
EIB grants €150 million green loan to Neoenergia for Brazil grid upgrade
The EIB has signed a €150 million green loan with Neoenergia, guaranteed by Cesce, to modernise Brazil’s electricity networks and enhance renewable integration.
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The EIB has signed a €150 million green loan with Neoenergia, guaranteed by Cesce, to modernise Brazil’s electricity networks and enhance renewable integration.

The European Commission’s €20.2 million grant to Minesto will cover 60% of the investment for Ireland’s first 10 MW tidal kite array, advancing EU net-zero goals.

Bolivia’s dwindling natural gas reserves and IMF-imposed austerity are driving up living costs and stoking public discontent, raising risks of wider instability.

Atmos Renewables has acquired a major wind and solar portfolio from BayWa r.e., as the European developer exits Australia to focus on core markets, reshaping competition in the country's renewables sector.

Siemens Energy and other German firms are positioning themselves at the center of Azerbaijan’s green energy transition and infrastructure expansion, as Baku seeks to boost renewables and regional trade.

A new report highlights the rapid expansion of European companies in technology, renewable energy and consumer services, underscoring the region’s entrepreneurial strength.

The European Investment Bank is providing €100 million to Romania’s Dama Solar project, supporting a 1.3 GW plant that will supply renewable electricity to over 280,000 households and advance EU climate goals.

ABB's integration of Gamesa Electric marks a strategic return to the utility-scale power electronics sector, expanding its global manufacturing and service capabilities.

Tekmar Group has secured a €6 million contract extension for a European offshore wind project, strengthening its growth trajectory with new financing as the sector expands.

Austrian agrivoltaics provider EWS has reported a 14% increase in winter wheat yield at its Sonnenfeld research site, highlighting the potential for solar-PV systems to boost agricultural productivity in Europe, especially during dry conditions.

The European Investment Bank’s €19 million financing supports Reactive Technologies in advancing grid stability and clean energy integration across the EU.

French renewable energy producer TSE has reported a 19.6% rise in maize yields and a 20% reduction in water loss from agrivoltaic trials, underscoring the technology’s potential for sustainable agriculture amid climate change.

Romania has approved €650 million in subsidies for solar and storage installations at public buildings, aiming to increase energy efficiency and cut costs for state institutions.

The Canadian software group has acquired the French developer of artificial intelligence systems that detect birds and bats around wind turbines. Financial terms were not disclosed, while founder Henri-Pierre Roche will remain chief executive and continue leading the company.

The Swedish metals group will acquire Votorantim’s 64.68% stake in Nexa Resources through a share exchange that values the entire company at approximately €1.74 billion. Boliden will subsequently offer cash for the remaining publicly traded shares, but the transaction still requires shareholder and regulatory approvals before its expected closing in early 2027.

The European Union has consolidated its position as one of Honduras’ key development and investment partners. As EU Head of Mission Cristina Marín concludes three years in the Central American country, bilateral financial commitments stand at €173 million, while more than €250 million in non-repayable European funds are currently being implemented.

The European Investment Bank is providing €100 million to BRD Sogelease IFN to improve access to long-term financing for Romanian SMEs and mid-sized companies. Around 80% of the funding is expected to support investments in less-developed cohesion regions, while 15% will be reserved for green projects spanning energy efficiency, renewables and sustainable transport.

Global insurance intermediary Howden has selected Miami as the headquarters for its Americas operations, reinforcing its long-term expansion strategy across North and Latin America. The move reflects the city's growing role as a regional business hub and strengthens Howden's position in one of the world's fastest-growing insurance markets.

The global biogas industry is expected to surpass €93 billion by 2036, driven by stricter climate policies, expanding biomethane production and growing investment in renewable energy infrastructure. Europe is expected to remain one of the leading markets as governments seek to reduce methane emissions and strengthen energy security.

The agreement aims to combine technical expertise, project development and financing capabilities to support the expansion of utility-scale photovoltaic projects.

Spanish energy company Repsol reported a sharp increase in quarterly earnings after benefiting from stronger crude oil prices and resilient upstream operations. The results reinforce the group's financial position as it continues investing in low-carbon energy while rewarding shareholders.

Spanish energy management company Axial is accelerating its expansion into Latin America after establishing itself as one of Europe's leading independent providers of energy market services. The company sees the region's rapidly evolving electricity markets and renewable energy boom as an opportunity to export its expertise in energy trading, portfolio optimization and risk management.

Argentina has welcomed the European Parliament's decision to reject proposed restrictions affecting soy-based biofuels, describing the vote as a positive step for bilateral trade and a signal that Europe is willing to balance sustainability goals with economic cooperation.

As geopolitical tensions once again disrupt global energy markets, the European Union is accelerating efforts to diversify its energy partnerships. With one of the world's cleanest electricity matrices and vast renewable resources, Latin America is emerging as a strategic partner in Europe's quest for greater energy security and long-term resilience.

A growing majority of Italian companies operating in Spain expect business expansion in 2026, reinforcing the Iberian country's position as one of Europe's most attractive destinations for foreign investment.

The announcement of a framework agreement between the United States and Iran has eased immediate fears of a prolonged energy crisis, sending oil and gas prices lower.

While global markets continue to navigate economic uncertainty, a select group of European companies has delivered exceptional returns in 2026.

The European Union is preparing to unveil its first-ever electrification target while deepening cooperation with Mercosur on renewable energy, hydrogen, critical minerals and strategic supply chains. The move reflects Brussels’ push to strengthen energy security and reduce dependence on imported fossil fuels.

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