Day: February 11, 2026

Germany’s Gas Refill Season Looks Tough, and Energy Crisis Looming

Energy News Beat As Europe grapples with the aftermath of its coldest winter since the 2022 energy crisis, Germany’s natural gas storage situation is raising alarms. A recent post by energy analyst Tracy Shuchart (@chigrl) highlights the challenges ahead, noting that storage levels are critically low and operators are facing profitability issues. With refill season […]

TVA Does Not Want to Close Two Coal-Fired Power Plants: A Shift in Energy Strategy Amid Rising Dema

Energy News Beat The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), the nation’s largest public utility, has made a surprising pivot in its energy plans. Originally set to retire its remaining coal-fired power plants by 2035 as part of efforts to curb greenhouse gas emissions, TVA now prefers to keep two of its largest coal facilities operational beyond […]

China’s Clean Energy Machine is Based on Oil and Coal to Survive

Energy News Beat In the global race toward a sustainable future, China stands out as a powerhouse in renewable energy deployment. With record-breaking installations of solar panels and wind turbines, the nation has positioned itself as a leader in the “clean energy” revolution. However, beneath this green facade lies a stark reality: China’s renewable sector […]

Trump to Assign Pentagon to Buy Electricity from Coal to Keep Them Alive

Energy News Beat In a bold move to resuscitate the struggling U.S. coal industry, President Donald Trump is set to issue an executive order directing the Pentagon to procure electricity from coal-fired power plants. This initiative aims to leverage federal purchasing power to sustain coal operations, framing it as a matter of national security and […]