In this week's episode of energy transition today we discuss the outcome of the vote on France's controversial energy bill and what it means for the country's build out ambitions.

In the UK, we breakdown the circumstances surrounding the government begging off support for the 11.5GW Xlinks project potentially threatening the imminent financial close on phase one.

We also touch on Northvolt's ongoing piecemeal sale, the collapse of a 2.2GW hydrogen project in Australia, potential merger of Ovo Energy and Scottish Power and the suspension of the $6 billion sale process for Cubico.

Hosted by:

Maya Chavvakula – Head of News
Mathilde Dorbessan – Junior Reporter
Aishwarya Harsure – Analyst

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