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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.

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.

The French solar federation organises itself amid current political and economic attacks

The National Solar Energy Federation, launched on 21 June and formalised on 14 July, brings together installers, equipment suppliers and financiers to defend photovoltaics against political criticism as Paris prepares a new energy roadmap.
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London reinstates grants to accelerate electric-vehicle adoption

The British government is mobilising USD845mn to subsidise electric-car purchases, easing pressure on an industry hit by US tariffs and preparing for the 2030 ban on internal-combustion engines.

GE Vernova modernises TransnetBW’s key cross-border power hub in Germany

GE Vernova has secured a major contract to modernise the Kühmoos substation in Germany, enhancing grid reliability and integration capacity for power flows between Germany, France and Switzerland.

Hynamics UK and Hy24 join forces for £300mn green hydrogen project in Fawley

Hynamics UK and Hy24 have signed an exclusive agreement to develop the Fawley Green Hydrogen project, backed by the UK HAR2 scheme, to supply green hydrogen to ExxonMobil's petrochemical complex.
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RTE and Nexans launch an industrial chain to recycle 600 tonnes of aluminium per year

RTE and Nexans announce the creation of a recycling chain dedicated to aluminium from electrical cables, targeting 600 tonnes annually and covering the entire industrial cycle from collection to production.

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.

Thermal Energy launches a CAD 1.4M heat recovery project

The Canadian group Thermal Energy International has secured a CAD 1.4 million contract to install a heat recovery unit at a European malted barley producer, aiming to reduce energy costs and polluting emissions.
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Electroverse reaches one million public electric vehicle charging points worldwide

Octopus Energy’s Electroverse platform surpasses one million public electric vehicle charging points, strengthening its international presence with a subscription-free model available in 40 countries through a single payment card.

EDF inaugurates two solar power plants in Moselle totalling 72 MWp installed

EDF power solutions commissions two new photovoltaic plants in Moselle, together representing a capacity of 72 MWp, capable of annually supplying electricity equivalent to 36,000 inhabitants, or 30% of the population of Metz.

Lhyfe successfully completes first green hydrogen combustion tests in Spain

French company Lhyfe has carried out its first successful green hydrogen combustion tests in Spain, delivering three tonnes over three weeks to the Valencian ceramic industry, opening a new potential alternative to industrial fossil natural gas.
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Eco Wave Power receives €2.45mn from EU to deploy wave energy

Eco Wave Power Global AB joins a consortium funded with €2.45mn by the European Interreg Atlantic Area programme to accelerate commercial implementation of wave energy technologies in Atlantic coastal regions.

Global Bioenergies postpones asset takeover bids to 18 July

The asset takeover process of Global Bioenergies, under a pre-pack disposal procedure, has been extended until 18 July at noon, following requests from potential bidders seeking additional time to assess the French company's financial situation.

The French Senate adopts the Gremillet bill for energy transition

On July 8, 2025, the Senate validated the Gremillet bill, aimed at structuring France's energy transition with clear objectives for nuclear power, renewable energies, and energy renovation.
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EDF power solutions commissions the largest solar power plant in the Territoire de Belfort

EDF power solutions has commissioned the Aéroparc photovoltaic plant, with a capacity of 42.2 MWp, in the Territoire de Belfort, making a significant contribution to the region's energy transition.

SIAAP and SUEZ inaugurate France’s largest biogas production unit at Seine Aval

SIAAP and SUEZ have inaugurated a new biogas production unit at the Seine Aval wastewater treatment plant, the largest in Europe, as part of a modernization project to strengthen the energy sovereignty of the Paris region.

The Economic Impact of Solar Energy in Europe Amid Surplus Production

The overproduction of solar energy in Europe is causing a drop in captured prices, undermining the profitability of producers. In Germany, Spain, and France, capture prices are at record lows, with profound economic consequences.
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Altarea Energies Renouvelables launches its first ground-mounted photovoltaic plant in Caudecoste

Altarea Energies Renouvelables has started work on its first ground-mounted photovoltaic plant in Caudecoste, marking a new milestone in its development. The 7 MWc plant is expected to be operational by the end of 2025.

EDF Restructures Governance to Accelerate Nuclear and Hydroelectric Projects

EDF announces a new internal organization with key executive appointments to enhance decision-making efficiency and expedite the revival of nuclear and hydroelectric projects central to its industrial strategy.

Lhyfe delivers 350 kg of hydrogen to Géométhane

Lhyfe has delivered 350 kg of hydrogen to Géométhane for testing salt-cavity storage at Manosque, aimed at improving energy management.

Inauguration of the Parc Éolien des Saules in Saulzoir

The Saules wind farm, inaugurated in Saulzoir, marks a milestone in local renewable energy production, with 15 MW of installed capacity and a significant environmental impact.

TotalEnergies disposes of its mature assets in Brunei

otalEnergies sells its subsidiary in Brunei to Hibiscus Petroleum, monetizing mature assets with a view to optimizing portfolio management.
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Czech Republic decides between EDF and KHNP for new reactors

ČEZ, the Czech state-owned electric utility, has sent the government its comparative analysis of bids from France's EDF and South Korea's KHNP to build new nuclear units at the Dukovany power plant site. This crucial assessment will weigh heavily in the choice of the future builder of these new power generation units.

Rigorous carbon intensity, a prerequisite for the development of low-carbon hydrogen

To meet decarbonization objectives, the deployment of low-carbon hydrogen requires rigorous accounting of its actual carbon intensity, as well as a clear regulatory framework, as highlighted in a recent study by the Oxford Institute for Energy Studies.

GRTgaz and Equinor join forces for a carbon storage project

GRTgaz and Equinor are working together to create a transport and carbon sequestration infrastructure between France and Norway, aimed at reducing industrial emissions from Dunkirk by 2029.
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Iberdrola authorized to build Portugal’s largest wind farm

Iberdrola has received final environmental approval to build a 274 MW wind farm in Portugal, marking a key step towards decarbonization and energy independence.

VALOREM innovates with a carbon-free concrete wind turbine foundation

Hoffmann Green Cement Technologies and the VALOREM Group have created the world's first wind turbine foundation using clinker-free, decarbonated concrete, opening up new prospects in the renewable energy sector.

Inauguration of France’s largest renewable hydrogen station

SUEZ, SIPEnR and Banque des Territoires launch a renewable hydrogen station in Créteil, with the support of the European Union and the Île-de-France Region.
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Verso Energy explores the conversion of biogenic CO2 into jet fuel

Verso Energy is carrying out a feasibility study for an industrial site in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, aimed at producing sustainable aviation fuel from biogenic CO2 from the Sylvamo plant in Saillat-sur-Vienne, France.

RWE inaugurates its largest wind farm in France: Les Nouvions

The Nouvions wind farm, with 11 Nordex N149 turbines, supplies 44 MW, enough to power 19,000 homes.

Growing uncertainty for workers at the Saint-Avold coal-fired power plant

The future of the Saint-Avold coal-fired power plant remains uncertain, heightening the concerns of employees and unions in the face of shelved projects and an unstable political context.
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Tavares calls for stability after Chinese vehicle tax hike

Carlos Tavares, CEO of Stellantis, urges regulatory stability following the EU's announcement of higher tariffs on Chinese electric vehicle imports.

Inauguration of France’s first electrolyser plant in Belfort

McPhy opens France's first electrolyser plant in Belfort, a crucial step towards the decarbonization of industry and transport.

Low-Techs Gain Ground in French Engineering Schools

French engineering schools are integrating low-tech techniques, favoring frugal and sustainable solutions to today's ecological challenges.
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Iran Intensifies Nuclear Program, IAEA Warns

Iran is increasing its nuclear capacity despite criticism from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), installing new cascades at Natanz and Fordow.

Marubeni launches Innovative Floating Wind Project in Akita

Marubeni Corporation launches a floating offshore wind project in Akita, supported by the NEDO Green Innovation Fund, aimed at reducing costs and stimulating innovation in the sector.

France steps up renewable hydrogen amid political uncertainty

France is investing heavily in green hydrogen, with several gigafactories underway, with the aim of becoming a world leader. However, political uncertainty, accentuated by the dissolution of the National Assembly, is creating major challenges for this emerging sector.
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Vattenfall approves Rolls-Royce SMR and GE Hitachi reactors

Vattenfall has selected Rolls-Royce SMR and GE Hitachi to build small modular reactors at Ringhals. This decision is part of Sweden's strategy to increase nuclear power production in order to decarbonize its economy.

Orano relaunches uranium mining in Niger

Orano has resumed preparatory work to exploit the Imouraren deposit in Niger, a major step forward for local economic development despite recent political instability.