Tag: Energy Security
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Critical Mass: Malaysia’s Nuclear Reboot and the Power Puzzle
Introduction: The Case for a Nuclear Reboot Malaysia is weighing a controversial yet increasingly plausible option: a nuclear reboot. With energy-intensive sectors like data centres expanding rapidly, the country faces a critical question about how to secure reliable, affordable power while keeping environmental and safety concerns squarely in view. The debate is not simply about…
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Critical Mass: Malaysia’s Nuclear Reboot and the Energy Tightrope
Why Malaysia Is Reconsidering Nuclear Power Malaysia has long relied on a mix of natural gas, coal, hydro, and renewables to power its economy. In recent years, however, surging demand from data centers, manufacturing, and transport corridors has strained the grid. As the country eyes a future shaped by digital growth and regional energy competition,…
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Critical Mass: Navigating Malaysia’s Nuclear Reboot and its Energy Future
Why Malaysia is Reopening the Nuclear Door Malaysia’s energy landscape is at a crossroads. After years of relying on a mix of natural gas, coal, and renewables, policy makers are re-evaluating nuclear power as a stable, large-scale option to support demand-heavy sectors—most notably data centres and digital infrastructure. The push comes from the need to…
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West Africa’s Atlantic Margin Sees Renewed Exploration Interest
Introduction: An Opportune Moment for the Atlantic Margin West Africa’s Atlantic margin is entering a fresh cycle of exploration activity, driven by a convergence of favorable geology, shifting corporate strategies, and a growing consensus that global energy demand will require more barrels in the years ahead. The region, long a pillar of African oil output,…
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Dangote Refinery Reconfirms N699 Petrol Price, Signals Steady Supply to Marketers
Dangote Refinery Reaffirms N699 Petrol Price Ahead of Market Reactions The Dangote Refinery has once again confirmed that its petrol gantry price stands at 699 naira per litre, signaling a stable pricing environment for marketers in Nigeria. In a public notice shared on its X account, the company reiterated that the petrol product remains available…
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Gas Planning for Offshore Namibia: A Path to Success
Introduction: The urgency of gas planning in Namibia’s offshore era Namibia’s offshore oil discoveries hold significant promise for the country’s energy landscape. However, as Alvenco Advisory chief executive Tom Alweendo recently warned, associated gas should not be treated as an afterthought. If oil volumes are substantial, the gas produced alongside them warrants deliberate planning from…
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ASEAN Power Grid: Lessons from the Region’s Worst-Case Scenarios to Shape Best Practices
Understanding the ASEAN Power Grid Initiative The ASEAN Power Grid (APG) aims to harmonize electricity networks across Southeast Asia, connecting fast-growing markets and improving energy security. With more than six major interconnection projects underway—spanning subsea cables and overland links—the APG faces a complex mix of technical, regulatory, and socio-political challenges. Analyzing worst-case scenarios in this…
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EU Leaders Face Crucial Ukraine Summit: Bridging Gaps, Securing Cash, and Rebuilding Transatlantic Ties
Overview: A Summit That Tests the EU’s Unity The upcoming European Council meeting is more than a routine gathering; it is the bloc’s decisive moment to demonstrate that it can act as more than a talking shop. With Ukraine’s funding needs mounting and tensions with the United States on the rise, EU leaders must chart…
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EU Parliament Approves Ban on Russian Gas Imports
EU Advances Toward a Russian Gas Ban The European Parliament has cemented a key step in the bloc’s strategy to wean itself off Russian energy, approving a plan to halt imports of Russian natural gas by late 2027. The vote, part of a broader effort to diversify energy supplies and increase resilience, signals a long-term…
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EU Parliament Approves Ban on Russian Gas Imports by 2027
Overview: A Historic Step Toward Energy Independence The European Parliament has given strong political backing to a plan to phase out Russian gas imports by late 2027, marking a pivotal moment in the bloc’s strategy to reduce exposure to Moscow’s energy influence. With a broad majority backing the measure, lawmakers aim to accelerate Europe’s shift…