German forward contracts increase on more expensive gas and carbon
German power contracts for the year ahead traded higher on Friday. They followed gains in carbon permits and gas contracts, which were attributed to lower temperatures predicted for a week-ahead. German baseload for the year ahead rose 0.7%, to 87.24 Euro ($102.40), per megawatt-hour at 0905 GMT.
China's fossil fuelled power drops for the first time in 10 years as a result of renewables
China's coal-based thermal energy generation in 2025 fell for the first time in 10 years, according to government data released on Monday. Growing renewable generation?met growth of electricity demand, even though?overall consumption?hit a new record. This data is a good…
German contracts benefit from rising gas and carbon prices
German power contracts for the year ahead traded higher on Friday. They followed gains in carbon permits and gas contracts, as temperatures are forecast to be below average for the rest of January. By 0855 GMT, the German baseload year-ahead rose by 0.9% to 87.9 euros ($101.12 per megawatt-hour).
French spot drops as expected wind and nuclear output increases
French spot electricity rates for Thursday dropped as the wind energy supply in France is expected to increase amid lower demand forecasts. One nuclear reactor will also be expected to re-start. By 0927 GMT, the French baseload for the day ahead fell by 15.6% and was 91?euros (106.02 dollars) per megawatt-hour (MWh).
Power prices rise due to higher carbon costs and fuel costs
The European power price curve rose on Tuesday as a result of higher carbon contract prices and firmer gas prices. Analysts at Engie EnergyScan stated that the effects of the price increase were most noticeable in the German front-month baseload contract. The contract…
German prompt prices will rise on Monday due to a weaker renewable supply
On Monday, German power prices will rise due to a decrease in renewable electricity production in the country. This is expected to offset a slight increase in demand. LSEG data revealed that the trading of German and 'French baseload day-ahead contracts for Monday hadn't started by 0901 GMT.
Wind power surge cuts spot prices but frost-related demands lend support
The European prompt power price fell on Tuesday, ahead of a near-tripling of German wind power expected on Wednesday and a more-than-doubling of French wind energy volumes. However, the prices remained relatively high as icy weather?supported?demand. The LSEG analyst Naser…
Prices on Monday will rise due to higher demand and reduced wind energy generation
The European day-ahead electricity prices will likely rise on Monday due to a?increased consumption and a sharp decline in?wind energy generation. LSEG data shows that the German and French 'Monday' baseload power contracts had not been traded by 8:27 GMT on Friday. LSEG…
Japan tightens regulations on mega-solar project to protect landscape and nature
Officials from the Japanese government have announced that they will tighten regulations, and stop financial support for large-scale projects of solar energy to protect the?environment and preserve landscapes. This is part of the package of countermeasures against mega…
ComBio Brazil expects revenues to reach $430 million as corn ethanol customers increase production
Commercial director Ricardo Blandy, Brazil's biggest supplier of renewable thermal power for industrial clients, said that ComBio expects its revenue to triple to?about $430 million in five years due to the growing demand from corn ethanol producers. Blandy stated that there are?25 corn-ethanol plants in Brazil.
In November, China's fossil fuelled power generation fell 4.2% on an annual basis.
Statistics Bureau data released on Monday showed that China's fossil fuelled power generation dropped 4.2% in November compared to last year. This reversed a 7.3% increase in October, when the power?generation reached its highest level in decades. This means that China's…
Sembcorp, the Singaporean energy giant, has taken over Alinta Energy for $4.3 billion.
Sembcorp Industries announced on Thursday that its unit would?acquire?Alinta Energy at a cost of A$6.5 billion (4.32 billion dollars), making it one of the biggest overseas expansions in the history for the Singaporean firm. Alinta Energy was acquired by Chow Tai Fook Enterprises.
EUROPE GAS-European Prices Rise on Slightly Stronger Demand Outlook
Dutch and British gas rates firmed up on Tuesday. Forecasts suggest a slightly higher demand, although both pipeline?and liquefied (LNG?) supply remain robust. LSEG data revealed that the benchmark Dutch front-month MWh contract at TTF hub had increased by 0.16?euros to 27.33 euros (MWh) or $9.33/mmBtu as of 0913 GMT.
Syrian president, Chevron discuss cooperation in oil, gas exploration, state news agency says
The Syrian state news agency reported on Tuesday that President Ahmed al-Sharaa of Syria met with representatives from U.S. oil giant Chevron and Syrian Petroleum Company in order to discuss the cooperation between the two companies for oil and gas exploration on Syrian shores.
Prices spike on demand and supply decreases
The European power price rose sharply on Tuesday, thanks to a combination of lower forecasts for wind and solar energy generation and higher consumption as temperatures in the region declined. Demand is slightly higher. In a research note on the day ahead, LSEG said that wind supply was dropping.
Joint development of synthetic LNG by Tree Energy, TotalEnergies and Japanese firms in the US
PARIS, 2 December - French oil giant TotalEnergies, along with its partner Tree Energy Solutions, will develop synthetic methane in collaboration with Japanese companies Osaka Gas Toho Gas Itochu, at an American facility located in Nebraska. Osaka Gas and Toho Gas will…
Bousso: TotalEnergies' ROI-TotalEnergies power play shows Big Oil how to make energy transition work
TotalEnergies of France is betting heavily on renewables and power, positioning itself as a leader in the global energy demand wave. It also offers investors an alternative to its rivals who are doubling down on gas and oil. Since 2022, the strategies of European oil companies have been in a constant state of flux.
Prices fall quickly on French nuclear and wind supply
The European spot power price fell on Tuesday. However, the German day-ahead rate remained at an enormous premium to France. LSEG analyst Xiulan he said that a pronounced increase is expected in French wind energy generation in a short-term forecast. He added that the German outlook would be mildly positive due to higher consumption…
Bousso: TotalEnergies' ROI-TotalEnergies power play shows Big Oil how to make energy transition work
TotalEnergies of France is betting heavily on renewables and power, positioning itself as a leader in the global energy demand wave. It also offers investors an alternative to its rivals who are doubling down on gas and oil. Since 2022, the strategies of European oil companies have been in a constant state of flux.
Kuwait's latest tender invites bids on a new 0.5-GW Solar Project
Kuwait invited pre-qualified consortiums to submit bids for a new solar power project of 0.5 gigawatts, which aims to expand clean energy generation in the Gulf State. Kuwait Authority for Partnership Projects announced in its official gazette on Sunday that the second…