Green Forum
| 2 October, 2024 at 2:26 PM
Renewables jobs hit a record 16.2 million in 2023
2023 saw the highest-ever increase in renewable energy jobs, from 13.7 million in 2022 to 16.2 million.
2023 saw the highest-ever increase in renewable energy jobs, from 13.7 million in 2022 to 16.2 million.
The European Commission has approved a €1 billion Portuguese scheme to support investments for the production of equipment necessary to foster the transition towards a net-zero economy.
As part of the drive to decarbonize its European refineries, TotalEnergies launched a call for tenders for the supply of 500,000 tons per year of green hydrogen.
Nokian Tyres hosted the Grand Opening of its passenger car tire factory in Oradea, Romania today.
The European Commission has approved a €2.7 billion Austrian scheme to support companies active in the industrial sector to decarbonise their production processes.
The new IEA report offers a first-of-its-kind global stocktake of efforts to integrate variable renewables across 50 power systems, identifying best practices and key challenges.
EBRD announced that is considering a €90 million sovereign loan to support the construction of a large solar-thermal plant in Novi Sad, Serbia's second-largest city.
Photon Energy has connected a new 7.5 MWp solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant to the grid in Romania, marking its twelfth operational plant in the country.
The European Commission has approved a €682 million Belgian scheme to support renewable offshore wind energy to foster the transition towards a net-zero economy.
Bulgarian investment fund Sofia Angels Ventures (SAV) participated in a €3 million funding round for UK-based, Romanian-founded energy tech startup Ogre AI.
Hygreen Energy and Coxabengoa have signed a strategic agreement to accelerate the production capacity expansion that will accelerate European hydrogen project development.
PPD Global, a leading distributor of premium beverages in Romania, has invested €500,000 to equip its Bucharest logistics center with modern photovoltaic panels, totaling 405 kWp of installed power.
Renewable energy sources are unpredictable. In winter, when the sun isn't shining, and the wind isn't blowing, energy production often falls short of demand.
The EU-Angola Sustainable Investment Facilitation Agreement (SIFA) has officially taken effect, marking the first-ever EU agreement focused on investment facilitation.
Chimcomplex Borzesti, a prominent Romanian chemical producer, is set to establish a large-scale industrial hub known as the Iasi Biochemistry Plant.
Starting from 2026, any electronic product introduced to the EU market must be easily repairable, reusable, and recyclable.
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is providing €12.2 million for the construction of two solar power plants in Romania's Dolj County.
Clariant and OMV have announced a partnership to supply ethylene with a reduced carbon footprint.
Nokian Tyres has signed a €150 million loan agreement with the European Investment Bank (EIB).
The European Commission has approved a €998 million Dutch initiative under EU State aid rules to promote the production of renewable hydrogen.
Despite Beijing's focus on self-reliance in its energy policy, it is expected that most oil and gas will still be imported in 2050.
Holcim Romania launches its first bricklaying binder with 10% recycled concrete from construction demolition materials and it has 30% less CO2.
The European Commission has initiated a call for proposals, allocating €23 million to assist EU Member States in devising innovative strategies to combat long-term unemployment.
This amendment prioritizes investments, including approximately €650 million in EU Missions aimed at addressing critical European challenges.
The European Union has reached a provisional agreement to reduce the scope and stringency of two major ESG regulatory frameworks: Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD).
Waldevar Energy has begun construction on two utility-scale photovoltaic parks for Doral Energy in Tudor Vladimirescu (Brăila County) and Ștefan Vodă (Călărași County), Romania. The projects will deliver 14 MWp of installed capacity using around 25,000 photovoltaic panels.
Lidl Romania has published its eighth sustainability report for the 2024 financial year, announcing accelerated progress in reducing environmental impact. The retailer has achieved its international 2030 target for transitioning to natural refrigerants, with these now used in 100% of logistics centres and 81.7% of stores, compared to the original goal of 100% of logistics centres and 40% of stores. The company has also increased its green energy usage to 80% of total consumption.
Global law firm Dentons has advised OX2 on acquiring three wind power projects totaling 235 MW in Romania from Future Power. The projects, located in Vaslui and Vrancea counties, are expected to be commissioned between 2028 and 2030, subject to permitting.
Romania is emerging as a key destination for Turkish renewable energy investments, attracting growing interest from industrial and financial groups. Real grid connection opportunities for projects, infrastructure modernisation potential, and investment framework stability make Romania strategic for Turkish capital as Europe accelerates its transition to sustainable sources and energy independence.
