US greenhouse gas emissions up 3.3%
Higher energy consumption and warmer weather conspired to drive up total US greenhouse gas emissions 3.3% to 6.9bnt between 2009 and 2010.
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Mexico shows little urgency to exploit shale oil reserves
Despite the enthusiasm of Mexico’s energy minister Jordy Herrera to exploit the country’s shale gas and oil reserves, state-owned monopoly Pemex is playing it cool.
Australia publishes rules for AUD8.6bn in carbon support
The Australian government has made public the rules governing the allocation of AUD8.6bn (US$9.2bn) in free carbon permits to polluting industries.
UK industry could save up to GBP1.4bn with modernised lighting
UK industry could save up to GBP1.4bn if it ditches old lighting technology, according to a major new study undertaken by UK lighting startup Vita Energia.
China’s State Grid in talks to buy AES Corp stake
State Grid Corp of China is looking to buy a 80% stake in US AES Corp’s wind power company.
Japan January anthracite imports up 23.5% YoY
Japan imports nearly a quarter more anthracite in January, says its customs department.
ABB wins US$90m power order to improve Michigan grid stability
American Transmission Co awards ABB a US$90m order to improve its Michigan grid stability.
Armenia to raise tariffs for majority of power companies
Armenian power producers see tariffs rise.
UK energy production declines 14%
The UK’s energy output dropped by 14% last year following decreases in gas and oil production from the continental shelf. Energy use fell by 7%, according to government figures.
China expected to face power shortages this year
Drought-induced shortfalls in hydropower and higher coal prices are expected to lead to further power shortages in China this year.
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