Tag Archives: energy efficiency

ABB Strengthens Leadership in Smart Building Solutions with Acquisition of Siemens’ Wiring Accessories Business in China

(IN BRIEF) ABB has successfully acquired Siemens’ Wiring Accessories business in China, enhancing its position in the smart building technologies sector. The acquisition, valued at over $150 million in revenue for 2024, adds a robust distribution network across 230 cities … 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

Rothesay Commits £150m to Boost UK Social Housing Retrofit with NWF and THFC

(IN BRIEF) Rothesay has committed £150m to a new unsecured debt facility for social housing retrofitting, launched by the National Wealth Fund (NWF) and The Housing Finance Corporation (THFC). The facility, with an initial £150m guarantee from the NWF, enables … Read the full press release

KSB Group Unveils Highly Efficient MultiTec Plus Pump Series for Drinking Water Transport

(IN BRIEF) KSB Group is set to launch its MultiTec Plus pump series by the end of February 2025, with the size 150 variant designed for drinking water transport. These pumps are optimized for hydraulic efficiency and energy savings, integrating … Read the full press release

Busch Group to Showcase Cutting-Edge Vacuum and Abatement Solutions at SEMICON China 2025

(IN BRIEF) The Busch Group will present its cutting-edge vacuum and abatement solutions at SEMICON China 2025, showcasing innovations like Pfeiffer Vacuum+Fab Solutions’ UltiDry pump and centrotherm clean solutions’ high-temperature thermal abatement system. Visitors can explore these technologies designed to … Read the full press release

BevZero Equipment Sales and Distribution Enhances Dealcoholization Capabilities with New ClearAlc 300 l/h Demonstration Unit in Spain Facility

(IN BRIEF) BevZero, a global leader in beverage services and equipment, has announced the delivery of a ClearAlc Dealcoholization demonstration unit to its Spain facility. Manufactured by Tomsa Destil, the 300-liter-per-hour unit is designed to showcase the capabilities of larger … Read the full press release

SounDigital Integrates Infineon’s CoolGaN™ Technology to Boost Efficiency and Sound Quality in New 1500W Class D Amplifier

(IN BRIEF) SounDigital has incorporated Infineon’s CoolGaN™ transistors into its latest 1500 W Class D amplifier, enhancing both energy efficiency and sound quality. The integration of GaN technology results in a 60% reduction in energy loss, a 5% improvement in … Read the full press release

STMicroelectronics Unveils Next-Gen Optical Interconnect Technologies to Drive AI Growth and Energy Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) STMicroelectronics has unveiled its new silicon photonics and BiCMOS technologies to meet the growing demands of AI and datacenter interconnects. With a focus on energy-efficient, high-speed solutions, these innovations are set to power the next generation of optical … Read the full press release

KfW Research: Germany Faces Challenges in Heat Pump Adoption Despite Growing Market Demand

(IN BRIEF) The adoption of heat pumps in Germany remains slower compared to other European countries, largely due to the significant electricity-to-gas price ratio. However, recent findings from KfW Research suggest that adjusting these prices could significantly boost the number … Read the full press release

Schaeffler to Highlight Sustainable Innovations at bauma 2025 for the Construction Equipment Industry

(IN BRIEF) Schaeffler will demonstrate its cutting-edge products for the construction equipment sector at bauma 2025, showcasing technologies aimed at improving energy efficiency and reducing total cost of ownership. Highlights include low-friction rolling bearings, Ewellix electromechanical linear actuators, and highly … Read the full press release

EIB and Malta’s Ministry for Finance Sign €130 Million Agreement to Boost Sustainable Growth and Innovation

(IN BRIEF) The EIB has signed a €130 million agreement with the Maltese government, marking the first tranche of a €260 million financing package aimed at co-financing key EU-backed projects. The funding will support various sectors including healthcare, digital innovation, … Read the full press release

Brick Award 2024 Opens Submissions for Innovative Brick Architecture in Five Categories

(IN BRIEF) The Brick Award, an internationally recognized architectural prize, honors innovative brick architecture and invites submissions from architects, experts, and developers. The award highlights buildings using clay materials such as bricks, clay blocks, pavers, and ceramic panels, with a … Read the full press release

Imerys Achieves Top CDP Climate Rating and Strong ESG Performance in 2024

(IN BRIEF) Imerys has been recognized with an A rating on the CDP Corporate Climate A List for 2024, an improvement from its B score in 2023, underscoring the company’s commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and achieving Science-Based Targets … 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

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

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

ABL Partners with EHCAAN to Accelerate Decarbonization in Egypt’s Aviation Industry

(IN BRIEF) ABL, a global energy and marine consultancy, has partnered with the Egyptian Holding Company for Airports and Air Navigation (EHCAAN) to advance carbon reduction efforts within Egypt’s aviation industry. The MoU, signed on February 3, 2025, focuses on … Read the full press release

British Gas to Create 400+ Apprenticeship Roles in 2025 to Support Net Zero Goals and Drive Career Diversity

(IN BRIEF) British Gas has announced it will offer over 400 apprenticeship roles in 2025 as part of its effort to accelerate the transition to a net zero future. The apprentices will help with energy efficiency, boiler repairs, and the … Read the full press release

EIF Backs Nordic Climate-Tech Innovation with €34.6 Million Commitment to Course Corrected VC Fund II

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) has pledged €34.6 million to Course Corrected VC Fund II, a venture-capital fund dedicated to backing early-stage climate-tech companies in the Nordic region. This funding will help the fund reach its target size … Read the full press release

EIB Approves PLN 1 Billion Loan to Support Sustainable Urban Projects Across Polish Cities

(IN BRIEF) In 2024, the European Investment Bank (EIB) approved over PLN 1 billion (around €274 million) to support sustainable urban development in Polish cities, including Kielce, Radom, Rybnik, and Chorzów. This financing aims to improve urban infrastructure, transport systems, … Read the full press release