Tag Archives: renewable energy

Equinor Boosts Norwegian Deliveries and Employment, Paving the Way for Ambitious 2035 Targets

(IN BRIEF) The 2024 report on Equinor’s deliveries in Norway shows significant growth, with procurement reaching NOK 142.6 billion—up from NOK 134 billion in 2023. An impressive 93% of these deliveries were sourced from Norwegian suppliers across 260 municipalities, creating … Read the full press release

PNE Group Accelerates Renewable Expansion With Permits for 185 MW of Wind and Solar Projects

(IN BRIEF) The PNE Group has obtained permits for two onshore wind farms in Hesse and a ground-mounted photovoltaic power plant in Brandenburg, collectively delivering around 185 MW of renewable energy. The Herzhausen wind farm will host six turbines (5.5 … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric Ignites Global Innovation in a €10,000 Solar Challenge

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric has launched registration for its 2025 Schneider Go Green Competition, inviting global teams of students and young entrepreneurs to design innovative energy solutions that enhance reliability, wellbeing, and cost-efficiency. With a theme centered on “Renewable Energy … Read the full press release

Joint Venture Launch: Solease and Eneco Unite to Revolutionize Sustainable Business Premises with GroenGebouw™

(IN BRIEF) Solease and Eneco have formed a joint venture to exclusively promote Eneco’s new business product, Eneco GroenGebouw™, a full-service concept designed to boost the sustainability of commercial premises. This collaboration will provide property owners with end-to-end services—from energy … Read the full press release

Endesa and Verbund Green Power Iberia Forge Long-Term Renewable Energy Pact to Boost Decarbonization

(IN BRIEF) Endesa has signed a long-term Power Purchase Agreement with Verbund Green Power Iberia, the Spanish subsidiary of Verbund, to receive renewable energy from a wind farm in Huelva that has been operational since 2023. This agreement is a … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies Bolsters Global Renewable Portfolio with Key Acquisitions in Europe, Africa, and Canada

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies has completed a series of strategic acquisitions and agreements to expand its renewable energy portfolio across Europe, Africa, and Canada. In Europe, the acquisition of VSB Group—an established developer in wind and solar energy—strengthens its integrated electricity … Read the full press release

Shell Launches MIDEL Brand to Bolster Global Transformer Liquid Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Shell has launched its new Shell MIDEL brand, integrating its range of ester-based transformer insulating liquids into a comprehensive portfolio alongside Shell Diala GTL. This expanded offering is designed to improve energy efficiency, reliability, and environmental protection across … Read the full press release

Transforming Social Housing: £400 Million Backing to Accelerate Energy Efficiency Upgrades

(IN BRIEF) The National Wealth Fund has announced a significant financial guarantee of up to £400 million to support a series of new loans provided by NatWest Group for retrofitting social housing in the UK. The objective of this initiative … Read the full press release

Nordex Secures Landmark Nordic Orders with OX2 to Propel Finland’s Wind Energy Expansion

(IN BRIEF) Swedish renewable energy company OX2 placed two significant orders with the Nordex Group for 70 N175/6.X wind turbines, marking the first use of this new turbine model in the Nordic region. The orders, which come with a 35-year … 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

RWE Partners with NBIM in €1.4 Billion Deal to Boost Offshore Wind Capacity in Germany and Denmark

(IN BRIEF) RWE has partnered with Norges Bank Investment Management to transfer a 49% stake in its Nordseecluster and Thor offshore wind projects, valued at approximately €1.4 billion. RWE will remain responsible for the projects’ construction and ongoing operations. The … Read the full press release

Outokumpu, Alfa Laval and SSAB Unite for Ultra-Low Emission Cooling at Helsinki Hospital

(IN BRIEF) Outokumpu has partnered with Alfa Laval and SSAB to provide cutting-edge plate heat exchangers for the Laakso Joint Hospital project in Helsinki. As part of a major redevelopment effort led by the City of Helsinki and Helsinki University … Read the full press release

TruckCharge: Daimler Truck’s Pioneering Step to Power Europe’s Electric Freight Future

(IN BRIEF) Daimler Truck is set to revolutionize electric truck charging in Europe with its new TruckCharge brand, which introduces a semi-public charging network designed to bridge the existing gap in infrastructure. The network will allow depot owners to offer … Read the full press release

Bechtle Unveils Ambitious Expansion with Eco-Friendly Offices in Bonn and Sankt Augustin

(IN BRIEF) Bechtle, a leading IT service provider, is advancing its regional strategy in the Bonn-Rhine-Sieg area with two major construction projects. The company plans to build new office complexes in Bonn’s Bad Godesberg district and in Sankt Augustin. The … Read the full press release

Global Challenge Ignites Circular Economy Innovation: Santander, Norrsken & Oxentia Empower Startups and Scaleups

(IN BRIEF) Banco Santander has launched the Santander X Global Challenge | Circular Economy Revolution in partnership with the Norrsken and Oxentia foundations, targeting startups and scaleups from 11 countries. The challenge invites companies that are focused on enhancing the … Read the full press release

BASF Accelerates Automotive Coatings Growth with Major Production Expansion in Shanghai

(IN BRIEF) BASF’s Coatings division has significantly increased the production capacity of its Caojing plant in Shanghai from 8,000 to 18,800 metric tons per year for polyester and polyurethane resins used in automotive spraycoats. This expansion, part of BASF’s broader … Read the full press release

Hydro to Bolster European Energy Networks with New Wire Rod Casthouse in Karmøy

(IN BRIEF) Hydro has unveiled plans to invest in a new wire rod casthouse at its Karmøy aluminium smelter in Norway, aiming to supply aluminium for Europe’s critical energy infrastructure. With a production capacity of 110,000 tonnes per year, the … 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

MAHLE Achieves Top ‘A’ Rating and Leadership Status in Global Climate Protection Efforts

(IN BRIEF) MAHLE Group has been honored by the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) with an “A” rating in the Climate Protection category, along with a new “Leadership” classification. This accolade reflects MAHLE’s significant efforts in reducing CO₂ emissions, as evidenced … Read the full press release

Revolutionary CCU Breakthroughs Set New Course for Sustainable Industrial Transformation

(IN BRIEF) The CO₂-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference 2025 in Cologne will celebrate the innovative spirit of the CCU industry by presenting the “Best CO₂ Utilisation 2025” award to six groundbreaking technologies. The award highlights solutions that transform CO₂ into … Read the full press release