Ukraine has expanded renewable support while advancing EU market integration. A new Energy Community assessment also records a 1.5GW-plus generation tender and more than 200 electricity-market alignment measures.
Electromontaj has completed Romania’s first two transmission-level STATCOM installations early. The ±150MVAr systems at Sibiu Sud and Bradu add dynamic voltage control as renewable penetration increases.
NSW proposes electricity reforms for a 28GW data-centre connection pipeline. The measures would change connection planning, network cost recovery, and demand obligations as proposed loads exceed existing system assumptions.
Litgrid has opened procurement for Lithuania’s largest electricity substation project. Gižai will introduce 220kV operation to Lithuania’s transmission system and connect the planned 700MW Harmony Link with Poland.
Arevon has started operations at its four-hour Nighthawk battery project. The 300MW/1,200MWh California facility is now the company’s largest standalone storage asset and operates under a long-term PG&E agreement.
BW ESS has acquired Yanco’s ready-to-build four-hour battery storage project. Construction of the 250MW/1,000MWh system is due to begin later in 2026 ahead of commercial operation in 2028.
NextEnergy UK has acquired three commissioned battery storage projects outright. The 107MW/151MWh portfolio spans Maldon, Loudwater, and Basildon, adding operating assets with Capacity Market contracts to its growing storage exposure.
Mullafarry’s revised battery scheme has secured planning consent in Mayo. The 80MW/320MWh design allows up to 64 battery units beside SSE’s 104MW Tawnaghmore Power Station, subject to a final investment decision.
RWE has brought transmission infrastructure into its core investment programme. Its 55% indirect Amprion holding now sits alongside 10.3GW of generation under construction and €42 billion of planned net investment through 2031.
Government has named 43 transmission projects for bill discounts today. Eligible households near qualifying infrastructure could receive £250 annually for ten years once construction and legislative conditions are met.