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CanAsia secures 30% stake in bid for Thailand’s 25th onshore licensing round

CanAsia Energy Corp. confirms it has submitted a bid for oil and gas exploration and production in Thailand, reinforcing its international strategy within a consortium and targeting a block in the 25th onshore round.

Pacific Petroleum completes $9.65mn oil acquisition in Wyoming with Japanese institutional funding

Pacific Petroleum and VCP Operating finalise the $9.65mn acquisition of oil assets in Wyoming, backed by a consortium of Japanese institutional investors and a technology innovation programme focused on real-world asset tokenisation.

The Future of Energy Flexibility: The Growing Role of Power-to-Hydrogen-to-Power (PtP) Technology

In the face of renewable energy intermittency, Power-to-Hydrogen-to-Power (PtP) technology could revolutionize energy storage. However, its adoption still depends on cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
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Arabelle Solutions to equip Darlington SMR with 34-metre turbine

Arabelle Solutions, a subsidiary of EDF, will provide turbine island equipment for the first BWRX-300 small modular reactor project in Canada, marking a milestone for the industrialisation of SMRs in North America.

The tech sector urged to accelerate the energy transition amid rising demand

The growth of data centres and artificial intelligence is putting unprecedented pressure on global electricity grids, prompting major tech companies to rethink their energy supply to address capacity and competitiveness challenges.

Asia-Pacific LNG physical market jumps 86% year over year despite geopolitical tensions

LNG trading volumes in the Asia-Pacific region reached 1.24 million tonnes, driven by summer demand and rising participation, despite a 21% monthly decline linked to geopolitical uncertainty.
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European Union tightens sanctions on Russian oil to increase diplomatic pressure

The European Union lowers the price cap on Russian crude oil and extends sanctions to vessels and entities involved in circumvention, as coordination with the United States remains pending.

Japan urgently secures LNG cargoes amid critically low reserves

Japan has urgently secured several additional cargoes of liquefied natural gas from the United States to avert an imminent electricity supply shortage caused by rapidly declining national reserves expected at the end of July.

Stellantis ends its hydrogen van programme as market outlook remains limited

Manufacturer Stellantis halts production of its hydrogen-powered commercial vehicles, citing a lack of commercial prospects and an insufficient market, according to a statement released by the automotive group.
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The European Commission commits EUR202mn to the IFMIF-DONES fusion accelerator

The European Union is investing EUR202mn in the IFMIF-DONES project in Granada to test materials intended for future fusion power plants, in cooperation with Spain, Croatia, Italy, and Japan.

Trump mobilises USD92bn in private investment for AI and electricity in the United States

Nearly USD92bn will be invested by major American and international groups in new data centres and energy infrastructure, responding to the surge in electricity demand linked to the rise of artificial intelligence.

Multilateral climate funds redirect energy finance towards emerging markets

Between 2015 and 2024, four multilateral climate funds committed nearly eight bn USD to clean energy, attracting private capital through concessional terms while Africa and Asia absorbed more than half of the volume.
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Global battery storage market to reach $143bn by 2031

Driven by rising electricity demand, the battery energy storage systems market is set to soar, according to The Insight Partners, growing from $41.97bn in 2024 to $143.28bn in 2031 at an average annual rate of 17.91%.

Governments extend their stockpiles to cover 98 % of global oil

The Global Energy Policies Hub shows that strategic reserves, gas obligations, cybersecurity and critical-mineral policies are expanding rapidly, lifting oil coverage to 98 % of world imports.

Sumitomo invests in Independence Hydrogen to accelerate production in the United States

Sumitomo Corporation announces a strategic investment in Independence Hydrogen aimed at developing new decentralized hydrogen production and distribution projects in the United States, targeting industrial, logistics and critical infrastructure sectors.
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NWF injects GBP 28.6 million into Peak Cluster project for CO₂ capture

The UK's National Wealth Fund participates in a GBP 59.6 million funding round to finance a CO₂ capture pipeline for the cement and lime industry, targeting a final investment decision by 2028.

PTT Oil posts record profit and accelerates expansion in Asia

PTT Oil and Retail Business announces a 46% increase in net profit for the first quarter of 2025, driven by regional expansion in its energy and non-energy activities, alongside an integrated ESG strategy.

Photovoltaic films market to reach $41.59bn by 2034 according to MarketsandMarkets

The global photovoltaic films market is expected to see significant growth, reaching $41.59bn by 2034 due to the development of new solar technologies and the increasing demand for encapsulation suited to these innovations, a recent study indicates.
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TotalEnergies sells 50% of its renewable assets in Portugal for €178.5mn

TotalEnergies is selling half of a 604 MW Portuguese energy portfolio to the Japanese consortium MM Capital, Daiwa Energy and Mizuho Leasing for €178.5mn, retaining operation and future commercialisation of the assets concerned.

Singapore sets SAF aviation levy until 2028 despite fuel price volatility

Singapore announces fixed airline ticket levy dedicated to Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) procurement, maintaining unchanged amounts from 2026 to 2028, regardless of significant fluctuations in global fuel prices.

Petronas and JOGMEC Sign Strategic Agreement around LNG Canada Project

Petronas formalizes a memorandum with JOGMEC to secure Japanese LNG deliveries, including a first cargo from LNG Canada scheduled for July at Toho Gas.

Saft to equip 1 GWh site for Gurīn Energy in northern Japan

Asian developer Gurīn Energy selected Saft to supply a battery storage system exceeding 1 GWh in Fukushima, marking a new stage in Japan’s energy storage deployment.

JERA plans 30% US LNG share in its portfolio by 2035

Japanese giant JERA will significantly increase its reliance on US liquefied natural gas through major new contracts, reaching 30% of its supplies within roughly ten years.
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Intense Heat in Asia Boosts U.S. LNG Exports

Above-average summer temperatures in Asia are significantly boosting demand for American liquefied natural gas, offsetting a potential slowdown in Europe and opening new commercial opportunities for U.S. exporters.

Brussels launches call for input on its first fusion strategy

The European Commission opens a four-week consultation to define industrial and regulatory priorities for the EU’s first fusion energy strategy, expected by the end of 2025.

Japan allows nuclear power plants to operate beyond 60 years

A new law extends the operational lifespan of nuclear reactors in Japan, enabling them to run past 60 years to meet rising energy demand and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
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Up to 30% of ASEAN data centres could be powered without batteries by 2030

A report by Ember shows ASEAN could supply nearly one-third of its data centres with wind and solar power by 2030 without storage, provided appropriate public policies are implemented.

CIP sells 25% stake in offshore wind project in the Philippines to ACEN

Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners sells a minority stake in its 1 GW project to ACEN to accelerate its development ahead of upcoming energy auctions planned by the Philippine government.

Ember forecasts solar and wind could power 30% of ASEAN data centres

Ember anticipates that a third of ASEAN data centre electricity demand could be met by wind and solar by 2030, without batteries, if appropriate political measures are implemented.
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EMBER: ASEAN’s interconnected grids could unlock 30 GW of solar and wind energy

A report identifies 30 GW of solar and wind potential along Southeast Asia’s interconnection corridors, highlighting the challenges tied to regional electricity infrastructure.

Saudi Arabia offers titanium and aluminium to France to strengthen its industry

During a visit to France, the Saudi Minister of Industry presented the kingdom's titanium and aluminium as levers to reach agreements with French manufacturers and support the country’s industrial diversification.

Natural gas demand in Southeast Asia to surpass oil and coal by 2050

Driven by economic growth and renewable energy limitations, natural gas consumption in Southeast Asia is expected to nearly double by 2050, according to Wood Mackenzie.
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Maxeon restructures operations after 55% annual revenue drop

Facing a U.S. import ban and a sharp sales decline, Maxeon Solar Technologies is now focusing its efforts on the American market.

Washington plans up to 3,521% tariffs on Southeast Asian solar panels

The United States plans to impose heavy tariffs on solar panels from four Asian countries, citing transnational subsidies supported by China.

Mainstream sells 675 MW of wind and solar projects to Celsia in Colombia

Mainstream Renewable Power sold its entire Colombian portfolio to Celsia, marking its exit from the country to focus operations on three strategic markets.
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ACEN Australia raises EUR 456 mn to expand its solar and hybrid projects

ACEN Australia has raised EUR 456 mn to support its renewable energy projects in Australia, backed by 11 local and international financial institutions.

Aker Horizons and Mitsui secure €128mn funding for Mainstream

Aker Horizons and Mitsui have finalised a structured financing agreement with DNB to support Mainstream Renewable Power’s targeted strategy in South Africa, Australia and the Philippines.

U.S. Sanctions: Imminent Revival of Russian LNG Exports

The potential lifting of U.S. sanctions on the Arctic LNG 2 project paves the way for a rapid resumption of Russian liquefied natural gas exports, significantly impacting global markets from the third quarter of 2025.
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Nexif Ratch Energy secures key permit for 500 MW offshore wind project in the Philippines

Nexif Ratch Energy has received preliminary environmental approval from the Philippine government to initiate technical studies for its 500 MW San Miguel Bay offshore wind project.

Sungrow deploys PowerTitan 2.0 in 100 MWh energy storage project in Finland

Sungrow will supply its liquid-cooled PowerTitan 2.0 system for the Kalanti BESS project, a 50 MW/100 MWh facility developed by Renewable Power Capital in southwest Finland.