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Brussels confirms its target to end all Russian energy imports by 2028, despite growing diplomatic pressure from Washington amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Kazakhstan has signed an agreement with Nukem Technologies Engineering Services GmbH to benefit from German expertise in nuclear decommissioning and radioactive waste management.

European court annuls EU approval of state aid for Hungary’s Paks II nuclear project

The European Court of Justice annulled the European Commission's authorisation of Hungarian state aid for the Paks II nuclear project, questioning compliance with EU public procurement rules.
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Donald Trump threatens to escalate US sanctions against Russia, but only if NATO member states stop all Russian oil imports, which remain active via certain pipelines.
A drone attack on a Bachneft oil facility in Ufa sparked a fire with no casualties, temporarily disrupting activity at one of Russia’s largest refineries.

Transatlantic rift over Russian oil reduces Indian volumes in October

The divide between the United States and the European Union over regulations on Russian oil exports to India is causing a drop in scheduled deliveries, as negotiation margins tighten between buyers and sellers.
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Finnish President Alexander Stubb denounced fossil fuel imports from Russia by Hungary and Slovakia as the EU prepares its 19th sanctions package against Moscow.
Rosatom and China National Nuclear Corporation signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen bilateral cooperation in talent development and skills training in the nuclear sector.

Russia increases oil exports from western ports by 11% in September

Russia plans to ship 2.1 million barrels per day from its western ports in September, revising exports upward amid lower domestic demand following drone attacks on key refineries.
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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.
OPEC+ begins a new phase of gradual production increases, starting to lift 1.65 million barrels/day of voluntary cuts after the early conclusion of a 2.2 million barrels/day phaseout.

Two sanctioned Russian LNG carriers deliver to China despite restrictions

The Voskhod and Zarya vessels, targeted by Western sanctions, departed China’s Beihai terminal after potentially offloading liquefied natural gas from the Arctic LNG 2 project.
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European carbon allowance prices reached a six-month high, driven by industrial compliance buying ahead of the deadline and rising natural gas costs.
Eight OPEC+ members will meet to adjust their quotas as forecasts point to a global surplus of 3 million barrels per day by year-end.

Greek shipowners cut Russian crude links under new compliance rules

Greek shipping companies are gradually withdrawing from transporting Russian crude as the European Union tightens compliance conditions on price caps.
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The Ukrainian president demanded that Slovakia end its imports of Russian crude, offering an alternative supply solution amid ongoing war and growing diplomatic tensions over the Druzhba pipeline.
A key station on the Stalnoy Kon pipeline, essential for transporting petroleum products between Belarus and Russia, was targeted in a drone strike carried out by Ukrainian forces in Bryansk Oblast.

BTG Bioliquids and NanosTech to launch 500-barrel-per-day modular biorefinery

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.
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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.
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.
Amsterdam: Solar panels on monuments spark debate between sustainability and heritage
Pattern Energy announces the entry of a consortium led by APG and ART, marking a major milestone in its expansion with over 25 GW of renewable energy projects across North America.

Romania supports Moldova in facing the winter energy crisis

Amid uncertainty over Russian gas deliveries to Transnistria, Romania commits to ensuring Moldova's energy security this winter, with emergency measures for electricity and gas supplies.
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The European Union strengthens its sanctions against Russia by blacklisting additional ships and entities linked to Rosneft to combat evasion of the G7 price caps on Russian oil exports.
With 22 GW produced in a single day, the United Kingdom asserts itself as a leader in wind power. The growth in its exports to Europe marks a strategic advance in the energy transition.

Les « shadow tankers » : un réseau clandestin qui alimente les revenus pétroliers russes et iraniens

Les « shadow tankers » : un réseau clandestin qui alimente les revenus pétroliers russes et iraniens
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Faced with the threat of Russian gas cuts, Moldova is enacting a 60-day state of emergency to safeguard its energy security and prevent a humanitarian crisis during one of the most critical winters for its energy independence.
Under international pressure, Bosnia passes a key law to diversify its natural gas supply, reducing total dependence on Russian gas through a connection to Croatia’s LNG terminal.

The United States Prepares to Sanction the Serbian Oil Industry Controlled by Russia

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic warns of imminent US sanctions against NIS, majority-owned by Gazprom Neft and Gazprom. A decision that could escalate geopolitical tensions in Europe.
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Egypt strengthens its energy infrastructure with a 500 MW solar power plant in Aswan, a $500 million project developed by AMEA Power, aiming to diversify its energy mix and meet growing electricity demand.
The Austrian group OMV has terminated its long-term contract with Gazprom, ending nearly six decades of energy dependency on Russia after a series of contractual violations.

EU Adopts 15th Sanctions Package: Russian Tankers Under Pressure

The European Union strengthens sanctions against Russia by targeting new tankers involved in the transport of Russian oil and expanding its blacklist of entities supporting Moscow's military effort.
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Electricity prices in Estonia fell by 9.6% in November, averaging €82.56/MWh, driven by increased wind energy production and higher-than-average temperatures.
Kazakhstan announced the decontamination of over 360,000 m³ of oil waste inherited from the Soviet era, marking a major effort to reduce pollution on the Caspian Sea coast, which has suffered from decades of environmental degradation.

Ukraine Strengthens Energy Resilience with €80 Million EBRD Loan

A project financed by the EBRD and supported by international grants aims to install 100 MW of decentralized energy capacity in Ukraine, responding to the damage caused by Russian attacks on the national electricity grid.
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The collapse of Bashar al-Assad's regime has prompted reactions in oil markets, with a moderate rise in prices. The geopolitical implications for the region and their effects on energy supplies remain uncertain.
Argus Media revolutionizes the energy market by launching daily price indices for Greek natural gas, providing unprecedented transparency in a context of growing volatility in Europe.

Russian Gas: Putin Expands Payment Options Amid US Sanctions

Russian Gas: Putin Expands Payment Options Amid US Sanctions
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India has called on the International Court of Justice to uphold the current UN climate framework, sparking tensions with small island states advocating for stricter measures.
Kazakhstan is discussing its first nuclear power plant project with France. EDF, Framatome, and Arabelle Solutions represent France against competition from Russia, China, and South Korea.