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Germany seeks to boost renewable energy and cut Russian imports.
Germany's government unveiled a comprehensive 600-page "Easter package" to dramatically increase renewable energy production, targeting almost 100% renewable electricity by 2035. The reforms simplify bureaucratic processes and declare renewable energy installations as a matter of "overriding public interest," addressing previous barriers to wind and solar expansion.
UN to vote on suspending Russia from the rights council.
The United Nations will vote on suspending Russia from the Human Rights Council following discovery of civilian bodies in Bucha, near Kyiv. U.S. Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield called for Russia's removal, citing evidence of potential war crimes after troops withdrew from towns surrounding the Ukrainian capital.
The US hits Russia with ‘war crimes’ sanctions, Europe following.
The United States has rolled out fresh financial sanctions against Russia, focusing on President Vladimir Putin's family and blocking two major Russian banks. The UK and EU are following suit, escalating economic pressure in response to alleged war crimes in Ukraine.
Asia’s US$350bil gas projects intensify the clean energy debate.
Asia is investing over US$350 billion in gas projects to reduce coal dependency, but experts warn this could potentially slow renewable energy adoption and lock in fossil fuel use for decades.
Guyana OKs Exxon’s $10B Yellowtail offshore oil project.
Guyana's government has approved ExxonMobil's $10 billion Yellowtail offshore oil project, marking the company's fourth field development. Expected to produce up to 250,000 barrels per day, the project will come onstream by 2025, adding to Exxon's existing Liza and Payara fields and strengthening Guyana's energy sector.
The US to seek Russia’s suspension from Human Rights Council.
The United States plans to seek Russia's suspension from the UN Human Rights Council, citing potential war crimes in Ukraine. U.S. Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield highlighted reports of civilian violence in Bucha as justification for holding Russia accountable.
WHO says 99% of the world’s population breathes poor-quality air.
The World Health Organization reports that nearly everyone worldwide is exposed to air that exceeds safe quality limits, with pollutants causing millions of preventable deaths annually by penetrating lungs and bloodstreams.
Lithuania cuts off Russian gas imports and urges the EU to...
Lithuania has completely eliminated Russian gas imports, marking a significant milestone in energy independence. The country's energy ministry announced the move as a response to Russia's energy blackmail and ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Russian space chief: Sanctions could imperil space station.
Dmitry Rogozin from Roscosmos suggests Western sanctions could disrupt Russian spacecraft missions to the International Space Station, signaling potential challenges in ongoing space collaboration.
European inflation soars to a record 7.5% on fuel, food costs.
Eurostat reports eurozone inflation surged to 7.5% in March, the highest since 1997, as rising energy prices and the Ukraine war squeeze consumer spending. This marks the fifth consecutive month of record-breaking inflation, reflecting global economic challenges and increasing cost of living pressures.
