Solar growth in Central Europe has doubled that of the European Union since 2019, reshaping the energy mix and boosting battery manufacturing in the region.
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.
Hynfra PSA strengthens its presence in West Africa with a $1.5bn green ammonia project, backed by the Mauritanian government, with commercial operations expected to start by 2030.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Barroso project, considered strategic for the European Union, faces a new delay due to administrative setbacks involving a pending land easement approval.
Following its acquisition of Northvolt’s assets, US-based Lyten has appointed several former executives of the Swedish battery maker to key roles to restart production in Europe.
Independent power producer R.Power is selling a 440MW ready-to-build photovoltaic portfolio in Poland, as political uncertainties drive a wave of divestments in the national renewable energy market.
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.
The Romanian government is asking the European Union for a five-year delay on the closure of 2.6 gigawatts of coal capacity, citing delays in bringing gas and solar alternatives online.
Five energy infrastructure projects have been added to the list of cross-border renewable projects, making them eligible for financial support under the CEF Energy programme.
ScottishPower Renewables awards HSM Offshore Energy the design and construction of the offshore substation and its foundation for the East Anglia TWO wind farm off the Suffolk coast.
Italian group Snam will acquire nearly a quarter of Open Grid Europe for €920mn, expanding its gas infrastructure presence in Germany, subject to regulatory approvals expected by the third quarter of 2025.
EDF's plan to build a facility for recycling low-level radioactive metals in Fessenheim is raising significant concerns over health, economics and regulation.
TSG has completed the acquisition of Leirivolt in Portugal and Kronenburg Techniek in the Netherlands, consolidating its expansion strategy in intelligent energy services across Europe.
Swedish manufacturer Autoliv signs two 12-year renewable power purchase agreements with Alight and Eurowind Energy to ensure stable supply and anticipate volatility in European energy markets.
MUFG and Nomura have provided $388M in financing to Greenalia for the construction of the Misae II solar park, marking the Spanish firm’s entry into the US market.
UK-based manager Schroders Greencoat acquires a minority stake in ten Repsol renewable assets in Spain, valued at €580mn, reinforcing its investment strategy in the European energy transition.
Swiss fund Energy Infrastructure Partners increases its stake in Plenitude to 10% after a total €800mn investment, confirming a post-transaction equity valuation of €8bn.
The European Commission is launching a large-scale call for projects to finance priority energy infrastructure between Member States and neighbouring countries, with a maximum budget of €600mn from the CEF Energy programme.
European Commissioner Dan Jørgensen is in Baku to reaffirm energy cooperation with Azerbaijan, focusing on the expansion of the gas corridor and regional green energy projects.
Shell has finalised the acquisition of Pavilion Energy in Singapore, integrating a portfolio of 6.5 mtpa LNG contracts, regasification capacity, and bunkering activities.
Polskie Elektrownie JÄ…drowe has signed a development agreement with the Westinghouse-Bechtel consortium, ensuring continuity of Poland's first nuclear plant project after a previous contract expired.
Over 100 international organisations are urging a halt to offshore oil and gas exploration ahead of the United Nations Ocean Conference scheduled in June in Nice.
Ionity, Fastned, Electra and Atlante will launch a joint platform this summer allowing drivers to access their fast-charging networks across 25 countries without additional formalities.
Urbaser will operate the Étoile verte incinerator in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine from January 2026 under a €700mn, twelve-year agreement signed with Syctom, the public operator for the Paris region.
The European Court of Auditors warns of the urgency of massive investments in the Union’s ageing power grids, hampered by administrative delays and inadequate planning.
The United States has cancelled oil operation authorisations in Venezuela for foreign companies, disrupting exports and reinforcing the country's economic isolation following Nicolás Maduro's contested re-election.
The Republic of Congo enhances its gas capabilities with the floating platform Nguya, which will add 2.4 million annual tonnes of liquefied natural gas (LNG), solidifying its position in the global market starting in 2025.
KHIMOD and Hydroalp join forces with SGI to install an e-methane production unit in Italy, using agricultural COâ‚‚ and green hydrogen, with commissioning planned for Q1 2026.
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.
