Shell reduces its first-quarter LNG Production Outlook
Shell has lowered its outlook for first-quarter LNG production in a trading report on Monday. It cited the impact of bad Australian weather, before publishing results on May 2nd. The British company forecasted that the LNG production would be between 6.4 and 6.8 millions metric tons. This is a decrease from its previous forecasts of 6.6 to 7.2 tons.
Colombia's Ecopetrol resumes Cano Sur and Rubiales field operation
Ecopetrol, Colombia's state energy company, announced on Friday that it had begun to resume oil field operations in Rubiales and Cano Sur after reaching an agreement with the local Indigenous association which had blocked the area. According to the company, the two oilfields, located in the Meta province near the city of Puerto Gaitan…
Israeli Firm Gets Final Permit for US Wave Energy Demo
Eco Wave Power, an onshore wave energy technology company, has received a final permit for the construction and demonstration of its wave energy technology in San Pedro, California.The Revocable Permit 25-05 by the Port of Los Angeles was executed on behalf of the Executive Director, Eugene D. Seroka on March 27…
Gas giants claim that Australia's opposition plan to reserve supplies may worsen the shortage
Gas giants around the world said that a proposal made by Australia's coalition of opposition to force producers to divert more gas from exports into the domestic market in an attempt to win votes would discourage investment and not solve the looming gas shortages. The conservative Liberal-National Coalition has pledged to lower power bills by implementing a gas reservations scheme.
Finland's final active coal-fired heat and power plant closes
The last coal-fired heat and power plant in Finland will be permanently shut down on Tuesday. This will allow the Helsinki energy group Helen, which is based in Helsinki, to reduce its emissions, and end rising energy prices for its customers. The capacity of Finland to produce renewable energy and heat, including wind and solar power, has grown rapidly over the last few years.
Australia pours billions into missile procurement amidst global shortages
Australia's plans for developing its own missile component capability will likely be slowed by the Ukraine war and increased European defense spending, even though it is pushing ahead with a multi-billion dollar effort to purchase long-range attack missiles. Last year, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese committed A$74 billion (46.68 billion dollars) for missile acquisition.
Finland's Fortum explores options for long-term nuclear power
Fortum, a Finnish utility, said Monday that it would focus on renewable energy sources and nuclear life extension to meet the growing demand for electricity. It will also continue to explore long-term options such as new nuclear generation or pumped hydro. He added that the Nordics will meet this new demand by combining onshore solar and wind power with storage and flexibility solutions…
Equinor, Norway's largest oil company, scales back its climate ambitions due to wind change
Equinor, the Norwegian energy company, has weakened its plan for energy transition as it struggles with delivering on promises to invest in renewable energy technologies and low-carbon technology. It cited practical difficulties and shifts in political priorities. In 2022, the oil and gas producer laid out short and medium term steps to achieve net zero emission…
German energy transition could cost 300 billion euros less with greater efficiency, according to a study
According to a report released by the Boston Consulting Group on Thursday, Germany could save over 300 billion euros (326.49 billion dollars) by 2035 if it implements the energy transition in a more efficient manner. Germany will spend hundreds of millions of euros in the next few years to transition towards cleaner energy sources, with a goal of being carbon neutral by 2045.
Dutch Firms Cement Offshore Wind Collaboration
Offshore engineering specialist Enersea and EPCI management expert IX Renewables have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to enhance collaboration in the offshore wind sector.IX Renewables specializes in EPCI management, offering technical, commercial, and legal expertise for offshore wind developments. Enersea brings deep technical knowledge in offshore wind engineering…
Crown Castle sells fiber assets in an $8.5 billion deal to two entities
Crown Castle announced on Thursday that it would sell its fiber and small cells businesses to two entities for $8.5 billion, following the activist investor Elliott Investment Management's push. The fiber company announced that it would sell its fiber solutions and small cell business to Zayo Group Holdings for $4.25 Billion each.
Nigeria launches $500 Million Fund for Solar Energy
Nigeria launched a $500-million fund on Thursday to attract private investment in order to increase solar energy and supplement the country's aging power grid. At the Sustainable Energy for All Global Forum held in Barbados, it was announced that DRE Nigeria Fund - which stands for Distributed Renewable Energy or electricity generated from renewable sources - would be launched.
Terabase Energy receives $130 Million to expand solar technology
Terabase Energy, a solar technology company, announced Thursday that it had secured funding from SoftBank of $130 millions to scale up its technology for large projects. Terabase Energy now has a total of $200 million in funding, making it the largest funding round in its history. The amount raised by the company was not disclosed.
Tata Power, India's Tata Energy unit, is exploring a $5.6 billion investment in clean energy in Andhra Pradesh
Tata Power Renewables Energy Ltd. (TPREL), an Indian company, said it was exploring the possibility of setting up seven gigawatts of green energy in Andhra Pradesh's southern state for a total investment of 490 billion Indian Rupees ($5.63billion). TPREL is a Tata Power unit that looks at clean energy projects, including solar, hybrid and wind, with or without storing solutions.
The price of gas in Europe has recovered from a new 5-month low
The European wholesale gas price at the TTF hub has rebounded after dropping to its lowest level in 5 months early in trade, amid protests against gas infrastructure in Ukraine. LSEG data shows that the benchmark front-month contract for the Dutch TTF Hub rose to 39.94 Euros per megawatt hour or MWh, or $12.71/mmBtu at 09:39 GMT. It traded at 36.45 Euros/MWh earlier on Friday.
The benchmark Dutch gas price has fallen on EU's Ukraine gas transport push
Dutch wholesale gas fell below 40 euro ($43.31), for the first time in this year, after news broke that European leaders were set to ask EU authorities and Kyiv intensify their talks to resolve an end to Russian gas transiting through Ukraine. By 1606 GMT, the benchmark front-month contract for the Dutch TTF hub had fallen by 2.15 euros to 38.85 euros/MWh, or $12.26/mmBtu.
GE Vernova signs deal to support Amazon's data center expansion
The renewable energy company GE Vernova announced on Tuesday that it had signed an agreement with Amazon’s cloud services to support its data center expansion plans. GE Vernova stated that the agreement with Amazon Web Services would help address global energy demand and improve grid security, reliability, and carbon emissions.
Shell restructures its executive team; integrated gas and upstream director departs
Shell announced on Tuesday that Zoe Yujnovich will be leaving the company at the end this month, after spending more than a decade working for the oil giant. Shell's leadership structure has been simplified by the appointment of Cederic Crémers as president of Integrated Gas, and Peter Costello to lead Upstream. Shell has a strategy of streamlining its senior management structure.
President of COP30 says that China may need to take a more active role in climate change.
Andre Aranha Correa do Lago, the COP30 president-designate, said that China plays a crucial role in combating climate change. Other countries may also look to China for leadership in this field. Correa do Lago, when asked about China's role in climate change as the United States pulls back from its efforts, said…
Baker Hughes and Frontier Infrastructure form a carbon capture partnership
Baker Hughes announced on Monday a partnership between Frontier Infrastructure and the United States' largest carbon capture and storage solutions (CCS). Oilfield Services provider adds that it will provide technology solutions for carbon capture projects, power generation and datacenters. Baker Hughes announced that it will leverage key technologies in well design…
