sea Hydrogen Collector
The planned Baltic Sea Hydrogen Collector (BHC) project, an offshore pipeline connecting Finnish and German renewable hydrogen markets, is receiving support from the European Union. Gasgrid Finland, Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), and GASCADE Gastransport GmbH are grateful to receive a €15.3 million grant from the EU’s Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) program.
Two First Nations Sue Federal Government Over B.C. LNG Project Approval
Two First Nations in northwest British Columbia are suing the federal government to quash its approval of the Ksi Lisims floating liquefied natural gas (LNG) facility near Prince Rupert.
Latvia to Develop Clear Hydrogen Regulatory Framework to Boost Green Aviation
Policymakers and industry experts gathered at Riga International Airport urged Latvia to develop a comprehensive legal framework for hydrogen, warning that the absence of clear regulations is hindering the development of green energy in
Residents Sue PETRONAS & Government Over Devastating Putra Heights Gas Pipeline Explosion
Thirty-six residents of a suburban neighbourhood devastated by a gas pipeline explosion six months ago filed a civil suit Friday against Malaysia’s state-owned energy firm
Summit Carbon Asks Iowa to Allow Pipeline Construction Despite South Dakota Block
Summit Carbon Solutions is asking Iowa regulators to amend its permit to allow construction of its multistate carbon pipeline, even after the project was blocked in neighboring South Dakota.
California Authorizes CO2 Pipelines in Climate Change Push
California has authorized the development of pipelines to transport captured carbon dioxide for permanent underground storage, a key step in the state’s strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Croatia Rejects Hungary’s Proposal to Acquire Stake in Adriatic Pipeline Operator, Janaf
Hungary’s state-owned oil and gas company, MOL, has unexpectedly moved to acquire a stake in the Croatian oil pipeline operator Janaf, a proposal swiftly rejected by the Croatian government, underscoring ongoing tensions over regional energy supply.
Russia's Gazprom and Kazakhstan Sign Deal for Major Cross-border Natural Gas Pipeline
Russian energy giant Gazprom and the government of Kazakhstan have signed a memorandum of intent to construct a major new natural gas pipeline connecting the two nations to strengthen bilateral energy cooperation and address Kazakhstan’s increasing domestic demand.
Germany Commits €6 Billion to Decarbonize Heavy Industry, Embracing Carbon Capture
Germany has launched a significant €6 billion (approximately $7 billion) funding initiative, pioneering the use of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) within its national industrial climate policy. The program, which marks the first time CCS is formally included in Germany's climate contracts, aims to accelerate the decarbonization of energy-intensive sectors critical to the German economy.
Russia-China Gas Export Boost Decade Away Despite New Power of Siberia Pipeline Deal
Russia will need at least a decade to significantly increase natural gas exports to China following a newly announced pipeline memorandum, industry sources familiar with the matter told The Associated Press.
Canada Signals Renewed Interest in Keystone XL Pipeline to Ease U.S. Tariffs
The prospect of reviving the long-stalled Keystone XL oil pipeline, a project first proposed more than 15 years ago, has emerged as a key point of discussion for easing U.S. tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminium.
Sudan and South Sudan Sign Pact to Protect Oil Pipeline, Critical Oil Infrastructure
Sudan and South Sudan have signed a comprehensive bilateral agreement to safeguard vital oil infrastructure, including pipelines, enhance border security, and strengthen economic ties.
