Author: Khushboo Goyal

Impact of EV Transition on Automotive Jobs in US: Report

Impact of EV Transition on Automotive Jobs in US: Report

December 19, 2025 | , ,

More than 1 million workers are directly involved in the manufacturing of automobiles and automotive parts across the United States. This report examines how the transition from internal combustion engine vehicles to battery electric vehicles (BEV) will impact automotive manufacturing jobs. It provides insights into the types of at-risk and in-demand occupations and skill sets, workforce training needs, geographic distribution of investment and jobs, and job quality concerns.

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Socio-Economics of Malaysia’s Energy Transition: Report

Socio-Economics of Malaysia’s Energy Transition: Report

December 19, 2025 | , ,

Renewable energy employment in Malaysia is projected to quadruple between 2021-2050 under the 1.5°C Scenario. Growth is led mainly by solar and bioenergy. As a major global solar PV manufacturer, Malaysia is well placed to leverage this global shift. Employment in solar is expected to reach around 90,000 jobs by 2030 and 224,000 by 2050, accounting for more than half of total renewable energy jobs. Bioenergy follows closely, with a share of 40.9%. These trends underscore the significance of the sector in Malaysia’s energy transition and suggest potential opportunities in terms of socio-economic benefits.

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Czechia Energy Policy Review: Report 

Czechia Energy Policy Review: Report 

December 19, 2025 | , ,

Czech Republic (Czechia) aims to phase out coal at an almost unprecedented pace. The transition from its fossil fuel legacy can be a springboard to building a vibrant clean energy economy. Updating Czechia’s suite of energy strategies is a pressing priority, as is ensuring their collective coherence. Scaling up renewables and enhancing system flexibility are critical to phasing out coal, meeting climate targets and ensuring energy security. Commendable reforms are now streamlining project approvals and enabling community investment schemes.

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Petrobras and Lightsource bp partner for renewables in Brazil

Petrobras and Lightsource bp partner for renewables in Brazil

December 19, 2025 | ,

Petrobras and Lightsource bp have entered into a strategic partnership to collaborate in the onshore renewable energy segment in Brazil. Under the agreement, Petrobras will acquire a 49.99 per cent stake in Lightsource bp’s Brazilian subsidiaries, with the transaction subject to regulatory approvals. The partnership will be structured as a joint venture (JV) with shared management responsibilities between Petrobras and Lightsource bp. 

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AMEA Power commissions 120 MWp solar project in Tunisia

AMEA Power commissions 120 MWp solar project in Tunisia

December 18, 2025 | , ,

AMEA Power has commissioned a 120 MWp solar project in the Kairouan Governorate of Tunisia. The project was financed with support from the International Finance Corporation, part of the World Bank Group, along with the African Development Bank. It is expected to produce about 222 GWh of electricity annually. Moreover, the project is estimated to reduce carbon emissions by around 117,000 tonnes annually.

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Ren-Gas secures financing for e-methane production in Finland

Ren-Gas secures financing for e-methane production in Finland

December 18, 2025 | ,

Nordic Ren-Gas Oy has raised approximately €16 million in a growth financing round. The funding round also saw participation from Taaleri Investments Ltd and Tesi. Additionally, it saw participation from the company’s existing shareholders, Allianz, and Suomen Tavara ja Raha Oy. The raised capital is intended to support renewable e-methane production for the heavy transport and shipping sector in Finland.

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ENCAVIS secures financing to acquire 265 MW Italian solar portfolio

ENCAVIS secures financing to acquire 265 MW Italian solar portfolio

December 17, 2025 | , ,

ENCAVIS has secured a €200 million non-bridge financing facility to fund the acquisition of the Italian solar portfolio known as Giotto, with a total capacity of 265 MW. The financing will be used to acquire the portfolio from EDP Renewables Italia. Additionally, the financing for the acquisition has been provided by UniCredit on a non-recourse basis. The portfolio comprises five solar parks located in Italy, with three projects situated in Lazio and two in Puglia. 

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SEG Solar to develop 3 GW manufacturing facility in Indonesia

SEG Solar to develop 3 GW manufacturing facility in Indonesia

December 17, 2025 | , ,

SEG Solar has announced plans to develop a 3 GW ingot and wafer manufacturing facility in Batang Regency, Indonesia. The project forms phase I of a broader 5 GW expansion plan for ingot and wafer production. The proposed manufacturing facility is expected to involve an investment of about $80 million, fully funded by SEG. Moreover, production at the plant is scheduled to begin in the third quarter of 2026.

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Doral Renewables signs PPA for 270 MWac solar project in Kansas 

Doral Renewables signs PPA for 270 MWac solar project in Kansas 

December 17, 2025 | , ,

Doral Renewables has entered into a power purchase agreement (PPA) for its 270 MWac Lambs Draw solar project located in Decatur County, Kansas. Under the agreement, an unnamed major US-based corporate offtaker will procure the entire electricity output of the project along with the associated renewable energy credits. The transaction was facilitated through LevelTen Energy, acting as the marketplace operator.

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OX2 begins construction 277 MW wind projects in Finland

OX2 begins construction 277 MW wind projects in Finland

December 16, 2025 | , ,

OX2 has commenced construction of three onshore wind projects in Finland following a final investment decision, covering a cumulative capacity of 277 MW. The Kannisto wind farm is located in Central Ostrobothnia, and the Korkeamaa wind farm and Salo-Ylikoski wind farm are located in Southern Ostrobothnia. Collectively, the three wind farms are expected to generate approximately 860 GWh of electricity annually. 

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ACCIONA Energía sells a wind and solar portfolio in US and Mexico 

ACCIONA Energía sells a wind and solar portfolio in US and Mexico 

December 16, 2025 | , ,

ACCIONA Energía has entered into an agreement with Mexico Infrastructure Partners for the sale of a 49 per cent stake in its 1.3 GW solar portfolio in US, along with the complete divestment of two wind projects in Mexico with a combined capacity of 321 MW. The transaction has an equity value of approximately €855 million. As part of the agreement, the company will continue to hold a 51 per cent controlling interest in the US solar assets.

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Shizen Energy signs solar PPA with Google in Malaysia

Shizen Energy signs solar PPA with Google in Malaysia

December 16, 2025 | , ,

Shizen Energy has reached financial close for a 29.99 MWac utility-scale solar project in Gurun, Kedah, Malaysia under the Corporate Green Power programme. The project company, SM 01 Sdn. Bhd., has entered into a power purchase agreement (PPA) with Google The project is scheduled to commence commercial operations in 2027. The project will provide Google with energy attributes generated from the solar plant.

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Vena Energy closes financing for 300 MWp solar project in Philippines

Vena Energy closes financing for 300 MWp solar project in Philippines

December 15, 2025 | , ,

Vena Energy has reached the financial close for its Opus solar energy project in the Philippines. The financing involves participation from seven international financial institutions, including BNP Paribas, Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank, DBS Bank Ltd., Intesa Sanpaolo S.P.A., MUFG Bank Ltd., Standard Chartered Bank Limited, and Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation.

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IFC invests in green hydrogen project in Uruguay

IFC invests in green hydrogen project in Uruguay

December 15, 2025 | , ,

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has announced an investment in the Kahirós green hydrogen project in Uruguay. The financing will support the Kahirós project, to be developed in partnership with Grupo Santander. Kahirós is a consortium formed by the Uruguayan companies Ventus, Fidocar, and Fraylog, with additional financial support from the United Nations’ Renewable Energy Innovation Fund. 

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EC approves Austrian cleantech manufacturing scheme

EC approves Austrian cleantech manufacturing scheme

December 15, 2025 | ,

The European Commission (EC) has approved, under the European Union (EU) State aid rules, an Austrian scheme worth about €100 million to support manufacturing capacity aligned with Clean Industrial Deal objectives. The approval has been granted under the Clean Industrial Deal State Aid Framework (CISAF) adopted on June 25, 2025. The scheme will be implemented through direct grant

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Energy transition in Kosovo, Serbia, North Macedonia 

Energy transition in Kosovo, Serbia, North Macedonia 

December 15, 2025 | ,

Kosovo’s energy sector currently finds itself at a critical juncture, grappling with the dual challenges of transitioning towards decarbonisation while addressing the deep-rooted issue of energy poverty. Serbia primarily relies on low-quality lignite for electricity production as nearly 70 per cent of electricity is produced by thermal power plants, this causes huge challenges regarding air pollution. North Macedonia remains highly dependent on coal for supply security, with the main production of electrical energy coming from Bitola and Oslomej/Kičevo thermal power plants.

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US DOE’s Speed to Power: To accelerate large-scale grid projects to support AI

US DOE’s Speed to Power: To accelerate large-scale grid projects to support AI

December 15, 2025 | , ,

The US DOE, through its Grid Deployment Office, launched the Speed to Power initiative to speed up the development of large-scale power transmission and generation projects, to enable the grid to meet the growing energy demands from AI and manufacturing. The initiative aims to accelerate the development of such projects, starting with a RFI titled, “Accelerating Speed to Power/Winning the AI Race: Federal Action to Rapidly Expand Grid Capacity and Enable Electricity Demand Growth”, to get input into near-term investment opportunities, project readiness, load growth expectations and infrastructure constraints that DOE can address.

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India’s wind sector regains momentum, but challenges persist

India’s wind sector regains momentum, but challenges persist

December 15, 2025 | , ,

As per the National Institute of Wind Energy estimates, India has immense wind energy potential – about 695.5 GW at 120 metres above the ground level. As of October 31, 2025, India’s installed wind power capacity stands at 53.59 GW. The wind sector is entering a phase of meaningful but measured progress. Momentum is building through hybrids, RTC demand and a strong manufacturing base, yet execution bottlenecks, slow contracting and offshore uncertainties must be resolved for the country to stay on course toward its ambitious 2030 wind capacity target.

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ECF and partners join forces for green hydrogen project in Canada

ECF and partners join forces for green hydrogen project in Canada

December 12, 2025 | , ,

Elemental Clean Fuels (ECF) is working with Sc.wén̓wen Economic Development and Kruger Kamloops Pulp L.P. on the Kamloops Clean Energy Centre (KCEC), a proposed green hydrogen facility with a planned capacity of 10 MW. The KCEC project is planned at the Kruger Kamloops pulp mill in Kamloops, British Columbia, and is expected to supply all of its green hydrogen output directly to the kiln operations. 

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Iberdrola begins construction on 366 MW solar projects in Spain

Iberdrola begins construction on 366 MW solar projects in Spain

December 12, 2025 | , ,

Iberdrola España has started construction of two solar projects in Valencia, Spain, involving an investment of about $252 million. The projects comprise the Ayora 1 and Cofrentes I solar farms, having a combined installed capacity of 366 MW. These projects are expected to strengthen regional energy independence and are scheduled to be commissioned by the end of 2026.

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