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Ignacio Galán Highlights Electrification Opportunities at CERAWeek

At CERAWeek, Ignacio Galán, president of Iberdrola, highlighted the challenges and opportunities related to electrification and AI for electrical systems. Meeting with industry leaders, he emphasized the importance of investing in infrastructure to meet the growing demand for electricity, particularly due to the rise of data centers. As a global leader, Iberdrola plays a key role in these discussions on energy self-sufficiency and competitiveness.

Source: Iberdrola, published under the title "Ignacio Galán highlights the opportunities of electrificatio..." - 25 March 2026

Enel Announces Purchase of 25 Million Own Shares in March 2026

Enel S.p.A. has revealed the acquisition of over 25 million own shares between March 16 and 20, 2026, as part of a buyback program aimed at enhancing shareholder returns. The average purchase price is set at €9.3727 per share, totaling over €236 million. Since the launch of the program, Enel has repurchased nearly 77 million shares, bringing its total holdings to over 213 million own shares.

Source: Enel, published under the title "Enel informs about the purchase of treasury shares between M..." - 25 March 2026

Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz: Rising Fertilizer Prices and Crop Impact

The recent escalation of tensions in the Strait of Hormuz has triggered a surge in fertilizer prices, forcing farmers to reassess their crop choices. As urea prices have soared by over 30% in just a week, producers, particularly in the United States, are considering reducing corn acreage in favor of less nitrogen-dependent crops like soybeans. This situation highlights the vulnerability of the global agricultural system to geopolitical shocks, exacerbated by the lack of coordinated policies to secure fertilizer supply.

Source: Agropages, published under the title "Urea up by a third in a week: The Hormuz fallout on fertiliz..." - 24 March 2026

Equinor Strengthens Its Energy Portfolio with Wind Complex in Brazil

Equinor has acquired the 230 MW Esquina do Vento wind complex, consisting of 51 Vestas turbines, in the state of Rio Grande do Norte. This acquisition aligns with Equinor's strategy to develop an integrated energy portfolio, combining renewable energy and trading, to meet the growing demand for reliable energy in Brazil. The project is expected to generate approximately 1 TWh per year, thereby enhancing wind energy production in the region.

Source: Equinor, published under the title "Equinor strengthens integrated power portfolio in Brazil" - 24 March 2026

Equinor Begins Drilling for Raia Gas Project in Brazil

Equinor has commenced drilling for the Raia project in the Campos Basin, marking a key milestone towards the planned start-up in 2028. This project, with significant natural gas reserves, could meet 15% of Brazil's gas demand while generating jobs and integrating low-carbon technologies.

Source: Equinor, published under the title "Equinor starts drilling major gas development in Brazil" - 24 March 2026

TotalEnergies Abandons Its Offshore Wind Projects in the U.S.

TotalEnergies has signed agreements with the U.S. Department of the Interior to withdraw from its offshore wind projects due to high costs and negative impacts on energy accessibility. The company will reinvest the recovered lease fees into gas production and export development, thereby supporting U.S. energy strategy and LNG supply for Europe.

Source: Totalenergies, published under the title "United States: TotalEnergies Signs Agreements with U.S. Depa..." - 24 March 2026

Inauguration of Europe's Largest Floating Solar Plant in Belgium

TotalEnergies and Holcim have inaugurated a 31 MW floating solar plant in Belgium, the largest in Europe dedicated to self-consumption. Located on a rehabilitated former quarry site, it produces 30 GWh of renewable electricity annually, used by Holcim's facilities. This project highlights innovation in the sustainable construction sector and the commitment to decarbonizing industrial operations.

Source: Totalenergies, published under the title "Belgium: TotalEnergies and Holcim inaugurate Europe’s larges..." - 21 March 2026

Iberdrola Facilitates Remote Participation for Its 2026 AGM

Iberdrola has launched a remote participation campaign for its Annual General Meeting scheduled for May 29, 2026, allowing shareholders to vote through various means until May 28. The company, celebrating its 125th anniversary, is offering an additional dividend and incentives to encourage participation while enhancing its communication channels with investors.

Source: Iberdrola, published under the title "Iberdrola launches its remote participation campaign for the..." - 20 March 2026

Iberdrola Reaches 11,000 MW Production Capacity in the United States

Iberdrola, a major player in the renewable energy sector, announces it has surpassed 11,000 MW of production capacity in the United States. This milestone underscores the company's commitment to the energy transition, although it does not directly fall within the scope of agritech and plant technologies, which focus on specific applications related to agriculture and bioproduction.

Source: Iberdrola, published under the title "Iberdrola reaches 11,000 MW of generation capacity in the Un..." - 20 March 2026

Ignacio Galán Attends the Awarding of an Honorary Doctorate to Sergio Mattarella

Ignacio Galán, President of the Social Council of the University of Salamanca, attended the ceremony honoring Italian President Sergio Mattarella, who received an honorary doctorate. This distinction, the highest of the university, highlights Mattarella's commitment to humanism and European values, essential pillars for democratic coexistence and the common European project.

Source: Iberdrola, published under the title "Ignacio Galán attends the conferral of an honorary doctorate..." - 20 March 2026

Enel: 2025 Results Rise Driven by International Operations

Enel has released its financial results for 2025, showing an increase in revenues and profits, primarily due to improved performance in international markets. Despite pressure on margins in Italy, the company has successfully met its strategic objectives, with ordinary EBITDA in line with forecasts and a reduction in financial charges. Net debt has slightly increased, but the group maintains strong financial flexibility, supported by a rising dividend for its shareholders.

Source: Enel, published under the title "Enel: 2025 results, which increased thanks to international ..." - 20 March 2026

Equinor Strengthens Market Focus with Two New Business Areas

Equinor announces the establishment of two new business areas to better capture opportunities in the energy market. The first focuses on refining and infrastructure, while the second aims to enhance trading and integrate digital solutions. These changes are designed to improve value creation and align strategy with market needs, with implementation planned for 2027.

Source: Equinor, published under the title "Stronger market orientation to capture more value" - 19 March 2026

TotalEnergies Opens France's First Advanced Plastic Recycling Plant

TotalEnergies has inaugurated an advanced plastic recycling plant in Grandpuits, marking a key step in transforming its site into a zero-crude platform. With a capacity of 15,000 tons per year, this facility employs pyrolysis technology to convert hard-to-recycle plastic waste into synthetic oil, enabling the production of recycled plastics of equivalent quality to virgin plastics. This initiative, in partnership with Plastic Energy, Citeo, and Paprec, aims to support the development of a new recycling industry in France.

Source: Totalenergies, published under the title "Grandpuits Zero-crude Platform: TotalEnergies Starts Product..." - 19 March 2026

TotalEnergies Calls for Its General Assembly in May 2026

The Board of Directors of TotalEnergies has decided to convene its Ordinary and Extraordinary General Assembly on May 29, 2026, with proposals for the renewal of mandates and the addition of a new director. Gender parity within the Board will be maintained, and amendments to the statutes regarding age limits for executives will also be on the agenda. A discussion on sustainable development ambitions and energy transition will take place.

Source: Totalenergies, published under the title "Convening of the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting on May 29, 202..." - 19 March 2026

Farms: New Renewable Energy Hubs by 2050

FRANCE - In light of the need to reduce dependence on fossil fuels, farms could play a key role in renewable energy production. France is focusing on biomass to develop biofuels, but concerns are emerging regarding the availability of this resource. The multiannual energy programming anticipates an increase in biogas injection capacity, while agrivoltaics could enable farms to produce as much electricity as nuclear power. A forward-looking study suggests that by 2050, 80% of farms could become energy producers, thus transforming the agricultural and energy landscape.

Publié par Pleinchamp, Source: Pleinchamp, published under the title "[Dossier] Produire de l’énergie sur les fermes, ou comment c..." - 18 March 2026

Iberdrola: Global Leader in Business Ethics for the 13th Year

Iberdrola, the only Spanish energy company in the ranking of the most ethical companies, reinforces its commitment to responsible governance practices. With its subsidiary Avangrid, it stands out among global leaders in ethics, having been evaluated on over 240 criteria. This recognition highlights the growing importance of integrity in the energy sector while consolidating Iberdrola's reputation as a model of compliance and transparency.

Source: Iberdrola, published under the title "Iberdrola, selected among the most ethical companies in the ..." - 18 March 2026

Upgrade of the Electric Network in Salford: ScottishPower Moves Quickly

ScottishPower Electricity North West, a subsidiary of ScottishPower, is investing over €27 million in modernizing Salford's electric network. This project includes the installation of powerful transformers and the replacement of outdated cables to meet the growing electricity demand driven by the rise of technologies such as electric vehicles and modern heating systems.

Source: Iberdrola, published under the title "ScottishPower’s Greater Manchester grid upgrade project is p..." - 18 March 2026

Iberdrola to Invest €20 Billion in the UK by 2028

The meeting between Rachel Reeves and Ignacio Galán in Madrid highlights Iberdrola's commitment to the UK, with a strategic investment of €20 billion planned by 2028. This amount will primarily be allocated to modernizing electrical networks, a crucial issue for the electrification of the economy and the country's energy security.

Source: Iberdrola, published under the title "Rachel Reeves, the UK Secretary of State for Business, meets..." - 18 March 2026

Equinor Strengthens Helicopter Fleet in Bergen with New Contract

Equinor has awarded a contract to Bristow Norway AS for helicopter services in Bergen, Norway. This contract, valued at approximately 1.1 billion NOK, will commence on May 1 and will include two S-92 helicopters for offshore transport from Flesland Airport. With this new agreement, Equinor, which operates around 5,000 helicopter flights annually, ensures operational continuity by maintaining two existing helicopters while collaborating with other operators.

Source: Equinor, published under the title "Equinor strengthens helicopter capacity in Bergen" - 18 March 2026

Oil Discovery Strengthens Development of Johan Castberg Field

Equinor announces a new oil discovery in the Johan Castberg field, with estimates of 14 to 24 million recoverable barrels. This advancement is part of a continuous exploration strategy, aiming to drill one to two wells per year to increase resources and extend production. The initial volume of the field is 500 to 700 million barrels, with a significant increase target. Construction of the Isflak discovery has also begun, marking a key milestone in the development of this region.

Source: Equinor, published under the title "New oil discovery strengthens the development of Johan Castb..." - 18 March 2026