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Wednesday, 28 February, 2024

10:00

2023 data shows there are over 110,000 prosumers in Romania

Romania had 110,355 prosumers by the end of 2023, with an installed capacity of 1,442 MW.

08:00

Six sectors fuel CO2 emissions through energy consumption

Six sectors were responsible for carbon dioxide emissions resulting from energy consumption, namely agriculture and fisheries, buildings, electricity, industry, and transportation.

07:00

Romania's Electrocentrale Borzesti starts PV energy production

Renovatio is set to finalize the photovoltaic project at Electrocentrale Borzesti by the end of April 2024, with a planned installed capacity of 50 MW.

Tuesday, 27 February, 2024

08:00

Romania's Hidroelectrica plans to expand renewable energy capacity

The overarching goal is for Hidroelectrica to emerge as a leading force and pivotal player in Romania's energy transition.

07:30

EBRD backs green expansion of top retailer in North Macedonia

EBRD has approved a €6 million loan for KAM, a leading food retailer in North Macedonia.

07:00

OMV Petrom signs financing contracts for green hydrogen in Romania

These contracts have been signed with the Ministry of Energy and involve a maximum funding of €50 million, while the total investment is around €140 million.

Monday, 26 February, 2024

15:00

RetuRO hopes to change Romania's culture of recycling

Together with the RetuRO center in Bontida, RetuRO will process approximately one billion beverage packages annually.

09:00

Study shows Romania's potential to strengthen its energy independence

Romania has had the opportunity to solidify its energy independence and transition into a net energy exporter.

08:00

Romania ranks low in workplace gender equality among EU countries

At the top of the ranking are Finland, Portugal, and France. Meanwhile, Hungary was named the worst country in the EU for gender equality in the workplace.

07:00

Meyer Burger to close German photovoltaic plant in March

Swiss solar energy firm Meyer Burger announced the closing of its photovoltaic plant near Dresden in eastern Germany.

Friday, 23 February, 2024

10:00

Douglas releases sustainability report for 2022/23

Douglas' sustainability strategy is part of the company's "Let it Bloom - DOUGLAS 2026" strategy, focused on accelerating growth through an omnichannel business model.

08:00

Over 250 investors show interest in Romania's first green bond issuance

The total value of the €4 billion bond issuance had a final subscription of over €14.8 billion.

07:00

Romanian companies to implement sustainable reporting practices in 2025

The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), officially known as Directive (EU) 2022/2464, has been incorporated into Romanian legislation.

Thursday, 22 February, 2024

10:00

Romanian's Oltenia Water Company starts green energy production in Facai

This is a first step, as the ultimate goal is to transform the plant into a zero-energy and zero-greenhouse gas emission platform.

08:00

Transelectrica signs financing contract for Mostistea station refurbishment

This investment is crucial for mitigating environmental impacts and facilitating the transition to a sustainable energy framework.

07:00

2022 data shows 41% share of renewables in EU electricity generation

Wind and hydropower collectively accounted for over two-thirds of the total renewable electricity generated (37.5% and 29.9% respectively).

Wednesday, 21 February, 2024

09:00

EU agrees on carbon removal certification framework

The voluntary framework is intended to facilitate and speed up the deployment of high-quality carbon removal and soil emission reduction activities in the EU.

08:00

Romania assigns €418 million in grants for power distribution grid upgrades

These funds are allocated for grid expansion and modernization projects valued at a total of €645.7 million.

07:00

BayWa r.e. to acquire 44.5 MW solar project in Romania

BayWa r.e. is set to acquire the Poarta Albă solar park project in Romania in 2024, originally developed by HVAC Systems.

Tuesday, 20 February, 2024

23:00

EU approves up to €6.9 billion of state aid for hydrogen infrastructure

This initiative aims to attract an additional € 5.4 billion in private investments.

23:00

Electric cars to reach 29% market share in Romania in 2024

Within this segment, fully electric cars will have a 12.7% market share, equivalent to a 24.7% jump in registrations compared to the previous year.

23:00

Silcotub to build 19.8 MW PV park in Calarasi in 2024

The project implementation period is 12 months, from December 2023 to December 2024.

02:00

Leroy Merlin Romania to no longer sell halogen bulbs from May 2024

Leroy Merlin Romania will cease the sale of halogen bulbs, offering exclusively LED products, starting from May 2024.

Monday, 19 February, 2024

23:00

Artrom to invest €6 million in sustainably manufacture steel pipes in Romania

Pipe manufacturer Artrom Steel Tubes will invest more than €6 million in 2024 to optimize measures to reduce carbon emissions and fuel consumption.

23:00

Romanians return 2 milion packages through Guarantee-Return System

The Ministry of Environment announced that more than 2 million packages were returned by consumers.

09:00

ProCredit Bank to support SMEs in their transition to a low-carbon economy

Alexandra Floricică, Head of Sustainable Development at Procredit, talked about ProCredit's goals, strategies and initiatives aimed at reducing its environmental footprint while supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy.

Friday, 16 February, 2024

10:00

OMV Petrom plans to accelerate investments in renewable energy in 2024

This highlights a significant shift in the company's strategy, moving towards clean and sustainable energy sources.

08:00

Brasov City Hall tests first benches with photovoltaic panels

Brasov City Hall installed the first benches with photovoltaic panels, a contactless phone charging system, wireless internet, temperature, and pollution sensors.

07:00

Unicredit Bank Romania consumes 100% renewable energy in its offices

The last few years have been marked by debates and discussions about electricity prices and new investments in renewable energy sources.

Thursday, 15 February, 2024

09:40

Rompetrol installs 11 ultra-fast charging stations for electric vehicles

The project will be implemented by November 9, 2025.

09:30

Targoviste to invest €3.88 million in development of PV park

Targoviste City Hall will build a photovoltaic park by December 2026 with European money on an area of 50,000 square meters.

08:00

Hidroelectrica invests €2.5 million in modernising 10 electrical stations

Hidroelectrica completed the modernization of ten 110kV electrical stations in SH Hateg.

Wednesday, 14 February, 2024

14:00

Everready to deliver seven PV parks in Romania in 2024

They are located in the Muntenia area, at a maximum distance of 80 kilometres from the Bucharest.

10:00

Waldevar Energy contracts 481 MW in PV projects in Romania

Waldevar Energy contracted a total of 481 MW in photovoltaic projects across Romania during 2023.

08:00

EBRD guarantees €25 million loan to fund Bulgarian solar plant

EBRD will guarantee up to €25 million for a loan provided by UniCredit Bulbank to the Tsenovo solar plant in Bulgaria.

Tuesday, 13 February, 2024

10:00

Companies from Romania to access over €800 million of funds for green energy investments

More than €800 million in non-reimbursable funds for investments in green energy projects will be available within the next few weeks.

09:00

EBRD invests €35 million in first green bond issued by Erste Croatia

EBRD invested €35 million in a green bond issued by Erste & Steiermärkische Bank (ESB), the Croatian subsidiary of Austria's Erste Group Bank AG.

08:00

ALRO invests €2.5 million in heat treatment furnace to reduce CO2 emissions

ALRO has purchased an aluminium aging furnace with electric heating from SECO/WARWICk.

Monday, 12 February, 2024

12:00

Oradea builds photovoltaic park with European funds

Eight companies or associations of companies have submitted bids for the construction of the photovoltaic park next to the Multipurpose Hall Oradea Arena.

11:00

Arctic introduces 100% electric utility vehicles to its fleet

The initiative is part of the company's sustainability strategy and a first step in the transition to a green fleet.

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