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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.

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.
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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.

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.
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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.

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.
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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.

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.
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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.

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.
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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.

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.
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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.

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.

France: Parliament adopts anti-dismemberment text for EDF

On Wednesday April 3, Parliament adopted the Socialist bill to protect EDF, combining anti-dismemberment measures with support for small entities.
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France: Agreement between MPs and Senators on ASN-IRSN merger

An agreement was reached between deputies and senators on the merger of ASN and IRSN on Wednesday April 3. The next vote, scheduled for April 9, will seal the fate of this reform.

EDF: A legislative turnaround against dismemberment

The French Parliament is set to seal EDF's fate with a law designed to protect the company from dismemberment and widen access to regulated electricity tariffs, a move welcomed by a largely unified political spectrum.

France: Valgo penalized for illegal waste management

Valgo has been fined 60,000 euros for illegally burying waste on the site of the former Petroplus refinery in Petit-Couronne, Seine-Maritime.
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CO2 emissions: accused of inaction, Shell goes to court again

Shell is appealing a ruling requiring it to cut its CO2 emissions by 45% by 2030.

France: Vinci wins contract to extend Orano’s uranium plant

Vinci Construction wins a major project with Orano to expand the uranium plant at the Tricastin site, reducing dependence on Russian fuel.

TotalEnergies-SINOPEC partnership for sustainable aviation fuel in China

The partnership between TotalEnergies and SINOPEC aims to develop a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) unit in China, to meet the growing demand from the aviation industry.
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TotalEnergies refutes accusations of “super-profits

The CEO of TotalEnergies disputes accusations of "super-profits" in France, against a backdrop of debates about taxing high profits to reduce the public deficit.

EDF: reorganization of nuclear activities effective April 1

EDF has announced a reorganization of its nuclear activities by business line, starting in April, with the aim of achieving significant improvements in the context of the nuclear revival.

USA: Record LNG shipments to Asia via the Cape of Good Hope

In March, a record number of US LNG cargoes reached Asia via the Cape of Good Hope, bypassing the Panama and Suez canals.
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Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky invests in green energy

Daniel Kretinsky, known for his investments in fossil fuels, is diversifying his activities to include green energy and the distribution sector.

Air Liquide relaunches hydrogen for the Paris Olympic Games

In Paris, Air Liquide inaugurates the hydrogen station on the Pont de l'Alma, intended for the vehicles of the 2024 Olympics.

Energy transition: EU approves France’s 900 million euro plan

The European Commission validates a 900 million euro French plan to support the transition to a net-zero economy.
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Flamanville EPR: New schedule confirmed

After a twelve-year delay, EDF has announced that the first electricity from the Flamanville EPR will be injected into the national grid in summer 2024.

France: Attal says the French government will save 150 million euros on energy consumption by 2023

Prime Minister Gabriel Attal announces €150 million in energy savings for government buildings by 2023.

United Kingdom: Greenhouse gas emissions down 5.4% in 2023

The UK will achieve a 5.4% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2023. The country became the first major economy to halve its emissions compared to 1990 levels.
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Carbon footprint: TotalEnergies loses court case against Greenpeace

On the occasion of its 100th anniversary, TotalEnergies suffers a legal setback against Greenpeace. The NGO, accused by TotalEnergies of disseminating misleading information about its CO2 emissions, has had its legal action quashed by the courts.

France: a conversion plant for reprocessed uranium coming soon?

France is studying the possibility of building a site for the conversion and enrichment of recycled uranium, a first outside Russia.