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More than ten-year delay for Bulgaria’s national nuclear waste repository

The Bulgarian National Audit Office report highlights persistent delays and contractual irregularities in the implementation of the national repository for low- and intermediate-level radioactive waste.

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.
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A US-sanctioned LNG vessel docks at Russia’s Arctic LNG 2 terminal

The Voskhod vessel, under US sanctions, docked at the Arctic LNG 2 plant in Russia, marking the second visit by a sanctioned ship to the site this year, according to maritime tracking data.

OPEC Cuts Forecasts but Anticipates Rising Oil Demand

OPEC slightly adjusts its production forecasts for 2025-2026 while projecting stable global demand growth, leaving OPEC+ significant room to increase supply without destabilizing global oil markets.

European Union struggles to agree on new Russian oil price cap

Talks between European Union member states stall on the adoption of the eighteenth sanctions package targeting Russian oil, due to ongoing disagreements over the proposed price ceiling.
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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.

Greece’s wind capacity surpasses 5.5 GW as growth rate doubles

Greece’s wind sector reaches a new milestone with 5.5 GW installed, driven by 37 new turbines and €180 mn in investments during the first half of 2025, according to ELETAEN.

Serbia seeks new US sanctions waiver for NIS amid geopolitical tensions with Russia

Belgrade is engaged in complex negotiations with Washington to obtain a fifth extension of sanctions relief for the Serbian oil company NIS, which is majority-owned by Russian groups.
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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.

European Union finalises agreement to lower Russian oil price cap

European Union ambassadors are close to reaching an agreement on a new sanctions package aimed at reducing the Russian oil price cap, with measures impacting several energy and financial sectors.
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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.

Iran Relaunches Nuclear Dialogue to Negotiate with the United States, Russia Supports a No-Enrichment Deal

Tehran agrees to reopen its nuclear facilities to the IAEA, aiming to resume negotiations with Washington, while Moscow pushes for a “zero enrichment” agreement without getting involved in supervision.

The European Union commits EUR2.3bn to accelerate Ukraine’s energy reconstruction

The European Commission is launching a special fund of EUR2.3bn ($2.5bn) to boost Ukraine’s reconstruction and attract private capital to the energy and infrastructure sectors.
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The European Commission sets regulatory framework for low-carbon hydrogen

The European Commission introduces a greenhouse gas emissions methodology for low-carbon hydrogen, establishing a long-awaited regulatory framework for the sector and paving the way for new industrial investments.

Slovakia targets European agreement on end of Russian gas and sanctions by Tuesday

The Slovak government is seeking guarantees from the European Union to secure its supplies as talks continue over ending Russian gas and adopting a new round of sanctions.

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.
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Tatneft Accelerates TANECO’s Transformation with a New Hydrocracking Unit

Commissioning of a 1.2-million-ton hydrocracking unit at the TANECO site confirms the industrial expansion of the complex and its ability to diversify refined fuel production.

Solar energy becomes EU’s leading electricity source in June 2025

Solar energy reached a record share of 22.1% in the European electricity mix in June 2025, becoming for the first time the main source of electricity in the European Union, according to a report by think tank Ember.

Algeria: Tebboune re-elected, strengthens energy strategy between Europe and Russia

Re-elected with 95% of the vote, Abdelmadjid Tebboune is strengthening his strategic alliances with Russia and Italy, and stepping up investment in gas, nuclear and renewable energies. But this approach raises questions about economic sustainability and the risks of dependency.

Italy considers legislation to reintroduce nuclear power

The Italian government is planning legislation by 2025 to lift the ban on nuclear power, paving the way for SMR and other cutting-edge technologies.

IAEA: Increased risks for Kursk and Zaporizhzhzhia nuclear power plants

Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), warns of threats to the Kursk and Zaporizhia nuclear power plants, which are exposed to military tensions in Russia and Ukraine.
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Cour des Comptes criticizes France’s fiscal governance of the energy sector

The Cour des Comptes (French Audit Office) questions the effectiveness of France's energy tax system, arguing that it is not aligned with climate objectives, and suggests a reform of its governance.

Enapter signs record order for 4 MW AEM electrolysers in Italy

Enapter receives an order for 4 MW of AEM electrolyzers for Italy's state-subsidized "Hydrogen Valleys" projects, marking an important milestone in the green hydrogen sector.

Greenvolt sells 153 MWp of solar projects in Italy to Nuveen Infrastructure

Greenvolt sells 19 solar projects in Italy, totaling 153 MWp, to Nuveen Infrastructure for €18.7 million, as part of its asset transfer strategy.
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China: Huasun delivers 1.8 GW of HJT modules for 4 GW solar project

Huasun Energy supplied 1.8 GW of HJT solar modules in three months for China Green Development Investment Group's 4 GW project in Ruoqiang, Xinjiang, China.

Saudi Arabia and Italy strengthen cooperation on green hydrogen

Saudi Arabia has identified Italy as a key partner for the export of green hydrogen to Europe, in response to growing demand for low-carbon energy solutions.

Sovcomflot maintains its share of Russian non-G7 oil exports at 80%.

Despite Western sanctions, Sovcomflot retains a significant share of Russia's non-G7 crude oil exports, exceeding 80% in August. New U.S. sanctions increase pressure to reduce Russian revenues.
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Sanctions: Russian maneuvers to exploit the Arctic fail

The United States is stepping up its pressure on Russia's Arctic LNG 2 project by imposing new sanctions against companies and vessels involved, further complicating Moscow's liquefied gas export capabilities.

Libya: Oil exports blocked by political crisis

In Libya, oil exports remain blocked due to a dispute over control of the Central Bank. A few shipments have been authorized from stocks, but production remains severely impacted.

Ukraine stops Russian gas transit, but to what effect?

The announcement that Russian gas transit via Ukraine will cease in a few months' time is changing the energy dynamic in Europe and redefining supply and diversification strategies. This article analyzes the economic, geopolitical and logistical consequences for the various players involved.
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OPEC+ Extends Production Cut to Stabilize Oil Prices

Under pressure from falling prices, OPEC+ decided to extend the production cut by 2.2 million barrels per day until December 2024 to maintain market balance.

Brent crude falls to a 9-month record low: Markets in a state of uncertainty

Brent crude prices fell sharply on expectations of a rapid resumption of Libyan exports and possible adjustments to OPEC+ production cuts.

Ukraine: IAEA warns about the safety of nuclear power plants in conflict zones

The IAEA expresses its concerns about the safety of the Kursk and Zaporizhia nuclear power plants, threatened by armed conflict in Ukraine, during a meeting between Rafael Grossi and Volodymyr Zelensky.
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Orano establishes new uranium enrichment plant in Tennessee

Orano, a leader in the French nuclear sector, chooses Tennessee to develop a uranium enrichment plant, strengthening the United States' energy autonomy in the face of geopolitical risks linked to Russia.

Houthis continue to target oil tankers in the Red Sea

The Houthis are stepping up their attacks on oil tankers in the Red Sea, disrupting shipping and influencing the region's geopolitical and energy balances.

Russian oil exports down on Asian demand

Exports of Russian petroleum products fell sharply in August, to a level not seen since the pandemic, due to weaker demand in Asia and a shift towards the domestic market.
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Enfinity Global obtains €190 million to develop 157 MW of solar power in Italy

Enfinity Global finalizes €189.6 million financing for the construction of eight solar power plants totaling 157 MW in Italy, backed by BayernLB, ING and Rabobank.

Saipem signs two contracts with Saudi Aramco worth USD 1 billion

Saipem wins two offshore oil engineering, procurement, construction and installation (EPCI) contracts with Saudi Aramco, worth a total of around 1 billion USD, for the Marjan, Zuluf and Safaniyah fields in Saudi Arabia.