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Sadales tīkls plans to increase available electricity capacity in Latvia's development centers by approximately 200 megawatts by 2030, with significant implications for energy infrastructure investments.

PPC Group's Deputy CEO Konstantinos Mavros announced that the company's renewable energy capacity in Romania has doubled to 1.5 GW, with plans to reach 2 GW by year's end.

Energy expert Arvi Hamburg argues that Estonia should continue to produce electricity from local oil shale resources for at least another decade to ensure energy security before transitioning to nuclear power.

Per Barkström from Mälarenergi discusses the importance of evenly distributing electricity consumption throughout the day to utilize the existing power grid more efficiently.

The US LNG industry is rapidly expanding its market share, with expected capacity to double in the next five years.

The PPC Group has doubled its installed capacity in Romania and aims to reach 2 GW of renewable energy by the end of the year, as shared by its Deputy CEO during a major energy conference in Bucharest.

The Spanish government is preparing a new decree aimed at optimizing the electricity grid and facilitating major investments.

A new solar park inaugurated in Mendoza, represents a significant investment by Genneia, enhancing the province's renewable energy capacity.

The Shalom FIP has signed a concession contract to build two underground energy transmission lines in São Paulo, committing R$ 281 million to enhance the electrical capacity for 7 million residents.

A key development for the Vertical Corridor of natural gas is the auction held today, with 98% of the offered capacity secured for March.

This article discusses how nuclear power in Czechia has reached a significant milestone in electricity generation, with solar energy now matching its output.

Norway's defense sector faces a setback as Statnett rejects its request for increased power capacity at the Ramsund naval station, where new submarines are to be stationed.

The Latvian Wind Energy Association (VEA) highlights the growing electricity consumption and high prices as key challenges demanding the rapid development of wind energy capacity in Latvia.

Poland is facing a potential shortage in gas storage capacity due to rapidly increasing demand.

Ukraine's energy officials have announced the need for an additional 9.5 GW of power generation capacity to be developed with collaboration from the government and the private sector.

Australia added a record amount of renewable energy capacity to its electricity grid in the last quarter of 2025, surpassing previous highs.

DTEK will invest €300 million to repair power generation capacity damaged by Russian attacks, aiming to restore 4GW before the next winter.

Pantheon Tankers is expanding its fleet by ordering two new Suezmax tankers with a capacity of 157,000 tons from COSCO in China.

The United States is testing its aircraft carrier that features a new nuclear power plant and enhanced electrical generation capabilities.

The Greek-owned fleet plays a crucial role in global trade, controlling significant shares of transport capacity for energy and raw materials.

The Brazilian government has increased the ceiling prices for the country's main electric sector auction after identifying significant discrepancies in previously calculated values by major companies, which could jeopardize the procurement of additional power capacity.

The Greek-owned fleet, accounting for 19.1% of the world's shipping capacity, plays a crucial role in the economies of Europe, the US, and China, driving energy and food security.

The Dangote Refinery in Nigeria has achieved a capacity of 650,000 barrels per day, marking a significant operational milestone.

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has achieved its full operational capacity of 650,000 barrels per day after completing maintenance and optimization work.

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has achieved its full capacity of 650,000 barrels per day, marking a significant milestone for the facility.

The Brazilian Minister of Mines and Energy announced plans to correct the ceiling prices for the electricity capacity auction to ensure fair investor returns and tariff affordability before the auction scheduled for March.

All offered capacity of 1.575 terawatt-hours (TWh) was sold in an auction for the Inčukalns underground gas storage, according to Conexus Baltic Grid.

The Finnish Energy Industry has addressed rising concerns about the electricity consumption of data centers, emphasizing that new production capacity will be developed in line with increased demand.

The Mazar reservoir at the Paute Integral Hydroelectric Complex is near its maximum capacity, ensuring a stable electric power supply for Ecuador until at least April, according to energy analyst Fernando Salinas.

New regulations in Germany require solar panel installations on new buildings and roof renovations, leading to increased costs and concerns regarding grid capacity.

Wind and solar energy generation reached an unprecedented capacity of 4900 GW last year, with China and developing countries surpassing the G7.

The Mexican government, through the Comisión Federal de Electricidad (CFE), is engaging in projects with private companies to develop 6,500 megawatts of electrical generation capacity, which raises questions about energy policy and international agreements regarding energy supply.

Nigeria's power grid struggled with generation availability, operating at only 36% capacity in January 2026 as reported by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC).

The article discusses the challenges of nuclear waste disposal in the context of America's plans to expand its nuclear energy capacity significantly by 2050.

Energy market expert Samuli Honkapuro argues that the new capacity fees, perceived negatively by many, should actually be seen as beneficial for consumers.

Kyiv is set to increase its electricity generation capacity by 9 MW and has reported record daily electricity imports amid ongoing challenges in electricity supply following significant damage from recent Russian attacks.

Poland's electricity network operator has outlined plans to address capacity shortages and improve energy production security by 2036.

Ukraine's nuclear power plants have reduced their generation capacity following a large-scale attack by Russia using drones and missiles, impacting the country's electricity supply.

Finland is considering compensating its residents for high electricity prices, while Estonia's Minister of Energy and Environment, Andres Sutt, argues that increasing production capacity is the better solution.

Utilitas has opened the largest heat storage facility in the Baltic states with a capacity of 1100 MWh in Tallinn, aimed at balancing energy production and reducing fossil fuel usage.

For the first time, solar energy has overtaken coal as the primary energy source in China, marking a significant shift in the country's energy landscape with renewable sources expected to account for about half of the energy capacity by year-end.

The opening of "Hertz 1" marks a historic milestone in the Baltic energy sector, featuring a significant 200 MWh storage capacity as part of strategic projects aimed at stabilizing the regional electricity system after synchronization with the continental European grid.

The Auvere power plant has resumed operations ahead of schedule, but electricity prices in the area are likely to remain high despite the plant's 270-megawatt capacity.

The Swedish government proposed last autumn to expand nuclear power production, and Vattenfall plans to construct several small modular reactors near the Ringhals nuclear power plant with a total capacity of 1500 megawatts.

Africa is expected to see a solar energy boom following the fastest growth in solar power ever recorded in 2025, adding over six times the annual capacity from the previous year by 2029, according to an industry report by Bloomberg.

Sweden is anticipated to receive proposals for the construction of new nuclear power plants with a total capacity of 4 gigawatts this year, according to nuclear energy coordinator Carl Berglof.

The article discusses how the UK successfully increased its renewable energy capacity by restructuring its policies and implementing competitive bidding for renewable energy producers.

Metlen Energy has expanded its collaboration with Schroders Greencoat through a new deal involving seven projects with a total capacity of 283 MW, both operational and under construction.

Wärtsilä is investing 140 million euros to expand its production in Vaasa's Sustainable Technology Hub, increasing capacity by 35% to address the rapidly growing demands in energy and maritime markets.

Shanxi, traditionally known for its coal production, has seen renewable energy capacity officially surpass coal-fired generation, symbolizing a significant shift in China's energy strategy.