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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei calls for modernising the oil industry and expanding export markets as Tehran faces the possible reactivation of 2015 nuclear deal sanctions.
The International Atomic Energy Agency warns that little time remains to reach an agreement with Iran on fully resuming inspections, as European sanctions could be reimposed within 30 days.

NatPower Marine and Wah Kwong launch electric port network across 30 Asian ports

NatPower Marine and Wah Kwong create a joint venture to deploy a maritime electric charging network in over 30 Asian ports by 2030, without requiring initial public investment.
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The success of SGN’s test on a gas pipeline converted to hydrogen confirms Terra Firma Energy’s technological choices, with sites already equipped to accommodate this type of energy investment.
The European Union’s new import standard forces the United Kingdom to make major adjustments to its oil and gas exports, impacting competitiveness and trade flows between the two markets.

UK prepares new oil tax regime to revive UKCS competitiveness

The United Kingdom is set to replace the Energy Profits Levy with a new fiscal mechanism, caught between fairness and simplicity, as the British Continental Shelf continues to decline.
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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.
ScottishPower pauses its renewable hydrogen projects in the United Kingdom, despite receiving public subsidies, citing a lack of commercial viability under the HAR1 programme.

Shell halts its biofuels plant in Rotterdam amid strategic trade-off

Shell ends construction of its biofuels plant in the Netherlands, citing low competitiveness, while reinforcing its oil activities, raising questions over its previous energy commitments.
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US-based Westinghouse has signed six industrial agreements in the UK to supply critical components for its AP1000 and AP300 nuclear projects in Britain and abroad.
ADNOC Group CEO Dr Sultan Al Jaber has been named 2025 CEO of the Year by his global chemical industry peers, recognising his role in the company’s industrial expansion and international investments.

GH2 Solar invests $48.2mn in electrolyzer plant in Gwalior with AHES

GH2 Solar Ltd partners with AHES Ltd to build an electrolyzer plant in Gwalior, targeting 500 MW capacity by 2030 with $19mn government support.
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EDF extends the operation of Heysham 1 and Hartlepool by one year after favourable safety inspections, ensuring continuity of nuclear production and safeguarding more than 1,000 jobs.
Russia and Iran seek to strengthen their nuclear cooperation as the E3 activates the sanctions mechanism against Tehran, reigniting tensions over compliance with the 2015 Vienna agreement.

London, Paris and Berlin trigger sanctions against Iran, risking crude disruption

The three European powers activate the UN sanctions mechanism against Iran, increasing pressure on the country's oil exports as Tehran maintains high production despite Western measures.
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The United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission has granted a 40-year extension for the AP1000 reactor design certification, supporting its long-term construction domestically and deployment abroad.
Bp has awarded Baker Hughes a long-term service agreement for the Tangguh liquefied natural gas plant, covering spare parts, maintenance and technical support for its turbomachinery equipment.

CNOOC signs two gas exploration contracts in Indonesia with EnQuest and Agra

CNOOC Limited has signed two production sharing contracts with SKK Migas to explore the Gaea and Gaea II blocks in West Papua, alongside EnQuest and Agra.
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Vattenfall advances its nuclear project in Sweden by selecting two modular reactor suppliers, GE Vernova and Rolls-Royce SMR, for a potential installation on the Värö Peninsula.
Verra and S&P Global Commodity Insights join forces to build a next-generation registry aimed at strengthening carbon market integration and enhancing transaction transparency.
The British elections could transform the carbon market. A Labour government could align the UK ETS with the European system, influencing prices and decarbonization strategies.
The European Union and Italy are increasing their renewable energy capacity targets, creating new investment opportunities in the sector.

Nadara unveils its growth strategy and energy ambitions

Nadara, the result of the merger between Renantis and Ventient Energy, unveils its ambitious growth strategy with a production capacity of 4.2 GW.
Nadara dévoile sa stratégie de croissance et ses ambitions énergétiques.
The 2024 UK general election pits the Labour Party and Conservative Party against each other with distinct energy visions focused on renewables and decarbonization strategies.
The global solar panel recycling market is expected to reach 626 million USD by 2033, with annual growth of 14.3%, driven by the increase in solar installations and regulations.

Engie and Google sign contract to sell wind-generated electricity in Belgium

Engie has signed five new contracts for the direct sale of wind-generated electricity to Google in Belgium, for a total capacity of 118 MW to power the American giant's infrastructure.
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Teesworks Ltd and Energy Optimisation Solutions (EOS) announce a €62 million battery energy storage project in Teesside, supporting over 100 jobs.
Dangote's new refining complex in Nigeria is stepping up diesel exports to West Africa, capturing market share from European refiners.

Dominican Republic announces renewable energy boom within 3 years

Since 2020, renewable energy production capacity in the Dominican Republic has doubled, reaching 1,126.25 MW by the end of 2023, thanks to bold investments and reforms.
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SSE and Equinor submit a scoping report for phase 4 of the Dogger Bank wind farm, targeting a capacity of 2GW.
Bill Gates urges investors to support green technologies, highlighting their profitable potential and crucial role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Indhyco: New Joint Venture for Green Hydrogen in Spain

Renewco Power and INDHO announce the launch of Indhyco, aiming to develop 1 GW of green hydrogen projects in Spain within five years.
Indhyco : Nouvelle Coentreprise pour l'Hydrogène Vert en Espagne.
Labour promises to transform the UK into a leader in renewable energy, while facing criticism over the economic and social impacts of this transition.
Greenvolt Group buys Kent Renewable Energy Limited, increasing its biomass production capacity in England.

Q ENERGY sells 33MW solar farm to AlphaReal

Q ENERGY has finalized the sale of the 33 MW Whinfield Solar farm to AlphaReal, marking a key milestone in the European renewable energy sector.
Q ENERGY sells a 33MW solar farm to AlphaReal.
The development of CCS in Europe faces major obstacles in the form of regulatory uncertainty and high costs. Projects are slowing down as the 2030 deadline for climate targets approaches.
The Saudi Ministry of Energy has launched an innovative mapping project covering 850,000 km² to identify the best sites for solar and wind energy.

EIB grants RWE €1.2 billion for Thor wind farm

EIB finances RWE's €1.2 billion project to develop Denmark's largest wind farm, reinforcing strategic investments in the energy sector.
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Enviromena has received approval for its 42.43 MWp solar project in Christchurch, Dorset, representing a key milestone for the company in the renewable energy sector.
Cadeler A/S has signed a contract with Inch Cape Offshore Limited to install 72 15MW wind turbines off the coast of Scotland, strengthening its portfolio of partners.