US woman brings first-ever wrongful death lawsuit against big oil Misti Leon argues fossil fuel companies’ climate negligence caused her mother’s death during a heatwave The Guardian - US · May 29, 2025
Can CCS meet Europe’s climate targets? Three projects beset with problems suggest not High costs, local opposition and technical issues threaten the viability of the EU’s multi-billion euro gamble on CCS to decarbonise heavy industry. Euronews · May 26, 2025
I borrowed the EV Hummer to visit my mom - and the drive almost ruined Mother's Day I drove the 2025 GMC Hummer EV 3X SUV 800 miles over Mother's Day weekend, and it was the comfiest I've ever felt on such a long drive — but it also took far longer than I expected, due to hours-long charge times. Here's how it went, and what you… Tom’s Guide · May 24, 2025
Oil industry funded Girl Scouts and British Museum to boost image, evidence suggests BP has funded Washington’s National Gallery of Art, UK’s Royal Shakespeare Company and National Portrait Gallery The Guardian - US · May 20, 2025
Shell suffers investor revolt over gas production impact on climate plans Just over a fifth of shareholder votes backed proposals for more disclosure on how increasing LNG production meets Shell’s environmental commitments. Evening Standard · May 20, 2025
Meet the 10 CFOs on Fortune’s 2025 Most Powerful Women in business list The list features 100 leading businesswomen from finance, tech, health care, telecom, retail, energy, and other industries. Fortune · May 20, 2025
Revealed: European ‘green’ investments hold billions in fossil fuel majors Exclusive: Funds with names such as ‘Sustainable Global Stars’ have stakes in some of the world’s biggest polluters The Guardian - UK · May 18, 2025
‘Is Costco gas OK?‘: Mechanic says that where you get your fuel from is actually important While drivers may have a favorite gas station, many are not above just going to the nearest one in a pinch. However, that may be a habit you want to halt because, according to one mechanic, where you get your gas from is important. The Mary Sue · May 16, 2025
Intel Makes a Cool Move With Shell, But Will Investors Warm Up? Intel partners with Shell on innovative data center cooling technology, highlighting a strategic focus on efficiency. MarketBeat · May 15, 2025
Dutch climate campaigners vow to take Shell to court again In a letter, Milieudefensie says it wants to stop firm developing new oil and gas projects ‘to curb crisis’ The Guardian - UK · May 13, 2025
“It’s a really wild, weird tuning, and something that low would just not work if you didn’t have a 30-inch scale”: Periphery’s Misha Mansoor on how the Fender Bass VI inspired his Jackson baritone offset –and the “absurd” super-low tuning he uses on it With Charvel Surfcaster bodies and Strat headstocks, Mansoor's Frankenstein Jacksons are the coolest metal guitars you'll see, and the tuning they've inspired is crazy even by baritone standards MusicRadar · May 13, 2025
Dutch Climate Group Launches New Case Against Shell Dutch environmental group Milieudefensie said Tuesday it was launching a new legal case against Shell, aiming to stop the fossil fuel giant investing in new oil and gas fields. International Business Times · May 13, 2025
Dutch NGO hits Shell with fresh legal challenge - and the impact could be ‘enormous’ “Shell will not stop of its own accord,” says the director of Milieudefensie, which has enjoyed previous legal success against the oil giant. Euronews · May 13, 2025
BP Buyout Buzz Puts Spotlight on Transocean’s Comeback Potential There is a new potential bidding war for BP going on, as the broader oil industry seems to be headed to a cyclically low valuation. MarketBeat · May 12, 2025
The Guardian - AU · May 8, 2025 Woodside staves off investor climate concerns at fiery AGM beset by protesters Fossil fuel company retains chosen board members, with former Shell executive Ann Pickard re-elected at meeting interrupted by whistle-blowing activists
The Guardian - UK · May 6, 2025 Shell doesn’t need to bid for BP The opportunity to build a European mega-cap firm is tempting, but it’s hard to beat the appeal of share buy-backs
Evening Standard · May 6, 2025 FTSE edges higher amid UK-India trade deal to continue winning streak The FTSE 100 finished up by 0.01%, or 1.07 points, to close at 8,597.42.
The Guardian - US · May 6, 2025 Plastics industry pushed ‘advanced recycling’ despite knowing problems – report Producers promoted chemical recycling – processes used to break plastics into constituent molecules – but knew of limitations
Evening Standard · May 6, 2025 BP shares rise amid reports Shell considering takeover offer The oil major saw its shares lift on Tuesday, following reports its biggest rival is weighing whether to launch a takeover bid.
Fortune · May 2, 2025 Exxon and Chevron hold the line against tariffs, OPEC, and plunging oil prices Exxon Mobil and Chevron are pushing back on “shortsighted” investors and maintaining their growth plans even as they feud with each other.
International Business Times · May 2, 2025 Shell Net Profit Sinks 35% In First-quarter As Oil Prices Fall British energy giant Shell on Friday reported a sharp drop in first-quarter net profit as it was hit by weaker oil prices but pushed ahead with shareholder returns.
Euronews · May 2, 2025 Shell launches multi-billion share buyback after beating expectations Shell announced a $3.5bn (€3.1bn) share repurchase for the next three months, marking the fourteenth quarter in a row that the company has bought back shares worth a minimum of $3bn (€2.7bn).
Evening Standard · May 2, 2025 Shell reveals lower profits after slump in oil prices Chief executive Wael Sawan said Shell ‘delivered another solid set of results in the first quarter of 2025’.
The Guardian - UK · May 2, 2025 FTSE notches up its longest-ever winning streak with 15th day of gains – as it happened Live, rolling coverage of business, economics and financial markets as the FTSE nets its longest-ever winning run, Amazon’s Bezos to sell stock worth up to $4.75bn; US employment figures higher than expected
The Independent UK · Apr 24, 2025 FTSE 100 edges to three-week high as oil firms gain value The index finished up by 0.05%, or 4.26 points, to close at 8,407.44.