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Friday, 12 April, 2024

06:00
RetuRO launches process to buy plastic bags for DRS packaging
RetuRO is initiating a procurement process for the acquisition of plastic bags intended for use by retailers.

Thursday, 11 April, 2024

09:00
EU initiates investigation into Chinese wind turbine firms
The European Union has initiated an investigation into Chinese wind turbine companies for subsidies.
08:00
Greenpeace accuses IKEA of destroying Romanian forests for furniture
Greenpeace accused IKEA of being involved in the destruction of ancient forests in Romania for furniture production.
07:00
EU Commission greenlights €2.2 billion German aid for industrial decarbonisation
The European Commission has given the green light to a €2.2 billion initiative proposed by Germany to bolster investments in decarbonizing industrial production processes.

Wednesday, 10 April, 2024

09:00
Monsson links Romania's biggest battery storage to the grid
This capacity is part of the first hybrid photovoltaic wind-battery project installed within the Mireasa Wind Farm.
08:30
Romania approves offshore wind farm installations
Through the bill voted today, Romania has taken an important step towards promoting renewable energy in the country.
08:00
Transelectrica signs €56 million contract for PV investments and data centre
The investment initiative primarily involves the installation of photovoltaic plants and storage facilities across 29 electrical energy stations.
07:00
Teilor Holding publishes first sustainability report
This marks a significant step in the group's dedication to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles.

Tuesday, 9 April, 2024

09:00
10 myths about hydrogen energy in Romania
Romania has developed its strategic document in response to the EU Hydrogen Strategy.
08:00
EC approves Slovakia's €267 million support package for Volvo Cars
The European Commission has approved Slovakia's €267 million support package for Volvo Cars, deeming it compliant with EU State aid regulations.
07:00
Romania's low electricity consumption: a key challenge in green transition
Romania will need to increase this consumption at the expense of fossil fuels such as gas or wood to transition to a green economy.

Monday, 8 April, 2024

10:00
EU and global partners to enhance sustainable collaboration on critical materials
This platform will facilitate cooperation concerning critical raw materials (CRMs) crucial for global green and digital transitions.
08:20
Circularity's the new megatrend, but ensuring consistent transformations is key
While circularity has surged into the mainstream, earning the status of a "megatrend," data paints a contrasting picture.
08:00
EC approves €350 million German aid for renewable hydrogen production
The European Commission has approved a €350 million German initiative aimed at supporting the production of renewable hydrogen.
07:00
Allsys Group shifts focus toward installation of PV parks in Romania
The two companies installed a 1,409 KW solar system at Shopping City Piatra Neamţ and a 450 KW solar system at Selgros Craiova last year.
06:00
NGO Green Revolution launches urban sustainability concept in Bucharest
The Green Revolution Association, in partnership with Raiffeisen Bank Romania and Mastercard, proposes an innovative solution to the sustainability infrastructure issue.

Friday, 5 April, 2024

09:00
2023 ETS emissions see major drop due to renewable energy boost
Last year's emissions under the EU's Emission Trading System (ETS) show the most significant annual emissions reductions since the ETS was launched in 2005.
08:00
Romanian Government launches €3 billion renewable energy aid scheme
In March, the European Commission approved a scheme to support onshore wind and photovoltaic solar installations.
07:00
BRD and IFC to boost sustainable finance in Romania
BRD Groupe Societe Generale and IFC, a World Bank Group member, have finalized a synthetic significant risk transfer (SRT) deal.

Thursday, 4 April, 2024

09:30
Romania to match Spain in renewable energy production within the next five years
Romania has the capacity and all the resources to transition rapidly to renewable energy and become a 100% green country.
09:00
Deloitte study shows transition to circular economy slowed globally in 2023
The majority of raw materials entering economies are still derived from virgin sources.
08:00
EU opens investigations into Romanian photovoltaic park
The Commission will scrutinize whether certain economic entities gained an unfair advantage in securing public contracts within the EU.
07:00
Study shows that global wind power production is very predictable
This observation illustrates that the wind resource is very stable from one year to another at a global scale whereas, the annual production can vary within a 25 % range.

Wednesday, 3 April, 2024

09:00
EC approves €1 billion Greek state aid for renewable energy projects
The European Commission has granted approval for Greek measures totaling €1 billion aimed at supporting two initiatives for the generation and storage of renewable energy.
08:00
ProCredit Bank Romania finances 2 renewable energy projects
ProCredit Bank Romania announced the granting of a total financing of €3.4 million to the group of companies 3D Steel Design & Construct and Hansarom Management & Consulting.
07:00
Romania to invest €6 billion to reduce energy and transportation poverty
Romania will be one of the largest beneficiaries of the Social Climate Fund, which will create a significant opportunity to reduce the energy poverty rate nationally.

Tuesday, 2 April, 2024

09:00
Romanian Government launches national tour to promote circular economy
The Prime Minister's Chancellery announced the start of a national tour of regional conferences within the Circulario accelerator.
08:00
Kaufland Romania launches new recycling guide
The initiative aims to promote separate waste collection through an innovative and creative approach, exploring the various types of Romanians who recycle.
07:00
RetuRO opens third beverage packaging collection center in Brasov
The annual processing capacity of the center in Brasov exceeds 240 million packages.

Monday, 1 April, 2024

23:00
Mercedes-Benz to test solar-powered energy battery at Rastatt Factory
Mercedes-Benz has revealed its intention to initiate testing of an 11-megawatt-hour system at its Rastatt car factory in Germany, commencing in 2025.
23:00
Romania's electrified car sales target 50% market share by 2027
Romania faces a shortage of charging stations, but increasing EV adoption highlights growing demand.
23:00
Romania reaches 20% collection rate for GRS packaging
The collection rate via the Guarantee-Return System (GRS) has surged dramatically this year due to excellent traceability.
23:00
Romania to achieve approximately 200,000 prosumers by end-2024
This trend suggests a growing interest among Romanians and companies in adopting this energy efficiency measure.

Friday, 29 March, 2024

09:00
Romania's Antibiotice Iasi inaugurates 2.5 MW photovoltaic facility
Antibiotice Iasi has inaugurated a 2.5 MW photovoltaic facility, a project funded by the Romanian Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP).
08:00
EBRD and Erste greenlight funding for new windfarm in Serbia
EBRD has approved a financing package totaling €91.4 million for the establishment of a new wind farm in Serbia.
07:00
Kaufland Romania launches service dedicated to charging electric cars
Kaufland Romania has launched a project through which Kaufland Card owners with electric cars have the possibility to charge their vehicles at one of the charging stations.

Thursday, 28 March, 2024

09:00
Two French companies partner to develop green hydrogen refueling solutions
French cruise ship company Ponant and French startup Farwind Energy have signed an agreement for refueling ships using renewable hydrogen.
08:00
TotalEnergies publishes Sustainability & Climate Progress Report
TotalEnergies announced its Sustainability & Climate – 2024 Progress Report, in line with the pledge made by the Board of Directors in 2020.
07:00
EC approves €900 million French state aid for renewable hydrogen
EC has given the green light to a €900 million French initiative aimed at bolstering companies investing in biomass and renewable hydrogen for energy and fuel production.

Wednesday, 27 March, 2024

09:00
ESG plays a significant role in real estate decisions
Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles are no longer mere trends or buzzwords; they are rapidly becoming the norm in the Romanian real estate market, according to a Colliers report.
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