... driving price increases is the resumption of gasoline exports, which became effective on May 17. According to S&P Global Platts, Russia's maritime gasoline exports rose from 99,000 barrels per day (bpd) in May 2024 to 150,000 bpd in June, with gasoline's share in Russia's total maritime petroleum product exports increasing from 4% to 7%. While fuel oil and diesel continue to dominate Russian petroleum exports, the increased gasoline exports amidst production cuts heighten the risk of shortages in the ...

... increasingly popular way to attract financing for startups and creative projects. In this article, you will learn about the various types of crowdfunding, its advantages and risks, as well as how to conduct a successful crowdfunding campaign. I will share examples of successful projects in Russia and provide tips to help you prepare for launching your own campaign. Crowdfunding has emerged as a popular method for securing funding for startups, social projects, and even cultural events. This approach ...

.... **In Europe**, as of the end of 2024, the total generation from solar and wind power plants finally surpassed electricity production from coal and gas-fired stations. This trend has continued into 2025: with the introduction of new capacities, the share of “green” electricity in the EU is still growing, while the share of coal in the energy balance is decreasing after a temporary spike during the 2022–2023 crisis. **In the U.S.**, renewable energy has also reached historic levels—over 30% ...

... exports from Russia has allowed China to diversify supplies and secure more favorable pricing conditions, gradually sidelining Middle Eastern competitors. Thus, the sanctions standoff is indirectly leading to a redistribution of global oil flows: the share of Russian barrels in Asia is increasing while Middle Eastern producers risk facing a contraction in their markets. If the U.S. follows through on its threats of harsh tariffs against China, Beijing will likely retaliate – from diplomatic protests ...

... Simultaneously, many countries are declaring plans for a phased exit from coal in their energy balance and a move to cleaner sources, causing global demand to grow at a much slower pace than production. In Russia, coal continues to hold a significant share in both electricity production and export revenue in the sector. Production by Russian companies remains near record levels, and amidst sanctions, the coal industry is actively reorienting towards Asian markets. The government supports exporters ...