The recovery that never quite found its footing has hit another wall. On 21 May 2026, the European Commission published its Spring Economic Forecast, and the headline is stark: a renewed conflict in the Middle East has triggered a fresh energy shock, reigniting inflation and shaking economic confidence across the continent. – Written by Doğan Erbek
AI is reshaping the economics of new oil developments by shortening project cycles, improving subsurface decision-making, and reducing pre-sanction uncertainty in a more disciplined capital environment. – Written by Doğan Erbek
Strategic analysis of how energy diplomacy is reshaping EU regional security, economic resilience, and geopolitical positioning in 2026. – Written by Doğan Erbek
Rising fuel costs have reemerged as a powerful driver of global inflation in 2026, reversing much of the progress many economies made in cooling price pressures after the pandemic. – Written by Doğan Erbek
Here’s some uncomfortable news: The world is approaching a critical climate tipping point. According to the United Nations and leading scientific bodies, exceeding the 1.5 °C threshold above pre‑industrial temperatures (at least temporarily) is now considered inevitable. As I explain further below, this stark warning underscores the urgency of global climate action and the profound implications …
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The concept of smart cities has long promised a future where urban living is more efficient, sustainable, and responsive to the needs of citizens. But in recent years, a new technological force has emerged to supercharge this vision: generative AI. No longer confined to creative tasks like writing or image generation, generative AI is now …
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Modern industrial factory construction encounters several significant barriers that affect the pace and feasibility of new projects. While some of these barriers may be difficult to address, others can be overcome with strategic planning and innovative approaches. Let’s take a brief look at these barriers and potential solutions. Addressing labor shortages through training and technology …
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The International Energy Agency (IEA) has released its Global Energy Review 2025, shedding light on significant trends in global energy demand and supply. The report reveals that global energy demand grew by 2.2% in 2024, a rate nearly twice the recent average. This surge in demand was primarily driven by the power sector, with electricity …
The circular economy represents a transformative approach to economic growth that prioritizes sustainability, resource efficiency, and environmental health. Unlike the traditional linear economy, which follows a “take, make, dispose” pattern, the circular economy aims to create a closed-loop system where resources are reused, recycled, and regenerated. This model offers numerous opportunities for companies to innovate, …
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Generative AI is all the rage at the moment, especially in the circles of really big data center operators, otherwise called “hyperscale” data center operators. According to S&P Global, mentions of keywords relating to generative AI have skyrocketed amongst these companies, highlighting just how much interest the technology is generating and where these companies are …
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