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Selected highlights from the May 2026 edition of The Energy Industry Times
- 3 hours ago (2026-05-01)
- Junior Isles
Selected highlights from the May 2026 edition of The Energy Industry Times
Fuel Watch: Iran war impacts gas prices in Europe/Far East, yet ‘LNG Wave’ looms
World Utilities Congress 2026
Gas prices stabilised by the end of April after the surprising start of the war in Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. While the US has contained gas prices, Europe and the Far East saw big leaps. Yet the anticipated arrival of a wave of LNG supplies that starts this year will create an abundance in supply by the end of the decade, writes Gary Lakes.
Industry Perspective: Integrating electricity markets relies on widening market participation
Joining up grids across Europe would allow surplus clean power to flow to areas with scarce supply, boosting collective energy security and sustainability. But building more cables alone will not be enough to ensure market integration, argues Thomas Kieffer at Joint Allocation Office.
Decarbonisation Series: The primary engine of decarbonisation is markets, not ministers
A new book has added a voice to a growing consensus: the energy transition is today driven by economics, not ideology. Joseph Jacobelli explains.
Technology Focus: Power grid protection eyes virtual scaling
How to scale the number of protection relays needed to cover more feeders can be a challenge. A concept that uses virtualisation could be the solution, bringing cost, space, and environmental benefits. Junior Isles reports .
Final Word: Fragile: handle with care
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