Netherlands

The European Commission launches a regulatory plan addressing eight major power grid blockages to reduce price disparities and strengthen energy security across the Union.
Grenergy has secured $270mn in non-recourse financing to install 3.5 GWh of batteries in Phase 6 of the Oasis de Atacama project, marking a major step in expanding its energy storage capacity in Chile.

Qualitas Energy commissions its first biomethane site in the United Kingdom

Spanish group Qualitas Energy inaugurated the Three Maids facility near Winchester, an anaerobic digestion plant able to produce 120 GWh of biomethane annually from agricultural waste.
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Van Oord has completed the installation of 109 inter-array cables at the Sofia offshore wind farm, marking a major logistical milestone for this North Sea energy infrastructure project.
Spanish electricity companies call for urgent reinforcement of investments after finding more than 80% of the transmission grid is saturated.

AGCO signs 10-year deal with BRUC for solar supply in Europe

US-based AGCO has signed a ten-year virtual power purchase agreement with BRUC, covering a 100 MW solar project in Spain, to secure part of its European energy consumption.
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Santander Alternative Investments has invested in Corinex to accelerate the deployment of its smart grid solutions, aiming to address growing utility needs in Europe and the Americas.
A report from energy group Edison highlights structural barriers slowing renewable deployment in Italy, threatening its ability to meet 2030 decarbonisation targets.

European carbon prices climb above €76 on compliance-driven demand

European carbon allowance prices reached a six-month high, driven by industrial compliance buying ahead of the deadline and rising natural gas costs.
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With the commissioning of the El Carrizo plant, Ecoener surpasses 500 MW in installed capacity and becomes the most active Spanish investor in Guatemala’s energy sector.
Netherlands-based BTG Bioliquids and Canada’s NanosTech join forces to develop a modular solution for advanced biofuel production, with a project underway in Europe and Canada.

PowerField activates automated FCR service linked to solar and storage

Dutch company PowerField has launched a fully automated frequency reserve service, integrating solar generation, battery storage and trading, with initial operations validated by grid operator TenneT.
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Lhyfe has started supplying Essent with renewable green hydrogen under a multi-year contract, marking a major commercial debut in the Netherlands for the French producer.
Octopus Energy strengthens its presence in Spain with three new energy projects totalling 600 MW, powering 2.3 million households and accelerating the expansion of its European renewables portfolio.

RWE secures €551mn for 100 MW electrolyser in Eemshaven

The Dutch government grants major funding to RWE to develop an offshore wind-powered electrolysis facility, marking a key step in the OranjeWind project.
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Shell ends construction of its biofuels plant in the Netherlands, citing low competitiveness, while reinforcing its oil activities, raising questions over its previous energy commitments.
A report by the International Atomic Energy Agency puts Iran’s 60% enriched uranium at 440.9 kg before Israeli and U.S. strikes, while the agency’s access to enrichment sites has remained suspended since the operations.

Grenergy sells 10% of Chilean megaproject to CVC DIF for $475mn

Grenergy has finalised the sale of the fourth phase of its hybrid solar-storage project in Chile to CVC DIF, valued at up to $475mn, while retaining operation and maintenance for five years.
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Q ENERGY secures financing for 252 MW of solar projects in Spain, marking its first independent power producer operation on the Iberian Peninsula.
In France, the Commission de régulation de l’énergie issues a clarification on ten statements shared over the summer, correcting several figures regarding tariffs, production and investments in the electricity sector.
Repsol’s Chief Executive said the company is exploring options with US authorities to remain active in Venezuela following Washington’s decision to end sanctions waivers.
Dutch organisation Milieudefensie is suing ING for its alleged role in financing fossil fuel projects, demanding the bank halve its CO2 emissions by 2030.

TotalEnergies supports Mozambican investigation into alleged crimes near gas site

TotalEnergies welcomed the launch of a criminal investigation in Mozambique into allegations of crimes committed by security forces near its suspended gas project in Cabo Delgado province.
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Shell Global Solutions International B.V. has awarded McDermott a three-year framework agreement for engineering, procurement and project management services across several strategic markets.
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners has signed a strategic agreement with GC Storage Services to develop 2.3 GW of battery storage capacity across northern and southern Italy.

Siemens Gamesa sells 90% of its wind operations in India to TPG

The Spanish group transfers the majority of its operations in India and Sri Lanka to a consortium led by TPG, creating a new entity focused on onshore wind.
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The surge in solar production and the slow upgrade of electricity infrastructure are blocking thousands of projects in the Netherlands, affecting energy security and consumer costs.
US authorities have extended Chevron’s temporary licence to operate in Venezuela until 27 May, despite Donald Trump’s warnings of tariffs on imports from countries trading with Caracas.

Masdar injects €184 million into four Spanish solar plants alongside Endesa

Masdar has signed an agreement with Endesa to acquire a 49.99% stake in four solar plants in Spain, valued at €368 million, consolidating its presence in one of the European Union’s main solar markets.
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NRG-Pallas will conduct irradiation tests necessary for qualifying materials and fuel of Kairos Power's modular reactor, a critical prerequisite for regulatory approval in the United States.
Crowley, in partnership with Naturgy, has launched LNG transport to Puerto Rico, bypassing restrictions imposed by the Jones Act to meet the island's energy demand.

Eni sells stakes in Africa to Vitol for $1.65 billion

Eni has entered into an agreement to sell stakes in assets in Côte d'Ivoire and the Republic of Congo to Vitol for $1.65 billion, as part of its portfolio rebalancing strategy.
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In January 2025, Italy recorded a trade deficit of €264 million, largely attributed to the rising energy costs, according to the National Institute of Statistics (Istat).
The French government has issued a decree expanding the use of treated wastewater to industrial and nuclear sectors, aiming to reduce pressure on water resources.

Emmanuel Macron to Chair Nuclear Policy Council Focused on SMRs and Uranium Supply

On Monday, President Emmanuel Macron will chair a Nuclear Policy Council focused on small modular reactors (SMRs) and uranium supply, within a global context of renewed interest in nuclear energy.
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Enel doubled its net profit to €7 billion in 2024, despite the decline in electricity and gas prices. The company also reduced its net debt through asset disposals and implemented a strategy focused on profitability.
Newcleo and Danieli have signed a strategic agreement to integrate advanced nuclear reactors into steel production processes, aiming to eliminate fossil fuel use amid rising energy costs in Europe's industrial sectors.

Latvenergo signs strategic agreement to deploy green hydrogen in Latvia

Latvenergo and H2Pro announce an agreement to concretely evaluate the operational and financial viability of decoupled electrolysis for industrial-scale hydrogen production, targeting Latvia's national energy infrastructure.
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The Moroccan government has selected six green hydrogen projects, representing an investment of 319 billion dirhams ($32.5 billion). These initiatives involve international consortia and align with the country's strategy to develop this sector.
Velto Renewables, backed by Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ), and Q ENERGY have signed an agreement to acquire renewable energy projects in Europe. An initial portfolio of 130 MW has been acquired in France, with an additional 400 MW planned in Spain and Portugal.