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 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.
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.
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.
The European Commission launches a regulatory plan addressing eight major power grid blockages to reduce price disparities and strengthen energy security across the Union.
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.
A consortium led by BlackRock is in talks to raise up to $10.3 billion to finance a gas infrastructure deal with Aramco, including a dual-tranche loan structure and potential sukuk issuance.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
France, the European leader in metallic waste exports, struggles to exploit its recycling potential, particularly for copper, a key element in the energy transition, according to a report by Oliver Wyman.
Tokamak Energy announces a $125 million funding round, marking a key step toward the commercialization of fusion energy and the development of high-temperature superconducting technologies. A strategic global collaboration to address energy challenges.
Suriname and China have signed an agreement to reschedule $475 million in debt, marking the first step in revitalizing the South American country's economy, which remains in crisis despite its vast oil reserves.
The United States and European nations have presented a resolution at the IAEA condemning Iran for failing to fully cooperate on its nuclear program. Tehran warns of repercussions following this decision.
Amid international tensions and limited progress in Baku, France stresses the importance of reaffirming the goal of phasing out fossil fuels, highlighting crucial financial and climate stakes for the future.
Fidra Energy and Sungrow announce a strategic partnership to develop two energy storage projects totaling 4.4 GWh in the UK, supporting the energy transition.
Octopus Energy, in partnership with Skyborn Renewables, qualifies for the ninth offshore wind tender in France. This collaboration marks a significant milestone for Octopus in its international renewable energy expansion.
The CRE proposes extending the regulated electricity tariffs (TRVE) to protect households against price volatility and provide essential stability in an evolving market.
As the UK’s oil and gas decommissioning expenses reach record levels, the industry struggles to meet its obligations, raising concerns about the viability of the energy transition.
Amcor and Power Roll join forces to launch a lightweight, flexible, and cost-effective photovoltaic film, offering an innovative alternative to traditional solar panels and paving the way for sustainable energy solutions.
Enel, Leonardo, and Ansaldo Nucleare join forces to study small modular reactors, marking a potential turning point for nuclear energy in Italy after decades of withdrawal.
DAS Solar, a Chinese company, will open its first European factory in the Doubs region in 2024, creating 450 to 600 jobs as part of a strategic €109 million investment.
In Corrèze, agricultural unionists filed a complaint after being accused of using "Nazi methods" during a protest against an agrivoltaics project, reigniting debates over the use of agricultural land.
The Single Electricity Market in Ireland and Northern Ireland is set to quintuple its energy storage capacity by 2030, according to Cornwall Insight, but obstacles remain to meet renewable energy targets.
Cornwall Insight anticipates a rise in the energy price cap to £1,736 in January 2025. This persistence of high prices reflects an unstable market and exacerbates energy poverty in the United Kingdom.
Aramco, Sinopec, and Fujian Petrochemical break ground on an integrated refining and petrochemical complex in China, aiming for an annual production of 16 million tons to meet the rising global demand for chemicals.
Neoen has secured 7 solar and agrivoltaic projects totaling 164 MWp as part of France's PPE2 tenders. These new installations will bring its secured capacity to over 2.5 GW, consolidating its leadership in the sector.
Air Liquide is investing €50 million in a renewable hydrogen supply chain to support low-carbon mobility along the Seine axis, connecting Normandy to Île-de-France.
Ocean Winds celebrates the installation of the final turbine at the Moray West offshore wind farm in Scotland, marking a major step towards full commissioning scheduled for 2025. This project highlights technological innovations and significant economic impacts.
Net electricity production in OECD countries increased by 1.1% in August, reaching 981.9 TWh. Solar saw a spectacular 27% growth, while fossil fuels declined in the overall energy mix.
