Top 20 Energy International News

2025-04-28 03:05:26

Here are summaries of the top 20 international energy news items from today, April 25, 2025:

  1. Azerbaijan signs deals with Chinese companies to develop 2.4 GW of renewables: The Azerbaijani Ministry of Energy has signed several contracts with Chinese companies for the development of renewable energy and battery storage.
    Source: www.enerdata.net,
    Source: energynews.pro
  2. US DOI will implement emergency permitting procedures for energy resources: The US Department of Interior (DOI) has announced that it will implement emergency permitting procedures to accelerate the development of domestic energy.
    Source: www.enerdata.net
  3. Calpine and ExxonMobil partner on CO2 storage for a US gas-fired power plant: ExxonMobil and Calpine Corporation have signed an agreement to transport and store up to 2 MtCO2/year from Calpine’s 845 MW Baytown Energy Center gas-fired power plant in Texas.
    Source: www.enerdata.net
  4. Cyprus plans to revive the 2 Mt/year Vasilikos LNG import terminal project: Cyprus’ Government, through the country’s Natural Gas Infrastructure Company (ETYFA), plans to revive a 2 Mt/year LNG import terminal project.
    Source: www.enerdata.net
  5. French utility EDF invests in a 120 MW hydropower project in Madagascar: The French energy group EDF has announced that it will invest in a 120 MW hydropower project in Madagascar.
    Source: www.enerdata.net
  6. Morocco launches EoI for the development of its first LNG terminal in Nador: The Moroccan Ministry of Energy and Mines has announced the launch of an expression of interest (EoI) for the development of a new LNG terminal.
    Source: www.enerdata.net
  7. Portugal prepares to launch its first offshore wind tender: The Portuguese government has announced that it will start working on a proposal for the operationalisation of its first auction of commercial offshore wind.
    Source: www.enerdata.net
  8. Russia plans nuclear project to produce hydrogen in Tatarstan: The Russian region of Tatarstan has announced its plans to develop a nuclear power plant to produce hydrogen in its newly established Alabuga special economic zone.
    Source: www.enerdata.net
  9. Vitol steps up Venezuela oil buying before U.S. license lapses: Vitol Group has stepped up oil purchases in Venezuela in the final weeks of a U.S. license that allows the world’s largest independent oil trader to do business in the sanctioned nation.
    Source: worldoil.com
  10. Ecopetrol working to ensure continuation of offshore gas projects in Carribean Ecopetrol is working to ensure the continuation of offshore gas projects in the Caribbean.
    Source: worldoil.com
  11. CHC, Court Helicopters partner to enhance offshore safety, transportation in Namibia: CHC and Court Helicopters partner to enhance offshore safety and transportation in Namibia.
    Source: worldoil.com
  12. Hydro-Québec launches a 10 G$ energy efficiency plan by 2035: Hydro-Québec announces a 10 G$ investment to enhance energy efficiency through various initiatives by 2035, creating over 5,000 jobs and reducing operating costs for Quebec customers.
    Source: energynews.pro
  13. The UK and Eni finalize financing for CO2 storage project in the Irish Sea: The UK and Eni finalize financing for CO2 storage project in the Irish Sea.
    Source: energynews.pro
  14. Washington criticises anti-fossil policies at IEA summit: Washington criticises anti-fossil policies at IEA summit.
    Source: energynews.pro
  15. Countries accused of overstating carbon sinks to slow energy transition: Countries such as Brazil and Australia are criticised for overstating the CO2 absorption capacity of their forests.
    Source: energynews.pro
  16. Saudi Arabia reduces crude consumption for power generation by 2030: Saudi Arabia plans to reduce its reliance on oil for electricity generation by using more natural gas.
    Source: energynews.pro
  17. The oil industry braces for increased uncertainty: tariffs, price volatility, and investment risks: The global oil industry prepares for further disruptions as oil prices fall below USD 60 per barrel.
    Source: energynews.pro
  18. US solar industry to add 502 GWdc of capacity by 2035: The US solar industry is expected to add 502 GWdc of capacity to the market by 2035.
    Source: energynews.pro
  19. GE Vernova posts 11% revenue increase in Q1 2025: GE Vernova reported strong performance in Q1 2025, with an 11% revenue growth driven by high energy demand.
    Source: energynews.pro
  20. Eco Wave Power signs manufacturing agreement for its wave energy project in Los Angeles: Eco Wave Power announces the signing of a manufacturing agreement with All-Ways Metal to produce essential components for its first wave energy project in the United States.
    Source: energynews.pro,
    Source: www.energyglobal.com