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Kazakhstan remains main market for Russian electricity exports in Jan-Aug

Russian electricity exports remained broadly stable in January-August compared to the same period in 2025, with Kazakhstan continuing to account for the largest share of Russia’s foreign power sales.

Indonesia deepens Africa energy push with Nigeria and Angola talks to secure crude supplies

PT Pertamina (Persero) of Indonesia is pursuing direct crude supplies and energy investments in Nigeria and Angola as it explores upstream assets, refinery participation and a wider African expansion.

Renovatio Solar and Greenvolt Power develop 918 MWh battery storage project in Romania

Renovatio Solar, the EPC division of Romanian energy group Renovatio, has signed a strategic partnership with battery manufacturer CATL for the construction of the 918 MWh Borzești Energy Storage project, the largest so far in Romania.

PPC reportedly in talks to acquire Romanian electronics retailer Flanco

Greek utility group PPC is reportedly in talks to acquire Romanian electro-IT retailer Flanco Smart Discounter. The potential Flanco acquisition would follow a strategy similar to PPC’s purchase of Greek electronics retailer Kotsovolos.

Malaysia secures seat on IAEA Board of Governors for 2026–2028

Malaysia has been elected to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors for the 2026–2028 term

Indonesian president instructs ESDM minister to formulate E50 bioethanol roadmap

Accelerating Indonesia’s transition toward national energy sovereignty, President Prabowo Subianto has instructed Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Bahlil Lahadalia to draft a comprehensive roadmap for the E50 bioethanol programme

Sri Lanka to inaugurate first battery storage system

Sri Lanka will inaugurate its first battery energy storage system (BESS) in Anuradhapura on September 18 as part of efforts to integrate more renewable energy and improve the stability of the national power grid.

India’s Dalmia Bharat expands sustainability operations with new unit

Canadian pension fund buys stake in India’s Azure Power

Regulators at India’s antitrust authority, the Competition Commission of India (CCI), approved the transaction on September 17, 2026, facilitating increased institutional ownership in domestic solar generation capabilities.

China Huaneng powers up $5.9bn Hainan nuclear reactor

China Huaneng Group (600011.SS) launched commercial operations at unit 3 of the Changjiang nuclear power plant in Hainan, the Beijing-based power generator announced.

US backs Thailand study on small modular reactors

The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) has signed an agreement with the US Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) for a feasibility study on deploying US-developed SMR technology.

French firm proposes $327mn nearshore wind project in Vietnam

A consortium formed by Dong Tam Group JSC and French renewable energy company Qair International has proposed the 200-MW Phuc Loc Tho wind power project, with an estimated investment of VND8.507 trillion ($327mn).

Japan's Hitachi Energy to build $528mn transformer plant in US Mississippi

Hitachi Energy will spend $528mn on a new transformer manufacturing plant in Mississippi to serve rising US electricity demand driven by the spread of artificial intelligence.

Chord to sell non-operated Marcellus assets to POSCO for $550mn

US shale player Chord Energy has agreed to sell its entire non-operated position in the Marcellus shale play to POSCO International for $550mn.

Caturus unveils expansion plans for Commonwealth LNG

Privately held Caturus, which is backed by Kimmeridge, unveiled a proposal this week for an expansion of its Commonwealth LNG project on the Louisiana Gulf Coast.

ExxonMobil welcomes Rose carbon storage approval as part of CCS expansion

ExxonMobil has received a permit from Texas regulators for the Rose carbon storage site.

Orlen Lietuva secures three crude cargoes after Saudi supply cuts

Albania approves construction of two solar plants totalling 51.5 MW

Albania's government has approved the construction of two photovoltaic power plants with a combined capacity of 51.5 MW, adding to efforts to expand renewable energy generation.

Colombia industrial output rises 1.5% through July as power sector leads

Colombia’s industrial production increased 1.5% in the first seven months of 2026, led by electricity and gas supply, even as output fell 0.3% year-on-year in July

Oman, Botswana deepen economic ties with deals spanning investment, mining, energy and aviation

During Sultan Haitham bin Tarik’s state visit, Oman and Botswana signed nine agreements and MoUs covering investment, energy, mining, aviation, pharmaceuticals and business cooperation.

Colombia's Ecopetrol bylaws overhaul clears way for full board resets, CEO decision expected next week

Ecopetrol shareholders approved a reform to Article 20 of the company's bylaws on September 15, scrapping a rule that required at least three members of the outgoing board to remain in place

Colombia's Ecopetrol approves government-backed board overhaul

Colombia’s state-controlled oil company Ecopetrol approved a government-backed overhaul of its nine-member board, as the company faces leadership changes and scrutiny over alleged irregularities

Are wars with Iran and Yemen helping boost the global energy transition?

Skiff chases tanker 75 nautical miles east of Yemen's Aden

A skiff chased and tried to intercept a westbound tanker 75 nautical miles east of Aden on September 17, adding to a Gulf of Aden piracy surge that has produced at least 15 attacks this year and left four tankers in pirate hands.

Croatia's Žito Group adds 3.5 MW solar plant at Čepin factory

Croatian food and agriculture group Žito has completed a €3.85mn solar power plant at its Čepin oil factory, adding renewable generation and battery storage as it seeks to reduce electricity costs and reliance on the grid.