Latest Energy Transition News

Kinetiko Energy is progressing rapidly from exploration to production with a major onshore gas discovery in South Africa, targeting first commercial compressed natural gas by late 2027 through a phased, capital-efficient development.

Channel Infrastructure has unlocked value from decommissioned assets while the Marsden Point Biorefinery project broadens its scope to include fertiliser production, aiming to boost New Zealand’s fuel and economic security.

Lithium Universe (ASX: LU7) has made significant progress in its Silver Extraction PV Recycling (SEPR) project by developing a microwave-based delamination process that preserves valuable solar panel materials and reduces energy use. The company is also advancing its lithium refinery plans in North America.

Ioneer has signed non-binding MOUs with Korea’s KIND and Hyundai Engineering, edging closer to a Final Investment Decision for its Rhyolite Ridge lithium-boron project in Nevada.

Tyranna Resources has secured $1.075 million through a discounted share placement and options, aiming to fund exploration and working capital for its Angola projects, including the Chinguar Gold Project.

QPM Energy Limited and its subsidiaries have entered voluntary administration with McGrathNicol appointed as administrators and FTI Consulting as receivers over key gas-producing entities. The move aims to stabilise operations and explore restructuring options amid ongoing financial distress.

Tyranna Resources is divesting its Namibe Lithium and Caesium Project in Angola to Sinomine Resource for US$1.44 million, redirecting capital to its newly acquired Chinguar Gold Project.

Lakes Blue Energy is positioning its Wombat Gas Project as a key contributor to Victoria's energy security and emerging AI infrastructure, with a conceptual study projecting a post-tax NPV10 of A$605 million and first gas in early 2029.

Altech Batteries has gained a three-month extension to secure full financial close on its €46.7 million German government grant, supporting its innovative CERENERGY® Sodium Chloride Solid State battery project in Saxony.

GenusPlus Group has finalized its acquisition of MPC Kinetic, marking a significant diversification into the Queensland gas sector and renewable infrastructure services. The deal was funded through a combination of cash reserves, debt facilities, and a recent $200 million equity raise.

Kinetiko Energy has approved a Field Development Plan marking its shift from exploration to production at the Brakfontein gas project in South Africa, aiming to fast-track gas output and secure strategic funding.

West Cobar Metals (ASX: WC1) has expanded the exploration potential of its Baxter Fluorspar Project after satellite spectral analysis revealed extensive alteration beyond historical mines, identifying new fluorite targets along a 3 km corridor. The acquisition, subject to due diligence, offers exposure to a critical US mineral supply chain.