First Solar anticipates higher revenue for the current year, driven by an increase in solar panel prices following the introduction of new import tariffs.
French group Orano returns to profitability in the first half of the year, supported by strong plant performance and stabilisation of international activities, notably after resolving the situation in Niger.
The progress of national targets for renewable energy remains marginal, with only a 2% increase since COP28, threatening the achievement of the tripling of capacity by 2030 and impacting energy security.
The US wind market recorded 91% growth in the first quarter of 2025, but new regulatory restrictions and the planned end of tax credits threaten the sector’s future.
The Trump administration cancels federal offshore wind zones, threatening 77,000 jobs and $12bn in annual investments in a sector currently employing 120,000 people.
SANY begins construction of a 10 MW solar power plant in Zimbabwe, the first African project integrating engineering, procurement and financing, while continuing its expansion in microgrids and hybrid solutions across the continent.
Global electricity demand is projected to grow steadily through 2026, driven by industrial expansion, data centres, electric mobility and air conditioning, with increasing contributions from renewables, natural gas and nuclear power.
The launch of the Dongfang 1-1 13-3 project by CNOOC Limited marks a milestone in offshore gas development in China, bringing new investments in infrastructure and regional production.
The rise in investments and the boom in binary cycle technologies are placing geothermal energy at the heart of global energy strategies, driven by heat pump demand and Asian ambitions.
A 5,500-horsepower harbour vessel was bunkered with green ammonia at the Dalian terminal, marking the creation of a full value chain for this fuel and a technical milestone for the maritime sector.
Sonatrach continues to assess underexploited oil and gas areas with the support of Sinopec, following a gradual strategy to strengthen its position on the regional energy market.
Venezuelan oil group PDVSA is mobilising to restart export operations under conditions similar to previous US licences, as Washington prepares to again authorise its main partners to operate.
The Brazilian mining sector is drawing US attention as diplomatic discussions and tariff measures threaten to disrupt the balance of strategic minerals trade.
KATCO, a joint venture between Orano and Kazatomprom, has started operations at the South Tortkuduk site, backed by a $190mn investment, targeting a production capacity of 4,000 tonnes per year by 2026.
Donald Trump has raised the prospect of tariffs on countries buying Russian crude, but according to Reuters, enforcement remains unlikely due to economic risks and unfulfilled past threats.
Tulip Innovation has obtained a third injunction in Germany against Sunwoda Group in a battery technology patent case, strengthening its position in the electric vehicle components market.
The latest report from the International Renewable Energy Agency confirms the cost superiority of renewables, but highlights persistent challenges for grid integration and access to financing in emerging markets.
At COP29 in Baku, NGOs criticized the G20 for lacking leadership on energy transition. Despite progress on climate finance, the absence of commitments on fossil fuels provoked sharp disappointment.
COP29 in Baku highlights the massive presence of fossil fuel representatives. Between lobbying and energy necessity, the debate on their role in the climate transition intensifies.
At COP29, six countries joined an ambitious declaration to triple global nuclear capacity by 2050, bringing the number of signatories to 31, backed by major financial institutions.
OPEC+ recorded an increase of 30,000 barrels per day in October, marked by Libya’s production surge and Kazakhstan’s reduction. Compliance remains a key challenge for the group.
As Russian and Kazakh refineries resume operations following maintenance periods, the energy market anticipates potential effects on fuel supply. Uncertainty remains around gasoline exports in Russia.
Facing growing energy demand due to a record-breaking summer, Japan reports a surge in coal imports, exploring new suppliers to secure its electricity needs.
During Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's visit to Paris, Emmanuel Macron strengthened the strategic partnership between France and Kazakhstan, offering French expertise to support the development of civilian nuclear energy in Kazakhstan.
Saudi Arabia, Russia, and six other OPEC+ countries extend their production cuts by 2.2 million barrels per day until the end of December to support oil prices weakened by uncertain demand.
With increasing sanctions against Russian LNG, an evasion ecosystem is emerging in various global hubs, fostering transactions in local currencies and a parallel trade network.
CNOOC Limited, a Chinese oil and gas company, reports record growth in production and net profit for the first three quarters of 2024, marking unprecedented performance despite an unstable external environment.
By leveraging its nickel resources, Indonesia inaugurates its first battery plant with the ambition of becoming a major player in the electric vehicle supply chain.
Iran has carried out its first crude oil export outside the Persian Gulf via the Jask terminal, expanding its export options amid threats of retaliatory strikes by Israel targeting oil facilities.
Faced with a shortage of gasoil affecting service stations in its central provinces, Iraq is turning to Kazakhstan to obtain 20 million cubic meters of natural gas to stabilize its energy supply.
The international operator of Kashagan urges QazaqGaz to prioritize the construction of processing facilities, as oil production growth projects are delayed.
Orano Begins Extending Its Georges-Besse II Plant in Tricastin, Aiming to Boost Uranium Enrichment Capacities and Strengthen Its Position Against Rosatom, the Russian Sector Leader.
The Tengiz oil field in Kazakhstan, operated by Chevron, sets a production record in October, escalating the country's tensions with OPEC+ over production quota compliance.
Moscow has confirmed that no negotiations are underway with Baku to use Russian infrastructure to transport Azerbaijani gas to Europe, thus replacing Russian gas transiting through Ukraine.
In a referendum, over 70% of Kazakh voters approved the construction of a nuclear power plant, marking a major turning point in the country's energy strategy aimed at diversifying its energy mix and reducing its reliance on fossil fuels.
The escalation of tensions between Israel and Iran threatens the stability of the global oil market. OPEC+ must assess its capacities in the face of a possible supply shock.
