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International Petroleum accelerates Blackrod and completes USD 450mn bond refinancing

International Petroleum Corporation exceeded its operational targets in the third quarter, strengthened its financial position and brought forward production from its Blackrod project in Canada.

Vattenfall raises operating profit to SEK21.47mn amid nuclear repositioning

Swedish group Vattenfall improves its underlying operating result despite the end of exceptional effects, supported by nuclear and trading activities, in a context of strategic adjustment on European markets.

Carbon removal investments hit $1 billion despite high operating costs

The carbon removal technology sector is expanding rapidly, backed by venture capital and industrial projects, yet high costs remain a significant barrier to scaling.
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Italian court approves extradition of Ukrainian suspect in Nord Stream case

An Italian appeal court has approved the extradition to Germany of a former Ukrainian commander suspected of coordinating the 2022 sabotage of the Nord Stream gas pipeline, a decision now challenged in cassation.

Liquid Wind and Umeå Energi launch 100,000-tonne eFuel plant in Sweden

The two partners finalise agreements to industrialise an eMethanol production site in Umeå, with commissioning scheduled for 2028 and a target of capturing 150,000 tonnes of CO₂ annually.

Finland leads race to host first Nordic fusion reactor, report finds

A technical study commissioned by Novatron Fusion Group identifies Finland as the most prepared country to host a fusion reactor, despite favourable conditions across the Nordic region.
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Oklo and newcleo announce $2bn nuclear partnership to strengthen US fuel supply

Oklo, newcleo and Blykalla partner to develop advanced nuclear fuel infrastructure in the United States, backed by a planned $2bn investment.

Minesto strengthens presence in South Korea with official Swedish delegation

Swedish ocean energy developer Minesto joined a high-level trade mission to South Korea to explore new cooperation opportunities in marine energy.

Lyten restarts BESS production in Gdańsk after acquiring Northvolt facility

Lyten has completed the acquisition of the Northvolt Dwa site in Poland, Europe’s largest energy storage system factory, and plans to deliver its first commercial units before the end of 2025.
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Metacon acquires assets from Hynion Sweden to boost hydrogen projects

Metacon acquired components from the bankruptcy estate of Hynion Sverige AB for SEK3.5mn ($320,000), aiming to support its hydrogen refuelling station projects in Sweden.

Liquid Wind secures €3.6mn for its eFuel project in Örnsköldsvik

Swedish company Liquid Wind has secured €3.6mn in public funding for the engineering phase of its eMethanol plant, integrated into a biomass-fuelled cogeneration site.

GVH and Samsung C&T seal global alliance for BWRX-300 reactors

GVH and Samsung C&T join forces to accelerate international deployment of BWRX-300 small modular reactors, with a strong focus on Sweden and the consolidation of the nuclear supply chain.
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Wood Mackenzie: the UK can double North Sea reserves without breaching climate limits

An analysis by Wood Mackenzie shows that expanding UK oil and gas production would reduce costs and emissions while remaining within international climate targets.

Sweden prepares compensation framework to secure nuclear investments

The Swedish government aims to establish a right to compensation for operators if a political reversal leads to the early shutdown of nuclear plants, in a move to reduce investment risks.

Metacon finalises EUR7.1mn hydrogen contract with Elektra in Romania

Swedish firm Metacon has secured a EUR7.1mn ($7.7mn) contract to deliver a 7.5 MW electrolysis plant to Elektra Power SRL, marking its operational entry into the Romanian market.
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Statkraft sells its district heating business for NOK3.6bn to Nordic consortium

Statkraft continues its strategic shift by selling its district heating unit to Patrizia SE and Nordic Infrastructure AG for NOK3.6bn ($331mn). The deal will free up capital for hydropower, wind, solar and battery investments.

Vattenfall files application for 2.9GW onshore wind farm in Sweden

The Swedish energy group aims to produce 9TWh per year with its Storlandet project, intended to meet rising demand from the mining and steel industries in the north of the country.

International Petroleum completes buyback of 7.46 million common shares

International Petroleum Corporation has completed its annual common share repurchase programme, reducing its share capital by 6.2% and is planning a renewal in December, pending regulatory approval.
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Oklo and Blykalla form transatlantic alliance on modular reactor development

US-based Oklo and Sweden’s Blykalla join forces to coordinate supply chains and regulatory data sharing to accelerate the commercial deployment of their metal-cooled small modular reactors.

Sweden allocates $23.4bn to fund future nuclear reactors

The Swedish government proposes a $23.4bn budget framework in its 2026 bill to support the construction of new nuclear reactors through loans and price hedging mechanisms.

Fortum: Nuclear investments deemed unprofitable at current prices

Fortum, a major energy player in Finland, believes that electricity prices on the Nordic market are not sufficient to make new nuclear projects profitable, despite ambitions in Sweden and Finland.

Orsted suffers massive losses and delays key U.S. wind project

Orsted booked 3.9 billion kroner in impairments in the second quarter of 2024, mainly due to delays on its Revolution Wind offshore wind project in the USA.

Ukraine denies responsibility for sabotaging Nord Stream pipelines

The Ukrainian government categorically rejects the Wall Street Journal's accusations of possible involvement in sabotaging the Nord Stream gas pipelines in 2022, calling them "absolute nonsense".
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SeaTwirl and Serica Energy electrify offshore platforms in the North Sea

SeaTwirl AB and Serica Energy sign an agreement to study the integration of floating wind turbines on Serica's offshore platforms in the North Sea, with the aim of reducing carbon emissions.

Sweden and the United States seal a major nuclear energy agreement

Sweden and the USA sign a memorandum of understanding to intensify collaboration in advanced nuclear technologies, including modular reactors and waste management.

Washington and Stockholm join forces on nuclear issues

The USA and Sweden announce a cooperation agreement for the development of nuclear energy, including small modular reactors (SMRs) and nuclear waste management.

EU sanctions on Russian LNG: Consequences and challenges for Europe

The EU has adopted sanctions against Russian LNG, impacting transshipment operations and the supply of technology, with major implications for the European energy market, according to a report by Oxford Energy.

First Solar inaugurates the largest solar R&D center in the Western Hemisphere

First Solar has inaugurated a research and development center in Lake Township, Ohio, marking a strategic step towards strengthening its leadership in thin-film photovoltaics.

Air Liquide to supply Cryocap™ technology for Stockholm Exergi project

Stockholm Exergi has chosen Air Liquide's Cryocap™ LQ technology for its BECCS project, aimed at liquefying and sequestering eight million tonnes of CO2 over ten years.
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Wind turbine protection market growth: USD 2.8 billion by 2029

The wind turbine protection market, valued at 1.7 billion USD in 2024, is expected to reach 2.8 billion USD in 2029, with an annual growth rate of 10.5%.

Octopus Energy: New Onshore Wind Projects in England

Octopus Energy announces new onshore wind projects following the lifting of the moratorium in England, boosting the renewable energy sector.

Cortus and Nordbex sign contract for 60 MW biomass power plant

SEK 400 million contract between Cortus and Nordbex for delivery of a 60 MW WoodRoll® biomass power plant in Scandinavia, with options for four other plants.
Cortus et Nordbex signent un contrat pour une centrale biomasse de 60 MW.

Liquid Wind and Uniper join forces to accelerate eFuels

Liquid Wind and Uniper sign strategic partnership to develop eMethanol production facilities.

Germany: 100 TWh of green hydrogen imported via pipelines by 2035

A study reveals that Germany could import up to 100 TWh of green hydrogen per year via pipelines by 2035, meeting a significant proportion of its projected energy demand.

EU approves €3 billion for CO2 capture and storage in Sweden

The European Union approves €3 billion in financial support for the development of biogenic CO2 capture and storage in Sweden.
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Eolus applies for permit for 11.7 TWh offshore wind farm

Eolus is seeking approval to build the Skidbladner offshore wind farm, with an annual output of 11.7 TWh, equivalent to half of Stockholm County's electricity consumption.

Europe: Only four states have finalized their 2030 climate plans

Only four of the EU's twenty-seven member states have submitted their updated roadmaps for achieving the 2030 climate targets. France is one of the laggards.

Europe struggles to meet its rare earth targets

Europe is struggling to increase its production of the rare earths needed for the energy transition, but faces many challenges in meeting its ambitious targets.
L'Europe peine à atteindre ses objectifs en terres rares.

Sweden: Valdemarsvik hosts modular nuclear reactor project

Kärnfull Next and Latona Group are working together to develop an SMR site in Valdemarsvik, targeting sustainable energy production and local economic opportunities.

Gasum halts Russian LNG imports following EU sanctions

Gasum will stop importing Russian LNG from July, following new European sanctions targeting Russian gas exports.