The Nord Stream 2 Russia-to-Germany pipeline could offer plentiful natural gas. But tensions with Vladimir Putin are keeping it out of reach.
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U.S. Threat to Squeeze Russia’s Economy Is a Tactic With a Mixed Record
Sanctions, like aiming to cut oil exports, could also hurt European allies. “It’s a limited toolbox,” one expert said.
Germany Suspends Approval of Gas Pipeline, Sending Prices Soaring
The decision to delay certification of the Russia-to-Germany gas pipeline comes amid rising political tensions between the West and Russia.
A Russian Pipeline Changes Direction, and Energy Politics Come to the Fore
Amid an energy crunch in Europe, one of Russia’s largest natural gas pipelines began pulling gas out of Western Europe back eastward, Russian news agencies reported.
On a Pacific Island, Russia Tests Its Battle Plan for Climate Change
President Vladimir V. Putin long dismissed the threat posed by global warming. But fires, disasters and foreign pressure have prompted him to change course.
As Western Oil Giants Cut Production, State-Owned Companies Step Up
In the Middle East, Africa and Latin America, government-owned energy companies are increasing oil and natural gas production as U.S. and European companies pare supply because of climate concerns.
As Europe Faces a Cold Winter, Putin Seizes on the Leverage From Russia’s Gas Output
Critics claim Russia is manipulating the flow of gas to push up prices, but for Vladimir Putin it’s schadenfreude over Western European nations that he sees as unprepared.
Norway’s ‘Climate Election’ Puts Center-Left in Charge
Global warming and the future of the country’s oil and gas industry dominated the election campaign, yet smaller parties with ambitious approaches on climate fared less well than expected.
High Natural Gas Prices Strain Europeans, Weighing on Recovery
Crimped supplies and increased demand have pushed energy prices to their highest in years, raising concerns about the winter.
In Deal With Germany, U.S. Drops Threat to Block Russian Gas Pipelines
The agreement infuriated both Republicans and Democrats in Congress, who accused the Biden administration of being soft on Russia.