Georgia

Russia delivers 105,000 tons of crude to new Kulevi refinery

Russian company Russneft has shipped its first oil cargo to Georgia’s newly launched Kulevi refinery, despite the absence of formal diplomatic ties between Moscow and Tbilisi.

Turkey Secures a New Gas Agreement with Turkmenistan

Ankara strengthens its energy supply with an agreement signed on February 11, 2025, with Turkmengaz. The first deliveries of Turkmen natural gas are scheduled for March, marking a strategic step in diversifying gas sources for Turkey and Europe.

The Development of Strategic Electric Interconnections

Electric interconnections have reshaped global energy systems, enabling cross-border cooperation and economic stability. Rooted in Oxford Energy Institute research, this piece highlights key agreements, technological milestones, and the diplomatic strategies driving these transformative infrastructures.
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Azerbaijan at COP29: an Energy Future Rooted in Oil and Gas

As the host of COP29, Azerbaijan is a land rich in oil and gas resources. Its current strategy focuses on natural gas to become an essential supplier in Europe.

Hurricane Helene threatens energy sites in Florida and the Gulf of Mexico

Category 3 Hurricane Helene is poised to hit Florida, exposing millions to power outages and disrupting gas production in the Gulf of Mexico.

The U.S. solar boom: An energy revolution in the making

The US solar industry is growing by leaps and bounds, with manufacturing capacity reaching 31 GW. Federal policies are driving this momentum, but challenges remain. Find out how these factors are shaping the future of solar energy in the United States.
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Caucasus-Balkans partnership: Towards a cross-border energy network

Romania, Azerbaijan, Georgia and Hungary create a joint venture to establish an energy corridor via a submarine cable, linking the electricity markets of Eastern Europe.

Azerbaijan: Strategic repositioning and dependence on hydrocarbons

Azerbaijan, rich in oil and gas, is adjusting its energy policy to maintain its position on international markets while responding to the challenges of an economy overly concentrated on hydrocarbons.

Georgia launches its first refinery to secure its energy supply

Georgia begins construction of its first oil refinery at Kulevi, with the aim of reducing its dependence on Russian imports and strengthening its energy autonomy.
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Crowley takes delivery of America’s largest LNG bunker barge

Crowley took delivery of the LNG bunker barge Progress, built by Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding and chartered by Shell, marking a key milestone in the supply of clean energy.

Tech and the US Government for Greener Energy

The US government is encouraging tech giants to invest in clean energy to meet their growing demand for electricity, according to Jennifer Granholm.

Georgia: Power cuts following damage to Enguri power plant

Abkhazia increases power cuts to six hours a day due to damage to the Enguri hydroelectric plant and insufficient Russian electricity imports.
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U.S. concerned about potential effects of “excess capacity” in China

Janet Yellen, US Treasury Secretary, expresses concern about the global repercussions of Chinese "overproduction", particularly in emerging industries.

EU-Azerbaijan: cross-border energy cooperation

The 10th Ministerial Meeting of the Southern Gas Corridor Advisory Council and the 2nd Green Energy Advisory Council in Baku on March 1, 2024 strengthen international energy cooperation. With the participation of 23 governments and 52 entities, this event highlights the EU-Azerbaijan energy partnership. Discussions focused on energy transition, reducing emissions and strengthening energy supplies.

Nuclearelectrica aims at full nuclear capacity for Romania

Kazatomprom completed the shipment of uranium to Romania via the Caspian Sea for Nuclearelectrica's CNU Feldioara processing plant. Nuclearelectrica plans to renovate its old unit, complete two other units on site and develop small modular reactors.
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Plug Power targets 100MW/month of cell batteries

Plug Power sets a new industry record for PEM cells, having produced a record 122 MW. The company is on track to accelerate its 2.5 GW gigafactory in Rochester to 100 MW per month by the middle of the second quarter of 2023.

Georgia Power: Vogtle 3 & 4, a nuclear expansion project

Georgia Power reaches a major milestone in the Vogtle 3 & 4 nuclear expansion with the production of electricity from the Vogtle 3 generator. Hot functional testing of the Vogtle 4 unit has also begun, with the goal of commercial operation in the coming quarters.