France

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.

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.
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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.

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.

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.
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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.

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.
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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.

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.
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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.

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.
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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.

EDF injects €1.3 billion into Sizewell C, its second British EPR

EDF will hold a 12.5% stake in the Sizewell C nuclear project in the UK, a €1.3 billion investment announced during Emmanuel Macron’s official visit to London, confirming the strategic nuclear energy alignment between the two countries.

France: Court Approves Sale of McPhy to John Cockerill Hydrogen

The Belfort commercial court has approved the sale of McPhy to John Cockerill Hydrogen, a €600,000 transaction involving majority retention of staff and an industrial project partially funded by European subsidies.
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Rubis unveils half-year report on liquidity agreement with Exane BNP Paribas

Rubis announces half-year results of its liquidity agreement managed by Exane BNP Paribas, totalling 241,328 shares exchanged for an aggregate amount of €6.5mn in the first half of 2025.

France: Cigéo nuclear waste underground storage project makes significant progress

The French Cigéo project, designed to bury the most hazardous radioactive waste deep underground, obtains a crucial technical validation before its final authorization, expected by the end of 2027.

Greenpeace in court for blocking the Flamanville EPR

Greenpeace and its activists, on trial for blocking the Flamanville EPR power plant in 2022, face significant fines.

EU launches anti-subsidy investigation against China for wind energy

Margrethe Vestager announces an EU investigation into Chinese wind turbine manufacturers, suspected of distorting competition in Europe.

Former EDF CEO Henri Proglio under investigation for corruption

Henri Proglio, ex-CEO of EDF, is under investigation for corruption and misuse of corporate assets.
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Nuclear reform: ASN-IRSN merger definitively adopted

The merger of ASN and IRSN was definitively ratified by the Senate in a decisive vote on Tuesday night. A major change that is giving rise to debate and concern.

France: Concerns surrounding an SMR project in the Marne department

The Robin des Bois association expresses concern about the Jimmy start-up's plan to install a mini-nuclear reactor on a Cristal Union site in the Marne department, pointing out the potential risks associated with its Seveso high threshold classification.

France: Agrivoltaics decree published

France formalizes the integration of agrivoltaics with a new decree published on Tuesday, preserving agricultural productivity while increasing the production of renewable energy.
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Renewable energy: Bruno Le Maire proposes a “European preference

Bruno Le Maire proposes a "European preference" for public procurement to reduce dependence on Chinese products, an initiative discussed with Germany and Italy.

Dunkerque Region: Major decarbonization plan by 2030

The French government is committing 12 million euros to study the reduction of CO2 emissions at Dunkirk, Europe's largest emitter, with detailed action plans to follow.

Nuclear fusion reform: Key vote in Parliament imminent

The French Parliament is about to vote on a major reform that will see the merger of ASN and IRSN. This decision raises questions of transparency and independence.
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Energiequelle sets up in Greece

Energiequelle opens a branch in Athens, marking its entry into the Greek renewable energy market.

Artificial intelligence to combat methane leaks

In Paris, engineering company Kayrros harnesses satellites and AI to detect methane leaks, helping to fight global warming more effectively.

New decree for the development of agrivoltaics in France

In France, an imminent decree will regulate the installation of solar panels in fields, limiting agricultural yield losses to 10%.
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France: IRSN plans “last chance demonstration” on Tuesday

The IRSN trade union is planning a major demonstration against the nuclear safety reform, which it considers problematic.

France: a “battle plan” to boost domestic solar production

The French Minister of the Economy, Bruno Le Maire, has announced a target of 6 GW of solar capacity per year, with the aim of boosting "made in France" production.

France: An observatory on the impact of renewable energies on nature

In France, a national observatory launched by a recent decree will assess the impact of photovoltaic and wind power installations on biodiversity.
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France: GRDF unveils its emissions reduction plan

GRDF presents its decarbonization plan aimed at reducing CO2 emissions from gas consumption in France by 17% by 2030.

A possible setback for France’s climate ambitions?

The French High Council for the Climate expresses its concerns and warns that France is falling behind on its climate commitments, despite a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2023.

TotalEnergies at the heart of the French nuclear debate

Bruno Le Maire supports TotalEnergies' involvement in nuclear power, stressing the benefits for the energy transition, despite criticism from Greenpeace.
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Exxon Mobil’s first-quarter results decline in 2024

Exxon Mobil expects a decline in operating results in the first quarter, affected by lower oil and gas prices and significant losses in fuel derivatives. This trend marks a turning point after a year of record profits, heralding a difficult start to 2024.

TotalEnergies: New battery storage project in Belgium

TotalEnergies announces a battery storage project in Feluy, Belgium. The company increases its storage capacity to 50 MW / 150 MWh.