Ukraine

The European Commission launches a regulatory plan addressing eight major power grid blockages to reduce price disparities and strengthen energy security across the Union.
Russia plans to ship 2.1 million barrels per day from its western ports in September, revising exports upward amid lower domestic demand following drone attacks on key refineries.

Grenergy secures $270mn in financing for Phase 6 of Oasis de Atacama

Grenergy has secured $270mn in non-recourse financing to install 3.5 GWh of batteries in Phase 6 of the Oasis de Atacama project, marking a major step in expanding its energy storage capacity in Chile.
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Spanish group Qualitas Energy inaugurated the Three Maids facility near Winchester, an anaerobic digestion plant able to produce 120 GWh of biomethane annually from agricultural waste.
Spanish electricity companies call for urgent reinforcement of investments after finding more than 80% of the transmission grid is saturated.

AGCO signs 10-year deal with BRUC for solar supply in Europe

US-based AGCO has signed a ten-year virtual power purchase agreement with BRUC, covering a 100 MW solar project in Spain, to secure part of its European energy consumption.
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OPEC+ begins a new phase of gradual production increases, starting to lift 1.65 million barrels/day of voluntary cuts after the early conclusion of a 2.2 million barrels/day phaseout.
The Voskhod and Zarya vessels, targeted by Western sanctions, departed China’s Beihai terminal after potentially offloading liquefied natural gas from the Arctic LNG 2 project.

Santander injects funds into Corinex to accelerate power grid digitalisation

Santander Alternative Investments has invested in Corinex to accelerate the deployment of its smart grid solutions, aiming to address growing utility needs in Europe and the Americas.
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A report from energy group Edison highlights structural barriers slowing renewable deployment in Italy, threatening its ability to meet 2030 decarbonisation targets.
Eight OPEC+ members will meet to adjust their quotas as forecasts point to a global surplus of 3 million barrels per day by year-end.

Greek shipowners cut Russian crude links under new compliance rules

Greek shipping companies are gradually withdrawing from transporting Russian crude as the European Union tightens compliance conditions on price caps.
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The Ukrainian president demanded that Slovakia end its imports of Russian crude, offering an alternative supply solution amid ongoing war and growing diplomatic tensions over the Druzhba pipeline.
A key station on the Stalnoy Kon pipeline, essential for transporting petroleum products between Belarus and Russia, was targeted in a drone strike carried out by Ukrainian forces in Bryansk Oblast.

Ecoener commissions Guatemala’s largest solar plant with 74.7 MWp

With the commissioning of the El Carrizo plant, Ecoener surpasses 500 MW in installed capacity and becomes the most active Spanish investor in Guatemala’s energy sector.
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Octopus Energy strengthens its presence in Spain with three new energy projects totalling 600 MW, powering 2.3 million households and accelerating the expansion of its European renewables portfolio.
Rosneft Germany announces the resumption of oil deliveries to the PCK refinery, following repairs to the Druzhba pipeline hit by a drone strike in Russia that disrupted Kazakh supply.

Russia targets 30 million tons of coal transported via Pacific Railway by 2026

The new Russian railway line linking the Elga mine to the Sea of Okhotsk port will reach full capacity in 2026, after an operational testing phase scheduled for 2025.
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India increased its purchases of Russian oil and petroleum products by 15% over six months, despite new US trade sanctions targeting these transactions.
Gazprom and China National Petroleum Corporation have signed a binding memorandum to build the Power of Siberia 2 pipeline, set to deliver 50 bcm of Russian gas per year to China via Mongolia.
The European Union launches an emergency consultation with automakers to accelerate the transition to electrification in response to current competitive and regulatory challenges.
At the heart of the vast northern expanses, Sami communities see their ancestral ways of life challenged by the rise of renewable projects. A factual narrative revealing the tensions between economic modernization and the preservation of millennia-old traditions.

Moldova Routes Gas to Transnistria Thanks to the EU

Moldova begins routing gas to Transnistria with the help of €30 million from the EU, ensuring supply until February 10 despite the energy crisis.
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The European Union is taking action to support the European automotive industry in the face of increasing competition from China and the need for vehicle electrification, promising emergency measures and flexibilities to preserve jobs and competitiveness.
GRTgaz renames itself NaTran to highlight its commitment to transforming its gas networks, aiming to become a key player in the transport of decarbonized gas by 2030. This change in identity accompanies an ambitious project to address energy and climate challenges.

Moldova: European Aid for the Gas Crisis in Transnistria Sparks Tensions

The separatist authorities of Transnistria accuse Chisinau of diverting the European aid of 30 million euros intended for gas purchases. Disagreements persist over the distribution of resources amid the ongoing energy crisis following the halt of Russian deliveries.
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Repsol has approved the final investment decision for the Ecoplanta project in Spain. This innovative project, utilizing Enerkem's technology, aims to convert non-recyclable municipal waste into methanol, marking a step towards industrial decarbonization.
The Trump administration is increasing pressure on OPEC to boost oil production. Between economic strategies and geopolitical stakes, global market balance remains fragile as OPEC+ takes a cautious approach ahead of key decisions.

Kazakhstan Embarks on Shale Oil Production

Kazakhstan begins shale oil production in 2025, marking a new step in its economic strategy amidst growth challenges and energy dependency.
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Eastern Kazakhstan plans to construct five hydropower plants with a total capacity of 74.3 MW, consolidating its position as a national leader in hydropower despite challenges related to land allocation.
ACWA Power has signed several partnerships with key Italian entities, focusing on project financing, supply chains, and industrial services in strategic markets.

Morocco: A €420 Million Project for a 990 MW Gas Power Plant

Morocco is investing in a 990 MW gas power plant, backed by local and international financing, to achieve strategic and economic objectives.
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Despite strong ambitions for renewable hydrogen, Europe is struggling to align its national and industrial efforts, with only 2% of projects surpassing the feasibility stage, according to a report by EY.
Energy issues and political strategies are shaping relations between Trump, Putin, and Zelensky as negotiations over Ukraine could redefine the global geopolitical balance.

Ukraine Offers Coal to Address Energy Crisis in Transnistria

In the midst of prolonged tensions with Russia, Ukraine offers to provide free coal to Transnistria, a pro-Russian region of Moldova, to alleviate an energy crisis worsened by the cutoff of Russian gas supplies.
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Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban conditions the continuation of European sanctions against Russia on the restoration of Russian gas transit through Ukraine, citing the economic impact on Hungary.
Enilive has started producing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at its biorefinery in Gela, Sicily, with an annual capacity of 400,000 tons, meeting nearly a third of Europe's projected demand for 2025.

Growing Global Gas Demand Puts Pressure on Supply in 2025

Global natural gas markets will remain tight in 2025, with rising demand meeting slower supply growth. Geopolitical tensions could further exacerbate these market pressures.
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Africa’s leading oil producer, Nigeria, relies on new partnerships to finance its infrastructure, diversify its markets, and integrate nuclear, solar, and gas projects into its growth strategy.
A Bosnian entity adopts a text to build a gas pipeline toward Croatia. This measure aims to diversify supply and reduce reliance on Russian gas, under the notable impetus of American diplomacy.