Brazil and China have concluded a three-year agreement to secure access to essential radioisotopes for the medical, industrial and scientific sectors, with no financial exchange between the parties.
Brazilian producer Sigma Lithium has been included in a thematic index by Morgan Stanley grouping US-listed companies considered essential to national security and strategic supply chains.
Talks on the Net-Zero Framework, which seeks to regulate greenhouse gas pricing on marine fuels, have been postponed until 2026 following a majority vote initiated by Saudi Arabia.
Under intense diplomatic pressure from Washington, member states of the International Maritime Organization agreed to postpone by one year the adoption of a carbon pricing mechanism for global maritime transport.
Washington confirms it has mandated the CIA to carry out secret actions against Nicolas Maduro’s government, escalating tensions between the United States and Venezuela amid geostrategic and energy stakes.
The increase in Brazil’s biodiesel blend mandate to 15% has reignited calls for stronger regulatory supervision as prices climb and budget constraints limit enforcement.
Israeli company Prisma Photonics has raised $30mn in a funding round led by Protego Ventures to develop its artificial intelligence-based detection system for power grids and critical infrastructure.
Major global oil traders anticipate a continued decline in Brent prices, citing the fading geopolitical premium and rising supply, particularly from non-OPEC producers.
Waga Energy strengthens its presence in Brazil, betting on a rapidly structuring market where biomethane benefits from an incentive-based regulatory framework and strong industrial investment prospects.
The COP30 conference hosted in the Amazon by Brazil faces low participation from global leaders, amid geopolitical tensions and major logistical challenges.
Qatar’s sovereign wealth fund has raised its stake to approximately 15% in ISAGEN, one of Colombia’s leading power producers, through a $535mn investment alongside Brookfield.
China imported an average of 11.5 million barrels of crude oil per day in September, supported by higher refining rates among both state-run and independent operators.
The United States has granted Trinidad and Tobago a special licence to resume negotiations with Venezuela on the Dragon gas field, partially lifting restrictions imposed on the Venezuelan energy sector.
Global demand for biofuels is driving a sharp increase in used oil imports to Europe and the United States, straining global feedstock supply chains, according to the International Energy Agency.
New Fortress Energy has initiated the initial ignition of its 624 MW CELBA 2 power plant in Brazil, starting the commissioning phase ahead of commercial operations expected later this year.
Green ammonia reaches a new industrial milestone with 428 active projects and over $11bn in investments, highlighting accelerated sector growth across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and the Americas.
EDF power solutions and Refocosta have inaugurated Colombia’s largest wood biomass power plant in Villanueva, with 30 MW of capacity and an annual output of 200 GWh injected into the national grid.
The Babilônia Centro wind farm, developed in partnership between Casa dos Ventos and ArcelorMittal Brasil, enters commercial production with 28 turbines out of 123. This launch marks a 13-week advancement from the original schedule.
Portuguese group Energias de Portugal (EDP) announces a 16% decrease in its 2024 annual profit, affected by disappointing performance in its renewable energy subsidiary, particularly due to the abandonment of wind projects.
Brazil's oil giant Petrobras announced a $2.8 billion loss for Q4 2024, primarily driven by a depreciation of the real and falling oil prices. Its net profit for the full year plummeted by 70%.
French pipe manufacturer Vallourec reported a 9% decline in net profit for 2024 but plans to pay a dividend of €1.50 per share, its first in ten years.
Brazil, one of the world's leading oil producers, is tightening regulations on offshore exploration and production, impacting the industry and investments. The measures aim to enhance safety and limit environmental impacts.
The South African government is urging the acceleration of oil exploration in the offshore Orange Basin, shared with Namibia, to reduce the country’s energy dependence.
Brazil has officially joined the OPEC Charter, strengthening its position in the global energy sector while consolidating its place among influential producers.
The Buzios7 project, located in the Santos Basin, has officially begun production. With advanced processing capacity, it contributes to the goal of one million barrels per day for one of the world's largest deepwater oil fields.
Energy Minister Marc Ferracci reaffirmed his opposition to reopening the debate on oil exploration in France. Despite proposals from Overseas Minister Manuel Valls, the government is prioritizing a decarbonization strategy aligned with its international commitments.
Manuel Valls calls for a debate on banning oil exploitation in Guyana, while Minister of Ecological Transition, Agnès Pannier-Runacher, opposes, emphasizing the consistency of France's environmental commitments.
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) has signed a major agreement with Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. (Petrobras) for the import of Brazilian crude oil, strengthening India's energy supply diversification and reinforcing trade relations between the two nations.
Petro-Victory Energy Corp. and Azevedo & Travassos Petroleo announce the joint acquisition of 13 onshore oil fields in Brazil. The USD 15 million deal aims to increase production and strengthen their presence in the Potiguar Basin.
Maurel & Prom has entered into a definitive agreement with NG Energy International to acquire 40% of the operated shares in the Sinu-9 gas permit in Colombia. This acquisition aligns with the group’s regional expansion strategy and strengthens its involvement in the Colombian gas sector.
Eletronuclear has announced a restructuring plan aimed at improving governance and the economic viability of its nuclear projects. The commissioning of Angra 3 is now scheduled for 2031, following multiple construction interruptions and budget adjustments.
Trinidad and Tobago consolidates its gas strategy by securing prices above the American Henry Hub (HH) index, despite a monthly decrease in exports. Authorities are pursuing exploration projects to bolster production and diversify pricing indices.
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The majority of countries have not submitted their new climate roadmaps to the UN before the February 10 deadline. This delay raises questions about the priorities of major economies amid geopolitical shifts and economic uncertainty.
Petrobras aims to exploit a 10-billion-barrel deposit off the Amazon coast. While Ibama assesses the environmental impact, the Brazilian government supports the project, which could strengthen the country’s position in the global oil market.
Ecopetrol has finalized the purchase of Repsol's remaining 45% stake in Block CPO-09 for $452 million. This strategic acquisition strengthens the Colombian company's presence in the Llanos Orientales basin and consolidates its role in hydrocarbon exploration and production.
A mission from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has assessed safety practices at the Novovoronezh nuclear power plant, operated by Rosatom. The audit highlighted advancements in operational safety while recommending targeted improvements.
Abyss Solutions signs an R&D contract with Petrobras to develop an advanced digital inspection technology aimed at optimizing offshore platform maintenance and reducing operational costs.
