Clean Fuels Cost Debate: Advanced Biofuels Canada says analyses show limited impact of clean fuels on Canadians’ food costs and household budgets, arguing critics rely on flawed Clean Fuel Regulations cost estimates. Energy Infrastructure Upgrade: BC Hydro is investing $200M to expand and modernize Burnaby’s Newell Substation, adding capacity for 15,000 more customers, with construction targeting completion by 2031. Critical Minerals Supply: Elevra Lithium secured a price-floor structure in a Canada processing supply deal, aiming to stabilize long-term viability as western countries build critical-mineral supply chains. Hydro and Drought Watch: A new roundup highlights how drought is squeezing U.S. hydropower, with record-low reservoir levels raising the risk of reduced electricity generation. Trade Talks and Keystone XL: As U.S.-Canada negotiators meet in Washington ahead of a looming tariff deadline, Trump’s Keystone XL revival talk is resurfacing alongside scarce deal details. LNG/Power Deal Planning: Newfoundland and Labrador created “Team Labrador” to ensure Labrador benefits from a proposed multibillion-dollar Churchill River energy deal with Quebec, including housing and services planning for incoming workers. Battery Manufacturing: LG Energy Solution began production at a new Michigan battery plant targeting 35 GWh capacity and jobs once fully operational.