The Australian government plans to introduce a free solar electricity offer in several regions starting in July 2026, to optimize the management of the electricity grid during peak production periods.
Chinese manufacturer Fox ESS has entered into a partnership with Australian distributor Solar Juice to deploy up to 1GWh of battery capacity, targeting the fast-growing residential and commercial segments of the Australian market.
Plug Power has signed a supply agreement with Allied Biofuels to equip a sustainable fuel production site in Uzbekistan, bringing total contracted capacity with Allied partners to 5 GW.
JA Solar has signed a strategic agreement with Australia's 5B to supply over 100 MW of photovoltaic modules for a large-scale solar project in Western Australia.
Canadian Solar’s subsidiary has completed the commercial operation of a battery storage project in Mannum, marking a key milestone in the large-scale energy deployment in southern Australia.
Clenergy has appointed Haydn Fletcher and Samir Jacob to strategic positions to strengthen its operations in Australia and internationally, amid targeted commercial expansion.
Rio Tinto commissions eight electric haul trucks with swappable batteries at the Oyu Tolgoi copper mine in partnership with Chinese company SPIC Qiyuan.
Neoen’s Goyder South Wind Farm reaches full generation capacity, strengthening the French group’s presence in Australia’s energy market with 412 MW connected to the grid.
The Australian government has granted environmental approval for the 108 MW Waddi Wind Farm, a Tilt Renewables project with construction costs exceeding $400mn.
The levelised cost of solar electricity continues to fall globally, reaching a regional record of $37/MWh in the Middle East and Africa thanks to tracker technologies, according to the latest market data.
Rising responses to UNEP’s satellite alerts trigger measurement, reporting and verification clauses; the European Union sets import milestones, Japan strengthens liquefied natural gas traceability; operators and steelmakers adjust budgets and contracts.
Canadian uranium producer NexGen Energy has completed a A$1bn ($639mn) equity raise split between North American and Australian markets to support the development of its Rook I project.
Japan and Malaysia have signed a preliminary cooperation protocol aiming to establish a regulatory foundation for cross-border carbon dioxide transport as part of future carbon capture and storage projects.
Australian group Santos lowers its annual production forecast after an unplanned shutdown at the Barossa project and delayed recovery in the Cooper Basin.
The New South Wales Government has approved Ark Energy’s hybrid solar and battery project in Richmond Valley, combining a solar power plant and long-duration storage.
The PairPHNXX system, designed for rapid deployment in areas without grid access, targets agricultural, military, and industrial markets with a turnkey modular technology.
Tamboran has completed a three-well drilling campaign in the Beetaloo Sub-basin, with 12,000 metres of horizontal sections prepared for stimulation and maintenance ahead of the commercial phase.
Utility-scale battery storage system costs continue to fall across Asia-Pacific, but the pace of reductions is expected to slow significantly by 2029, according to Wood Mackenzie projections.
Canada’s IsoEnergy will acquire Australia’s Toro Energy for AUD75mn ($49mn), creating a diversified uranium production platform with assets across Australia, Canada and the United States.
The development of CCS in Europe faces major obstacles in the form of regulatory uncertainty and high costs. Projects are slowing down as the 2030 deadline for climate targets approaches.
The Australian Opposition, led by Peter Dutton, announces the introduction of nuclear power with seven potential sites, aiming for cleaner, more affordable electricity.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang concludes his visit to Australia with an inspection of the Tianqi lithium refinery, underlining the strategic importance of Australian minerals for China.
The Minns Government is allocating $3.5 billion in the 2024-25 budget to strengthen NSW's energy system and support households in their energy transition.
By 2023, the offshore wind industry had expanded significantly, laying the foundations for a decade of rapid growth thanks to key policy developments and strengthened collaborations.
Eku Energy plans to increase its global energy storage capacity to 9 GWh by 2028, from the current 1.3 GWh, to accelerate the energy transition and maximize the use of renewable energies.
UAE-based Taqa has put an abrupt end to its negotiations to acquire a major stake in Spanish energy company Naturgy. This surprise decision caused the Madrid-based company's share price to plummet by almost 15%, losing almost all the gains made since the talks were formalized at the end of April.
Aramco's secondary public offering, raising $11.2 billion, attracted a majority of foreign investors, underlining international interest in the Saudi oil giant and the kingdom's economic reforms.
Hitachi Energy announces an additional investment of $4.5 billion by 2027 to strengthen its production, R&D and partnership capabilities, aimed at supporting the transition to cleaner energy.
Brookfield's takeover bid sent Neoen's share price soaring by over 20% on the Paris Bourse, marking a new era for the French renewable energy supplier.
