First Hydrogen expands its collaboration with the University of Alberta to optimise small modular nuclear reactor design and support green hydrogen development amid the growth of artificial intelligence data centres.
The latest report from the International Renewable Energy Agency confirms the cost superiority of renewables, but highlights persistent challenges for grid integration and access to financing in emerging markets.
SEGULA Technologies opens an office in Cape Town, strengthening its presence in the African market and targeting expansion in energy, rail, and automotive sectors, in partnership with South African industrial firm AllWeld.
Scatec secures the development of a 846 MW photovoltaic cluster in the Free State province, with an investment of ZAR13bn ($735mn), following the seventh round of South Africa's REIPPPP programme.
Gaia Renewables 1 has acquired a 10% stake in two solar power plants in the Northern Cape, following regulatory approval and financial close, strengthening its portfolio of independent assets.
The Anglo-Dutch company maintains its oil and gas operations on the African continent, betting on offshore exploration and the reactivation of onshore fields, while the institutional and regulatory context remains uncertain.
Facing chronic power outages, South African households are increasingly turning to solar self-generation, jeopardizing Eskom's pricing model and widening energy-access inequalities between affluent neighborhoods and disadvantaged areas.
A $60mn subordinated loan will speed delivery of equipment for a 223 MWp solar-storage plant serving the Kamoa-Kakula copper complex, deepening the financial partnership between CrossBoundary Energy and Standard Bank South Africa.
The Global Energy Policies Hub shows that strategic reserves, gas obligations, cybersecurity and critical-mineral policies are expanding rapidly, lifting oil coverage to 98 % of world imports.
The Central Energy Fund’s takeover of the Sapref refinery introduces major financial risks for South Africa, with the facility still offline and no clear restart strategy released so far.
Asia dominated global new renewable energy capacity in 2024 with 71% of installations, while Africa recorded limited growth of only 7.2%, according to the latest annual report from IRENA.
The Hive Coega project, South Africa’s most ambitious green ammonia initiative, enters its operational phase with the release of tenders for essential infrastructure, marking a major step forward for the country in renewable energy production.
EDF Power Solutions has been selected by the Japanese government to build a 110 MW lithium-ion battery after winning a public tender aimed at enhancing the flexibility of the country's electricity grid.
Globeleq and African Rainbow Energy finalise financing for Africa's largest standalone battery energy storage project, raising ZAR 5.4 billion ($300 million) from Absa and Standard Bank in South Africa.
According to the 2025 report on global energy access, despite notable progress in renewable energy, insufficient targeted financing continues to hinder electricity and clean cooking access, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa.
Globeleq and African Rainbow Energy finalise commercial agreements for a 153 MW energy storage project in South Africa, aimed at enhancing national grid stability and optimising peak energy management.
Estimated at 40.9 billion dollars in 2024, the global microgrid market is expected to grow at an average annual rate of 19.28% to reach 191.01 billion dollars by 2033, driven notably by innovative energy contracts.
The African Development Bank financially supports Zambia with $26.5 million for the 32 MW Ilute solar project, structured to avoid reliance on sovereign guarantees.
The global solar tracker market is expected to reach $29.31bn by 2030, driven by a compound annual growth rate of 26.2%, notably supported by large-scale photovoltaic projects and recent technological advances, a new study reports.
The Norwegian industry anticipates a 4% increase in offshore investments in 2025, reaching NOK 275 billion, with enhanced exploration to slow the natural production decline.
Energy prices in Europe far exceed those in the United States and China, putting the manufacturing industry at a disadvantage. An urgent review of energy and industrial policies is needed to safeguard European competitiveness.
Tunisia plans to initiate its hydrogen projects by 2030. With agreements signed by international industrial partners, the country aims to export this energy carrier massively to Europe.
Sonatrach is investing $2.3 billion to optimize the Hassi R'Mel gas field, aiming to sustain natural gas production and strengthen Algeria's energy position in Africa and Europe.
Jacobs and Terra Solar Philippines Inc. collaborate on a 3.5 GW solar and 4.5 GW battery storage project. Valued at $3.3 billion, the project aims to meet 12% of the Philippines' energy needs.
Venture Global has initiated LNG sales for early 2025 from the Plaquemines terminal, marking a key milestone in U.S. market expansion despite challenges at Calcasieu Pass.
TotalEnergies strengthens its strategy in South Africa with an environmental impact study for the Deep Water Orange Basin block, a strategic offshore area, despite persistent environmental controversies.
Natural gas prices are soaring, reaching a record high in the United States and Europe for the past year, driven by weather forecasts for one and geopolitical tensions for the other.
Global and domestic coal consumption could support U.S. thermal coal markets in 2025, driven by increased demand in Asia and Europe, despite challenges linked to the energy transition.
The European goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 is within reach thanks to mature technologies, but achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 remains an ambitious challenge, according to the energy group Engie.
Despite escalating tensions and the preparation of a Russian counteroffensive in the Kursk region, Russian gas flows to Europe via Ukraine continue as usual, according to data from GTSOU.
After a slowdown in September due to maintenance, Norwegian gas exports to Northwest Europe reached 9.56 billion m³ in October, reflecting a market still vulnerable according to Equinor.
Cable manufacturer Nexans announces the creation of Lynxeo, a distinct entity for its industrial cable business, aiming for greater clarity and market visibility.
A report by Reclaim Finance accuses 20 European banks of promoting oil and gas expansion through significant financing, hindering energy transition goals.
The "Forecasting Green Jobs in Africa" report by FSD Africa and Shortlist reveals the potential to create millions of green jobs on the continent by 2030, focusing on key sectors like energy, agriculture, and sustainable mobility.
The Thali oil project of Tower Resources in Cameroon receives a major financing offer that could unlock crucial advancements, conditional on obtaining an essential license extension.
Hit by equipment failure and challenging economic conditions, U.S.-based Dow reports a decline in net profits for the third quarter, while revenues show slight growth.
