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Myanmar restores hydropower plant after Typhoon Yagi damage

28 July 2026

Myanmar has completed repairs to the Upper Paunglaung Hydropower Plant following damage worth more than MMK20bn ($9.5mn) caused by Typhoon Yagi, restoring the facility to full operations.

Thailand lowers vehicle production forecast as Chinese EVs pressure industry

28 July 2026

Thailand has cut its 2026 vehicle production target after growing competition from Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers weakened both exports and domestic demand for locally produced cars.

Uzbekistan replaces energy minister after Mirziyoyev orders sector shake-up

27 July 2026

Uzbekistan has fired Energy Minister Jurabek Mirzamahmudov after a presidential review of the country's fuel and energy sector exposed management shortcomings, mounting infrastructure failures and inefficiencies in electricity and gas distribution.

Europe's summer heat has broken the Bell curve, as record El Niño builds

27 July 2026

This summer’s extreme temperatures have broken the normal “Bell curve” distribution of temperature variations and pushed it sharply to the right into record breaking highs. This is not normal – literally.

IEA sees global electricity demand growth accelerating through 2027

27 July 2026

Global electricity demand is set to grow faster in 2026 than its recent average and to accelerate again in 2027, the International Energy Agency (IEA) said in its report, published last week.

EBRD backs new wind investment as renewable projects gather pace in Ukraine

27 July 2026

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) will provide up to €70mn in financing to Elementum Energy to support the construction of new wind farms in Ukraine.

Africa steps up grid expansion and renewable energy investment

27 July 2026

Africa’s power sector saw steady progress last week as governments and utilities focused on expanding transmission networks, accelerating renewable energy investment and strengthening regional electricity links.

EcoSolar finishes first Capiz Philippine battery project

27 July 2026

EcoSolar Energy Corporation finished mechanical construction on its 20 MW/40 MWh Panitan Energy Storage Project in Capiz.

Thailand weighs $711mn EV scheme to replace ageing vehicles

27 July 2026

Thailand is planning a $711mn programme to replace 80,000 ageing vehicles with electric models as part of efforts to revive its automotive sector and accelerate the shift towards cleaner transport.

Petrovietnam secures $277mn loan for Mekong power plant

27 July 2026

State-owned Petrovietnam has secured a VND7.3 trillion ($277mn) loan from two of Vietnam’s largest banks to advance construction of the O Mon IV thermal power plant in the Mekong Delta.

NABARD, MAHAPREIT partner to expand green infrastructure in rural India

27 July 2026

NABARD has signed a memorandum of understanding with Maharashtra-based MAHAPREIT to accelerate the development of renewable energy and climate-resilient infrastructure in rural India.

ENGIE secures financing for 250-MW Khaba solar project in India’s Rajasthan

27 July 2026

ENGIE (EPA: ENGI) has reached financial close for its 250-MW Khaba solar project in Barmer, Rajasthan, through its wholly owned subsidiary, Khaba Renewable Energy, enabling the project to move into the construction phase.

Iran adds 668 MW of generating capacity in a week as summer shortages bite

26 July 2026

Iran added 668 MW of generating capacity in a week, including 70 MW of solar and a 160 MW combined-cycle unit at Asaluyeh, as Energy Minister Abbas Aliabadi pointed to weekly additions amid summer power shortages.

Australia's Worley scores pre-FEED for Dutch CCS project

26 July 2026

Worley will refine the development concept, establish its technical basis, prepare cost estimates and reduce execution risks before the project moves into FEED.

Dutch gas platform produces first green hydrogen from electrolyser

26 July 2026

The PosHYdon pilot has produced its first green hydrogen on an operational gas platform in the Dutch North Sea, demonstrating how offshore wind, hydrogen production and existing natural gas infrastructure can be integrated.

Istanbul-listed Mercan obtains €2mn 15-year loan from ProCredit for 5-MW solar project in Romania

25 July 2026

Mercan Kimya aims to reach 40-MW solar capacity in Romania within three years.

IDB approves $204.2mn package to boost Bolivia's Amazon energy security

24 July 2026

The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has approved a $204.2mn (€179.5mn) financing package to support energy infrastructure in Bolivia's Northern Amazon Region, including new power interconnections with Brazil, the lender said on July 23.

Nigeria plans renewable energy companies to rival power distributors

24 July 2026

Nigeria’s Rural Electrification Agency plans to develop renewable energy service companies operating interconnected solar mini-grids that could compete with conventional electricity distributors over the next 10 to 15 years.

Nigeria’s small-scale solar market set to lead sub-Saharan Africa through 2035

24 July 2026

Nigeria is expected to remain sub-Saharan Africa’s fastest-growing market for small-scale solar systems through 2035, although limited investment in utility-scale projects is restricting the technology’s contribution to the grid.

South African iron ore group Kumba signs solar power deal with Anglo-EDF joint venture

24 July 2026

Kumba Iron Ore has signed an agreement with Envusa Energy for a 72.5 MWp solar plant supplying 63 MW of electricity to its Sishen mine in South Africa from late 2027.

Azerbaijan. China deepen green energy cooperation as senior officials meet Beijing delegation

24 July 2026

Azerbaijan's economy minister Mikayil Jabbarov and energy minister Parviz Shahbazov held separate meetings this week with Yang Tianfu, president of PowerChina Resources Limited.

Marco Polo Marine books Taiwan wind ship contract

24 July 2026

PKR Offshore signed a framework agreement with Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy (SGRE) to charter two commissioning service operation vessels, the company announced. The ships will support offshore wind projects in Taiwan.

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