June, 2025

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China Smashes Solar Installation Record

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China installed its highest solar power capacity for a single month in May, according to official data, which showed mind-boggling figures that the country installed more solar capacity in a month than any other nation did for the entire 2024. With 93 gigawatts (GW) of solar capacity installed in May, China smashed its own record of 71 GW in December 2024, per data from the National Energy Administration cited by Bloomberg.

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Centrus Completes 900-kg HALEU Delivery to DOE in U.S. Nuclear Fuel Enrichment Milestone

POWER Magazine

Centrus Energy has produced and delivered 900 kilograms (kg) of High-Assay, Low-Enriched Uranium (HALEU) to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), completing Phase II of its pioneering enrichment contract with the agency. The shipment marks the first significant domestic production of HALEU—a specialized fuel required for many advanced reactors now under development—and stands as a […] The post Centrus Completes 900-kg HALEU Delivery to DOE in U.S.

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Adnoc Gas Awards $5bn Contracts

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Adnoc Gas has awarded contracts for the $5bn first phase of its 1.5bn cfd Rich Gas Development project. The project will handle associated gas from Adnoc’s crude expansion projects and puts the UAE a step closer to gas self-sufficiency by 2030.

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How Natural Gas Works in Power Plants: Fueling the Nation’s Energy Needs

True Natural Gas

When you flip a light switch or power up your laptop, you’re tapping into a massive network of energy production—and there’s a good chance natural gas played a part. In fact, natural gas is one of the leading sources of electricity in the United States. But how exactly does it work in power plants, and why is it such a crucial piece of our national energy puzzle?

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IEA sees 2025 energy investment hitting $3.3 trillion

Oil & Gas 360º

(Oil Price) – Energy investments this year are set to hit $3.3 trillion on the back of a strong increase in spending on things such as wind and solar, the International Energy Agency has forecast. In its latest World Energy Investment report, the agency also said that China will cement its position as the top energy investor globally this year.

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EOG Resources Acquires Encino for $5.6B, Expands Premier Utica Shale Position

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EOG Resources has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Encino Acquisition Partners (EAP) for $5.6 billion, including net debt, in a transaction that significantly strengthens EOG’s position in the Utica Shale. The sellers are Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments) and Encino Energy. The acquisition will be funded through a combination of $3.5 billion in new debt and $2.1 billion in existing cash, allowing EOG to preserve its shareholder equity.

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Big Oil’s $1.2 Trillion Bet? WoodMac Predicts CCUS Market Surge

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Global research and consultancy group Wood Mackenzie has predicted that the global Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) market will surge 28-fold by 2050 to 2,061 million tonnes per annum, surpassing trillions of dollars in value. According to WoodMac, countries across the globe led by U.S., Canada and Europe have committed $80 billion for CCUS so far, with just 50 CCUS projects with a capacity to store 51 million tonnes of CO2 per year currently operational.

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Always Improving: The Safest Energy System in the World 

American Gas Association

AGA Newsroom True Blue Blog Where energy conversations come to life. The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) is one of the most important government agencies that many Americans have never heard of. PHMSA oversees the safe operation of our nation’s pipeline system, as well as approximately a million daily shipments of hazardous materials.

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£1 billion offshore wind funding must be catalyst for government-industry collaboration to achieve UK wind targets

Offshore Energies UK

Leading trade body Offshore Energies UK (OEUK) has welcomed today’s announcement of £1 billion in funding from a number of sources for the offshore wind supply chain – calling it a positive signal but urging government to use it as a springboard for much wider action. Commenting, OEUK Sustainability and Policy Director Mike Tholen said: “This investment in the offshore wind supply chain is a positive step and a clear signal of support for a growing industry at the heart of the UK’s net zero goal

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TotalEnergies Eyes Mozambique LNG Restart in Summer 2025

Offshore Engineer

TotalEnergies expects its $20-billion Mozambique liquefied natural gas (LNG) project to resume development 'this summer', Chief Executive Patrick Pouyanne said on Wednesday…

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Solar Grazing Scales Up Across the U.S.: From California to the Midwest

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A new report shows that over 113,000 sheep are now grazing under solar panels—highlighting the rapid growth of dual-use land for farming and clean energy. 113,000 Sheep, 129,000 Acres: Solar Grazing Is No Longer Niche The first-ever U.S. Solar Grazing Census, conducted by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) in collaboration with the American Solar Grazing Association (ASGA), reveals a sweeping surge in agrivoltaic practices across the country.

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Canada Could Begin First Pacific LNG Production This Weekend

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Canada could produce its first-ever liquefied natural gas (LNG) for export from the Pacific coast as early as this weekend, according to industry sources familiar with project timelines cited by Reuters. LNG Canada, a massive $40-billion project in Kitimat, British Columbia, is completing cooldown operations on Train 1, which are scheduled from June 16 to 19.

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India Scientists Develop Hydrogen Production Method Using Only Solar Power

POWER Magazine

Scientists in India said they have developed a scalable next-generation device that produces green hydrogen by splitting water molecules using only solar energy. A group at the Bengaluru-based Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS), an autonomous institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), said the process would produce a clean fuel that could support decarbonizing industries, along with fueling vehicles.

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Equinor announces Johan Castberg FPSO producing at full capacity

Oilfield Technology

Three months after coming on stream, Equinor has announced that the FPSO Johan Castberg is producing at peak capacity of 220 000 bpd of oil. This increases energy deliveries from the Barents Sea by 150%.

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Oil Review Middle East - Untitled Article

Oil Review Middle East

Global upstream oil investment is set to fall this year for the first time since the Covid slump in 2020, with upstream oil and gas spending gravitating to the Middle East, according to the 2025 edition of the IEA’s annual World Energy Investment report The forecast 6% drop, the steepest since 2016, is driven mainly by a sharp decline in spending on US tight oil, and reflects lower oil prices and demand expectations.

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One of Wyoming’s largest oil producers drilling its first 3-mile well

Oil & Gas 360º

Publisher’s Note: Anschutz Exploration will present at EneCom Denver – The Energy Investment Conference at the Westin Downtown , August 17-20, 2025. Register to attend. (Cowboy State Daily) – A revolution in drilling technology is transforming Wyoming’s Powder River Basin, turning what was once an economically challenging oil play into a more promising frontier, according to energy insiders and locals watching it unfold.

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Whitecap and Veren Finalize $10.4B Merger, Create Top-7 Canadian Oil & Gas Producer

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Whitecap Resources and Veren have completed a CA$15 billion (US$10.43 billion) all-share merger, officially announced on May 12, 2025. The merger creates a new heavyweight in Canadian energy, ranking as the seventh-largest oil and gas producer and the fifth-largest natural gas producer in the country by output. The merged company will operate under the Whitecap Resources name and will be headquartered in Calgary, Alberta.

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The Shifting Landscape of American Energy Sources

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This animated chart, via Visual Capitalist's Bruno Venditti, uses data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration to illustrate how the country’s energy generation landscape has evolved since 1950. U.S. Energy Generation by Source, 1950–2024 As seen in the video above, natural gas has experienced the most significant growth—rising from just 6.2 quadrillion BTUs in 1950 to 39.2 in 2024—making it the leading energy source in recent years, surpassing both coal and oil.

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Out of Sync: The Infrastructure Misalignment Undermining the U.S. Grid 

POWER Magazine

U.S. power infrastructure—the intricate physical fabric that laces together generation, transmission, and distribution—is under intensifying strain. Outdated and overextended, it must now absorb relentless growth from electrification and data centers […] The post Out of Sync: The Infrastructure Misalignment Undermining the U.S. Grid appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Commonwealth LNG Gets Final OKs to Build, Export from FERC, DOE

Marcellus Drilling News

Commonwealth LNG received major news this week from two different government agencies. The first bit of news was a final authorization from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to proceed with building the $11 billion project in Cameron, Louisiana. The second bit of news was a final authorization to export to countries without a free.

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Iraq Expands Gas Projects to Curb Flaring

Iraq Business News: Oil & Gas

By John Lee. As part of Iraq's government-backed gas development programme, the Ministry of Oil has reported significant progress in reducing gas flaring and increasing gas utilisation. It says the Ministry has raised associated gas capture from 53% to 70%, and dry gas production from 1,300 to 1,800 million standard cubic feet per day (mmscfd). Key projects already completed or underway include: Halfaya Gas Project (Missan): 300 mmscfd Basra Gas Company (BGC) (BNGL1 and BNGL2): 200 mmscfd each A

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Nigeria’s GEIL exports first crude from new onshore terminal

Oil & Gas 360º

(World Oil) – Nigerian energy company Green Energy International (GEIL) has completed the development of the Otakikpo onshore terminal, situated in OML 11 near Port Harcourt. In June 2025, the company lifted its first crude cargo from the newly-constructed facility—the first indigenous onshore terminal constructed in the country in five decades—signaling the start of operations at the terminal.

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RWE Inks O&M Deals with Clarkson Port Services for Nordseecluster OW Project

Offshore Engineer

RWE Offshore Wind has awarded two long term agreements to Clarkson Port Services to support the operations and maintenance activities at its 1.

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Oil and Gas Production Surges in Argentina’s Vaca Muerta Shale

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Argentina's Vaca Muerta shale play posted significant first-quarter gains in 2025, building on last year's strong performance, with oil output surging 26% and gas production rising 16% year-on-year, according to Rystad Energy estimates. This growth is shifting Argentina away from its historical dependence on gas imports, pushing the nation closer to energy self-sufficiency.

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‘World’s Largest’ Energy Storage Site Approved as Part of California Solar Project

POWER Magazine

The California Energy Commission (CEC) has approved the Darden Clean Energy Project, which the agency said is the first to be fast-tracked under the group's Opt-In Certification program. The commission said the installation features 1,150 MW, or 4,600 kWh, of battery energy storage, along with a 1,150-MW solar array with about 3.1-million panels. The post ‘World’s Largest’ Energy Storage Site Approved as Part of California Solar Project appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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U.S. Energy Exports Highest in History @ 30.9 Quadrillion BTUs

Marcellus Drilling News

The United States continued to produce more energy than it consumed in 2024. This surplus energy production helped energy exports grow to a record high 30.9 quadrillion British thermal units (quads) in 2024, up 4% from 2023. Energy imports remained flat at 21.7 quads in 2024, indicating that the United States exported 9.3 quads more.

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Find High-Capacity POIs Fast With ATC Data in Enverus PRISM®

Enverus

Are you struggling to find substations with real injection potential? In this blog, you’ll learn how developers use planning models and historical ATC data in PRISM to identify viable POIs, avoid costly surprises in the queue and confidently move forward with high-potential projects. First off, what is available transfer capacity (ATC)? ATC refers to the remaining power transfer capability from a particular substation to the transmission network.

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How Customizable JT Skids Are Optimizing Gas Processing

Pro-Gas Services

In the dynamic and demanding world of natural gas processing, the pursuit of efficiency is relentless. For engineers and project managers across the Texas energy landscape, the core challenge remains the same: how to maximize the recovery of valuable products, meet stringent quality specifications, and maintain cost-effectiveness. The answer often lies not in overly complex, capital-intensive machinery, but in the elegant application of fundamental thermodynamic principles.

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Reusing produced water

Oilfield Technology

You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience. Skip to main content Advertisement Register for Oilfield Technology magazine Sign in Contact us Home News Sectors Exploration Drilling & production Offshore & subsea Hydraulic fracturing Digital oilfield HSE Special reports Product news Magazine Webinars Spotlight interviews Events White papers Advertise Get your magazine Home Special reports 27 Jun 25 Reusing produced water Reusing produced water

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China Launches Phase 2 Deep-Sea Gas Field Adding 4.5BCM To Supply

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China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) has fully launched the second phase of its Deep-Sea No. 1 natural gas project in the South China Sea, boosting domestic output by 4.5 billion cubic meters (bcm) per year. The project, China’s largest deepwater gas development to date, officially reached full capacity on June 26, according to CNOOC officials cited by China Daily.

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Duke Energy Advances New 1.4-GW Gas-Hydrogen Power Plant in South Carolina Under New Energy Security Mandate

POWER Magazine

Duke Energy intends to submit an application to South Carolina’s Public Service Commission (PSC) for approval to build a 1.4-GW gas-fired combined cycle plant with hydrogen capability in Anderson County. […] The post Duke Energy Advances New 1.4-GW Gas-Hydrogen Power Plant in South Carolina Under New Energy Security Mandate appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Scatec Accelerates Egypt Wind & Solar Projects

Mees

Norwegian renewables firm Scatec is progressing both wind and solar projects across Egypt. On 15 June it announced plans to build a 900MW onshore wind project at Ras Shukeir on the Gulf of Suez and also said it has reached financial close of the 1.1GW ‘Obelisk’ solar project in southern Egypt, where it began construction in May (MEES, 9 May).

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Funding boost for UK hydrogen market a welcome step, says OEUK

Offshore Energies UK

Offshore Energies UK has welcomed today’s government announcement of over £500 million to support the development the UK’s first network for hydrogen transport and storage. The investment confirmed in the Spending Review is a major boost to the UK’s ambitions to become a clean energy superpower and to support industrial regions including Teesside, Merseyside, the Humber and Scotland.

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Revolutionizing ERCOT Power Grid Forecasting with Enverus New Model

Enverus

The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) manages one of the most dynamic and complex power grids in the United States, serving over 26 million customers across Texas. Forecasting energy demand and supply in this region is no small feat. From extreme weather events like Winter Storm Uri to the rapid growth of renewable energy sources, ERCOT’s grid faces unique challenges that make accurate forecasting critical, yet difficult.

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API 580: Complete Guide to Risk Based Inspection

PetroSync

API 580, the global standard for Risk-Based Inspection (RBI), plays a vital role in enhancing safety, reliability, and efficiency in the oil and gas industry. This internationally recognized framework offers a systematic approach to identify, assess, and manage risks related to equipment integrity. In this article, we’ll dive into the fundamentals of API 580, its [.

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U.S. Utility-Scale Battery Storage Has Surged 15-Fold Since 2020

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For years, battery systems have only played a marginal role in U.S. electricity networks, with power utilities focusing more on building out capacity from natural gas plants and renewable energy sources. According to energy data portal Cleanview, five years ago, the United States had 74 times more wind farm capacity and 30 times more solar capacity than battery capacity within its power generation system.

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Polish Group Receives Millions to Expand Hydrogen Projects

POWER Magazine

Polish state-owned energy company ORLEN said it has secured more than 1.7 billion zloty ($458.3 million) in grants from European Union (EU) post-pandemic recovery funds to expand its hydrogen energy projects. The company on June 16 said the funding will enable production of hydrogen using renewable energy, along with infrastructure to support the use of hydrogen fuel in central Europe.