SUBSCRIBE
PROFILE

Portugal

Anaergia signs $13.23mn contract with Nortegas for biomethane plant in Spain
Anaergia’s Italian subsidiary has been selected by Nortegas Renovables to build a biomethane facility in Andalusia using agricultural residues.
OSW raises USD 5.5 million to support its global solar market expansion
Australian distributor OSW secures strategic funding to accelerate U.S. growth and deploy its digital solar project management platform.

Energiekontor issues a €15 million green bond for its European projects

Energiekontor launches a €15 million corporate bond at 5.5% over eight years, intended to finance wind and solar projects in Germany, the United Kingdom, France, and Portugal.
en_114019082044540
Occidental and Algeria Launch Two Studies to Assess New Oil and Gas Fields
Alnaft and Occidental Petroleum signed two agreements to assess the oil and gas potential of southern Algerian zones, amid rising budgetary pressure and a search for energy stability.
Eco Wave Power Expands Global Presence Despite Rising Mid-Year Losses
With active projects across four continents and strong liquidity, Eco Wave Power accelerates its expansion strategy while absorbing a rise in operational costs in H1 2025.

OPEC Revises Global Oil Forecasts for 2026 to 106.5 Million b/d

OPEC's August report reveals Russian production above quotas and commercial dominance in Asia, while Kazakhstan massively exceeds its reduction commitments.
en_1140320828540
Russia gains adoption of oil and gas standards in Africa and the Middle East
Around 80 Russian technical standards for oil and gas have been internationally validated, notably by the United Arab Emirates, Algeria and Oman, according to the Institute of Oil and Gas Technological Initiatives.
Eco Wave Power completes installation of pilot project at the Port of Los Angeles
Eco Wave Power has completed the full installation of its wave energy system at the Port of Los Angeles, paving the way for initial operational tests scheduled for September.

Exus Renewables secures key financing for Cibele solar plant in Portugal

Exus Renewables has secured financing for its 130MW Cibele solar plant in Portugal, with MUFG EMEA acting as sole lead arranger and exclusive financial partner.
en_1140100826540-2
OPEC+ to complete in September the full withdrawal of 2.2 million b/d voluntary cuts
The eight OPEC+ members concerned will end next month the cuts introduced in November 2023, while keeping the option to readjust their output depending on market fundamentals and quota compliance.
Forestalia signs 10-year contract with Galp to refinance wind farm
Forestalia has signed a ten-year power purchase agreement with Galp Energia Espana to refinance a 42.7 MW wind farm in Aragon, securing stable revenues through coverage of 65% of its annual production.

Iberdrola receives the final Windar monopiles for its Windanker offshore wind farm

The last monopiles manufactured by Navantia Seanergies and Windar Renovables have been delivered to Iberdrola for the Windanker offshore project, marking a major milestone for the European XXL offshore wind component manufacturing industry.
en_114080855540
VINCI secures a €1.2bn industrial contract for a biorefinery in Spain
VINCI, through its subsidiaries, has established itself in the construction of Spain’s largest second-generation biorefinery, a €1.2bn project aimed at supplying 500,000 tonnes of sustainable fuels per year.
AMEA Power launches Agadir desalination plant expansion with 150 MW wind farm
AMEA Power partners with Cox for the second phase of the Agadir desalination plant, set to reach 400,000 m³/day with power supplied by a 150 MW wind farm in Laayoune.

The e-fuels market targets $66.25bn by 2030 driven by Asia-Pacific momentum

E-fuels growth is accelerating with the market expected to reach $66.25bn by 2030, fuelled by Asia-Pacific’s industrial expansion, technological advances, and investments in hydrogen and ammonia infrastructure.
en_114060857540
Sermatec invests in energy storage in Bulgaria with a 430 MWh project
Shanghai Sermatec Energy Technology Co., Ltd. announces an agreement to supply more than 430 MWh of energy storage in Bulgaria, marking a new step in the expansion of Chinese solutions in the European market.
OPEC+ Accelerates Production Hikes Amid Shifting Oil Market Dynamics
Eight OPEC+ countries boost output by 547,000 barrels per day in September, completing their increase program twelve months early as Chinese demand plateaus.

Audax Renovables invests EUR17mn in a 21.88 MWp photovoltaic plant in Spain

Audax Renovables commits EUR17mn to a 21.88 MWp solar plant in Navalmoral de la Mata, targeting annual output of 42 GWh, backed by structured financing from the European Investment Bank.
en_114050838540
Saudi Aramco and Sonatrach cut LPG prices by 5 to 10% for August
Saudi Aramco and Sonatrach have announced a reduction in their official selling prices for liquefied petroleum gas in August, reflecting changes in global supply and weaker demand on international markets.
OPEC+ increases production by 547,000 barrels as non-OPEC supply explodes
The eight voluntary OPEC+ members accelerate their market return in September despite weakened global demand and record production from the Americas.
  • Populaires sur energynews.pro
India diversifies coking coal purchases, Australia retreats
Quebec allocates $1.5M to meet the demand for wind turbine technicians
Equinor, Shell and TotalEnergies launch the first subsea CO2 injection in Norway
Guidehouse forecasts $8.1 billion revenues for modular reactors by 2034
AMIGO LNG signs 15-year deal with Macquarie for 0.6 MTPA of LNG
Mauritania: Sonatrach and SMH launch strategic partnership in downstream oil sector
Facing an under-equipped downstream sector, Mauritania partners with Sonatrach to create a joint venture aiming to structure petroleum products distribution and reduce import dependency, without yet disclosing specific investments.
Iberdrola increases supplementary dividend by 16.5% to €0.409 per share
Iberdrola announces a supplementary dividend of €0.409 per share for 2024 under the "Iberdrola Retribución Flexible" programme, bringing the total annual remuneration to €0.645 per share, representing a year-on-year increase of 15.6%.

Iberdrola launches metocean studies for Australian offshore wind farm

Iberdrola Australia secures crucial approval from Australian authorities to begin metocean studies for its 3GW Aurora Green offshore project off the coast of Victoria, marking a decisive stage in its development.
en_11402909236540
Natural hydrogen: France on the verge of redefining its national and European energy strategy
The official confirmation in June 2025 by the French government regarding the detection of significant natural hydrogen reserves in Lorraine, the Pyrenees, and Aquitaine could represent a major strategic turning point for national and European energy sovereignty. However, the technical, economic, and environmental challenges associated with its exploitation might slow its large-scale implementation.
The climate crisis intensifies economic risks linked to extreme weather events
Prolonged heatwaves and environmental disasters are intensifying, leading to significant financial impacts in the energy, agriculture, and real estate sectors, according to the latest UN and IEA reports.

Development banks: $19.6bn invested in water-related projects in 2024

Ten multilateral development banks have approved global financing of $19.6bn for water-related projects in 2024, mainly aimed at low- and middle-income countries, according to a recent joint report.
en_11401072028540
Sale of wind farm in Peru: ACCIONA Energía receives 253 million USD
ACCIONA Energía transfers the San Juan de Marcona wind farm to Luz del Sur S.A.A., a major player in Peru's energy sector, for up to USD 253 million, pending necessary regulatory approvals.
Algeria and Angola strengthen energy cooperation at US–Africa summit
On the sidelines of the US–Africa summit in Luanda, Algiers and Luanda consolidate their energy collaboration to better exploit their oil, gas, and mining potential, targeting a common strategy in regional and international markets.

Pedro Azagra takes helm at Iberdrola, Avangrid renews its leadership team

Pedro Azagra leaves his role as CEO of Avangrid to become CEO of Iberdrola, while Jose Antonio Miranda and Kimberly Harriman succeed him as CEO and Deputy CEO respectively of the American subsidiary.
en_114025062032540
France Officially Launches Its First Floating Wind Farm in the Mediterranean
France officially commissions its first floating wind farm, consisting of three turbines with a combined capacity of 25 megawatts, introducing strategic technology in the Mediterranean, vital for national energy goals.
Spain and Portugal Strengthen Networks Following April Blackout
Madrid announces immediate energy storage measures while Lisbon secures its electrical grid, responding to the historic outage that affected the entire Iberian Peninsula in late April.

Fusion Fuel: Al Shola Gas secures AED4.4 mn ($1.2 mn) in contracts

The Irish-Portuguese company Fusion Fuel strengthens its footprint in the United Arab Emirates as subsidiary Al Shola Gas adds AED4.4 mn ($1.2 mn) in new engineering contracts, consolidating an already robust 2025 order book.
en_1140290955540-15-1-768x364
Statkraft reduces offshore wind investments following strategic review
Statkraft refocuses investments on flexible Nordic hydropower and reduces commitments in offshore wind and hydrogen to lower operating costs, amid an uncertain economic environment and pressured profitability.
EMBER: Solar with batteries becomes profitable in the world’s sunniest regions
A report from the think tank Ember reveals that falling battery prices now make year-round solar power generation economically viable in the world's sunniest regions.

Airbus selects ENGIE to decarbonise 22 industrial sites across Europe

ENGIE secures a contract to reduce Airbus' industrial emissions in France, Germany, and Spain, targeting an 85% decrease by 2030 through various local energy infrastructures.
en_114022062053540
New European Battery Regulation Disrupts Europe’s Industrial Sector
The European battery regulation, fully effective from August 18, significantly alters industrial requirements related to electric cars and bicycles, imposing strict rules on recycling, supply chains, and transparency for companies.
Norway: Johan Castberg oil field reaches full capacity in three months
Three months after starting production, Norway’s Johan Castberg oil field, located in the Barents Sea, reaches its full capacity of 220,000 barrels per day, significantly increasing energy supplies to Europe.

Q ENERGY inaugurates Europe’s largest floating solar power plant

Les Ilots Blandin plant, covering 127 hectares in Haute-Marne, has an installed capacity of 74.3 MWp, annually supplying electricity to the equivalent of 65% of the local urban community.
en_114022062078540
Iberdrola España signs wind energy contract with Renfe for 3,700 GWh
Iberdrola España and Renfe conclude a virtual power purchase agreement for 370 GWh per year for ten years, strengthening the use of renewable energy in Spanish railway transport.
TotalEnergies and QatarEnergy secure strategic exploration licence in Algeria
TotalEnergies and QatarEnergy have won the Ahara exploration licence, marking a new stage in their partnership with SONATRACH on a vast area located between Berkine and Illizi.
Charger plus