European Commission Approves Five New Cross-Border Renewable Energy Projects
The European Commission has added five new cross-border renewable energy (CB RES) projects to its official list, making a total of 13 eligible for financial support under the CEF Energy programme. Highlights include the 1 GW Liivi Bay Offshore Wind Farm in Estonia and the 200 MW Eleja-Jonišķis Wind Park spanning Latvia and Lithuania, both set to strengthen regional grid stability and accelerate the transition to clean energy in the Baltic region[1].
Global Investment in New Renewable Energy Projects Hits Record $386 Billion in First Half of 2025
Global investment in new renewable energy projects rose by 10% compared to 2024, reaching $386 billion in the first half of 2025, with offshore wind attracting $39 billion and driving much of the growth. The EU-27 saw a notable 63% increase in investment, while the US experienced a 36% decline due to policy uncertainty, and mainland China remained the largest market, accounting for 44% of global new investment[2].
Solar Organic Plans 10GW Solar and Battery Manufacturing Facility in Spain
Solar Organic Centro España will build a 10GW solar module and battery manufacturing site in Castilla-La Mancha, Spain, positioning it among the largest planned clean energy manufacturing facilities in Europe. The project, supported by regional government prioritization and EU financial aid programs, aims to strengthen European supply chains for solar and energy storage technologies[5].
Kelso Solar Projects in Missouri Push Forward, Backed by Meta
Construction is underway for the Kelso 1 & 2 Solar Projects in Missouri, which will deliver a combined 430 MW of clean energy with phase 1 expected online by late 2025. The projects reflect robust solar industry growth, leveraging private sector investment and high-efficiency technology to power over 80,000 homes and support regional sustainability goals[4].
EU Considers Stricter Gas Import Origin Rules to Enforce Russian Ban
European Union countries are reviewing stricter requirements for companies to prove the origin of imported gas, aiming to strengthen enforcement of the bloc’s plan to phase out Russian energy imports. This regulatory move seeks to bolster energy security and accelerate the EU’s transition away from fossil fuels[3].
Deep Reinforcement Learning Improves Resilient Power Dispatching
A new deep reinforcement learning (DRL) framework has demonstrated superior performance in power dispatching compared to traditional methods, reducing operational costs and increasing system stability. The research highlights the potential for advanced AI to revolutionize energy management by dynamically adapting to fluctuations in power demand and resource availability[7].