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China added a record 264 GW of wind and solar capacity in the first half of 2025, but the introduction of a new competitive pricing mechanism for future projects may put pressure on prices and affect developer profitability.
Seven-Eleven Japan signs a power purchase agreement (PPA) with Chugoku Electric Power to acquire 22.3 GWh annually from solar and hydro projects, marking a new chapter for the retailer in renewable energy procurement.

Erex and Samsung C&T Sign MoU to Develop Grid-Scale Energy Storage Projects in Japan

Erex and Samsung C&T announce a partnership to develop grid-scale energy storage projects in Japan. The two companies plan a 50:50 joint venture to deploy large-scale storage installations.
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Pakistan cancels 21 planned LNG cargoes from Eni due to a gas surplus and negotiates with Qatar for potential deferment or resale of shipments.
Shell restructures six series of bonds through an exchange offer, migrating them to its U.S. subsidiary to optimize its capital structure and align its debt with its U.S. operations.

The French State activates the IEF control on Exaion’s sale to American Mara

The government confirmed that the majority sale of Exaion by EDF to Mara will be subject to the foreign investment control procedure, with a response expected by the end of December.
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OneD Battery Sciences and Shanghai Putailai New Energy Technology announce a development agreement to design and scale production of silicon-carbon anodes for lithium-ion batteries.
Sinopec and LG Chem announce a strategic partnership to develop key materials for sodium-ion batteries. This collaboration aims to accelerate the commercialization of this technology in energy storage systems and low-speed electric vehicles.

Brazil Reduces Emissions by 16.7% in 2024 Ahead of COP30

A week before COP30, Brazil announces an unprecedented drop in greenhouse gas emissions, driven mainly by reduced deforestation, with uneven sectorial dynamics, amid controversial offshore oil exploration.
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A $400 million natural gas pipeline connecting Israel to Cyprus, with a capacity of 1 billion cubic meters per year, is awaiting government approvals, according to Energean’s CEO.
Illinois and New York take significant steps to develop additional nuclear capacity, aiming to strengthen their power generation while diversifying their sources.

Eneco Acquires Prowind’s Wind Project Development Business in the Netherlands

Eneco takes over Prowind’s wind project development business in the Netherlands, adding 260 MW to its portfolio. Prowind refocuses on the German market, where demand is growing rapidly.
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Texas-based Sunoco has completed the acquisition of Canadian company Parkland Corporation, paving the way for a New York Stock Exchange listing through SunocoCorp starting November 6.
Rheinmetall forms a strategic partnership with Sunfire, Ineratec, and other companies to establish decentralized synthetic fuel production across Europe, thereby strengthening the continent’s energy independence.

Le TAP augmente ses nominations de gaz aux interconnexions européennes clés

Les nominations du Trans Adriatic Pipeline progressent à Melendugno, Nea Mesimvria et Komotini, signalant davantage d’offre pipeline et une flexibilité accrue pour les expéditeurs face aux arbitrages avec le gaz naturel liquéfié.
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The partnership combines industrial AI tools, continuous power supplies, and investment vehicles, with volumes and metrics aligned to the demands of high-density data centers and operational optimization in oil and gas production.
US company Intuitive Machines has secured an additional contract to develop compact nuclear technology for lunar missions and extended space infrastructure.

CNAT requests a three-year extension for Almaraz I and II

Centrales Nucleares Almaraz-Trillo has officially requested the extension of operations for reactors Almaraz I and II until 2030, challenging the original timeline for the shutdown of Spain’s nuclear fleet.
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BP sells non-controlling stakes in its Permian and Eagle Ford midstream infrastructure to Sixth Street for $1.5 billion while retaining operational control.
The HySynergy I plant produces eight tons of hydrogen per day from renewable energy and marks a new milestone in the deployment of low-carbon hydrogen in Europe, with medium-term expansion projects.
Eos Energy and Talen Energy partner to develop multiple energy storage projects in Pennsylvania to meet rising electricity demand driven by AI and cloud computing growth.
NEO Battery Materials will supply high energy density batteries to a South Korean industrial robotics company under a $2.5M CAD order and joint development agreement over two years.

Bimergen Energy appoints two co-CEOs to lead energy storage expansion

US-based battery storage developer Bimergen Energy has appointed Cole Johnson and Robert Brilon as co-CEOs to execute a large-scale industrial plan backed by $250 mn in recent funding.
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Trina Storage has introduced its new Elementa 3 energy storage system, engineered for the Gulf’s extreme conditions and aimed at boosting energy density while lowering operating costs.
Japanese company Sun Village has connected its first energy storage facility to the grid and formalised a strategic partnership with Marubeni Power Retail to operate the asset on electricity markets.

Lightshift secures $75mn to finance 16 storage projects on the US East Coast

Lightshift Energy has secured $75mn in funding from KeyBanc to support six operational projects and launch ten more, in response to rising demand for electric storage on the US East Coast.
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Austrian battery optimisation specialist enspired enters Japan in partnership with Banpu NEXT, backed by a Series B extension to over €40mn.
Ameresco has completed a 50 MW battery storage system to support Nucor’s expansion in Arizona, marking one of the largest behind-the-meter industrial projects in the United States.

Rondo commissions 100 MWh heat battery to power refinery

Rondo Energy has launched commercial operations of the world’s largest industrial heat battery, delivering 24-hour steam from off-grid solar power.
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SUNOTEC expands in the Bulgarian market with seven projects combining battery and solar, totalling 763 MWh of storage and 115 MWp of photovoltaic capacity.
Danish fund Copenhagen Infrastructure IV transfers half of its stake in the UK-based Coalburn 2 project to AIP Management, strengthening AIP's energy storage portfolio in the United Kingdom.

Lyten restarts BESS production in Gdańsk after acquiring Northvolt facility

Lyten has completed the acquisition of the Northvolt Dwa site in Poland, Europe’s largest energy storage system factory, and plans to deliver its first commercial units before the end of 2025.
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SNG Holdings launched trial operations of a 2MW/6MWh energy storage facility in Gotemba, backed by Digital Grid and PHOTON, ahead of commercial commissioning scheduled for November.
The Winchester project will combine 160 MW of storage with two 80 MW solar plants in Cochise County, with delivery expected in early 2027.

Greenflash acquires 200 MW storage project in Texas from Advanced Power

Greenflash Infrastructure has acquired a 200 MW standalone storage project in Texas, marking a strategic asset transfer aimed at reinforcing local grid reliability.
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Gotion High-Tech presented in Saudi Arabia a modular 20 MWh storage solution aimed at strengthening the country's energy capacity under its Vision 2030 strategy.
The Japanese developer has commissioned a storage unit in Karatsu and plans to deploy 80 facilities by the end of 2026, relying on agreements with local governments and industrial partners.

Three Canadian firms launch alliance to secure energy using quantum technology

Energy Plug, Malahat Battery Technology and Quantum eMotion sign strategic agreement to develop quantum-secured energy storage systems, including a NATO-aligned defence initiative.
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Greenflash Infrastructure has finalised the acquisition of Rock Rose, a 200 MW energy storage project located in Fort Bend County, to strengthen its ERCOT market portfolio.
SALA Energy commissions its first grid-scale battery storage facility using sodium-sulfur batteries, supported by both public and private financing.