(IN BRIEF) Continental is strengthening its sustainability efforts by transitioning the majority of its ContiTech PVC-based products to INEOS Inovyn’s CO₂-optimized NEOVYN™ PVC, which carries a 37% lower carbon footprint than conventional European-standard PVC. Supported by renewable energy sources such … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Environment, Germany, Industrial, Management, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Arnaud Valenduc, automotive interiors, chemical industry fasteners, Christian Dohmen, Continental, Continental Accelerates Materials Decarbonisation through Large-Scale Adoption of Low-Carbon PVC from INEOS Inovyn, ContiTech, conveyor belts, CO₂ optimized materials, hydropower, industrial hoses, INEOS Inovyn, ISCC PLUS, low carbon hydrogen, low carbon PVC, mining sector materials, NEOVYN PVC, recycled raw materials, renewable energy manufacturing, rubber recycling, solar energy, sustainability strategy, sustainable materials, wind energy
(IN BRIEF) The COSMOMAG project, led by four Principal Investigators including CERN cosmologist Chiara Caprini, has received an ERC Synergy Grant to investigate the origins and evolution of cosmic magnetic fields. Caprini, the first CERN staff member to earn this … Read the full press release
Posted in Awards, Business, Environment, News, Science, Switzerland, Technology
Tagged Andrii Neronov, Axel Brandenburg, CERN, Chiara Caprini, cosmic magnetic fields, cosmic magnetism, COSMOMAG, early Universe cosmology, ERC Synergy Grant, Franco Vazza, gamma rays, gravitational waves, New COSMOMAG Research Initiative Secures ERC Support to Reconstruct Magnetic History of the Universe, primordial plasma, radio astronomy, Stockholm University Nordita, Université Paris Cité, University of Bologna, University of Geneva
(IN BRIEF) CERN’s fourth Environment Report presents the organization’s progress in making high-energy physics more environmentally responsible while detailing new sustainability goals set through 2030. Covering 2023 and 2024, the report highlights advances such as the LHC’s record integrated luminosity, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Science, Switzerland, Technology
Tagged Benoît Delille, biodiversity, CERN, CERN Highlights Major Efficiency Gains and Introduces New Environmental Commitments in Fourth Environment Report, CO₂-equivalent emissions, data centre, electricity consumption, energy efficiency, Environment Report, environmental goals 2030, ESG reporting, High-Luminosity LHC, integrated luminosity, ISO 50001, LHC, noise control, PUE 1.1, sustainability, waste management, water management
(IN BRIEF) The German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI) and Mainz University Medical Center have initiated the MARK project to understand and predict the biological aging of the immune system using artificial intelligence. Funded by the Rhineland-Palatinate Ministry of … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Education, Environment, Germany, Healthcare, News, Pharma & Biotech, Science, Society, Technology
Tagged aging research, AI in medicine, Andreas Dengel, artificial intelligence, biotechnology, blood stem cells, Center for Thrombosis and Hemostasis, Clemens Hoch, data science, DFKI, DFKI and Mainz researchers pioneer AI-driven insights into immune decline and age-related health risks, Germany, healthy aging, immune system aging, Kaiserslautern, life sciences, Mainz, Mainz University Medical Center, MARK project, MARK project combines artificial intelligence and biotechnology to advance healthy aging research in Rhineland-Palatinate, Molecular Analysis of Age-Related Risk Mechanisms, predictive health models, Rhineland-Palatinate Ministry of Science and Health, Wolfram Ruf
(IN BRIEF) At COP30 in Belém, Statkraft inaugurated new hybrid renewable projects in Brazil’s Bahia and Pernambuco states, adding 340 MWp of solar capacity through the Morro do Cruzeiro, Santa Eugênia, and Serrita solar farms. The €200 million (NOK 2.3 … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, News, Norway, Technology
Tagged Andreas Bjelland Eriksen, Bahía, battery storage, Belem, Birgitte Ringstad Vartdal, Brazil, climate change, CO2 reduction, COP30, energy transition, Fernando de Lapuerta, Green Transition Scenarios, hybrid power, Jerônimo Rodrigues, Morro do Cruzeiro Solar, Norway, Paris Agreement, Pernambuco, renewable energy, Santa Eugênia Solar, Serrita Solar, solar energy, Statkraft, Statkraft Brazil, Statkraft expands Brazilian portfolio to 2.3 GW with new renewable projects unveiled at COP30 in Belem, Statkraft inaugurates major hybrid solar and battery projects in Brazil at COP30 to drive clean energy transition, sustainable development, Thiago Tomazzoli, wind energy
(IN BRIEF) PNE Group has won approvals for two onshore wind projects in France — the Romescamps (10.8 MW) and Chéry (10 MW) wind farms — through the country’s 10th tender for onshore wind energy. The projects, upgraded via modificative … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, France, Germany, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Management, News
Tagged Centre-Val de Loire, Chéry Wind Farm, clean energy, climate protection, energy transition, European energy market, France, Hauts-de-France, modificative permits, onshore wind energy, PNE expands French renewable portfolio with two approved wind projects delivering over 20 MW capacity, PNE France, PNE France achieves tender success with Romescamps and Chéry wind farms enhancing renewable output, PNE group, renewable energy, Roland Stanze, Romescamps Wind Farm, SWEET programme, wind power, wind turbines
(IN BRIEF) EMPA has contributed vital insights to a major ETH Zurich-led study showing how flexible operation of electric vehicles and heat pumps could strengthen Switzerland’s energy system. Coordinated use of these technologies would make renewable energy more efficient, reduce … Read the full press release
Posted in Electronics & Machinery, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Industrial, Science, Switzerland, Technology
Tagged carbon neutrality, Christian Schaffner, dynamic tariffs, electric vehicles, Electricity Imports, Empa, energy system, EPFL, ETH Zurich, ETH Zurich and EMPA highlight how energy flexibility can cut Swiss electricity imports and stabilize the grid, Federica Bellizio, flexibility, grid stability, heat pumps, HSLU, PATHFNDR, PSI, renewable energy, Siobhan Powell, solar power, SWEET programme, Swiss consortium led by ETH Zurich finds flexible technologies key to balancing renewable energy and demand, Swiss Federal Office of Energy, Switzerland Energy Strategy 2050, TU Delft, UNIGE, ZHAW
(IN BRIEF) Hydro and the Nobel Peace Center unveiled the Peace Bench at COP30 in Belém, Brazil, highlighting the importance of dialogue in addressing climate challenges. Made with aluminium sourced from Hydro’s operations in Pará and designed by Snøhetta, the … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Industrial, Management, Media, Metals and Minerals, News, Norway, Society
Tagged aluminium, Amazon, Belem, Brazil, circular economy, climate dialogue, COP30, Global Collaboration, green transition, Hydro, Hydro and Nobel Peace Center Unveil Peace Bench at COP30 to Champion Dialogue and Sustainability, John Thuestad, Kjersti Fløgstad, Nobel Peace Center, Pará, Peace Bench, responsible mining, Snøhetta, sustainability, Vestre
(IN BRIEF) Vattenfall and Industrikraft have formalized a partnership to develop new nuclear power in Sweden, with Industrikraft acquiring a 20% share in Videberg Kraft AB and investing SEK 400 million. The consortium, which includes leading Swedish companies such as … Read the full press release
Posted in Construction, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Management, News, Sweden, Technology
Tagged ABB, Alfa Laval, Anna Borg, Boliden, EU energy transition, fossil-free electricity, Green Energy, Hitachi Energy, Höganäs AB, Industrikraft, nuclear power, Ringhals, Saab, SSAB, Stora Enso, sustainable power, Sweden, Swedish industry, Tom Erixon, Vattenfall, Vattenfall and Industrikraft Partner to Drive Sweden’s Next Generation of Nuclear Energy, Videberg Kraft AB, Volvo Group
(IN BRIEF) SGS has joined the Global Circularity Protocol as part of its mission to accelerate the global shift toward circular, sustainable business models. Announced at COP30 in Brazil, the company will support the protocol’s implementation with its strong track … Read the full press release
Posted in Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Industrial, Management, News, Security & Safety, Switzerland, Technology
Tagged carbon reduction, circular economy, Climate Action, COP30, environmental audits, ESG assurance, global business transformation, Global Circularity Protocol, IMPACT NOW, life cycle assessment, Rafael Navazo, SGS, SGS joins the Global Circularity Protocol to champion sustainable transformation at COP30, sustainability, sustainability certification, UNEP, WBCSD
(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank Group has expanded its Green Checker tool globally, enabling countries beyond the EU to identify and assess green investment opportunities. Launched at COP30 in Brazil, the platform simplifies climate eligibility assessments for projects and … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, European Union, Financial, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Internet & Online, Investment, Luxembourg, News
Tagged Ambroise Fayolle, Belém Brazil, climate finance, COP30, EIB Expands Digital Tool Worldwide to Empower Green Investments Under EU Global Gateway, EIB Group, EU taxonomy, European Investment Bank, Global Gateway, Green Checker, green transition, Middle East, North Africa, public sector, renewable energy, SMEs, sustainable investment, Western Balkans
(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group will unveil a series of climate-focused initiatives at COP30 in Belém, Brazil, strengthening global action on clean energy, biodiversity, and sustainable development. Backed by its Climate Bank Roadmap Phase Two, the EIB … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, European Union, Financial, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Luxembourg, News
Tagged adaptation finance, Amazon, Ambroise Fayolle, Belem, biodiversity, Brazil, clean energy, Climate Action, Climate Bank Roadmap, COP30, EIB Group, EIB Group to Launch Global Green Investment Drive and Biodiversity Programs at COP30 in Brazil, EIF, European Investment Bank, European Union, global warming, green finance, Latin America, nature restoration, reforestation, renewable energy, sustainable development, women entrepreneurs
(IN BRIEF) The University of Bristol’s multidisciplinary team will play a significant role at COP30 in Brazil, engaging in research presentations, negotiations, and side events to advance global climate, biodiversity, and equity discussions. Led by experts like Dr Filipe França, … Read the full press release
Posted in Education, Environment, News, Science, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Alice Venn, Alix Dietzel, Amazon, biodiversity, Brazil, Cabot Institute for the Environment, climate finance, COP30, environmental policy, Filipe França, Global Climate Action, Indigenous rights, Karen Tucker, Katharina Richter, Paris Agreement, sustainability, UK Universities Climate Network, University of Bristol, University of Bristol delegation joins COP30 to advance climate justice and biodiversity solutions in the Amazon
(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the University of Leeds have developed an interactive map revealing that tropical deforestation can raise local temperatures by up to 5°C, intensifying heat exposure and threatening human health in vulnerable regions. The tool, led by Dr … Read the full press release
Posted in Education, Environment, Ireland, News, Science, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Belem, Brazil, climate change, climate resilience, COP30, CSSP Brazil, deforestation, Dr Andy Hartley, Dr Carly Reddington, Dr Nike Doggart, environmental policy, forest protection, global warming, heat exposure, International Science Partnerships Fund, Leeds researchers unveil interactive tool revealing how tropical forest loss fuels dangerous local heat across the globe, Met Office, Nature Climate Change, Professor Dominick Spracklen, Rondonia, sustainability, Tanzania, tropical forests, Tropical Forests Forever Facility, UK Government, University of Leeds, University of Leeds launches global map showing deforestation-driven temperature surges up to 5°C in tropical regions
(IN BRIEF) RWE has completed installation of all 44 turbine foundations and secondary steel structures for the 1.6 GW Nordseecluster offshore wind project off the German coast. Each monopile weighs around 1,500 tonnes and forms part of Nordseecluster A, which … Read the full press release
Posted in Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Germany, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, News
Tagged clean power, Eemshaven, energy transition, European renewables, Germany, green electricity, Nordseecluster, Nordseecluster A, Nordseecluster B, Norges Bank Investment Management, offshore construction, Offshore wind, renewable energy, RWE, RWE Advances Germany’s Largest Offshore Wind Cluster with Completion of 44 Turbine Foundations, sustainability, Van Oord, wind energy, wind turbines
(IN BRIEF) DNV has inaugurated its London Cruise Centre to provide enhanced, time-zone-aligned support for cruise operators, shipyards, and ports across Europe. The centre will focus on helping the cruise industry address growing complexity through decarbonization, digitalization, and regulatory compliance. … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Norway, Technology, Travel, United Kingdom
Tagged Alberto Manfredini, alternative fuels, Classification, cruise industry, cruise modernization, cruise operations, decarbonization, digitalization, DNV, energy efficiency, Europe, global cruise network, green shipping, London Cruise Centre, marine technology, maritime innovation, Maritime Safety, New DNV London Cruise Centre brings global expertise closer to UK and European cruise operators, Robert Galinski, Shipbuilding, sustainability, UK
(IN BRIEF) Vattenfall has received final planning approval from the Federal Maritime and Hydrographic Agency (BSH) for its Nordlicht 2 offshore wind farm, completing the permitting for the 1.6 GW Nordlicht cluster in the German North Sea. Comprising 44 turbines … Read the full press release
Posted in Art & Culture, Construction, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Malta, Management, News, Sweden, Technology
Tagged BorWin Delta, BSH, clean energy, CO₂ reduction, energy transition, Federal Maritime and Hydrographic Agency, fossil free future, Germany, grid connection, Jonas van Mansfeld, Low-Emission Steel, Netherlands, NOR-6-3, Nordlicht 1, Nordlicht 2, Nordlicht 2 Offshore Wind Farm Approved, North Sea, Offshore wind, renewable energy, Scandinavia, Strengthening Vattenfall’s Leadership in European Offshore Energy, sustainability, United Kingdom, V236-15.0 MW, Vattenfall, Vattenfall Advances German Energy Transition with BSH Approval for Nordlicht 2 Offshore Wind Project, Vestas, wind power
(IN BRIEF) WinGD has entered into a strategic partnership with Qatar Shipyard Technology Solutions to enhance engine service and technical support for ship operators in the Middle East. Signed during Nor-Shipping, the MoU expands WinGD’s Global Service by WinGD programme, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Industrial, Management, News, Switzerland, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged energy efficiency, engine retrofit, Global Service by WinGD, hybrid energy integration, Jos J.A.A. Goris, lifecycle maintenance, LNG carriers, marine engines, marine power systems, Maritime Engineering, Middle East, Nor-Shipping, OEM-quality services, Qatar Shipyard Technology Solutions, Rudolf Holtbecker, ship repair, shipowners, sustainable shipping, vessel optimization, WinGD, WinGD Expands Global Service Network Through New Collaboration to Enhance Engine Aftercare in the Middle East, WinGD Partners with Qatar Shipyard Technology Solutions to Deliver Advanced Marine Engine Support in the Region
(IN BRIEF) ORLEN has opened its first high-performance fast-charging hub for electric vehicles along the S7 expressway at Olsztynek Południe, offering up to 400 kW of power and charging times of around 20 minutes. The hub, capable of charging eight … Read the full press release
Posted in Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Poland, Technology
Tagged CEF Transport AFIF, electric vehicles, Energa, energy transition, European Union, EV infrastructure, fast charging, Gorzów Wielkopolski, Krzysztof Kaczyński, Marek Balawejder, Nowy Dwór Gdański, Olsztynek Południe, ORLEN, ORLEN Accelerates Poland’s EV Transition with New 400 kW Fast-Charging Hub at Olsztynek Południe, ORLEN Charge, ORLEN Expands E-Mobility Network with First Ultra-Fast Charging Hub Along S7 Expressway, Perun E-mobility, Piotr Suchodolski, Poland, S7 Expressway, sustainable mobility, Szczecin, Zero-Emission Transport, Zgorzelec
(IN BRIEF) The University of Groningen has named its future University College Groningen headquarters the Bladergroen Building, honoring pioneering child psychologist Wilhelmina Bladergroen. Located at Bloemsingel 1, the building combines the restoration of a 1911 monument with sustainable new construction … Read the full press release
Posted in Construction, Education, Environment, Industrial, Investment, Management, Netherlands, News, Science, Technology
Tagged Architecture, Bladergroen Building, Bloemsingel 1, Education, Elephant Taller, green building, Groningen, Healthy Ageing Campus, Hegeman B.V., heritage restoration, inclusive education, interdisciplinary learning, J.A.W. Vrijman, Joke Fleer, Netherlands, renovation, solar panels, sustainability, Thermal Energy Storage, UCG, University College Groningen, University of Groningen, University of Groningen Names Bladergroen Building as New Sustainable Home for University College Groningen, Wilhelmina Bladergroen
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