Tag Archives: Amazon

Offshore Wind Capacity Expands in Germany with Ørsted’s Largest Project Now Feeding Into the Grid

(IN BRIEF) Ørsted and Nuveen Infrastructure’s Borkum Riffgrund 3 offshore wind farm has delivered its first power to the German grid, marking a major progress point toward full operation expected in Q1 2026. The 913 MW project — now Ørsted’s … Read the full press release

Amazon deploys Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 electric trucks across UK to drive sustainable logistics operations

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz Trucks has begun delivering eActros 600 electric trucks to Amazon in the UK, part of a record-breaking order of over 200 units for operations in Germany and the UK. These vehicles, which can charge from 10% to … Read the full press release

Made in Pará, Returned to Pará: Hydro’s Peace Bench Becomes Lasting Symbol of Climate Cooperation at COP30

(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

EIB Expands Climate Roadmap with New Funding for Clean Energy, Reforestation, and Women Entrepreneurs at COP30

(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

Bristol researchers bring global expertise to COP30, championing inclusion and sustainability from the Amazon to the UK

(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

AI Virtual Summit by Wolters Kluwer Explores Agentic Intelligence, Leadership, and the Future of Business Transformation

(IN BRIEF) Wolters Kluwer’s AI Virtual Summit, taking place online from November 11–12, will bring together leaders from Amazon, Microsoft, Dell Technologies Capital, and Wolters Kluwer’s AI Center of Excellence to examine the future of artificial intelligence in business and … Read the full press release

Selex Gruppo Commerciale signs renewable energy PPA with Iberdrola to advance decarbonization and energy cost stability in Italy

(IN BRIEF) Selex Gruppo Commerciale has signed a renewable energy purchase agreement with Iberdrola for 1,250 GWh of photovoltaic power, equal to 125 GWh annually from plants with 77 MW of capacity starting in July 2026. The PPA features a … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Truck proves readiness in first customer trials with over 225,000 km driven on hydrogen

(IN BRIEF) Daimler Truck has concluded the first year of customer trials for the Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Truck, with five prototypes covering more than 225,000 kilometers across Germany in operations with Air Products, Amazon, Holcim, INEOS Inovyn, and Wiedmann & Winz. … Read the full press release

Ten-Year Wind PPA Between Iberdrola España and Renfe Secures Stable Pricing and Cuts Over 2 Million Tonnes of CO₂ Annually

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola España and Renfe have signed a 10-year VPPA to supply 370 GWh per year of onshore wind energy—equivalent to a 190 MW wind farm—granting Renfe long-term price stability and advancing Spain’s green transition. The pact will cut … Read the full press release

Amazon and Iberdrola Expand Renewable Energy Partnership with 476 MW in New PPAs Across Portugal and Spain

(IN BRIEF) Amazon and Iberdrola have expanded their renewable energy partnership with new power purchase agreements (PPAs) in Portugal and Spain, adding 476 MW of renewable capacity to their collaboration. The new agreements include Amazon’s first PPA in Portugal for … Read the full press release

Amazon Secures Record Order of 200+ Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 Trucks for Sustainable Logistics in Europe

(IN BRIEF) Amazon has placed its largest-ever order of electric trucks, selecting over 200 Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 vehicles. This marks the largest electric truck order in Mercedes-Benz Trucks’ history. The trucks will be deployed across Amazon’s middle-mile network in Germany … Read the full press release

Kuehne+Nagel and Azul Linhas Aéreas Partner to Empower Amazonian Communities and Promote Sustainable Development

(IN BRIEF) Kuehne+Nagel and Azul Linhas Aéreas have partnered to support Amazonian riverside communities by connecting small producers and cooperatives to national and international markets. This initiative is part of the ARA Movement – All Amazons Under the Same Blue … Read the full press release

Amazon and Barclays Unveil Co-Branded Credit Card Offering Rewards for Everyday Spending

(IN BRIEF) Amazon and Barclays have launched the Amazon Barclaycard, a new co-branded credit card in the UK that rewards customers for everyday spending. The card offers up to 2% back in Amazon Barclaycard Rewards, with 1% on Amazon purchases … Read the full press release

NatWest Group Champions Startup Growth with Expanded Accelerator Initiative

(IN BRIEF) NatWest plans to accept up to 2,500 entrepreneurs into its accelerator program in September, urging business owners seeking growth opportunities to apply. As the largest bank for startups in Great Britain, NatWest Group serves around one in five … Read the full press release

Repsol and Amazon Join Forces for Convenient Returns at Spanish Service Stations

(IN BRIEF) Repsol and Amazon have launched a pioneering returns service in Spain, leveraging Repsol’s extensive service station network. Over 700 Repsol stations already offer customers the convenience of returning Amazon purchases without labels or boxes, with plans for further … Read the full press release

Amazonia Connect Initiative Promotes Sustainable Livestock Farming in Brazil

(IN BRIEF) Partners, producers, and stakeholders convened in Pará, Brazil, for a gathering centered around sustainable livestock farming, organized as part of the Amazonia Connect program. Hosted by consortium partners including USAID, Solidaridad, Earth Innovation Institute, National Wildlife Federation, and … Read the full press release

Iberdrola and Amazon Partner to Procure Renewable Energy from East Anglia THREE Wind Farm

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola and Amazon strengthen their global renewable energy partnership with a new Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for 159 MW of clean electricity from the East Anglia THREE offshore wind farm in the UK. This agreement expands Amazon’s commitment … Read the full press release

Pressure Mounts: Call to Ban Amazon Lobbyists from European Parliament

(IN BRIEF) Trade unions and civil society organizations are rallying behind Members of European Parliament (MEPs) in their call to revoke Amazon lobbyists’ access to the European Parliament following the tech giant’s repeated refusal to engage with parliamentary committees regarding … Read the full press release

Ocean Winds’ Moray West Wind Farm Powers Amazon’s Renewable Energy Ambitions

(IN BRIEF) Amazon has expanded its commitment to renewable energy by signing a corporate power purchase agreement (CPPA) with ENGIE. This agreement increases Amazon’s share of the energy output from the Moray West offshore wind farm in Scotland to 473MW, … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom Climbs Brand Finance Global 500, Achieving Top-Ten Status

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom has achieved a top-ten position in the “Brand Finance Global 500” study, making it one of the world’s most valuable brands. The company also secured the top spot as the most valuable telecommunications brand globally, surpassing … Read the full press release