Tag Archives: sustainable energy

Dutch Research Programme Awards €5.7 Million to Advance Data Sharing Solutions for the Energy Transition

(IN BRIEF) Four research projects will receive €5.7 million in KIC funding to explore how better data sharing can support the energy transition in the Netherlands, with total project funding exceeding €8 million when co-funding is included. The projects were … Read the full press release

University of Twente Coordinates Major Dutch Research Programme to Develop Green Ammonia and Nitrogen Recovery Technologies

(IN BRIEF) The University of Twente is coordinating HyNITROGEN, a €20.3 million research consortium focused on developing green production and recovery routes for ammonia and other nitrogen-based chemicals. The initiative is part of Work Package 5 of the GroenvermogenNL programme … Read the full press release

Fortum Recognised as Europe’s Leading Climate Performer as Nordic Energy Company Advances

(IN BRIEF) Fortum has been ranked as Europe’s top-performing company on climate in the latest Financial Times European Climate Leaders list, compiled with Statista. The ranking recognises companies that are making progress in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and evaluates factors … Read the full press release

Energiekontor Secures New PPA Agreements for Post-EEG Wind Parks and Expands Renewable Energy Portfolio

(IN BRIEF) Energiekontor has secured new power purchase agreements for 17 German post-EEG wind parks with a combined capacity exceeding 100 megawatts, strengthening the long-term profitability of its renewable energy portfolio. The company continues expanding and modernizing its wind and … Read the full press release

AFRY Selected to Deliver Engineering Services for Large-Scale Solar Project in Chile

(IN BRIEF) AFRY has been awarded a contract by Moreau to provide detailed engineering services for the 53 MWp San Camilo solar project in Chile’s Atacama Region. The project represents the first phase of a larger renewable energy development that … Read the full press release

Uniper Expands Germany’s Hydrogen Infrastructure Plans with New Import Terminal Initiative

(IN BRIEF) Uniper has launched an Open Season process for capacity at its planned hydrogen import terminal in Wilhelmshaven. The facility will import hydrogen via ammonia shipments, convert the ammonia back into hydrogen using a large-scale cracker and connect the … Read the full press release

Iberdrola Begins Operations at Landmark Portuguese Wind-Hydro Hybrid Energy Project

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola has begun commissioning the Tâmega Norte wind farm in Portugal as part of the Tâmega Complex, the first grid-connected hybrid wind-hydro renewable energy project on the Iberian Peninsula. The project combines two wind farms with a pumped-storage … Read the full press release

Türkiye Selected as Regional Production Hub for ENERCON’s New Generation Onshore Wind Turbine Components

(IN BRIEF) ENERCON will establish a new rotor blade manufacturing facility in Bergama, Türkiye, to support production of components for its E-175 EP5 E2 onshore wind turbine model. The plant is expected to create around 700 jobs and produce up … Read the full press release

Deutsche Bank Participates in Major Australian Battery Storage and Renewable Energy Financing Package

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Bank has provided a AUD 150 million seven-year non-recourse loan facility to support Palisade Investment Partners in refinancing debt linked to the Intera Renewables platform in Australia. The financing forms part of a wider AUD 845 million … Read the full press release

E.ON reports solid start to 2026 as investments in energy infrastructure and grid modernization support earnings growth

(IN BRIEF) E.ON reported higher earnings and continued investment growth during the first quarter of 2026 despite challenging geopolitical and market conditions. Adjusted Group EBITDA rose to €3.3 billion, while adjusted net income increased to €1.34 billion. The company maintained … Read the full press release

Energiekontor Strengthens Long-Term Renewable Energy Position Through New Financial Closings and Smart Technology Investments

(IN BRIEF) Energiekontor began the 2026 financial year with stable operational progress despite continuing market and regulatory challenges affecting the renewable energy sector. The company achieved additional financial closings for German wind projects, advanced construction activities, and commissioned the repowered … Read the full press release

New Bilfinger Contract Advances EWE’s Hydrogen Production and Industrial Decarbonisation Strategy in Germany

(IN BRIEF) Bilfinger has secured a major contract from EWE covering steelwork, piping systems and component installation for the 320 MW green hydrogen production facility being developed in Emden, Germany. The project forms part of the “Clean Hydrogen Coastline” initiative … Read the full press release

DNV Forecasts Major Expansion of Clean Hydrogen as Energy Security and Chinese Investment Drive Global Growth

(IN BRIEF) DNV’s latest Energy Transition Outlook Hydrogen to 2060 forecasts a major expansion in the global clean hydrogen industry, with production expected to increase 100-fold and cumulative investments reaching USD 3.2 trillion by 2060. The report identifies China as … Read the full press release

Ørsted and PGE Begin Offshore Construction of Poland’s Largest Wind Farm Project

(IN BRIEF) Ørsted and PGE Polska Grupa Energetyczna have launched offshore construction activities for the Baltica 2 offshore wind farm in the Baltic Sea, beginning with the installation of the first monopile foundations. The 1.5 GW project, located off the … Read the full press release

EnBW Highlights Record Energy Transition Investments and Renewable Growth at 2026 Annual General Meeting

(IN BRIEF) EnBW Energie Baden-Württemberg AG used its 2026 Annual General Meeting to highlight record investments, strong earnings and its long-term strategy for Germany’s energy transition. The company invested €7.6 billion in 2025, primarily into renewable energy, electricity and gas … Read the full press release

Svenska Kraftnät Selects AFRY to Support Development of Critical Electricity Transmission IT Systems

(IN BRIEF) AFRY has signed a new framework agreement with Svenska Kraftnät to provide IT services supporting the modernization and expansion of Sweden’s electricity transmission system. AFRY was selected as one of six final suppliers through a two-stage procurement process. … Read the full press release

Paul Scherrer Institute Study Identifies Biomethane as Key to Strengthening Switzerland Energy Independence

(IN BRIEF) A study led by the Paul Scherrer Institute finds that Switzerland could significantly reduce its reliance on imported gas by expanding the use of domestically produced biomethane derived from biomass such as wood waste, sewage sludge, and green … Read the full press release

Fortum Battery Recycling Expands Kirchardt Facility Capacity with New Environmental Permit in Germany

(IN BRIEF) Fortum Battery Recycling has secured a new environmental permit for its Kirchardt facility in Germany, significantly increasing its capacity to process end-of-life lithium-ion batteries from 10 to 25 tonnes per day and expanding storage capacity to 250 tonnes. … Read the full press release

Uniper, Evonik and Iqony Advance Energy Transition with Scalable Industrial Waste Heat Recovery Solution

(IN BRIEF) Uniper and Evonik have commissioned an innovative high-temperature heat pump in Herne, Germany, capable of converting industrial waste heat into district heating for around 1,000 households. The system, operated in collaboration with Iqony, delivers up to 1.5 megawatts … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank Supports Greece in Developing Large-Scale Energy Autonomy Programme for Military Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank is supporting Greece’s Ministry of National Defence in developing a comprehensive investment programme to enhance energy autonomy across key military installations. Covering around 40 high-consumption sites, the initiative aims to significantly reduce energy usage … Read the full press release