Energy
US Skilled Labor Shortage, Rising Construction Costs Threaten to Derail New LNG Projects
Some new liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects in the US Gulf Coast are experiencing delays due to a shortage of skilled labor.
Oil Prices Rise Above Expectations Following Economic Recovery and Drop in US Crude Stockpiles
Oil prices surged on Thursday, June 20, driven by a rally in equity markets and a decline in US crude stockpiles, reaching $75 per barrel for Brent crude and $72 per barrel for West Texas Intermediate.
Dutton's Nuclear Power Ambitions Criticized for Potential Taxpayer Burden
Peter Dutton's plan to introduce nuclear power across Australia met with strong resistance due to potential taxpayer burden, with critics citing similar international ventures costing billions.
Ecuador Hit by Nationwide Power Blackout
A power blackout affected the whole of Ecuador on June 19, 2024, which left the whole country and its 18 million people without power.