ACEN Australia’s Stubbo Solar project becomes the first solar asset to operate under an LTESA contract, strengthening its role in New South Wales’ energy transformation.
Fortescue launches a solar innovation hub in the Pilbara with AUD45mn ($28.9mn) in public funding to test technologies aimed at accelerating and optimising large-scale solar farm construction.
Chinese manufacturer Pylontech strengthens its international investment strategy by launching a local entity in Australia to accelerate the deployment of its energy storage solutions.
Taiwanese company HD Renewable Energy is expanding internationally with major solar and battery storage projects in Australia and Japan, targeting more than 6 gigawatts of installed capacity by 2028.
Driven by aerospace, industrial gas, and hydrogen investment, the global liquid hydrogen micro-storage systems market is projected to grow 9% annually through 2034.
EVE Energy will supply 2.2 GWh of storage systems to EVO Power over five years, supporting the large-scale deployment of front-of-meter solutions in the Australian market.
The Australian government plans to introduce a free solar electricity offer in several regions starting in July 2026, to optimize the management of the electricity grid during peak production periods.
Chinese manufacturer Fox ESS has entered into a partnership with Australian distributor Solar Juice to deploy up to 1GWh of battery capacity, targeting the fast-growing residential and commercial segments of the Australian market.
Plug Power has signed a supply agreement with Allied Biofuels to equip a sustainable fuel production site in Uzbekistan, bringing total contracted capacity with Allied partners to 5 GW.
JA Solar has signed a strategic agreement with Australia's 5B to supply over 100 MW of photovoltaic modules for a large-scale solar project in Western Australia.
Canadian Solar’s subsidiary has completed the commercial operation of a battery storage project in Mannum, marking a key milestone in the large-scale energy deployment in southern Australia.
Clenergy has appointed Haydn Fletcher and Samir Jacob to strategic positions to strengthen its operations in Australia and internationally, amid targeted commercial expansion.
Rio Tinto commissions eight electric haul trucks with swappable batteries at the Oyu Tolgoi copper mine in partnership with Chinese company SPIC Qiyuan.
Shell has filed an appeal against the cancellation of its environmental authorisation for Block 5/6/7 off the South African coast, aiming to continue exploration in a geologically strategic offshore zone.
Ghana aims to secure $16 billion in oil revenues over ten years, but the continued drop in production raises doubts about the sector’s long-term stability.
Neoen’s Goyder South Wind Farm reaches full generation capacity, strengthening the French group’s presence in Australia’s energy market with 412 MW connected to the grid.
The Australian government has granted environmental approval for the 108 MW Waddi Wind Farm, a Tilt Renewables project with construction costs exceeding $400mn.
The levelised cost of solar electricity continues to fall globally, reaching a regional record of $37/MWh in the Middle East and Africa thanks to tracker technologies, according to the latest market data.
Rising responses to UNEP’s satellite alerts trigger measurement, reporting and verification clauses; the European Union sets import milestones, Japan strengthens liquefied natural gas traceability; operators and steelmakers adjust budgets and contracts.
The next-generation solar cell market will grow by 15.73% annually by 2031, driven by diversified uses in residential, industrial, and aerospace sectors.
BP and Fortescue withdrawals reveal gap between promises and economic reality in the sector, despite 22.7 billion Australian dollars in government incentives.
The Australian gas giant extends due diligence period until August 22 for the Emirati consortium's $18.7 billion offer, while national energy security concerns persist.
Uniper reaffirms its targets for the year, narrows its forecast range, and strengthens its transformation strategy while launching cost-cutting measures in a demanding market environment.
Energy Vault secures an exclusive $300 mn commitment to support the creation of Asset Vault, a subsidiary dedicated to building and operating 1.5 GW of energy storage projects across several continents.
Energy Vault confirms the acquisition of the Stoney Creek storage project, marking its first major operation in the Australian market, following approval from local authorities on foreign investments.
Endua, an Australian technology company, has received $4.88mn in public funding to strengthen its capacity to produce modular hydrogen electrolysers, supporting the expansion of local supply chains and industrial development within the hydrogen sector.
BrightNight’s Asian subsidiary becomes Yanara and positions itself as an independent player to strengthen the development of large-scale renewable energy solutions in the Asia-Pacific region.
The 1,500 MW Marinus Link project has received federal environmental approval, launching a major new submarine interconnector between Tasmania and Victoria.
Pacific Green has signed a commitment agreement with ZEN Energy for the management of 1.5GWh of battery storage across three major sites in Australia, strengthening its portfolio and accelerating the market launch of its projects.
The rapid commissioning of bp’s Argos Southwest extension in the Gulf of America strengthens maintenance capabilities and optimises offshore oil production performance.
Santos plans to supply ENGIE with up to 20 petajoules of gas per year from Narrabri, pending a final investment decision and definitive agreements for this $2.43bn project.
AGL Energy Limited invests 800 mn USD in a 500 MW battery in New South Wales, aiming for commissioning in 2027 and strengthening its position in the flexible assets market.
AGL launches a community battery project totalling 11.5 MW, aiming to reduce electricity costs for more than 10,000 low-income households in South Australia through a public-private partnership and public financial support.
Global hydrogen development, supported by more than 1,500 ongoing projects and significant investments, is driving strong demand for insurance coverage, with potential estimated at over USD3bn in annual premiums by 2030.
Woodside Energy will operate the Bass Strait gas assets following an agreement with ExxonMobil, strengthening its position in the Australian market while maintaining continuity of domestic supply.
BW Energy and NAMCOR E&P announce the engagement of the Deepsea Mira rig for drilling the Kharas appraisal well on the Kudu field, offshore Namibia, with a campaign scheduled for the second half of 2025.
Investment fund KKR is committing $335mn in a strategic partnership with CleanPeak Energy to accelerate the rollout of solar, storage and microgrid solutions aimed at Australian businesses.
BP withdraws from the Australian Renewable Energy Hub, a major renewable hydrogen and ammonia project in the Pilbara region, marking a new stage for energy investments in Australia.
