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Pike Solar Project by JUWI Marks Major Leap in Colorado’s Renewable Energy Landscape

(IN BRIEF) JUWI, a subsidiary of MVV, has completed the construction of the Pike Solar project in Colorado, the largest PV project in its history, generating 223.6 megawatts. The solar park will supply energy to Colorado Springs Utilities under a … Read the full press release

Webuild’s Environmental Leadership Recognized with ‘A-‘ Rating in Climate Change Programme 2023

(IN BRIEF) Webuild, a global leader in the fight against climate change, has received an “A-” rating in the Climate Change Programme 2023 by CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project), surpassing the average ratings of both the European region and the … Read the full press release

Advancing Traffic Management: Kapsch TrafficCom to Overhaul Sweden’s Signal System

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom has been chosen by the Swedish Transport Administration, Trafikverket, to replace Sweden’s national centralized traffic signal control and monitoring system. This project will enhance the country’s traffic management infrastructure by implementing Kapsch TrafficCom’s EcoTrafiX™ Command software, … Read the full press release

Vodafone, Samsung, and AMD Successfully Demo End-to-End Data Call on Open RAN Platform

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone, alongside Samsung and AMD, successfully demonstrated an end-to-end data call using AMD’s new general-purpose processor on an Open RAN platform. This achievement highlights Vodafone’s commitment to expanding the Open RAN ecosystem and fostering innovation. The collaboration showcases … Read the full press release

Fetch.ai Foundation Welcomes Deutsche Telekom as First Corporate Partner for AI Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom has entered a groundbreaking partnership with the Fetch.ai Foundation, becoming the first corporate partner to collaborate on advancing AI and Web3 technologies within the Fetch.ai network. The Fetch.ai Foundation, a non-profit organization founded by Bosch and … Read the full press release

InvestEU Programme and EIF Join Forces to Boost Social Enterprises and Creative Sector in Catalonia

(IN BRIEF) With support from the InvestEU programme, the European Investment Fund (EIF) and the Catalan Finance Institute (ICF) have entered into a capped portfolio guarantee agreement to leverage €64 million in financing for social enterprises and entities in the … Read the full press release

Vredeveld Group Revolutionizes Fleet Management with Continental’s ContiConnect Digital Tire Monitoring

(IN BRIEF) The Vredeveld Group, a leading logistics company in the Netherlands, has implemented Continental’s ContiConnect digital tire monitoring technology across its modern fleet, resulting in significant improvements in fleet efficiency, fuel consumption, and carbon emissions reduction. With a fleet … Read the full press release

Telstra and Ericsson Collaborate with AMD for Energy-Efficient 5G Core Deployment

(IN BRIEF) Telstra and Ericsson have unveiled a groundbreaking deployment of high-density microprocessors from Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) within Ericsson’s Cloud Native Infrastructure Solution (CNIS), bolstering Telstra’s 5G Core functions with notable energy efficiency. The deployment features AMD’s Genoa processors, … Read the full press release

Vodafone Romania Partners with Ericsson to Accelerate 5G Deployment and Network Upgrade

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone Romania has selected Ericsson as a key partner for upgrading its current infrastructure and deploying 5G networks, aiming to bring enhanced connectivity speeds, low latency, and reliable performance to consumers and enterprises. Under the six-year agreement, Ericsson … Read the full press release

Fortum Receives A- Rating for Climate Efforts in 2023 CDP Report

(IN BRIEF) Fortum achieved an A- rating for its climate efforts in the 2023 Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) report, showing significant improvement from its previous B rating. The company’s enhanced score reflects advancements in risk disclosure, value chain engagement, and … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall Breaks Ground on New Ammunition Factory to Bolster Germany’s Defence

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall AG is undertaking a significant strategic initiative to enhance Germany’s national security preparedness by constructing a new ammunition factory, “Werk Niedersachsen,” at its Unterlüß site in Lower Saxony. This factory, with an investment volume of around €300 … Read the full press release

Lightsource bp Receives Investment Award at UK-Greek Business Awards

(IN BRIEF) Lightsource bp, a leading solar energy developer, has been honored with the Investment Award at the inaugural UK-Greek Business Awards, organized by the British Embassy Athens and the British Hellenic Chamber of Commerce. This recognition highlights the company’s … Read the full press release

NatWest Regional PMI Survey Signals Broad Economic Growth Across UK Regions

(IN BRIEF) The latest NatWest Regional PMI® survey reveals a positive start to the year for most areas of the UK, with business activity expanding across ten out of twelve regions and nations. London and the West Midlands led the … Read the full press release

NatWest and Beauhurst Startup Index Reveals Record Year for UK Entrepreneurship in 2023

(IN BRIEF) The NatWest and Beauhurst Startup Index released today unveils a landmark year for entrepreneurship in the UK, with over 900,000 new companies incorporated, marking a record high. Despite economic challenges such as inflation and operational costs, the surge … Read the full press release

Metso Secures EUR 10 Million Contract for Copper Flash Smelting Furnace Rebuild with Aurubis Bulgaria AD

(IN BRIEF) Aurubis Bulgaria AD has contracted Metso for a significant copper Flash Smelting Furnace rebuild project in Bulgaria’s Zlatitsa-Pirdop Valley, surpassing EUR 10 million in value. This collaboration marks another milestone in the longstanding partnership between the two companies, … Read the full press release

EU-Funded Reconstruction Provides Housing for Displaced Ukrainians

(IN BRIEF) Under the “EU Support for Urgent Housing Needs for Internally Displaced Persons in Ukraine” initiative, a former boarding school dormitory in Kivertsi has been efficiently reconstructed to offer housing for displaced Ukrainians. With funding from the EU and … Read the full press release

DNV Forges Europe’s Leading Cyber Security Services Business through Mergers

(IN BRIEF) DNV, a leading assurance and risk management provider, has combined its cyber security division with two recently acquired companies – Nixu and Applied Risk – to create one of Europe’s fastest-growing cyber security services businesses. This merger brings … Read the full press release

EQT X Reaches 30-35% Investment Milestone

(IN BRIEF) EQT X has achieved a significant milestone, with expectations to be 30-35% invested based on its target fund size, subject to regulatory approvals. This development signals progress for EQT X, highlighting its commitment to strategic investments. However, it’s … Read the full press release

Iberdrola Spearheads Global Initiatives for Women in Energy Sector

(IN BRIEF) Despite comprising nearly half of the global workforce, women represent only 22% of the energy sector, with 32% involvement in renewables. Iberdrola, acknowledging this gender disparity, leads various programs across Spain, the UK, the US, Mexico, Brazil, and … Read the full press release

INEOS Inovyn Unveils Ultra Low Carbon Chlor-Alkali Range, Revolutionizing Industrial Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) INEOS Inovyn introduces a groundbreaking Ultra Low Carbon (ULC) range of Chlor-Alkali products, slashing the carbon footprint of caustic soda, caustic potash, and chlorine by up to 70% compared to industry norms. Leveraging renewable energy sources such as … Read the full press release