PepsiCo achieved several goals ahead of schedule, introduced new targets, and made significant strides in others, although challenges remain, particularly in packaging initiatives.
Investments in renewable energy remain below the level needed to meet COP28's goal of tripling green energy capacity by 2030.
However, economic volatility, geopolitical tensions, and technological shifts have slowed the pace of the transition.
Econergy has signed an agreement to sell its Niculești solar project to Enspire Enerji, investment branch of Turkey-based Entek Elektrik.
Romanian developer Genesis Property said that it is supplying all its office and student accommodation projects in Bucharest from renewable sources, following an investment in a photovoltaic system.
The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, an estimated €3 billion German scheme to support the construction of the Hydrogen Core Network.
Ember estimates that 20% of global electricity generation across midday peaks on the solstice today will come from solar and in the entire month of June.
This partnership involves virtual Power Purchase Agreements (vPPAs) for clean power generated by Rezolv's impressive Vifor wind farm in Romania.
OMV Petrom announced a revision of their 2030 strategy, focusing on a bigger push for renewable energy, sustainable fuels, and making electric vehicles more accessible.
The EU and KfW have signed a Guarantee Agreement enabling the financing of additional renewable energy generation capacities and further network development.
The refinery currently supplies around 30% of Romania's fuel needs and will continue to play a key role in the transport sector.
The project is located in Buzău County and the first phase, which will last until 2025, will see the installation of 30 Vestas wind turbines.
EBRD will lend €32 million, as part of a €291 million financing package, to build and operate a 192 MW onshore wind farm in Romania.
Eurowind Energy announced that it has obtained the construction permit for the Frumusița wind farm in Galati County.
Global spending on clean energy technologies and infrastructure will reach €1.85 trillion in 2024.
The European Commission has approved an Italian scheme to support a total of 4590 MW of new capacity for electricity production from renewable energy sources.
Since 2019, wind and solar capacity in the EU has grown by 65% (+188 GW). Wind capacity increased by 31% (+52 GW) to 219 GW in 2023.
UniCredit acted as Joint Global Coordinator and exclusive ESG Advisor in the context of Premier Energy's IPO.
Visual Fan SA announced the completion of two key projects for important private companies in Romania in a very short period.
MK Hydroenergy Power, in partnership with Innovation Norway, has developed the first floating photovoltaic energy system on the Grebla hydropower plant's settling pond.
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.
