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Could Chinese EV companies fill Europe’s spare manufacturing capacity?

As Chinese EV operators increasingly create JVs with local players, they will have to convince labour unions that their conditions will be met.

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Energy shock shows risk of superficial stability over structural resilience – opinion 

The energy shock caused by the Strait of Hormuz blockade was a structural risk before the war began, argues Martyn Brush of Fordham Global Foresight.

Engie explores refund for US offshore wind leases – report

The company has paused three offshore wind projects in the US and recorded impairments linked to its Ocean Winds joint venture after Trump returned to the presidency last year.

US judge issues injunction against government wind, solar restrictions

Judge Denise Casper’s ruling halts the enforcement of DoI permit rules for wind and solar project developers.

Abu Dhabi considers merging China investments into joint venture– report

The plan is intended to simplify the emirate’s approach to investing in China by reducing the risk of separate Abu Dhabi-backed entities pursuing the same transactions.

US, Philippines to build Luzon industrial hub

US Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg said the location would be designated by the Philippines as an Economic Security Zone.

UAE and Jordan agree $2.3bn rail project deal

The route is designed to transport up to 16 million tonnes of phosphate and potash annually.

IEA warns AI could double data centre power use by 2030

The IEA expects total data centre demand to double by 2030, with AI-specific usage potentially tripling as deployment of advanced models and AI agents accelerates.