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Plug Power installs 5 MW electrolyzer in Namibia for integrated hydrogen hub

Plug Power has completed the installation of a 5 MW PEM electrolyzer for Cleanergy Solutions Namibia, marking the launch of Africa’s first fully integrated green hydrogen production and distribution site.

Ocean Winds launches its first offshore measurement campaign for the High Sea Wind project

Ocean Winds has deployed a LiDAR buoy off Gippsland to collect accurate data on wind and currents, a key step in its 1.3 GW offshore wind project in Australia.

TOPCon 4.0 vs HJT: the financial trade-off in the solar sector in 2026

As the photovoltaic industry enters a phase of deep restructuring, the duel between TOPCon 4.0 and heterojunction technologies is redefining manufacturers’ margins. In 2026, reducing production costs becomes the primary strategic lever for global market leaders.
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Solarcentury Africa commissions 19.3 MWp solar plant in Namibia

The Gerus plant becomes the first solar installation in Namibia to sell electricity directly on the Southern African Power Pool regional market.

Meg O’Neill takes over BP to refocus the group on hydrocarbons

British company BP appoints Meg O'Neill as CEO to lead its strategic refocus on fossil fuels, following the abandonment of its climate ambitions and the early departure of Murray Auchincloss.

Stubbo Solar reaches full commercial operation with 520 MW installed in New South Wales

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.
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Fortescue tests ten large-scale solar technologies with ARENA in the Pilbara

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.

Pylontech opens subsidiary in Australia to support energy storage investments

Chinese manufacturer Pylontech strengthens its international investment strategy by launching a local entity in Australia to accelerate the deployment of its energy storage solutions.

HD Renewable Energy accelerates in Australia and Japan with 6.1GW of solar and battery projects

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.
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The liquid hydrogen micro-storage systems market to reach $738.6mn by 2034

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 and EVO Power sign strategic agreement for their expansion in Australia

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.

Australia to Offer Three Hours of Free Electricity Per Day Starting in 2026

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.
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Fox ESS partners with Solar Juice to develop 1GWh of storage in Australia

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 to supply up to 2 GW of electrolyzers to Allied Biofuels in Uzbekistan

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 to supply over 100 MW of modules to 5B for Western Australia project

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.
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e-STORAGE commissions 220 MWh energy storage system in South 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 restructures leadership to support global and Australian growth

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 deploys electric trucks with swappable batteries in Mongolia

Rio Tinto commissions eight electric haul trucks with swappable batteries at the Oyu Tolgoi copper mine in partnership with Chinese company SPIC Qiyuan.
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Shell pursues ambitions in the Orange Basin despite court ruling

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 targets $16 billion in oil revenues despite declining production

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.
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Karpowership and Seatrium Partner to Deploy Floating LNG Power Plants

Karpowership and Seatrium formalize a strategic partnership to convert floating LNG units, strengthening their joint offering in emerging mobile electricity markets.

Gentari launches 243 MW solar and storage hybrid project in New South Wales

Gentari has started construction at the Maryvale site, a solar project combined with a 409 MWh battery storage system, located in Central-West Orana and backed by a long-term public contract.

Acen Australia files federal application for 1,760MWh battery in Queensland

Developer Acen Australia has submitted a battery storage project to the federal government, targeting 440MW/1,760MWh in a region near solar and mining infrastructure in Queensland.
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OX2 gets green light for 135 MW solar plant on former mining site

OX2 has obtained Australian environmental approval to build a solar and storage project in Muswellbrook, on a former coal site in New South Wales, marking a milestone in its industrial strategy in the region.

NRN raises $67.2m to accelerate its distributed energy platform in Australia

Australian company NRN has closed a $67.2m funding round, combining equity and debt, to develop its distributed energy infrastructure platform and expand its decentralised storage and generation network.

The global next-generation solar cell market will reach $12.95 billion by 2031

The next-generation solar cell market will grow by 15.73% annually by 2031, driven by diversified uses in residential, industrial, and aerospace sectors.
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CATL Suspends Lithium Mine in China : Prices Surge 8%

The suspension of Jianxiawo mine after its mining permit expired removes 65,000 tonnes of annual production from the saturated global market.

Australia recalibrates hydrogen ambitions after wave of major project abandonments

BP and Fortescue withdrawals reveal gap between promises and economic reality in the sector, despite 22.7 billion Australian dollars in government incentives.

Santos Extends ADNOC Exclusivity Despite Major Regulatory Hurdles

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.
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Uniper tightens annual guidance and adjusts its energy transformation strategy

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 launches Asset Vault with $300 mn investment to accelerate 1.5 GW energy storage

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 finalises acquisition of 125 MW Stoney Creek storage site in Australia

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.
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Endua secures $4.88mn funding to accelerate hydrogen electrolyser manufacturing

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.

Yanara gains independence to accelerate renewable project expansion in Asia-Pacific

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.

Australia: Marinus Link receives federal approval for a 1,500 MW submarine cable

The 1,500 MW Marinus Link project has received federal environmental approval, launching a major new submarine interconnector between Tasmania and Victoria.
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Pacific Green signs 1.5GWh agreement with ZEN Energy for energy storage in Australia

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.

bp accelerates maintenance and production with Argos extension in the Gulf of America

The rapid commissioning of bp’s Argos Southwest extension in the Gulf of America strengthens maintenance capabilities and optimises offshore oil production performance.

Santos commits up to 20 PJ of natural gas for ENGIE with Narrabri

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.
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AGL Energy launches 500 MW battery project for 800 mn USD in Australia

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 invests in 16 community batteries to support vulnerable households in South Australia

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.
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