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Energy Explained
Get the latest as our experts share their insights on global energy policy.
The US-Venezuela Oil Deal Might De-Risk Oil Company NABEP But Not Venezuela
The White House announced last week an oil deal for more than 65 billion barrels of oil reserves in Venezuela and a 35% equity stake in North American Blue Energy Partners (NABEP).
Podcasts
Hear in-depth conversations with the world’s top energy and climate leaders from government, business, academia, and civil society.
Luisa Palacios and Bob McNally on Why the US-Venezuela Oil Deal Matters
It's been a tumultuous year for Venezuela, marked by political upheaval and deadly earthquakes. Then, in late August, the Trump administration announced a deal for over 65 billion...
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September 21, 2026
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The Future of Climate Tech: Innovation, Careers, and Connections
Join industry leaders, innovators, employers, and emerging talent for an evening exploring the technologies, trends, and career opportunities shaping the future of climate tech.
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Tag: Israel-Iran Conflict
How the Iran War Is Changing Europe’s Energy Transition
The war in Iran is not just another energy shock. It is arriving at a moment when Europe is already under cumulative strain: a war on its eastern border, the lingering aftershocks of the 2022 energy crisis, industrial decline, political fragmentation, fiscal limits, and a widening debate over how much of its own security it must now provide.
Did the Attacks on Iran Succeed?
On June 24, Iran, Israel, and the United States agreed to a cease-fire, putting a halt to nearly two weeks of war.
Can Israel Destroy Iran’s Nuclear Program?
Israel’s decision to attack Iran’s nuclear program on June 12 might go down in history as the start of a significant regional war, and the inflection point that led Iran to finally acquire nuclear weapons.
