Tag Archives: sustainability

SFE Awards ANDRITZ Major Contract for New Øksenelvane Hydropower Plant in Norway

(IN BRIEF) SFE has awarded ANDRITZ a contract to supply advanced electromechanical equipment for the new Øksenelvane hydropower plant, which will significantly increase clean energy production in Norway. The project is set to play a key role in supporting Norway’s … Read the full press release

METLEN Partners with HSGME to Enhance Raw Material Security and Sustainability for Aluminium of Greece

(IN BRIEF) METLEN and HSGME have launched a partnership to improve raw material supply security for Aluminium of Greece, focusing on sustainable mining practices and advanced technologies like AI to optimize exploration. The collaboration will promote local economic growth, responsible … Read the full press release

University of Glasgow Report Calls for Enhanced Sediment Management to Support Hydropower and Protect Ecosystems in Scotland

(IN BRIEF) A new report highlights the need for better sediment management in Scotland’s hydropower systems to ensure both efficient energy production and environmental protection. Commissioned by CREW and developed by the University of Glasgow and cbec eco-engineering, the study … Read the full press release

NBCo debuta en Davos: pionera de un futuro en el que los envases simplemente desaparecen

(NOTICIA EN BREVE) Hoy, durante el Foro Económico Mundial de Davos 2025, NBCo hizo su debut como la organización pionera en la lucha contra la crisis de los envases plásticos. Cada año, se producen más de 600 mil millones de … Read the full press release

SSAB Appoints Helena Norrman as EVP & Head of Group Communications

(IN BRIEF) SSAB has appointed Helena Norrman as its new EVP and Head of Group Communications, a role created within the Group Executive Committee. With her extensive background in communications, Norrman will play a key role in supporting SSAB’s transformation … Read the full press release

NBCo fait ses débuts à Davos – Le pionnier d’un avenir sans emballages.

(ACTUALITÉ EN BREF) Lors du Forum économique mondial de Davos 2025, NBCo a présenté son initiative visant à mettre fin à la crise des emballages plastiques. Chaque année, plus de 600 milliards de bouteilles en plastique sont produites, souvent utilisées … Read the full press release

ABB Acquires Sensorfact to Strengthen Digital Energy Solutions for Industrial Clients

(IN BRIEF) ABB has acquired Sensorfact BV, a leader in energy management solutions, to enhance its digital energy offerings for industrial clients. Sensorfact’s AI-powered SaaS platform helps small and medium-sized enterprises optimize energy consumption and reduce operational costs. This acquisition … Read the full press release

NBCo debütiert in Davos – Pionierarbeit für eine Zukunft, in der Verpackungen einfach verschwinden

(IN KÜRZE) NBCo, ein Unternehmen, das sich auf nachhaltige Verpackungslösungen konzentriert, stellte seine innovative faserbasierte Flasche auf dem Weltwirtschaftsforum 2025 in Davos vor. Dieses neue Produkt soll herkömmliche Kunststoffverpackungen ersetzen und verwendet Materialien wie Bambus, Miscanthus und landwirtschaftliche Abfälle. NBCo … Read the full press release

AFRY Partners with Landsvirkjun for Iceland’s First Utility-Scale Wind Farm at Búrfell

(IN BRIEF) Iceland’s state-owned energy company, Landsvirkjun, has partnered with AFRY to develop the country’s first utility-scale wind farm at Búrfell. With a capacity of 120 MW from 28 turbines, the project will utilize the existing hydropower infrastructure to minimize … Read the full press release

AFRY Secures Key Design Contract for Control Circuit Reconstruction at Paks Nuclear Power Plant, Hungary

(IN BRIEF) AFRY has been awarded a significant design contract by MVM NUKA for the reconstruction of control circuits at Hungary’s MVM Paks Nuclear Power Plant as part of its lifetime extension programme. The project involves the design of nearly … Read the full press release

EIB and Banco Desio Launch €400 Million Financing Initiative to Support Innovation in Italian Businesses

(IN BRIEF) In Milan, the European Investment Bank (EIB) and Banco Desio signed the first €60 million tranche of a €200 million credit line designed to boost €400 million in investment for Italian SMEs and mid-cap businesses. The initiative aims … Read the full press release

Borealis and Aspiravi Forge Partnership for 120 GWh Annual Supply of Renewable Energy, Advancing Decarbonization Efforts in Belgium

(IN BRIEF) Borealis has signed a long-term power purchase agreement with Aspiravi to secure 120 GWh of renewable energy annually from Belgian wind farms. This partnership will significantly reduce Borealis’ Scope 2 emissions and supports the company’s goal of sourcing … Read the full press release

SGS Strengthens North American Operations with Acquisition of RTI Laboratories

(IN BRIEF) SGS has acquired RTI Laboratories, a leading environmental and materials testing service provider in Detroit, Michigan. The acquisition expands SGS’s capabilities in PFAS analysis and materials testing while enhancing its regional presence in the Midwest. The move supports … Read the full press release

Engepack Partners with ABL to Enhance Operational Efficiency with Asset Integrity Management Audit

(IN BRIEF) Engepack, Brazil’s leading PET packaging manufacturer, has partnered with ABL to conduct an operational excellence audit at its Simões Filho plant. The audit will evaluate asset management systems to enhance efficiency, reduce risks, and ensure the plant operates … Read the full press release

EIF Backs Vesper Infrastructure’s Latest Fund Close, Boosting Sustainable Infrastructure Investments Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) has committed €75 million to Vesper Next Generation Infrastructure Fund I, bringing total assets to over €570 million. The Fund focuses on promoting clean energy, decarbonised mobility, and sustainable living solutions across Europe. … Read the full press release

EIF and MicroBank Secure €450 Million Guarantee Agreement to Support Spain’s Entrepreneurs and Social Enterprises

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) and MicroBank have signed a €450 million guarantee agreement to mobilise €750 million in financing for entrepreneurs, micro-enterprises, and social enterprises across Spain. This initiative, backed by InvestEU, aims to address the financing … Read the full press release

EIB Grants SEK €225 million Loan to Malmö for Sustainable Housing Project

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has granted a SEK 2.6 billion loan to the City of Malmö to finance the construction of over 1,500 energy-efficient apartments. This loan furthers the city’s commitment to sustainability and meets EU climate … Read the full press release

Continental Unveils Conti EfficientPro HS5 and HD5 Tires for Enhanced Efficiency and Safety in Long-Distance Haulage

(IN BRIEF) Continental has launched its new Conti EfficientPro HS5 and HD5 tires designed for the commercial vehicle industry. These tires feature the innovative vec2Sil silica compound, which reduces rolling resistance and improves fuel and energy efficiency, while also offering … Read the full press release

Alfa Laval’s Extend™ Technology Boosts Sustainability in Dairy Processing with Significant Resource Savings

(IN BRIEF) Alfa Laval has introduced Extend™, a pioneering technology that revolutionizes dairy processing by reducing water, chemical, and energy consumption during pasteurization. The system, which can be easily installed on existing heat exchangers, reduces bacterial buildup, extends the cleaning … Read the full press release

MAHLE Implements Groundbreaking PVT System for Sustainable Energy at Vaihingen-Enz Plant

(IN BRIEF) MAHLE is pioneering sustainable energy practices at its Vaihingen-Enz plant in Germany by introducing a photovoltaic thermal (PVT) system using over 1,000 PVT hybrid modules from Sunmaxx. The system will generate both electricity and thermal energy, reducing the … Read the full press release