The European Critical Raw Materials Act came into effect, aiming to ensure a diverse, secure, and sustainable supply of critical raw materials for the EU's industry.
The Commission European welcomes the adoption of significant reforms in the electricity and gas markets, along with a new regulatory framework aimed at advancing hydrogen and other decarbonized gases.
The European Commission has introduced a series of updated recommendations and guidance documents to refine and expedite permitting procedures and auctions for renewables.
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.
This amendment prioritizes investments, including approximately €650 million in EU Missions aimed at addressing critical European challenges.
The European Commission intensified its endeavors to bolster the solar industry in Europe through the European Solar Charter.
The European Commission has approved a €350 million German initiative aimed at supporting the production of 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.
The European Commission decided to send a reasoned opinion to Romania for failing to fully comply with the Landfill Directive and the Waste Framework Directive.
The European Commission published a detailed impact assessment on possible ways to achieve the agreed goal of making the European Union climate neutral by 2050.
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.
