Helen Ward

Helen Ward writes about energy with a focus on electricity markets, oil and gas, renewable power, nuclear developments, and changes in energy policy. She follows supply trends, pricing developments, major projects, and government decisions. Helen's reporting connects immediate energy stories with the wider market and policy factors that help explain why they matter.
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Dangote’s Kenya Expansion: $16bn Refinery Breaks Ground Amid Domestic Price Shifts

The Kenyan project represents a significant strategic move for Aliko Dangote’s energy empire, directly following the operational success of the…

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G7 Nations Move to Release Diesel Reserves Amid Supply Crisis

Coordinated Response to Market Volatility The G7 Leaders’ Statement, updated on 2 October 2026, outlines a unified approach to global…

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Russia to consider easing diesel export ban if overproduction occurs

The decision to keep the export ban in place has been driven primarily by domestic supply constraints. Novak noted that…

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Brent Crude Edges Lower to $102.24 as Gulf Supply Rebound Offsets US Military Buildup and China Export Halt

The primary driver behind the recent price moderation is evidence of a strong rebound in oil flows out of the…

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U.S. weighs diesel export ban to Europe unless reserves are released

U.S. President Donald Trump indicated that Washington may formally request European nations to draw down their stored diesel stocks. The…

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EU fuel prices surge 24% for gasoline and 33% for diesel amid Middle East conflict

The price trajectory has been steady since February. On February 23, prior to the outbreak of the war, the EU…

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U.S. Seeks 120 Million Barrels of European Diesel to Offset Export Ban

The proposed release of 120 million barrels represents a significant addition to global supply, intended to stabilize prices and ensure…

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Italy Slashes Diesel Tax to Curb Pump Prices Amid Red Sea Shipping Disruptions

The price increase is linked to escalating tensions in the Middle East, which have forced many oil tankers to reroute…

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Germany’s Gas Exit Faces Structural Hurdles as LNG Deals and Power Plant Plans Persist

However, the diplomatic push for a gas-free future contrasts sharply with developments within Germany’s own energy sector. Domestic critics, including…

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Dangote launches $16bn Kenya refinery amid local land disputes

The launch was attended by the leaders of Uganda, Ethiopia, Togo, and Benin, underscoring the project’s regional significance. Dangote has…

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