Author: Business Enquirer
In a bold stride toward reshaping the future of distributed energy, Queensland-based RedEarth Energy Storage has announced the development of what it calls the world’s first ‘Microgrid-in-a-Box’ (MIB), a fully integrated, modular energy system designed to simplify and democratise home energy management. Developed in partnership with China’s Nebula Electronics and Germany’s ambibox, the MIB combines solar power, battery storage, and bidirectional EV charging capabilities in one sleek platform. The goal: make energy self-sufficiency both scalable and accessible for households across the globe. Slated for release in 2026 across China, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, the MIB leverages the strengths of…
In a significant milestone for U.S. energy infrastructure, Venture Global has officially begun site work on its third liquefied natural gas (LNG) export terminal, CP2 LNG, located in Cameron Parish, Louisiana. The move follows recent final approval from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and export authorisation from the U.S. Department of Energy, marking the project’s full regulatory clearance. With CP2 now underway, Venture Global is poised to become the largest LNG exporter in the United States and the second largest globally once the facility becomes operational in 2027. The company’s rapid expansion highlights a broader trend of U.S. energy…
India’s aviation sector has ascended to the third position globally in terms of passengertraffic, driven by rapid expansion, improved connectivity, and significant infrastructureinvestments, according to a new report by the International Air Transport Association(IATA). Amitabh Khosla, IATA’s Country Director for India, Nepal and Bhutan, attributed thisgrowth to the strengthening of domestic carriers, increased airport development, and arobust aviation ecosystem. “In 2023, the industry contributed $53.6 billion to India’seconomy and supported 7.7 million jobs across the country,” he stated. The report reveals that aviation now accounts for 1.5% of India’s Gross DomesticProduct (GDP), with employment generated both directly and indirectly. The…
As global supply chains face increasing scrutiny, London-based data platform Sedex is championing a powerful solution: site-specific sustainability data. In today’s climate-conscious and regulation-heavy world, transparency isn’t just a nice-to-have, it’s essential. Gone are the days when companies could afford to overlook the deeper layers of their supply chains. From government mandates like the EU’s Deforestation Regulation and the UK Modern Slavery Act to consumer and investor expectations around the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals and net-zero pledges, businesses are being called to account like never before. Yet many companies are still operating in the dark. “Too often, companies gather data…
LONGi Green Energy Technology has once again solidified its leadership in sustainable innovation, earning a place in the 2025 S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook (China Edition) for the third consecutive year. The accolade underscores the solar giant’s ongoing excellence in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance and its steadfast commitment to responsible, green development. The Yearbook, based on the rigorous S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA), now in its 26th year, serves as a global benchmark for ESG excellence. Out of more than 1,600 Chinese enterprises evaluated, only 164 were selected for inclusion in this year’s edition, highlighting the competitive nature…
Mosman Oil and Gas Ltd has announced a significant step in reshaping its helium portfolio strategy with the execution of a royalty agreement designed to unlock value from the Billy Goat helium project, part of its Vecta venture in Colorado, USA. Under the deal, the AIM-listed energy company will exchange its direct working interest in the project for a 5% overriding royalty interest (ORRI) on future revenues, ensuring a stream of income while freeing up capital and operational resources. The agreement, struck with Colorado-based operator Desert Eagle Operating LLC, allows Mosman to maintain a long-term financial interest in the high-potential…
South Africa-based Harmony Gold Mining Company has announced a landmark deal to acquire MAC Copper, owner of Australia’s high-grade CSA Copper Mine, in a transaction valued at $1.03 billion (A$1.6 billion). The acquisition marks a major strategic expansion into copper and significantly strengthens Harmony’s global production portfolio. The deal, subject to customary regulatory approvals and closing conditions, is expected to be finalised in the December quarter of 2025. Once completed, MAC will become a wholly owned subsidiary of Harmony, further solidifying the company’s position as a diversified, cash-generative global producer of gold and copper. At the heart of the transaction…
The global digital twin market in manufacturing is on a meteoric rise, with new projections forecasting its value to soar from $17.71 billion in 2024 to a staggering $207.87 billion by 2029. This explosive growth, driven by surging demand for smart factory technologies, real-time data integration, and advanced simulation tools, is expected to occur at a blistering compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 63.6%, according to The Business Research Company’s Digital Twin in Manufacturing Global Market Report 2025. What was once a high-tech novelty is quickly becoming a manufacturing mainstay. Digital twins, virtual replicas of physical systems, are transforming production…
The world’s renewable energy capacity is poised for extraordinary growth over the next decade, with projections showing it will more than triple, from 3.42 terawatts (TW) at the end of 2024 to a staggering 11.2TW by 2035. That’s the key finding from GlobalData’s latest Renewable Energy Outlook, which highlights a global surge in clean energy investment, policy support, and technological innovation. While the projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11% between 2024 and 2035 marks a slight deceleration from the 16% seen between 2015 and 2024, the scale of expansion remains remarkable. The report underlines a decisive global pivot…
A major milestone has been reached at the Woodfibre LNG project in British Columbia, as the first large-scale modules arrived over the weekend, signalling the start of vertical construction at the site. The delivery marks a pivotal step in the development of what is set to become Canada’s first net-zero liquefied natural gas export terminal. Seven massive pipe rack modules, specially engineered to support LNG piping infrastructure, were transported to the site via heavy-lift cargo vessel and are now being prepared for offloading at the newly built Marine Offloading Facility near Squamish. These prefabricated steel structures will eventually form the…