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TUM and Pfennigparade Join Forces to Develop AI-Driven Assistive Technologies for Disabled Individuals

(IN BRIEF) The Technical University of Munich (TUM) has partnered with the Pfennigparade Foundation to develop robotics and AI technologies that will improve the daily lives of people with physical impairments. Over the next three years, TUM researchers will collaborate … Read the full press release

Universities of York and Hull Launch New Centres to Support Disadvantaged Youth in Grimsby and Bridlington

(IN BRIEF) A collaboration between the universities of York and Hull, along with the university-access charity IntoUniversity, is launching two new education centres in Grimsby and Bridlington. These centres aim to support disadvantaged young people aged 7-18, who are often … Read the full press release

Wood Leads Joint Industry Effort to Set CO2 Standards and Accelerate Global CCUS Projects

(IN BRIEF) Wood has launched a Joint Industry Partnership (JIP) to accelerate Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage (CCUS) projects by developing the first industry guidelines that address the impact of CO2 impurities throughout the CCUS value chain. These guidelines aim … Read the full press release

Iberdrola Recognized Among Top 10 Global Companies for Leadership in Sustainability and Climate Action

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola has been recognized by Richmond Global Sciences (RGS) as one of the top 10 companies globally for its significant positive impact on environmental, social, and financial aspects. This recognition highlights Iberdrola’s commitment to the United Nations Sustainable … Read the full press release

Ricoh Unveils Cost-Effective RICOH Pro VC40000 Inkjet Press for High-Speed Transactional and Book Printing

(IN BRIEF) Ricoh has launched the RICOH Pro VC40000 mono webfed inkjet press, designed to offer high-quality and cost-effective solutions for transactional and book printing. The press provides speeds of up to 180 meters per minute at 600 x 600 … Read the full press release

EIF and LfA Förderbank Bayern Partner to Unlock €400 Million in Financing for Bavarian SMEs’ Innovation and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) has partnered with LfA Förderbank Bayern to expand a guarantee programme aimed at supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Bavaria. With a €13 million counter-guarantee from the EIF, the programme will enable … Read the full press release

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

AstraZeneca Presents New Data at IDWeek 2024, Showcasing Progress in Respiratory Disease Prevention and Vaccine Innovation

(IN BRIEF) AstraZeneca presented significant advancements in the prevention of infectious diseases at IDWeek 2024, showcasing its dedication to addressing respiratory infections caused by RSV, hMPV, and COVID-19. The company revealed promising data across its portfolio, including Beyfortus, an antibody … 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

Indra and Barcelona Supercomputing Center Join Forces to Strengthen European Technological Sovereignty with Advanced Dual-Use Technologies

(IN BRIEF) Indra and the Barcelona Supercomputing Center (BSC) have signed an agreement to collaborate on developing dual-use technologies, including supercomputing, AI, and quantum systems, aimed at boosting Spain’s and Europe’s technological sovereignty. This partnership will focus on advancing key … Read the full press release