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Is Climate Change Going Back to the Supreme Court? (Minnesota Edition) [UPDATED]

The justices are considering whether to grant certiorari in Minnesota's lawsuit against energy companies.

Reason

'How much is needed and what for?' Climate finance on agenda at COP28

As the COP28 climate talks kick off in the United Arab Emirates, we take a look at poorer nations' financial needs in order to keep temperatures from rising. Experts estimate that $1 trillion in external assistance will have to be spent by 2030 on the energy transition, climate resilience and…

France 24

Energy secretary admits Rishi Sunak’s North Sea oil expansion plans ‘won’t bring bills down’

The energy secretary has admitted that Rishi Sunak’s flagship energy policy will not bring household bills down.

The Independent UK

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Grattan on Friday: Treasurer Jim Chalmers pumps up his role in energy transition

Jim Chalmers – as if he doesn’t have enough on his plate – is marching into the centre of energy policy.

The Conversation

This dying, sweary Tory government wants to drag us down with it

They’re trashing our energy policy, asylum system and global reputation on the way out… and the language!

The Guardian - UK

Does the UK need more North Sea oil and gas?

Rishi Sunak’s announcement that he will allow more drilling in the North Sea has led to new questions over the future of UK energy policy.

The Week

Eppo prepping hydrogen pilot project

Energy officials plan to push ahead with hydrogen fuel development in an effort to make it one of the main fuels used in the power, transport and industrial sectors, with the aim of becoming less dependent on fossil fuels, says the Energy Policy and Planning Office (Eppo).

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‘Eco-zealots’ are writing Labour’s energy policy, says Sunak

Rishi Sunak suggested Labour’s plans to end North Sea oil and gas exploration amounted to an ‘energy surrender’ which would benefit Vladimir Putin.

The Independent UK

Keir Starmer pledges ‘good, union jobs’ amid energy row with GMB

Labour leader to address union’s conference after its leader attacks plan to ban new North Sea oil and gas extraction

The Guardian - UK

Labour set to ban new North Sea oil and gas developments in race to net zero

Keir Starmer is set to make the announcement when he visits Scotland next month to set out his net zero energy policy.

Daily Record

Youth climate lawsuit attorneys say Montana tried to scuttle trial by dropping energy policy

Attorneys for a group of youths suing Montana over damages caused by climate change say officials repealed the state’s energy policy to avoid an upcoming trial

The Independent UK

County Durham arm of steel specialist William Cook could benefit from defence spending

Owner Sir Andrew Cook described the operation of several "zombie foundries" as an irritation and berated a lack of coherency in the Government's energy policy

Birmingham Post

Macron to head for state visit to Germany with China and energy in the spotlight

French President Emmanuel Macron will make his first state visit to Germany in July amid tensions on issues ranging from energy policy to China.

Radio France Internationale

I know a power bill con when I see one

What is your reaction when seeing the latest electricity bill?

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Power bills set to fall for rest of 2023

Electricity bills are likely to decline during the last four months of this year, with the power tariff expected to reach 4.30 or 4.40 baht per kilowatt-hour (unit), according to the Energy Policy and Planning Office (Eppo).

AAP

Santos CEO derides Greens influence on energy policy

Santos CEO Kevin Gallagher says Australia's energy policies have handed power to the Greens who just want to shut everything down.

Bangkok Post

Huge renewable scheme up for auction

Energy officials are preparing to organise a new auction for a 3.66-gigawatt renewable power scheme to increase clean energy usage in Thailand, says the National Energy Policy Council (NEPC).

The National (Scotland)

UK Government energy policy undermines net zero goals, campaigners warn

THE UK Government is undermining net zero ambitions by decisions such as allowing new exploration in the North Sea and coal mining, campaigners say.

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The Conversation

As US-EU trade tensions rise, conflicting carbon tariffs could undermine climate efforts

Rising trade tensions between the U.S. and the European Union, two of the most important global leaders when it comes to climate policy, could undermine key climate initiatives of both governments and make it harder for the world to put the brakes on climate change.

The Guardian - UK

Fatal disconnection: how an elderly couple’s deaths shaped UK energy policy

The discovery of the bodies of Gertrude and George Bates at home in 2003 after their gas was cut off prompted new Ofgem supplier safety guidelines. But the dangers for vulnerable people remain

Bangkok Post

Group maintains LPG prices at 408 baht

The Energy Policy Administration Committee (Epac) has decided to continue capping the price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), which is used as cooking gas, at 408 baht per 15-kilogramme cylinder until the end of next month in a bid to slow rising living costs.

Bangkok Post

Energy demand poised to grow 3.2%

Energy consumption is expected to grow by 3.2% next year, driven by economic growth estimated in a range of 3-4%, says the Energy Policy and Planning Office (Eppo).

Bangkok Post

Energy consumption forecast to rise 3.2% next year

Energy consumption is forecast to increase by 3.2% next year on projected economic growth and other data, the Energy Policy and Planning Office said on Friday.

The Independent UK

French President visits New Orleans, Louisiana

French President Emmanuel Macron will head to Louisiana on the last day of his visit to the U.S. Macron's office said the visit is being held to celebrate longstanding cultural ties and to discuss energy policy

Bangkok Post

PTT asked for assistance

The National Energy Policy Council (NEPC) has resolved to ask national oil and gas conglomerate PTT Plc to allocate 6 billion baht to help the government cap the increasing power tariff, part of efforts to slow the surge in electricity bills.

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