Energy
Emilia Calleja presents CFE advances in appearance before deputies
Juan Pérez Larawang ginawa ng AI
The director of the Federal Electricity Commission (CFE), Emilia Esther Calleja Alor, appeared before the Energy Commission of the Chamber of Deputies to detail the company's achievements in 2025, as part of Claudia Sheinbaum's First Government Report. She highlighted subsidies for family tariffs, reduction in electrical interruptions, and infrastructure expansions. The presentation emphasized energy sovereignty and partnerships with the private sector.
Posco International expands partnership with Norwegian firm in energy
Posco International, the trading arm of Posco Group, announced it will expand its partnership with a Norwegian energy company in offshore wind power, steel supply, and liquefied natural gas (LNG) delivery. The two firms signed an agreement to jointly develop offshore wind projects, supply steel products, and cooperate in LNG trading. This builds on an initial partnership agreement signed in 2023.
Readers divided on oil drilling in Amazon mouth
Petrobras received Ibama authorization to drill its first exploratory well in the Foz do Amazonas basin on Monday, October 20. The license sparked debates between the government's energy and environmental wings and divided Folha readers' opinions. Some support exploration for economic benefits, while others highlight environmental risks.
Data center boom threatens western US resources
A surge in data centers across the western United States is driving up electricity and water demands, potentially increasing consumer bills and hindering climate goals. A new report from Western Resource Advocates warns that without stronger regulations, households could bear the financial and environmental costs. The boom risks extending fossil fuel use and straining water supplies in arid regions.
Dangote targets $100 billion growth by 2030 at Afreximbank event
Alhaji Aliko Dangote, president of the Dangote Group, announced plans to transform his conglomerate into a $100 billion enterprise by 2030 during the Afreximbank Legacy Conference in Cairo. The vision includes doubling refinery production to cut fuel prices by up to 50 percent and boosting Africa's self-sufficiency in energy and manufacturing. The announcement coincided with the investiture of Dr. George Elombi as Afreximbank's new president.
U.S. power outages increase due to aging grid and severe weather
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Takaichi tells Trump Japan will continue Russian LNG imports
Raj Patel Larawang ginawa ng AI
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi met U.S. President Donald Trump in Tokyo on October 28 for their first summit, informing him that Japan intends to continue importing Russian liquefied natural gas for the time being. The U.S. had urged Japan to end such imports to bolster sanctions on Russia, but Takaichi stressed the necessity due to risks of domestic power shortages. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral ties and defense cooperation.
Lucosa congratulates Usenbo on Edo power commissioner appointment
The Lagos State University College of Sciences Alumni Association (LUCOSA) has congratulated Matthew Usenbo on his appointment as Edo State Commissioner for Power. This recognition highlights Usenbo's new role in the state's energy sector. The announcement comes amid ongoing developments in Nigerian state governance.
Swedish power grid confirms hacker attack
Svenska kraftnät has confirmed a data breach after hacker group Everest claimed to have stolen large amounts of data. The group is now demanding money to avoid leaking the information and has been linked to Russian cyber groups. The authority is investigating the scope without impact on the power system.
Chamber president does not rule out voting accusation against pardow before elections
Former Energy Minister Diego Pardow was notified of a constitutional accusation over an electricity billing error, with opposition pressure to vote on it before the November 16 elections. Chamber President José Miguel Castro expressed openness to a session on November 15, though Deputy Jaime Mulet stressed respecting deadlines to ensure due process. The government will handle Pardow's legal defense, citing an institutional principle.
Inga hydro project seeks to power Africa's data centers
The world's largest hydroelectric project at Inga in Africa boasts a 44-gigawatt capacity, equivalent to 88 nuclear reactors. Officials aim to use this clean power to fuel the continent's data revolution. The initiative could reshape energy management amid rising demand from AI technologies.