Energy crisis

Russia, Cuba slam US energy blockade of island in show of solidarity in Moscow

Cuba's Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez (right) met his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov (left) in Moscow on Feb 18, using Soviet-era language to criticise Washington.

Emergency measures hobble Cuba as fuel supplies dwindle under US pressure

A person sits at a gas station in Havana on Feb 9. The country is facing a shortage of jet fuel, highlighting the severe impact of US energy restrictions on an island already grappling with a serious economic crisis.

Ukraine’s Zelensky orders faster imports of electricity, power equipment

A resident entering a tent set up to offer electricity and heat on Jan 13, in Kyiv, Ukraine, due to power outages caused by Russian air strikes.

Kyiv has only half of the electricity it needs, mayor says

Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko attends an interview with Reuters, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine January 16, 2026. REUTERS/Alina Smutko

ST Explains: What is biomethane and how will it help Singapore decarbonise?

ST20250115_202531600457 Kua Chee Siong/ pixgeneric/ Generic pix of public housing (HDB) and private housing seen in Toa Payoh, on Jan 15, 2025.
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Can Singapore keep the lights on while cutting carbon from its energy sector?

The Republic has ramped up its target for importing clean energy, and is investing heavily in emerging technologies that could supply the country with carbon-free electricity.

Singapore should focus on semiconductor opportunities despite trade challenges: Industry group

Singapore can attract more investments with its chips ecosystem already the largest in Asean, the head of global industry association SEMI said.

Blackouts - and temperatures - on rise in Cuban capital Havana

People walk on the street during a blackout in Havana, Cuba, May 13, 2025. REUTERS/Norlys Perez/File Photo

Zelensky says Ukraine is ready to transit gas to Europe from Azerbaijan

Moldova's President Maia Sandu and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy shake hands after a joint press conference, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine January 25, 2025. REUTERS/Gleb Garanich

Leader of Moldova's separatist region travels to Moscow for gas crisis talks

FILE PHOTO: Head of Transdniestria Vadim Krasnoselsky takes part in a ceremony marking the Defender of the Fatherland Day in Tiraspol, Moldova's breakaway region of Transdniestria, February 23, 2023. REUTERS/Vladislav Bachev/File Photo

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