American conglomerate active in petroleum, chemicals, energy and polymers
The UK energy regulator has proposed a refundable fee schedule for data-centre projects seeking to connect to the electricity network. Developers would pay deposits per megawatt, with refunds if projects are completed. The move aims to curb speculative capacity in the grid-connection queue as demand for AI-related computing grows.
The U.S. Department of Justice has moved to block Minnesota's climate lawsuit, arguing federal regulation of greenhouse gases overrides state efforts. Minnesota’s attorney general has dismissed the action as meritless, while a parallel state case over consumer protection remains pending.