... cautiously. Demand for oil traditionally decreases in the fall, especially considering the economic slowdown in Europe and China, so some analysts expect that OPEC+ may pause in October-December and not immediately expand quotas after September. Much will depend on the price environment: while prices around $70 per barrel satisfy most exporters, if prices remain confidently above this level, some countries may be incentivized to accelerate production increases to avoid overheating the market and losing ...

... that integrate solar technology into glass, serving multiple purposes. Production of Biofuels. Energy can be generated from used vegetable oil, waste, or even manure. This requires purchasing and installing appropriate equipment, with investment size depending on the scale of the operation. A mini-plant does not require substantial investment, though significant profits should not be expected from it. Other promising avenues can also be explored. The critical task is to understand their operational ...

... and further weaken Russia’s role in the global market. Together, geopolitical factors and new agreements are creating a clearer long-term picture for investors: transatlantic energy cooperation is strengthening, while risks for those continuing to depend on Russian oil and gas are increasing. Moscow, for its part, is under growing pressure. Trump’s ultimatum regarding Ukraine – the demand for peace within days – if not met, threatens new harsh sanctions. This could also affect the remaining ...

... administration has indicated that it is prepared to impose new restrictive measures if the summit does not yield results. Thus, the outcome of the meeting in Alaska will have significant implications for energy cooperation and sanction policies. Ukraine: Rising Dependence on Energy Imports Against the backdrop of the protracted conflict, Ukraine is facing a shortage of its own energy resources and is forced to increase purchases from abroad. In 2024, the country consumed about 19.9 billion cubic meters of gas ...

... Additional Insights for U.S. and European Markets For American and European investors, the evolving energy landscape presents unique opportunities and challenges. As Europe intensifies its renewable energy investments and aims to reduce fossil fuel dependency, investors might explore sectors beyond traditional oil. In the U.S., where energy companies remain heavily involved in both fossil fuels and renewable projects, investors may find promising hybrid investments that span conventional and renewable ...