RHODÉ will develop floating HVDC links for deep-water wind farms. The French R&D project will test substations, converter systems, transformers, and dynamic HVDC cables.
PPA negotiations are slowing as buyers and developers diverge. UK renewable deals face pricing, curtailment, and negative pricing pressure.
Reading will install 2,600 on-street electric vehicle charge points. The rollout targets residential areas where homes lack driveway charging access.
Pod has acquired EO Charging to expand depot charging capability. The deal adds fleet software, energy management, and commercial charging expertise.
Treasury reforms could give Parliament stronger powers over energy approvals. The proposals target delays around power plants, wind farms, and grid connections.
Intelligent Energy has joined a UK hydrogen aviation development alliance. The company is developing modular fuel cell systems for aircraft, airport operations, and megawatt-scale aerospace applications.
Orlen has expanded Kleczew into a 250MW solar asset park. The Polish project is built on reclaimed lignite mining land and forms part of a hybrid renewable site.
Statkraft plans major hydropower reinvestment across Norway’s ageing assets portfolio. The 10-year programme includes maintenance, upgrades, new capacity, and flexibility improvements across generation infrastructure.
RWE is adding solar and battery storage at Hambach mine. The German project combines a 16.5MWp solar park with an 80MWh storage facility on former lignite land.
Fastned has secured approval for a 36-bay London charging hub. The Hanger Lane site will provide ultra-rapid 400kW charging and is expected to open in early 2027.