The International Energy Agency is launching the next phase of its work to expand access to cleaner cooking in sub-Saharan Africa, where progress has been slower than in other regions.
Why it matters: Widespread use of polluting fuels like wood, charcoal and dung — and open fires or inadequate stoves — is a massive health and economic problem.
Chevron's blockbuster, $53 billion acquisition of Hess Corp. is complete after a dispute panel ruled against Exxon in arbitration over Hess assets in a massive oilfield off Guyana's coast.
Why it matters: The International Chamber of Commerce panel's decision enables a pivotal deal for Chevron that had been held up for over a year in a clash with rival titan Exxon.
