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Siemens and Hirano Tecseed Collaborate to Transform Battery Production with Advanced Simulation and Digital Twin Technology

(IN BRIEF) Siemens and Hirano Tecseed have partnered to advance battery manufacturing processes, focusing on digitalization and the optimization of coating machines. The collaboration uses Siemens’ Simcenter™ software and digital twin technology to simulate and improve the coating process, ensuring … Read the full press release

ABB’s BESS-as-a-Service Offers Businesses a Flexible, Zero-CapEx Solution for Energy Storage and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) ABB has launched its Battery Energy Storage Systems-as-a-Service to provide businesses with a flexible, zero-CapEx solution for energy storage. This service, designed for various industries, enables companies to adopt advanced energy solutions without large capital investments, ensuring immediate … Read the full press release

Iron Powder: A Sustainable Solution for Energy Storage, Developed by Professor Philip de Goey

(IN BRIEF) Professor Philip de Goey of Eindhoven University of Technology has pioneered the development of iron powder as a sustainable energy carrier. This innovation allows energy from renewable sources to be stored safely and reused efficiently, offering a new … Read the full press release

Collaboration combines BASF’s Licity® 2698 X F binder and Group14’s SCC55® silicon material, enhancing battery performance with higher durability and energy capacity

(IN BRIEF) BASF and Group14 Technologies have unveiled a groundbreaking silicon battery solution combining BASF’s Licity 2698 X F binder and Group14’s SCC55 silicon material. This new solution boosts battery performance, offering faster charging, higher energy density, and remarkable durability. … Read the full press release

Alfa Laval to Celebrate 100 Years in Japan at World Expo 2025 in Osaka

(IN BRIEF) Alfa Laval is excited to participate in the World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, as a partner in the Nordic Pavilion. The event will address key global challenges, from improving energy efficiency to decarbonizing shipping. Alfa Laval’s presence … Read the full press release

GreenPowerMonitor Unveils Enhanced Energy Management Solutions to Support the Transition to Hybrid Energy Plants

(IN BRIEF) GreenPowerMonitor (GPM), now part of DNV, has introduced important advancements in its energy management solutions aimed at supporting the transition to hybrid energy plants and improving grid stability. These updates include the Hybrid Energy Management System (HEMS) and … Read the full press release

Ingka Investments Launches First Solar Park in Poland, Expanding Commitment to Renewable Energy

(IN BRIEF) Ingka Investments has inaugurated its first solar park in Poland, a 29 MW installation in Recz developed with Enerparc. The project adds to Ingka Group’s renewable energy portfolio in the country, which now includes seven wind farms and … Read the full press release

Equinor Unveils New Power Business Area and Appoints Helge Haugane as EVP to Propel Sustainable Growth and Reliability in Global Energy Markets

(IN BRIEF) Equinor has established a new Power business area by integrating its renewable energy assets with flexible power solutions from its MMP division. This strategic initiative is aimed at addressing the growing global demand for electricity fueled by increased … Read the full press release

EIB Finalizes €405 Million Loan to Power Poland’s Energy Transition with Major Grid Upgrades

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank has signed a loan agreement of 1.7 billion Polish zlotys (€405 million) with Orlen, which will finance major upgrades to Poland’s electricity network through its subsidiary, Energa Operator. This installment is the final tranche … Read the full press release

University of Groningen Researcher Moniek Tromp Innovates with Tabletop Spectroscope to Advance Sustainable Battery Research

(IN BRIEF) Moniek Tromp, a researcher at the University of Groningen, has developed a portable, tabletop spectroscope to accelerate her research on sustainable battery technology. This innovation allows her to conduct vital measurements on batteries in her own lab, bypassing … Read the full press release

Lion Storage Secures Financing for One of Europe’s Largest Battery Energy Storage Systems

(IN BRIEF) Lion Storage, a Dutch energy storage developer, has reached financial close on the Mufasa project, set to become one of Europe’s largest battery energy storage systems (BESS). With a storage capacity of 1,400MWh and a power capacity of … Read the full press release

RWE Launches Major Battery Storage Systems to Support Energy Grid Stability in Germany

(IN BRIEF) RWE has launched one of Germany’s largest battery storage systems at its Hamm and Neurath sites, providing 220 MW of capacity to help stabilise the electricity grid. The system contributes to energy market balancing and is integrated into … Read the full press release

DNV Supports Grenergy in Securing USD 299 Million Financing for Landmark Renewable Energy Project in Chile

(IN BRIEF) DNV has assisted Grenergy in securing USD 299 million in financing for the Víctor Jara phase of the Oasis de Atacama project in Chile, which is set to be the world’s largest battery energy storage system. The project … Read the full press release

Plenitude Expands U.S. Renewable Energy Portfolio with Key California Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) Plenitude, through its U.S. subsidiary Eni New Energy US Inc., has signed an agreement with EDP Renewables North America to acquire a 49% stake in a California-based renewable energy portfolio. The portfolio includes two operational solar farms, Sandrini … Read the full press release

Zurich and Aon Launch Comprehensive Insurance Facility to Accelerate Global Hydrogen Projects

(IN BRIEF) Zurich Insurance Group and Aon have launched a comprehensive insurance facility to support blue and green hydrogen projects globally, with coverage for projects up to USD 250 million. This initiative, led by Zurich and brokered exclusively by Aon, … Read the full press release

AFRY Strengthens Renewable Energy Portfolio with Carelin Oy Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) AFRY has announced its acquisition of Carelin Oy, a leading provider of project management, energy, and asset care services in the Finnish renewable energy market. This strategic move aims to enhance AFRY’s offerings in the renewables sector, allowing … Read the full press release

Iberdrola’s Chairman Advocates Energy Storage and Local Community Involvement for Renewable Expansion at Davos Forum

(IN BRIEF) Ignacio Galán, the Executive Chairman of Iberdrola, stressed the significance of energy storage in accelerating investments in renewables during his participation in the Davos Forum session on tripling renewables. Galán emphasized the need for investments in electricity distribution … Read the full press release

Investment Powerhouses Impala and Exor Forge Strategic Alliance to Drive the Expansion of TagEnergy’s Renewable Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Investment firms Impala and Exor have partnered to support the growth of TagEnergy, a company operating in the renewable and energy storage sectors. TagEnergy, founded in 2019 by Franck Woitiez and Jacques Veyrat, focuses on developing, financing, and … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies’ Antwerp Battery Farm Project to Enhance Energy Security and Renewables Integration

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies has launched a battery farm project at its Antwerp refinery in Belgium, featuring a 25 MW power rating and a 75 MWh capacity. The battery installation, supplied by Saft, a subsidiary of TotalEnergies, will be the company’s … Read the full press release

Infineon Highlights Advanced Silicon and Wide Bandgap Materials to Drive Decarbonization and Digitalization at APEC 2023

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies is set to showcase a range of high-performance and energy-efficient power solutions at the 2023 Applied Power Electronics Conference in Orlando. The company’s product portfolio of advanced silicon and wide bandgap materials will be highlighted to … Read the full press release