CINEA Launches 5th Call for Cross-Border Renewable Energy Projects
On September 2, the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) opened its 5th call for projects seeking Cross-Border Renewable Energy (CB RES) status, a prerequisite for EU funding under the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) Energy Programme. The initiative aims to strengthen EU energy security and support decarbonization by encouraging innovative cooperation on projects involving wind, solar, biomass, ocean, geothermal, and hybrid renewable solutions, with applications due by February 5, 2026[5].
Mocean Energy and SolarDuck Announce Offshore Hybrid Renewable Power Collaboration
Scottish wave energy firm Mocean Energy and Dutch floating solar developer SolarDuck signed a memorandum of understanding to develop integrated offshore systems combining wave and solar technologies. Their joint concept aims to deliver clean, reliable energy for offshore assets, supporting power, communications, and auxiliary systems in remote locations[1].
Helion Energy Begins Construction of Orion Fusion Power Plant
Helion Energy broke ground on the Orion Fusion Power Plant in Washington State, targeting over 50 MW of clean baseload electricity by 2028 using deuterium-helium-3 fusion technology. The project seeks to demonstrate commercial fusion’s viability and meet rising demand for 24/7 clean power, especially from technology companies and AI data centers; Microsoft has already signed a power purchase agreement for Orion’s future output[1].
UNECE Sustainable Energy Week 2025 Focuses on Resilient Energy Systems and Regulatory Dialogues
UNECE’s Sustainable Energy Week (September 29–October 2, 2025) will convene global experts to discuss just transition strategies, energy efficiency, renewable energy, system costing, and regulatory frameworks. The event will feature thematic sessions on energy policy, cross-sectoral cooperation, digital transformation, and strategic priorities for resilient and affordable modern energy technologies[2].
Global Energy Transition Maintains Steady Momentum Despite Fossil Fuel Dominance
A recent Nextcontinent study finds that the global shift to renewables continues, with modern renewable sources now accounting for just over 12% of total energy supply and 38% of new energy capacity in 2024, although fossil fuels remain dominant. The report highlights growing investment in renewables and nuclear, but emphasizes the need for coordinated global action and regulatory support to accelerate decarbonization and grid modernization[3].