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Indonesia plans $31bn in investments by 2030 to decarbonise captive power, but remains constrained by coal dependence and uncertainty over international financing.
Indonesia’s coal overproduction has cut state revenues and company profits, while methane emissions from mines far exceed official figures.

OMS Energy turns to AI and robotics to capture global pipeline inspection market

OMS Energy is accelerating investments in artificial intelligence and robotics to position itself in the growing pipeline inspection and maintenance sector, a strategic segment with higher margins than traditional equipment manufacturing.
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Swiss trader Gunvor has withdrawn its $22bn offer to acquire Lukoil’s international assets after the US Treasury announced it would block any related operating licence.
NG Energy boosts its gas production in Colombia to 40 MMcf/d, with projected sales above $11.00 per MMBtu and expected profitability in Q4 2025.

Ormat Technologies increases its quarterly revenue by 17.9%

Ormat Technologies reported a rise in revenue for the third quarter, supported by solid performances in its Product and Storage segments, and revised its 2025 annual guidance upward.
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Commodities trader Gunvor confirmed that the assets acquired from Lukoil will not return under Russian control, despite potential sanction relief, amid growing regulatory pressure.
Sanctions imposed by the U.S. and the U.K. are paralyzing Lukoil's operations in Iraq, Finland, and Switzerland, putting its foreign businesses and local partners at risk.

Global warming heads toward 2.5°C despite commitments

Current emission trajectories put the planet on course for a 2.3°C to 2.5°C rise, according to the latest UN calculations, just days before the COP30 in Belem.
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The joint venture combines 19 assets (14 in Indonesia, 5 in Malaysia), aims for 300 kboe/d initially and >500 kboe/d, and focuses investments on gas to supply Bontang and the Malaysia LNG complex in Bintulu.
GCL Energy Technology strengthens its presence in Southeast Asia by partnering with PLN Indonesia Power to develop two 100 MW solar plants, both ground-mounted and floating, as part of the government’s Hijaunesia program.

The UN validates an Article 6.4 methodology for landfill methane

The Paris Agreement Crediting Mechanism formalizes a landfill-methane methodology, imposes an investment-based additionality test, and governs issuance of traceable units via a central registry, with host-country authorizations and corresponding adjustments required.
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Swiss trader Gunvor will acquire Lukoil’s African stakes as the Russian company retreats in response to new US sanctions targeting its overseas operations.
The study by Özlem Onaran and Cem Oyvat highlights structural limits in public climate finance, underscoring the need for closer alignment with social and economic goals to strengthen the efficiency and resilience of public spending.

Singapore invests heavily in civil nuclear power and regional energy networks

Singapore strengthens its energy strategy through public investments in nuclear, regional electricity interconnections and gas infrastructure to secure its long-term supply.
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LNG Energy Group finalised a court-approved reorganisation agreement in Colombia and settled a major debt through asset transfer, while continuing its operational and financial recovery plan.
Baker Hughes recorded a 23% increase in orders in Q3 2025, driven by its gas segment, while net income fell 20% year-on-year to $609mn.

Indonesia Energy signs agreement with Aquila Energia for hybrid projects in Brazil

Indonesia Energy Corporation partners with Aquila Energia to develop two pilot projects combining solar and natural gas to power data centres in Brazil, under a non-binding framework supported by both governments.
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Gran Tierra Energy has signed a crude oil sale agreement with a $200mn prepayment and amended its Colombian credit facility to improve financial flexibility.
Colombian company Ecopetrol has secured authorisation to borrow COP700 000 million ($171mn) from Banco Davivienda to bolster its liquidity over a five-year period.
Morocco adopts a draft law structuring the natural gas industry, aiming for enhanced regulation and the establishment of a public operator to oversee infrastructure.
As coal reaches a historic peak in 2024, renewable energy reshapes global dynamics. In China, where one-third of the world’s coal is consumed, the energy transition remains a pivotal factor for the sector's future.

Indonesia invests $115 million in Philippine solar energy

Pertamina, an Indonesian state-owned actor, acquires 20% of Citicore Renewable Energy Corporation to fund green energy projects in the Philippines, bolstering its regional strategy.
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Facing water shortages worsened by climate change, Tajikistan invests in the Rogun Dam, a colossal infrastructure project that could become the world’s tallest hydroelectric dam and transform the country’s energy future.
Toshiba will equip Unit 2 of the Patuha Geothermal Plant in Indonesia, adding 60 MW to strengthen the country’s energy capacity and support its ambitious climate goals.

The Development of Strategic Electric Interconnections

Electric interconnections have reshaped global energy systems, enabling cross-border cooperation and economic stability. Rooted in Oxford Energy Institute research, this piece highlights key agreements, technological milestones, and the diplomatic strategies driving these transformative infrastructures.
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In 2024, France achieved an unprecedented net electricity export level of 89 TWh, driven by a restored nuclear production and strengthened renewable performance.
Ecopetrol finalizes the purchase of Repsol's 45% stake in the CPO-09 oil block, adding 41 million barrels to its reserves and strengthening its strategic position in the Llanos Orientales basin.

China Plans 330 Million Tons of Coal Imports in 2025

China confirms its central role in the Asian coal market with a forecast of 330 million tons of coal imports in 2025, according to an Australian report.
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NextChem, a subsidiary of Maire, is developing a SAF plant in Sumatra using used oils and local biomass effluents, promising up to a 95% reduction in aviation emissions through innovative technologies.
The Inter-American Court of Human Rights has condemned Colombia for violating U'wa rights by approving seven energy projects impacting 370 km of their protected ancestral lands.

ABB strengthens its business strategy in renewable energy with the acquisition of Gamesa Electric

The Swiss-Swedish group ABB acquires strategic activities from Gamesa Electric, consolidating its business strategy in renewable energy through equipment for wind, solar, and storage.
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With 40% of the global growth in geothermal capacity over ten years, Kenya emerges as a key player thanks to its ambitious renewable energy projects.
Global coal demand peaked at 8.77 billion tons in 2024. Thanks to the rise of renewable energy, it is expected to stabilize by 2027, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA).

Axpo launches a new hydrogen plant in Switzerland to strengthen its industrial positioning

Axpo and its partners have started construction of a hydrogen plant in Bürglen. This facility will produce 260 tonnes of hydrogen annually for industrial and mobility applications.
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The International Finance Corporation (IFC) injects $30 million into Inspired Evolution Fund III, a fund focused on renewable energy, as part of its diversification and expansion strategy in Africa's growing markets.
Niger has received a 20 MW diesel power plant as a strategic donation from Morocco. This project aims to strengthen local production in a context marked by high dependency on Nigeria for energy supply.

Record-breaking Climate Temperatures in 2023-2024: A Warning Signal for Scientists

Global temperatures in 2023 and 2024 shattered records, leaving climatologists grappling with urgent questions about the causes of such unprecedented overheating.
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Geothermal energy could meet 15% of the global electricity demand by 2050, according to the International Energy Agency. This potential relies on cost reductions and increased technological adoption.
President Prabowo Subianto commits to eliminating coal power plants by 2040, marking an unprecedented ambition. This radical shift poses significant technical and financial challenges as the country remains heavily reliant on coal.