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The European Commission has approved a payment of €360.4 million to Lithuania as part of its Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF) plan, focusing on green technology and renewable energy projects.

A commentary on the German government’s plan to cut feed-in tariffs for smaller solar systems, indicating potential adverse impacts despite sound arguments.

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis responds to PASOK President Nikos Androulakis's questioning in Parliament concerning energy issues, with Androulakis criticizing the government's energy policy for lacking a coherent plan and social justice.

Poland's leading energy companies plan to invest 35-40 billion zł in constructing 13 new gas-fired power plants by 2030, leading to higher energy bills for consumers.

The historic Manufacture des Émaux de Longwy in France will receive nearly 1.5 million euros as part of a recovery plan following a judicial reorganization initiated due to soaring energy costs.

Emanuele Orsini emphasizes the importance of maintaining manufacturing in Europe to prevent deindustrialization and calls for a clear national energy strategy.

Elering has presented a gas transmission network development plan for 2026-2035, ensuring Estonia's peak energy needs can be met, even during cold winters and unexpected circumstances.

An energy company is offering electrician training courses in Resende, Brazil, as part of its strategic investment plan in the state of Rio de Janeiro.

Germany's new heating plan aims to provide more freedom for homeowners while gradually shifting away from gas and oil heating systems to renewable energy alternatives.

Investors will meet with Maruti Suzuki and visit Japan to explore high-speed train technology and hydrogen energy plants as part of a transportation-related initiative.

Poland is implementing initiatives to transform its coal industry while addressing energy security and emissions restrictions.

The article discusses initiatives aimed at transforming the mining sector in Poland amidst declining coal demand and the importance of energy stability.

Enel's CEO Flavio Cattaneo has unveiled a new industrial plan for 2028 focused on growth and investment, allocating 53 billion euros while also raising dividends.

A plan involving the United States, South Korea, and Greece focuses on shipbuilding to enhance defense capabilities and create investment opportunities.

A trilateral collaboration among the United States, South Korea, and Greece is set to enhance Greek defense capabilities and infrastructure through shipbuilding investments.

Estonia's Energy and Environment Minister Andres Sutt announced that the country will not compensate fossil fuel power plants for carbon quota expenses, diverging from Italy's approach.

Enel has announced a 23% increase in its investments, amounting to 53 billion euros, as part of its revised strategic plan for 2026-2028, with significant funds allocated to electrical networks and its Spanish subsidiary, Endesa.

The South Korean government plans to establish a power grid innovation plan within the first half of the year to accommodate the expansion of renewable energy to 100GW by 2030.

Enel has announced the acquisition of wind and solar facilities in the United States worth 1.3 billion euros, aiming to boost growth and profitability ahead of their new industrial plan.

A court in Hämeenlinna annulled the wind power plan adopted by Parkano due to procedural errors, particularly the improper presence of a wind company representative at a city council meeting.

The Sonora state government, led by Alfonso Durazo, is actively working on multiple fronts to attract foreign investments, particularly through the Sonora Sustainable Energy Plan and the Kutsari program for semiconductor development.

Iceland's Landsvirkjun CEO expresses astonishment at the minimal number of hydroelectric power plants that have progressed through the national framework plan, despite two recent additions.

Poland's National Energy and Climate Plan (KPEiK) is nearing completion and will be discussed soon by the Permanent Committee of the Council of Ministers amid ongoing inter-ministerial conflicts.

The Brazilian government's Climate Plan faces skepticism due to its lack of specific details and uncertainty in key sectors like agriculture and energy, raising concerns about its effectiveness against climate change.

Finnish TVO Nuclear Services has signed a framework agreement to advise Fermi Energia on its plan to establish a small modular reactor nuclear power plant in Estonia.

A proposed plan for large wind turbines near the Czech border raises concerns among the Ministry and scientists.

The ongoing development of Poland's National Energy and Climate Plan faces delays due to disagreements between the Ministry of Energy and the Ministry of Climate.

India's government struggles to expedite the installation of home solar panels due to financial challenges and weak promotion by utility companies.

French Minister of Economy Roland Lescure has announced a 200 billion euro investment plan for electrical distribution networks and new wind farms as part of the energy multiannual programming.

France's new energy strategy, aimed at increasing the role of nuclear energy, faces immediate challenges as Marine Le Pen of the National Rally announces plans to contest it.

The USA and Slovakia plan to enhance cooperation on nuclear energy to reduce Slovakia's dependency on Russian energy.

The French government has approved a new energy policy plan that includes the construction of six new nuclear reactors by 2035.

The support scheme for large energy projects in Estonia will not be ready in the coming months due to delays from the Eesti 200 party, which demands a climate ministry plan first.

Regional officials in Litoměřice have ruled that a wind turbine constitutes an illegal construction, prompting the investor to plan an appeal.

The Estonian government's support scheme for large energy projects will not be ready soon due to a delay caused by political disagreements, particularly from the Eesti 200 party, which is advocating for a comprehensive plan before moving forward with wind farm tenders.

Germany's government plans to import renewable energy from Morocco through the Sila Atlantik project, which involves underwater high-voltage cables.

France is increasing its nuclear energy production as part of a new energy plan to reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels.

The French government has introduced a new energy plan aimed at reducing fossil fuel consumption by increasing nuclear power generation.

The deputy CEO of Angelicoussis Group highlighted the importance of a realistic transition plan for decarbonisation in the shipping industry during the LNG2026 Conference in Qatar.

The Kolari municipal council is set to make a historic decision regarding a wind power zoning plan that could establish the municipality's first wind turbines, amidst a divided public opinion.

The French government's long-awaited energy programming plan, to be presented by Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu, has faced delays and revisions, including a shift from a proposed law to a decree.

The announcement of President Claudia Sheinbaum's National Infrastructure Plan is framed as a strategic state definition rather than merely a list of projects or public investment signals.

Last week, President Sheinbaum announced a significant government infrastructure plan involving an investment of 6.3 trillion pesos across over 1,500 projects.

A study indicates that a proposed 'fish disco' system at Hinkley Point C nuclear power plant could prevent 90% of fish from being drawn into its water intake pipes, though it comes with a hefty £700 million price tag.

Korean Climate Minister Kim Sung-hwan stated that the government will evaluate the inclusion of new nuclear power construction in the upcoming 12th electricity supply basic plan, despite acknowledging the inadequacies in the public discussion for the previous plan.

Cuba is implementing emergency measures, including fuel rationing and remote work, to manage an ongoing energy crisis worsened by U.S. pressure.

The article discusses how Russia planned to cause massive electricity outages in Germany to incite fear and protests against government support for Ukraine.

President Ruto urges global investors to support Kenya's 10-year, KSh5 trillion national transformation program focused on infrastructure, energy, and agriculture.

The Trump administration's plan to use small nuclear reactors has turned to an old strategy for radioactive waste disposal: burying it deep underground, despite the absence of such facilities.

The article discusses Trump's push for a peace plan regarding Ukraine ahead of the upcoming U.S. midterm elections while Russia escalates attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure.