Spie and Tesla have signed a framework agreement to install battery electricity storage systems in Europe, focusing on France, Poland and Germany.
Israeli firm nT-Tao and Ben-Gurion University have developed a nonlinear control system that improves energy stability in fusion plasmas, strengthening the technical foundation of their future compact reactors.

India opens nuclear sector to private companies with landmark bill

The Indian government has introduced a bill allowing private companies to build and operate nuclear power plants, ending a state monopoly in place for over five decades.
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SEG Solar launches a strategic industrial project in Indonesia with 3GW capacity to support the supply chain of its photovoltaic modules for the US market.
Lummus Technology and Advanced Ionics have started construction of a pilot unit in Pasadena to test a new high-efficiency electrolysis technology, marking a step toward large-scale green hydrogen production.

Boviet Solar invests $400mn in two solar factories in North Carolina

Vietnam's Boviet Solar has launched two industrial sites in North Carolina to produce solar cells and modules, with over 1,300 jobs created and a total investment of $400mn.
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Xcel Energy initiates three public tender offers totalling $345mn on mortgage bonds issued by Northern States Power Company to optimise its long-term debt structure.
The US energy group plans to allocate $1.3bn to growth and $1.1bn to asset maintenance, with a specific focus on natural gas liquids and refining projects.

PDVSA denounces cyberattack targeting its administrative systems in Venezuela

Venezuelan state oil group PDVSA claims it was targeted by a cyberattack attributed to foreign interests, with no impact on main operations, amid rising tensions with the United States.
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EDF power solutions announces commercial operation of the San Kraal wind farm, the first unit of the 420MW Koruson 1 project, with full commissioning expected in early 2026.
EDF power solutions' Umoyilanga energy project has entered provisional operation with the Dassiesridge wind plant, marking a key milestone in delivering dispatchable electricity to South Africa’s national grid.

François Michel appointed CEO of GTT after record year

GTT appoints François Michel as CEO starting January 5, separating governance roles after strong revenue and profit growth in 2024.
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Acciona Energía sells 49% of its U.S. solar portfolio and all of two Mexican wind farms in a $1bn deal, reinforcing its asset rotation strategy.
The United States is requesting a derogation from EU methane rules, citing the Union’s energy security needs and the technical limits of its liquefied natural gas export model.

Falcon completes SS2-1H well stimulation programme in the Beetaloo

Falcon Oil & Gas and its partner Tamboran have completed stimulation of the SS2-1H horizontal well in the Beetaloo Sub-basin, a key step ahead of initial production tests expected in early 2026.
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Maxeon Solar Technologies has launched a new legal action against Aiko Solar and its European distributors over alleged infringement of a key back contact photovoltaic technology patent.
The group has won a strategic project with operator Amprion to deploy five 50 MW batteries to ease pressure on the German power grid and optimise electricity transmission.

Vena Energy launches 408 MWh storage system in South Australia

Vena Energy has begun construction of a 408 MWh battery energy storage system in Tailem Bend, marking a new phase in the deployment of its infrastructure in Australia.
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Shell will restart offshore exploration on Namibia’s PEL 39 block in April 2026 with a five-well drilling programme targeting previously discovered zones, despite a recent $400mn impairment.
Mauritania secures Saudi financing to build a key section of the “Hope Line” as part of its national plan to expand electricity transmission infrastructure inland.
The explosion of battery storage applications in Germany is causing grid congestion and pushing Berlin to revise its regulatory framework to prevent market saturation.
The collapse in storage costs positions batteries as a key lever for dispatchable solar, but dependence on Chinese suppliers creates growing tension between competitiveness and supply chain security.

Ashgabat brings together Russia, Turkey and Iran around new regional gas partnerships

At an international forum, Turkmenistan hosted several regional leaders to discuss commercial cooperation, with a strong focus on gas and alternative export corridors.
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The Big Beautiful Gulf 1 sale attracted more than $300mn in investments, with a focused strategy led by BP, Chevron and Woodside on high-yield blocks.
The United States intercepted an oil tanker loaded with Venezuelan crude and imposed new sanctions on maritime entities, increasing pressure on Nicolas Maduro’s regime and its commercial networks in the Caribbean.

Zelestra secures 108 MW in Sicily during second FER X auction

The company has secured a 108 MW solar project in Sicily, its largest in Italy, following the second national FER X auction, strengthening its portfolio of energy investments in the country.
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GE Vernova Hitachi’s BWRX-300 small modular reactor has passed a key regulatory hurdle in the United Kingdom, opening the door to potential commercial deployment, despite no current plans for construction.
JA Solar has launched a microgrid combining 5.2 MW of solar and 2.61 MWh of storage at an industrial site in Sicily, marking its first application of the "PV+Storage+X" model in Italy.

GreenGo secures additional 48 MW through FER X NZIA tender

Independent power producer GreenGo strengthens its portfolio to 193 MW under public schemes, after winning a new 48 MW solar project through the FER X NZIA programme.
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The Norwegian government has allocated two areas of the Utsira Nord project to the Equinor–Vårgrønn and EDF–Deep Wind Offshore consortia, launching a preparatory phase before a competitive state aid auction.
OPEC expects crude demand from its members to reach 43 million barrels per day in 2026, nearly matching current OPEC+ output, contrasting with oversupply forecasts from other institutions.

Italy awards 1.1 GW of non-Chinese solar capacity at 17% higher price

Italy awarded over 1.1 gigawatts to 88 solar projects using no Chinese equipment, in a European first, at an average tariff of €66.38/MWh, 17% above previous auctions.
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Singapore’s Sembcorp Industries has entered the Australian energy market with the acquisition of Alinta Energy in a deal valued at AU$6.5bn ($4.3bn), including debt.
Sinexcel has installed a 2MW/8MWh energy storage system in Matsusaka, marking a breakthrough in a regulated market after five years of technical partnerships and gradual deployment in Japan.

Potentia Energy secures $553mn financing to support its Australian portfolio

Potentia Energy has secured $553mn in financing to optimise its operational renewable assets and support the delivery of six new projects totalling over 600 MW of capacity across Australia.
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Inlyte Energy has successfully completed factory validation testing of its first full-scale iron-sodium battery, witnessed by Southern Company, paving the way for a pilot installation in the United States in early 2026.
A new independent study shows that maintaining aging coal plants increases electricity bills in Kentucky, while a renewable-based energy portfolio could generate up to $2.6bn in savings by 2050.

Natura acquires Shepherd Power and targets several gigawatts of nuclear reactors by 2032

Molten salt reactor developer Natura Resources has acquired Shepherd Power and partnered with NOV to scale up modular reactor manufacturing by the next decade.
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The Australian government has launched the opening of five offshore gas exploration blocks in the Otway Basin, highlighting a clear priority for southeast supply security amid risks of shortages by 2028, despite an ambitious official climate policy.
China National Nuclear Corporation expects commercial operation in 2026 for its ACP100 reactor, following successful cold testing and completion of critical structures in 2025.

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