- Focus
Drax plans to convert its 1,000-acre site in Yorkshire into a data centre by 2027, repurposing former coal infrastructure and existing grid connections.
The International Energy Agency lowers its global oil supply forecast for 2026 while slightly raising demand growth expectations amid improved macroeconomic conditions.
Neoen begins construction of a new 305 MW stage in Australia, raising its total battery storage capacity in the country to 2 GW, and signs two additional virtual battery contracts with ENGIE.
French firm Newheat forms a joint venture with Sunmark Chile to develop large-scale solar thermal heat projects for the mining sector, targeting decarbonisation of copper extraction processes in Chile.
NGE and the Agence Régionale Énergie Climat Occitanie form a partnership to develop a heating and cooling network designed to support economic activity in the Magna Porta zone, with locally integrated production solutions.
The European Commission enforces a new governance of electricity grids through eight energy highways, putting pressure on France as Spain and Portugal push to triple interconnection capacity by 2040.
Germany will allow a minimum 1.4% increase in grid operator revenues from 2029, while tightening efficiency requirements in a compromise designed to unlock investment without significantly increasing consumer tariffs.
Berlin maintains crop-based biofuels, bans palm oil from 2027, and ends double counting, securing GHG compliance and agricultural demand through 2030.
Scatec has begun commercial operation of the second phase of its 120 MW solar project in Mmadinare, marking a strategic step in Botswana’s energy sector.
TotalEnergies acquires a 40% operated interest in the offshore PEL83 license, marking a strategic move in Namibia with the Mopane oil field, while Galp secures stakes in two other promising blocks.
GEODIS and EDF have signed a strategic partnership to cut emissions from logistics and energy flows, with projects planned in France and abroad.
BOURBON will provide maritime services to ExxonMobil Guyana for five years starting in 2026, marking a key step in the logistical development of the Guyanese offshore basin.
ENGIE has awarded NHOA Energy the contract for a 320 MWh battery energy storage system in Drogenbos, marking a new step in their industrial partnership in Belgium.
Viridien has launched a 4,300 sq km seismic reimaging programme over Angola’s offshore block 22 to support the country’s upcoming licensing round in the Kwanza Basin.
Start-up SEATOM has been selected to join NATO's DIANA programme with its micro nuclear reactor designed for extreme environments, reinforcing its position in dual-use marine and military energy technologies.
Origis Energy finalised a $290mn financing with Natixis CIB and Santander for the Swift Air Solar II and III projects, totalling 313 MWdc of installed capacity in Ector County, Texas.
Peregrine Hydrogen and Tasmania Energy Metals have signed a letter of intent to install an innovative electrolysis technology at the future nickel processing site in Bell Bay, Tasmania.
Stardust Power has completed an independent review of its lithium refinery project in Muskogee, confirming technical feasibility and compliance with industry standards for its initial production phase.
California-based battery manufacturer South 8 Technologies has secured $11mn to boost production of its LiGas cells, targeting military and space applications under extreme conditions.
Énergir creates a dedicated entity for geothermal systems in the residential sector, using an integrated model to expand this energy offering in the Québec market.
- Last news
Facing a structural electricity surplus, the government commits to releasing a new Multiannual Energy Programme by Christmas, as aligning supply, demand and investments becomes a key industrial and budgetary issue.
A coalition of eight EU countries plans a series of public auctions to secure e-SAF production, responding to a lack of final investment decisions despite over 40 projects identified.
The United Kingdom opens 14 new offshore geological storage zones, creating an industrial decarbonisation corridor and securing long-term capacity for domestic and European heavy industry.
Driven by off-grid industrial heat demand and decarbonisation mandates, the global small modular reactor market is set to grow 24% annually through 2030, with installed capacity expected to triple within five years.
US LNG exports are increasingly bypassing the Panama Canal in favour of Europe, seen as a more attractive market than Asia in terms of pricing, liquidity and logistical reliability.
US fusion energy leaders have called on the federal government to redirect public funding towards their projects, arguing that large-scale investment is needed to stay competitive with China.
Bitzero Holdings launches a new 70 MW expansion phase in Namsskogan, Norway, targeting a total capacity of 110 MW and an upgrade of its high-performance computing capabilities.
US investment bank Xtellus Partners has submitted a plan to the US Treasury to recover frozen Lukoil holdings for investors by selling the Russian company’s international assets.
Ghanaian company Cybele Energy has signed a $17mn exploration deal in Guyana’s shallow offshore waters, targeting a block estimated to contain 400 million barrels and located outside disputed territorial zones.
Indian Oil Corporation has issued a tender for a spot LNG cargo to be delivered in January 2026 to Dahej, as Asian demand weakens and Western restrictions on Russian gas intensify.
Oil prices moved little after a drop linked to the restart of a major Iraqi oilfield, while investors remained focused on Ukraine peace negotiations and an upcoming monetary policy decision in the United States.
McDermott has secured a major engineering, procurement, construction, installation and commissioning contract for a strategic subsea gas development offshore Brunei, strengthening its presence in the Asia-Pacific region.
The Tilley Solar project, led by Indigenous and private partners, has reached full commissioning, adding 23.6 MW to Alberta's power grid and marking an economic milestone for Alexander First Nation.
Remixpoint and Nippon Chikudenchi have formalised a partnership to develop seven 2MW/8MWh BESS facilities by October 2026 through a newly established joint venture.
UK-based Ray Systems has selected Beam Global to supply tailored battery systems for its new autonomous underwater drones, aiming to extend mission duration without compromising stealth or manoeuvrability.
Sungrow has started construction on a 200 MW/400 MWh battery storage system for ENGIE, aimed at strengthening grid stability in a state heavily reliant on renewable energy.
The partnership between Fluor and JGC has handed over LNG Canada's second liquefaction unit, completing the first phase of the major gas project on Canada’s west coast.
Northern Oil and Gas and Infinity Natural Resources invest $1.2bn to acquire Utica gas and infrastructure assets in Ohio, strengthening NOG’s gas profile through vertical integration and high growth potential.
Waaree Solar Americas will supply next-generation bifacial modules to Sabancı Renewables for two utility-scale solar plants in Texas, strengthening its presence in the North American market.
Santee Cooper has approved a memorandum of understanding with Brookfield Asset Management to assess the feasibility of restarting two unfinished nuclear reactors, with a potential $2.7 billion payment and 550 MW capacity stake.
