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EnBW Initiates Submarine Cabling for He Dreiht, Advancing Germany’s Largest Offshore Wind Farm

(IN BRIEF) EnBW has initiated the installation of the first of 64 submarine cables for the He Dreiht offshore wind farm, connecting its 64 turbines with 100 kilometers of cable. Executed by Seaway7 using two installation vessels, the project involves … Read the full press release

DB Schenker and Mercedes-Benz Set a New Record in Sustainable Aviation Fuel Usage

(IN BRIEF) DB Schenker and Mercedes-Benz have set a new industry benchmark by finalizing the largest-ever order of Sustainable Aviation Fuel, amounting to roughly 13,000 tons. This significant purchase is expected to cut CO2e emissions by 40,000 tons for Mercedes-Benz … Read the full press release

Norway Fuels Ukraine’s Green Rebuild with NOK 180 Million Investment in Energy-Efficiency Projects

(IN BRIEF) Norway has allocated NOK 180 million (around EUR 16 million) through Nefco to drive Ukraine’s green recovery and reconstruction efforts by funding energy-efficiency projects that renovate schools, hospitals, and wastewater facilities, as well as by installing solar energy … Read the full press release

EIB, SEB, and Luminor Propel Estonia’s Renewable Energy Ambitions with €62 Million Solar Park Investment

(IN BRIEF) A consortium led by the European Investment Bank in partnership with SEB and Luminor has provided €62 million to Sunly for a new 244 MW solar park in Risti, Estonia. Expected to be the Baltics’ largest photovoltaic facility … Read the full press release

Netmore Launches Metering-as-a-Service to Accelerate Smart Metering for Water and Gas Utilities

(IN BRIEF) Netmore Group, a global IoT network operator, has launched its Metering-as-a-Service (MaaS) for water and gas utilities. This service offers a fully managed, turnkey alternative to traditional, capital-intensive AMI systems by eliminating upfront costs and instead charging a … Read the full press release

Hydro Energi Locks in 660 GWh Renewable Power Deal with NTE to Boost Low-Carbon Aluminium Production

(IN BRIEF) Hydro Energi AS has entered into a long-term power purchase agreement with NTE to secure 660 GWh of renewable energy for the period from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2029. This contract is a key component of … Read the full press release

JERA Nex bp Unveils Elite Leadership Team to Propel Global Offshore Wind Expansion

IN BRIEF) JERA Co., Inc. and bp have announced the leadership team for their new 50-50 offshore wind joint venture, JERA Nex bp, positioning the entity as a global leader in the development, ownership, and operation of offshore wind projects. … Read the full press release

EIB Boosts Latvia’s Grid Modernization with €200 Million Loan for Renewable Energy Integration

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank has approved a €200 million loan to Latvenergo AS to upgrade Latvia’s electricity distribution network, enhancing reliability for nearly 1.9 million customers while integrating digital innovations and renewable energy sources. Scheduled for completion by … Read the full press release

TÜV Rheinland Validates SJEF Solar’s Emission Data in Pioneering ISO Certification Initiative

(IN BRIEF) On February 28, TÜV Rheinland Greater China confirmed SJEF Solar’s organizational greenhouse gas emissions and the cradle-to-gate carbon footprint of its N-type TOPCon solar cells through a thorough ISO-standard verification process that involved document reviews, interviews, and on-site … Read the full press release

AkzoNobel Advances Towards 100% Renewable Electricity with Major Milestones in China

(IN BRIEF) AkzoNobel is making significant progress in China toward its goal of achieving 100% renewable electricity across its production sites. Currently, eight of the company’s 15 facilities in China are utilizing a combination of self-generated and externally sourced renewable … Read the full press release

TUM Researchers Develop 100x Faster Method to Cut Energy Consumption in AI Neural Network Training

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the Technical University of Munich have developed a new method for training neural networks that is 100 times faster and more energy-efficient than traditional iterative approaches. By using probabilities instead of iterative adjustments, the method reduces … Read the full press release

INERATEC Secures €70 Million in Funding to Scale Up Sustainable e-Fuel Production for Aviation and Beyond

(IN BRIEF) INERATEC secures €40 million in venture debt from the European Investment Bank and €30 million in grants from Breakthrough Energy Catalyst to expand its e-Fuel production capacity. The funding supports the development of Europe’s largest sustainable e-Fuel plant … Read the full press release

Fortum Unveils Advanced Hydrogen Strategy with Kalla Pilot Plant to Power Low-Carbon Future

(IN BRIEF) Fortum is driving the global shift to a low‐carbon energy future by launching innovative hydrogen solutions showcased at the Hydrogen Summit & Expo in Tampere. Central to its strategy is the Kalla Hydrogen Pilot Plant in Finland, a … Read the full press release

Equinor, Okea and Pandion Confirm Promising Gas Discovery in Mistral Sør, Bolstering European Energy Security

(IN BRIEF) Equinor, in partnership with Okea and Pandion Energy, has confirmed a commercial gas and condensate discovery in the Mistral Sør exploration well located in the Halten area of the southern Norwegian Sea. Preliminary assessments estimate recoverable oil equivalent … Read the full press release

SFC Energy Secures Landmark Saudi Order to Power Off-Grid Surveillance with Clean Energy

(IN BRIEF) SFC Energy AG has landed its first order in Saudi Arabia by signing a contract with RESTART Limited Company for EFOY Pro methanol fuel cells and accessories, designed to power off-grid CCTV and public safety monitoring systems. After … Read the full press release

Vitol Locks in 10-Year LNG Supply Deal to Bolster Philippines’ Sustainable Energy Future

(IN BRIEF) Vitol Asia Pte Ltd has signed a 10-year LNG supply agreement with LNGPH—the integrated LNG power facilities of SPPC and Excellent Energy Resources Inc—to deliver up to 0.8 million metric tons of LNG annually starting in 2025. The … Read the full press release

Sweco Awarded Contract to Assess Environmental Risks for Ignalina’s Deep Geological Repository

(IN BRIEF) The Ignalina Nuclear Power Plant in Lithuania has contracted Sweco for €448,000 to evaluate environmental risks for a proposed deep geological repository intended for the final disposal of long-lived radioactive waste. As a vital part of Ignalina’s decommissioning … Read the full press release

SEB Nordic Energy and Ingrid Capacity Unveil Nordics’ Largest Battery Storage Project to Boost Finnish Renewables

(IN BRIEF) SEB Nordic Energy’s portfolio company Locus Energy, in partnership with Ingrid Capacity, is launching the largest battery energy storage project in the Nordics. The project, which will add 70 MW/140 MWh of storage to its Finnish renewable assets, … Read the full press release

ABB Strengthens Leadership in Smart Building Solutions with Acquisition of Siemens’ Wiring Accessories Business in China

(IN BRIEF) ABB has successfully acquired Siemens’ Wiring Accessories business in China, enhancing its position in the smart building technologies sector. The acquisition, valued at over $150 million in revenue for 2024, adds a robust distribution network across 230 cities … Read the full press release

Fortum and City of Loviisa Reach Agreement for Land Sale Near Power Plant

(IN BRIEF) Fortum and the City of Loviisa have reached an agreement for the sale of approximately 300 hectares of land near the Loviisa power plant. Valued at 10.6 million euros, the land sale is subject to approval by the … Read the full press release