Next Hydrogen completes a $20.7mn private placement led by Smoothwater Capital, boosting its ability to commercialise alkaline electrolysers at scale and altering the company’s control structure.
Peregrine Energy Solutions has begun construction on a 500 MWh storage project in Texas, relying on Wärtsilä's technology and WHC's engineering expertise to enhance ERCOT grid flexibility.
The world's largest battery energy storage system enters service in Saudi Arabia, with an annual capacity of 2.2 billion kWh spread across three strategic sites in the southwest of the country.
Primary Hydrogen plans to launch its initial drilling programme at the Wicheeda North site upon receiving its permit in early 2026, while restructuring its internal exploration functions.
BayWa r.e. has finalised the sale of a 46 MW floating solar park, the country’s largest, to a Dutch public-local consortium, marking a new step in the decentralised structuring of the solar market in the Netherlands.
An agreement announced on December 17, 2025 provides for twenty years of deliveries through 2040. The package amounts to 112 billion new Israeli shekels (Israeli shekels) (NIS), with flows intended to support Egyptian gas supply and Israeli public revenues.
The ATUM Solar industrial complex, located in Ain Sokhna, will include three factories—two of 2 GW capacity—backed by a $220mn investment from an international consortium.
AMEA Power has completed the commercial commissioning of a 120 MWp solar project in Kairouan, marking a national first in Tunisia for a renewable energy installation of this scale.
The Ugandan government aims to authorise its national oil company to borrow $2 billion from Vitol to fund strategic projects, combining investments in oil infrastructure with support for national logistics needs.
Abu Dhabi’s national oil company has secured a landmark structured financing to accelerate the development of the Hail and Ghasha gas project, while maintaining strategic control over its infrastructure.
Indonesia plans $31bn in investments by 2030 to decarbonise captive power, but remains constrained by coal dependence and uncertainty over international financing.
A drone attack on the Al-Muqrin station paralysed part of Sudan's electricity network, affecting several states and killing two rescuers during a second strike on the burning site.
The Bolivian government eliminates subsidies on petrol and diesel, ending a system in place for twenty years amid budgetary pressure and dwindling foreign currency reserves.
British company BP appoints Meg O'Neill as CEO to lead its strategic refocus on fossil fuels, following the abandonment of its climate ambitions and the early departure of Murray Auchincloss.
Masdar begins commercial operations at a Stockport battery storage unit and announces two more UK projects, part of a £1bn ($1.25bn) plan for 3GWh of BESS capacity.
Poland’s financial watchdog has launched legal proceedings over suspicious transactions involving Energa shares, carried out just before Orlen revealed plans to acquire full ownership.
Gasunie and Thyssengas have signed an agreement to convert existing gas pipelines into hydrogen conduits between the Netherlands and Germany, facilitating integration of Dutch ports with German industrial regions.
The Paris Council awards a €15bn, 25-year contract to Dalkia, a subsidiary of EDF, to operate the capital’s heating network, replacing long-time operator Engie amid political tensions ahead of municipal elections.
The Venezuelan national oil company has confirmed the continuity of its crude exports, as the United States enforces a maritime blockade targeting sanctioned vessels operating around the country.
Independent power producer GreenGo strengthens its portfolio to 193 MW under public schemes, after winning a new 48 MW solar project through the FER X NZIA programme.
Italy awarded over 1.1 gigawatts to 88 solar projects using no Chinese equipment, in a European first, at an average tariff of €66.38/MWh, 17% above previous auctions.
French firm Newheat forms a joint venture with Sunmark Chile to develop large-scale solar thermal heat projects for the mining sector, targeting decarbonisation of copper extraction processes in Chile.
Scatec has begun commercial operation of the second phase of its 120 MW solar project in Mmadinare, marking a strategic step in Botswana’s energy sector.
Origis Energy finalised a $290mn financing with Natixis CIB and Santander for the Swift Air Solar II and III projects, totalling 313 MWdc of installed capacity in Ector County, Texas.
ACWA Power and Bapco Energies signed a joint development agreement for a solar power plant integrated with storage technology in eastern Saudi Arabia, to supply electricity to Bahrain.
The Tilley Solar project, led by Indigenous and private partners, has reached full commissioning, adding 23.6 MW to Alberta's power grid and marking an economic milestone for Alexander First Nation.
Waaree Solar Americas will supply next-generation bifacial modules to Sabancı Renewables for two utility-scale solar plants in Texas, strengthening its presence in the North American market.
A court in Illinois has dismissed a lawsuit filed against ECA Solar, removing legal barriers to the construction of a planned solar facility outside the city limits of Morris.
EDF power solutions acquires a 20% stake in Obelisk, a 1.1GW hybrid solar and storage project in Egypt led by Scatec and Norfund, marking a new milestone in its regional strategy.
Mitsubishi HC Capital Energy and Ecokaku will develop 10 MW of non-subsidised solar power plants annually in Japan, targeting direct contracts with industrial buyers through long-term power purchase agreements.
Canadian company NU E Power plans to fund the development of its solar projects in Lethbridge and feasibility studies in Mongolia, Malaysia, and Africa through a $1.8mn private placement.
Citicore Renewable Energy Corporation signed a PHP3.975bn ($71mn) project finance loan with Bank of the Philippine Islands to accelerate the completion of its 113MW solar power plant in Pangasinan province.
Scatec has signed two shareholder agreements for its 1.1GW hybrid project in Egypt, reducing its economic interest while retaining operational control.
The French subsidiary of Solarwatt has filed for court-ordered restructuring, hit by reduced public subsidies and a downturn in the residential solar segment.
Zelestra sells its Latin American platform to Promigas, including 1.4 GW of operational or under-construction assets and 2.1 GW of advanced-stage projects in Chile, Peru and Colombia.
Over 140 solar sector companies have urged Congress to lift a directive from the Department of the Interior blocking permit approvals, putting hundreds of energy projects in the United States at risk.
Un terminal portuaire en Espagne alliera réfrigération industrielle haute performance et production solaire pour optimiser les coûts énergétiques et les capacités logistiques de PTP Ibérica, avec un démarrage prévu d’ici mi-2026.
