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Africa’s green hydrogen projects stall as offtake gaps persist, warns EIC

15 January 2026

Africa’s green hydrogen ambitions are slowing as most projects lack binding offtake agreements and critical infrastructure. The EIC finds only two small plants operating despite $194bn in planned investments.

Tanzania seeks international investment to expand geothermal power sector

15 January 2026

Tanzania is intensifying efforts to attract foreign investors to its geothermal energy sector as it advances plans to exploit its vast resources to provide affordable and reliable electricity

Kazakhstan braces for potential water shortages in agriculture in southern regions

15 January 2026

Kazakhstan is facing the stark prospect of reduced water availability for agriculture in its southern regions this year,

Kazakhstan to allocate $470mn to 20 geological exploration projects over next three years

15 January 2026

Kazakhstan plans to channel KZT 240bn ($470mn) over the next 3 years into a large-scale geological exploration programme covering 20 projects, seismic surveys in underexplored sedimentary basins & the development of modern geological infrastructure.

Hamaoka NPP dealt another setback in Japan

15 January 2026

Japan’s nuclear regulator has escalated scrutiny of Chubu Electric Power after concluding that the utility submitted falsified seismic data during safety checks for the restart of reactors at its Hamaoka nuclear power plant.

TagEnergy expands into Japanese energy market

15 January 2026

TagEnergy, a renewable firm headquartered in Portugal, has officially launched its operations in Japan.

Indonesia and UAE explore strategic projects in data centres, clean energy and logistics

15 January 2026

Indonesia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are in talks to advance a range of strategic initiatives aimed at deepening bilateral economic cooperation, including projects in data centre development and waste-to-energy solutions

Indonesia moves to revise geothermal law to revive investment and accelerate clean energy growth

15 January 2026

Indonesia is preparing to amend its Geothermal Law after investment in the sector declined over the past two years, while also fast-tracking discussions on several key regulations, including the Renewable Energy Bill, revisions to the Electricity Law

Oman launches strategic three phase transport decarbonisation plan

15 January 2026

The Sultanate of Oman has unveiled an ambitious environmental strategy designed to eliminate carbon emissions from its transport sector by 2050.

NLC India ties up with Gujarat for $2.77bn renewable energy push

15 January 2026

State-owned NLC India Ltd has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Gujarat government to develop large-scale renewable energy projects in the state

Tajikistan signs $250mn investment deal with Ayon Energy for country’s first major solar power plants

14 January 2026

Tajikistan and Ayon Energy on January 13 signed a $250mn investment agreement for the construction of the Central Asian country’s first major solar energy project.

Laos–Singapore power link moves forward with Tenaga phase two agreement

14 January 2026

Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) has entered into a Phase 2 energy wheeling agreement to enable the cross-border transmission of electricity from Laos to Singapore, with power routed through Thailand and Malaysia using existing regional interconnection

Vietnam’s Offshore Wind Ambitions Gain Boost from Fugro–PTSC G&S Deal

14 January 2026

Fugro has renewed and expanded its collaboration with PTSC Geos and Subsea Services (PTSC G&S) to support Vietnam’s growing offshore energy sector, with a particular focus on the rapid development of offshore wind projects

Bulgaria generates 34% of electricity from renewables in 2024, says Eurostat

14 January 2026

About 33.8% of Bulgaria’s electricity came from renewable energy sources in 2024, up from 29.7% in 2023.

Cofides finances Spanish firm's 13.67-MW Colombian solar project

14 January 2026

Spanish state-backed financial institution Cofides partnered with Grupo Negratín to construct, operate and maintain the 13.67-megawatt Alma 2 photovoltaic plant in Colombia, which commenced commercial operations in November 2025

Istanbul-listed Zorlu sells 135-MW wind plant to Ronesans for $121mn

14 January 2026

Renewables company Ronesans Yenilenebilir Enerji, a unit of Turkey's Ronesans Holding, has acquired the 135-MW Gokcedag wind plant from Zorlu Enerji (ZOREN), Ronesans Holding said on January 8.

Global warming accelerates with 2025 third hottest year on record

14 January 2026

The year 2025 was the third hottest on record, trailing only 2023 and 2024, according to data released on Wednesday by Berkeley Earth, the EU’s Copernicus Climate Change Service, and the UK Met Office.

Zambian utility Zesco signs 20-year PPA with Canadian firm Stardust for a proposed 30MW solar project

14 January 2026

Stardust Solar Energy Inc.has secured a 20-year power purchase agreement (PPA) in Zambia to support a planned 30-MW) solar project, which is set to reach commercial operation later this year.

South Africa leads continent’s renewable energy transition, says Forvis Mazars

14 January 2026

South Africa offers major investment opportunities across wind, solar, biofuels and green hydrogen, according to Forvis Mazars, supported by strong policy frameworks, private-sector participation and rising clean-power generation.

Philippine DOE seeks $403mn in fines from Solar Philippines

14 January 2026

The Philippine Department of Energy (DOE) is intensifying its regulatory oversight by pursuing PHP24bn (approximately $403mn) in penalties against Solar Philippines following the termination of 33 service agreements.

Masdar signals deeper push into Indonesia’s geothermal sector

14 January 2026

Masdar, the United Arab Emirates’ state-owned renewable energy company, is exploring opportunities to expand its investment in Indonesia’s geothermal industry as part of its broader commitment to supporting the country’s clean energy transition

Oman Zinc to build $50mn manufacturing facility in Sohar

14 January 2026

A new partnership was formalised on January 11 between Sohar Port and Freezone and Oman Zinc Company. This deal involves a $50mn injection of capital to create a specialised industrial park dedicated to the recycling of zinc ash.

Adnoc Distribution unveils innovative UAE highway charging site

14 January 2026

Adnoc Distribution has launched a significant electric vehicle (EV) charging hub at Saih Shuaib to support motorists travelling between Abu Dhabi and Dubai.

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