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Hand typing at futuristic AI keyboard with cybersecurity interface

May 28th, 2026

Artificial Intelligence: China expands computing network

To assume a leading role in AI by 2030, China will have to provide more energy. The country’s energy authority has now reported an interim success.

By Manuel Liu

Arbeiten an einer 380-kV Höchstspannungsfreileitung, Neubau, entlang der Autobahn A57, bei Meerbusch, Arbeiter auf den Auslegern des Hochspannungsmasts, NRW, Deutschland,

News | Energy supply

April 23rd, 2026

Grid expansion: How the German federal government, states and municipalities can close the equity gap for energy providers

Closer coordination among federal agencies could make investment in electricity and heating networks easier. That is the proposal put forward by the think tanks Dezernat Zukunft – Institute for Macrofinance, the Climate Neutrality Foundation and Agora Energiewende.

By Kai Schöneberg

Ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz on April 8.

News | Iran

April 13th, 2026

Strait of Hormuz: How the US blockade is putting pressure on China

The US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is hitting China especially hard as the largest buyer of Iranian crude oil. The supply gap is forcing Beijing to recalibrate its energy imports. That could even push it toward cooperation with the Trump administration.

By Manuel Liu

News | Energy security

April 2nd, 2026

EU Energy Council: Jørgensen urges energy conservation and recommends stricter speed limits

On Tuesday, EU energy ministers discussed a joint response to the situation in the Gulf. Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen recommended, among other things, energy conservation measures modeled on the IEA’s ten-point plan.

By Manuel Berkel

Feature | Energy supply

March 27th, 2026

War with Iran: Why Nigeria’s natural gas ambitions are gaining momentum now

The war in Iran has put global natural gas markets under strain. Nigeria, home to Africa’s largest gas reserves, is seeking to position itself as a long-term alternative supplier to Europe.

By Silas Jonathan

Windrad Deutschland im Juni 2023: Windräder vor Sonnenaufgang im Nebel Dunst.

News | Energy policy

March 26th, 2026

Grid Package: Redispatch reservation could affect one in five districts

According to Green Planet Energy, the proposed grid package will severely curtail the expansion of wind and solar energy in Germany. Investments may no longer be profitable because there will be no compensation for curtailments due to grid congestion.

By Manuel Berkel

News | Electricity

March 22nd, 2026

India: Coal remains the backbone of electricity generation

India's peak electricity demand will reach approximately 459 GW in 2036. Although India is investing in renewable energy, a structural problem remains regarding its availability.

By Marcel Grzanna

Südkorea Öl Sprit Energieversorgung Tankstelle Konjunktur

News | Energy supply

March 22nd, 2026

South Korea: Crisis management like in 1997

South Korea is heavily dependent on energy imports. Because shipments through the Strait of Hormuz have been disrupted, Seoul has announced alternatives to ensure a steady supply.

By Marcel Grzanna

Talk of the Town | Energy

March 19th, 2026

Ammonia: How Germany is positioning itself for Asia’s energy transition

As an energy carrier, industrial feedstock and potential marine fuel, ammonia is set to play a major role – especially in Asia’s future energy system. German companies are among the global leaders in many of the key technologies needed to scale it.

By Christian Domke Seidel

Feature | Energy efficiency

March 19th, 2026

War with Iran: Why the Government Isn't Prioritizing Energy Conservation

Greater energy efficiency could help companies cope with rising energy prices. But the Ministry of Economic Affairs is relying on market incentives and would rather relax efficiency standards. Critics point to potential savings and climate protection.

By Nico Beckert