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Trump criticises UK’s North Sea oil taxation as excessive. US President Donald Trump has criticised the UK for high taxes on North Sea oil, calling it a “TREASURE CHEST” for the country. He urged for incentives to attract drillers, highlighting potential financial gains and reduced energy costs.
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European ESG start-ups face challenges in global scalability. Despite Europe’s strong regulatory framework, start-ups struggle with international interoperability. Improvements in scalability and integration are necessary for global success….
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KKR partners with CleanPeak Energy to boost solar energy growth. The A$500 million investment aims to enhance CleanPeak Energy’s distributed solar and battery solutions for Australia’s commercial and industrial sectors, supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy with significant cost benefits….
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NatWest sets a £200 billion sustainable finance target by 2030. The bank aims to significantly boost climate and transition finance, expanding its previous goal. This new initiative supports NatWest’s net zero ambitions and aligns with the 2015 Paris Agreement….
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Google partners with Energy Dome for global energy storage deployment. The collaboration aims to enhance the use of clean energy by implementing Energy Dome’s long-duration storage solutions, addressing renewable energy intermittency, and supporting Google’s goal for 24/7 carbon-free energy….
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Green Project Technologies will acquire Emitwise’s technology platform. Emitwise’s solutions help procurement teams manage supply chain carbon footprints. Green Project’s acquisition aims to enhance carbon management capabilities and expand market reach. Emitwise co-founders join Green Project post-acquisition….
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Deutsche Bank appoints Esra Turk as Global Head of Sustainable Finance. The bank’s investment division has significantly contributed to its sustainable finance volumes, with Turk’s extensive experience in emerging markets poised to enhance Deutsche Bank’s global efforts….
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Macquarie to acquire renewable energy firm Erova Energy. The acquisition aims to expand Erova’s platform internationally, leveraging Macquarie’s financial strength and market access to enhance renewable asset optimisation services. Erova specialises in wind, solar, waste-to-energy, and battery storage solutions….
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Mizuho Financial Group acquires Augusta & Co to enhance services. The acquisition aims to bolster Mizuho’s M&A advisory platform and energy credentials, leveraging Augusta’s expertise in renewable and energy transition advisory to support clients in transitioning to a low-carbon economy….
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US M&A rebounded this week with bank tie-ups, rail megadeals, and a media merger finalised. Five standout transactions revealed strategic integration, regulatory shifts, and consolidation pressures.