HUGE POTENTIAL15 Dec 2025 13:20
Active Energy Group has recently confirmed a strengthened collaboration with Indigenous Canadian Energy (ICE) for its CoalSwitch® technology and signed a 25-year solar power purchase agreement. The company is also developing a pipeline of solar and battery storage projects in the UK and UAE.
Key news items for Active Energy Group include:
CoalSwitch® Strategic Review: A strategic review of the CoalSwitch® biomass technology was completed by the new management team. The review concluded that partnering with the experienced team at ICE provides the most effective route to commercialisation through the development of a joint Validation Plant.
Solar Power Agreements: The company signed a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for a new solar project on December 3, 2025. This follows the securing of its first three renewable energy sites in September 2025, which are expected to generate £1.5 million in revenue over their contracted lifetimes.
UAE Expansion: Active Energy has a significant pipeline of renewable energy projects in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) aimed at providing low-cost power for AI and data hosting clients. In October 2025, the company announced the pre-sale of 35% of the initial 8 MW capacity for its first UAE site, ahead of it becoming operational.
Battery Storage Deal: In August 2025, the company announced a deal to develop a 150-megawatt battery energy storage system at the Fonmon Castle site in the UK.
Financial and Strategic Shifts: The company underwent a significant pivot in 2025, including a treasury review that resulted in a strategy to invest in digital assets like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana. The company also raised funds through an oversubscribed placing to pursue new energy opportunities.