... challenges for the stability of energy systems. Due to variable generation (weather dependency), renewable sources require development in energy storage systems and backup capacities. Countries are not rushing to abandon traditional generation entirely: coal and gas power plants continue to play vital roles as guarantees of uninterrupted supply during peak loads or low RE generation. Governments and companies are investing in modernizing grids and energy storage technologies to facilitate the integration of RE without risking outages. Thus, the energy transition is underway—the share of clean energy is steadily increasing, but during the transition ...

... growing demand: prices for thermal coal have remained relatively stable in recent months, indicating a balance in supply. Thus, coal continues to represent a significant share in the global energy balance and will remain an important component of energy ... ... lifting of restrictions is planned: the embargo will remain only for traders, oil depots, and small refineries, while large oil companies may be allowed to resume exports. Accidents at several major oil refineries have led to a reduction in gasoline production ...

... prices. However, gas plays a role as an alternative energy source: against the backdrop of high gasoline prices, interest in gas-powered vehicles (methane, propane-butane) as a more affordable option for transportation is increasing. Some transport companies are switching to compressed natural gas to lower fuel expenses. In addition, gas and coal are the essence of energy generation, affecting electricity tariffs, which indirectly touches the economics of fuel (for example, the electricity cost is important for electric vehicles and oil refining). Coal. The global coal market experiences ...

... among the government’s priorities. Maintaining transportation priority reflects this. They might even push coal aside if necessary. However, coal shipments are primarily for export, while the priority is to meet domestic market needs. If required, coal shipments will be deprioritized," the expert said. The latest series of RZD orders on prioritizing oil cargo loading shows that oil companies are little concerned with the existing queue on the network. They can lobby for passage along both the Eastern Polygon and the North Caucasus Railway. However, the delay in implementing new NDA Rules is likely not driven by oil companies, Denis ...

... market mechanisms continue to operate: OPEC+ balances increasing supply with demand, while consumers and businesses adapt to changing conditions, whether through seeking alternative suppliers or substituting fuel types. In traditional sectors (oil, gas, coal), there is a temporary strengthening of positions due to high prices and the desire to ensure stable energy supply – even against the backdrop of a strategic shift towards a "green" transition. Investors and companies within the fuel and energy sector in Russia and worldwide are continuing to monitor these trends closely to make timely strategic decisions. The combination of flexibility and foresight in such circumstances becomes the key to success for market ...