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Technology Breakthroughs Are Unlocking Geothermal Energy's Vast Potential Across The Globe

With global electricity demand set to grow strongly, new technologies are opening up the massive potential of geothermal energy to provide around-the-clock clean power in almost all countries around the world, according to a new IEA report .

Germany
Siemens Mobility rolls out its battery train technology in East Brandenburg, Berlin

Thirty-one Siemens Mobility Mireo Plus B trains are being phased in to the Berlin Brandenburg metropolitan region, beginning on Sunday (15 December), being the latest proof point of the technology that underpins the Desiro Verve project in Britain.

Weltec Biopower Builds Biomethane Plant In England

The German manufacturer Weltec Biopower has been commissioned by the English recycling company Eco Sustainable Solutions Ltd. to build a biomethane plant. The plant is located near Bournemouth Airport in the south of England.  

Neste to Supply Sustainable Aviation Fuel to Air New Zealand

Neste and Air New Zealand have signed an agreement for the supply of 23,000 tons of neat, ie unblended Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel™. It is the airline's largest purchase of sustainable aviation fuel to date. The SAF will be used by Air New Zealand at Los Angeles and San Francisco international airports through February 2026.

County in Washington State Distributing Free Energy Efficient Appliances to Customers

Snohomish County PUD is distributing free energy-efficient appliances to qualified customers through its Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates, or HEAR, program. The program is funded by the Climate Commitment Act through the state’s Department of Commerce.

The EU Council Calls For A European Geothermal Action Plan

On Dec. 16, the energy ministers in the EU Energy Council approved conclusions on promoting geothermal energy. This is a pivotal moment for geothermal energy in Europe.

SunHydrogen completes demonstration of commercially-relevant 1m² scale green hydrogen panel

Developer of a breakthrough technology to produce renewable hydrogen using sunlight and water, SunHydrogen , has announced it has completed a demonstration of its green hydrogen technology at the commercially-relevant 1m² scale.

How Digitalization is Transforming the Energy Landscape: An Interview With Gerhard Salge of Hitachi Energy

Digitalization is transforming the energy landscape; it has been called to “fundamentally reshape how electricity is produced, distributed, and consumed.” Digitalization is key to creating a resilient and adaptable grid by enabling real-time data analysis, predictive maintenance, and the efficient integration of renewable energy.  

Romania
Econergy wins Romanian Contract for Difference auction with Parau 2 Solar Park project

Renewable energy developer and Independent Power Producer (IPP) Econergy Renewable Energy has announced success in the recent Romanian Contracts for Difference (CfD) auction with the Parau 2 solar project.

The Mighty Mini Circuit Breaker: A 100-Year Legacy Leads to an Energy Transition

The miniature circuit breaker (MCB) celebrated its 100th anniversary in November 2024. This milestone marks a momentous occasion in the history of electrification. However, many people aren't even aware of what this small device does for them — or what it could help them accomplish years from now. Is its potential worth getting energized over?

Nordic Solar Enters Into Agreement With Ringkjøbing Landbobank For First BESS Project in Denmark

Danish energy company Nordic Solar has just signed a credit agreement for its first battery storage project, which is located in Borup near Hillerød north of Copenhagen. The agreement covers construction financing which, subsequent to grid connection, is replaced by project financing spanning several years.

Exus Renewables Expands Into Poland with 1.2GW Wind Farm Acquisitions

Exus Renewables , a leader in renewable energy, has announced its expansion into Poland with the acquisition of a 1,056MW seven wind farm portfolio and a 53MW two wind farm portfolio.

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