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DNV Leads Industry Collaboration to Enhance Wind Turbine Blade Certification Standards

(IN BRIEF) DNV, a leading energy expert and assurance provider, spearheaded a collaborative effort resulting in the revision of the DNV-ST-0376 rotor blade standard, aimed at meeting the evolving needs of wind turbine owners and manufacturers. In response to the … Read the full press release

Fortum to Enhance Loviisa Nuclear Power Plant’s Efficiency with Turbine Modernisation

(IN BRIEF) Fortum announces plans to modernise the low-pressure turbines at its Loviisa nuclear power plant, beginning in 2026 as part of lifetime extension investments aimed at ensuring reliable electricity production until 2050. With the Finnish Government granting a new … Read the full press release

Alfa Laval Introduces PureBallast 3 Ultra: Next-Level Ballast Water Management System

(IN BRIEF) Alfa Laval unveils PureBallast 3 Ultra, the latest evolution of its leading ballast water management system (BWMS), set to redefine industry standards with enhanced performance, efficiency, and ease of installation. Building upon two decades of experience, PureBallast 3 … Read the full press release

Germany Approves Unrestricted Sales of 100% Renewable Diesel, Neste Celebrates Milestone

(IN BRIEF) Germany’s recent approval of unrestricted sales of 100% renewable diesel, following the DIN EN 15940 fuel standard, marks a significant milestone in the country’s journey towards decarbonizing its transport sector. Neste, a leading producer of renewable fuels, welcomes … Read the full press release

Repsol and Amazon Join Forces for Convenient Returns at Spanish Service Stations

(IN BRIEF) Repsol and Amazon have launched a pioneering returns service in Spain, leveraging Repsol’s extensive service station network. Over 700 Repsol stations already offer customers the convenience of returning Amazon purchases without labels or boxes, with plans for further … Read the full press release

Societe Generale and Envision Join Forces for Green Technology Advancements

(IN BRIEF) Societe Generale and Envision have inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at driving forward the development of green technologies and optimizing the carbon footprint of businesses in line with global energy transition goals. The collaboration entails Societe … Read the full press release

Neste, Marubeni, and Resonac Collaborate for Renewable Olefins Production

(IN BRIEF) Neste, Marubeni Corporation, and Resonac Corporation have formed a partnership to facilitate the production of renewable olefins and derivatives. Through this agreement, Neste’s renewable feedstock, Neste RE™, will be utilized by Resonac at its Oita Complex in Japan, … Read the full press release

Vietnam Airlines Makes History with First Sustainable Aviation Fuel Flight

(IN BRIEF) Vietnam Airlines achieved a significant milestone by operating its inaugural flight fueled by Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel™, becoming Vietnam’s first airline to utilize sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for commercial passenger flights. The Airbus A321, departing from Changi … Read the full press release

Gasum and Equinor Extend LNG Supply Deal for Cleaner Maritime Transport

(IN BRIEF) Gasum and Equinor have entered into a long-term contract for Gasum to supply LNG to Equinor’s dual-fuel chartered fleet of vessels, building on their successful previous collaboration. Gasum’s bunker vessels Coralius, Kairos, and Coral Energy will facilitate bunkering … Read the full press release

VELUX Group Achieves 100% Renewable Electricity Goal with Completion of Agri-PV Solar Park in Spain

(IN BRIEF) The VELUX Group celebrates the completion and full operation of a 54 MWp photovoltaic (PV) solar park in Alhendín, Spain, developed by BayWa r.e. under a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA). This innovative Agri-PV installation combines renewable energy generation … Read the full press release

RWE Ventures into Australian Battery Storage: Limondale BESS to Pave the Way for Renewable Energy Transition

(IN BRIEF) RWE, a leading player in global renewables, has announced its investment decision to construct Australia’s inaugural eight-hour lithium-ion Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) adjacent to its Limondale Solar Farm in New South Wales. With a capacity of over … Read the full press release

EIF Commits EUR 30m to 123 Transition Energétique 2 Fund for Renewable Energy SMEs

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF), under the InvestEU program, pledges EUR 30 million as a cornerstone investor to the 123 Transition Energétique 2 fund, managed by 123 Investment Managers and advised by Lendosphere. This fund aims to address … Read the full press release

Swissport Makes Strides Towards Sustainability Goals with Electric Vehicle Rollout at Basel and Geneva Airports

(IN BRIEF) Swissport, a prominent airport ground service provider, is advancing its sustainability agenda with the introduction of new electric vehicles (EVs) at Basel and Geneva airports. Aligned with the Science-Based Targets initiative, Swissport aims to achieve short-term CO2 reduction … Read the full press release

DNV Assists SN Aboitiz Power Group in Pioneering Battery Energy Storage System at Magat Hydroelectric Plant

(IN BRIEF) DNV, a renowned energy expert and assurance provider, has collaborated with SN Aboitiz Power Group (SNAP) in the development of a groundbreaking Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) co-located with the Magat Hydroelectric Power Plant in the Philippines. The … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies Greenlights Expansion in Brazil with Atapu and Sépia Fields Development Phases

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies, in collaboration with Petrobras and partners in the Atapu and Sépia consortiums, has approved the Final Investment Decision (FID) for the second development phases of the Atapu and Sépia fields situated in the pre-salt Santos Basin, offshore … Read the full press release

RWE Initiates Nordseecluster: Pioneering Offshore Wind Project to Catalyze Green Energy Transition

(IN BRIEF) In a significant move towards bolstering Germany’s energy transition and contributing to global decarbonization efforts, RWE has announced the commencement of its Nordseecluster project. This groundbreaking initiative entails the construction of offshore wind farms with a cumulative capacity … Read the full press release

Lightsource bp Partners with CSIC to Study Lesser Kestrel Habitat Use in Andalusia

(IN BRIEF) In a collaborative effort, Lightsource bp has teamed up with scientists from the CSIC Biological Station in Spain to conduct a groundbreaking study on the habitat use of Lesser Kestrels in Andalusia. Nine kestrels have been equipped with … Read the full press release

DNV Clinches Technical Advisory of the Year Award at 2024 Wind Investment Awards

(IN BRIEF) DNV, a leading assurance and risk management provider, secures the prestigious Technical Advisory of the Year honor at the 2024 Wind Investment Awards. This recognition highlights DNV’s exceptional contributions to the wind industry, particularly in the UK, where … Read the full press release

Dürr Delivers Milestone Painting Robot for Audi’s Electric Vehicle Line

(IN BRIEF) Dürr, a leading mechanical and plant engineering company, reached a significant milestone by producing its 18,000th painting robot for Audi in Ingolstadt. The EcoRP L033i robot, equipped with Dürr’s latest EcoBell4 atomizer featuring 4-main-needle technology, will be installed … Read the full press release

Equinor and Partners Invest NOK 12 Billion to Boost Gas Infrastructure in Troll West

(IN BRIEF) Equinor and Troll partners have committed to investing over NOK 12 billion to enhance the gas infrastructure in the Troll West gas province, aiming to accelerate production from the reservoir and sustain high gas export levels leading up … Read the full press release