Climate
IEA flags rising heavy-rainfall risk for Kenya’s power grid
The agency’s new assessment says 95% of Kenya’s electricity grid could face heavier rainfall by mid-century under a global-warming scenario above 3°C.
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IEA says grid flexibility and efficiency matter as Türkiye’s electricity demand grows
The 2026 review sets out policy recommendations on demand, renewables, coal and energy security.
Energy
Samsung C&T agrees to join Kairos Power’s EPC team for Hermes 2 in Tennessee
Kairos Power said on 21 September 2026 that Samsung C&T agreed, in a binding term sheet, to provide up to $100 million in investment and engineering services and to join its EPC team for Hermes 2 in Tennessee.
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EWEC forecasts a reduction of more than 45% in Abu Dhabi power and water emissions by 2035
The utility’s long-term plan projects lower emissions despite rising electricity demand; its solar, battery and reverse-osmosis targets are not completed outcomes.
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Net Power takes over Saulsbury EPC agreement for planned 123 MW Texas gas plant
Net Power took over EMPower’s owner position in a Saulsbury Industries EPC agreement priced at $196,711,035.70 for an approximately 123 MW gas facility; the assignment closed on 31 August 2026.
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Burns & McDonnell delivers 128 MW Georgia Power battery near Warner Robins
Georgia Power said on 15 September 2026 that its 128 MW Robins Battery Facility near Warner Robins, Georgia, reached commercial operation, with Burns & McDonnell as EPC contractor delivering the project on schedule.
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Kuwait’s electricity peak falls for a second summer
Kuwait’s peak electricity load reached 17,540 MW in summer 2026, below last year’s high despite additional loads joining the grid.
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Renewables generated 54.1% of EU electricity in the second quarter of 2026
Solar led renewable output, while national shares ranged from 19.8% to 97.7%.
Energy
Tenova to supply electric arc furnace for Nippon Steel’s Yawata works
GE Vernova will provide the furnace’s power system.
Energy
Afghanistan approves electricity networks in AFN 2.7bn procurement package
Afghanistan’s Procurement Commission approved 12 of the 30 projects discussed on 12 September, with a combined value of about AFN 2.7 billion. The deputy prime minister’s office said the approved projects included electricity supply and distribution networks in several provinces.
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HMRC details temporary zero VAT plan for domestic electricity in Great Britain
The 8 September tax note sets out a 0% rate for qualifying electricity supplies during 1 October 2026–31 March 2027.
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Sri Lanka secures $57.44m for rooftop solar and grid upgrades
Sri Lanka secured about $57.44 million in ADB, EU and Japan financing for rooftop solar and distribution-grid upgrades. The 2026–2030 project includes 25 MW of aggregated rooftop photovoltaic capacity.
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