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CMSI launches a public consultation until 17 November to finalise a common mining standard designed to simplify industrial requirements and strengthen global adoption.
US nuclear technology firm NANO Nuclear Energy has secured $400mn through an oversubscribed private placement, raising its cash position to approximately $600mn to accelerate development of its KRONOS MMR™ microreactors.

Plug Power raises $370mn and could reach $1.4bn with warrant transaction

Plug Power finalised a deal with an institutional investor to raise $370mn through the immediate exercise of warrants, with the possibility of securing an additional $1.4bn if new warrants are exercised.
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Tailwater Capital secures $600mn in debt and $500mn in equity to recapitalise Producers Midstream II and support infrastructure development in the southern United States.
Air Liquide announces a $50mn investment to strengthen its hydrogen network on the US Gulf Coast, following long-term contracts signed with two major American refiners.

Nala Renewables acquires 250 MW storage portfolio in Finland

Nala Renewables strengthens its position in Finland with the acquisition of a battery energy storage portfolio exceeding 250 MW from Swiss developer Fu-Gen AG.
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Developer Gwynt Glas enters development phase after signing a lease agreement with The Crown Estate, paving the way for a 1.5GW floating offshore wind project in Welsh waters.
From January 2026, the southern Polish city of Sosnowiec will power its municipal institutions entirely with renewable electricity under a public contract awarded to local provider Hekla Energy.

GOLDBECK SOLAR Polska receives final authorisation for its 204 MWp solar park

GOLDBECK SOLAR Polska has received the Final Operational Notification for its Zwartowo photovoltaic facility, marking a key regulatory milestone in the development of large-scale solar projects in Poland.
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German group Uniper has entered into a long-term supply deal with Five Bioenergy for biomethane produced in Spain, with deliveries scheduled to begin in 2027.
An economic study reveals that Germany’s gas storage levels could prevent up to €25 billion in economic losses during a winter supply shock.

European carmakers push for more flexibility on CO2 targets

The main European automotive lobby is calling for looser 2030 and 2035 emission targets, promoting hybrids and carbon-neutral fuels.
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Russian oil output moved closer to its OPEC+ allocation in September, with a steady rise confirmed by Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak.
Ambassadors of European Union member states have approved the transmission of a legislative proposal to phase out Russian fossil fuel imports by January 2028 to the Council of Ministers.

Russia formally exits bilateral nuclear agreement with the United States

The State Duma has approved Russia’s formal withdrawal from a treaty signed with the United States on the elimination of military-grade plutonium, ending over two decades of strategic nuclear cooperation.
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Amid rising energy costs and a surge in cheap imports, Ineos announces a 20% workforce reduction at its Hull acetyls site and urges urgent action against foreign competition.
Driven by the energy, heavy industry and power generation sectors, the global carbon capture and storage market could reach $6.6bn by 2034, supported by an annual growth rate of 5.8%.

Paris Agreement: How Article 6 Shifts Carbon Credits to Regulated Demand by 2030?

Article 6 converts carbon credits into a compliance asset, driven by sovereign purchases, domestic markets, and sectoral schemes, with annual demand projected above 700 Mt and supply constrained by timelines, levies, and CA requirements.
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Global demand for industrial gases will grow on the back of hydrogen expansion, carbon capture technologies, and advanced use in healthcare, electronics, and low-carbon fuel manufacturing.
Fuel shortages now affect Bamako, struck in turn by a jihadist blockade targeting petroleum flows from Ivorian and Senegalese ports, severely disrupting national logistics.
The sinking of two oil tankers in the Kerch Strait has caused an oil spill, threatening 200,000 tons of soil and severely impacting local coasts and ecosystems.
Global temperatures in 2023 and 2024 shattered records, leaving climatologists grappling with urgent questions about the causes of such unprecedented overheating.

Kazakhstan: Elimination of 362,781 m³ of Oil Waste on the Caspian Coast

Kazakhstan announced the decontamination of over 360,000 m³ of oil waste inherited from the Soviet era, marking a major effort to reduce pollution on the Caspian Sea coast, which has suffered from decades of environmental degradation.
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The year 2024 marks a climate turning point: the threshold of 1.5°C global warming is surpassed, fueling natural disasters and increasing pressure for more ambitious climate commitments.
With a 1.5°C increase over the historical average, China experiences its hottest autumn since 1961. This phenomenon illustrates the growing impacts of climate change on the country and raises global concerns.

COP29: NGOs Disappointed by Lack of Clear Commitments on Fossil Fuels

At COP29 in Baku, NGOs criticized the G20 for lacking leadership on energy transition. Despite progress on climate finance, the absence of commitments on fossil fuels provoked sharp disappointment.
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A Carbon Tracker report warns about the shortcomings in oil and gas companies' commitments to curb methane leaks, despite their critical climate impact.
Despite the rise of renewable energy, CO2 emissions from fossil fuels continue to grow, reaching 37.4 billion metric tons in 2024. The long-awaited peak remains uncertain, raising critical questions at COP29.

The European Commission launches a roadmap to reduce fossil methane emissions

At COP29, the European Union unveiled an international initiative aimed at limiting methane emissions linked to fossil fuels. This strategic effort relies on global cooperation and strengthened regulations.
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CO2 emissions from fossil fuels will reach a record 37.4 billion tons in 2024, according to the Global Carbon Budget report. Despite progress in energy transition, fossil fuel demand persists.
Facing the threat of surpassing the 1.5 °C warming threshold, COP29 calls for an ambitious energy transformation. IRENA emphasizes the need to triple renewable energy capacities by 2030 to keep the energy transition on track.

Climate: Three Positive Trends Emerging Ahead of COP29

As COP29 approaches, several indicators suggest progress in the fight against climate change. From reducing warming projections to stabilizing fossil emissions and renewable energy growth, the outlook is less bleak.
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The European Union recorded a historic reduction of 8.3% in its greenhouse gas emissions in 2023. This decrease marks progress towards climate goals, yet challenges remain to achieve carbon neutrality.
Beyond CO2, methane, nitrous oxide, and fluorinated gases actively contribute to global warming, driving specific measures to limit their emissions. These lesser-known gases are at the core of researchers' and policymakers' concerns.

France: Enedis adapts the Breton network to face storms

One year after storm Ciaran, Enedis strengthens the electrical network in Brittany. By burying 1,100 kilometers of lines and modernizing cables, the company aims to reduce outages related to weather disruptions.
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An NGO report warns of environmental risks associated with oil and gas concessions in the "Coral Triangle," one of the world’s richest marine ecosystems, threatened by maritime traffic and oil spills.
GenZero warns that limiting global warming to 1.5°C is becoming difficult without massive investments in energy transition technologies in the Asia-Pacific region.

France: Reduction of Pollutant Emissions but Persistence of Pollution Episodes

French emissions of atmospheric pollutants have significantly decreased between 2000 and 2023. However, France continues to face exceedances of air quality standards and occasional pollution episodes.
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For several years, the notion of ecological debt has gained importance alongside public debt. This article explores its meaning, quantification, and the challenges related to its reduction, while examining the implications for future generations.
A tanker caught fire off Rostock, in the Baltic Sea, on Friday. Seven sailors were rescued, and the fire is now largely under control, according to German authorities.