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Oklo secures key approval for upcoming nuclear fuel facility

The accelerated approval of the Aurora facility’s nuclear safety plan marks a strategic milestone in rebuilding a domestic nuclear fuel production line in the United States.

Natural Gas Services raises 2025 guidance after 14.6% increase in adjusted EBITDA

Natural Gas Services Group reported a strong third quarter, supported by fleet expansion and rising demand, leading to an upward revision of its full-year earnings outlook.

Morrison wins major Shell contract for oil facility in Louisiana

Shell Pipeline has awarded Morrison the construction of an elevated oil metering facility at Fourchon Junction, a strategic project to strengthen crude transport capacity in the Gulf of Mexico.
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IonQ partners with University of Chicago to build next-generation quantum platform

IonQ will deploy a quantum computer and entanglement distribution network at the University of Chicago, strengthening its technological presence within the Chicago Quantum Exchange and accelerating its product roadmap.

Delays in U.S. solar projects fall to 20% in Q3

The delay rate for large-scale photovoltaic projects in the United States fell to 20% in Q3 2025, down from 25% a year earlier, despite record growth in installed capacity in 2024.

Former minister Timipre Sylva wanted over alleged $14.8mn diversion in Nigeria

An arrest warrant has been issued against Timipre Sylva over the alleged diversion of public funds intended for a modular refinery. This new case further undermines governance in Nigeria’s oil sector.
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Plug Power raises $275mn to fund pivot toward data center market

Plug Power plans to generate $275mn by divesting assets and reallocating investments to the data center market, as part of a strategy focused on returns and financial discipline.

VoltaGrid raises $5.0bn to deploy 4.3 GW of capacity by 2028

Texas-based energy solutions provider VoltaGrid secures record mixed financing to expand its decentralised power generation portfolio, primarily targeting hyperscale data centres.

Enveniam appointed lead integrator for LIST Technologies’ laser uranium enrichment project

US-based Enveniam has signed an agreement with LIS Technologies Inc. to oversee the design and construction of a new laser-based uranium enrichment facility on American soil.
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Chevron strengthens post-Hess strategy and reassures markets on growth

In New York, Chevron outlines its long-term vision following the Hess integration, focusing on financial stability, spending reduction, and record production to consolidate investor confidence.

Newcleo considers shifting €16bn nuclear projects from the UK to the United States

Faced with shorter approval timelines, several European nuclear firms, including Newcleo, Orano and Urenco, are considering relocating key industrial investments to the United States.

Sofia secures Lukoil refinery ahead of planned state takeover

The Bulgarian government has increased security around Lukoil’s Burgas refinery ahead of a state-led takeover enabled by new legislation designed to circumvent international sanctions.
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Electricity shortage threatens AI ambitions of American tech giants

Facing surging computing needs, US tech leaders are hitting an energy wall that slows down data centre construction and revives demand for gas and coal.

Quino Energy raises $16mn to industrialise organic electrolytes for flow batteries

Quino Energy secures $16mn in funding to scale global production of its organic electrolytes, with strategic support from investor Atri Energy Transition.

Jinhong Gas invests in Spain with a strategic cryogenic unit

Chinese group Jinhong Gas finalises a new industrial investment in Spain, marking its first European establishment and strengthening its global strategy in the industrial gas sector.
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Fusion Fuel Cycles joint venture begins construction of UNITY-2 test facility

Fusion Fuel Cycles has begun work on its UNITY-2 facility, a unique test bench designed to validate the full tritium fuel cycle under fusion conditions, marking a key step toward fusion energy.

COP30 opens in tension as negotiations fail on initial agenda

COP30 begins in Belém under uncertainty, as countries fail to agree on key discussion topics, highlighting deep divisions over climate finance and the global energy transition.

Washington locks in Kazakh tungsten supply and frames its C5+1 bet

The United States secures a tungsten joint venture in Kazakhstan and mining protocols in Uzbekistan, with financing envisaged from the Export-Import Bank of the United States and shipment routed via the Trans-Caspian corridor.
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Three U.S. gas basins reshape prices, flows and contracts

Appalachia, Permian and Haynesville each reach the scale of a national producer, anchor the United States’ exportable supply and set regional differentials, LNG arbitrage and compliance constraints across the chain, amid capacity ramp-ups and reinforced sanctions.

NextNRG posts 196% revenue growth in October

NextNRG's monthly revenue reached $7.39mn in October, more than doubling year-over-year, driven by the expansion of its technology platforms and energy services across the United States.

Zelestra secures $60mn tax equity financing for Jasper solar power plant

Zelestra has closed a $60mn tax equity deal with Stonehenge Capital to support its 81 MW solar project in Indiana, set to become operational in Q4 2025.

Appalachia ramps up production: TETCO M2 basis firms, MVP advances

Producers bring volumes back after targeted reductions, taking advantage of a less discounted basis, expanding outbound capacity and rising seasonal demand, while liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports absorb surplus and support regional differentials.

Plug Power to supply up to 2 GW of electrolyzers to Allied Biofuels in Uzbekistan

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.
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Matador secures transport for 500,000 MMBtu/d of natural gas to the Gulf Coast

Matador Resources signs multiple strategic transportation agreements to reduce exposure to the Waha Hub and access Gulf Coast and California markets.

G7 launches over 20 projects to counter Chinese influence on critical minerals

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.

Washington invests $100mn to modernise coal plants as exports drop 11%

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.
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Bulgaria halts fuel exports to EU after sanctions on Lukoil

Sofia temporarily restricts diesel and jet fuel exports to safeguard domestic supply following US sanctions targeting Lukoil, the country’s leading oil operator.

Ramaco signs major research agreement with DOE on rare earths

Ramaco Resources and the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Energy Technology Laboratory partner to develop extraction and processing technologies for rare earth elements from the Brook Mine in Wyoming.

AOGC Approves Final Integration of Smackover Lithium’s SWA Project 2028

The Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission validated integration of the Reynolds Brine Unit after unitizing 20,854 acres and adopting a 2.5% lithium royalty. The project targets 22,500 tonnes per year of battery-grade lithium carbonate from 2028 via a 55:45 joint venture.
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Phillips 66 posts adjusted earnings of $1.02bn in third quarter

The US company reported adjusted earnings of $1.02bn between July and September, supported by the refining and chemicals segments despite a drop in net income due to exceptional charges.

energyRe secures $370mn for solar projects in South Carolina

energyRe secured $370mn in financing from several international banks to support the construction of a solar portfolio set to supply electricity to approximately 36,000 households.

Boardwalk launches key phase of its Texas Gateway gas project at 1.45mn Dth/d

Boardwalk Pipelines initiates a subscription campaign for its Texas Gateway project, aiming to transport 1.45mn Dth/d of natural gas to Louisiana in response to growing energy sector demand along the Gulf Coast.
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Star Charge signs $3.2 billion deal for 32 GWh storage projects in the US

Star Charge Americas has signed a major service agreement with Beneficial Holdings to deploy over 32 GWh of battery energy storage systems in the United States and Puerto Rico, with a total value exceeding $3.2 billion.

Shell posts higher quarterly profit and launches $3.5bn share buyback

The British group’s net profit rose 24% in Q3 to $5.32bn, supporting a new share repurchase programme despite continued pressure on crude prices.

Schneider Electric maintains targets despite €466mn currency impact

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).
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Prysmian raises annual targets after record Q3 performance

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.

G7 launches an alliance to secure critical minerals outside China

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.

Trump cuts US fentanyl-related tariffs on China to 10%

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.
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Artificial intelligence fuels global energy crisis and derails climate targets

Electricity demand, amplified by the rise of artificial intelligence, exceeds forecasts and makes the 2050 net-zero target unattainable, according to new projections by consulting firm Wood Mackenzie.

Global petrochemicals market to reach $794 billion by 2034

Driven by industrial demand and production innovations, the global petrochemicals market is projected to grow by 5.5% annually until 2034, reaching a valuation of $794 billion.