Italie

Congo accelerates LNG exports with Eni and targets major energy growth

The Republic of Congo and Eni confirm the expansion of the Congo LNG project and multiply industrial initiatives to strengthen energy supply and strategic sectors.

Eni signs twenty-year agreement with Venture Global for 2 mn tonnes of LNG per year

Italian group Eni signs a twenty-year liquefied natural gas supply contract with US-based Venture Global, covering two mn tonnes per year and marking a first for the company from the United States.

The European Commission commits EUR202mn to the IFMIF-DONES fusion accelerator

The European Union is investing EUR202mn in the IFMIF-DONES project in Granada to test materials intended for future fusion power plants, in cooperation with Spain, Croatia, Italy, and Japan.
en_114016072040540

Terna and NPC Ukrenergo sign strategic agreement for European energy integration

Terna and NPC Ukrenergo have concluded a three-year partnership in Rome aimed at strengthening the integration of the Ukrainian grid into the pan-European system, with an in-depth exchange of technological and regulatory expertise.

Terna secures €1bn in guarantees with SACE and EIB for Adriatic Link project

Terna has signed a guarantee agreement with SACE and the European Investment Bank to finance the Adriatic Link project, totalling approximately €1bn ($1.08bn) and validated as a major transaction under Italian regulations.

Ukraine: Energoatom signs major agreements with Westinghouse and Holtec

Energoatom signed strategic agreements with Westinghouse and Holtec at the Ukraine Recovery Conference, aiming to establish nuclear fuel production and small modular reactor capabilities in the country.
en_114013072043540

Solargik signs 85 MW of new solar projects on complex terrains in Italy

Solargik strengthens its presence in Italy with 85 MW of photovoltaic projects, including partnerships with Revalue and Free Ingegneria, to deploy systems on steep and agricultural land previously considered unexploitable.

80 Mile increases its stake in Hydrogen Valley to 49% and signs an agreement with Tecnoparco

80 Mile announces that it has increased its stake in Hydrogen Valley to 49% and signed a memorandum of understanding with Tecnoparco for the supply of 40,000 tonnes of biofuel per year, aiming to reduce palm oil dependency.

Sonatrach and ENI Seal $1.35 Billion Contract in Algeria

Sonatrach and ENI have signed a $1.35 billion production-sharing agreement aiming to extract 415 million barrels of hydrocarbons in Algeria's Berkine basin, strengthening energy ties between Algiers and Rome.
en_11408072043540

Côte d’Ivoire and Eni strengthen their energy partnership with the Baleine project

Côte d'Ivoire and the Italian group Eni assess progress on the Baleine energy project, whose third phase plans a daily production of 150,000 barrels of oil and 200 million cubic feet of gas for the Ivorian domestic market.

Plenitude starts 200 MW solar park in Andalusia for 2026

Italian group Plenitude has begun building Entrenúcleos, a 200 MW photovoltaic plant near Seville, set to deliver more than 435 GWh a year from 2026 while trialling locally produced green steel.

Natural hydrogen: France on the verge of redefining its national and European energy strategy

The official confirmation in June 2025 by the French government regarding the detection of significant natural hydrogen reserves in Lorraine, the Pyrenees, and Aquitaine could represent a major strategic turning point for national and European energy sovereignty. However, the technical, economic, and environmental challenges associated with its exploitation might slow its large-scale implementation.
en_114001072025540

The climate crisis intensifies economic risks linked to extreme weather events

Prolonged heatwaves and environmental disasters are intensifying, leading to significant financial impacts in the energy, agriculture, and real estate sectors, according to the latest UN and IEA reports.

Eni launches its first agri-hub for industrial-scale vegetable oil production in Congo

Eni has inaugurated its first vegetable oil extraction plant in Loudima, Republic of the Congo, marking the country's entry into the global biofuel supply chain for the transport industry.

Pronur launches operations in Saudi Arabia to strengthen renewable energy solutions

Italian group Pronur establishes itself in Saudi Arabia with support from AstroLabs, aiming to provide advanced technologies in the renewable energy sector and develop new industrial partnerships.
en_114029092041540

Ardian acquires 117 solar power plants in Italy to strengthen its energy platform

Ardian Clean Energy Evergreen Fund takes control of 117 photovoltaic plants totalling 116 MW in Italy, further consolidating its presence in the country’s renewable energy sector.

Orlen ends Russian oil purchases for Czech refinery after contract expiry

Orlen announces the definitive halt of its Russian oil purchases for the Czech Republic, marking the end of deliveries by Rosneft following the contract expiry, amid evolving logistics and diversification of regional supply sources.

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.
en_114029092026540

Plenitude and Modine launch 1.585 MWp solar power plant in Italy

Plenitude and Modine have signed an agreement to build a photovoltaic plant with an installed capacity of 1.585 MWp in Pocenia, designed to power thermal and refrigeration equipment at Modine’s Italian industrial site, without initial investment.

World Bank resumes nuclear financing after decades of absence

After several decades without funding nuclear projects, the World Bank has formed a strategic partnership with the IAEA to provide technical and financial support to countries integrating nuclear energy into their energy strategies.

Eni doubles quarterly profit thanks to rising oil prices

Italian hydrocarbon giant Eni saw its second-quarter net profit jump 125% to €661 million, against a backdrop of rising oil prices. These results beat expectations and reflect strong growth in renewable energy production and biorefining.

Eku Energy Deploys First Energy Storage Battery in Japan

Eku Energy announces its first energy storage project in Japan with a 30MW/120MWh battery in Miyazaki, backed by a 20-year agreement with Tokyo Gas.

Snam acquires Edison’s gas storage assets for 630 million euros

Edison sells its gas storage division to Snam, valuing the assets at 560 million euros, with possible price adjustments up to 630 million.
Infrastructures gazières EDISON en Italie

Enel Reports 65% Increase in Half-Year Profit

Italian energy giant Enel reported a 64.9% increase in first-half net profit to €4.1 billion, despite falling electricity and gas prices.

A2A and Enfinity Global sign 134 MW solar PPAs in Italy

A2A and Enfinity Global seal new agreements to supply 134 MW of solar power in Italy, reinforcing their commitment to the energy transition.

SudH2 hydrogen corridor: Italy includes Switzerland in its project

This autumn, Italy presents the SudH2 hydrogen corridor, linking the Mediterranean to Northern Europe, including Switzerland.
Corridor hydrogène Europe du Sud

KKR in negotiations to acquire a stake in Enilive, a subsidiary of Eni

KKR is negotiating the purchase of 20-25% of Enilive, Eni's biofuels unit, valued at between 11.5 and 12.5 billion euros.

EDF and Federacciai join forces to decarbonize Italian steel with nuclear power

EDF, Federacciai, Edison and Ansaldo join forces to use nuclear power to decarbonize Italy's steel industry, reviving the country's nuclear option.

Italy overtakes fossil fuels with its ENR production

In June, Italy reached an all-time high by producing more electricity from renewable sources than from fossil fuels, marking a key step towards its climate targets.

Eni to launch its second FLNG plant in Congo by the end of 2025

Eni plans to launch a new FLNG facility in Congo, increasing export capacity to 4.5 billion m³ per year.

R.Power inaugurates a new 4.8MWp photovoltaic farm in Portugal

Polish developer R.Power has inaugurated a new 4.8 MWp photovoltaic farm in Serta, Portugal, strengthening its presence in the local market.

Europe: Reducing Refining Capacity in the Face of Energy Transition

Europe's once-thriving refining industry is gearing up for a historic capacity reduction, driven by the pressures of the energy transition and falling margins.
Réduction capacité raffinage Europe

25% reduction in gas consumption in European power plants

European power plants are expected to reduce their gas consumption by 25% this summer, thanks to increased solar and hydro capacity.

Synthetic Fuels: Ursula von der Leyen and the Future of Thermal Power

The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, supports synthetic fuels to achieve climate neutrality for vehicles by 2035, despite controversy.

Côte d’Ivoire: Towards a promising future in fossil fuels

The Ivorian economy, historically based on agriculture, is now evolving thanks to the discovery of vast oil and gas deposits. In less than three years, the country has become a major player in the global energy industry.
Diversification économique ivoirienne

Atawey becomes European leader in hydrogen stations

Atawey buys McPhy's charging station business for 12 million euros, becoming Europe's leading hydrogen station operator with 70 installed stations.

Redelio Renewables LLC: 2.4 GW Energy Storage Ambition in the U.S.

Redelio Renewables LLC aims to develop up to 2.4 GW of battery energy storage systems (BESS) in the United States, boosting energy storage capacity.

Stopping gas transit via Ukraine redefines LNG routes

The end of Russian gas transit via Ukraine is forcing Europe to reorganize its LNG and pipeline supplies.
Ukraine gaz transit reroute

Italy: Edison, Framatome and Politecnico di Milano for nuclear energy

Edison, Framatome and Politecnico di Milano join forces to revive nuclear energy in Italy, focusing on safer, more innovative technologies.

JinkoSolar Partners with RELC and VI for 10 GW Plant in Saudi Arabia

JinkoSolar, RELC and VI announce a $1 billion investment for a solar cell and module production plant in Saudi Arabia with an annual capacity of 10 GW.