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EnergySource

Mar 31, 2025

The future of global energy policy is abundance 

By Charles Hendry

The United States and Europe are diverging on energy policy, with the United States prioritizing low costs and economic growth while the United Kingdom and the European Union focus on decarbonization. But reconciling these approaches is possible through the lens of energy abundance—each country must leverage its most plentiful resources to drive down costs, enhance security, and support sustainability without burdening consumers.

Energy & Environment Energy Markets & Governance

EnergySource

Mar 28, 2025

Nord Stream could divide Europe yet again 

By Michał Kurtyka

Washington's potential reset with Moscow, amid Ukraine peace negotiations, has revived discussions on the future of Nord Stream 2. Whether the Trump administration would cede its LNG market in Europe to Russian pipeline exports remains to be seen. For Europe, however, reopening the pipeline would be a costly mistake.

Eastern Europe Economy & Business

Infographic

Mar 26, 2025

Americas economies in-depth: The US-Mexico trade balance in context

By the Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center

Trade balances have become a hot topic in Washington in recent months, and the Trump administration has made clear its objective to rebalance US trade to limit imports and boost domestic production. But are all trade deficits equal?

Americas Economy & Business

Testimony

Mar 12, 2025

Carole House testifies to House Committee on Financial Services on regulation and security in stablecoins and digital payments

By Carole House

On March 11, Senior Fellow Carole House testified to the House Committee on Financial Services at a hearing titled, "Examining a Federal Framework for Payment Stablecoins and Consequences of a US Central Bank Digital Currency."

Digital Currencies Digital Policy

EnergySource

Mar 11, 2025

The Mediterranean must work collectively to harness the power of renewables

By Karim Elgendy

The EU Commission’s recent release of its Clean Industrial Deal underscored regional commitment to decarbonization. To capitalize on this momentum, the Mediterranean must engage in cross-border collaboration to overcome geopolitical tension and limited finance to achieve its renewables goals.

Energy & Environment Energy Markets & Governance

EnergySource

Mar 7, 2025

The US can reduce Russia’s nuclear energy—and geopolitical—influence

By Marina Lorenzini

As the Trump administration outlines its energy priorities, strengthening the US nuclear industry remains a point of bipartisan agreement. Revitalizing this sector will lead not only to domestic economic growth, but also a reduction in Russia’s dominance in global nuclear markets and its geopolitical leverage.

Energy & Environment Energy Markets & Governance

EnergySource

Mar 6, 2025

How shifting political leadership, war, and generative AI are shaping the energy outlook: Insights from the 2025 Global Energy Agenda

By Landon Derentz, Christine Suh, Bailee Mathews

Political shifts, heightened conflict, and the growth of generative AI are transforming the energy system. Leadership perspectives and survey results from the Atlantic Council's 2025 Global Energy Agenda provide a valuable roadmap for adapting to the evolving energy landscape.

Energy & Environment Energy Markets & Governance

Podcast

Mar 3, 2025

Mercenaries in DRC: “Do not come for adventure here”

By Alia Brahimi

After 300 Romanian mercenaries were cornered by M23 rebels in the Democratic Republic of Congo in January, Ben reflects on the reasons behind the rebels’ advance, as well as the perennial need for DRC’s government to look to external security providers for help with managing threats.

Africa Arms Control

Trackers and Data Visualizations

Mar 3, 2025

Venezuela sanctions tracker: Who is the international community sanctioning in Venezuela?

By Lucie Kneip, Geoff Ramsey

International actors including the US, Canada, and the EU have imposed sanctions on individuals responsible for acts of corruption, human rights violations, and the breakdown of democratic rule in Venezuela. How aligned are these countries on sanctions, and where do gaps exist?

Americas Economic Sanctions

EnergySource

Feb 27, 2025

Can the EU’s Clean Industrial Deal cut carbon and restore competitiveness? 

By Andrea Clabough, Andrei Covatariu, Elena Benaim, Carol Schaeffer

Atlantic Council experts share their analysis on the EU’s new industrial policy, its implications for European energy security, and how key partners may respond to the bloc’s evolving regulatory landscape.

Eastern Europe Energy & Environment