The US hits Russia with ‘war crimes’ sanctions, Europe following.
The United States has launched a new wave of financial sanctions against Russia, focusing on President Vladimir Putin's family and two major banks. The UK and EU are set to follow, escalating economic pressure over the Ukraine invasion and alleged war crimes.
Asia’s US$350bil gas projects intensify the clean energy debate.
Asia is investing over US$350 billion in liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects, aiming to reduce coal consumption while triggering debates about long-term fossil fuel dependence and renewable energy adoption across China, Philippines, and Vietnam.
Guyana OKs Exxon’s $10B Yellowtail offshore oil project.
Guyana has granted ExxonMobil permission to develop its fourth offshore oil field, the Yellowtail Project. With a $10 billion investment, the project aims to produce up to 250,000 barrels per day, adding to the company's existing Liza and Payara fields. The development is expected to come onstream by 2025.
The US to seek Russia’s suspension from Human Rights Council.
The United States is moving to suspend Russia from the UN Human Rights Council following reports of potential war crimes in Ukraine. U.S. Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield cited increasing evidence of violence against civilians in Bucha near Kyiv, calling for Russia to be held accountable for its actions.
WHO says 99% of the world’s population breathes poor-quality air.
The World Health Organization warns that nearly all global populations breathe air failing quality standards, with pollutants causing respiratory issues and millions of preventable deaths annually.
Lithuania cuts off Russian gas imports and urges the EU to...
Lithuania becomes first EU nation to completely halt Russian gas imports, signaling strong stance against Moscow's energy influence and supporting Ukraine's resistance.
Russian space chief: Sanctions could imperil space station.
Roscosmos head Dmitry Rogozin suggests Western sanctions may threaten International Space Station operations, with agency preparing report on future international cooperation after analyzing potential impacts on Russian spacecraft servicing and mission capabilities.
European inflation soars to a record 7.5% on fuel, food costs.
Eurozone consumer prices surge to unprecedented 7.5% in March, marking the highest inflation rate since 1997. Energy and food costs drive significant price increases, putting pressure on consumers and central banks to respond to economic challenges.
Greenhouse gas emissions rose in Rhode Island.
Rhode Island's greenhouse gas emissions rose by 8.2% from 2017 to 2018, primarily from transportation and electricity sectors. This increase puts the state's climate reduction targets at risk, with officials concerned about meeting the 10% emissions reduction mandate by 2020.
Poland to end Russian oil imports; Germany warns on gas.
Poland moves to halt Russian oil imports by year's end, signaling EU's growing resolve to reduce energy dependence on Moscow. Germany calls for gas conservation as the conflict disrupts European energy supplies.
