
AI’s Gas Impact, Global Solar Hits 10% & Next-Gen Energy Storage
From AI’s growing demand for gas to major clean energy gains in solar, storage, and offshore wind, the global energy landscape continues to evolve quickly. This week’s stories explore the implications of new power plant trends, a fresh solar generation record, a smarter approach to EV charging, Poland’s big wind move, and Duke Energy’s test of next-gen battery tech.

UK–EU Energy Deal Links Carbon Markets, Boosts Clean Tech & Steel Trade
A newly finalised UK–EU agreement is set to deepen cooperation on carbon pricing and emissions trading — delivering major benefits to British industry and enhancing energy security. The announcement comes just as the EU prepares sweeping reviews of its own climate frameworks — changes that could shape carbon costs and industrial competitiveness across the continent and beyond.

QatarEnergy Ramps Up U.S. LNG Push Amid Global Expansion
QatarEnergy is pressing ahead with major energy projects in the United States as part of a broader strategy to secure global supply and deepen long-term partnerships, according to Minister of State for Energy Affairs and QatarEnergy CEO Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi.

Trump Administration Lifts Stop-Work Order on Empire Wind Project
Construction has resumed on the Empire Wind offshore project off the coast of New York after the Trump administration lifted a federal stop-work order that had halted progress for over a month. The move marks a reversal in tone after Equinor, the Norwegian energy company behind the development, had warned of potential legal action over what it previously described as an "unlawful" halt.

Solar Surges in U.S. Power Mix, China’s Emissions Fall & EVs Hit the Spotlight
The IEA’s latest Global EV Outlook explores the accelerating shift to electric mobility worldwide. In the U.S., solar power alone generated over 10% of total electricity last month—overtaking hydro. New analysis reveals electrification potential in industry may be far greater than previously believed, while China records its first emissions drop due to clean energy growth.

Centrica Urges Support to Keep Major UK Gas Storage Site Open
Centrica CEO Chris O'Shea has issued a stark warning over the future of the Rough gas storage facility, the UK’s largest, located off the coast of East Yorkshire. In a recent interview, O'Shea said the site could face closure without government backing — a move that would carry major risks for both energy security and the country’s transition to green energy.

Trump vs. Clean Energy: Offshore Wind at Center of Legal and Political Fight
The Trump administration has reignited its battle with the U.S. clean energy sector, with offshore wind emerging as the central battleground. One of President Donald Trump’s first executive actions after returning to the White House in January was to sign a memorandum withdrawing all areas of the Outer Continental Shelf from offshore wind leasing.

Great British Energy Bill Passed: UK Launches Public Clean Power Company
Britain’s landmark legislation to establish a publicly owned energy company has officially passed through Parliament, marking a major milestone in the government’s clean energy strategy. The new entity, Great British Energy, is designed to accelerate the rollout of homegrown renewable power, cut bills, and boost energy security and jobs across the country.

Methane Fixes, Solar Parking & African Growth
From methane measures that could have eased global gas markets, to Elon Musk putting solar in galactic perspective, this week’s energy updates span policy shifts, solar milestones, and project consequences. France’s bold rooftop solar law, Africa’s solar surge, and a look at the fallout from Ørsted’s Hornsea 4 withdrawal round out this global energy snapshot.

Ørsted Halts Hornsea 4 Project Citing Costs and Execution Risks
Danish energy giant Ørsted has announced it will no longer proceed with the 2.4 GW Hornsea 4 offshore wind farm in its current form. The company cited a combination of worsening market conditions, including continued supply chain cost increases, higher interest rates, and greater execution risk for projects of this scale.

National Wealth Fund Backs Grid Upgrade for Renewables
The UK’s clean energy ambitions hinge on a power grid capable of handling and distributing vast amounts of renewable electricity. A new £600 million investment from the National Wealth Fund into ScottishPower’s transmission projects highlights the critical role of grid upgrades in decarbonising the nation’s energy system.

Clean Power Tops 30%, Texas Battery Boom & U.S. Solar Canal
Clean energy continues to build momentum in 2025. Solar, wind, and hydro now account for more than 30% of global electricity, marking a new milestone in the energy transition. Meanwhile, Texas batteries are transforming grid operations, Arizona is pioneering solar-covered canals, and new data supports the long-term performance of EV batteries.

Trump’s 2026 Budget Proposes Cuts to Clean Energy and Climate Programs
President Trump’s proposed federal budget for fiscal year 2026 marks a sweeping shift away from clean energy, slashing funding for renewables, electric vehicles, and climate programs while doubling down on fossil fuel production.

US and Ukraine Sign Landmark Resource Deal with Strategic Energy Focus
The United States and Ukraine have signed a major agreement that lays the foundation for long-term economic cooperation built around Ukraine’s vast natural resource base. At the heart of the deal is a jointly managed Reconstruction Investment Fund that will collect and reinvest profits from future development of Ukrainian-owned energy and mineral assets.

Massive Power Outage Hits Spain and Portugal, Sparks State of Emergency
On April 28, 2025, a sudden and severe power outage swept across Spain, Portugal, and parts of southern France, disrupting daily life for millions and prompting Spain to declare a national state of emergency.

Europe’s EV Boom, China’s Nuclear Push & AI’s Impact on Solar
Europe’s EV market sets a new record to kick off 2025, while China moves ahead with a major new wave of nuclear projects. We also explore how AI is speeding up solar construction, ambitious plans to transition the world to 100% renewables, and a fresh look at the global mining giants shaping the future of energy.

World Leaders at London Summit Declare "New Era" for Global Energy Security
The Future of Energy Security Summit concluded at Lancaster House in London this week, marking a major moment of international cooperation as leaders from 60 governments and more than 50 global energy companies gathered to chart a path for securing the world’s evolving energy systems.

UK Unveils £300 Million Boost for Clean Energy Supply Chain
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced a fast-tracked £300 million investment into the UK’s offshore wind supply chains, aiming to spark a new wave of clean energy manufacturing and job creation across the country’s industrial heartlands.

UK Nuclear Push, Battery Circularity & IEA Innovation Tracker
Energy innovation is on the move—from exploding coal plants to expanding nuclear ambitions and tracking clean tech breakthroughs. This week’s stories spotlight battery circularity, Ukraine’s vast mineral wealth, and a new tool for measuring innovation progress.

Powering AI: How the World Will Keep Up with Soaring Data Centre Demand
As artificial intelligence reshapes industries and societies, the need for electricity to power data centres is rising fast. A new report from the International Energy Agency (IEA) shows that supplying power to these facilities will require more than 1,000 TWh annually by 2030 — more than double today's levels.