ExxonMobil Sues EU Over Windfall Tax
According to the company, the tax on ‘excess profits,’ whatever boon it might be for the EU’s coffers in the short term, is ultimately “counterproductive,” since it would scare off prospective investors.
According to the company, the tax on ‘excess profits,’ whatever boon it might be for the EU’s coffers in the short term, is ultimately “counterproductive,” since it would scare off prospective investors.
The Russian army has been specifically targeting energy infrastructures. The aim of the conference was to put in place practical and concrete aid in the sectors identified as being the most in need.
For the first time in history, researchers have managed to produce a net energy gain in a fusion experiment using lasers. While commercial use would need to see a great increase in effectivity, scientists hail this as a major breakthrough.
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The informal meeting, planned for October 7th in Prague, follows on the heels of an agreement between energy ministers for mandatory windfall taxes on energy companies.
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