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Equinor buys Orsted stake in renewables push

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🗞️ Driving the news: Equinor acquired a 9.8% stake in Danish wind energy giant Ørsted, valued at $2.5 billion, as part of its strategy to boost renewable energy investments
• This deal enhances Equinor’s renewable portfolio while Ørsted's shares rose 4%, reflecting market optimism

🔭 The context: Equinor, a Norwegian energy company, is shifting focus towards renewable energy, aiming for 12-16 gigawatts of renewable capacity by 2030
• It currently operates offshore wind farms in the U.K. and the U.S., and is involved in large-scale projects like Dogger Bank
• Ørsted has faced setbacks in its U.S. offshore wind ventures but remains a key player with plans to triple its renewable capacity by 2030

🌍 Why it matters for the planet: The acquisition aligns with Equinor's plan to cut emissions and increase renewable energy output, supporting the global energy transition
• Offshore wind power is vital for achieving climate goals and reducing reliance on fossil fuels

⏭️ What's next: Equinor aims to increase its stake to 10% in Ørsted but has no plans for board representation
• Ørsted, meanwhile, is restructuring after recent challenges in the U.S. and is focusing on achieving its ambitious renewable energy targets

💬 One quote: "The offshore wind industry is currently facing a set of challenges, but we remain confident in the long-term outlook for the sector," said Equinor CEO Anders Opedal

📈 One stat: Equinor plans to have 12-16 gigawatts of renewable energy capacity by 2030, up from 0.9 gigawatts in 2023

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