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May 13, 2025

Four energy deals Trump will look to make on his Middle East trip 

By Ellen Wald

President Trump’s upcoming trip to the Middle East will focus on advancing energy and commercial agreements, including securing Gulf investments in US manufacturing, increasing US LNG imports, deepening nuclear cooperation with Saudi Arabia, and locking in oil production commitments. These efforts are ultimately aimed at advancing broader geopolitical objectives—countering Russian influence and strengthening US energy dominance.

Energy & Environment Energy Markets & Governance

EnergySource

May 9, 2025

Environmental risk weighs heavily on the possible rewards of deep sea mining 

By William Yancey Brown

Despite growing political momentum to advance deep sea mining for critical minerals, the practice remains at odds with existing US and international environmental laws. Current proposals fail to meet legal standards, and the potential for irreversible damage to marine ecosystems raises serious concerns.

Energy & Environment Geopolitics & Energy Security

EnergySource

May 5, 2025

Make critical mineral spending matter this time  

By Ashley Zumwalt-Forbes

The United States has a crucial opportunity to translate large-scale funding into critical mineral stockpiling and resilient supply chains—but only if Congress structures spending to create durable markets. Without clear demand signals, real commercial offtakes, and price stability, proposed funding risks falling short of delivering on its potential.

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Jul 7, 2019

Ellinas in Cyprus Mail: BP’s review of world energy reflects rising global concerns

By Atlantic Council

Oil and Gas Renewables & Advanced Energy

In the News

Jul 3, 2019

Beck and Livingston in the Hill: The California climate policy no one is talking about

By Atlantic Council

Climate Change & Climate Action Energy Markets & Governance

EnergySource

Jul 3, 2019

Urbanization and the growing demand for cooling in a warming climate: Buildings as a critical resource

By Robert F. Ichord

One of the key drivers of increasing global electricity demand is urbanization. New technologies and investment are critical to keep urban areas cool.

Climate Change & Climate Action Energy & Environment

In the News

Jul 2, 2019

Wald joins Bloomberg to discuss Saudi Aramco reviving its IPO

By Atlantic Council

Oil and Gas Saudi Arabia

In the News

Jul 2, 2019

Bell quoted in BBC News on OPEC summit

By Atlantic Council

Middle East Oil and Gas

Event Recap

Jul 2, 2019

Turkey’s Energy Nexus

By Atlantic Council IN TURKEY

On May 23, 2019, the Atlantic Council IN TURKEY, in cooperation with Turkish Policy Quarterly (TPQ) held an event, hosted by the Turkish Industry & Business Association (TÜSİAD), on Turkey’s Energy Nexus which focused on Turkey’s energy sector and energy relations.

Europe & Eurasia Geopolitics & Energy Security

In the News

Jul 1, 2019

Wald Joins BBC to discuss OPEC oil production cuts

By Atlantic Council

Middle East Oil and Gas

In the News

Jun 30, 2019

Cohen in Forbes: Ukraine’s most important battle is for energy independence

By Atlantic Council

Geopolitics & Energy Security Russia

In the News

Jun 28, 2019

Beck in Bloomberg: INSIGHT: Hydrogen may be the next clean energy game changer

By Atlantic Council

Energy Transitions Renewables & Advanced Energy

EnergySource

Jun 27, 2019

The current state of European energy security and transatlantic cooperation

By Becca Hunziker

The Issue: The transatlantic community has made significant progress leveraging global energy resources to increase energy security, thanks to advancements in renewable energy, energy efficiency, shale oil extraction, alternative source and route development, and infrastructure. However, European energy still faces security challenges and it must continue to address them. A united and well-connected Europe is […]

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