US President Trump threatened to bomb Iranian infrastructure if attacks on Red Sea shipping continue, escalating tensions. This coincides with Houthi rebel attacks in the Red Sea and mixed Q2 earnings from major tech firms like Alphabet, Tesla, and IBM.
Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei stated that recent US strikes on Iran, including civilian infrastructure in Chabahar, resemble tactics used by the Islamic State terrorist organization, following a new round of escalation between the two nations.
The Bank of England will no longer accept thermal coal-linked bonds as collateral for loans to commercial banks starting October, citing financial risks from the shift to net zero. Climate campaigners hail the move as a victory, hoping it pressures banks to divest from polluting assets.
Burundi is seeking Russian technical assistance for the construction of small nuclear power plants. Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Burundi has signed a memorandum with Rosatom, and training for Burundian nationals is already underway in Russia.
Cuba experienced its third nationwide power outage of the year on Monday, plunging its 9.6 million inhabitants into darkness. The state electricity company announced a total disconnection, citing unspecified reasons, while officials blamed US sanctions for exacerbating an energy collapse.
Cuba experienced its third nationwide power outage of the year on Monday, with the state electricity company investigating the cause. The island, already facing severe fuel shortages exacerbated by US sanctions, is struggling to maintain power, leading to daily life disruptions and growing concerns about a humanitarian crisis.
Cuba experienced its third nationwide power outage of the year on Monday, with the state electricity company investigating the causes. The island nation, already facing fuel shortages exacerbated by US sanctions, is implementing severe power cuts.
Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev stated the company is the world leader in small nuclear power plants and is expanding its product line, with about a dozen reactor plant projects for low-power nuclear power plants (LPNPP) in development. The RITM family of reactors is highlighted as the most advanced technology.
Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev stated that Russia must reform its nuclear energy regulations to maintain global leadership in small nuclear power plants (SNPPs). He cited the need for new licensing approaches for these "fundamentally new facilities" and pointed to the US regulator's supportive role in their industry's success.
Britain's grid operator, Neso, is expected to pay millions to secure extra electricity on Wednesday evening due to extreme heat straining the energy system. High demand from air conditioning and low wind generation prompted the payment to avoid a rare summer power supply crunch.
India is significantly increasing domestic coal usage at power plants designed for imports, exceeding 50% capacity. This move aims to cut costly overseas purchases, aided by higher renewable energy generation and plant modifications to handle local coal's ash content.
Microsoft has signed a long-term energy purchase agreement with Chevron to power a new data center in West Texas. GE Vernova will supply natural gas turbines for the project, which aims to provide behind-the-meter energy to avoid stressing local grids. Despite industry challenges and analyst concerns, the deal is seen as a positive development for GE Vernova.
Nvidia announced a warm-water cooling system that drastically cuts water usage within data centers. However, critics point out it ignores significant water consumption from electricity generation and chip manufacturing, which can double or triple a facility's total water footprint.
El Gobierno español planea cerrar la central nuclear de Almaraz en 2027 y todas las demás para 2035, a pesar de la oposición y los objetivos de independencia energética. Se sugiere posponer el cierre para alinearse con la política europea y la lucha contra el cambio climático.
President Vladimir Putin stated that Russia is providing assistance to ASEAN member countries in developing their nuclear energy sectors. He highlighted Rosatom's capabilities in building power plants, establishing new industries, training specialists, and sharing knowledge in nuclear medicine and agriculture.
Critical Energy, a startup focused on modular turbines for geothermal power plants, has raised $19 million in seed funding. The company aims to address a shortage of compatible turbines and plans to build its first 2.5 MW project by 2027, potentially outpacing nuclear energy deployments.
The UK's National Cyber Security Centre reported over 200 cyber-incidents hitting critical national infrastructure in the past year, with state-linked actors, including Russia, China, and Iran, responsible for three-quarters of attacks. Advances in AI are expected to accelerate threats by 2028.
The UK will supply enriched uranium to Ukraine for its nuclear power stations and impose new sanctions on Russia. Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the support package, which includes a major energy deal to power Ukraine for the next two years through UK nuclear fuel supply, also supporting British jobs.
The UK will supply enriched uranium to Ukraine's nuclear power plants for two years, worth 210 million pounds ($280 million). The deal, supported by UK Export Finance, involves Urenco supplying Energoatom and extends a previous contract.
SpaceX alumni Sara Spangelo and Ben Longmier have launched Ambrosia Energy, aiming to build solar and battery power plants faster and cheaper than natural gas alternatives. Their goal is to offer power at $100 per megawatt-hour and achieve gigawatt scale by the end of the decade.
Donald Trump threatened to bomb Iran's power plants if a deal isn't reached, accusing Tehran of "playing us for suckers." The US and Iran exchanged strikes, with Iran targeting bases in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan.
Donald Trump is allocating $700m to coal-fired power plants using the Defense Production Act. The funds will support existing plants, build new ones, and create an export terminal, despite coal being a major cause of climate change and respiratory illnesses.
IAEA Deputy Director General Mikhail Chudakov stated that military strikes on the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant are "absolutely unacceptable." He noted that while nuclear power plants offer significant energy advantages, they are vulnerable to attacks. This statement follows a recent Ukrainian drone strike on the plant's machine room.
Russia's Economic Development Minister Maxim Reshetnikov stated that Moscow sees prospects for building additional Russian-designed nuclear power units in Brazil, including both large and small capacity options. He also highlighted ongoing cooperation in the IT sector, focusing on digitalization and cybersecurity solutions.
