Energy News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 13, 2025

Energy News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 13, 2025.

MIL-OSI Economics: Philippines’ annual renewable power generation to reach 69.4TWh in 2035, forecasts GlobalData
Source: GlobalData Philippines’ annual renewable power generation to reach 69.4TWh in 2035, forecasts GlobalData Posted in Power The Department of Energy in the Philippines has established an ambitious objective of attaining 35% renewable energy generation by 2030. Furthermore, the country is on a path to install 15GW of clean energy by the same year. It […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Supercharging residential solar power generation
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is expanding the permitted voltage range for electricity networks, so Kiwis with solar panels can send more power back to the grid. Changes are being made to clarify that a building consent is not needed to install rooftop solar panels on existing buildings.  Councils will be required to process […]

MIL-OSI Banking: STATEMENT: Ontario’s Integrated Energy Plan emphasizes DERs and procurements
Source: – Press Release/Statement: Headline: STATEMENT: Ontario’s Integrated Energy Plan emphasizes DERs and procurements Ontario recognizes that onsite solar and storage, plus predictable procurements including wind and solar energy, are key to delivering reliable, affordable power to communities, farmers and businesses.   Toronto, June 12, 2025—The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) is encouraged to see Distributed […]

MIL-OSI Africa: African Energy Chamber (AEC) Launches Specialized Advisory Services to Support African Energy Investments
The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (EnergyChamber.org) – representing the voice of the African energy sector – has launched specialized Advisory Services to support the development of the African energy sector. Aligned with the organizations broader mandate to improve the landscape of the African energy sector and support a results-focused business environment for companies operating across […]

MIL-OSI Europe: Answer to a written question – Average calculation for biomass, ‘spoiled’ edible oils from China and grass as a climate and aquatic environment instrument – P-001236/2025(ASW)
Source: European Parliament The Commission plans the adoption of an update of Annex VI including the methodology for greenhouse gas emissions accounting along the production pathway of biogas and biomethane by end of 2025. A public consultation will give an opportunity for stakeholders to provide evidence about the use of average calculations for apportioning purposes . […]

MIL-OSI Europe: MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the Clean Industrial Deal – B10-0277/2025
Source: European Parliament B10‑0277/2025 European Parliament resolution on the Clean Industrial Deal (2025/2656(RSP))   The European Parliament,  – having regard to the Commission communication of 26 February 2025 entitled ‘The Clean Industrial Deal: A joint roadmap for competitiveness and decarbonisation’ (COM(2025)0085), – having regard to the Commission communication of 26 February 2025 entitled ‘Action Plan for Affordable Energy – Unlocking the […]

MIL-OSI Europe: MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the Clean Industrial Deal – B10-0278/2025
Source: European Parliament Paolo Borchia, Isabella Tovaglieri, Julie Rechagneux, Jorge Buxadé Villalba, Ondřej Knotek, Filip Turek, Auke Zijlstra, Barbara Bonte, Jana Nagyová, Aleksandar Nikolic, Silvia Sardone, Raffaele Stancanellion behalf of the PfE Group B10‑0278/2025 European Parliament resolution on the Clean Industrial Deal (2025/2656(RSP)) The European Parliament, – having regard to the Commission communication of 26 February 2025 […]

MIL-OSI Europe: At a Glance – The role of Direct Air Capture technologies in the EU’s decarbonisation effort – An analysis of the potential, cost-effectiveness, risks, investment needs as well as technological, economic, administrative and legal prerequisites and requirements – 12-06-2025
Source: European Parliament This study analyses the development, costs, future potential, and role of Direct Air Capture (DAC) and subsequent storage (DACCS) technologies in Europe’s decarbonisation strategy. While current costs are high and uncertain, DAC and DACCS are expected to become more economically viable through technological improvements and scaling. Given the environmental trade-offs of various […]

MIL-OSI Europe: Study – The role of Direct Air Capture technologies in the EU’s decarbonisation effort – An analysis of the potential, cost-effectiveness, risks, investment needs as well as technological, economic, administrative and legal prerequisites and requirements – 12-06-2025
Source: European Parliament This study analyses the development, costs, future potential, and role of Direct Air Capture (DAC) and subsequent storage (DACCS) technologies in Europe’s decarbonisation strategy. While current costs are high and uncertain, DAC and DACCS are expected to become more economically viable through technological improvements and scaling. Given the environmental trade-offs of various […]

MIL-OSI USA: Energy Office Announces Launch of Funding Opportunity to Support Local Policy Adoption to Advance Climate Goals
Source: US State of Colorado Statewide – Thursday, Jun. 12, 2025 – Today, Governor Polis and the Colorado Energy Office (CEO) announced the launch of its Local Implementation, Mitigation, and Policy Action (IMPACT) Accelerator grant program Thursday. This opportunity will provide funding to support local policy adoption that enhances resilience, reduces emissions, and advances other […]

MIL-OSI Economics: The case for investment in Canadian clean power
Source: – Press Release/Statement: Headline: The case for investment in Canadian clean power Growing Canada’s clean electricity advantage means investing in our energy security.  By Vittoria Bellissimo, President and CEO, Canadian Renewable Energy Association In 2025, global capital flows to the energy sector are set to rise to USD 3.3 trillion, a two percent rise […]

MIL-OSI: Devon Energy to Participate in a Fireside Chat at the J.P. Morgan Energy, Power, Renewables & Mining Conference
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) OKLAHOMA CITY, June 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Devon Energy Corp. (NYSE: DVN) today announced Clay Gaspar, President and CEO will participate in a fireside chat at the J.P. Morgan Energy, Power, Renewables & Mining Conference. The fireside chat is scheduled for 9:20 a.m. Central time (10:20 a.m. Eastern time) on Tuesday, […]

MIL-OSI Africa: President Ramaphosa rallies Africa behind Green Hydrogen at inaugural Summit
Source: South Africa News Agency President Ramaphosa rallies Africa behind Green Hydrogen at inaugural Summit President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on African countries to seize the opportunity presented by green hydrogen as a catalyst for industrial transformation, energy security, and inclusive economic growth across the continent. Delivering the keynote address at the inaugural Africa Green […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Funding secured for Britain’s industrial future
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements Press release Funding secured for Britain’s industrial future Government backs 2 major Carbon Capture projects in Aberdeenshire and the Humber. Path to securing tens of thousands of jobs in the North Sea and industrial heartlands for decades to come Further investment in Scotland as government’s Plan for Change delivers […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Egypt: African Development Bank to provide $184.1 million for Africa’s largest solar energy and battery storage project
Download logo The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) has approved a financing package of up to $184.1 million to support the development of the Obelisk 1-gigawatt solar photovoltaic project and 200MWh battery energy storage system in Egypt, which will be Africa’s largest solar power plant. Located in Qena Governorate in […]

MIL-OSI Analysis: Energy Star, on the Trump administration’s target list, has a long history of helping consumers’ wallets and the planet
Source: The Conversation – USA – By Magali A. Delmas, Professor of Management, Institute of the Environment and Sustainability, Anderson School of Management, University of California, Los Angeles The blue Energy Star label is widely recognized across the U.S. Alex Tai/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images Since the early 1990s, the small blue Energy Star label […]

MIL-OSI Video: EU targets Russia’s energy and banking sectors
Source: European Commission (video statements) With the 18th sanctions package against Russia, announced on June 10th, the EU goes for the Russia’s energy and banking sectors. Europe is putting Nord Stream 1 and 2 behind for good. We are also listing additional 77 vessels that are part of the Russian shadow fleet. Oil is one […]

MIL-OSI: Turbo Energy Granted Patent for Innovative System Enabling Seamless Storage Integration and Expansion of Photovoltaic Installations
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) VALENCIA, Spain, June 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Turbo Energy S.A. (Nasdaq: TURB) (“Turbo Energy” or the “Company”), a global provider of leading-edge, AI-optimized solar energy storage technologies and solutions, today announced that it has been granted a new patent for its innovative system designed to integrate energy storage and expand photovoltaic […]

MIL-OSI: NextNRG Partners with $13 Billion Renewable Energy Investor Hudson Sustainable Group to Accelerate U.S. Energy Infrastructure Buildout
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) MIAMI, June 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NextNRG, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXXT), a pioneer in AI-driven energy solutions revolutionizing production, management, and delivery with the Next Utility Operating System®, smart microgrids, wireless EV charging, and on-demand mobile fuel, today announced a strategic partnership with Hudson Sustainable Group LLC, one of the most experienced […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Azule Energy Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to Discuss Angolan Projects, Future Investments at Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2025
Adriano Mongini, CEO of international energy company Azule Energy, will speak at this year’s Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) conference. Taking place on September 3-4 in Luanda, the event is the premier event for the country’s oil and gas industry, convening leaders, operators and financiers under one roof. At the helm of various impactful projects […]