At this stage in the global coronavirus outbreak nothing is certain, but the world is connected more than ever before and pathogens do not respect borders. This issue of Energy Today demonstrates the breadth of energy sectors currently impacted: air quality and the environment; oil and gas; storage; and, solar.

Maps Show Drastic Drop ​in China's Air Pollution After Coronavirus Quarantine


Satellite maps of China show a dramatic drop in nitrogen dioxide pollution released by burning fuel as the country tries to contain COVID-19.

Coronavirus and the Oil Market:
The Effects, and What to Expect

Slowing supply chains, declines in industrial activity, and stock market shocks indicate significant impact on the oil market and global economic growth.

Coronavirus Will Impact the Global Solar Supply Chain

Travel restrictions in China are slowing down manufacturing of solar modules and factories in south-east Asia and the US will start to see supply shortages.

Coronavirus Poised To Disrupt The Storage Sector

Work stoppages in China could affect battery storage manufacturing, leading to shortages and increased prices.

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