Renewables Momentum (Indonesia): Indonesia hit 17.89% renewables in April 2026—already above its full-year target—driven by hydro projects coming online and faster diesel phase-outs. Energy Security (Ukraine): Russia carried out retaliatory strikes on key Ukrainian energy sites in Kyiv, Sumy, Chernihiv and parts of the DPR, using Gerbera drones, raising fears of more service disruption. Solar Becomes Mainstream (Global): Solar PV is no longer “alternative” but the core of new clean power: 510 GW added in 2025 and 2,383 GW total capacity, with China dominating manufacturing and deployment. Grid Reliability & Storage (China export demand): Energy shock fears are boosting overseas orders for Chinese battery storage, with more than 25 GWh planned in the US and Europe. Policy & Affordability (US): PG&E’s “Match My Payment” continues, offering dollar-for-dollar help up to $1,800 for eligible California households facing energy bill arrears. Regional Power Access (ECOWAS): ECOWAS lawmakers backed a renewable roadmap for rural electrification, pushing mini-grids/off-grid systems plus stronger financing and harmonized rules. Energy Transition Finance (Malaysia): Tenaga Nasional’s RM2.5B Islamic bond sales for solar and hydro were oversubscribed five times, signaling strong investor appetite for bankable transition projects. Energy Infrastructure (Dubai): DEWA launched a new international subsidiary to develop energy and water projects globally and export its model. Energy Transition vs. Fossil Push (India): India’s coal gasification push ramps up with incentives and a major coal-to-ammonium nitrate project in Odisha aimed at import substitution.