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Chubu Electric acknowledged a methodological discrepancy in the seismic evaluation of two nuclear reactors, a situation that could weigh on the restart of nuclear operations in Japan.
Swiss asset manager completes the lifecycle of its SREF II fund with the sale of an onshore wind portfolio to Danish utility NRGi Renewables.

Osaka Gas commissions Unit 1 of its 1.25 GW gas power plant in Himeji

Osaka Gas has launched operations at the first unit of its new gas-fired power plant in Himeji, marking a key step in expanding its national electricity production capacity.
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Denison Mines is set to commit CAD600mn ($437mn) to build Phoenix, the first large-scale uranium mine developed in Canada in over a decade, with production expected by mid-2028.
Phillips 66 Limited has reached an agreement to acquire Lindsey Oil Refinery assets, which will be absorbed into the Humber Refinery to reinforce fuel supply across the United Kingdom.

Energy storage rebound revives lithium outlook in 2026

The rise of battery storage is boosting global lithium demand, reversing a market trend plagued by oversupply since 2022 and reviving momentum in a pressured industry.
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The United States is pressing major American oil firms to commit significant capital in Venezuela to recover billions lost during the expropriations of the 2000s.
Beijing maintains investments and crude imports from Venezuela, while several Chinese state-owned and private companies seek to secure stakes in Caracas' reserves.

Sabotage in Berlin disrupts 45,000 households and threatens grid stability

An attack claimed by a far-left group severely impacted Berlin’s electricity supply, testing the network operator’s response capacity amid ongoing threats to energy infrastructure.
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Empire Offshore Wind has filed a lawsuit against the federal order halting its wind farm construction, citing potential serious impacts on its financial and operational commitments in the United States.
Construction of the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind farm, led by Dominion Energy, has been halted for three months by a federal decision, threatening a key energy project for US military and technological infrastructure.

Technip Energies secures strategic order for Commonwealth LNG gas project

Technip Energies has received a key order linked to the Commonwealth LNG project in the United States, marking a decisive step ahead of the final investment decision expected in early 2026.
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Voltalia has launched the first phase of the Artemisya project in Uzbekistan, a hybrid complex combining wind power and energy storage for a total of 200 megawatts, with commissioning scheduled for 2027.
Serbia is aiming for a quick agreement between Gazprom and Hungarian group MOL on the sale of Russian-held NIS shares, key to restarting its only refinery shut down by US sanctions.

Ørsted sues Trump administration over suspension of Revolution Wind project

Danish group Ørsted has filed a lawsuit in federal court in Washington to contest the suspension of its 704 MW offshore wind project off New England.
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Norway’s car market set a new record for electric vehicle sales in 2025, driven by a year-end spike tied to an anticipated tax reform in 2026.
Renewable electricity production reached a record high in the UK in 2025, but the rise in gas usage led to an overall increase in CO2 emissions for the year.

SMRs drive private partnerships in American nuclear and clean fuels

A memorandum of understanding between four companies opens the way for industrial development around compact nuclear reactors, integrating hydrogen production, synthetic fuels, and digital infrastructure.
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Washington has crossed a historic threshold by capturing Nicolas Maduro after years of sanctions and embargo. A look back at two decades of tensions and their implications for the global oil market.
Ecovyst has divested its Advanced Materials & Catalysts segment to Technip Energies, generating $530mn in net proceeds and reducing debt while refocusing on strategic priorities.
Drax plans to convert its 1,000-acre site in Yorkshire into a data centre by 2027, repurposing former coal infrastructure and existing grid connections.
EDF has inaugurated a synchronous compensator in Guadeloupe to enhance the stability of an isolated power grid, an unprecedented initiative aiming to reduce dependence on thermal plants and the risk of prolonged outages.

NGE and AREC launch an energy network to shape Magna Porta

NGE and the Agence Régionale Énergie Climat Occitanie form a partnership to develop a heating and cooling network designed to support economic activity in the Magna Porta zone, with locally integrated production solutions.
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GEODIS and EDF have signed a strategic partnership to cut emissions from logistics and energy flows, with projects planned in France and abroad.
The American oil group now plans to invest $20 billion in low-emission technologies by 2030, down from the $30 billion initially announced one year earlier.

BHP sells 49% of its Pilbara power network to GIP for $2 billion

BHP sells a minority stake in its Western Australia Iron Ore power network to Global Infrastructure Partners for $2 billion, retaining strategic control while securing long-term funding for its mining expansion.
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More than $80bn in overseas cleantech investments in one year reveal China’s strategy to export solar and battery overcapacity while bypassing Western trade barriers by establishing industrial operations across the Global South.
Exxaro increases its energy portfolio in South Africa with new wind and solar assets to secure power supply for operations and expand its role in independent generation.

Plenitude acquires ACEA Energia for €587mn and accelerates European growth

Plenitude acquires full ownership of ACEA Energia for up to €587mn, adding 1.4 million customers to its portfolio and reaching its European commercial target ahead of schedule.
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ABB invests in UK-based start-up OctaiPipe to strengthen its smart energy-saving solutions for data centre infrastructure.
Enbridge has announced a 3% increase in its annual dividend for 2026 and expects steady revenue growth, with up to CAD20.8bn ($15.2bn) in EBITDA and CAD10bn ($7.3bn) in capital investment.

Axess Group signs strategic agreement with ARO Drilling in Saudi Arabia

Axess Group has signed a memorandum of understanding with ARO Drilling to deliver asset integrity management services across its fleet, integrating digital technologies to optimise operations.
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South African state utility Eskom expects a second consecutive year of profit, supported by tariff increases, lower debt levels and improved operations.
Equans Process Solutions brings together its expertise to support highly technical industrial sectors with an integrated offer covering the entire project lifecycle in France and abroad.

Zenith Energy shifts focus between Tunisian arbitration and Italian solar assets

Zenith Energy centres its strategy on a $572.65mn ICSID claim against Tunisia, an Italian solar portfolio and uranium permits, amid financial strain and reliance on capital markets.
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Ivanhoe Mines expects a 67% increase in electricity consumption at its copper mine in DRC, supported by new hydroelectric, solar and imported supply sources.
Q ENERGY France and the Association of Rural Mayors of France have entered a strategic partnership to develop local electrification and support France's energy sovereignty through rural territories.

ACWA Power and Aramco secure $8.2bn financing for 15 GW renewable projects

ACWA Power, Badeel and SAPCO have secured $8.2bn in financing to develop seven solar and wind power plants with a combined capacity of 15 GW in Saudi Arabia, under the national programme overseen by the Ministry of Energy.
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Hydro-Québec reports a 29% increase in net income over nine months in 2025, supported by a profitable export strategy and financial gains from an asset sale.
Antin Infrastructure Partners is preparing to sell Idex in early 2026, with four North American funds competing for a strategic asset in the European district heating market.