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BP Commences Gas Flow from Greater Tortue Ahmeyim Phase 1, Advancing Energy Production in Mauritania and Senegal

(IN BRIEF) BP has begun the first gas flow from the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) Phase 1 project, located offshore Mauritania and Senegal. This significant step in one of Africa’s deepest and most complex gas developments marks the project’s move … Read the full press release

Equinor Secures Over USD 3 Billion Financing for Empire Wind 1 Project in U.S.

(IN BRIEF) Equinor has secured over USD 3 billion in financing for its Empire Wind 1 offshore wind project in the U.S., with financial close reached in December 2024. The project, which will power 500,000 homes in New York by … Read the full press release

EIB Provides €700 Million in Loans to Support EDP’s Renewable Energy and Power Grid Expansion Projects

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has granted €700 million in loans to EDP SA to advance renewable energy and modernize power grids in southern Europe. A €500 million loan will help EDP Renewables deploy 1,943 MW of solar … Read the full press release

BAE Systems Leads Stratospheric Breakthrough with PHASA-35 Solar-Powered Aircraft

(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems’ PHASA-35, a solar-powered High Altitude Pseudo Satellite (HAPS), has successfully completed a series of test flights at Spaceport America, New Mexico, reaching altitudes of over 66,000 feet and demonstrating rapid reusability by relaunching within two days. … Read the full press release

Volkswagen Group and PowerCo Partner with Patriot Battery Metals to Secure Lithium Supply for EV Battery Production

(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen Group and PowerCo have partnered with Patriot Battery Metals to secure a long-term supply of lithium for EV battery production. Volkswagen is investing $48 million for a 9.9% equity stake in Patriot and has signed a 10-year … Read the full press release

Wood Achieves $920 Million in Contracts Across Middle East, Driving Energy Transition and Local Talent Development

(IN BRIEF) Wood achieved a record-breaking $920 million in contracts across the Middle East in 2024, covering key markets like Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and the UAE. Projects include pre-FEED work for Aramco, integrated design and construction support for TotalEnergies, and … Read the full press release

Gasum Expands Biogas Refueling Network with New Station in Joensuu, Finland

(IN BRIEF) Gasum is expanding its biogas refueling network by acquiring a filling station in Joensuu, Finland, from Wega Group. The station, set to be fully operated by Gasum starting January 2025, currently offers compressed biogas (CBG) for passenger and … Read the full press release

AFRY Secures Framework Agreement to Support Norwegian Nuclear Decommissioning Agency

(IN BRIEF) AFRY has secured a framework agreement with the Norwegian Nuclear Decommissioning agency (NND) to provide project and programme management services, aiding NND in the safe decommissioning of nuclear facilities and nuclear waste disposal. The four-year agreement, with a … Read the full press release

Edison Partners with Landis+Gyr to Launch Innovative e-Mobility Platform in Italy

(IN BRIEF) Edison, a leading energy provider with over 140 years of experience, has launched a new e-Mobility app and platform powered by Landis+Gyr’s OCEAN EV Charging Software. This platform provides access to over 30,000 charging stations across Italy, enhancing … Read the full press release

Neste Expands Sustainable Feedstock Offering with Co-Processed Neste RE for Polymers and Chemicals

(IN BRIEF) Neste has introduced co-processed Neste RE, a new renewable feedstock for the polymers and chemicals industry. Produced by co-processing renewable raw materials like used cooking oil with fossil crude oil at its Porvoo refinery, this feedstock offers a … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank Provides €243 Million Green Loan to ERG Group for Renewable Energy Expansion in Europe

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has provided a €243 million green loan to ERG Group to support renewable energy projects in Italy, France, and Germany as part of ERG’s 2024-2026 Business Plan. The financing will fund three greenfield … Read the full press release

Lightsource bp Begins Construction on Major Australian Renewable Energy Projects, Advancing the Nation’s Energy Transition

(IN BRIEF) Lightsource bp has commenced construction on two major renewable energy projects in Australia: the 585MWdc Goulburn River solar farm in New South Wales and the Woolooga Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Queensland. The Goulburn River project, one … Read the full press release

Expro Secures $10 Million Contract for Advanced Well Decommissioning Solution

(IN BRIEF) Expro has secured a $10 million contract to provide an integrated well decommissioning solution, combining advanced subsea safety systems and surface processing technology. Using its Aberdeen hub, Expro will deliver a surface fluid management package and its 7-3/8” … Read the full press release

50Hertz Pioneers Baltic Sea’s First 2 GW Offshore Grid Connection with GE Vernova and Drydocks World

(IN BRIEF) 50Hertz has partnered with GE Vernova and Drydocks World to deliver the Ostwind 4 offshore grid connection, the first in the Baltic Sea to use 2 GW/525 kV direct current (DC) technology. The project will connect an offshore … Read the full press release

DSV Unveils Renewable Energy Facility in Sweden to Drive Sustainable Logistics and Decarbonization

(IN BRIEF) DSV has launched its first renewable energy facilities at its Landskrona, Sweden warehouse, featuring over 100,000 square meters of rooftop solar panels generating 14 MWp of energy. The facility, capable of powering itself, charging electric vehicles, and supplying … Read the full press release

Alterric Partners with Nordex Group for 56 MW Chalkidiki Wind Farm, Marking First Deployment of N175/6.X Turbines in Greece

(IN BRIEF) Alterric, a major renewable energy producer, has partnered with the Nordex Group to install nine N175/6.X wind turbines at the 56 MW Chalkidiki wind farm in northern Greece. This project marks the first use of Nordex’s N175/6.X turbines … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies Sells 50% Stake in West Burton Energy to EPUKI, Forming Joint Venture for Flexible Power Operations in the UK

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies has sold 50% of its shares in West Burton Energy to EPUKI, the UK subsidiary of EPH, forming a joint venture to operate the 1.3 GW gas-fired power plant and 49 MW battery storage system. The partnership … Read the full press release

Shell Announces Final Investment Decision for Bonga North Deep-Water Project, Advancing Nigeria’s Offshore Energy Development

(IN BRIEF) Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo), a subsidiary of Shell plc, has approved the final investment decision for the Bonga North project, a deep-water oil and gas development off Nigeria’s coast. The project, which ties into … Read the full press release

InvestEU-backed initiative offers businesses in Finland access to affordable financing for energy efficiency and clean technology

(IN BRIEF) Finnish companies will gain access to over €400 million in financing for green and digital transformations through a partnership between Nordea Bank and the European Investment Fund (EIF). Backed by the InvestEU programme, the agreement provides SMEs and … Read the full press release

NIB Supports Hydropower Expansion in Norway with EUR 42.8 Million Loan to SKL

(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) has signed a 7-year EUR 42.8 million loan agreement with Sunnhordland Kraftlag AS (SKL) to finance the modernization of the Løkjelsvatnet hydropower plant in Etne, Norway. Completed in October, the upgrade doubled the … Read the full press release