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Denmark launches a 20 MW low-carbon hydrogen plant in Fredericia

The HySynergy I plant produces eight tons of hydrogen per day from renewable energy and marks a new milestone in the deployment of low-carbon hydrogen in Europe, with medium-term expansion projects.

Schneider Electric bets on e-methanol to strengthen industrial partnerships in Canada

Schneider Electric Canada aims to bring its Danish e-methanol plant model to the Canadian market, leveraging advanced automation to support new partnerships with heavy industry sectors.

Poland: Orlen Consolidates Gas, Targets Regional Hub Without Liberalization

Poland’s gas market remains highly concentrated around Orlen, which controls imports, production, and distribution, while Warsaw targets internal and regional expansion backed by new infrastructure capacity and demand from heat and power.
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Carbon removal investments hit $1 billion despite high operating costs

The carbon removal technology sector is expanding rapidly, backed by venture capital and industrial projects, yet high costs remain a significant barrier to scaling.

Italian court approves extradition of Ukrainian suspect in Nord Stream case

An Italian appeal court has approved the extradition to Germany of a former Ukrainian commander suspected of coordinating the 2022 sabotage of the Nord Stream gas pipeline, a decision now challenged in cassation.

Siemens Gamesa suspends wind turbine plant project in Esbjerg due to lack of visibility

Faced with market uncertainty in Europe, Siemens Gamesa pauses a planned industrial investment in Esbjerg, highlighting structural difficulties in the offshore wind sector.
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EU approves ban on Russian gas imports by end of 2027

European Union member states have approved the principle of a full ban on Russian natural gas imports, set to take effect by the end of 2027.

Finland leads race to host first Nordic fusion reactor, report finds

A technical study commissioned by Novatron Fusion Group identifies Finland as the most prepared country to host a fusion reactor, despite favourable conditions across the Nordic region.

FairWind acquires Cosmic Group to strengthen wind energy presence in Asia-Pacific

The acquisition of Cosmic Group by FairWind consolidates its position in Australia and marks a strategic expansion into New Zealand and Japan.
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Vestas suspends wind turbine plant project in Poland amid market weakness

Danish manufacturer Vestas has paused construction of its planned facility in Poland, originally set for 2026, citing weaker-than-expected European offshore wind demand.

Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners sells 50% of Coalburn 2 to AIP Management

Danish fund Copenhagen Infrastructure IV transfers half of its stake in the UK-based Coalburn 2 project to AIP Management, strengthening AIP's energy storage portfolio in the United Kingdom.

Maersk and CATL enter global strategic partnership for energy logistics

Maersk and CATL have signed a strategic memorandum of understanding to strengthen global logistics cooperation and develop large-scale electrification solutions across the supply chain.
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Orsted cuts 2,000 jobs and refocuses on strategic markets

Danish group Orsted will cut a quarter of its workforce by 2027 and reduce its exposure to the United States, relying on a $9.4 billion recapitalisation to consolidate its development in Europe and Asia.

Tusk refuses to hand over Ukrainian suspect to Germany over Nord Stream sabotage

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said it was not in Poland’s interest to extradite to Germany a Ukrainian citizen suspected of taking part in the explosions that damaged the Nord Stream gas pipelines in 2022.

Denmark strengthens maritime controls at Skagen Strait amid Russian shadow fleet activity

Denmark is intensifying inspections of ships passing through Skagen, a strategic point linking the North Sea and the Baltic Sea, to counter the risks posed by the Russian shadow fleet transporting sanctioned oil.
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Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners launches 200 GWh bioLNG project in Finland

Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners invests in Nivalan Biokaasu, Finland’s largest bioLNG plant, with construction set to begin in late 2025 and operations scheduled for 2027.

Ukrainian suspected in Nord Stream sabotage faces possible extradition

Polish authorities have 40 days to decide on the extradition of a Ukrainian accused of participating in the 2022 sabotage of the Nord Stream pipelines in the Baltic Sea.

TotalEnergies sells 35% of Danish Bifrost project to CarbonVault, a SCHWENK subsidiary

TotalEnergies reduced its stake in the Bifrost CO2 storage project in Denmark, bringing in CarbonVault as an industrial partner and future client of the offshore site located in the North Sea.
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Ukrainian suspected in Nord Stream sabotage held in Poland

Wanted by Germany for his alleged role in the 2022 sabotage of the Nord Stream pipelines, a Ukrainian has been arrested in Poland and placed in provisional detention pending possible extradition.

Macron urges Europe to act against Russian shadow fleet after offshore seizure

France intercepted a tanker linked to Russian exports, prompting Emmanuel Macron to call for a coordinated European response to hinder vessels bypassing oil sanctions.

CIP completes 300MW Zhong Neng Offshore Wind Farm in Taiwan ahead of schedule

Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners completes 300 MW Zhong Neng offshore wind farm in Taiwan, exceeding schedule and local content targets.

Vattenfall halts wind farm project in Sweden due to uncertain connection

Faced with a lack of clarity over grid connection, Vattenfall suspends development of its Kriegers Flak offshore wind farm in the Baltic Sea, underlining the growing challenges facing the sector in Sweden.

Ørsted closes Denmark’s last coal-fired power plant

Ørsted stopped using coal for good with the closure of its Esbjerg power plant on August 31, completing its shift away from fossil fuels and towards renewable energies.
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Lhyfe calls for financial support to boost demand for green hydrogen

Lhyfe, a green hydrogen producer, is calling for state aid to narrow the price gap with gray hydrogen and stimulate industrial demand in France, which is held back by high costs.

Norway could break its natural gas export record in 2024

Norway, Europe's main gas supplier, is on track to exceed its 2017 record, with exports up 10% in the first half of 2024.

Denmark invests 13 billion euros to boost offshore wind power

Denmark is allocating 13 billion euros to expand its offshore wind farm, aiming for an additional 10 GW of capacity by 2040, while reinforcing its energy autonomy and diversifying its energy sources.
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The energy transition market will reach 3.7 trillion USD in 2028

The energy transition market will reach 3.7 trillion USD by 2028, supported by growing public and private investment, with an annual growth rate of 9.4% according to Allied Market Research.

Ørsted abandons Swedish FlagshipONE e-methanol project

Orsted halts development of FlagshipONE, its e-methanol project in Sweden, due to rising costs and the absence of long-term purchase contracts.

Orsted suffers massive losses and delays key U.S. wind project

Orsted booked 3.9 billion kroner in impairments in the second quarter of 2024, mainly due to delays on its Revolution Wind offshore wind project in the USA.

Ukraine denies responsibility for sabotaging Nord Stream pipelines

The Ukrainian government categorically rejects the Wall Street Journal's accusations of possible involvement in sabotaging the Nord Stream gas pipelines in 2022, calling them "absolute nonsense".

RWE and TotalEnergies win 4 GW of wind power capacity in the North Sea

RWE, in collaboration with TotalEnergies, has secured two offshore sites in the North Sea totalling 4 GW, strengthening their strategic position in the European wind energy sector.
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Siemens Energy Reduces Losses and Improves Financial Outlook

Siemens Energy improves its cash flow forecast thanks to increased demand for its power grid equipment and gas turbines, despite challenges in its wind power division.

Suzlon acquires 51% of Renom

Suzlon announces the acquisition of 51% of Renom, consolidating its dominant position in multi-brand maintenance services for renewable energies in India, and plans to reach a 76% stake within 18 months.

Obton A/S strengthens its presence in Japan with the acquisition of BCPG

Obton A/S strengthens its investment in Japan by acquiring BCPG for DKK 2 billion, integrating a vast portfolio of solar projects.
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Norwegian gas to North-West Europe: stability and maintenance to be expected

Norwegian gas exports to North-West Europe remained at a high level in July, at 10.02 billion cubic meters, despite limited maintenance work.

Three Projects Join European Renewable Energy List

The EU is adding three new renewable energy projects to the CB RES list, aimed at strengthening regional energy cooperation and supporting the transition to clean energy.

Strong growth in European wind energy investment

Investment in wind power in Europe is at record levels, boosted by favorable policies and technological advances.
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Wind turbine protection market growth: USD 2.8 billion by 2029

The wind turbine protection market, valued at 1.7 billion USD in 2024, is expected to reach 2.8 billion USD in 2029, with an annual growth rate of 10.5%.

JinkoSolar Partners with RELC and VI for 10 GW Plant in Saudi Arabia

JinkoSolar, RELC and VI announce a $1 billion investment for a solar cell and module production plant in Saudi Arabia with an annual capacity of 10 GW.