Netherlands

Google signs wind energy deal with Eneco for its Belgian data centre

Google has signed a power purchase agreement with Eneco to supply its Belgian data centre with wind energy from three wind farms totalling 54 MW.

Spanish solar producers warn of impact from negative electricity prices

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.

Tenaz Energy acquires strategic North Sea gas assets for $339mn

Tenaz Energy finalised the purchase of stakes in the GEMS project between Dutch and German waters, aiming to boost production to 7,000 boe/d by 2026.
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Wood Mackenzie: the UK can double North Sea reserves without breaching climate limits

An analysis by Wood Mackenzie shows that expanding UK oil and gas production would reduce costs and emissions while remaining within international climate targets.

Dutch parliament approves RED III, reassuring biofuels market participants

The Netherlands' lower house voted to adopt RED III, including technical amendments, paving the way for timely transposition by January 1, 2026, in line with EU commitments.

Kandla launches green methanol project to capture flows between Singapore and Rotterdam

Kandla port plans a 150,000-ton-per-year integrated renewable methanol unit, targeting the growing fleet of compliant vessels on the Singapore-Rotterdam maritime route.
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RWE completes foundation installation at Thor offshore wind farm

RWE has finalised the installation of all 72 monopiles at the 1.1 GW Thor offshore wind farm off the Danish coast, marking a key milestone ahead of secondary structure and turbine installation scheduled for 2026.

TenneT secures equity funding for Germany via three European investors

TenneT Holding has reached an agreement with APG, GIC and NBIM to finance the expansion of the German high-voltage grid, securing its capital needs for the coming years.

Brineworks raises €6.8mn to accelerate its direct air capture of CO₂

The Dutch start-up secures €6.8mn to industrialise a DAC electrolyser coupled with hydrogen, targeting sub-$100 per tonne capture and a €1.8mn European grant.
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Nigeria launches a 1 GW solar factory with a tripartite partnership

A joint venture between InfraCorp, Nigeria’s Rural Electrification Agency and Dutch company Solarge BV will build a solar panel factory with a capacity of 1 gigawatt.

ABO-Group records 17.7% growth despite declining profitability

ABO-Group’s revenue reached €53.7mn ($57.2mn) in H1 2025, supported by targeted acquisitions and strong performance in France and the Netherlands.

Van Oord completes installation of 109 cables at Sofia offshore wind farm

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.
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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.

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.

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 begins green hydrogen deliveries in the Netherlands for the GROHW project

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.

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.

Shell halts its biofuels plant in Rotterdam amid strategic trade-off

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.
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Equinor, Shell and TotalEnergies launch the first subsea CO2 injection in Norway

The Northern Lights project has injected its first volume of CO2 under the North Sea, marking an industrial milestone for carbon transport and storage in Europe.

European Refineries Targeted by Green Hydrogen Regulation for 2030

The European Union’s regulatory framework mandates green hydrogen integration in refineries, generating projected demand of 0.5 million tonnes by 2030.

AM Green acquires Chempolis to accelerate SAF production

AM Green pursues its energy transition strategy with the acquisition of Chempolis Oy. The aim is to produce 0.5 million tonnes of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) per year by 2027 using biorefineries.

Air France-KLM: New sustainable fuel agreement with TotalEnergies

Air France-KLM has signed a contract with TotalEnergies for the purchase of 1.5 million tonnes of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) over ten years, with the aim of reducing CO2 emissions and accelerating its decarbonization strategy.

Equinor to stop supplying blue hydrogen to Germany

Equinor terminates plans to export blue hydrogen to Germany due to excessive costs and a lack of commitment from European buyers, calling into question the planned offshore pipeline.
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Friston: EUR 100 million wind power project for 2030

The Friston offshore wind farm project is raising tensions between renewable energy developers and local residents. Residents fear for their environment and biodiversity, calling for offshore solutions. This debate highlights the crucial issues at stake in the energy transition.

Increased financial support for TenneT’s successful energy transition

The Dutch government announces a €19 billion loan to TenneT for 2025 and 2026, reinforcing its support for the energy transition. The decision is aimed at securing crucial investments in the electricity grid in the face of growing needs.

Battolyser Systems raises 30 million euros to produce green hydrogen

Battolyser Systems, a specialist in battery electrolyzers, raises €30 million in Series A financing to industrialize its electrolyzer and meet the growing demand for green hydrogen.
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Ellomay Capital secures €110 million for its solar projects in Italy

Ellomay Capital signs a €110 million financing commitment with a European investor to support its solar portfolio in Italy, including projects in operation, under construction and ready for launch.

Seasonal gas margins in 2025 put the brakes on storage in Europe

Small seasonal variations on the European natural gas market in 2025 will make inventory management more complex, and may require adjustment measures to meet regulatory fill targets.

Lhyfe calls for financial support to boost demand for green hydrogen

Lhyfe, a green hydrogen producer, is calling for state aid to narrow the price gap with gray hydrogen and stimulate industrial demand in France, which is held back by high costs.
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Shell plans massive cuts in its oil exploration division

Shell plans to significantly reduce headcount in its exploration division, with job cuts mainly in the USA, the Netherlands and the UK, as part of a global cost-cutting strategy.

EBRD finances renewable hydrogen plant in Uzbekistan

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is supporting the construction of a renewable hydrogen production unit in Uzbekistan, aimed at reducing the use of fossil hydrogen in the fertilizer industry.

Carbon Capture in Asia-Pacific: High Costs and Legal Obstacles

Asia-Pacific is making progress in CCUS, but high costs and regulatory challenges are holding back progress.
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Trinidad and Tobago: Armed intrusion around the wreck of the Gulfstream tanker

The wreck of the oil tanker *Gulfstream* in Trinidad and Tobago, refloated after a major oil spill, is at the heart of security tensions, with attempted intrusions leading to exchanges of fire.

Global offshore wind power on course for 520 GW by 2040, with Europe in the lead

The offshore wind sector is on course to exceed 520 GW of installed capacity by 2040, despite logistical challenges, with a strong concentration in Europe thanks to floating wind.

Gulfstream” refloated in Trinidad and Tobago after oil spill

The oil tanker "Gulfstream", involved in a massive fuel oil spill off Tobago, has been refloated after six months of delicate operations. An international investigation is underway to identify those responsible.
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NextEnergy Capital strengthens its solar portfolio with 248 MW in Spain

NextEnergy Capital, through its NextPower V ESG fund, acquires a 248 MW portfolio in Spain, marking a key step in its strategy of investing in solar infrastructure in OECD markets.

RWE and TotalEnergies win 4 GW of wind power capacity in the North Sea

RWE, in collaboration with TotalEnergies, has secured two offshore sites in the North Sea totalling 4 GW, strengthening their strategic position in the European wind energy sector.

Overcapacity and rationalization: The global petrochemical industry is changing

Global overcapacity in the petrochemicals sector, exacerbated by Chinese expansion and energy costs in Europe, is forcing companies to undertake drastic restructuring, including plant closures and strategic consolidations.
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Suzlon acquires 51% of Renom

Suzlon announces the acquisition of 51% of Renom, consolidating its dominant position in multi-brand maintenance services for renewable energies in India, and plans to reach a 76% stake within 18 months.

FRV Australia completes financing for 100MW/200MWh Terang BESS

FRV Australia secures financing for Terang's 100MW/200MWh battery project, marking a turning point in renewable energy in Australia.