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Baxi Hydrogen Boilers to be Used With World-First Project With SGN and Fife Council

Baxi will be supplying its 100% hydrogen boilers for the H100 Fife Project, a world-first hydrogen-to-homes demonstration delivered through a partnership between gas distribution company SGN and Fife Council in cooperation with industry regulator Ofgem.

Volta Trucks secures European Whole Vehicle Type Approval for the Volta Zero

Electric commercial vehicle manufacturer Volta Trucks has announced it has received European Whole Vehicle Type Approval for its 16-tonne all-electric Volta Zero vehicle, which will allow the company to produce and sell the Volta Zero in volume The European Community Whole Vehicle Type Approval certification is the process used to ensure that all vehicles meet the stringent and relevant environmental, safety and security standards.

Montana Businesses Eligible For Energy Efficiency Upgrades Through C-Pace

The Montana Department of Commerce and the Montana Facility Finance Authority (MFFA) announced that Kalispell and Yellowstone County have become the state’s newest Commercial Property Assessed Capital Enhancement (C-PACE) districts. Commercial building owners in Kalispell and Yellowstone County will now be able to utilize C-PACE financing for energy efficiency upgrades and renewable energy investments for local businesses.

REE Automotive Names Authorized Dealers for The United States

 REE Automotive Ltd., an automotive technology company and provider of electric vehicle (EV) platforms, announced the names of the first US dealers that will be offering Powered by REE EVs to end customers looking to electrify their commercial fleets, as part of REE's go-to-market approach of signing authorized dealers. Initial deliveries to these dealers are slated to begin in Q4 2023. 

Why Are More Solar Modules at Risk for Thermal Runaway?

Many people are exploring how they could expand their renewable energy usage, including solar battery storage products. These solutions allow the storage of excess power produced for later use. That strategy is particularly convenient for individuals living in cloudy climates. However, high-wattage solar panels and internal faults can make thermal runaway events more likely.

EU Parliament’s vote on Buildings directive is a hit and miss for our buildings transition, says Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe

MEPs vote in favour of a mandatory renovations requirement that limits exemptions is welcome, and it will help lift millions of Europeans out of energy poverty for winters to come, but the flexibilities granted to heating technologies certified to run on renewable fuels is a ‘trojan horse’, as they undermine the 2035 phase out date of fossil fuels in buildings, says CAN Europe.

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Fusion Fuel and Toyota Material Handling España promote hydrogen forklifts for Spanish market

Fusion Fuel and Toyota Material Handling España, S.A. have announced they have signed a collaboration agreement to promote the development of the green hydrogen fuel cell forklift market in Spain.

Soaring cost of capital threatens to derail expansion of UK renewable energy projects says Cornwall Insight

The rising cost of capital faced by developers of renewable energy projects, such as onshore wind and solar PV, may slow down the number of new projects and cause some already commissioned projects to become financially unviable.

How to Know Which Building Materials Are Actually Sustainable

More consumers and businesses are considering sustainability in their renovations and new construction. Climate change has caused many to be conscious of the materials they choose for their projects.

Green Highland Leading The Way To Ensure Hydropower Continues To Deliver Critical Energy

Hydropower has been crucial in delivering vital clean, predictable power to homes and businesses for over a century. Hydropower projects are the perfect solution to reduce dependency on carbon-emitting fossil fuels by providing predictable power, storage, and high generation levels in the winter months when demand is at its highest. 

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