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Monday, 6 May, 2024

08:00

EBRD supports green investments in Armenia

This loan, aimed at corporates and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), will facilitate investments in eco-friendly initiatives.

Friday, 3 May, 2024

10:00

RWE gets grant for electrolysis facility to produce green hydrogen

RWE has secured funding for its Eemshydrogen initiative aimed at constructing a 50-megawatt electrolysis facility to produce green hydrogen.

09:00

Indotek Group to install PV panels on roof of mall in Romania

To reduce its environmental footprint, Indotek Group will install a 5000-square-meter solar panel system, generating 1 MW on the roof of Plaza M.

08:00

Raiffeisen Bank funds €932 million in green loans

Regarding environmental impact, the funded projects have resulted in annual savings of over 42,000 tons of CO2.

07:00

Saint-Gobain signs agreement in Romania for green electricity

Saint-Gobain has entered into a renewable electricity supply agreement with OMV Petrom in Romania.

Thursday, 2 May, 2024

09:00

EC adopts directive to delay sustainability reporting obligations

The European Council has formally endorsed a directive aimed at extending reporting deadlines for specific industries and companies outside the EU.

08:00

RWE starts construction of solar plant facility in Italy

RWE has commenced the development of its inaugural solar facility in Italy. The completion of the project is slated for the year's end.

07:00

Eurostar to power trains entirely with renewable energy by 2030

Eurostar has committed to power its trains entirely with renewable energy by 2030.

Wednesday, 1 May, 2024

23:00

EC allocates €720 million for renewable hydrogen production

The European Commission will allocate nearly €720 million to seven renewable hydrogen projects across Europe.

09:00

EU Commission takes action against 20 airlines for greenwashing

The European Commission and EU consumer authorities have reached out to 20 airlines regarding potentially misleading green claims.

07:00

Romanian offshore wind energy law to take effect on May 30th

The Romanian Ministry of Energy announced that he offshore wind energy law will come into effect on May 30th.

Tuesday, 30 April, 2024

10:00

Value of green homes in Romania approaches €3 billion

Over 15,000 residences in Romania have been certified as "Green Homes" or have obtained precertification (still in the construction phase) between 2014 and 2024.

08:00

OMV Petrom unveils 2023 Sustainability Report

OMV Petrom has released its Sustainability Report for 2023, showcasing notable advancements in economic, environmental, and social realms.

07:00

Iberdrola to sell Romanian wind division to Premier Energy

Iberdrola, the Spanish power utility, announced the sale of its Romanian wind subsidiary, Eolica Dobrogea One, to power and gas distributor Premier Energy Group for €88 million.

Monday, 29 April, 2024

23:00

EP adopts plans to boost Net-Zero technology production

European Parliament passed the Net-Zero Industry Act to boost EU production of technologies crucial for decarbonization efforts.

10:00

Private-public alignment is crucial for Romania's green economy transition

For the green transformation of the Romanian economy, it is of critical importance to have a true alignment of the private and public sectors.

09:00

EU Parliament adopts rules for firms on human rights and environment

The European Parliament has given its final approval to new regulations requiring companies to address their negative impacts on human rights and the environment.

08:00

France to receive €300 million aid to develop small modular nuclear reactors

The European Commission has given its approval to a €300 million initiative by France to bolster the efforts of Electricité de France's (EDF) subsidiary.

Friday, 26 April, 2024

08:00

Romania launches two state aid schemes for renewable energy production

The Ministry of Energy in Romania has launched two project calls in new capacities for electricity production from renewable sources for self-consumption.

07:00

PepsiCo installs PV panels at facilities across Romania

PepsiCo announced the implementation of its latest eco-friendly initiative: the integration of photovoltaic panels across three key sites in Romania.

06:00

Romania's Restart Energy completes solar power plant for Romtextil

Restart Energy has finalized the installation of a photovoltaic power generation system for Romtextil S.A., valued at over €500,000.

Thursday, 25 April, 2024

12:00

EU Parliament adopts revised law to improve air quality

The European Parliament adopted the provisional political agreement reached with EU countries on new measures to improve air quality in the EU.

08:00

Leroy Merlin: Romanians' appetite for green energy is growing

Romanians' interest in green energy solutions, such as installing solar panels, is on the rise in early 2024 compared to the beginning of 2023.

07:00

EU Parliament adopts new regulations to reduce, reuse, and recycle packaging

The European Parliament adopted new measures to make packaging more sustainable and to reduce the quantity of packaging waste in the EU.

06:00

Which sectors are frontrunners in sustainable practices?

The real estate, renewable energy, and transportation sectors are frontrunners for sustainable practices, alongside the public sector which should play an important role.

Wednesday, 24 April, 2024

09:00

Grants up to €150,000 for Romanian SMEs for green energy transition

The Romanian Government has given its approval for a program designed to assist SMEs in their transition to renewable energy sources and electric mobility.

08:00

Holcim Romania launches first bricklaying binder with 10% recycled concrete

Holcim Romania launches its first bricklaying binder with 10% recycled concrete from construction demolition materials and it has 30% less CO2.

07:00

OMV Petrom Romania to test carbon capturing at Petrobrazi

OMV Petrom, the largest integrated energy producer in Southeastern Europe, will test a new carbon capture and utilization technology at the Petrobrazi refinery, starting in June.

Tuesday, 23 April, 2024

11:00

Eurowind Energy takes out €65 million loan for wind farm in Romania

Eurowind Energy secures a €65.33 million credit facility from BCR and Erste Group for the construction of the wind farm in Pecineaga.

09:00

OMV Petrom Romania upgrades kindergarten to nearly zero emissions building

OMV Petrom and Energy Policy Group (EPG) announced the completion of structural reinforcement, expansion, and energy efficiency enhancements at the Zig-Zag Kindergarten in Ovidiu.

08:00

Nordic Group Romania invests €250,000 in solar project for two warehouses

Nordic Group will invest €250,000 to equip two warehouses totaling 3,700 square meters, located in the counties of Giurgiu and Timis.

07:00

EBRD and World Bank to address global challenges together

EBRD and the World Bank Group have entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to strengthen their collaboration and effectively address global challenges together.

Monday, 22 April, 2024

08:15

Romania should aim for stable policies and grid upgrades for renewable growth

Romania has significant potential for renewable energy, with regions like Dobrogea attracting investments in wind energy projects due to high-intensity winds.

08:00

Premier Energy Group to launch IPO on Bucharest Stock Exchange

Premier Energy Group announced its intention to launch an initial public offering of ordinary shares on the Bucharest Stock Exchange.

07:30

EBRD supports Feka Automotive in building energy efficient-production facility

EBRD provided backing for the expansion endeavors of Feka Automotive, a Serbian company specializing in automotive lighting.

07:00

Hidroelectrica signs with Masdar for major investments in renewable energy

Hidroelectrica announced that it has signed an extension of the collaboration agreement with Masdar to develop onshore and floating photovoltaic solar projects,

Friday, 19 April, 2024

10:00

EU allocates funds to combat long-term unemployment

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.

09:00

Kaufland Romania joins 10th edition of National Food Collection

Kaufland Romania announced its participation in the 10th edition of the National Food Collection, an initiative organized by the Federation of Food Banks in Romania (FBAR).

08:00

EC boosts funding for research in green and digital transitions

This amendment prioritizes investments, including approximately €650 million in EU Missions aimed at addressing critical European challenges.

07:00

Lidl Romania collects food to aid disadvantaged Romanian communities

Lidl Romania organized its tenth food collection in partnership with the Food Banks Network to support disadvantaged communities in Romania.

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