Tag Archives: ENERGY

EBRD Mobilizes Funding to Strengthen Ukraine’s Energy Security

(IN BRIEF) In response to recent attacks by Russia on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has pledged over €300 million in additional funding to support the country’s state-owned energy companies. This commitment, formalized through … Read the full press release

bp Streamlines Organizational Structure to Drive Value Growth

(IN BRIEF) In a move to enhance operational efficiency and focus on delivering its priorities, bp announces a simplification of its organizational structure. The company will maintain three core businesses – production & operations, gas & low carbon energy, and … Read the full press release

EBRD Bolsters Serbian Automotive Lighting with €15 Million Loan for Energy-Efficient Expansion

(IN BRIEF) Feka Automotive, a prominent Serbian automotive lighting producer with ties to major global car manufacturers, including Toyota and Volkswagen, is set to undergo a significant expansion with the support of a €15 million loan from the European Bank … Read the full press release

MYTILINEOS and Powerledger Revolutionize Energy Transparency in Greece

(IN BRIEF) MYTILINEOS Energy & Metals, in collaboration with Protergia and Powerledger, introduces groundbreaking energy provenance tracking and tracing features in Greece. This innovative partnership empowers consumers to track their energy sources in near real-time, visualize their carbon footprint, and … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies Marks 100 Years of Energy Innovation and Leadership

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies is celebrating its 100th anniversary, marking a century of innovation and leadership in the global energy sector. Founded in 1924 as Compagnie Française des Pétroles, the company started in France without local oil resources but quickly expanded … Read the full press release

EBRD Invests €25 Million in Vilnius Residential Energy Efficiency Fund

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is supporting energy efficiency initiatives in Vilnius by investing €25 million in Šiaulių Bank’s energy efficiency fund. Managed by Šiaulių Bank, the fund aims to finance energy efficiency renovations in … Read the full press release

Vattenfall’s Women Lead the Charge: Progress and Promises for Gender Diversity in Energy

(IN BRIEF) In the midst of International Women’s Day celebrations, Vattenfall, a key player in the energy market, showcases its commitment to gender diversity and equality. With women outnumbering men in top-level management, including the CFO Kerstin Ahlfont, Vattenfall highlights … Read the full press release

Euronext Welcomes Espe’s Renewable Energy Solutions to Milan Market

(IN BRIEF) Espe, an energy company based near Padua, Italy, has been listed on Euronext Growth Milan, marking its third listing in 2024 and the sixth overall on Euronext this year. The company specializes in industrial electrical and automation systems, … Read the full press release

Plenitude Enhances Spanish Offshore Wind Portfolio with BlueFloat and Sener Collaboration

(IN BRIEF) Plenitude, an Italian energy company specializing in renewable energy, has joined forces with BlueFloat Energy and Sener Renewable Investments to advance offshore wind projects in Spain. This partnership strengthens their existing consortium and creates a dominant player in … Read the full press release

RWE’s Agrivoltaics Plant in Germany Begins Green Electricity Supply

(IN BRIEF) RWE’s agrivoltaics (Agri-PV) plant in Germany, which integrates power generation and agriculture, has commenced the supply of green electricity to the grid after a rapid five-month construction period. Located on approximately seven hectares of recultivated land near the … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ Expands Environmental and Energy Focus with New Business Area and Financial Reporting Changes

(IN BRIEF) International technology group ANDRITZ has announced the establishment of a new business area called “Environment & Energy” to consolidate its environmental and energy-focused technologies, aiming to better align with the markets it serves. ANDRITZ Environment & Energy offers … Read the full press release

Crisis-Resilient Partnership: EBRD Grants €150 Million Loan to Ukrenergo for Ukraine’s Energy Security Amid Ongoing Conflict

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is providing a €150 million sovereign-backed loan to Ukraine’s electricity transmission company, Ukrenergo, as part of a comprehensive effort to support Ukraine’s energy security amidst the ongoing conflict with Russia. … Read the full press release

Iberdrola’s Commitment to Innovation Garners Second Consecutive Recognition from European Commission

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola, a major energy company, has received recognition as the world’s leading private utility for investment in innovation and development, marking its second consecutive year of achievement in this regard. The European Commission’s report, ‘The 2023 Industrial R&D … Read the full press release

Portugal’s Floene Enhances Cybersecurity in Energy Distribution Through ENCS Membership

(IN BRIEF) The European Network for Cyber Security (ENCS) welcomes Floene as its newest member, focused on enhancing cyber defenses in Europe’s energy sector. Floene manages Portugal’s largest gas distribution network and boasts modern infrastructure for renewable gas distribution, including … Read the full press release

AI Technology Revolutionizes Energy Efficiency in Buildings, Cutting Consumption and Emissions

(IN BRIEF) AI technology has the potential to significantly reduce energy consumption in buildings, which account for a substantial portion of energy usage and carbon dioxide emissions in the EU. By using sensors to collect data on temperature, humidity, and … Read the full press release

Nordic Investment Bank Collaborates with Lithuania to Boost Energy Efficiency in Public Buildings

(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) has signed a 20-year credit facility with Lithuania to co-finance the energy efficiency program for public buildings from 2023 to 2026. This financing will be used to renovate 25 public buildings, leading to … Read the full press release

New Report by Energy Efficiency Movement Charts Path to Significant Emissions Reduction and Cost Savings for Industries

(IN BRIEF) The Energy Efficiency Movement (EEM), founded by ABB and comprising over 400 organizations worldwide, has published a report titled “The Case for Industrial Energy Efficiency.” This report offers corporate leaders insights into ten measures that leverage mature technologies … Read the full press release

Eni Awards 2023 Recognize Pioneering Research in Energy and Environment

(IN BRIEF) The Eni Awards ceremony for 2023 took place at Palazzo del Quirinale in Rome, attended by the President of the Republic Sergio Mattarella, Eni’s Chairman Giuseppe Zafarana, and Eni’s CEO Claudio Descalzi. These awards, now in their fifteenth … Read the full press release

Enel Joins Forces with Atalanta Football Club as Official Energy Partner for Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) Enel, a multinational power company, has entered into a partnership with Italy’s Atalanta football club to become its Official Energy Partner. As part of the collaboration, Enel’s logo will feature prominently at Atalanta’s stadium, including on LED screens, … Read the full press release

Wärtsilä’s Quest for Sustainable Solutions Gets a EUR 75 Million Boost from NIB

(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) and Wärtsilä Corporation, a Finnish technology group, have entered into a ten-year EUR 75 million investment loan agreement. This partnership aims to finance Wärtsilä’s research and development (R&D) activities from 2023 to 2025, … Read the full press release