Global Scans · Energy · Weekly Summary

• [New] Following the carve-out, VCI Global will intensify its focus on expanding operations in high-growth sectors, including fintech, data center, AI & robotics, renewable energy and cybersecurity. VCI Global Limited
• [New] Scaling up renewable electricity sources across the EU could reduce electricity generation costs, improve energy independence, and support the transition towards clean industry. Energy in Demand - Sustainable Energy - Rod Janssen
• [New] The largest predicted changes were observed in the Export and Energy Shocks, where in a worst-case scenario, TB incidence and mortality could increase by 5.0% and 4.9%, respectively, in 2035 compared to the No Shocks scenario. BioMed Central
• [New] TB incidence and mortality increased more than for the Export Restriction Shock and Energy Price Shock scenarios combined, with an additional 1.1 million (0.9, 1.3) TB episodes and 177.5 thousand (144.7, 224.3) deaths between 2022 and 2035 compared to the No Shocks scenario. BioMed Central
• [New] Turning recently closed coalmines into solar energy plants could add almost 300 GW of renewable energy by 2030, converting derelict wastelands to productive use. The Overspill: when there's more that I want to say
• [New] In light of rising tensions in Iran and Ukraine, nuclear plants have become vulnerable to strikes, further exacerbating concerns about energy security and environmental risks. Scribd
• [New] One of the big projects that gets a lot of air time is pipelines to transport Canadian oil, a major source of pollution due to greenhouse gas emissions. SenCanada
• [New] Union Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar declared that Bihar will soon have its first nuclear power plant, making it one of the first six Indian states to be included in the rollout of Small Modular Reactor (SMR) - based energy systems. SSBCrackExams
• [New] The apparent vulnerability of Gulf oil has increased demand for alternative energy supplies in China, the United States and Europe. UnHerd
• [New] The International Atomic Energy Association director warned of a dangerous degradation of nuclear security at Iranian nuclear sites due to Israeli strikes. Critical Threats
• [New] The Union Budget 2025-2026 of India focuses on expanding nuclear power, allocating Rs20,000 crore to the Nuclear Energy Mission, which aims to advance research and development of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs). IEA
• [New] If effectively implemented, digital solutions could reduce global greenhouse gas emissions by 15-20% by 2030, especially by improving efficiency in the construction, energy, transport and manufacturing sectors. Telefonica
• [New] The potential partnership with Russia offers Mexico a chance to diversify its energy sources and technologies, which could mitigate geopolitical risks and supply shocks. The Pinnacle Gazette
• [New] Bihar is set to join the elite club of states with nuclear power plants, thanks to the Nuclear Energy Mission announced in the Union Budget 2025-26. Global Education News
• [New] Electrification is one of the most important strategies for reducing CO2 emissions from energy in the Net Zero Emissions by 2050 Scenario, where the majority of emissions reductions from electrification come from the shift towards electric transport and the installation of heat pumps. IEA
• [New] Residential buildings present the biggest opportunity for reducing gas use in Victoria - efficient electrification could drive a projected 64% drop in gas use between 2025 and 2035. HVAC&R News
• [New] Over the past five years, the global energy system and international energy markets have been rocked by a series of seismic events causing supply chain disruption, energy supply shortages, record energy prices, and increased volatility across international markets. Statistical review of world energy
• [New] The ongoing tensions between Israel and Iran hold serious consequences for global energy markets, especially for countries like India, which rely heavily on oil and gas imports as Iran has reportedly threatened that it could consider closing the strait of Hormuz. Compass by Rau's IAS
• [New] The International Energy Agency forecasts a significant increase in nuclear power, but stresses that challenges like costs and project overruns need addressing. GreenBusinessBarbados.com
• [New] Finally increased transparency on the origin of stored gas, requiring Member States to report the share of gas originating from Russia will be required. ""
• Sectoral Disruptions: Droughts disrupt hydropower generation & inland water transport (e.g., Panama Canal), countries like India & Australia are at high risk. PMF IAS
• In Europe, the EC aims for 300 GW of offshore wind by 2050, with floating platforms playing a critical role. Yahoo Finance

Last updated: 29 June 2025