From clean energy manufacturing dominance to shifts in how economies measure natural resources, this week’s top energy stories highlight major global trends. China’s grip on renewable energy supply chains continues to expand, while electric buses gain momentum across Europe. Meanwhile, a new UN-approved economic framework will recognize wind and waves as assets for the first time, potentially reshaping GDP calculations.

The way UK households pay for energy could be set for a significant shift. Ofgem, the UK’s energy regulator, has proposed a rule requiring all suppliers to offer tariffs with low or zero standing charges. Rather than a fixed daily fee, these costs would be incorporated into the price consumers pay per unit of energy used.

This week’s top energy stories explore the rapid transformation of global energy systems. Grid expansion faces supply chain bottlenecks, emerging markets position themselves as future clean energy hubs, and solar canopies take efficiency to the next level. Plus, a look at China's evolving tech-industrial ecosystems and a decade of global EV sales.

Ukraine and the United States have reached an agreement over access to Ukraine’s vast natural resources. The draft deal outlines joint development of Ukraine’s resources, including oil, gas, and critical minerals. Ukraine possesses a diverse range of mineral resources, making it a key supplier of various essential materials. Its reserves include iron ore, manganese, titanium, lithium, graphite, and uranium, all of which contribute to industries such as steel production, renewable energy, and advanced technologies.

From major clean energy investments to shifts in fuel technologies, this week’s top energy stories highlight key trends shaping the global energy landscape. Governments continue to pour trillions into clean energy, German cities are taking bold steps to phase out gas networks, and PHEV sales across Europe may have hit their peak. Meanwhile, Honda is making major strides in hydrogen fuel cell technology, and a new ranking reveals the world’s most valuable natural resource reserves.

Chris Wright and Doug Burgum have been confirmed as Secretary of Energy and Secretary of the Interior, respectively. Their appointments signal a strong push for domestic energy expansion and regulatory reform under the Trump administration.

Doug Burgum is the former Governor of North Dakota, a position he held from 2016 to 2024. Prior to entering politics, Burgum had a distinguished career in business, notably as the founder of Great Plains Software, which was acquired by Microsoft in 2001. Following the acquisition, he served as a Microsoft executive, overseeing various initiatives and demonstrating a keen ability to navigate complex organizational landscapes.

Chris Wright is the CEO of Liberty Energy, a prominent oilfield services company known for its focus on hydraulic fracturing technology and innovations in energy production. Wright holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from MIT and has spent his career championing advancements in energy technology, with a particular emphasis on domestic energy production.