EU energy ministers launch geothermal energy push
The Council of the EU called on unlocking financing for geothermal energy, streamlining regulations and a boost to equipment manufacturers
Christian Zinglersen reappointed to lead ACER for next five years
The EU Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER) has extended the mandate of Director Christian Zinglersen through 2029.
Greece cancels third energy storage auction
Greece's third auction for standalone energy storage plants using batteries is cancelled, to be held after clarifying the rules
Global pledge signed to boost energy storage six times to 1.5 TW
The COP29 Global Energy Storage and Grids Pledge calls for increasing capability by six times to 1.5 TW by 2030
HUPX merges into regional power exchange ADEX
ADEX Group completed the merger with Hungarian Power Exchange (HUPX), becoming its sole shareholder. The holding includes BSP and SEEPEX
Akuo raises EUR 194 million through green bonds for energy projects
Akuo sold green bonds worth EUR 194 million to old partners and new institutional investors for green energy plants and storage units
HELLENiQ Energy diversifying oil business with 110 MW solar power purchase
HELLENiQ Energy is moving forward with its effort to evolve from being strictly a refiner and fuel retailer to a wider energy group
Slovenia’s coal phaseout: Coal assets to be separated from electricity utility HSE
The Government of Slovenia will provide EUR 403 million to prevent the bankruptcy of coal power plant Šoštanj and the mine in Velenje