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The European Union’s regulatory framework mandates green hydrogen integration in refineries, generating projected demand of 0.5 million tonnes by 2030.
Developer Qair secures a loan from the Facility for Energy Inclusion to build a 5.8 MWp floating photovoltaic solar plant in Providence Lagoon, the first utility-scale project of its kind in Seychelles.

Masdar completes financing for the 2 GW Al Sadawi solar project in Saudi Arabia

The consortium led by Masdar has secured approximately $1.1 billion in financing to build one of the world’s largest solar power plants in Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province.
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Energiekontor launches a €15 million corporate bond at 5.5% over eight years, intended to finance wind and solar projects in Germany, the United Kingdom, France, and Portugal.
With an annual growth rate estimated at 10.11%, the global aviation fuel market could reach USD 751 billion by 2032, driven by increasing air traffic and new industrial partnerships.

Petrobras negotiates to increase capacity of three FPSOs in Brazil

Petrobras is holding talks with SBM Offshore and Modec to raise output from three strategic FPSOs, two already at full capacity, to capture more value from the high-potential pre-salt fields.
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With active projects across four continents and strong liquidity, Eco Wave Power accelerates its expansion strategy while absorbing a rise in operational costs in H1 2025.
SNF acquires Obsidian Chemical Solutions, a Texas-based SME specialized in chemical solutions for well completion. Transaction amount and conditions undisclosed, but the acquisition comes in a growing North American market.

Equinix secures 20 Radiant microreactors and a nuclear deal in the Netherlands

Equinix signed a preorder for 20 Kaleidos nuclear microreactors and a letter of intent for a power purchase agreement with ULC-Energy, reinforcing its energy supply strategy for its data centers.
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Beijing opposes the possible return of European trio sanctions against Iran, as the nuclear deal deadline approaches and diplomatic tensions rise around Tehran.
The Manah-1 solar project in Oman, with a capacity of 500 MW, was delivered by Shanghai Electric and has recorded a stable first month of operation, strengthening industrial and technical cooperation with Électricité de France.

MARA invests $168mn to acquire 64% stake in EDF’s subsidiary Exaion

MARA strengthens its presence in digital infrastructure by acquiring a majority stake in Exaion, a French provider of secure high-performance cloud services backed by EDF Pulse Ventures.
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Melvan obtains €4.26mn in bank financing to develop three solar power plants totalling 3.9 MWp, with construction scheduled to start in the second half of 2025.
International Petroleum Corporation repurchased 98,900 common shares between August 4 and 8, 2025, as part of its ongoing share buyback programme.

Eco Wave Power completes installation of pilot project at the Port of Los Angeles

Eco Wave Power has completed the full installation of its wave energy system at the Port of Los Angeles, paving the way for initial operational tests scheduled for September.
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Vantage Drilling has sold the Tungsten Explorer drilling vessel to a joint venture with TotalEnergies, while retaining its operational management for a minimum period of ten years.
The Gravelines nuclear power plant, the largest in Western Europe, halted all production after its cooling systems were obstructed by an unexpected influx of jellyfish. EDF plans a gradual restart in the coming days.

Entech signs €5mn contract for storage system in Loire-Atlantique

Entech will deliver a 20 MWh battery storage system in Loire-Atlantique under an agreement that includes a twenty-year maintenance contract.
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A senior official from the UN agency begins technical discussions with Iran on Monday, the first meeting since June strikes on Iranian nuclear sites.
Exus Renewables has secured financing for its 130MW Cibele solar plant in Portugal, with MUFG EMEA acting as sole lead arranger and exclusive financial partner.
The French government activates five funding mechanisms to support industrial decarbonisation projects through the France 2030 plan, targeting major sites, SMEs and high-emission industrial zones.
EDF reconnected the Flamanville EPR nuclear reactor to the power grid on 19 April, two days ahead of schedule, following a series of technical maintenance works and adjustments on critical components.

The French state allocates €400mn to accelerate industrial decarbonisation

Paris releases a new €400mn funding package to support industrial projects aimed at reducing emissions under the France 2030 programme.
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French group Lhyfe confirmed on April 17 a €149 mn public subsidy for its Green Horizon project, targeting daily output of 34 tonnes of green hydrogen near the industrial port of Le Havre by 2029.
EDF Renewables and Power Sustainable secured financing for Desert Quartzite, a 375 MW solar power plant with storage, located in California and operational since December 2024.

Vinci enters a new era as Xavier Huillard steps down from chief executive role

Xavier Huillard departs from Vinci’s executive leadership after two decades of major transformations, handing over to Pierre Anjolras following Thursday’s general assembly.
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Telecom operators and data centres recorded a rise in greenhouse gas emissions in 2023, diverging from the national decline reported during the same year.
Gen-Hy secures €99.84 mn in public funding to build an electrolyser plant in Allenjoie, with 250 jobs projected and operations set to begin in 2026.

US LNG moratorium lifted: GTT expects rise in tanker orders

French group GTT anticipates growing demand for LNG tankers following the revival of liquefied natural gas terminal projects in the United States under President Donald Trump’s leadership.
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Mantle8 has reported exceptional soil gas readings at Comminges, in the Pyrenees, confirming the effectiveness of its proprietary predictive exploration technology for natural hydrogen.
As nuclear negotiations between Iran and the United States continue, European countries find themselves sidelined, despite their central role in the 2015 agreement.

Verkor begins production testing at its battery plant in Dunkirk

Backed by Meridiam, Verkor's Dunkirk facility begins testing ahead of planned production launch in early 2026, with Renault as a primary client.
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France Chimie warns that 47 industrial sites in France and up to 350 across the European Union could shut down without an emergency response to the escalating trade tensions with the United States and China.
The restart of the Flamanville EPR reactor, initially scheduled for 17 April, has now been postponed to 21 April following extended maintenance operations, according to a statement from Électricité de France.

Russia positions itself to facilitate a nuclear agreement between Iran and the United States

The Kremlin has confirmed its willingness to actively support a diplomatic resolution on Iran’s nuclear file, ahead of a new round of talks between Tehran and Washington scheduled for this Saturday.
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Paris scales back its hydrogen roadmap, reducing the target to 4.5 GW by 2030 and 8 GW by 2035 amid weak demand and technological delays.
The International Energy Agency anticipates weaker oil demand growth in 2025, driven by US tariff tensions disrupting market stability and weighing on the shale oil sector.

TotalEnergies secures two strategic LNG contracts in Texas and the Caribbean

TotalEnergies expands its liquefied natural gas portfolio with a long-term supply deal in Texas and a sales contract to the Dominican Republic starting in 2027.
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The coal-fired plant in Saint-Avold will be converted to gas and biogas under a recently approved law, preserving 500 jobs without public financial support.
Industry Minister Marc Ferracci criticised the Rassemblement National's stance on energy, accusing it of hindering planned investments in renewables in favour of fossil fuel imports.
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