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The announced merger between Anglo American and Teck forms Anglo Teck, a new copper-focused leader structured for growth, with a no-premium share structure and a $4.5bn special dividend.
Statkraft France won a 15.5 MWc solar project in Mourmelon-le-Grand during the latest national tender round, bringing its total awarded capacity to nearly 70 MWc in less than a year.

GTT wins contract for LNG tanks on floating unit in Africa

GTT has been selected by Samsung Heavy Industries to design cryogenic tanks for a floating natural gas liquefaction unit, scheduled for deployment at an offshore site in Africa.
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Vattenfall commits new investment to the Clashindarroch II onshore wind project, a 63MW site in Scotland set to begin construction in 2026 and deliver first power in 2027.
Scottish developer Fidra Energy reaches financial close on its Thorpe Marsh site, with equity funding led by EIG and the UK’s National Wealth Fund, marking a significant step in the UK’s energy storage sector.

AquaVentus and Hydrogen Scotland partner on North Sea hydrogen production corridor

A partnership between AquaVentus and Hydrogen Scotland aims to connect Scottish offshore wind farms to a cross-border green hydrogen production and export infrastructure in the North Sea.
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Ocean Winds reaches a new milestone with the installation of the first foundation at the Dieppe – Le Tréport offshore wind farm, which will comprise 62 turbines supplying nearly 850,000 people.
Solar growth in Central Europe has doubled that of the European Union since 2019, reshaping the energy mix and boosting battery manufacturing in the region.

European Union targets eight bottlenecks to secure its power grid

The European Commission launches a regulatory plan addressing eight major power grid blockages to reduce price disparities and strengthen energy security across the Union.
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Iran has reached a new agreement with the International Atomic Energy Agency to formalise the resumption of inspections, following months of suspension linked to military tensions and criticism of its nuclear programme.
TotalEnergies commits to Train 4 of the Rio Grande LNG project in Texas, consolidating its position in liquefied natural gas with a 10% direct stake and a 1.5 Mtpa offtake agreement.

France positions itself on small modular reactors with eleven key recommendations

The French Energy Regulatory Commission outlines a structured plan to accelerate the deployment of small modular reactors, focusing on industrial heat and series effects to enhance competitiveness.
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Pennavel and BrestPort strengthen their partnership around the South Brittany floating wind project, aiming to structure industrial operations from 2030 at the EMR terminal of the port of Brest.
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.

Voltalia unveils SPRING, a strategic plan to restore profitability by 2026

Voltalia launches a transformation programme targeting a return to profit from 2026, built on a refocus of activities, a new operating structure and self-financed growth of 300 to 400 MW per year.
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Ineos Energy ends all projects in the UK, citing unstable taxation and soaring energy costs, and redirects its investments to the US, where the company has just allocated £3bn to new assets.
Hynfra PSA strengthens its presence in West Africa with a $1.5bn green ammonia project, backed by the Mauritanian government, with commercial operations expected to start by 2030.

Qualitas Energy commissions its first biomethane site in the United Kingdom

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.
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The Chief Executive Officer of TotalEnergies said that NextDecade would formalise on Tuesday a final investment decision for a new liquefaction unit under the Rio Grande LNG project in the United States.
Texas-based start-up MCatalysis secures seed funding from HL Energy Ventures to exploit, under exclusive licence, a microwave catalysis technology developed at the University of Oxford.
Biogas and biomethane production in the EU reached 22 billion cubic meters in 2023, representing 7% of total natural gas consumption. This growth, driven by massive investments, could revolutionize Europe's energy sector.
Egypt Invites BP to Strengthen Investments in Hydrogen

TotalEnergies acquires developer VSB to strengthen its energy strategy

As part of its global energy strategy, TotalEnergies invests €1.57 billion to acquire the German group VSB, a major player in wind and solar projects in Europe.
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The decline in green hydrogen production costs could transform heavy industries by 2030, with a projected price of $2.5/kg, driven by technological innovation and scaling.
EDF announces the extension of the lifespan of four nuclear power plants in the United Kingdom, strengthening local energy production while investing massively in its aging nuclear infrastructure.

Orano loses control of its subsidiary in Niger: 1,150 tons of uranium blocked

Orano loses control of its subsidiary in Niger: 1,150 tons of uranium blocked
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In Paris, an unprecedented conference organized by the International Energy Agency (IEA) brings together experts, industry leaders, and tech giants to explore the promises and challenges of artificial intelligence in addressing climate urgency and rising energy demands.
Amarenco announces an international €500 million financing deal to support its solar projects in Europe, solidifying its strategic positioning in key markets.

France Strengthens Strategic Energy Partnerships with Saudi Arabia

Several agreements have been concluded between French and Saudi companies in renewable energy, waste management, and technological innovations, consolidating diplomatic and economic relations between the two nations.
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Qatar will invest one billion pounds in climate technologies in the United Kingdom, an agreement hailed by Prime Minister Keir Starmer as a "significant step forward" during the official visit of Emir Al-Thani.
Large outdoor parking lots now have until January 2028 to comply with the obligation to install photovoltaic canopies, according to a decree published this week. This decision eases the pressure on the retail sector.

Ghana: Springfield Validates the Potential of Offshore Well Afina-1x

Ghana: Springfield Validates the Potential of Offshore Well Afina-1x
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VSB France inaugurated a 9.2 MWc solar power plant in Aveyron, installed on a former quarry. This project optimizes the use of an industrial site at the end of its operation while doubling its initial capacity.
The 52nd edition of the Solar Energy Observatory highlights significant growth in photovoltaic connections, marking a milestone with one million installations in operation.

Newcleo submits its advanced modular reactor for UK evaluation

The Newcleo Group has filed an application with UK authorities for the evaluation of its lead-cooled fast modular reactor, aiming to penetrate the UK nuclear market.
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Air France-KLM ranks at the top of the global aviation sector for integrating sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), according to a report published by the think tank Transport & Environment.
Aramco completes the acquisition of a 10% stake in Horse Powertrain, valued at €7.4 billion, specializing in hybrid and thermal powertrain solutions.

ERG completes the repowering of the Salemi-Castelvetrano wind farm in Sicily

ERG has finalized the modernization of the Salemi-Castelvetrano wind farm in Sicily, increasing its capacity to 75.6 MW with 18 new turbines and an annual production of 208 GWh, supporting the energy transition.
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The CRE sets the new rules for regulated sales tariffs (TRVE) for sites exceeding 36 kVA. These changes will take effect in February 2025, in line with the April 2024 law.
A leak detected on a branch of the Druzhba pipeline in Poland reignites debates on the security of energy infrastructures in Europe amid geopolitical tensions and reliance on strategic networks.