Category Archives: Environment

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Collaborative Energize Programme Enables Sandoz and Partners to Accelerate Decarbonization Across Healthcare Value Chain

(IN BRIEF) Sandoz has joined two new multi-buyer virtual Power Purchase Agreements in Europe under Schneider Electric’s Energize programme, working with suppliers to support new renewable energy projects and expand access to clean electricity. The agreements build on a previous … Read the full press release

ALLPLAN Expands Global Adoption of AI Enabled BIM Platform to Support Faster More Accurate Delivery of Complex Construction Projects

(IN BRIEF) ALLPLAN is seeing growing global adoption of its AI-enabled BIM platform as construction companies increasingly turn to intelligent, data-driven tools to manage complex projects. By combining AI-powered design assistance, visualization, and cloud collaboration with established BIM workflows, the … Read the full press release

New Maryland Office Strengthens Vaisala and Xweather Commitment to US Market Growth and Advanced Meteorological Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Vaisala has opened a new Xweather office in Gaithersburg, Maryland, expanding its US footprint and reinforcing its commitment to delivering weather and environmental intelligence solutions. The site will house teams across sales, engineering, and leadership roles, serving as … Read the full press release

New Contract Expands ANDRITZ Footprint in Specialty Metals with 20 High Reversing Mill Scheduled for 2027 Start Up

(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ has been awarded a contract by a leading titanium manufacturer in China to supply a 20-high reversing cold rolling mill scheduled to begin operations in April 2027. The installation will produce high-quality titanium and nickel alloy strip … Read the full press release

New Sustainability Assessments Place Henkel Among Top Performing Companies Worldwide for Responsible Business Practices

(IN BRIEF) Henkel has enhanced its performance in major sustainability ratings, earning its first A score for Climate in the CDP 2025 assessment and improving its EcoVadis score to 84 points, maintaining Gold Medal status and ranking among the top … Read the full press release

FORVIA Unveils Integrated Technology Portfolio for Construction and Mining Equipment at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026

(IN BRIEF) FORVIA will present an integrated portfolio of technologies for construction and mining equipment at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026, marking the first joint showcase of innovations from FORVIA Faurecia and FORVIA HELLA for off-highway markets. Highlights include the world premiere of … Read the full press release

TRATON GROUP and WWF Sweden Establish Strategic Partnership to Tackle Biodiversity Risks and Advance Sustainable Resource Use in Commercial Vehicles

(IN BRIEF) TRATON GROUP and WWF Sweden have launched a three-year partnership supported by a new WWF-authored study exploring the commercial vehicle sector’s relationship with nature. The report highlights that while electrification reduces emissions, it can also create environmental challenges … Read the full press release

CDP Assessment Highlights Continental’s Commitment to Renewable Energy Sustainable Materials and Water Conservation

(IN BRIEF) Continental has earned an “A-” rating from CDP for its climate transparency and emissions reduction efforts, alongside a continued “B” rating in water management, highlighting sustained progress in sustainability performance. The recognition reflects the company’s use of renewable … Read the full press release

Loughborough University Professor Mahroo Eftekhari Awarded ASHRAE Fellowship and Elected Vice President of Global Engineering Society

(IN BRIEF) Professor Mahroo Eftekhari of Loughborough University has been awarded an ASHRAE Fellowship, recognising her significant contributions to building services engineering and sustainable built environment research. Announced at the ASHRAE Winter Conference, where she was also elected Vice President, … Read the full press release

Experienced Rail Industry Executive to Strengthen Alstom’s Market Position and Operations in the Dutch Mobility Sector

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has named Kees van der Snel as Country Managing Director Netherlands, effective 1 March 2026, bringing more than 30 years of industrial and rail-sector experience to the role. Having previously held leadership positions at Alstom and Bombardier, … Read the full press release

AI Driven Discovery Venture from University of Liverpool Targets Breakthroughs in Electronics and Renewable Energy

(IN BRIEF) University of Liverpool spin-out Apoello has secured £470,000 in pre-seed investment to commercialise an AI-enabled platform designed to transform how new materials are discovered. Backed by SFC Capital, the British Business Bank and the University itself, the company … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank Provides €30 Million Financing to Support Thessaloniki’s Climate Neutrality and Urban Transformation Agenda

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank has approved €30 million in financing for Thessaloniki to implement its 2025–2030 investment programme and advance its Climate Neutrality Plan. The funding will support sustainable mobility, energy-efficient municipal infrastructure, upgraded public spaces, and resilience-focused … Read the full press release

Decade Long Investment Programme Positions ORLEN at the Center of Poland’s Energy Security and Transition Strategy

(IN BRIEF) ORLEN has committed PLN 380 billion over ten years to modernise Poland’s energy system, combining investments in gas supply security, offshore wind, grid expansion and emerging nuclear technologies. The first year has already delivered new gas reserves, LNG … Read the full press release

Energiekontor Commissions Repowered Oederquart Wind Park to Strengthen Renewable Energy Portfolio

(IN BRIEF) Energiekontor has brought the repowered Oederquart wind park in Lower Saxony into operation, increasing its owned generation capacity to around 450 megawatts. The modernization replaced older turbines with six high-efficiency units, raising site capacity to approximately 33 megawatts … Read the full press release

Hapag-Lloyd to Acquire ZIM in $4 Billion Deal to Create Fifth Largest Global Container Shipping Company

(IN BRIEF) Hapag-Lloyd has agreed to acquire ZIM Integrated Shipping Services in a transaction worth over USD 4 billion, a move that would create one of the world’s largest container shipping companies with more than 400 vessels and capacity exceeding … Read the full press release

Ferrovial and Cadagua to Deliver Major Upgrade of Slough Sewage Treatment Works for Thames Water

(IN BRIEF) Ferrovial has secured an approximately £80 million contract with Thames Water to upgrade the Slough Sewage Treatment Works through a joint venture with Cadagua. The project will expand treatment capacity, improve removal of ammonia and phosphorus, enhance storm-flow … Read the full press release

Strategic Alliance Supports Aviation Decarbonisation with Increased Production and Distribution of Sustainable Aviation Fuel

(IN BRIEF) Neste and World Fuel Services have expanded their partnership through a new five-year agreement to increase the availability of sustainable aviation fuel at more than 100 airports across the UK and Europe. The collaboration leverages World Fuel’s distribution … Read the full press release

Indra Group Achieves LEED Platinum Certification for Madrid Headquarters Advancing Sustainable Building Leadership

(IN BRIEF) Indra Group has obtained LEED Platinum certification for its headquarters in Alcobendas, Madrid, the highest sustainability rating issued by the U.S. Green Building Council. The recognition reflects extensive upgrades in energy efficiency, water conservation, environmental quality and smart … Read the full press release

Enagás Exceeds 2025 Financial Targets While Advancing Hydrogen Infrastructure and Strengthening Energy Security Role

(IN BRIEF) Enagás delivered better-than-expected results in 2025, reporting recurring profit after tax of €266.3 million and EBITDA of €675.7 million, supported by cost efficiencies, strong contributions from investee companies and resilient gas system operations. Natural gas transport demand rose … Read the full press release

Covestro Materials Enable World Premiere of Fully Autonomous SUE Electric People Mover

(IN BRIEF) Covestro has provided advanced polycarbonate and TPU-based materials for the SUE Self-driving Urban E-Shuttle, an autonomous electric minibus developed by UE | STUDIOS and unveiled at its world premiere. The project, funded by Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic … Read the full press release