Tag Archives: CO2 emissions

Salzgitter Group Commits to Sustainability with €100 Million Investment in Energy Efficient Furnace and Heat Recovery System

(IN BRIEF) The Salzgitter Group is investing a substantial amount in a new walking beam furnace and waste gas heat utilization system at its hot strip mill, aimed at significantly reducing energy consumption and CO2 emissions. The walking beam furnace … Read the full press release

OMV Launches Austria’s Largest Green Hydrogen Production Plant to Drive Sustainable Fuels and Chemicals

(IN BRIEF) OMV has launched Austria’s largest green hydrogen production plant at its Schwechat refinery, with an annual capacity of up to 1,500 metric tons. This EUR 25 million investment will significantly reduce CO2 emissions by up to 15,000 metric … Read the full press release

ZF Develops Advanced Range Extender Technology to Address Electric Vehicle Range Anxiety

(IN BRIEF) ZF is set to advance its range extender technology with a new generation of systems, which will go into volume production in 2026. Range extenders offer a solution to “range anxiety” in electric vehicles by using a combustion … Read the full press release

E-Methane Emerges as Key Player in Energy Transition, Says Study Commissioned by GasTerra and Gasunie

(IN BRIEF) A new study by Roland Berger, commissioned by GasTerra and Gasunie, highlights the potential of e-methane as a viable and infrastructure-ready solution to support the Netherlands’ energy transition. Produced from green hydrogen and CO₂, e-methane can be fed … Read the full press release

Deutsche Post Unveils Eco-Friendly ‘Flower Letter’ Stamp, Pioneering Recycled Paper Use

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Post is introducing the “Flower Letter” stamp as part of its “World of Letters” standard series, available from April 3 in postal outlets and online. Priced at 95 cents, this stamp is the first gummed stamp made … Read the full press release

EIB Group Invests €121 Million to Boost Green Mortgages and Energy Efficiency in Spain’s Real Estate Sector

(IN BRIEF) The EIB Group has committed €121 million to a synthetic securitisation operation with Santander, aiming to mobilize €163 million to promote green loans in Spain’s residential real estate market. This collaboration will support energy efficiency and sustainability projects, … Read the full press release

Ørsted Moves Forward with Denmark’s First Full-Scale Carbon Capture and Storage Project at Kalundborg CO2 Hub

(IN BRIEF) Ørsted has made a significant step towards the realization of Denmark’s first full-scale carbon capture and storage project, the Ørsted Kalundborg CO2 Hub, with the successful installation of key components at Avedøre and Asnæs Power Stations. This milestone … Read the full press release

Ilsenburger Grobblech and Siemens Gamesa Collaborate on Green Offshore Wind Towers for Thor Project

(IN BRIEF) Ilsenburger Grobblech GmbH, in partnership with Siemens Gamesa, is supplying sustainable, low-emission steel plates for the Thor offshore wind farm. The GreenerTowers, with their reduced carbon footprint, represent a significant step in achieving sustainable wind energy solutions. The … Read the full press release

E.ON, Coventry City Council, and Kestrix Launch Thermal Drone Project to Improve Energy Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) E.ON, Coventry City Council, and Kestrix have partnered to enhance energy efficiency in the city using thermal camera drones and 3D heat loss modelling to collect data on heat losses from buildings. This collaboration aims to improve energy … Read the full press release

Thyssenkrupp Secures Ninth Consecutive Top CDP Climate Rating for Leading Decarbonization Efforts

(IN BRIEF) Thyssenkrupp has achieved the highest rating in the prestigious CDP Climate Rating for the ninth year in a row, recognizing the company’s commitment to decarbonization and transparent emissions reporting. The company’s Decarbon Technologies segment, alongside efforts such as … Read the full press release

Siemens Mobility Secures First Order for Vectron Locomotives with New Battery Power Module for Last-Mile Operations

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility has secured its first order for Vectron locomotives equipped with a battery power module that allows them to operate over short distances without overhead power lines, making them ideal for last-mile operations and shunting tasks. JeMyn … Read the full press release

Terna Secures Approval for Cold Ironing Project to Electrify Port of La Spezia and Cut CO2 Emissions

(IN BRIEF) Terna has received the first national authorization for its Cold Ironing project, which aims to electrify the Port of La Spezia in Italy. The Region of Liguria has approved the development of infrastructure that will provide 110 MW … Read the full press release

BASF Transitions European Operations to Renewable Electricity to Drive Sustainable Growth

(IN BRIEF) BASF’s Performance Materials division has completed a major sustainability milestone by transitioning all its European production sites to renewable electricity, starting in 2025. This step affects the company’s manufacturing of Engineering Plastics, Polyurethanes, Thermoplastic Polyurethanes, and Specialty Polymers. … Read the full press release

M&S Expands Fleet with 85 Zero and Low-Emission Vehicles as Part of Net Zero 2040 Commitment

(IN BRIEF) Marks & Spencer (M&S) has announced the addition of 85 zero and low-emission vehicles to its logistics fleet as part of its Plan A strategy to achieve Net Zero by 2040. This includes five battery-electric heavy goods vehicles … Read the full press release

ABB Partners with ESS to Revolutionize Automotive Paint Shop Operations

(IN BRIEF) ABB has partnered with Engineering Software Steyr GmbH (ESS) to revolutionize automotive paint shop operations through advanced simulation tools. The collaboration, which includes ABB taking a minority stake in ESS, will eliminate the need for prototyping, reduce operational … Read the full press release

Henkel and Celanese Transform CO2 Emissions into Sustainable Adhesives for Packaging Innovations

(IN BRIEF) Henkel Corporation and Celanese Corporation have partnered to produce adhesives from captured CO2 emissions, advancing sustainability in the packaging and consumer goods sectors. Celanese’s carbon capture and utilization (CCU) technology transforms CO2 into methanol, a key ingredient in … Read the full press release

Equinor Reduces CO2 Emissions by 250,000 Tonnes Annually with Partial Electrification of Troll B and C Platforms

(IN BRIEF) Equinor has partially electrified its Troll B and C platforms, cutting annual CO2 emissions by 250,000 tonnes as part of the Troll West Electrification (TWEL) project. This move is in line with the company’s goal to halve emissions … Read the full press release

Kuehne+Nagel and Mercedes-Benz Partnership Reduces CO2 Emissions with Sustainable Aviation Fuel

(IN BRIEF) Kuehne+Nagel and Mercedes-Benz have successfully reduced CO2 emissions by approximately 11,000 tonnes over the past year through the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) for air freight transport. This strategic partnership involves using SAF on Kuehne+Nagel’s Boeing 747-8F … Read the full press release

Equinor and Partners Commence Production at Lavrans Well in Kristin South Area

(IN BRIEF) Equinor, along with partners Petoro, Vår Energi, and TotalEnergies EP Norge, has commenced production from the first well at the Lavrans field in the Kristin South area, marking the first phase of the Kristin South project. Approved in … Read the full press release

Germany’s Urban Heat Transition: E.ON Maps Path to Climate Neutrality

(IN BRIEF) Germany aims for climate neutrality by 2045, focusing on transforming heating systems in major cities like Berlin, Hamburg, Munich, and Cologne. E.ON’s latest data highlights the prevalence of district heating and the adoption of heat pumps, alongside challenges … Read the full press release