Tag Archives: Emissions Reduction

ANDRITZ to Supply Advanced Chemical Recovery Package for Chung Hwa’s Hualien Mill

(IN BRIEF) Chung Hwa Pulp Corporation has awarded ANDRITZ a turnkey package of chemical recovery technologies for its Hualien pulp mill, with start-up slated for Q2 2027. The scope includes a 1,400 tds/d recovery boiler with digital process controls, a … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ to Upgrade Solingen Waste-to-Energy Plant with TurboSorp Emission Control

(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ will equip TBS’s Solingen waste-to-energy plant with its TurboSorp flue gas cleaning technology, reducing key pollutants to meet Germany’s rigorous air-quality standards and extend the plant’s service life. The modernization, valued but undisclosed, is slated from November … Read the full press release

Hanseatic Global Terminals and Kalmar Partner to Enhance Operations at Port of Le Havre with 14 Hybrid Straddle Carriers

(IN BRIEF) Hanseatic Global Terminals (HGT) has signed an agreement with Kalmar to supply 14 hybrid straddle carriers to Compagnie Nouvelle de Manutentions Portuaires Le Havre (CNMP LH) at the Port of Le Havre. This marks the first major investment … Read the full press release

TUM Study Finds Green Hydrogen from Africa More Expensive Than Expected, Recommends Policy Interventions

(IN BRIEF) A study led by TUM and supported by the University of Oxford has revealed that producing green hydrogen in Africa for export to Europe is much more expensive than previously assumed. Only a small fraction of potential production … Read the full press release

Kuehne+Nagel Partners with 14 Global Airlines for Sustainability Initiative in Air Logistics

(IN BRIEF) Kuehne+Nagel has signed individual MoUs with fourteen global airlines to create a sustainability-focused partnership in the air logistics industry. The collaboration, which spans four continents, will prioritize sustainable aviation fuel, transparency in emissions tracking, and a broader approach … Read the full press release

Evonik Completes Global Transition of PU-Additive Production to Green Electricity, Strengthening Sustainability Commitment

(IN BRIEF) Evonik has completed the transition of its global PU-additive production sites to green electricity, aligning with its sustainability goals of reducing emissions and improving production efficiency. This shift applies to the company’s amine and silicone platforms, and includes … Read the full press release

Continental Supports DFDS’s Electric Fleet Transition with Eco-Friendly Tire Solutions and Digital Monitoring

(IN BRIEF) DFDS has partnered with Continental to advance sustainable logistics, equipping its electric truck fleet with the high-performance Conti Eco Gen 5 tires and the ContiConnect tire management system. This collaboration aims to reduce emissions, increase operational efficiency, and … Read the full press release

Businesses Push for Growth and Sustainability as Energy Demand Soars, According to New EY Research

(IN BRIEF) New EY research reveals that businesses are increasingly focused on electrification, emissions reduction, and managing energy costs, with over 70% of companies planning to increase focus on these areas over the next three years. As energy demand soars, … Read the full press release

ZSSK Orders Four KISS Double-Deck Trains from Stadler to Enhance Slovakia’s Regional Rail Network

(IN BRIEF) Železničná spoločnosť Slovensko (ZSSK) has signed a contract with Stadler for up to four KISS double-deck trains to enhance Slovakia’s rail network. The new trains, set to operate between Bratislava and Žilina, will improve passenger comfort and capacity, … Read the full press release

Vitol Bunkers Introduces FuelEU Compliant Co-Processed Bunkering Fuel, First Delivered to Elandra Falcon in Fujairah

(IN BRIEF) Vitol Bunkers has introduced FuelEU compliant co-processed bunkering fuel, the first delivery of which was made to the Elandra Falcon vessel in Fujairah. Produced at Vitol’s refinery, this fuel meets the RMG380 VLSFO grade and will be marketed … Read the full press release

LAB Entreprenør to Lead Major Rehabilitation of Bergen Student Housing Under NOK 146 Million Contract

(IN BRIEF) LAB Entreprenør, part of AF Gruppen, has signed a NOK 146 million contract with the Student Welfare Organization of Vestland (Sammen) to renovate a student housing building in Hatleberg, Bergen. The project involves refurbishing the eight-story AB block, … Read the full press release

UK Rail Transformed: £300m Tri-Mode Fleet Order to Boost Capacity, Cut Emissions, and Revolutionize Travel

(IN BRIEF) Arriva Group has announced a £300 million order for 45 new trains, featuring state-of-the-art tri-mode technology that can operate on electrified tracks, battery power, or diesel. Manufactured at Hitachi Rail’s Newton Aycliffe facility and financed by Angel Trains, … Read the full press release

VELUX Group Sets Bold Sustainability Milestones with 60% Emissions Reduction and New Circularity Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) In 2024, the VELUX Group achieved a major sustainability milestone by cutting its operational emissions by 11%, bringing the total reduction to 60% compared to 2020 levels. This improvement was largely driven by a transition to renewable energy … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ Secures New Order to Modernize Cartaseta’s Tissue Machine Combustion System for Enhanced Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ has received an order from Cartaseta AG to upgrade the combustion system on a tissue machine at its Gretzenbach mill in Switzerland. This marks the fifteenth such upgrade by ANDRITZ in five years, with start-up expected in … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Drives Key Projects to Decarbonise Healthcare and Support NHS Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool is leading two critical projects focused on decarbonising healthcare. The Greener Trials project, led by Professor Paula Williamson, aims to reduce the carbon footprint of clinical trials through an open science approach, collaborating with … Read the full press release

Major Road Expansion in Kenya Set to Boost Trade and Sustainability with Support from Team Europe

(IN BRIEF) The upgrade of the Kwa-Jomvu to Mariakani road in Kenya, backed by Team Europe, will transform a two-lane highway into a four and six-lane dual carriageway, improving road safety, reducing emissions, and enhancing regional trade. The €140 million … Read the full press release

Alexion and DHL Express Lead with 100% Transition to Sustainable Aviation Fuel in Europe

(IN BRIEF) Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease, has partnered with DHL Express to become the first company in Ireland to fully transition its air freight operations to 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). This switch will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by over … Read the full press release

KUKA Sets Ambitious Carbon Neutrality Goals, Aiming for 90% Emissions Reduction by 2050

(IN BRIEF) KUKA Group has set ambitious environmental goals, aiming for carbon-neutral production by 2050 and a 90% reduction in emissions along its value chain. The company plans to reduce its own emissions (Scopes 1 and 2) by 40% by … Read the full press release

Telefónica Earns 11th Consecutive Recognition in CDP’s ‘A List’ for Ongoing Climate Leadership

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica has been recognized for the eleventh consecutive year in CDP’s ‘A List’ for its leadership in climate action. The company has successfully reduced its operational emissions by 81% and its value chain emissions by 51%, achieving significant … Read the full press release

Stora Enso Recognized on CDP’s 2024 Climate Change ‘A List’ for Leadership in Sustainability and Emissions Reduction

(IN BRIEF) Stora Enso has been awarded a spot on CDP’s 2024 Climate Change ‘A List’ in recognition of its exceptional leadership in climate action and transparency. The company was acknowledged for its comprehensive disclosure practices, management of environmental risks, … Read the full press release