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Morocco to Enhance Maritime Infrastructure with New Deepwater Ports

Morocco to Enhance Maritime Infrastructure with New Deepwater Ports

Morocco is set to expand its maritime infrastructure by constructing two major deepwater ports, one on the Mediterranean and another on the Atlantic. The Nador West Med port, located on the Mediterranean coast, is expected to become operational in the second half of 2026. This facility will include Morocco's first liquefied natural gas terminal and is part of the country's strategy to transition from coal to natural gas and renewables. Additionally, a $1 billion port in Dakhla, situated in the disputed Western Sahara region, is scheduled to open in 2028. This port will serve as a gateway for landlocked Sahel nations to access global trade.
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Japan's Offshore Wind Sector Remains Viable Amid Reforms

Japan's Offshore Wind Sector Remains Viable Amid Reforms

The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) has released a report indicating that Japan's offshore wind sector remains viable despite recent challenges. The report highlights the withdrawal of Mitsubishi from several projects due to increased costs and financial impairments. However, legislative reforms in Japan are strengthening the bankability of offshore wind projects. These reforms include allowing bids to index inflation, increasing bid bonds, and enhancing scoring criteria. Additionally, Japan aims to increase local content in projects to over 65% by 2040, which could bolster the domestic supply chain and project viability.
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NextEra Energy Expands AI-Powered Data Centers and Clean Energy Initiatives

NextEra Energy Expands AI-Powered Data Centers and Clean Energy Initiatives

NextEra Energy Expands AI-Powered Data Centers and Clean Energy Initiatives
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Eastern Shipbuilding Group Completes Conversion of Service Operation Vessel for Hornbeck Offshore

Eastern Shipbuilding Group Completes Conversion of Service Operation Vessel for Hornbeck Offshore

Eastern Shipbuilding Group Completes Conversion of Service Operation Vessel for Hornbeck Offshore
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UK Energy Sector Achieves Record Wind Power Generation, Reducing Fossil Fuel Dependence

UK Energy Sector Achieves Record Wind Power Generation, Reducing Fossil Fuel Dependence

The UK has achieved a significant milestone in its renewable energy sector, with wind power generation reaching a new record. According to the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU), the UK has saved £30 billion on fossil fuel imports over the past 25 years due to its investment in wind energy. The country now hosts over 2,870 offshore wind turbines, generating 16.1GW of capacity. This achievement has reduced the UK's reliance on coal and gas imports by 10% and 4%, respectively, since 2000. The UK government aims to further increase its renewable energy capacity, with plans to add 7.5GW of offshore wind by 2027 and an additional 22GW by 2030.
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India Plans No New Coal Power Capacity Beyond 2035 Amid Energy Transition

India Plans No New Coal Power Capacity Beyond 2035 Amid Energy Transition

India has announced that it does not plan to add new coal power generation capacity beyond 2035, according to a top power ministry official. The decision aligns with India's broader energy strategy to secure its energy requirements while transitioning to cleaner energy sources. Currently, India aims to maintain a coal capacity of 307 gigawatts by 2035. The country is also focusing on increasing its non-fossil fuel capacity to 500 gigawatts by 2030. This move comes as India faces challenges integrating surplus clean energy into its grid, which has led to reduced coal-fired generation in recent months.
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Indian Government Denies Lending Freeze on Green Energy Projects Amid Solar Manufacturing Push

Indian Government Denies Lending Freeze on Green Energy Projects Amid Solar Manufacturing Push

The Union Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) in India has clarified that there are no lending restrictions on green energy projects, countering recent media reports suggesting a freeze. The ministry emphasized that it has not issued any advisory to banks or financial institutions to halt funding for renewable energy projects or green equipment manufacturing. Instead, the MNRE has shared detailed data with financial institutions to aid in informed decision-making regarding loan proposals. This data includes information on domestic manufacturing capacities across various segments of the solar PV manufacturing chain. The government remains committed to making India a global hub for solar manufacturing, supported by initiatives like the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for high-efficiency solar modules.
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Equinor's Rio Energy Launches First Hybrid Power Complex in Brazil

Equinor's Rio Energy Launches First Hybrid Power Complex in Brazil

Equinor, through its Brazilian subsidiary Rio Energy, has commenced commercial power production at the Serra da Babilônia Solar facility in Brazil. This marks the first hybrid asset in Equinor's power portfolio, combining 140 MW of solar and 223 MW of wind capacity. The hybrid project leverages the complementary nature of solar and wind resources to reduce intermittency and enhance grid stability. The facility is strategically co-located with the existing Serra da Babilônia Wind, sharing infrastructure to achieve cost efficiencies. The annual production from the solar facility is estimated at 236 GWh, equivalent to the consumption of 143,000 Brazilian households. The energy produced will be sold in the Brazilian power market by Equinor's trading arm, Danske Commodities.
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Seaway7 Secures Contract for BC-Wind Offshore Project in Poland, Enhancing Polish Renewable Energy Goals

Seaway7 Secures Contract for BC-Wind Offshore Project in Poland, Enhancing Polish Renewable Energy Goals

Seaway7, a subsidiary of Subsea7, has been awarded a significant contract by Ocean Winds for the BC-Wind offshore wind project located in the Baltic Sea, approximately 23 kilometers off the Polish coast. The project involves the transport and installation of 26 transition pieces and an offshore substation, with offshore activities expected to begin in 2027. The BC-Wind site will feature 26 wind turbine generators and, upon completion, will have a total capacity of up to 390 megawatts. This capacity is projected to supply clean electricity to nearly half a million households in Poland. Stuart Fitzgerald, CEO of Seaway7, expressed enthusiasm about contributing to Poland's offshore wind targets, marking this as the company's third contract in the Polish market.
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India's MNRE Clarifies No Halt on Renewable Energy Financing Amid Overcapacity Concerns

India's MNRE Clarifies No Halt on Renewable Energy Financing Amid Overcapacity Concerns

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) in India has clarified that it has not issued any advisory to halt or pause financing for renewable energy projects. This clarification comes amid reports suggesting that financial institutions were advised to stop lending due to overcapacity concerns. As of October 2025, India's installed capacity from non-fossil sources is approximately 259 GW, with significant growth in solar PV manufacturing. The MNRE aims to make India self-reliant in solar PV manufacturing and a major player in the global value chain. The ministry is encouraging financial institutions to expand their portfolios to include upstream stages of solar PV manufacturing, such as solar cells and polysilicon, rather than focusing solely on solar module manufacturing.
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Graham to Construct £45M Health Building for University of East London, Aiming for Net-Zero Carbon Campus

Graham to Construct £45M Health Building for University of East London, Aiming for Net-Zero Carbon Campus

Graham has been awarded a contract to build a £45 million academic facility for the University of East London (UEL) as part of a £170 million redevelopment of its Stratford campus. The New Academic Building will serve as a center for healthcare and medical education, marking the first phase of UEL's Stratford Health Campus project. Construction is set to begin in early 2026, with completion targeted for summer 2027. The building, designed by Metropolitan Workshop, aims to achieve BREEAM Outstanding certification and will feature sustainable technologies such as cross-laminated timber and renewable energy systems. This development is part of UEL's ambition to create a net-zero carbon campus and will include practice centers and a prototype primary care unit to support medical education and community health services.
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Trump Administration's Policy Shift Undermines U.S. Renewable Energy Growth

Trump Administration's Policy Shift Undermines U.S. Renewable Energy Growth

The Trump administration has reversed federal support for renewable energy projects, impacting the U.S. renewable industry. This policy shift includes the cancellation of over $426 million in federal grants for renewable energy projects, such as the offshore wind turbines planned off the coast of California. The administration's stance is to roll back what it terms the 'Green Energy Scam' and promote energy sources like natural gas, nuclear, and coal. This contrasts sharply with China's aggressive investment in renewable energy, which has positioned it as a global leader in the sector. China's renewable energy growth is supported by strategic investments and policy consistency, leading to significant economic contributions from wind, solar, and battery technologies.