Energy Facilities
Coverage of Energy Facilities in the Nexus archive.
- Russia Intensifies Energy War, Launching More Than 20 Drones at Single Power Target
Russia has increased its attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, using up to 25 drones in single strikes. Ukraine's power grid has faced a 36% rise in strikes this year, resulting in the loss of approximately half its electricity generation capacity.
- Powering Louisiana’s future: How carbon capture is driving industry and rural growth
Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is driving industrial sustainability and economic growth in Louisiana by reducing CO₂ emissions from energy and manufacturing facilities. The expansion of CCS infrastructure is creating job opportunities and economic development in rural communities, leveraging Louisiana’s geology, skilled workforce, and energy network to position the state as a national leader in low-carbon solutions.
- Trump Wants to Fast Track AI
President Donald Trump expressed surprise at the energy demands of artificial intelligence and announced his administration is accelerating approvals for energy facilities to power data centers. Over 70 gas-fired power plants are planned to privately serve these data centers across the U.S.
- Russian Air Barrage on Kyiv Kills At Least 10
A Russian air barrage on Kyiv killed at least 10 people. Russia's Defense Ministry claimed the attack targeted Ukrainian military and energy facilities in retaliation for recent strikes on Russian infrastructure.
- Ukraine says it attacked two Russian oil refineries
Ukraine claimed to have attacked two Russian oil refineries. Russian authorities reported at least two deaths from drone attacks as Ukraine continues targeting energy facilities.
- At least 2 dead after Ukraine drone assault sets fire to major oil refinery in Russia: report
Ukraine's drone assault caused a fire at a major oil refinery in Russia, resulting in at least two deaths. Ukraine has increased attacks on Russian military industries and energy facilities in recent months.
- Russian Strike Hits Energy and Civilian Infrastructure in Odesa Region, Injuring One
Russian forces attacked energy and civilian infrastructure in the Vilkove community of Odesa region, causing a fire and leaving the town without electricity. The strike injured one person, according to the Izmail District Military Administration.
- Ukrainian Strikes on Russian-Annexed Crimea Kill 4, Pause Fuel Sales
Ukraine conducted strikes on military and energy facilities in Russian-Annexed Crimea, resulting in four deaths and a pause in fuel sales. The attack is described as one of the largest on the peninsula in recent months.
- Ukraine hits Moscow refinery as Zelenskyy seeks Trump support to end war
Ukraine targeted a Moscow refinery, part of broader attacks on Russia's oil refineries, which have damaged energy facilities and exacerbated a fuel crisis. Zelenskyy is seeking Trump's support to end the war.
- Potential agreement with Iran would include opening of Strait of Hormuz, Trump says
President Trump stated a potential agreement with Iran could be signed soon, involving the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. The deal follows earlier threats to attack civilian infrastructure and take over Iran's energy facilities.
- Ukraine Strikes Occupied Mariupol Port, Knocking Out Russian Logistics Hub
Ukrainian forces attacked infrastructure at the Russian-occupied Mariupol Sea Commercial Port, damaging energy, repair, and administrative facilities used for military logistics and illicit exports. The attack left the port without power and significantly reduced its operational capacity as a Russian logistics hub.
- What is the St Petersburg forum, Putin’s economic outreach to the world?
The St Petersburg forum, an economic outreach event by Putin, was preceded by a Ukrainian drone strike targeting energy facilities near the city. The attack occurred hours before the forum's start.
- Saudi Arabia says operational activities halted at several energy sites
Saudi Arabia halted operational activities at several energy sites following attacks, leading to reduced supply and slow recovery, according to a state news agency official. The attacks on energy facilities have caused disruptions in energy supply and delayed recovery efforts.