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Spanish company Cox has signed a $64mn contract for the design and construction of 500 kilometres of high-voltage transmission lines in Paraguay's Chaco region, in collaboration with local firm L.T. S.A.
The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development has granted AED752mn ($205mn) financing to the Gulf Interconnection Authority to connect the electricity grids of the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, enhancing regional energy exchange.

France: EDF and Marcegaglia conclude a ten-year electricity agreement in Fos-sur-Mer

EDF and Italy’s Marcegaglia signed a letter of intent for a ten-year nuclear electricity supply contract, covering half of the energy needs for the future industrial site in Fos-sur-Mer starting from 2029.
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The British government declines to support the subsea electrical interconnection project valued at £24bn ($33bn) linking Morocco to the UK, citing high financial risks and incompatibilities with its national energy strategy.
The European Investment Bank is providing €1.6bn ($1.73bn) for the first submarine power cable between Spain and France, a 400 km link that will raise exchange capacity to 5 000 MW by 2028.

Nepal Exports Its First Megawatts of Electricity to Bangladesh

Nepal, through the Indian grid, has started delivering its first megawatts to Bangladesh, officially becoming an energy exporter during the monsoon season, in line with a recent tripartite agreement signed with its neighbors.
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A World Bank funding package targets electricity grid expansion and road rehabilitation in Gambia, with expected impact on 100,000 residents in remote areas.
Due to the lack of a tariff agreement with the United Kingdom, Xlinks suspends its subsea cable project linking Morocco.

RTE targets hosting a strategic submarine cable factory worth 10 billion euros

RTE is preparing to host a major submarine cable factory in France, aimed at offshore wind interconnections, an industrial project estimated at 10 billion euros, pending future national energy planning.
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IPTO finalises a 1,000 MW strategic project linking Crete to the mainland, with commissioning expected by the end of May according to the latest statements from the transmission operator.
The Victorian Minister for Planning has approved the environmental compliance of the Marinus Link project, enabling the next stage of federal authorisations and further preparatory works.

Madrid and Lisbon ask Brussels to accelerate electrical interconnection projects

Following the major electrical outage in April, the Spanish and Portuguese governments are urging the European Commission to expedite infrastructure development for electrical interconnections between the Iberian Peninsula and the broader European grid, currently considered insufficient.
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A report identifies 30 GW of solar and wind potential along Southeast Asia’s interconnection corridors, highlighting the challenges tied to regional electricity infrastructure.
The Gregy-Elica submarine interconnection aims to deliver green electricity from Egypt to Greece, with confirmed support from the European Union and strengthened bilateral commitments.

Zambia launches $270mn power interconnection project with DRC

Zambia has approved the construction of a 200 km high-voltage line to DRC to diversify its electricity supply and boost regional trade.
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Guinea-Bissau has completed its connection to the sub-regional power grid linking Senegal, The Gambia and Guinea, thereby improving the stability of its capital's electricity supply.
Raven SR takes a crucial step towards renewable hydrogen production by obtaining a permit for its bioenergy project in Richmond, California. This approval marks a significant step forward in the conversion of organic waste into clean fuels and contributes to the reduction of CO2 emissions.

Nigeria: President Buhari inaugurates a mega-refinery before its commissioning

Nigerian president inaugurates Dangote's mega-refinery, offering the prospect of solving shortages and creating revenue. However, analysts doubt the actual start-up date of the refinery, which could be delayed until the end of 2024.
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Denmark takes a major step forward in the management of captured CO2 with the construction of its first large-scale facility in Aalborg. The Port of Aalborg and Fidelis New Energy unveil ambitious plans to process up to four million tons of CO2 per year, contributing to the country's emission reduction.
Floating wind resources are poised to become a crucial part of the U.S. energy transition. A look back at the industry's rapid growth prospects, the U.S. Department of Energy's ambitious goals, and development opportunities in California, Oregon and the Gulf of Maine.
Central Asia's largest wind farm, the Zhanatas project in Kazakhstan, completed with a capacity of 100 MW, is the result of Sino-Kazakh cooperation and addresses the north-south energy imbalance while supporting the country's transition to renewable energies.
Avanti Energy completes acquisition of approximately 20,000 hectares of land in Montana. The reason: potential helium wealth.|Avanti Energy completes acquisition of approximately 20,000 hectares of land in Montana. The reason: potential helium wealth.

Arise sells 2 wind farms to TRIG and InfraRed in Sweden

Arise announces the sale of the Ranasjö and Salsjöhöjden wind farms in Sweden to TRIG and InfraRed, investment companies.|Arise announces the sale of the Ranasjö and Salsjöhöjden wind farms in Sweden to TRIG and InfraRed, investment companies.
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Acciona starts construction of the Celada Fusión wind farm in Palencia, Spain. Planned output: 48 MW. The project will require an initial investment of over 45 million euros and will be commissioned in the first quarter of 2022.|Acciona starts construction of the Celada Fusión wind farm in Palencia, Spain. Planned output: 48 MW. The project will require an initial investment of over 45 million euros and will be commissioned in the first quarter of 2022.
Ameresco inaugurates its 9.2 MW wind power project in Greece. The project was awarded under a contract with Ameresco's Greek subsidiary PPC Renewables. With its 1st wind farm in Europe, Ameresco reinforces its position as an international leader in renewable energies.|Ameresco inaugurates its 9.2 MW wind project in Greece. The project was awarded under a contract with Ameresco's Greek subsidiary PPC Renewables. By building its 1st wind farm in Europe, Ameresco strengthens its position as an international leader in renewable energies.

Allete Clean Energy acquires 160MW of wind power in Wisconsin

Allete Clean Energy announces a new stage in its growth with the purchase of several wind power assets in Wisconsin, USA. The company acquires 160 MW of wind power and strengthens its portfolio of over 1.7 GW of renewable assets.|Allete Clean Energy announces a new step in its growth by purchasing several wind power assets in Wisconsin, USA. The company has acquired 160 MW of wind power and strengthened its portfolio of over 1.7 GW of renewable assets.
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The Kom Omno solar park in Egypt will be expanded from 200 to 500 MW thanks to Amea Power of the United Arab Emirates. The electricity generated will be sold to the Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company, contributing to Egypt's sustainable energy objectives. AMEA Power is also developing other renewable energy projects in several countries, including wind and solar power.

Offshore wind farm 2020: RWE UK moves towards major expansion

The Gwynt y Mor offshore wind farm, opened in 2015, is expanding. Renewables specialist RWE Renewables UK has announced one of its newest projects.
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The European Commission unveils its strategy for renewable hydrogen, the key to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. Creation of the European Alliance for Renewable Hydrogen.

Battery storage: Gresham House acquires 41 MW installation

Gresham House strengthens its energy storage capacity by acquiring a 41 MW battery installation from Arenko Cleantech.
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The Spanish group is investing 4.3 million euros in the construction of a new photovoltaic project in Fontanar. Called "La miranda", the project will have a total output of 6.87 MWp. It will be connected to the Fontanar substation, with its own transmission line...