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China’s Energy Powerhouse Ambitions
Two economic planning documents released at the March meeting of China's National People’s Congress include the term "energy powerhouse" for the first time.
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Hear in-depth conversations with the world’s top energy and climate leaders from government, business, academia, and civil society.
Iran Conflict Brief: Why the UAE Is Leaving OPEC Now
It has been a tumultuous 24 hours for the global energy landscape. Yesterday, the United Arab Emirates sent shockwaves through the oil industry by announcing its withdrawal from...
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Why Microsoft’s Carbon Removal Pullback Is Such a Big Deal
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New York’s Climate Law: Understanding the Trade-offs
On March 20, Governor Kathy Hochul proposed significant changes to New York’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA), the landmark climate law passed in 2019.
New Environmental Intelligence Assessment Points to ‘Catastrophic’ Security Risks
In January 2026, the UK government publicly released an intelligence report analyzing the security implications of global environmental destruction.
