If reports are to be believed, the Biden administration is mulling a nationwide ban on gas stoves for being a 'hidden hazard'. According to a Bloomberg report, the US Consumer Product Safety (CPSC) has raised issues over the indoor pollution caused by cooking stoves.

If reports are to be believed, the Biden administration is mulling a nationwide ban on gas stoves for being a 'hidden hazard'. According to a Bloomberg report, the US Consumer Product Safety (CPSC) has raised issues over the indoor pollution caused by cooking stoves. “This is a hidden hazard. Any option is on the table. Products that can’t be made safe can be banned,” said Richard Trumka Jr., CPSC commissioner. The stoves used in households typically release pollutants such as carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide and fine particulate matter at a level which has been deemed unsafe by Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and World Health Organization (WHO). WATCH | Gas cookers as toxic as 'Second hand smoke' × According to research, stove cooking produces double the PM 2.5 particulates than electric cooking. Under improper ventilation conditions, the toxic nature of these gases can cause serious respiratory health issues, cardiovascular problems and even cancer. “There is about 50 years of health studies showing that gas stoves are bad for our health, and the strongest evidence is on children and children’s asthma,” an expert in clean energy was quoted as saying by the publication. Currently, over 35 per cent of households in the US use a gas stove. The number is particularly high in states such as California and New Jersey where as many as 70 per cent of households use the said stoves. WATCH | People in Pakistan store cooking gas in plastic bags amid economic crisis A recent study published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health found that almost 13 per cent of asthma cases among US children could be attributed to exposure to gas stoves and their toxic fumes. Democrat leaders such as Cory Booker, Don Beyer and Elizabeth Warren have already written to the CPSC, exhorting them to take urgent action on the issue. They argued that the harmful emissions by the cooking stoves particularly affected black, Latino and low-income households. However, critics of the move that banning one of the most affordable forms of cooking will put a dent in the pockets of the citizens as electric homes require expensive retrofits. According to them, more emphasis should be put on improving indoor air ventilation. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Biden administration mulls banning gas stoves due to pollution concerns: Report

Gas cookers are breaching air pollution limits in homes and increasing the risk of children developing health problems, according to a new study. Watch this to know more.

Gas cookers as toxic as 'Second hand smoke'

Norway and Germany on Thursday (January 5) signed joint declarations to increase the production of renewable energy and develop green industry, as the NATO allies seek to both cut their CO2 emissions and wean Germany from its reliance on Russian gas.

Here's how Norway & Germany plan to wean off Germany’s reliance on Russian gas

Norway will not grant licences for new exploration in untapped areas from 2025 under a political deal announced on Tuesday. The agreement does not rule out the awarding of licences in areas in so-called "mature" zones.

WION Climate Tracker: Norway to postpone licensing for new oil, gas exploration

Is Europe staring at a 'grim winter'? Can Christmas light survive the energy crisis? The ongoing energy crisis amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine is worsening only.

Europe staring at a 'grim winter': Can Christmas light survive the energy crisis?

According to British media reports, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is poised to make a gas deal announcement with the United States after the Cop27 climate change summit.

UK to strike a major gas deal with the US?

This week, gas prices in Europe fell to a 4-month low. For months, officials and experts have warned of an energy crisis during the winter. Does Europe have enough gas now? Molly Gambhir tells you more

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Germany on Monday said it plans to urgently implement a €96 billion plan to ease pressure on consumers from surging gas prices as it was warned that the supply situation heading into winter remained tense even with full reserves.

What are Germany's plans to provide relief to consumers from surging gas prices?

The West has repeatedly accused Russia of weaponizing energy and Europe has been crumbling with an energy crisis for seven months due to war in Ukraine. In a bid to reduce its dependency on Russia and also to boost its own energy security, the West is now looking at new options. Bulgaria and Greece have officially inaugurated a new pipeline that will bring gas from Azerbaijan.

New Greece-Bulgaria pipeline to carry gas from Azerbaijan

Europe has been facing the ripple effects of Russian invasion of Ukraine and the energy prices are on the rise. Price of heating systems have surged drastically in Hungary and Hungarian camera technician forced to live in a yurt.

Europe's cost of living crisis worsens; demand for yurts rise in Hungary

In the United States, after California, New York has advanced a plan on Thursday (Sept 29) to mandate zero emissions for all new automobiles sold in the state by the year 2035, state governor Kathy Hochul said.&nbsp;

Last year, after approving legislation, the governor declared that the government was pushing efforts on the accelerator after being forced by federal law to wait for California to enact its own legislation.&nbsp;

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California in August ruled that until tailpipe pollutants are completely banned in 2035, an ever-increasing per cent&nbsp;of new cars sold to the state's 40 million residents must produce no exhaust pollutants, AFP reported.&nbsp;

The governor issued a directive to New York authorities for them to take regulatory action to assure that by 2035, all new passenger automobiles and pickup trucks sold in the state will have zero emissions. The direction had two interim goals of 35 per cent of sales in 2026 and 68 per cent in 2030. The governor further said that the authorities are on the right track to proving the plan.&nbsp;

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Additionally, internal combustion engine car emissions limits will gradually be tightened as a result of the laws. The federal government is also anticipated to give the state $175 million for its charging infrastructure.&nbsp;

As part of the global effort to tackle climate change, California and New York have recently focused on the polluting vehicle industry.&nbsp;

In contrast to the United States' attempt, the European Union, which intends to ban the sale of new gasoline and diesel vehicles by 2035, and Britain, Singapore, and Israel are aiming to achieve it by the year 2030.

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In the United States, after California, New York has advanced a plan on Thursday (Sept 29) to mandate zero emissions for all new automobiles sold in the state by the year 2035, state governor Kathy Hochul said.

In the United States, after California, New York has advanced a plan on Thursday (Sept 29) to mandate zero emissions for all new automobiles sold in the state by the year 2035, state governor Kathy Hochul said. Last year, after approving legislation, the governor declared that the government was pushing efforts on the accelerator after being forced by federal law to wait for California to enact its own legislation. Also read | Global fossil fuel reserves 'could emit 3.5 trillion tonnes of carbon dioxide' California in August ruled that until tailpipe pollutants are completely banned in 2035, an ever-increasing per cent of new cars sold to the state's 40 million residents must produce no exhaust pollutants, AFP reported. The governor issued a directive to New York authorities for them to take regulatory action to assure that by 2035, all new passenger automobiles and pickup trucks sold in the state will have zero emissions. The direction had two interim goals of 35 per cent of sales in 2026 and 68 per cent in 2030. The governor further said that the authorities are on the right track to proving the plan. Also read | How revolutionary is the Ethereum 'merge' in reducing carbon footprint of crypto mining? Additionally, internal combustion engine car emissions limits will gradually be tightened as a result of the laws. The federal government is also anticipated to give the state $175 million for its charging infrastructure. As part of the global effort to tackle climate change, California and New York have recently focused on the polluting vehicle industry. In contrast to the United States' attempt, the European Union, which intends to ban the sale of new gasoline and diesel vehicles by 2035, and Britain, Singapore, and Israel are aiming to achieve it by the year 2030. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

US: New York introduces plan to ban new gas vehicles by 2035

The cost of living crisis has overshadowed all other concerns in Italy. There is a general realization among the people and leaders of Italy that the cost of living crisis stems from Russia's chokehold on gas supplies. However few people believe Italians are paying too high a price in the Ukraine war due to Western sanctions.

Gas lights up Italian election; Italy's right wing coalition divided over sanctions on Russia

Europe is looking at a harsh winter this year. Russia's chokehold on Europe's crucial gas supplies is tightening. Meanwhile soaring energy prices continues to exacerbate the cost of living crisis across Europe.

How Europe can protect the poor from surging energy prices

While European Union leaders are divided over proposal to cap Russian gas prices, Russian president Vladimir Putin has warned West of winter freeze. Russia has warned against capping energy prices.

EU divided on Russian gas price caps; Putin warns West of winter freeze

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday (September 7) said that Russia will stop oil and gas supply to countries that introduce price caps. Western countries are considering to put a price cap on Russian energy products in order to cut its revenue stream. Putin told the Eastern Economic Forum that such a move "would be an absolutely stupid decision".

"We will not supply anything at all if it is contrary to our interests, in this case economic (interests)," he said. "No gas, no oil, no coal, no fuel oil, nothing."

G7 industrialised powers on Friday vowed to move urgently towards implementing a price cap on Russian oil imports, in a bid to cut off a major source of funding for Moscow's military action in Ukraine.

Putin said Russia would respect its contractual obligations and hoped other countries would do the same.

"Those who are trying to impose something on us are in no position today to dictate their will," Putin said.&nbsp;

"They should come to their senses."

Quoting a Russian fairy tale "Freeze, freeze, the wolf tail", Putin said that Russia would supply nothing outside of existing contracts.

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Russian squeeze on natural gas supply to Europe has begun showing its effect. Energy prices in Europe have gone up and governments are facing public anger.

"They have several solutions. Either subsidising high prices, which is bad because it won't change consumer behaviour... or reduce consumption," he said.

"From an economic point of view, it is correct. From a social point of view it is dangerous, it can lead to an explosion. It is better to adhere to contractual obligations, to civilised rules," Putin said.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday (September 7) said that Russia will stop oil and gas supply to countries that introduce price caps. Western countries are considering to put a price cap on Russian energy products in order to cut its revenue stream.

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday (September 7) said that Russia will stop oil and gas supply to countries that introduce price caps. Western countries are considering to put a price cap on Russian energy products in order to cut its revenue stream. Putin told the Eastern Economic Forum that such a move "would be an absolutely stupid decision". "We will not supply anything at all if it is contrary to our interests, in this case economic (interests)," he said. "No gas, no oil, no coal, no fuel oil, nothing." G7 industrialised powers on Friday vowed to move urgently towards implementing a price cap on Russian oil imports, in a bid to cut off a major source of funding for Moscow's military action in Ukraine. Putin said Russia would respect its contractual obligations and hoped other countries would do the same. "Those who are trying to impose something on us are in no position today to dictate their will," Putin said. "They should come to their senses." Quoting a Russian fairy tale "Freeze, freeze, the wolf tail", Putin said that Russia would supply nothing outside of existing contracts. Also Read | Turkiye President Erdogan calls Western policies towards Russia 'provocative' Russian squeeze on natural gas supply to Europe has begun showing its effect. Energy prices in Europe have gone up and governments are facing public anger. "They have several solutions. Either subsidising high prices, which is bad because it won't change consumer behaviour... or reduce consumption," he said. "From an economic point of view, it is correct. From a social point of view it is dangerous, it can lead to an explosion. It is better to adhere to contractual obligations, to civilised rules," Putin said. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Putin threatens 'no gas, no oil' to countries introducing price caps on Russian oil

Europe is facing an energy crisis and fears mounting that the continent could actually be looking at a pretty tough winter ahead as Gazprom has extended shutdown of gas flow through Nord stream 1. This move comes after G7 nations agreed to impose price cap on Russian oil.

Russia shuts gas supplies indefinitely; Sweden PM warns of 'war winter'

Gazprom has missed September 3 deadline to restart gas supplies and said oil leak is behind the supply delay. G7 countries have come to an agreement over a price cap on Russian oil.

Gazprom misses September 3 deadline to restart gas supplies

Russia has delayed reopening of major gas pipeline in blow to gas-starved Europe. Meanwhile, Russia has blamed Western sanctions for the delay. Can Europe cope without Russian oil & gas?

Russia cuts off gas exports to Europe; blames westerns sanctions for delay

The G7 countries have agreed to impose a price cap on Russian oil even as Russia has delayed opening a pipeline, which is a major source of oil to Germany. As per reports, there is no new deadline for pipeline restart.

Russia fails to resume gas supplies; G7 agrees on price cap for Russian oil

Kremlin Spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said on Friday (September 2) that reliability of Russian Nord Stream 1 gas export pipeline was under threat. As reason, he said that only one turbine was operational at the key compressor station. This may send fresh jitters in Europe as the continent approaches winter months with possible energy shortage on the horizon.

Russia is a major natural gas provider of Europe and Nord Stream 1 is one of the major pipelines of supply. The pipeline runs on the bed of the Baltic Sea and goes to Germany.

Russia has been leveraging its position as major energy provider to Europe to gain political benefit especially over Ukraine conflict. The EU has imposed economic sanctions on Russia after it invaded Ukraine on February 24. Russia has been reducing gas supply to Europe to exert political pressure. This may make things hard in Europe especially in the winter months.

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Gas supplies through Nord Stream 1, have dwindled to a fifth of normal capacity and were halted altogether on Wednesday for a three-day maintenance outage due to end on Saturday.

With winter around the corner, European consumers are bracing for huge power bills. Some countries like France have warned that rationing is a possibility.

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The European Union is preparing to take emergency action to reform the electricity market in order to bring galloping prices under control, with energy ministers scheduled to hold extraordinary talks next week.

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Kremlin Spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said on Friday (September 2) that reliability of Russian Nord Stream 1 gas export pipeline was under threat. As reason, he said that only one turbine was operational at the key compressor station.

Kremlin Spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said on Friday (September 2) that reliability of Russian Nord Stream 1 gas export pipeline was under threat. As reason, he said that only one turbine was operational at the key compressor station. This may send fresh jitters in Europe as the continent approaches winter months with possible energy shortage on the horizon. Russia is a major natural gas provider of Europe and Nord Stream 1 is one of the major pipelines of supply. The pipeline runs on the bed of the Baltic Sea and goes to Germany. Russia has been leveraging its position as major energy provider to Europe to gain political benefit especially over Ukraine conflict. The EU has imposed economic sanctions on Russia after it invaded Ukraine on February 24. Russia has been reducing gas supply to Europe to exert political pressure. This may make things hard in Europe especially in the winter months. Watch | Gravitas: EU scraps VISA agreement with Russia × Gas supplies through Nord Stream 1, have dwindled to a fifth of normal capacity and were halted altogether on Wednesday for a three-day maintenance outage due to end on Saturday. With winter around the corner, European consumers are bracing for huge power bills. Some countries like France have warned that rationing is a possibility. Also Read | Poland's envoy Adam Burakowski says India can convince Russia to stop war The European Union is preparing to take emergency action to reform the electricity market in order to bring galloping prices under control, with energy ministers scheduled to hold extraordinary talks next week. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Fresh supply cut looming? Kremlin says Nord Stream 1 reliability is under threat

Europe is staring at a winter of unrest. Energy prices across the continent have soared over fears that Moscow will halt gas supplies. Governments are making plans to conserve gas among energy intensive industries.

Europe to face shortages of kitchen & toilet paper?

Chief of Ofgem, Britain's energy regulator, has blamed Russia-fuelled&nbsp;Ukraine conflict for a huge, 80 per cent hike in electricity and gas bills. This dramatic rise is sure to worsen cost-of-living crisis before winter. Ofgem has said that its energy price cap will increase from October 1 to an average of £3,549 ($4,197) per year from the current £1,971. The energy cap sets prices for consumers who are not on a fixed deal with their supplier.

In an interview to BBC, Jonathan Brearley, the chief executive of Ofgem linked the massive hike to Ukraine conflict.

"It is possible that there may be peace between Russia and Ukraine, that things may change and indeed prices may stabilise or come down, but it is more likely that prices continue to rise," he said as quoted by the BBC.

It is expected that worse is still to come in the month of January, when Ofgem updates its cap further. The average bills are predicted to top GBP 5,000 or more.

Inflation in the UK is already in double digits. There is a forecast that it would reach 13 per cent in coming months. Energy bills are sure to add to the woes of British public.

The chief executive of Marie Curie cancer care charity, Matthew Reed, said terminally ill people it helps need specialist medical equipment and warned they "could freeze to death this winter without further support".

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The near-doubling in the energy cap will likely tip millions into fuel poverty, forcing them to choose between heating or eating, anti-poverty experts say.

"Some parents are coming to us in tears, terrified about how they are going to feed their children," said Rossanna Trudgian, head of campaigns and public affairs at Action for Children charity.

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Chief of Ofgem, Britain's energy regulator, has blamed Russia-fuelled Ukraine conflict for a huge, 80 per cent hike in electricity and gas bills. This dramatic rise is sure to worsen cost-of-living crisis before winter.

Chief of Ofgem, Britain's energy regulator, has blamed Russia-fuelled Ukraine conflict for a huge, 80 per cent hike in electricity and gas bills. This dramatic rise is sure to worsen cost-of-living crisis before winter. Ofgem has said that its energy price cap will increase from October 1 to an average of £3,549 ($4,197) per year from the current £1,971. The energy cap sets prices for consumers who are not on a fixed deal with their supplier. In an interview to BBC, Jonathan Brearley, the chief executive of Ofgem linked the massive hike to Ukraine conflict. "It is possible that there may be peace between Russia and Ukraine, that things may change and indeed prices may stabilise or come down, but it is more likely that prices continue to rise," he said as quoted by the BBC. It is expected that worse is still to come in the month of January, when Ofgem updates its cap further. The average bills are predicted to top GBP 5,000 or more. Inflation in the UK is already in double digits. There is a forecast that it would reach 13 per cent in coming months. Energy bills are sure to add to the woes of British public. The chief executive of Marie Curie cancer care charity, Matthew Reed, said terminally ill people it helps need specialist medical equipment and warned they "could freeze to death this winter without further support". Also Read | Putin signs decree to boost the size of Russian forces The near-doubling in the energy cap will likely tip millions into fuel poverty, forcing them to choose between heating or eating, anti-poverty experts say. "Some parents are coming to us in tears, terrified about how they are going to feed their children," said Rossanna Trudgian, head of campaigns and public affairs at Action for Children charity. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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Indian Air Force terminates three officers for accidentally firing BrahMos missile into Pakistan In a statement released by the Indian Air Force, the three officers were sacked after a court of inquiry found them guilty of deviating from the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

Indian Air Force terminates three officers for accidentally firing BrahMos missile into Pakistan In a statement released by the Indian Air Force, the three officers were sacked after a court of inquiry found them guilty of deviating from the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). The accident transpired on March 9, 2022, when the projectile was launched accidentally during a routine maintenance check. Gazprom's halt of Nord Stream 1 pipeline plunges Europe into a gas crisis In the immediate aftermath of the announcement, natural gas prices in Europe skyrocketed as countries looked to build reserves, fearing the temporary halt may very well extend beyond three days. Euro, the major currency of Europe sunk to its lowest level since 2002. According to reports, the currency slid as much as one per cent to as low as $0.9934 in the afternoon. Two more states in India now affected by the tomato flu outbreakhttps://www.wionews.com/world/gazproms-halt-of-nord-stream-1-pipeline-plunges-europe-into-a-gas-crisis-509359 A new virus known as tomato flu or tomato fever is spreading throughout India. The virus , discovered in children in the souther Indian state of Kerala in May has now spread to two other states. Apple to manufacture iPhone 14 in India; plans to bring it on par with China Apple is planning to begin the manufacturing of the iPhone 14 in India. The company has already started working with its local suppliers in India to speed up the production pace to cut down the manufacturing time of the new smartphone. Twitter security problems a major threat to users' personal data and national security, alleges whistleblower A whistleblower disclosure has revealed that Twitter has security problems which are apparently threatening its users' personal information. Apart from that, it poses risk to company shareholders, national security and also to democracy. US banking giants fined $1 billion for using unapproved apps including WhatsApp The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has imposed a collective fine of over $1 billion on JP Morgan Chase & Co and Bank of America. Reportedly, the regulatory body, during its probe found that the employees were using unauthorised messaging tools such as WhatsApp and email to exchange vital information. China's biggest city Chongqing surrounded by wildfires; faces unrelenting heatwave Record-breaking heatwave in China has resulted in wildfires near the country's biggest city Chongqing, housing more than 32 million people. Reportedly, the mountains and the forest surrounding the city, parched due to the extreme heat are now burning amber-red. More than four districts in the southwestern city have reported fires since last week, with 1,500 residents evacuated out of more than 540 households. Hong Kong's pro-democracy media tycoon Jimmy Lai to be tried without jury Jimmy Lai, the Hong Kong media tycoon who owned now shut pro-democracy publication Apple Daily will face a no-jury court. This is the latest deviation from city's 177-year-old tradition of jury-trial. Lai is under arrest China's controversial national security law. Mouths will be shut if Virat Kohli gets a fifty in 1st game against Pakistan at Asia Cup: Ravi Shastri Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has come down heavily on Virat Kohli's critics. Shastri believes the chatter around Kohli's form will end if the senior batter manages to score a half-century in his team's opener against Pakistan in the upcoming Asia Cup 2022. Kim Kardashian, Sylvester Stallone accused of violating rules amid drought in Los Angeles Celebrities like Kim Kardashian, Sylvester Stallone and Kevin Hart feature in a list of Los Angeles residents accused of using excessive amounts of water amid the ongoing drought. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Visiting German Chancellor Olaf Scholz met Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Monday to discuss access to alternative energy sources as his nation works to swiftly reduce its dependency on Russian oil and gas.&nbsp;

On the first day of his three-day tour, Scholz stated at a joint news conference in Montreal that Germany is expediting the development of pipelines and LNG ports infrastructure in order to enhance imports and is contacting other countries, such as Canada, to expand output.

He added: "It is indispensable because we want to move away from our dependency on Russian gas supplies," indicating that as Germany transitions to a more renewable energy source, the country would require more liquid natural gas. &nbsp;

Scholz is also interested in potential hydrogen exports from Canada. The two leaders will visit a potential hydrogen manufacturing site in the province of Newfoundland on Tuesday together with a sizable business delegation.&nbsp;

"A&nbsp;reliable supplier of the clean energy that a net-zero (emissions) world requires," claimed Trudeau of Canada. However, he minimised the prospect of direct LNG shipments from Canada to Germany, pointing to the great distance between the gas reserves in Western Canada and the Atlantic ports for export.

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He and Scholz also alluded to a significant hydrogen agreement that would be revealed on Tuesday. Trudeau stated, "We're moving forward on a range of investments around hydrogen and look forward to speaking about that more tomorrow."

In order to achieve a net-zero economy, Germany has placed a bet on hydrogen, according to Scholz, who also predicted that Canada will be crucial in the future development of green hydrogen.&nbsp;

The two leaders will also talk about business potential in the extraction of essential minerals and the automotive industries, as well as help for Ukraine, including eventual post-war reconstruction.

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Visiting German Chancellor Olaf Scholz met Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Monday to discuss access to alternative energy sources as his nation works to swiftly reduce its dependency on Russian oil and gas.

Visiting German Chancellor Olaf Scholz met Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Monday to discuss access to alternative energy sources as his nation works to swiftly reduce its dependency on Russian oil and gas. On the first day of his three-day tour, Scholz stated at a joint news conference in Montreal that Germany is expediting the development of pipelines and LNG ports infrastructure in order to enhance imports and is contacting other countries, such as Canada, to expand output. He added: "It is indispensable because we want to move away from our dependency on Russian gas supplies," indicating that as Germany transitions to a more renewable energy source, the country would require more liquid natural gas. Scholz is also interested in potential hydrogen exports from Canada. The two leaders will visit a potential hydrogen manufacturing site in the province of Newfoundland on Tuesday together with a sizable business delegation. "A reliable supplier of the clean energy that a net-zero (emissions) world requires," claimed Trudeau of Canada. However, he minimised the prospect of direct LNG shipments from Canada to Germany, pointing to the great distance between the gas reserves in Western Canada and the Atlantic ports for export. Also Read: In pics: NASA's gigantic SLS moon rocket, a 'practice' for future Mars mission He and Scholz also alluded to a significant hydrogen agreement that would be revealed on Tuesday. Trudeau stated, "We're moving forward on a range of investments around hydrogen and look forward to speaking about that more tomorrow." In order to achieve a net-zero economy, Germany has placed a bet on hydrogen, according to Scholz, who also predicted that Canada will be crucial in the future development of green hydrogen. The two leaders will also talk about business potential in the extraction of essential minerals and the automotive industries, as well as help for Ukraine, including eventual post-war reconstruction. (with inputs from agencies)

Germany's Scholz counts on Canada for energy supply, says 'want to move away' from Russian gas

Russia has banned gas supply to Latvia amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. Latvia's FM called for a travel ban on Russians.

Latvia FM calls for a travel ban on Russians as Russia bans gas supply to Latvia

Latvia's FM calls for a travel ban on Russians as Russia bans

Latvia's FM calls for a travel ban on Russians as Russia bans gas supply to Latvia

The impact of Putin's gas war on Europe is being felt widely. German cities have dimmed street lights. Italy is asking people to dial down air conditioning. France plans to ban illuminated advertising. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: How Putin's gas war is hurting Europe

As global economies show worrying signs of rising food prices, soaring gas prices and high inflation rates, oil super majors witness record-breaking profits. How? Well, the Russian invasion of Ukraine is driving these stunning profits for the oil giants.

WION Fineprint: Oil & gas price surge amid Ukraine war

In a blow to nations that have backed Ukraine, Russia will once more shut off gas supplies to Europe, just when there was optimism that economic constraints may lessen this week with the restart of Black Sea grain exports. Despite a Russian air strike over the weekend against the Ukrainian port of Odesa, the United Nations said the first ships from Ukraine might set sail in days as part of a deal reached on Friday. The largest crisis in Europe since World War Two, now in its sixth month, is having an impact far from Ukraine as seen by rising oil prices and the prospect of famine faced by millions in impoverished countries.

On Tuesday, the Ukrainian military announced that Russian cruise missiles had struck targets in the south and that Ukrainian forces had also struck back. An after-hours request for comment was not immediately answered by the Russian defence ministry. Earlier this month, President Vladimir Putin warned the West that sanctions ran the risk of sparking significant increases in world oil prices.&nbsp;

Russian energy company Gazprom announced on Monday that gas supplies via the Nord Stream 1 pipeline to Germany would decrease to 33 million cubic metres per day as of Wednesday, citing directives from an industry watchdog. That is one-half of the existing flows, which are only operating at 40% of capacity normally. About 40% of Europe's gas and 30% of its oil were imported from Russia before the war.

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The Kremlin claims that maintenance issues and Western sanctions are to blame for the gas outage, but the European Union has charged Russia with energy extortion. The latest cut, according to Germany, has no technical justification. Volodymyr Zelensky, the president of Ukraine, issued a warning that the Kremlin was engaging in an "open gas war" against Europe.

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In a blow to nations that have backed Ukraine, Russia will once more shut off gas supplies to Europe, just when there was optimism that economic constraints may lessen this week with the restart of Black Sea grain exports.

In a blow to nations that have backed Ukraine, Russia will once more shut off gas supplies to Europe, just when there was optimism that economic constraints may lessen this week with the restart of Black Sea grain exports. Despite a Russian air strike over the weekend against the Ukrainian port of Odesa, the United Nations said the first ships from Ukraine might set sail in days as part of a deal reached on Friday. The largest crisis in Europe since World War Two, now in its sixth month, is having an impact far from Ukraine as seen by rising oil prices and the prospect of famine faced by millions in impoverished countries. On Tuesday, the Ukrainian military announced that Russian cruise missiles had struck targets in the south and that Ukrainian forces had also struck back. An after-hours request for comment was not immediately answered by the Russian defence ministry. Earlier this month, President Vladimir Putin warned the West that sanctions ran the risk of sparking significant increases in world oil prices. Russian energy company Gazprom announced on Monday that gas supplies via the Nord Stream 1 pipeline to Germany would decrease to 33 million cubic metres per day as of Wednesday, citing directives from an industry watchdog. That is one-half of the existing flows, which are only operating at 40% of capacity normally. About 40% of Europe's gas and 30% of its oil were imported from Russia before the war. Also Read: Sri Lankan crisis: Economy lessons India can learn The Kremlin claims that maintenance issues and Western sanctions are to blame for the gas outage, but the European Union has charged Russia with energy extortion. The latest cut, according to Germany, has no technical justification. Volodymyr Zelensky, the president of Ukraine, issued a warning that the Kremlin was engaging in an "open gas war" against Europe. (with inputs from agencies)

Economic revival hope fails after Russia-Ukraine grain deal crashes as Russia cuts gas supply to Europe

EU has divided over Russian energy and as per reports the Nord Stream turbine is stuck in Germany. Meanwhile, Russian natural gas cutoff could weigh on Europe's economies.

Europe divided over Russia: The Great Gas Turbine blame game

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