Vitry-le-François, France (May 20, 2025, 6:00 pm CEST) – The 5th World Hydrogen Awards threw Haffner Energy’s unique biomass-based solution HYNOCA® in the limelight today as one of the two hydrogen-production technologies selected for the first Renewable Energy Valley project developed under the umbrella of the Horizon Europe-funded international initiative REFORMERS. Granted to REFORMERS’ Flagship Energy Valley in Alkmaar, Netherlands, in the Clean Project category, after a comprehensive review ...

Statkraft is applying for a licence to build a new Aura power plant in Sunndal, Norway, with a 6 billion NOK budget. If built, the new facility will deliver 2.5 times the current maximum capacity, contributing to a more stable power supply. Statkraft is planning its largest hydropower investments in decades to develop the next generation of hydropower plants, and Aura is one of the largest projects under consideration. Two weeks ago, Statkraft applied for a licence to upgrade the Nore I and Nore II power p ...

Equinor ASA (EQNR) , a Norwegian integrated energy company, has made a final investment decision, in partnership with Poland’s Polenergia, for an offshore wind project in the Baltic Sea. Polenergia stated that the project involves the construction of two offshore wind farms, namely Baltyk 2 and Baltyk 3, off the Polish coast. Each of these farms is anticipated to have a generation capacity of 720 megawatts (MW).The total construction cost is expected to be approximately €6.4 billion. The project is set to b ...

Dublin, May 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Third Generation Solar Materials Market - A Global and Regional Analysis: Focus on Product, Application, and Country Analysis - Analysis and Forecast, 2025-2034" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The Third Generation Solar Materials Market is gaining significant momentum due to advancements in solar energy technologies and the growing demand for high-efficiency, low-cost solar cells. Third-generation solar materials, including dye-sensi ...

Core Insights - TPI Composites, Inc. is sponsoring the wind tunnel competition at the World KidWind Challenge during the CLEANPOWER Conference in Phoenix, Arizona from May 18-21, 2025 [1][2] - The World KidWind Challenge is designed to engage students in wind energy through hands-on design, building, and testing of small-scale wind turbines [2] - TPI Composites aims to support the next generation of renewable energy leaders through this sponsorship, emphasizing the importance of innovative solutions for a sustainable future [3] Company Overview - TPI Composites, Inc. focuses on innovative and sustainable solutions to decarbonize and electrify the world, delivering high-quality composite solutions through long-term relationships with leading OEMs in the wind market [4] - The company is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, and operates factories in the U.S., Mexico, Türkiye, and India, along with engineering development centers in Denmark and Germany [4] Industry Context - The KidWind Project provides clean energy education for students and educators, aiming to inspire a new generation to address climate change through renewable energy technologies [5]

Core Insights - Google is acquiring an additional 600 megawatts of solar power to support its data centers, focusing on projects in South Carolina developed by EnergyRe [1] - The company has committed to significant investments in renewable energy, including a $20 billion pledge to build zero-carbon power plants and a contract for over 700 megawatts of solar in Oklahoma [2] - Google's goal is to eliminate its carbon footprint from energy by 2030, with the growth of AI increasing the demand for clean energy, leading to a contract for 4 gigawatts of clean power in 2023 [3] Investment Activities - Google is actively investing in renewable energy, with a recent focus on solar power projects [2][3] - The company has made substantial commitments, including a $20 billion investment and multiple contracts for solar energy [2][3] Industry Trends - Other tech companies are also increasing their renewable energy purchases, with Microsoft and Meta making significant solar acquisitions in 2023 [4]

Core Viewpoint - EQT Corporation has experienced a significant share price increase of 33.2% over the past year, outperforming the broader Oils-Energy sector, which saw a decline of 7.8% during the same period [1][2]. Company Performance - EQT has outperformed its peers, Range Resources Corporation and Antero Resources Corporation, with their shares rising only 12% and 3.3%, respectively, in the same timeframe [2]. - EQT currently holds a Zacks Rank 3 (Hold), indicating a neutral outlook on the stock [2]. Operational Focus - EQT is primarily engaged in the exploration and production of natural gas, focusing on the productive Appalachian Basin in the U.S. The company has several untapped drilling locations in this region, which supports a positive production outlook [5]. Positive Factors Boosting Performance - **Rising Demand for Natural Gas**: The demand for natural gas is expected to increase by 4% to 116 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d) in the U.S. this year, benefiting EQT [7]. - **Increase in Natural Gas Prices**: Henry Hub spot natural gas prices rose to $4.15 per million British thermal units (Btu) in Q1 2025 from $2.13 in Q1 2024, indicating a significant year-over-year increase [8]. - **Strategic Acquisitions**: EQT's acquisition of Olympus Energy's assets for $1.8 billion includes 90,000 net acres in Southwest Appalachia, enhancing its production capabilities [9][10]. - **Operational Synergies**: The company has achieved approximately $360 million in annual savings from its acquisition of Equitrans Midstream, surpassing previous forecasts [11]. Industry Context - The growing development of gas-fired power plants and data centers in the Appalachian region is expected to further boost demand for natural gas [6]. - Antero Resources and Range Resources also carry a Zacks Rank 3, indicating a similar neutral outlook in the industry [16]. Final Thoughts - EQT benefits from rising natural gas demand, healthy prices, and strategic acquisitions, but faces risks from its hedging strategy and regional concentration. The increasing shift toward renewable energy also poses long-term challenges [15].

CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Deriva Energy, LLC, a leader in clean power generation, operations and development, today announced that it has completed a $127 million debt financing for a portfolio of two operating energy assets.Principal Asset ManagementSM and MetLife Investment Management provided Senior Secured Notes to the portfolio, which is comprised of two projects owned and operated by Deriva, Ledyard Wind and Pisgah Ridge Solar. Ledyard Wind is a 207 MW wind facility in Kossuth Coun ...

Shares of NextEra Energy (NEE) have gained 9.2% in the last three months compared with the Zacks Utility - Electric Power industry’s rally of 5.1%. The company has also outperformed the Zacks Utilities sector in the same time frame.The increase in NextEra Energy’s share price reflects the company’s solid performance and expanding customer base, which is driving greater demand for its services. The decline in interest rates is expected to enhance the outlook for this capital-intensive business.Price Performa ...

Robust April Results Reflect Execution Strength, Sustained Volume Growth and Scalable Business ModelMIAMI, May 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NextNRG, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXXT), a pioneer in AI-driven energy innovation—transforming how energy is produced, managed and delivered through its advanced Utility Operating System, smart microgrid technology, wireless EV charging and on-demand mobile fuel delivery solutions— today announced preliminary unaudited financial results for April 2025. April 2025 Highlights: Reven ...