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Technip Energies signs major contract for floating natural gas unit in Africa

Technip Energies has secured a contract to lead preparatory works for a floating liquefied natural gas unit in Africa, confirming its presence in the international gas infrastructure market.

Asia accounts for 71% of new renewable capacity, Africa remains marginalised

Asia dominated global new renewable energy capacity in 2024 with 71% of installations, while Africa recorded limited growth of only 7.2%, according to the latest annual report from IRENA.

Africa captures only 2% of global clean energy investment in 2025

While capital is flowing into clean technologies globally, Africa remains marginalised, receiving only a fraction of the expected flows, according to the International Energy Agency.
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NANO Nuclear : énergie et agriculture pour les communautés isolées

NANO Nuclear : énergie et agriculture pour les communautés isolées

Further sale of Enilive by Eni in parallel with negotiations with KKR

Eni is in advanced discussions with KKR to sell 20% of its biofuels subsidiary Enilive. Other investors, such as Stonepeak, are showing an interest in a new stake.

Renewable energies gain in competitiveness against fossil fuels

By 2023, 81% of new renewable energy capacity was cheaper than fossil fuel alternatives, emphasizing their key role in the global energy transition.
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Stellantis launches Chinese electric city car in Europe

Stellantis introduces the Leapmotor T03, a Chinese electric model assembled in Poland, targeting the entry-level market in Europe with a competitive price and 265 kilometers of range.

Electrification of oilfield sites cuts CO2 emissions by 80

The electrification of oil and gas infrastructures could reduce production-related CO2 emissions by up to 80%, a strategic step forward for the sector, according to a study by Rystad Energy.

Nuclear revival in Paris countries united for a sustainable energy future

In Paris, some 15 pro-nuclear countries are meeting to discuss the revival of atomic energy. The OECD-sponsored conference aims to explore concrete solutions for achieving global climate goals.
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Iran: Petrochemical exports grow despite sanctions

Despite Western sanctions, Iran plans to increase its petrochemical exports in 2024-2025, bypassing restrictions through strategic partnerships with Russia and other markets.

Traceability of critical minerals: UN calls for rigorous global framework

The UN is proposing a global traceability system for critical minerals, crucial to the energy transition, to prevent social and environmental abuses in their supply chain.
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Rockefeller Foundation Identifies 8,700 TWh Green Energy Deficit

The Rockefeller Foundation points to an energy deficit of 8,700 TWh to be bridged by 2050 in 72 countries to meet climate and development goals.
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China: Massive investment in biogas revolutionizes the market

China's commitment to biogas is driving significant growth in the energy market. This development is marked by strategic investments in industrial and domestic projects.
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Areva: Strategic stakes of Uramin takeover re-examined

Areva's acquisition of Uramin in 2007, initially valued at 1.8 billion euros, raised new strategic and financial challenges for the company.
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Access to electricity falls in 2022 for the first time in ten years

In 2022, 685 million people were without electricity, a first in ten years according to a report by the International Energy Agency and the UN.
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EDP supports renewable energy projects in Africa

EDP's A2E Fund finances energy projects in five African countries, contributing to energy inclusion on the continent.
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Development of a 220 MW solar farm in Algeria

Algeria is accelerating its energy shift with the construction of a new 220 MW solar park in Biskra, part of a vast 3 GW solar program.
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Investigation opened against TotalEnergies for its role in the Palma attack

A preliminary investigation into manslaughter and failure to assist a person in danger has been opened against TotalEnergies, following a complaint lodged by survivors and families of victims of the attack in Palma, Mozambique, in March 2021.
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Expanding Energy Storage: Challenges and Solutions for 2030

In the face of the climate emergency, the G7 governments have made a bold commitment to increase global energy storage capacity sixfold by 2030. This development is crucial to support the necessary expansion of renewable energies.
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More Algerian LNG exports to Europe

Faced with falling LNG prices in Europe, purchases of Algerian cargoes are increasing, marking a peak in exports.
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Mali: Ganfeng strengthens its international position

Ganfeng, the Chinese lithium company, buys 50% of the Goulamina spodumene project in Mali to strengthen its international position in the face of growing demand for lithium, particularly in China, and to compete with Australia, the world's leading supplier of spodumene.

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DRC dam: Fortescue for the Grand Inga Project

Australia's Fortescue Metals said it was in talks to develop a dam in the DRC: the Grand Inga project.|Australia's Fortescue Metals said it was in talks to develop a dam in the DRC: the Grand Inga project.

Total Starts Production of Zinia Phase 2 in Angola

Total has started oil production at Zinia Phase 2. This short-cycle project is located offshore Angola, in Block 17. Total is thus reaffirming its central energy position in the country.

Dams in Africa: the largest projects

Hydroelectric projects in Africa are multiplying, exploiting the continent's wealth of water resources. Find out more about our biggest current projects.
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Albertine Rift: $3.5 billion agreement for EACOP pipeline

Total and CNOOC, in collaboration with local authorities, launch the construction of a $3.5 billion pipeline linking Uganda to Tanzania. This ambitious project aims to bring the Albertine Rift's oil reserves to international markets, marking a major step towards exploiting the region's rich deposits.
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Energy for Africa in 2024: The Future of Renewable Energy

The crucial issue of energy in Africa takes on a new dimension with the "leapfrog" strategy towards renewable energies, according to IRENA. Afrique Energy Corp, present on the continent, is contributing to Africa's energy sector with promising oil discoveries, paving the way for a transition to natural gas and wider electrification of the continent.
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Red Sea Drilling Company: a National Geothermal Company in Djibouti

The Red Sea Drilling Company is developing geothermal energy in Djibouti to ensure energy independence with 1000 MW of 100% RE electricity by 2030, while training local engineers and attracting investment. It also plans to boost water supplies and expand beyond Djibouti's borders.
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Ashama Solar Park: the largest in West Africa

The future Ashama solar farm in Nigeria, developing 200 MW, will become the largest in West Africa, meeting the energy needs of the country, where 80 million people lack access to electricity, and helping to solve Africa's energy crisis.
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Nigeria: New Photovoltaic Parks

The Nigerian government is teaming up with twelve energy companies to deploy photovoltaic parks, bringing sustainable electricity to remote and rural areas. More than 100,000 solar systems are planned by the end of 2021, supported by $1.1 million in funding from the Rural Electrification Agency.
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Renewable energies: is Africa making headway?

Africa should see strong growth in renewable energies, from 12.6 GW in 2019 to 51.2 GW in 2025, thanks to solar and wind projects in Egypt, Algeria, Tunisia, Morocco and Ethiopia, despite political challenges.
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Hydroelectric power: the DRC wants to unite Africa around the Grand Inga

The DRC is banking on the Grand Inga project, the world's largest hydroelectric dam, to become a major exporter of sustainable energy in Africa, meeting 40% of the continent's electricity needs, while aiming to diversify its energy economy. The 44,000 MW project is estimated at $80 billion and represents a major pivot in the country's energy policy.

Hydroelectricity: the energy of the future for the African continent?

Hydropower is growing rapidly in Africa, offering significant potential to meet growing energy demand while reducing carbon emissions. However, obstacles such as limited funding, climate-related challenges and geopolitical tensions still hinder its development on the continent.

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