Sources say that Tesla's former China plant head will join renewable energy company Envision
Two sources with knowledge of the situation said that Tesla's former China Plant Manager is expected to join Chinese renewable energy company Envision. One source said that Song Gang, who announced Wednesday his departure from Tesla, will be taking on supply chain management duties for Envision. Envision and Song didn't immediately respond to separate comments. Tesla did not reply to a question about Song's departure.
The spot price rises on the drop in wind and nuclear demand, as well as higher French demand
European power prices rose Thursday as the main wind producer Germany was expected to experience a sharp drop in wind production output, and French nuclear availability fell sharply. LSEG's analysis painted a positive picture. It noted that the demand for electric heating in France was increasing as temperatures dropped. The French day-ahead baseload electricity gained 45.5% since the close of trade, reaching 80 euros ($83.34 per megawatt-hour) by 0945 GMT.
Denmark Issues Offshore Wind Permit
The Danish Energy Agency has granted a construction permit for 240-megawatt (MW) Jammerland Bugt offshore wind farm, which is expected to start operating in 2029, developer European Energy said on Tuesday.The project is located in the Bay of Jammerland, on the western side of the island of Zealand.The offshore wind farm is expected to produce power equating the electricity consumption of around 240…
Spot prices fall on forecast of strong wind supply
The European spot electricity prices fell on Wednesday as the wind supply is expected to increase throughout the region and demand to fall in France due to warmer temperatures. LSEG data show that the German baseload day-ahead power dropped 38.2% at 0923 GMT to 57.75 Euros per Megawatt Hour (MWh). LSEG data shows that the equivalent French contract is down by 40.5%, at 59.5 Euro/MWh. According to LSEG analyst Francisco Gaspar Machado…
French and Benelux stocks: Factors to watch
Here are some company news and stories that could impact the markets in France and Benelux or even individual stocks. TotalEnergies French oil giant Total Energies has sold half of its shares in the UK's West Burton Energy Gas Power Plant to Epuki. Vallourec French steel tube maker Vallourec has announced that it will sell a significant majority of the production facility in Dusseldorf-Rath to CTP, for 155 millions euros. The transaction should close by the end of 2024.
Nuclear roadblock to EU's new renewable energy target
On Monday, pro-nuclear countries expressed their opposition to the European Union's plans for a renewable energy goal. They said they would not support a goal which excluded atomic energy. Nuclear power is a controversial energy source that has caused political disagreements among the 27 EU member states. These disputes have delayed recent EU initiatives to reduce energy prices and to drive Europe's shift to low-carbon sources of energy.
Oil rises by 1% in a 3-week period as sanctions on Russia and Iran increase
The price of oil rose by about 1% on Friday to a record high for three weeks, as a result of expectations that additional sanctions against Russia and Iran would tighten up supplies. Lower interest rates in Europe or the U.S. may also boost the demand for fuel. . U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude (WTI), which is a blend of oil from Texas and Louisiana, rose by 79 cents or 1.1% at $70.81. Both crudes were heading for their highest closings since November 22.
German wind energy forecast to increase sharply on Monday
On Friday, European prompt power prices were untraded for Monday on the expectation of an increase in wind power supplies throughout the region. In Germany, levels are expected to be nine times higher. LSEG data shows that the German and French baseload contracts for Monday were not traded at 1034 GMT. LSEG data indicated that the German wind power output is expected to increase by 42.2 gigawatts on Monday, to 47.8 GW. The French wind power output should gain 2.7 GW up to 4.1 GW.
Spot prices are affected by higher wind forecasts
European prompt electricity prices fell on Friday, as wind power supplies are expected to increase in Germany while demand is forecast to decline. LSEG data revealed that the German baseload electricity contract for Friday had fallen 39.1% to 195 euros ($204.96 per megawatt-hour (MWh). The French equivalent contract fell 2.3% to 17 euros/MWh. LSEG data indicated that the German wind power production was expected to increase by 3.1 gigawatts to 5.7 GW…
Low wind and cold weather prompts prices to be at their highest level in two years
The European power market saw a new high of two years on Wednesday, amid cold temperatures and low wind supplies. LSEG's analysis showed that the demand for electricity in the region was increasing, while wind and gas generation declined. However, solar and coal production was on the rise. At 0850 GMT the French baseload day-ahead was up 12.8% to 190 euros ($199.65). This is the highest since December 2022.
French and Benelux stocks: Factors to watch
Here are some company news and stories that could impact the markets in France and Benelux or even individual stocks. ARGAN: French firm Argan published a new outlook on Tuesday and forecasts a net debt ratio of 8x to EBITDA by the end 2025. COLRUYT - The Belgian retailer Colruyt reported on Tuesday a decline in revenue of 5.4 billion euro for the first six months of its fiscal year. It also announced that its subsidiary Jims had acquired the NRG Fitness chain.
Document shows EU is looking to geothermal energy in its drive for energy security
A draft EU document revealed that the European Union plans to promote geothermal power as it searches for ways to replace Russian natural gas and lower energy prices. According to a draft document, the 27 EU member states will endorse geothermal power for the first-time at the meeting of EU energy Ministers in Brussels, next week. They will also ask the European Commission to develop a plan that will be adopted by the entire bloc to kickstart projects.
Wind supply increases, resulting in a decrease in spot prices
The European prompt power price for Monday was untraded Friday, on the expectation of a rising wind supply across the board. This was slightly offset by a higher consumption expectation as temperatures fell. At 0942 GMT, the German and French baseload electricity contracts for Monday had not been traded. LSEG data indicated that German wind power production was expected Monday to increase by 2.3 gigawatts to 37.6 GW. French wind power was expected to grow 6 GW to 15 GW.
More wind and lower demand causes spot prices to fall
European power prices fell on Thursday, as the main German market was expected to have more wind energy and demand in the area had slowed down ahead of the weekend. LSEG data shows that German baseload power for the day ahead was 17.1% lower at 87 Euros ($91.69), while still remaining at multiple-week highs. The French equivalent contract was not traded but the settlement indicated a significant drop from its previous 108 euros.
HMC Capital, based in Australia, will buy Neoen’s Victoria portfolio at a price of $612 million
HMC Capital, an Australian asset manager, announced on Thursday that it would buy the renewable energy generation portfolio and storage in Victoria from France-based Neoen for A$950,000,000 ($611.61million). HMC stated that the portfolio will be a great addition to their energy transition platform. It includes four operational assets, each with a capacity of 652 megawatts (MW), and six development assets, with a combined capacity of over 2,800 MW.
Wind supply is expected to surge, prompting a reduction in wind levels.
The European spot power price fell on Wednesday from its highs as there was more wind forecast in the coming days and the demand in the area eased.LSEG analyst Francisco Gaspar Machado talked about "higher outputs of wind energy, aided with lower consumption and greater solar outputs."LSEG data shows that French baseload power for the day ahead was down 27.5% at 108 Euros ($113.31), remaining at highs of several weeks…
Total closing in on 2 bln euro deal for renewables developer VSB, Bloomberg reports
Bloomberg News reported that TotalEnergies, a French oil giant, is on the verge of acquiring renewable developer VSB Group. The deal will cost about 2 billion euro ($2,10 billion). TotalEnergies has declined to comment. VSB Group, Partners Group and TotalEnergies did not respond to comments immediately. VSB sells electricity to its clients and builds wind, solar and battery projects in Germany, Italy and France. The French oil major has steadily increased its green portfolio.
French spot prices rise due to increased demand and lower wind supply
The French prompt electricity prices increased on Monday due to the expectation of increasing demand and reduced wind output. LSEG data shows that the price of French baseload electricity for Tuesday at 0926 GMT was 132.25 Euros ($139.09 per megawatt-hour (MWh), up 29.7% compared to Friday's price for Monday's delivery. German day-ahead electricity was 139 euros/MWh. LSEG data revealed that the Monday contract had not been traded on Friday.
On Monday, temperatures and wind supply are expected to increase.
On Friday, European prompt power rates for Monday were not traded due to the expectation of a higher wind power supply in the region as well as a lower demand because temperatures are expected to increase. At 1207 GMT, the German and French baseload electricity contracts for Monday had not been traded. LSEG data indicated that the German wind output is expected to increase by 17 gigawatts on Monday, to 25,8 GW. The French wind output should gain 1.3 GW up to 7.3 GW.
The German wind is downturning and the temperature is dropping.
The European immediate power prices rose on Thursday as a result of the forecasts that German wind production volumes would plummet, and because colder weather is on its way in France. Riccardo Paraviero, LSEG analyst, said: "Tomorrow’s outlook is bullish. LSEG data show that the German baseload power for the day ahead was 50% higher at 145.5 Euros ($153.40), a record high in two weeks, at 0905 GMT. The French equivalent contract increased by 9.3% to 114.8 euros/MWh.
