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TotalEnergies withdraws from two South African gas fields
TotalEnergies said the gas fields could not be turned into a commercial development as it appeared to be too challenging to economically develop and monetise for the South African market.
African leaders navigate fossil fuel dilemma in Climate Summit Declaration
The UAE has made the phase-down of fossil fuels a central agenda item, with President-designate Sultan al-Jaber describing it as “essential” and “inevitable”.
South African Energy Risk Report 2024 key challenges and urgent recommendations
The 2024 SANEA Risk Report identifies major risks and uncertainties in South Africa's energy sector, urging immediate and integrated action to secure the country's energy future.
Renergen says LNG production has resumed after an unexpected delay
Renergen’s share price leapt over 5% yesterday morning after it informed shareholders that liquefied natural gas (LNG) deliveries had recommenced following a planned, but longer than expected, maintenance outage.
Court slaps Kensington residents with costs order as it paves way for Egoli Gas to cut off supplies in Joburg East
The court dismissed the case with costs in favour of the gas company after it found that the case lacked merit.
Gas off! Kensington residents now offered R8,000 cash, biscuits and vouchers as gas fight goes to court
The fight for gas between Egoli Gas and Kensington residents has entered the Gauteng High Court, Johannesburg, after the community association filed papers this week.
Renergen share price falls as CEO heads to US ahead of Nasdaq listing
Renergen, owner and operator of South Africa’s first liquid natural gas and helium onshore production project, saw its share price fall over 5% yesterday following the announcement on Friday that its CEO is moving temporarily to the US to oversee the Nasdaq IPO.
China-Central Asia natural gas pipeline fostering a shared future
Gas from over 100 wells scattered across the desert is transported to the processing plant.
Kensington community gets lawyers as it takes fight for gas to Egoli Gas
The Kensington Community Association has enlisted the services of the Legal Resource Centre as it prepares to take its fight for natural gas to Egoli Gas.
Renergen’s LNG production rises significantly in second quarter
Renergen, the JSE-listed company operating South Africa’s first onshore helium and liquefied natural gas (LNG) field, said LNG production increased by a substantial 88% to 1 564 tons in the second quarter over the same period last year.
Fighting for gas! Kensington residents squaring up for legal fight as Egoli Gas dumps area
Kensington residents are gearing up for a legal battle for the continued supply of piped natural gas after Egoli Gas recently informed residents of their intention to leave the area, citing business reasons.
Premier welcomes discovery of gas reserves in Mpumalanga
Mpumalanga Premier Refilwe Mtshweni-Tsipane said the discovery of gas reserves in the province will boost energy generation capacity.
WATCH: Latest update on gas explosion in Joburg city
A gas explosion impacted approximately five blocks of Bree Street in the Johannesburg CBD, resulting in massive damage to the city’s roads and infrastructure and leaving many people shaken last week.
Air Products South Africa supplies hydrogen to the Portuguese Navy
Air Products South Africa is investing in resources to enable a secure and sustainable hydrogen supply network for the future.
Education fund launched for African students in the energy sector
The AEC Energy Education Fund 2023 will award eight exceptional students, with special consideration given to female students. To be eligible for the award, applicants must under 35 years old and enrolled in undergraduate/postgraduate level studies in any oil, gas or energy-related field.
COP27: Civil society respond to Global Methane Pledge
Achieving a reduction in methane emissions is regarded as the single most effective strategy to keep the goal of limiting warming to 1. 5˚C within reach.
COP27: South Africa welcomes final outcomes but civil society cries foul
The South African government congratulated the Egyptian COP27 Presidency for the successful hosting of the climate conference, the 27th instalment of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
Qatar signs world’s longest gas supply deal with China
QatarEnergy announced a 27-year natural gas supply deal with China on Monday, calling it the longest ever seen as it strengthened ties with Asia at a time when Europe is scrambling for alternative sources.
‘Rush for gas will ruin the climate’
OPINION: If the green transformation is successful, it will result in a cleaner planet, less pollution, more robust economies, and healthier populations, writes Kershni Ramreddi.
Nord Stream explosions were sabotage, Sweden says; 10 million without power in Ukraine
Swedish prosecutors Friday said that explosions at the Nord Stream gas pipelines in September were the result of ‘gross sabotage’.
Historical win for Mozambique as it exports liquefied natural gas for the first time
Mozambican President Filipe Nyusi announced Sunday the start of the export of Liquefied Natural Gas in Mozambique, as the oil tanker British Sponsor has already left Mozambican territorial waters carrying the first cargo of LNG produced by the Coral South Floating Liquefied Natural Gas project in the north of the country.
Iran signs gas contracts worth $6. 5bn with Russia
Iran and Russia have signed contracts worth about $6. 5 billion (R118bn) for co-operation in the gas sector.
Be warned: Britain may experience blackouts between 4 pm-7pm on ‘really cold weekdays’
John Pettigrew, the head of Britain's electricity and gas systems operator the National Grid, has issued a stark warning to the country.
WATCH: Israel hails 'historic' sea border deal with Lebanon
Negotiations between the neighbouring countries, which are still technically at war, had suffered repeated setbacks since their launch in 2020 but gained momentum in recent weeks.
Switching to renewables could save trillions by 2050, says Oxford study
The constantly decreasing cost of green energy is something that cannot be ignored any longer because it makes choosing environmentally friendly power simply a good economic decision, the researchers said.