Survey: Global energy industry leaders demand government action to address soaring costs

Michael Holder
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Energy prices are soaring worldwide | Credit: iStock
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Energy prices are soaring worldwide | Credit: iStock

World Energy Council research indicates growing confidence that Covid, climate, and conflict will accelerate net zero transition, but also highlights industry's renewed interest in fossil fuels

Global energy industry leaders overwhelmingly believe governments must intervene to protect consumers and businesses facing soaring energy costs in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic and Russia's war with...

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