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L'Oréal targets 100% recycled or bio-based plastic by 2030
In Romania, L'Oréal encourages people to choose larger sizes and refills while helping them understand how and where to recycle our packaging.
NEPI Rockcastle plans to transform its shopping centers in Romania into local energy hubs and fully meet their energy needs with green energy by the end of 2026.
Renewables developer OX2 has secured €73 million in financing from Germany's Nord/LB, a leading energy transition bank, for the development of a 100 MW solar farm in Poland.
Stellantis and CATL have finalized an agreement to establish a joint venture for the construction of a major lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery factory in Zaragoza, Spain.
The European Investment Bank (EIB) is using again its €5 billion initiative to support manufacturers of wind-energy equipment in Europe by extending a €500 million counter-guarantee to Germany-based Commerzbank AG.
PPC Group has entered the Italian renewable energy market with the launch of two photovoltaic (PV) plants boasting a combined installed capacity of 32 MW.
Canada has taken a significant step in supporting Poland's energy transition, with Export Development Canada (EDC) issuing a letter of intent to provide up €1.37 billion in financing for Poland's first nuclear power plant.
The Ministry of Energy has announced a significant expansion in Hungary's solar power capacity.
EDP Renewables has started the construction of its first stand-alone battery energy storage (BESS) project in Europe.
The European Commission has approved a €2.6 billion Estonian scheme to support renewable offshore wind energy to foster the transition towards a net-zero economy.
Hidroelectrica has announced the completion of refurbishment works on Hydro Unit No. 5 (HA5) at the Stejaru Hydroelectric Power Plant.
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) intends to support the design and implementation of future renewable energy auctions in Romania.
Polish utility Tauron Polska Energia SA has inaugurated a 30-MW wind farm in Warblewo, located in the West Pomeranian province.
EDF Renewables has completed the acquisition of a second battery energy storage project in Poland, with a capacity of 120 MW.
The InnoEnergy Skills Institute, a leading provider of training for Europe's sustainable energy workforce, has successfully trained 100,000 learners through its European Battery Alliance (EBA) Academy.
The Polish Parliament has adopted an amendment to the Renewable Energy Sources Act, introducing substantial changes designed to foster the growth of green energy in the country.
EBRD has increased its equity stake in Sunly, a renewable-energy developer and Independent Power Producer of power, with a €36 million investment.
TotalEnergies announced its agreement to purchase VSB Group, a German renewable energy developer, for €1.57 billion from Swiss asset manager Partners Group.
Econergy Renewable Energy has announced that its subsidiary, Econergy UK, has secured €28 million in financing to support the development of the Iancu Jianu solar photovoltaic (PV) project in Romania.
Mercedes-Benz Vans CEE is joining forces with energy solutions provider E.ON to transform the electric vehicle (EV) landscape across Romania, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary.
The European Commission and the European Investment Bank (EIB) announced a new partnership to support investments in the EU's battery manufacturing sector.
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) will invest €9 million in a €30 million sustainability-linked bond issued by Autonom, a Romanian car leasing and rental company.
Monsson has completed the transfer of 100% ownership of a 50MW photovoltaic park in Chisinau-Cris, Arad County, to NEPI Rockcastle, which plans to begin construction in January 2025.
EU and Chinese representatives will explore alternatives to the tariffs imposed on Chinese electric vehicles, including setting minimum prices for these vehicles in Europe.
The financing is for a logistics center in Bydgoszcz developed for a leading e-commerce firm.
EBRD will support the development of high-quality, energy-efficient residential housing in Poland through a €100 million loan to the Polish subsidiaries of Vantage Development.
The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, a €578 million Romanian scheme to lower an electricity levy rate for energy-intensive companies
The EU has emerged as a global leader in green finance, having issued over €65 billion in NextGenerationEU (NGEU) Green Bonds since 2020.
Electrica's shareholders have approved the issuance of green bonds, supporting the company's strategy for energy transition and sustainable development, with a cap of up to €500 million.
Multilateral development banks (MDBs) issued a joint statement at COP29 in Baku outlining financial support and other measures for countries to achieve ambitious climate outcomes.
EIB and ORLEN Group, Poland's largest energy company, signed a €200 million loan agreement for projects supporting energy transition.
Romania's Ministry of Energy has secured significant progress in its green energy transition through the Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR).
EBRD has agreed to invest up to €29.3 million in a green bond issuance by Poland's R.Power SA. This investment will secure funds for renewable energy projects.
Serbia has announced the launch of its second renewable energy auction. Wind projects up to an approved quota of 300 MW and solar PV projects up to 124.8 MW.
EBRD will support the development of high-quality, energy-efficient residential housing in Poland through a €100 million loan to the Polish subsidiaries of Vantage Development.
EIB will lend €300 million to the Czech Republic's national railway operator, České dráhy, to buy new train carriages and locomotives as well as upgrade existing ones.
