... last year, considering increased consumption last winter and the complete cessation of transit through Ukraine since the beginning of the year. The Gas Exporting Countries Forum and analysts warn that competition for liquefied natural gas (LNG) on the global market may intensify, and summer exchange prices in Europe could exceed winter prices if filling storage proves challenging. The situation is alleviated by the fact that LNG supplies are currently meeting European demand. The United States is breaking its own records for LNG exports: in July, gas delivery to American LNG plants reached a historical high of over ...

... useful products and improve processes. This area covers many industries: medicine, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, ecology, and even industrial production. Biotechnology is developing rapidly and offers innovative solutions that help cope with serious global challenges such as diseases, food shortages, and environmental protection. The main areas of biotechnology include: Genetic engineering - changing DNA to obtain new properties in plants, animals, and microorganisms. Pharmaceutical biotechnology - developing ...

... sources meeting an increasing share of demand. Overall, summer 2025 demonstrates the resilience of the power sector: even under challenging conditions, consumers have reliable access to electricity, largely thanks to record levels of generation based on ... ... High Demand Amid Moderate Prices Coal continues to play a notable role in the energy balance of many countries, despite the global push for decarbonization. According to the International Energy Agency’s forecasts, global coal consumption in 2025 will ...

... higher start to the year. Key reasons include cautious behavior from Chinese consumers and weak external demand. Domestic statistics indicate a decline in retail sales and investment activity, signaling that the post-pandemic recovery is entering a more challenging phase. Chinese authorities have announced a series of targeted stimulus measures – from programs to boost domestic demand to tax incentives for businesses – but global investors are skeptical that these steps will be sufficient to achieve the targeted annual growth of around 5.5–6%. The softer trajectory of the Chinese economy is reflected across the region, particularly impacting resource and goods exporters ...

... operators are implementing heightened readiness modes on days of extreme heat, while renewable sources are taking on an increasing share of demand coverage. In general, the summer of 2025 demonstrates the resilience of the electricity sector: even under challenging conditions, consumers are provided with electricity, largely due to record generation volumes based on RES. Coal Sector: High Demand Amid Moderate Prices Coal continues to play a notable role in the energy mix of many countries, despite the global push towards decarbonization. According to the International Energy Agency, global coal consumption in 2025 will remain close to record levels and may even set a new high. Global production is expected to be around 9.2 billion tons, primarily due ...