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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.

Georgia Power receives approval for 8,500 MW energy growth plan by 2030

The Georgia Public Service Commission approves the 2025 Integrated Resource Plan, which includes major investments in generation, storage and the grid to address the strong rise in electricity demand.

Brasilia Prepares Trade Countermeasures Amid New U.S. Tariffs of 50%

Brazil adopts new rules allowing immediate commercial measures to counter the U.S. decision to impose an exceptional 50% customs tariff on all Brazilian exports, threatening stability in bilateral trade valued at billions of dollars.
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TotalEnergies in Mozambique: $4.7 bn US loan challenged in court by NGO

TotalEnergies’ Mozambique LNG gas project is at the centre of a legal challenge in Washington, following the approval of a $4.7 bn loan by the US Exim Bank, amid security concerns and opposition from civil society groups.

Sabanci Renewables acquires 120 MW of solar in Texas from OCI Energy

Sabanci Renewables announces the acquisition of the Texan solar project Pepper from OCI Energy, strengthening its US portfolio to 660 MW and paving the way for an increase to 3 GW by 2030.

Brookfield signs 3,000 MW agreement with Google for hydropower in the United States

Brookfield and Google formalise an unprecedented framework agreement to supply up to 3,000 MW of hydropower, with initial contracts worth more than $3 billion for facilities in Pennsylvania.
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U.S. Midstream: Gas pipeline projects shift focus to West and Northeast

Investors are closely watching U.S. midstream companies’ announcements regarding new gas pipeline expansions targeting promising markets in the West and Northeast, beyond traditional regions in Texas and the Southeast.

PPL Corporation and Blackstone Infrastructure launch gas partnership to power data centers in Pennsylvania

PPL Corporation and Blackstone Infrastructure announce a strategic partnership to develop new gas-fired power plants to supply electricity to data centers through long-term contracts in Pennsylvania.

U.S. Giants Invest Massively in AI and Energy in Pennsylvania

Several major U.S. corporations announce investments totaling nearly USD 90 billion to strengthen energy infrastructure in Pennsylvania, aimed at powering data centers vital to the rapid growth of the artificial intelligence sector.
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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.

SolaREIT deploys over $125mn to finance land for battery storage in the United States

SolaREIT announces it has committed more than $125mn to battery storage projects, supporting over 1.4 GW across the United States with land solutions dedicated to sector developers.

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%.
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Desri launches the Santa Teresa solar and storage plant in New Mexico

New York developer DESRI, together with utility El Paso Electric, starts construction of the 150 MWac Santa Teresa solar complex and its 600 MWh storage system, financed by an international banking consortium.

Geronimo Power launches a 250 MW solar project in Wisconsin

Renewable developer Geronimo Power begins construction of the 250 MW Portage Solar park, expected to generate more than $100 mn in cumulative economic impact in Wisconsin, according to a news release issued on July 15 by PR Newswire.

BP raises second-quarter production forecast driven by US shale growth

BP revised upwards its production forecast for the second quarter of 2025, citing stronger-than-expected results from its US shale unit. However, lower oil prices and refinery maintenance shutdowns weighed on overall results.
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Serbia seeks new US sanctions waiver for NIS amid geopolitical tensions with Russia

Belgrade is engaged in complex negotiations with Washington to obtain a fifth extension of sanctions relief for the Serbian oil company NIS, which is majority-owned by Russian groups.

European Commission Warns on Chinese Competition, International Agencies Respond

Several international agencies have echoed warnings by Teresa Ribera, Vice-President of the European Commission, about commercial risks related to Chinese competition, emphasizing the EU's refusal to engage in a price war.

PetroTal increases production by 15% in Q2 2025 and strengthens liquidity

PetroTal Corp. records production growth in the second quarter of 2025, improves its cash position and continues replacing key equipment at its main oil sites in Peru.
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South Texas Electric Cooperative launches tender for 500 MW of dispatchable capacity

South Texas Electric Cooperative is seeking proposals for the acquisition or purchase of energy for 500 MW of dispatchable capacity, aiming to strengthen long-term supply security in the ERCOT region.

Eco Wave Power completes production of floaters for its wave energy pilot project in Los Angeles

Eco Wave Power Global AB announces the completion of floaters manufacturing for its first American pilot plant, marking a major step towards the imminent deployment of wave energy at the Port of Los Angeles.

Indonesia Increases Its Energy Purchases from the United States: A Major Deal with Pertamina

Indonesia has signed a memorandum of understanding with the United States to increase its energy imports. This deal, involving Pertamina, aims to diversify the country's energy supply sources.

VAALCO focuses on Baobab field in Ivory Coast, despite limited production

VAALCO Energy continues to operate the Baobab field by renovating its floating platform, despite modest production. This strategy aims to maintain stable profitability at low cost.

JinkoSolar installs 21.6 MWh of energy storage in Massachusetts

Chinese manufacturer JinkoSolar has delivered three energy storage systems totalling 21.6 MWh to the American company Distributed Energy Infrastructure, as part of the Solar Massachusetts Renewable Target (SMART) programme aimed at strengthening local solar infrastructure.
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Eco Wave Power obtains authorization to repurchase 10% of its ADS

Eco Wave Power shareholders approve renewed authorization to repurchase American Depositary Shares representing up to 10% of the company's total share capital, during the 2025 Annual General Meeting held in Stockholm, Sweden.

Westbridge launches Fontus, a strategic 380 MW data centre in Colorado

Westbridge Renewable Energy enters digital infrastructure market with Fontus, a 380 MW data centre campus in Colorado, positioned to meet strong growth in US cloud and artificial intelligence services.

US natural gas production to hit historic high in 2025

US natural gas production and consumption are expected to reach record highs in 2025, before slightly declining the following year, according to the latest forecasts from the US Energy Information Administration.
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Vistra obtains approval to extend Perry nuclear plant operations

Vistra Corp receives green light to extend Perry nuclear plant operations in Ohio by 20 years, securing regional electricity supply until 2046 and ensuring operational continuity for all its nuclear reactors in the United States.

United States: Donald Trump extends biogas tax credit until 2029

US President Donald Trump has ratified a law extending until the end of 2029 the tax credit on renewable natural gas production from biomass and animal manure, aiming to boost the rural economy.

The European Union creates a strategic alliance to secure critical chemical supplies

The European Commission is launching an alliance with member states and industrial players to secure the supply of critical chemicals, amid growing competition from the United States and China.
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NANO Nuclear signs strategic agreement with UrAmerica on Argentine uranium

NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. formalizes its collaboration with UrAmerica Ltd. to strengthen Argentina’s uranium supply, aiming to secure future nuclear fuel supply chains for the U.S. market.

Fresno joins First Public Hydrogen to develop municipal energy capacities

The City of Fresno becomes the latest member of First Public Hydrogen, the first US public authority dedicated to hydrogen development, thus strengthening its energy infrastructure and municipal bus fleet.

Maple Creek Energy launches strategic RFP for US gas project

Maple Creek Energy is soliciting proposals for its advanced 1,300 MW gas project in MISO Zone 6, targeting long-term contracts and strategic co-location partnerships with accelerated connection to the regional power grid.
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SHINE and Standard Nuclear form strategic partnership on recycled fuel

American companies SHINE Technologies and Standard Nuclear partner to recycle uranium and plutonium, supplying advanced fuel to the nuclear reactor sector and enhancing the national energy security of the United States.

Bayou Bend accelerates carbon storage on the US Gulf Coast

The Bayou Bend project, led by Chevron, Equinor, and TotalEnergies, aims to become a major hub for industrial carbon dioxide storage on the US Gulf Coast, with initial phases already completed.

Recurrent Energy launches 1,200 MWh storage project in Arizona

Canadian Solar's subsidiary commissions the Papago Storage facility, supplying electricity to Arizona Public Service to meet high summer demand, thus strengthening local energy capacity with a total potential of 1,800 MWh.
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Floating nuclear power plants evaluated to supply Mediterranean regions

The American Bureau of Shipping and two nuclear sector companies are studying the potential deployment of floating nuclear power plants to meet the energy needs of island and coastal regions in the Mediterranean, notably via electricity and desalination.

Shell forecasts decline in key business activities in second quarter

Shell revises downward its forecasts for the second quarter of 2025, anticipating notably a decline in Integrated Gas and Upstream segments, impacted by reduced volumes and lower profitability in several major activities.

Chloris Geospatial raises $8.5M to scale satellite-based forest carbon monitoring

US-based Chloris Geospatial has raised $8.5M from international investors to expand its satellite-based forest monitoring capabilities and strengthen its commercial position in Europe, addressing growing demand in the carbon market.
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Heatwave in China: Electricity Demand Surges, LNG Imports Slow

The extreme heatwave in China has led to a dramatic rise in electricity consumption, while Asia records a significant drop in liquefied natural gas imports amid a tight global energy context.

Canada Awaits Private Sector Decision on Alberta-Pacific Pipeline

The Canadian government is now awaiting a concrete private-sector proposal to develop a new oil pipeline connecting Alberta to the Pacific coast, following recent legislation intended to expedite energy projects.