Energy News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on April 26, 2025.
MIL-OSI Africa: AI policies in Africa: lessons from Ghana and Rwanda
Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Thompson Gyedu Kwarkye, Postdoctoral Researcher, University College Dublin Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasing productivity and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. It powers self-driving cars, social media feeds, fraud detection and medical diagnoses. Touted as a game changer, it is projected to add nearly US$15.7 trillion to the global economy by the end of the decade. Africa is positioned to use this technology in several sectors. In Ghana, Kenya and South Africa, AI-led digital tools in use include drones for farm management, X-ray screening for tuberculosis diagnosis, and real-time tracking systems for packages […]
MIL-OSI Submissions: Energy – Equinor’s first quarter 2025 safety results
Source: Equinor 25 APRIL 2025 – Equinor’s safety trend continues in a positive direction. At the end of the first quarter, the total number of serious incidents and personal injuries per million hours worked remains at the lowest level so far for the company. At the end of the first quarter of 2025, the serious incident frequency per million hours worked (SIF) was 0.28*, an improvement from the fourth quarter of 2024. Serious personal injuries are also included in the serious incident statistics. “Along with our suppliers and partners, we’re continuing our efforts to prevent major accidents and serious personal injuries, […]
MIL-OSI: Trillion Energy Announces Election to Issue Common Shares in Satisfaction of Convertible Debenture Interest Payment Obligations and Shares for Debt Settlement
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Vancouver, B.C. , April 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Trillion Energy International Inc. (“Trillion” or the “Company”) (CSE: TCF) (OTCQB: TRLEF) (Frankfurt: Z62) announces that in accordance with the terms of a debenture indenture entered into between the Company and Odyssey Trust Company (“Odyssey“) dated April 20, 2023 (the “Base Indenture“) as supplemented by the first supplemental debenture indenture dated as of September 14, 2023 (together with the Base Indenture, the “Indenture“), governing the 12.0% convertible debentures of the Company (aggregate principal amount of $15,000,000) maturing on April 30, 2025 (the “Convertible Debentures“), holders (each, a “Debentureholder“) representing […]
MIL-OSI Economics: Europe’s hydrogen initiatives and renewable energy auctions to accelerate region’s energy transition, says GlobalData
Source: GlobalData Europe’s hydrogen initiatives and renewable energy auctions to accelerate region’s energy transition, says GlobalData Posted in Power Three years into the Russia-Ukraine conflict, Europe has significantly diminished its reliance on Russia. Even though the EU has been importing liquified natural gas (LNG) primarily from the US, Norway, and Qatar since the onset of hostilities, the continent has decreased its overall consumption of fossil fuels, particularly the power sector has progressively become cleaner. The structural modifications to the permitting process for renewable energy projects and hydrogen initiatives are expected to further accelerate the region’s energy transition, says GlobalData, a […]
MIL-OSI: Amplify Energy and Juniper Capital Announce Termination of Merger Agreement
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) HOUSTON, April 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Amplify Energy Corp. (NYSE: AMPY) (“Amplify” or the “Company”) announced today that the Company and Juniper Capital Advisors, L.P. (“Juniper”) have entered into a mutual termination agreement (“Termination Agreement”) to terminate (the “Termination”) the previously announced Agreement and Plan of Merger (the “Merger Agreement”) in light of the extraordinary volatility in the market. In accordance with the terms of the Termination Agreement, Juniper is receiving a cash payment of $800,000 in lieu of any termination fee which might have been otherwise payable pursuant to the Merger Agreement. In view of […]
MIL-OSI: Epsilon Energy Ltd. Schedules First Quarter 2025 Earnings Release and Conference Call
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) HOUSTON, April 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Epsilon Energy Ltd. (“Epsilon” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: EPSN) today announced that it will issue its first quarter 2025 earnings release on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 after the market close and host a conference call to discuss its financial and operating results on Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Central Time (11:00 a.m. Eastern Time). Interested parties in the United States and Canada may participate toll-free by dialing (833) 816-1385. International parties may participate by dialing (412) 317-0478. Participants should ask to be joined to the “Epsilon Energy First […]
MIL-OSI USA: Pressley Joins Warren, Massachusetts Lawmakers Sounding Alarm on Trump Cuts to National Endowment for the Humanities Staff, Grants
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07) “We write to seek answers about why you are crippling an agency that punches so far above its weight and is essential to enabling access to libraries, museums, archives, historic sites and more for Massachusetts residents and Americans in every state.” Lawmakers highlight Massachusetts impacts, including canceled projects which helped state capture and preserve history and culture, promote learning, make humanities more accessible Text of Letter (PDF) WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07) joins Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Ed Markey (D-MA), along with Representatives Jake Auchincloss (MA-04), Bill Keating […]
MIL-OSI USA: WEEK 14 WINS: President Trump Drives Economic Growth and Strengthens National Security
US Senate News: Source: The White House This week, President Donald J. Trump and his administration delivered another series of bold victories for the American people, advancing economic prosperity, enhancing national security, and restoring common sense to government. From unleashing American energy dominance to cracking down on illicit foreign activities, the Trump Administration continues its relentless pursuit of policies that prioritize American workers, families, and communities. Here is a non-comprehensive list of wins in week 14: President Trump’s unrelenting commitment to revitalizing American manufacturing delivered more results, driving job creation and economic growth nationwide. Roche, a Swiss drug and diagnostics […]
MIL-OSI USA: Shaheen Discusses New Hampshire’s Child Care Crisis in Merrimack; Highlights Trump’s Dangerous Staffing Cuts at Head Start and Fuel Assistance Programs; Concludes “Medicaid Impact Tour,” Holds Roundtable on Trump’s HHS Cuts at NAMI in Concord
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for New Hampshire Jeanne Shaheen (Concord, NH) – Today, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) visited the YMCA of Greater Nashua’s Merrimack Branch to discuss New Hampshire’s child care crisis. She then toured Community Action Partnership Hillsborough and Rockingham Counties’ (CAPHR) Opportunity Center in Manchester to highlight the Trump administration’s dangerous staffing cuts at Head Start and the Low Income Home Energy Program (LIHEAP). Later, Shaheen concluded her weeklong “Medicaid Impact Tour” and underscored the negative impact of $80 million in federal funding cuts from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Earth Sciences Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh chairs a high-level meeting of India Meteorological Department (IMD) and key ministries to review India’s weather and disaster preparedness
Source: Government of India Earth Sciences Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh chairs a high-level meeting of India Meteorological Department (IMD) and key ministries to review India’s weather and disaster preparednessAlso rolls out future roadmap for accurate forecasts For Delhi, which has 18 Automatic Weather Stations (AWS) in operation, the Minister directs officials to expedite the installation of 50 additional systems, with a long-term goal of scaling up to 100 AWS, this move aims to bring Delhi’s weather forecasting infrastructure on par with global standards Minister briefed about the progress of “Mission Mausam” initiative launched by PM Modi, which aims to revolutionize […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Eight more trial projects on hydrogen fuel technology given agreement-in-principle by Inter-departmental Working Group on Using Hydrogen as Fuel
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region A spokesman for the Environment and Ecology Bureau (EEB) said that the Inter-departmental Working Group on Using Hydrogen as Fuel (Working Group) led by the EEB has given agreement-in-principle to eight more applications of trial projects on hydrogen fuel technology at its meeting today (April 25). The relevant projects involve: (a) an application jointly submitted by International New Energy Industry Alliance Limited, Wing Tat Cargo & Trading (HK) Limited, H2 Powertrains Limited and Ontime International Logistics (HK) Co Limited, to try out 10 hydrogen fuel cell (HFC) goods vehicles for cross-boundary transport; To date, […]
MIL-OSI Global: Leading by example: how the rich and powerful can inspire more climate action
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Sam Hampton, Researcher, Environmental Geography, University of Oxford In a survey covering the UK, China, Sweden and Brazil, a majority of people agreed that we need to drastically change the way we live and how society operates, to address climate change. Another study involving more than 130,000 people across 125 countries found that 69% said they would donate 1% of their income to climate action. However, when asked in the same survey what proportion of others in their country would be willing to do the same, the average estimate was only 43%. This […]
MIL-OSI USA: Congressman Al Green to Hold Press Event Addressing Republicans Indicating They Cannot and Will Not Support Significant Medicaid Cuts, Will Also Explain the Need for Medicaid
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Al Green (TX-9) (Houston, TX) — On Thursday, April 17, 2025, Congressman Al Green will address statements made by a dozen Republicans addressed to House leadership indicating that they will not make significant cuts to Medicaid. Although, this is vindication of Congressman Green’s taking a stand and speaking out during the Joint Session of Congress, it does not ameliorate the necessity to employ vigilance during the budgetary process. Congressman Al Green, alongside non-profits, Healthcare for the Homeless and The Arc of Harris County, expressed strong support for the Medicaid Matters Day of […]
MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Panetta Authors Legislation to Protect the Central Coast from Offshore Drilling
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Jimmy Panetta (D-Calif) Monterey, CA – On Earth Day, United States Representative Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) authored and introduced the Central Coast of California Conservation Act of 2025. This legislation would prohibit any new leasing for the exploration, development, or production of oil or natural gas in the Central California Planning Area, which extends all along California’s 19th Congressional District, including from the northern border of San Luis Obispo County to the northern border of Santa Cruz County. The bill would ensure protections up to Mendocino County. Rep. Panetta introduced this legislation as part of […]
MIL-OSI USA: Bilirakis, Tonko, Crenshaw, Khanna, Peters and Liccardo Celebrate Re-launch of Longevity Science Caucus
Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Gus Bilirakis (FL-12) Washington, D.C. – Representatives Gus Bilirakis (R-FL), Congressman Paul Tonko (D-NY), Dan Crenshaw (R-TX), Ro Khanna (D-PA), Scott Peters (D-CA) and Sam Liccardo (D-CA) are proud to announce the re-launch of the Congressional Caucus for Longevity Science. The Longevity Science Caucus aims to educate Members about the growing field of aging and longevity biotechnology, and to promote initiatives aimed at increasing the healthy average lifespan of all Americans. As the population continues to age, proactive investment can significantly reduce the long-term economic and healthcare burdens on society. By investing in research that […]
MIL-OSI: DTE Completes Construction on Pine River Solar Park
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Detroit, April 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DTE Energy (NYSE:DTE), Michigan’s largest producer of and investor in renewable energy, announced that construction has been completed at Pine River Solar Park during a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the site today. Located in mid-Michigan’s Pine River Township, the 80-megawatt renewable energy development has more than 180,000 solar panels and will generate enough clean energy to power nearly 20,000 homes. Pine River Solar is the second of DTE’s three new solar parks to be connected to the electric grid in 2025, and the company has five additional parks under construction. These […]
MIL-OSI USA: U.S. Energy Secretary to Travel to Warsaw, Poland
Source: US Department of Energy U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright will travel to Warsaw, Poland on Sunday, April 27. Energy.gov April 25, 2025 min minute read time WASHINGTON— U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright will travel to Warsaw, Poland on Sunday, April 27, to keynote the Three Seas Summit and engage in critical dialogue with Eastern European allies regarding the future of energy security, reliability, and affordability across the continent and the world. Members of the press interested in covering open-press portions of the Secretary’s travel should reach out to DOENews@hq.doe.gov. DOE Awards New Contract for Oak Ridge Professional Support […]
MIL-OSI Canada: Premier Houston to Invite Investments in Offshore Wind at International Conference
Source: Government of Canada regional news Premier Tim Houston will promote opportunities to invest in Nova Scotia’s growing wind energy sector at the largest offshore wind and ocean renewables conference in the Americas next week. The Premier will be a keynote speaker at Oceantic Network’s 2025 International Partnering Forum, which runs from April 28 to May 1 in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Thousands of professionals and industry experts from around the world are expected to attend. “Nova Scotia is open for business, and there are countless opportunities for us to be more self-reliant and grow our economy in key areas like […]
MIL-OSI: TRILLION ENERGY ANNOUNCES 2024 YEAR-END RESERVE REPORT
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Vancouver, B.C. , April 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Trillion Energy International Inc. (“Trillion” or the “Company”) (CSE: TCF) (OTCQB: TRLEF) (Frankfurt: Z62) is pleased to provide a summary and highlights of its December 31, 2024, year-end reserve report. Reserve Report Highlights Net present value 10% (NPV10%) of total proved plus probable natural gas and oil reserves is USD $363.6 million* net to Trillion, which represents USD $2.98 per common share*** Total proved plus probable conventional natural gas reserves increased to 62.3 Bcf*, up from 55.8 Bcf* (2023), a 12% increase from 2023. NPV10% of total proved reserves […]
MIL-OSI Economics: Phillips 66 Reports First-Quarter Results
Source: Phillips Reported first-quarter earnings of $487 million or $1.18 per share; adjusted loss of $368 million or $0.90 per share; including $246 million of pre-tax accelerated depreciation on Los Angeles Refinery Returned $716 million to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases Received $2.0 billion in cash proceeds from the previously announced sales of non-operated equity interests in Coop Mineraloel AG and Gulf Coast Express Pipeline LLC Sanctioned construction of new gas processing plant in the Permian Recently closed on acquisition of EPIC Y-Grade GP, LLC and EPIC Y-Grade LP HOUSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Phillips 66 (NYSE: PSX), a leading integrated downstream […]