The latest renewable energy news includes announcements on Copersucar, CMA CGM, Neoen, Enova, and others.
Copersucar and CMA CGM Launch Regular Bioethanol Marine Fuel Supply at Brazil’s Port of Santos
Brazilian bioethanol producer Copersucar and shipping company CMA CGM have started regular bioethanol bunkering operations at the Port of Santos. Announced October 30, the commercial supply programme follows an initial demonstration conducted in July. The first operation under the expanded programme took place October 19, supplying the 13,000-TEU CMA CGM IRON container vessel, which uses a tri-fuel engine certified for bioethanol. Partners include Bunker One, AGEO Terminais, Santos Brasil and the Santos Port Authority. Copersucar supplies the renewable fuel, while logistics partners manage transportation, storage and bunkering. Additional vessel refuelling operations are planned before the end of 2026. The initiative establishes regular commercial infrastructure for renewable marine fuel distribution.
Neoen Secures A$1.8 Billion Financing for 1.2 GW Solar, Wind and Battery Storage Portfolio in Australia
Neoen has secured A$1.8 billion in debt financing from 13 Australian and international lenders for a 1.2 GW renewable-energy portfolio. Announced October 30, the financing covers five assets across South Australia, New South Wales and Western Australia. The portfolio includes the 150 MW/193.5 MWh Hornsdale Power Reserve, 209 MW Goyder South Wind Farm, 440 MWp Culcairn Solar Farm, 215 MW/963 MWh Culcairn Battery and 179 MW Narrogin Wind Farm. Lenders include ANZ, HSBC, ING, Mizuho, Société Générale and Westpac. Since 2024, Neoen has raised more than A$5 billion in Australian debt financing, supporting 4.7 GW across 20 assets. The company targets 10 GW in Australia by 2030.
Norway Awards $428 Million for 74 MW Floating Offshore Wind Projects Using 18.5 MW Turbines
Norwegian government agency Enova has awarded NOK 3.94 billion, approximately $428 million, to support two floating offshore wind demonstration projects. Announced October 30, Fortius Offshore Wind will receive NOK 2 billion, while Fram Wind Solutions has been allocated NOK 1.94 billion. Each developer plans to install two floating turbines rated at 18.5 MW, providing combined capacity of 74 MW. The projects will be developed at the METCentre demonstration facility off Karmøy in Rogaland. Annual electricity generation is estimated at 300 GWh, equivalent to consumption by approximately 15,000 households. Construction is expected over the next five years. Funding remains conditional on project implementation.
