Daily winter demand spikes are pushing Britain’s gas system to rely more on liquefied natural gas and fast-cycle storage, as domestic production and Norwegian imports reach seasonal plateaus with no room for short-term increases.
Rising terminal capacity and sustained global demand, notably from China and Europe, are driving U.S. ethane exports despite new regulatory uncertainties.
Danish fund Copenhagen Infrastructure IV transfers half of its stake in the UK-based Coalburn 2 project to AIP Management, strengthening AIP's energy storage portfolio in the United Kingdom.
Lyten has completed the acquisition of the Northvolt Dwa site in Poland, Europe’s largest energy storage system factory, and plans to deliver its first commercial units before the end of 2025.
Metacon acquired components from the bankruptcy estate of Hynion Sverige AB for SEK3.5mn ($320,000), aiming to support its hydrogen refuelling station projects in Sweden.
John Cockerill and Axens launch NesaBTF, an industrial torrefaction technology designed to optimise biomass supply, with targeted ambitions in the growing sustainable aviation fuel market.
Airlines for Europe warns of insufficient sustainable fuel production in Europe and requests a delay in regulatory obligations if the European Commission does not act swiftly.
Norwegian developer Empower New Energy expands in North Africa with a strategic partnership involving ten industrial solar sites for self-consumption in Tunisia.
The Vilvoorde site in Belgium now hosts 400 MWh of operational capacity on a total 800 MWh project, marking a key milestone for electricity storage on the continent.
Swedish company Liquid Wind has secured €3.6mn in public funding for the engineering phase of its eMethanol plant, integrated into a biomass-fuelled cogeneration site.
European inventories curbed price declines as liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply expands and demand stays weak. Cargo arbitrage favours Europe, but winter will determine the equilibrium level.
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Maersk and CATL have signed a strategic memorandum of understanding to strengthen global logistics cooperation and develop large-scale electrification solutions across the supply chain.
Norwegian-based Kyoto has launched a 56 MWh thermal storage system at KALL Ingredients in Hungary, designed to replace natural gas with renewable-based industrial heat.
Danish group Orsted will cut a quarter of its workforce by 2027 and reduce its exposure to the United States, relying on a $9.4 billion recapitalisation to consolidate its development in Europe and Asia.
Amid rising energy costs and a surge in cheap imports, Ineos announces a 20% workforce reduction at its Hull acetyls site and urges urgent action against foreign competition.
Spanish solar energy producers have recorded 693 hours of zero or negative prices since January, already matching the total for the previous year, raising concerns about the sector’s profitability and market stability.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said it was not in Poland’s interest to extradite to Germany a Ukrainian citizen suspected of taking part in the explosions that damaged the Nord Stream gas pipelines in 2022.
Denmark is intensifying inspections of ships passing through Skagen, a strategic point linking the North Sea and the Baltic Sea, to counter the risks posed by the Russian shadow fleet transporting sanctioned oil.
Elyse Energy, a French SME, announces €120 million in funding to develop synthetic methanol and sustainable fuel plants, targeting the decarbonization of the aviation, maritime, and chemical sectors.
In November, Europe received more than half of U.S. LNG shipments, a strategic shift driven by winter needs and the competitiveness of American volumes in a challenging global energy landscape.
In November, Norwegian pipeline gas deliveries to Northwest Europe rose by 2% compared to October, reaching 9.8 billion cubic meters, while remaining slightly below last year’s levels.
Biogas and biomethane production in the EU reached 22 billion cubic meters in 2023, representing 7% of total natural gas consumption. This growth, driven by massive investments, could revolutionize Europe's energy sector.
The South Holland power grid has reached a critical point. Large companies and institutions are now on a waiting list, as operators explore temporary solutions and plan major investments for the future.
SLB Capturi has completed the construction of the world's first industrial-scale carbon capture plant for Heidelberg Materials in Norway. A major breakthrough that will reduce up to 400,000 tons of CO2 annually in the cement sector.
Samsung C&T signs a contract with Nel ASA for the delivery of 10 MW of electrolyzers for South Korea's first pilot project producing pink hydrogen using nuclear power surpluses.
Air France-KLM ranks at the top of the global aviation sector for integrating sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), according to a report published by the think tank Transport & Environment.
SwitcH2 and CorPower Ocean join forces to develop a floating green ammonia production unit in open waters, combining renewable energy sources with revolutionary wave energy technology.
Idex invests €80 million to build a biomass power plant in Wallonia. Designed for the Université catholique de Louvain, the project will generate 95 GWh of green energy and strengthens the group’s international strategy.
Elengy, a leading French LNG terminal operator, has implemented measures to comply with European sanctions banning the transshipment of Russian LNG starting March 2025.
Offshore wind farm projects in the Baltic Sea are deemed incompatible with Sweden's national defense due to the disruptions they would cause to critical military sensors.
Despite planned increases in liquefied natural gas (LNG) export capacities in the United States and Qatar, European summer 2026 prices reflect supply tensions, while winter promises a more balanced market.
The European Commission welcomes a new team of commissioners tasked with shaping energy policy. However, the absence of strong nuclear advocates in key positions raises questions about the future of this energy source in the Union.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s historic visit to Guyana paves the way for long-term crude oil import agreements, strengthening India’s energy ambitions amidst fierce European competition.
Statkraft marks a milestone by inaugurating three wind farms in the O'Higgins Region of Chile. This project, with a capacity exceeding 100 MW, symbolizes the renewable energy giant's growing commitment to South America.
Under the weight of colossal debt, Northvolt seeks protection under the U.S. Chapter 11 law. The departure of CEO Peter Carlsson marks a critical turning point for the company, once a European flagship in the battery industry.
As it prepares to host COP30 in 2025, Brazil, a major oil producer, aims to play a key role in the energy transition by promoting a global discussion on the gradual reduction of fossil fuels.
Scatec has completed the sale of stakes in the Kalkbult, Linde, and Dreunberg solar power plants, generating a total gain of ZAR 2.4 billion and retaining a buyback option in 2034.
France, the European leader in metallic waste exports, struggles to exploit its recycling potential, particularly for copper, a key element in the energy transition, according to a report by Oliver Wyman.
