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Hungary and Poland accelerate solar and battery growth in Central Europe
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.
Hynfra signs $1.5bn framework agreement for green ammonia in Mauritania
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.

Germany urges European Union for more flexibility on 2035 combustion car ban

Berlin questions the ban on sales of combustion cars from 2035, as German automakers warn of economic and industrial risks for the country.
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French and Belgian nuclear industry groups sign strategic cooperation agreement
The Groupement des Industriels Français de l'Énergie Nucléaire and the Belgian Nuclear Forum formalise a partnership aimed at strengthening industrial exchanges and joint projects between the two countries’ nuclear sectors.
Zelensky urges Slovakia to stop buying Russian oil via Druzhba pipeline
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.

Transneft strategic site targeted in Russia strike

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.
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Lyten restarts Northvolt operations in Sweden with former executive team
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.
Bernard Gustin takes chairmanship of expanded 50Hertz supervisory board
Elia Group Chief Executive Officer Bernard Gustin has been appointed chairman of the new twelve-member supervisory board of 50Hertz, restructured under German co-determination law.

R.Power sells 440MW solar portfolio in Poland amid uncertainties

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.
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Putin asks Slovakia to block energy flows to Ukraine
During a meeting in Beijing, Vladimir Putin called on Slovakia to suspend its energy deliveries to Ukraine, citing Ukrainian strikes on Russian energy infrastructure as justification.
Five new projects obtain CB RES status and join the Commission list
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.

Hungary launches pipeline with Serbia despite regional supply tensions

Budapest plans to complete a new oil link with Belgrade by 2027, despite risks of dependency on Russian flows amid ongoing strikes on infrastructure.
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Hungary receives over 5 bn m³ of Russian gas via TurkStream in 2024
Hungary has imported over 5 billion cubic metres of Russian natural gas since January via TurkStream, under its long-term agreements with Gazprom, thereby supporting its national energy infrastructure.
AP1000 reactor certification extended in the US until 2046
The United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission has granted a 40-year extension for the AP1000 reactor design certification, supporting its long-term construction domestically and deployment abroad.

Washington grants sixth sanctions extension to Serbian oil firm NIS

The United States extends a 30-day reprieve to NIS, controlled by Gazprom, as Serbia seeks to maintain energy security amid pressure on the Russian energy sector.
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Hungary Seeks U.S. Support After New Disruptions on the Druzhba Pipeline
Amid repeated disruptions on the Druzhba pipeline, attributed to Ukrainian strikes, Hungary has requested U.S. support to secure its oil supply.
Ukrainian drones strike Russian energy sites and reignite tensions
Ukrainian drones targeted a nuclear power plant and a Russian oil terminal, increasing pressure on diplomatic talks as Moscow and Kyiv accuse each other of blocking any prospect of negotiation.

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.
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Photon Energy Group posts 7.5% growth despite declining EBITDA
Photon Energy Group reports quarterly revenue growth driven by solar technology trading, while profitability falls due to a weaker capacity market.
Russian Oil Deliveries to Hungary and Slovakia Suspended After Strike
Oil flows to Hungary and Slovakia via the Russian Druzhba pipeline have been halted, following an attack Budapest attributes to repeated Ukrainian strikes.
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Galileo strengthens its commitment to the Polish energy market with PAGRA
GALILEO, the pan-European development and investment platform for renewable energies, announces the acquisition of a further 65% of PAGRA, a provider of renewable energy solutions in Poland.
solutions énergétiques Pologne
First Polish Reactor: Investigating Local Involvement
The Polish Economic Institute launches a study to assess the interest of Polish companies in participating in the construction of the country's first nuclear power plant.
Participation entreprises construction nucléaire

Stopping gas transit via Ukraine redefines LNG routes

The end of Russian gas transit via Ukraine is forcing Europe to reorganize its LNG and pipeline supplies.
Ukraine gaz transit reroute
In 2025, the Baltic States will leave the Soviet-era electricity grid behind.
The Baltic states have announced their disconnection from the Soviet power grid by February 2025, marking a crucial step towards energy independence from Russia.
Indépendance énergétique baltes
JinkoSolar Partners with RELC and VI for 10 GW Plant in Saudi Arabia
JinkoSolar, RELC and VI announce a $1 billion investment for a solar cell and module production plant in Saudi Arabia with an annual capacity of 10 GW.
Partenariat stratégique en Arabie

Sungrow to equip ENGIE’s Vilvoorde 800MWh BESS project in Belgium

Sungrow will supply its PowerTitan energy storage systems for the 800MWh Vilvoorde project in Belgium, run by ENGIE.
Electric trucks: MAN and E.ON plan 400 charging stations in Europe
MAN (Volkswagen Group) and E.ON are announcing the installation of 170 electric truck charging stations in Europe, with 400 terminals, by 2025, with the aim of reinforcing an almost non-existent network.
électrification transports routiers Europe objectifs environnementaux
UN warns of the environmental impact of the digital economy
Digitization, while essential for economic growth, also has worrying environmental repercussions. The UN calls for sustainable policies to manage this boom.
Impact environnemental de la numérisation

A study on the conversion of coal-fired power plants recommends nuclear power

A study by the University of Michigan explores the conversion of US coal-fired power plants into nuclear reactors, while Slovenia, Croatia and France are considering energy conversion models.
Hungary promotes Geothermal Energy under EU Presidency
Hungary is focusing on geothermal energy during its EU presidency to attract investment and strengthen regulations.
La Hongrie promeut l'Énergie Géothermique sous la Présidence de l'UE.
ENGIE launches construction of one of Europe’s largest battery farms
ENGIE has begun construction of one of Europe's largest Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) at its site in Vilvoorde, Belgium. This 200 MW project will enhance the flexibility of the grid.
ENGIE lance le chantier d’un des plus grands parcs de batteries d’Europe.

BASF and ENGIE sign 7-year biomethane contract for Europe

BASF and ENGIE sign a 7-year contract to supply 2.7 to 3 terawatt-hours of biomethane to BASF's production sites in Ludwigshafen and Antwerp.
BASF ENGIE biométhane contrat Europe
Poland calls for EU Hydrogen Bank auction reforms
Poland is calling for reform of the EU's renewable hydrogen auctions to ensure fair competition between member states, in the face of Spanish and Portuguese dominance.
Équité enchères hydrogène renouvelable UE
WindEurope: Waiting for permits holds up European wind projects
Hundreds of gigawatts of wind power projects are awaiting permits to connect to the European grid, slowing down the transition to green energy, reports WindEurope.
Permis éoliens en attente Europe

ORLEN Group entrusts management of 142 MW of onshore wind power to OX2 in Poland

ORLEN Group has signed an asset management contract with OX2 for three wind farms in Poland totalling 142 MW. The aim of this collaboration is to optimize the performance of the fleets acquired in 2023. OX2 will manage the technical, commercial and financial aspects of the Ujazd, Dobrzyca and Wielkopolska wind farms. The aim is to improve the long-term value of assets.
ORLEN Group confie la gestion de 142 MW d'éolien terrestre à OX2 en Pologne.
Russian gas exports via TurkStream fall in June
Russian gas exports via TurkStream fell in June due to planned maintenance, reducing flows to zero for five days.
Exportations de gaz en baisse
Engie and Google sign contract to sell wind-generated electricity in Belgium
Engie has signed five new contracts for the direct sale of wind-generated electricity to Google in Belgium, for a total capacity of 118 MW to power the American giant's infrastructure.
Contrat électricité éolienne Belgique

Dangote Refinery increases diesel exports to West Africa

Dangote's new refining complex in Nigeria is stepping up diesel exports to West Africa, capturing market share from European refiners.
La Dangote Refinery augmente ses exportations de gasoil en Afrique de l'Ouest.
Poland agrees to deploy modular reactors
OSGE signs agreements with North American companies to deploy SMR modular reactors in Poland, boosting the country's energy capacity.
La Pologne donne son accord pour déployer des réacteurs modulaires.
Senegal: First load of crude oil at Sangomar
Senegal loads its first crude oil cargo at Sangomar, marking a crucial stage in its energy and economic development, with production of 100,000 barrels a day.
Chargement inaugural brut Sangomar
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