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Nigeria's President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to address African Energy Week 2025, Invest in African Energies, as the country undergoes sweeping oil, gas, and energy sector reforms. These reforms have already attracted over $8 billion in new investments, positioning Nigeria as one of Africa's most
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The Iowa Utilities Commission has issued a regulatory update indicating that MidAmerican Energy Company will commence collecting a 1% franchise fee from natural gas customers located within the corporate limits of Minburn, Iowa, starting on or after July 30, 2025. The fee is a result of a new ordinance imposed
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As Nigeria and its neighboring countries in West Africa seek to bridge the energy access gap and transition to cleaner power solutions, SANY, a global leader in heavy machinery and smart energy, has launched its All-in-One Mobile Photovoltaic (PV) System in the region. This innovative mobile energy solution is designed
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LG Energy Solution (LGES) has signed a six-year contract with O and J Automotive Netherlands, a subsidiary of China's Chery Automobile, to supply 8 gigawatt-hours of 46-series cylindrical batteries. This significant deal marks the first time a Korean company has secured mass sales of cylindrical batteries to a
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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has issued a delegated order cancelling market-based rate tariffs for six wind farm companies, effective July 15, 2025. The companies, including Adams Wind Farm, LLC and K&K Wind Enterprises, LLC, submitted notices of cancellation on May 15, 2025, stating that they do not
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LG Energy Solution, South Korea's leading battery manufacturer, has secured a deal with China's Chery Automobile Co. to supply cylindrical electric vehicle (EV) batteries. The deal, which is worth an estimated 1 trillion won (US$730 million), will see LG Energy Solution supply 8 gigawatt-hours of
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The global solid-state battery market is poised for significant growth driven by advancements in energy storage technologies and increasing demand for more efficient and sustainable power solutions. Solid-state batteries offer a host of advantages, including higher energy density, enhanced safety, and longer lifespan, making them attractive for applications in electric
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Nigeria's energy sector is experiencing a significant shift towards alternative power sources, driven by consumer frustration with the national grid's unreliability. As a result, millions of households and businesses have turned to solar-powered systems, inverter-battery setups, and community mini-grids to ensure a stable and affordable energy
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Mongolia, known for its vast coal reserves, is set to capitalize on its immense renewable energy potential, with solar and wind resources in the Gobi Desert capable of meeting domestic energy consumption and powering the Northeastern Asian region. Despite its dependence on coal-fired thermal power plants for 90 percent of
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The Shire of Narrogin, a town of fewer than 5,000 people in Western Australia, is at the forefront of the state's renewable energy boom. With $18 billion worth of developments proposed, the town is expected to become a hub for wind, solar, and battery projects. However, the
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Ventasso Energy Storage, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, has submitted a notice of self-certification to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) stating its intent to operate as an exempt wholesale generator (EWG). The notice outlines the company's plans to construct and operate a 50MW/200MWh battery storage
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Zambia's electricity sector is gearing up for a massive solar push, as ZESCO and CEC Plc, the country's two leading power companies, come together to accelerate the deployment of solar power generation facilities. The joint venture aims to tap into the country's vast solar
