Author: Anela Dokso

Both units of Finland’s Loviisa nuclear power plant have resumed power generation following the completion of extended annual outages, marking a critical step in Fortum’s long-term operational and modernization strategy. While the outages ensured continued safety and reliability, they also underscored the operational complexity of extending plant lifetimes amid fuel diversification efforts and infrastructure renewal.

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The European hydrogen market, especially in green hydrogen, is under a cloud of regulatory uncertainty, causing concern among producers and users who seek assurance in EU policies. Europe has the potential to become the largest demand center for green hydrogen. However, the delayed implementation of the Renewable Energy Directive III (REDIII), coupled with the ambiguity surrounding the REFuelEU Aviation regulations, blemishes the market’s prospective outlook. Challenges Around REFuelEU Aviation Regulation The prospective enforcement of REFuelEU Aviation regulations posits a financial conundrum for both airlines and consumers. If adhered to, ticket prices are predicted to rise modestly by 2030. Should airlines…

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Chile’s government has announced a recalibration of its green-hydrogen ambitions, signaling a shift in strategy as international demand softens. Speaking at Energy Week Santiago, Energy Minister Diego Pardow confirmed that the country will reduce its green-hydrogen production targets, with formal adjustments expected before March 2026, the end of the current administration’s term. “The international market for green hydrogen has cooled down a bit,” Pardow said, noting that Europe has already lowered its goals in response to slower-than-expected uptake. Globally, developers are reacting similarly, with multiple projects canceled or postponed and investment plans scaled back. Despite the cooling market, Chile continues…

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