Hunatom announces a strategic alliance with Synthos Green Energy to introduce US small modular reactor technology, strengthening energy ties between Hungary, Poland and the United States.
GoldenPeaks Capital commissions two large-scale photovoltaic plants in Hungary, strengthening the integration of independent solar generation and the electricity supply on the national market.
The progress of national targets for renewable energy remains marginal, with only a 2% increase since COP28, threatening the achievement of the tripling of capacity by 2030 and impacting energy security.
Washington triggers an unprecedented tariff structure combining 25% fixed duties and an additional unspecified penalty linked to Russian energy and military purchases.
INA has completed its first industrial production of sustainable aviation fuel at the Rijeka refinery, demonstrating the feasibility of commercial-scale co-processing of biogenic feedstocks with the technology developed by Chevron Lummus Global.
The Russian Minister of Energy announces strengthened cooperation in uranium and civil nuclear energy in Niger, reinforcing Russia's economic presence in a key sector following the withdrawal of several Western players.
Slovenské elektrárne has signed an agreement with Urenco for the purchase of enriched uranium for the Bohunice and Mochovce nuclear power plants, strengthening the diversification of its supply sources until the mid-2030s.
Serbia has secured a new 30-day reprieve from the application of US sanctions targeting NIS, operator of the country’s only refinery, which is majority owned by Gazprom.
The European commitment to purchase $250bn of American energy annually raises questions about its technical and economic feasibility in light of limited export capacity.
Naftogaz and the State Oil Company of the Republic of Azerbaijan (SOCAR) have formalised an initial contract for natural gas delivery via the Transbalkan corridor, opening new logistical perspectives for Ukraine’s energy supply.
Donald Trump has raised the prospect of tariffs on countries buying Russian crude, but according to Reuters, enforcement remains unlikely due to economic risks and unfulfilled past threats.
Mozambique aims to strengthen the presence of Russian companies in natural gas exploration and production as the country looks to diversify its partnerships in the natural resources sector.
Hungarian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Peter Szijjarto states Budapest will block any European ban on Russian hydrocarbon imports, stressing the impact on household energy costs.
Hungary reaffirms its intent to double the capacity of its Paks nuclear power plant in partnership with Rosatom, with concrete works expected to begin in the autumn.
The Hague court has authorised the release of Gazprom’s shares in Wintershall Noordzee, following a judicial decision after several months of legal proceedings involving Ukrainian companies.
Resalta has completed the acquisition of Statkraft’s Croatian platform, expanding its presence in renewable energy across Eastern Europe, with a portfolio of projects and a full local team.
Following the imposition of European Union sanctions, Nayara Energy adjusted its payment terms for a naphtha tender, now requiring advance payment or a letter of credit from potential buyers.
Since early April, Europe has imported nearly 45 billion cubic meters (bcm) of liquefied natural gas (LNG), with storage prospects for winter putting pressure on gas prices.
US Senator Lindsey Graham announced that President Donald Trump plans to impose 100% tariffs on countries purchasing Russian oil, including China, India, and Brazil.
Nearly 120 missiles and drones targeted key infrastructures in Ukraine, causing widespread power outages. This attack occurred as Volodymyr Zelensky met with European leaders in Poland.
The pro-Russian separatist leader of Transdniestria, Vadim Krasnosselski, traveled to Moscow to address the energy crisis impacting his region after Russian gas deliveries were cut, jeopardizing the local economy and power grid.
The Pokrovsk mine, Ukraine's sole coke producer, closes under Russian military pressure. This decision threatens the steel industry, the economy, and Ukraine's strategic logistics.
Ukrainian drone strikes targeted industrial and energy facilities in Russia, causing significant fires in Tatarstan and Saratov regions, according to local authorities.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky plan discussions on the partial resumption of Russian gas transit, representing 25% of the volumes needed for Slovakia.
Russia reports that nine Ukrainian drones targeted a TurkStream pipeline station, without disrupting deliveries to Europe. This incident highlights the geopolitical stakes of energy infrastructure.
The separatist authorities of Transdniestria, grappling with the halt of Russian gas deliveries, are calling on Moscow for help to prevent a humanitarian crisis exacerbated by power outages and an economy on the brink of collapse.
Washington and London impose historic sanctions on the Russian energy sector, targeting Gazprom Neft and a fleet of 200 ships. Moscow accuses the U.S. of global destabilization, while Biden defends the strategic impact.
With 124 billion m³ of gas produced in 2024, Norway consolidates its position as Europe’s primary supplier, replacing Russia in a tense geopolitical context.
Russia has suspended gas deliveries to the pro-Russian separatist region of Transnistria, intensifying energy and political tensions in Moldova. The European Union denounces a maneuver aimed at destabilizing the region.
Moldova and Gazprom are at odds over a debt estimated between $9 million and $700 million, exacerbating Transnistria's energy crisis. The separatist region faces the risk of total power outages in the midst of winter.
The sinking of two Russian oil tankers caused an unprecedented 9,200-ton oil spill impacting the Kerch Strait and Sevastopol. This crisis highlights significant technological challenges and geopolitical tensions in the region.
The end of Russian gas supplies via Ukraine plunges Transnistria, Moldova's separatist region, into a severe energy crisis, leading to power cuts for its residents and increasing tensions with Chisinau.
The oil spill in the Kerch Strait caused by the shipwreck of two Russian tankers has contaminated 73,000 tons of sand, raising concerns about the costs and environmental impact in Russia and Crimea.
Slovakia claims readiness for the halt of Russian gas transit via Ukraine in 2025, despite financial costs and impacts on European markets. Reserves and alternatives ensure national energy security.
The interruption of Russian gas transit through Ukraine affects 14 billion cubic meters annually, triggering major political and economic consequences for Eastern Europe.
After years of focusing on renewable energy, the European Union is channeling resources into developing small modular reactors (SMRs) and strengthening its nuclear infrastructure.
Gazprom suspends gas deliveries to Moldova starting January 1, citing a $700 million debt dispute. This interruption, in the midst of political tensions, underscores the country's energy dependency.
