April 52026
Iran Lifts Strait of Hormuz Restrictions for Iraqi Oil Tankers
Iran has lifted its shipping restrictions on Iraqi vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, potentially allowing Baghdad to significantly boost its crude oil exports.
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Fossil fuels
OPEC+ Formally Increases Oil Production Quotas, But Real Output Won't Grow
OPEC+ has formally agreed to raise oil production quotas by 206k barrels per day. However, real output growth is impossible due to the closed Strait of Hormuz and widespread infrastructure damage among key producers.
April 5, 2026
April 22026
OPEC+ Members to Discuss Raising Oil Production Quotas
Eight OPEC+ nations plan to agree on higher oil production quotas as a symbolic gesture ahead of a potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
April 22026
US Extends License for Kazakh Transit of Russian Oil to China Until 2027
The United States has renewed a key license permitting Kazakhstan to transit Russian oil through its territory to China until March 2027, securing hundreds of millions in annual revenue for Astana and stabilizing energy flows amid global market volatility.
March 262026
US Administration Models Economic Impact of $200 Oil Price Scenario
The Trump administration is studying potential economic fallout from oil prices hitting $200 per barrel as part of contingency planning related to Iran.
March 262026
Kazakhstan Battles $5 Billion Environmental Fine Against Kashagan Oil Consortium
Kazakhstan is locked in a $5 billion legal fight with operators of the Kashagan oil field over sulfur storage limits, with cases proceeding in both national courts and international arbitration in Washington.
March 252026
Kazakhstan Outlines Oil Sector Strategy at CERAWeek Conference
At CERAWeek, Energy Minister Yerlan Akkenshenov detailed Kazakhstan's plans for its oil industry, focusing on securing key export routes like the CPC pipeline, attracting investment, and doubling refining capacity.
March 242026
Kazakh and US Energy Ministers Discuss Security, Investment at CERAWeek
Kazakhstan's Energy Minister Yerlan Akkenzhenov met with US Secretary Christopher Wright at CERAWeek in Houston. They discussed strategic energy partnership, $60+ billion in US investments, key oil projects like Tengiz, and diversifying export routes including CPC and Trans-Caspian corridors.
March 242026
Kazakhstan and Chevron Discuss Tengiz Expansion and Trans-Caspian Route
Kazakh Energy Minister Yerlan Akkenshenov met with Chevron CEO Michael Wirth at CERAWeek in Houston to discuss major projects like Tengiz and Kashagan, as well as expanding export routes via the Trans-Caspian corridor.
March 242026
Kazakhstan and ExxonMobil Discuss Major Oil and Gas Projects at Houston Forum
Kazakh Energy Minister Yerlan Akkenshenov met with ExxonMobil's Dan Ammann at CERAWeek in Houston to discuss strategic projects like Tengiz and Kashagan, emphasizing local content development exceeding 90%.
March 242026
Kazakhstan Launches Preferential Mortgage Program for Coal Power Plant Employees
Kazakhstan's government has approved a national project to develop coal power generation, featuring a new preferential mortgage scheme for industry workers and plans to create thousands of jobs.
March 242026
Uzbekistan's Nuclear Power Plant Project Hailed as a Global Showcase
Rosatom's CEO states that Uzbekistan's combined large and small reactor nuclear project could serve as an international model. The initiative includes the world's first export contract for a small modular reactor.
March 222026
Uzbekistan's New Nuclear Plant to Save 3.6 Billion Cubic Meters of Gas Annually
A new nuclear power plant being built with Russia in Uzbekistan's Jizzakh Region will save about 3.6 billion cubic meters of gas yearly and cover up to 15% of national electricity demand.
March 182026
March 182026
March 142026
Энергетика в режиме реального времени: Минэнерго объединяет нефть и генерацию в единую цифровую сеть
March 172026
March 172026
March 142026
Энергетика в режиме реального времени: Минэнерго объединяет нефть и генерацию в единую цифровую сеть
March 162026
World Bank Grants Uzbekistan $10.6 Million to Reduce Gas Leaks
The World Bank has granted Uzbekistan $10.6 million to fix leaks in its aging gas pipelines. The project aims to save fuel, boost energy security, create jobs, and reduce harmful emissions.