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  • [New] The European Commission is considering extending free carbon allowances under the EU Emissions Trading System beyond the current 2039 deadline, provided energy-intensive industries make substantial investments in Europe and continue their decarbonization efforts. Energy in Demand - Sustainable Energy - Rod Janssen
  • [New] Germany will continue to make its contribution - reliably, constructively and with the clear objective of further advancing the international energy transition. Fazit Communication GmbH
  • [New] Copper sits at the center of the energy transition narrative, with analysts and international agencies warning of a potential structural supply deficit within a decade. Kalkine
  • [New] While the United States has reduced investments and proposals related to the energy transition, China seeks to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels both to meet its climate goals and to reduce its vulnerability to external suppliers. Wired
  • [New] The South Korean government is not going to focus just on short-term crisis management, but intends to push ahead unwaveringly with an energy transition. Bloomberg
  • [New] Executive Director of ABC, even limited adoption in U.S. ports could create substantial new demand for biogas and support additional domestic AD development, with further upside as international marine fuel decarbonization accelerates. Biocycle
  • [New] Full decarbonization of international shipping by 2050 will require cumulative investment of between USD1.4 and 1.9 trillion, or roughly USD60 to 70 billion annually over two decades. RNG Strategy Consulting
  • [New] Emerging technologies like blockchain have a key role to play in energy transition and to achieve the Paris climate goal of 1.5 degree, as they have the potential to become a technological bridge towards the energy transition of the 21st century. IFPEN
  • [New] Each Rolls-Royce SMR power station will produce enough stable, affordable and low carbon energy to power a million homes for at least 60 years - more than any other SMR. Rolls-Royce SMR
  • [New] 2026 data shows that the methane decarbonization pathway is moving forward despite geopolitical disruption and regulatory uncertainty, says industry coalition SEA-LNG. MarineLink
  • [New] Europe could start invoicing climate-friendly products - such as decarbonised energy equipment, electric vehicles and commodities essential for electrification - in euro. European Central Bank
  • [New] The energy transition presents significant economic opportunities across the UK, driving innovation and economic growth, as well as supporting jobs and skills. GOV.UK
  • [New] Without decarbonization measures, shipping emissions could reach 130% of 2008 levels by 2050 as trade expands. Nature
  • [New] The emerging carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) industry has historically commanded bipartisan support-Democrats for its emissions reduction potential, Republicans for its ability to keep American oil and gas competitive in a decarbonizing economy. American Affairs Journal
  • [New] While carbon credit markets remain small compared to global needs for climate finance, they hold considerable potential for mobilizing private investment to achieve global climate and energy transition goals. Brookings
  • Japan: inflation and governance reforms signal progress; domestic reinvestment in digitization, decarbonization and fusion is critical amid diplomatic and inflation risks. Amova Asset Management - New Zealand
  • Energy security, once viewed primarily as an international question concerning access to commodities like oil, coal and gas, will become a national governance issue focused on providing continuous service IRENA Geopolitics of the energy transition: Energy security. Green Technology Book: Energy Solutions for Climate Cha
  • SMRs may begin to play a significant role in decarbonization from the mid-2030s, provided that regulatory and investment decisions concerning their deployment are made within this decade. ORF Middle East
  • Australia's energy transition is anchored in a target of 82% renewable electricity by 2030, with investment focused on wind, solar and storage. Horton International | We can help you achieve your goa
  • Geothermal, which can be used for heating as well as electricity generation, could be a powerful, reliable hero of the world's clean energy transition. Reasons to be Cheerful
  • Middle East disruption highlights a core climate risk in the global energy system: continued dependence on imported fossil fuels leaves economies exposed to physical chokepoints, price spikes, and delayed decarbonization. ASUENE | The enterprise climate cloud platform | Carbon

Last updated: 19 June 2026



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