Tag: Energy Transition
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Trump Administration Forces Craig Coal Plant to Stay Online Amid Emergency Electricity Needs
Background In a move that drew both approval from some utility planners and concern from environmental advocates, the Trump administration invoked emergency authority to require the Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association to keep the coal-fired Craig Unit 1 online. The unit, located near Craig, Colorado, had been scheduled for closure after years of operating amid…
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Philippines to spotlight renewables and semiconductors during ASEAN
Philippines to spotlight renewables, minerals, and semiconductors during ASEAN hosting The Philippines is positioning itself as a hub for high-growth sectors as it prepares to host the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) announced a policy push prioritizing renewable energy, minerals, and semiconductors, aiming to attract investment, create…
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Five Key Canadian Politics Stories to Watch in 2026
Introduction: A year of high-stakes politics continues After a year of dramatic shifts in Ottawa, 2026 is poised to keep the momentum going. With a new balance of power and evolving public priorities, several stories will define policy debates, government stability, and Canada’s global stance. Here are the five key narratives to watch through 2026…
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Our 2026 stock picks for Malaysia: navigating growth opportunities
From 2025’s strong gains to 2026’s opportunities The Edge Malaysia Weekly’s readers were treated to a notable performance in 2025, with our 10 stock picks delivering a 10.3% gain, well above the FBM KLCI’s 3.9% rise. As we close the year, the question on everyone’s mind is: what will drive value in 2026? Our outlook…
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SEC to Buy Gippsland Delburn Wind Farm: Government Takes Control to Accelerate Clean Power
Overview: A State-Led Push for Gippsland’s Wind Power The State Electricity Commission (SEC) has announced it will acquire the Delburn Wind Farm in Gippsland, taking full ownership of the project for as much as $700 million. This strategic move marks a decisive shift by the government to accelerate the development of large-scale wind capacity in…
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Venterra secures £40m fundraising amid leadership tensions in renewables
Overview: a cash boost amid internal tensions Venterra, a renewable energy group founded by the former chief executive of Petrofac, is set to announce a £40 million fundraising round this week. The move comes as the company faces growing speculation about its leadership and strategic direction, even as investors appear optimistic about its growth potential…
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Venterra’s £40m Fundraising Highlights Renewables Group’s Leadership Tensions
Venterra Secures £40 Million in Fundraising Amid Leadership Tensions Venterra, the renewables group founded by the former chief executive of Petrofac, is set to announce a £40 million fundraising round this week, according to industry sources. The planned capital raise comes after a tumultuous autumn during which Petrofac, the oilfield services giant that once helped…
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Too much regulation, not enough action: Carney challenges Trudeau on climate policy
Canada’s climate debate heats up as Carney questions policy direction In a pointed shift from the government’s long-running climate narrative, former central banker and policy critic Mark Carney has thrown down a direct challenge to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s climate agenda. Carney contends that Canada faces a regulatory overhang that stifles investment in clean energy…
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Carney Confronts Trudeau’s Climate Drive: Too Much Regulation, Not Enough Action
Overview: Carney Challenges the Status Quo on Climate Policy Former Bank of Canada governor and environmental advocate Mark Carney has emerged as a vocal critic of the current federal climate strategy, arguing that Canada faces a paradox: an excess of regulation paired with insufficient investment in clean energy and technology. In a move that signals…
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Oil Rebounds: Peak Demand Shifts to the 2030s as India Drives Growth
Oil Rebounds and the New Peak Timeline After years of warnings that global oil demand was nearing a ceiling, the energy landscape is showing renewed vigor for fossil fuels. Recent market dynamics indicate that demand may crest in the 2030s rather than the immediate future, a shift that surprises some observers but aligns with a…