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International Partners Drive Ukraine’s Reconstruction and Resilience Through EC-EIB-UNDP Collaboration

(IN BRIEF) The “United in Ukraine’s Recovery” conference in Brussels brought together the European Commission, the European Investment Bank (EIB), the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and Ukrainian local authorities to discuss ongoing reconstruction efforts. The partnership has been instrumental … Read the full press release

EIB Greenlights €5.8 Billion to Drive Global Energy, Transport, and Innovation Advancements

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) Board has approved €5.8 billion in new financing to support various projects across Europe and beyond. This includes €2.2 billion for clean energy and water projects, €1.8 billion for urban development and education, … Read the full press release

EIB and Groupe BPCE Expand Partnership to Provide Over €1 Billion for French SMEs’ Innovation and Renewable Energy Projects

(IN BRIEF) The EIB Group, comprising the European Investment Bank (EIB) and the European Investment Fund (EIF), has teamed up with Groupe BPCE to support small businesses and mid-caps in France. They signed two financing agreements exceeding €1 billion to … Read the full press release

EIA and NGOs Urge EU to Reject Deforestation Law Delay, Citing Global Climate and Forest Risks

(IN BRIEF) More than 225 civil society organizations, including the Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA), are urging the European Parliament and EU governments to reject the European Commission’s proposal to delay the implementation of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) by 12 … Read the full press release

Lindner Launches MUTE+® Wings: Acoustic Absorbers Combine Sound Control with Elegant Design and Lighting

(IN BRIEF) Lindner Group has launched the MUTE+® wings, a new line of acoustic wall absorbers designed in collaboration with Simon Busse. Inspired by the lightness of wings, these sound-absorbing panels enhance room acoustics by reducing noise and reverberation, creating … Read the full press release

Neste’s Renewable Diesel Powers Verne Data Centers’ Backup Generators, Supporting a Sustainable Future

(IN BRIEF) Neste has partnered with Verne, a leading data center provider in Finland, to power Verne’s backup generators with Neste MY Renewable Diesel™, a fuel made from 100% renewable raw materials like animal fat and used cooking oil. By … Read the full press release

Infineon Unveils SECORA™ Pay Green: Revolutionizing Payment Cards with Eco-Friendly, Recyclable Technology

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies AG has launched SECORA™ Pay Green, the world’s first contactless payment card technology designed to significantly reduce plastic waste and carbon emissions in the payment card industry. This new solution integrates an eco-friendly Coil-on-Module (eCoM) package, … Read the full press release

Wind Power Milestone: Iberdrola and Masdar Complete Baltic Eagle Turbine Installation to Power 475,000 Homes

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola and Masdar have completed the installation of all 50 wind turbines at the Baltic Eagle offshore wind farm in the German Baltic Sea. The 476 MW wind farm is set to provide clean energy to around 475,000 … Read the full press release

WinGD Unveils Flexible LPG-Ready Engines to Bridge the Transition to Ammonia-Fueled Shipping

(IN BRIEF) WinGD has introduced a new option for its ammonia-fueled X-DF-A engines that allows them to run on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) as a transitional fuel. This “pre-fit” option, called X-DF-P, offers ship operators flexibility as they prepare for … Read the full press release

Power2X and Advario Launch Europe’s Largest e-SAF Hub in Port of Rotterdam to Support Aviation Decarbonization Goals

(IN BRIEF) Power2X and Advario have teamed up to create one of the world’s largest hubs for sustainable aviation fuel (e-SAF) in the Port of Rotterdam. The facility, with a production capacity of over 250,000 tonnes of e-SAF per year, … Read the full press release

Hydro Secures 8-Year Renewable Energy Deal to Power Low-Carbon Aluminium Production

(IN BRIEF) Hydro Energi AS has signed a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) with Skellefteå Kraft AB to supply 2 TWh of renewable energy to Hydro’s Norwegian aluminium plants from 2025 to 2032. This agreement supports Hydro’s efforts to produce … Read the full press release

YardStick Robotics Secures €1.4M in Funding to Develop Scalable AI Robotics Solutions

(IN BRIEF) YardStick Robotics, a subsidiary of Rheinmetall, has received €1.4 million in funding as part of the €52 million “RoX” research project supported by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Protection. The project aims to develop … Read the full press release

ENGIE Acquires First Biomethane Plant in Belgium to Boost Renewable Energy Production

(IN BRIEF) ENGIE has expanded its biomethane production in Europe by acquiring its first facility in Belgium, located in Bree. The plant, operational since 2013, will be converted to biomethane production by October 2024, with a capacity of 68 GWh … Read the full press release

VELUX Partners with ArcelorMittal to Reduce Carbon Footprint with Low-Emission Steel

(IN BRIEF) The VELUX Group has signed a 10-year agreement with ArcelorMittal to supply low-carbon XCarb® steel for its roof windows, reducing the carbon footprint of steel used in its products bym up to 70%. This collaboration follows successful tests … Read the full press release

Ericsson Wins 5G Contract with Chunghwa Telecom to Modernize Network and Boost Energy Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson has secured a major 5G contract with Chunghwa Telecom, Taiwan’s leading service provider, to modernize its mobile network with energy-efficient 5G Radio Access Network (RAN) solutions. The contract includes the deployment of cutting-edge technologies like the dual-band … Read the full press release

Thales Alenia Space Partners with OHB to Deliver Advanced Radar Instruments for ESA’s Climate Monitoring Harmony Mission

(IN BRIEF) Thales Alenia Space has signed a contract with OHB to develop two Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) instruments for ESA’s Harmony mission, part of the Earth Explorer program. The Harmony mission, expected to launch in 2029, will consist of … Read the full press release

BASF and Acadian Plant Health Partner to Launch Seaweed Biostimulants for Climate-Resilient Farming

(IN BRIEF) BASF has partnered with Acadian Plant Health™ to expand its BioSolutions portfolio by incorporating seaweed-based biostimulants. These biostimulants, derived from Ascophyllum nodosum, help crops withstand stressors like heat and drought, supporting sustainable agriculture. The collaboration will distribute these … Read the full press release

DHL Express Launches Label-Free Returns Service to Simplify and Green the Process

(IN BRIEF) DHL Express has launched a Label-Free Service for package returns, offering a more convenient and eco-friendly alternative to traditional printed labels. Customers now receive a QR code for returns, which they can show at DHL ServicePoints or to … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom and Broadcom Deepen Long-Standing Partnership to Enhance Cloud Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom’s subsidiary T-Systems has expanded its 20-year partnership with Broadcom, becoming a Pinnacle-tier VMware Cloud Service Provider, the highest status in Broadcom’s Advantage Partner Program. T-Systems will now offer managed private cloud services, including sovereign cloud services, … Read the full press release

Eni Honors Groundbreaking Energy and Sustainability Innovations at 2024 Awards Ceremony

(IN BRIEF) Eni held its 2024 Eni Award ceremony at the Quirinal Palace in Rome, recognizing outstanding achievements in energy and environmental research. The awards highlighted innovations in carbon capture, renewable energy, and sustainable technologies. Key winners included Marc Fontecave … Read the full press release

New Guarantee Agreement Empowers Danish SMEs to Pursue Green Investments

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) and Ringkjøbing Landbobank have entered a groundbreaking guarantee agreement to facilitate DKK 320 million in funding for green investments by Danish small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and mid-caps. Supported by the European Commission’s … Read the full press release

EIB Global Invests €2 Million in Vaccine Development at Akagera Medicines in Rwanda

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB Global) has committed €2 million to support Akagera Medicines Africa Limited in Rwanda, facilitating the early-stage development of vaccines for infectious diseases, including tuberculosis, HIV, Ebola, and Lassa fever. This funding aims to … Read the full press release

Eviden Unveils Innovative “Cloud for Clinics” Platform to Transform Healthcare in DACH Region

(IN BRIEF) Eviden, a division of the Atos Group, has unveiled its “Cloud for Clinics,” a secure and pre-integrated platform tailored for healthcare providers in Germany and the DACH region, built on Amazon Web Services (AWS). This initiative aims to … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool and Roche Diagnostics Unite to Drive Health Innovation and Address Inequalities

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Roche Diagnostics UK and Ireland to enhance research and innovation focused on improving health outcomes and addressing health inequalities. This partnership aims to align with Roche’s … Read the full press release

NAGRAVISION Expands Entertainment Partner Ecosystem with Evergent to Enhance Multi-Service Commercialization

(IN BRIEF) NAGRAVISION has expanded its streaming partner ecosystem by integrating Evergent, a leader in customer management and monetization for streaming services. This partnership aims to enhance multi-service entertainment offerings by providing personalized consumer experiences and targeted marketing solutions. The … Read the full press release

Shore Power Implementation at APM Terminals Maasvlakte II Set for 2028, Targeting Major CO2 Reductions

(IN BRIEF) APM Terminals Maasvlakte II (APMT MVII) has announced plans to install shore power at its terminal by 2028, marking a significant advancement in sustainability efforts at the Port of Rotterdam. This initiative, developed in partnership with Rotterdam Shore … Read the full press release

TÜV Rheinland Unveils New Certification Services at Annual Launch Event, Paving the Way for Product Advancements

(IN BRIEF) TÜV Rheinland Greater China recently held its annual new service launch event in Shenzhen, unveiling a comprehensive suite of certification services for electronic and electrical products. These services focus on diverse environments and emphasize key areas such as … Read the full press release

ZF Opens Pioneering 800V Test and Validation Laboratory in the UK to Propel Next-Generation Mobility

(IN BRIEF) ZF has inaugurated the UK’s first dedicated 800V Test and Validation Laboratory at its R&D hub in Solihull, aiming to enhance the development of next-generation electric vehicles (EVs). Partially funded by the Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC), this advanced … Read the full press release

SGS Expands Industry-Leading PFAS Testing Services to Boost Public Health and Environmental Safety

(IN BRIEF) SGS, a leader in Testing, Inspection, and Certification, has launched the industry’s most comprehensive suite of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) testing services, addressing a wide range of industries such as consumer goods, electronics, food, and the environment. … Read the full press release

Henkel Expands Use of Mass Balance Model with ISCC PLUS Certification at Düsseldorf Polyurethane Site

(IN BRIEF) Henkel Adhesive Technologies has achieved ISCC PLUS certification for its polyurethane production at the Düsseldorf site, marking the third European Henkel facility to receive this sustainability certification. This certification confirms the use of bio-based and recycled raw materials … Read the full press release

Ørsted Commissions 600 MW Solar and Battery Storage Facility in Arizona, Powering 65,000 Homes

(IN BRIEF) Ørsted has completed the Eleven Mile Solar Center in Arizona, featuring a 300 MW solar farm paired with a 300 MW/1200 MWh battery storage system. This facility will provide clean energy for 65,000 homes, support Meta’s planned data … Read the full press release

ArcelorMittal to Acquire Nippon Steel’s Stake in AM/NS Calvert Following US Steel Deal

(IN BRIEF) ArcelorMittal has entered into an agreement to purchase Nippon Steel Corporation’s 50% stake in the AM/NS Calvert Joint Venture, contingent upon NSC’s successful acquisition of US Steel. As part of the deal, NSC will inject approximately $0.9 billion … Read the full press release

Warwick Students Raise Over £5,000 for Charity Through Sustainable Kitchen Kit Market

(IN BRIEF) The University of Warwick raised £5,900 for Coventry-based charity Carriers of Hope through its Kitchen Kit Market, where over 1,000 students purchased pre-loved kitchen items on a “pay as you feel” basis. This initiative, part of the university’s … Read the full press release

SETsquared and QantX Launch £300 Million Investment Fund to Boost Science and Technology Spin-Outs in the South and South West

(IN BRIEF) The SETsquared Partnership universities, including the University of Southampton, and QantX have launched a £300 million investment vehicle to accelerate the growth of science and technology companies. This initiative aims to address funding disparities in the region and … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ Introduces Recycled Fiber Technology in Bangladesh with Successful Start-Up at Lipy Paper Mills

(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ has successfully launched its first recycled fiber lines in Bangladesh at Lipy Paper Mills, marking a major step forward in the country’s paper industry. The two lines can process 150 tons per day of recycled materials and … Read the full press release

Fortum Completes 2024 Loviisa Nuclear Power Plant Maintenance, Enhances Fuel Supply with Westinghouse Partnership

(IN BRIEF) Fortum’s Loviisa nuclear power plant has completed its annual outages for 2024, with both units back online. Unit 2’s outage lasted 23 days, while Unit 1’s extended four-year maintenance took 39 days, with both experiencing minor delays due … Read the full press release

EIB and LUMICKS Partner to Accelerate Cancer Drug Discovery with €20 Million Investment in Advanced Immunotherapy Tools

(IN BRIEF) Amsterdam-based LUMICKS has secured €20 million in venture debt from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to advance its next-generation cell avidity platform, which aims to accelerate the development of immunotherapies for cancer treatment. Supported by the InvestEU initiative, … Read the full press release

EIB and Intesa Sanpaolo Unveil €8 Billion Wind Energy Investment Initiative to Boost European Renewable Energy Sector

(IN BRIEF) The EIB and Intesa Sanpaolo have partnered to drive up to €8 billion in investment for Europe’s wind energy sector, leveraging a €500 million EIB counter-guarantee to enable Intesa Sanpaolo to create €1 billion worth of bank guarantees. … Read the full press release

EIB Global and Enel Colombia Partner to Boost Renewable Energy and Grid Infrastructure with $300 Million Loan

(IN BRIEF) EIB Global, a division of the European Investment Bank, has provided Enel Colombia with a $300 million loan to support the development of renewable energy projects and upgrades to the company’s power distribution infrastructure. This loan, backed by … Read the full press release

Merck Opens €290 Million Biosafety Testing Facility in Rockville to Enhance Drug Safety and Accelerate Testing Timelines

(IN BRIEF) Merck has officially opened a new €290 million biosafety testing facility in Rockville, Maryland, designed to meet the increasing global demand for biosafety testing services. This state-of-the-art facility consolidates various operations, including biosafety testing, analytical development, and cell … Read the full press release