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Eco Wave Power receives final permit from US Army Corps of Engineers for wave energy project 

Eco Wave Power Global AB has announced it has received the final Nationwide Permit (NWP) from the US Army Corps of Engineers for its wave energy project at AltaSea's premises at the Port of Los Angeles, which is set to become the first onshore wave energy installation in the US.

Asahi Kasei Breaks Ground on Lithium-ion Battery Separator Plant in the Niagara Region

Asahi Kasei Battery Separator Corporation marked a significant step in its commitment to supporting the North American electric vehicle market by breaking ground on its new lithium-ion battery separator manufacturing facility in Port Colborne, Ontario, Canada

Renewables are expanding in Asia but coal still dominates finds new EIC report

Asia’s renewable energy sector is expanding but policy inconsistencies, grid limitations, and reliance on fossil fuels mean that the continent still has a long way to go in its journey to decarbonise its economies, says a new report by trade association the Energy Industries Council (EIC).

Can Biomass Help the UK Achieve Net Zero?

Biomass represented 8.6% of the UK’s energy supply in 2022 and is set to play an important role in the government’s plan to meet net zero goals. However, there are concerns about the supply of biomass fuels and whether it is viable on a large scale. 

Nissan calls for urgent action on UK Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate

Nissan has called for urgent action to avoid carmakers being penalised for slowdown in electric vehicle (EV) sales in the UK resulting from outdated targets in the UK’s Zero Emissions Vehicles Mandate.

Villara's AquaThermAire Revolutionizes Home Energy Efficiency and Wins Top Honor

Villara Corporation's AquaThermAire system has been awarded the 2024 Sacramento Inno Award for integrating heating, cooling, and water heating into a single, all-electric solution. Developed in response to traditional heat pump limitations, AquaThermAire was engineered to support California's 2050 carbon-free goals while delivering superior comfort, affordability, and reliability to homeowners.

Seequent and International Geothermal Association Partner to Unlock Geothermal Energy's Potential

Seequent , The Bentley Subsurface Company, today announced a strategic partnership with the International Geothermal Association (IGA) to boost geothermal energy's role as a sustainable and reliable renewable energy source.

Air Liquide To Invest In Hydrogen Supply Chain To Support Low-Carbon Mobility In France

Pursuing the development of its low-carbon hydrogen ecosystem in the Normandy industrial basin, Air Liquide will invest €50 million in a new hydrogen packaging and delivery supply chain to refueling stations along the Seine Axis, to support the acceleration of low-carbon mobility.

Green Economy launches carbon calculator to simplify goal to net zero for Greater Manchester SMEs

Green Economy and GM Business Growth Hub have launched a new carbon calculator tool, developed on behalf of Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA), to help SMEs and not-for-profit organisations who are at an early stage of their carbon reduction journey but it can also be used by larger businesses looking to reaffirm or tweak their existing plans.

Buoy Relaunch Signals New Phase Of Wildlife Monitoring For Tidal Scheme

A data gathering buoy linked to north Wales tidal energy scheme, Morlais, will embark on its second mission following its launch off the coast near Holyhead. The vessel also known as the Marinus LiDAR buoy, is part of a significant research exercise to ensure that marine mammals and birds are safeguarded as Morlais becomes operational from 2026.

Circular Economy Investments Bring Social, Economic and Environmental Benefits

At the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) presented their first joint report on the circular economy: “The circular economy in motion”.

Slash energy costs by raising solar power target says trade association Solar Energy UK

Tripling current solar generation capacity to 60 GW by 2030 would significantly lower the cost of electricity, according to an academic analysis conducted by Durham University Energy Institute for trade association Solar Energy UK.

EVLO to Provide Dominion Energy With Safety Enhanced Energy Storage Systems

EVLO Energy Storage Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Hydro-Québec,  will develop a battery energy storage system (BESS) with enhanced fire and safety features  for Dominion Energy that meet and exceed Dominion’s unique safety specifications.

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Singapore Government to invest SGD$100 million to boost growth in offshore energy over the next 5 years

The Singapore Minister of State for the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth & Ministry of Trade and Industry, Alvin Tan, has announced a new SGD$100 million support package for marine and offshore engineering companies, aimed at fostering growth in offshore wind, floating storage and digitalisation over the next five years.

Repower Ukraine with Energy Storage and Renewables