Wales proposes public energy company to turn projects into national assets
The Welsh government is consulting on combining Trydan Gwyrdd Cymru, Ynni Cymru and relevant energy service functions into one publicly owned company. The proposed institution could develop and retain renewable assets, invest alongside communities and support storage, flexibility and local energy systems. Its credibility will depend on access to capital, with a single 100 MW […]
Qualitas Energy buys Cero’s 5.8 GW European renewables platform from Macquarie
Qualitas Energy has agreed to acquire Cero Generation’s core European business from Macquarie, including a 5.8 GW solar and battery portfolio across the UK, Italy and Spain. More than 2 GW is operating, under construction… You must be a Premium Subscriber to read this. You must be a Premium Subscriber to view this content. You […]
India moves to make batteries and grid-forming tech standard for new renewables
Draft rules would require new ground-mounted solar and onshore wind plants commissioned after 1 July 2027 to install co-located storage equal to at least 10% of plant capacity. The minimum duration would start at two… You must be a Premium Subscriber to read this. You must be a Premium Subscriber to view this content. You […]
Northern Endurance Partnership begins offshore pipeline installation in UK CCS milestone
Saipem’s Castorone has begun laying the offshore pipeline for the UK’s first CO₂ transport and storage network. The initial system is designed to store up to four million tonnes annually from 2028, with potential expansion… You must be a Premium Subscriber to read this. You must be a Premium Subscriber to view this content. You […]
Spain seeks permanent EU oil and gas levy to finance climate resilience
Madrid wants a dedicated European adaptation fund backed by a continuing levy on oil and gas profits, charges on luxury aviation and potentially common EU debt. The proposal goes beyond an emergency windfall tax by trying to create a stable, polluter-pays revenue stream for resilience and disaster response. Agreement will be difficult, but the plan […]