Parapet expands in Europe with new branch in Italy
The Romanian company Parapet, operating across multiple European countries in the photovoltaic sector, will expand its international presence with a new branch in Bergamo, Italy.
The Romanian company Parapet, operating across multiple European countries in the photovoltaic sector, will expand its international presence with a new branch in Bergamo, Italy.
The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Iberdrola, backed by SACE's Archimede Guarantee, have signed a new €100 million green loan agreement to build a new photovoltaic plant in Italy.
Investors across Europe will continue to focus on sectors with strong structural tailwinds, such as living and logistics, according to a Knight Frank report.
RWE has commenced the development of its inaugural solar facility in Italy. The completion of the project is slated for the year's end.
FNM has presented, together with the manufacturer Alstom, a global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, the Coradia Stream train powered by hydrogen.
Schneider Electric provides part of the foundational physical infrastructure and software solutions for STACK Infrastructure at their MIL01A facility in Milan, helping the organization to power the path for a more sustainable, digital future in Italy.

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.