Current emission trajectories put the planet on course for a 2.3°C to 2.5°C rise, according to the latest UN calculations, just days before the COP30 in Belem.
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.
China added a record 264 GW of wind and solar capacity in the first half of 2025, but the introduction of a new competitive pricing mechanism for future projects may put pressure on prices and affect developer profitability.
OneD Battery Sciences and Shanghai Putailai New Energy Technology announce a development agreement to design and scale production of silicon-carbon anodes for lithium-ion batteries.
Sinopec and LG Chem announce a strategic partnership to develop key materials for sodium-ion batteries. This collaboration aims to accelerate the commercialization of this technology in energy storage systems and low-speed electric vehicles.
China's decision to cancel the 13% VAT rebate on photovoltaic module exports triggers a sharp price adjustment and reshapes a market under pressure for the past two years.
GCL Energy Technology strengthens its presence in Southeast Asia by partnering with PLN Indonesia Power to develop two 100 MW solar plants, both ground-mounted and floating, as part of the government’s Hijaunesia program.
The Chinese wind turbine manufacturer and Saudi operator sign a seven-year framework agreement to deploy local production lines and enhance technological cooperation in several strategic markets.
Shanghai Electric strengthens its position in the global nuclear fusion supply chain with strategic equipment deliveries for the ITER project in France and CRAFT in China.
Sinopec and BASF have reached a mutual recognition agreement on their carbon accounting methods, certified as compliant with both Chinese and international standards, amid growing industrial standardisation efforts.
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.
Meeting in Canada, G7 energy ministers unveiled a series of projects aimed at securing supply chains for critical minerals, in response to China’s restrictions on rare earth exports.
US coal exports fell 11% in the first half of 2025, prompting the Trump administration to commit $100mn to upgrade domestic power plants and support the national energy sector.
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.
ACWA Power signed $10bn worth of projects and financing agreements across Central Asia, the Gulf, China and Africa, marking a new phase in its global energy expansion.
Schneider Electric reaffirmed its annual targets after reporting 9% organic growth in Q3, driven by data centres and manufacturing, despite a negative currency effect of €466mn ($492mn).
The Italian industrial cable manufacturer posted revenue above €5bn in the third quarter, driven by high-voltage cable demand, and adjusted its 2025 guidance upward.
Energy ministers coordinate investment and traceability to curb China’s dominance in mineral refining and stabilize supply chains vital to electronics, defense, and energy under a common G7 framework.
Donald Trump announces an immediate reduction in tariffs on Chinese fentanyl-related imports from 20% to 10%, potentially impacting energy flows between Washington and Beijing.
Fortescue accelerates the decarbonisation of its operations by leveraging an international network of technology and industrial partners, targeting net zero at its mining sites by 2030.
The global hydrogen production market is expected to more than double by 2035, supported by technological advances and growing demand from transport, heavy industry and decarbonised energy systems.
US sanctions against Serbian oil company NIS, owned by Gazprom, were delayed by eight days after talks between Belgrade and Washington, President Aleksandar Vucic said.
At World Atomic Week in Moscow, the Russian president advocated for a reform of civil nuclear funding mechanisms, urging stronger involvement from multilateral financial institutions.
Sinopec reaches a milestone in hydrogen logistics with a 1,500 km journey from Shanghai to Hubei, supported by a network of 146 stations and 11 supply centres.
Fortescue has selected Envision Energy to supply next-generation turbines in Australia, the first step in a project targeting 2 to 3 GW of renewable generation backed by batteries.
EVE Energy seals a 500MWh strategic agreement with CommVOLT in Europe for commercial and industrial storage at Solar & Storage Live UK 2025, as its five MWh direct current system enters deployment.
Energy Vault Holdings has secured $50mn in debenture financing, complementing a $300mn preferred equity investment, to support the development of its large-scale energy storage projects.
Grenergy reported €86mn in EBITDA in the first half of 2025 and raised its investments to €421mn, supported by increased energy sales and major storage operations.
Africa's photovoltaic market is expected to grow rapidly with 23 GW of new installations projected by 2028, according to Global Solar Council forecasts.
Woodside Energy, Japan Suiso Energy and Kansai Electric Power are joining forces to develop a liquid hydrogen supply chain between Australia and Japan, with production planned at a new facility in Perth.
The 400 MWh energy storage system installed by RWE in Limondale becomes the longest-duration grid-connected battery in Australia, with full commissioning expected by the end of the year.
A steel site in Taizhou now hosts Jiangsu’s largest behind-the-meter energy storage system, with 120 MW of output and 240 MWh of capacity, developed by Jingjiang Taifu New Energy.
Iberdrola plans to invest EUR58bn ($61.83bn) by 2028, targeting a net profit of EUR7.6bn ($8.10bn), focusing on power grids and key markets such as the United Kingdom and the United States.
Envision Energy strengthens its commercial strategy in Australia through a new agreement with ANZ to finance energy projects and develop local supply chains in renewables.
A new three-year gas import agreement will be signed between Belgrade and Moscow, as Serbia’s energy ties face growing diplomatic scrutiny from the West.
EVE Energy has commissioned in China a 400MWh energy storage system based on 628Ah cells, a world first that paves the way for large-scale industrialisation of ultra-high-capacity batteries.
