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Geothermal Investment Soars 85% as Innovative Tech Unlocks 500 GW US Potential

Geothermal Investment Soars 85% as Innovative Tech Unlocks 500 GW US Potential

North America’s geothermal sector shattered investment records in Q1 2025, attracting $1.7 billion in public funding – 85% of 2024’s entire annual allocation – as breakthrough technologies transform vast untapped resources into commercially viable clean energy projects, according to new analysis from Wood Mackenzie.

Polestar Charge now offers 1 million public charge points across Europe

Polestar Charge now offers 1 million public charge points across Europe

Polestar’s public charging service Polestar Charge now consists of 1 million charging points, making it one of the broadest public charging networks in Europe, all available in one app.

 

PROMOFER Valorizes Lignocellulosic Biomass And Food Industry Waste

PROMOFER Valorizes Lignocellulosic Biomass And Food Industry Waste

The main goal of the CBE – JU funded PROMOFER project is to improve the efficiency in the fermentation process production of two of the most commercialized biobased compounds: PHBV and 2,3- BDO.

The City of Arts and Sciences in Spain Begins Work on Geothermal Project

The City of Arts and Sciences in Spain Begins Work on Geothermal Project

The City of Arts and Sciences has begun work on what will be the largest geothermal plant in the Valencian Community. This plant will cool the Museum of Sciences, resulting in significant energy savings and a significant reduction in its carbon footprint.

Greenvolt Next to Bring 6.3MW Solar Power to 44 Aldi Stores in Ireland

Greenvolt Next to Bring 6.3MW Solar Power to 44 Aldi Stores in Ireland

Greenvolt Next, a pan-European provider of renewable energy solutions for the commercial and industrial sectors – with operations in the UK– announces a new partnership with leading retailer Aldi to roll out rooftop solar photovoltaic systems across 44 of its stores in Ireland over the next two years.

EGEC report forecasts resurgence in deployment of geothermal energy solutions across Europe

EGEC report forecasts resurgence in deployment of geothermal energy solutions across Europe

The European Geothermal Energy Council (EGEC) has released its latest Geothermal Market Report, which expects to see a significant upturn in business activity linked to geothermal energy projects throughout Europe, starting in 2025. The report was launched July10 with a live webinar and the publication of the Key Findings

Tiny Solutions, Big Impact: Nanotechnology’s Role in Climate-Resilient Photosynthesis

Tiny Solutions, Big Impact: Nanotechnology’s Role in Climate-Resilient Photosynthesis

While solar energy often focuses on photovoltaic technology, nature offers its own elegant system — photosynthesis. However, climate change threatens this vital process, impacting global food security and carbon sequestration. Nanotechnology is emerging as a powerful tool to enhance photosynthetic efficiency and resilience.

Altilium attends meeting discussing role of Japanese investment in UK clean tech innovation

Altilium attends meeting discussing role of Japanese investment in UK clean tech innovation

UK-based clean technology group Altilium has attended a high-level meeting with the UK Minister for Investment, Baroness Gustafsson CBE, at the British Embassy in Tokyo, along with senior representatives from Marubeni Corporation and Mizuho Bank, highlighting the critical role that Japanese investment is playing in supporting the scale-up and commercialization of UK clean tech innovation.

Companies Reach Major Milestone In Production of SAF from Surplus Forest Biomass 

Companies Reach Major Milestone In Production of SAF from Surplus Forest Biomass 

Natural State Renewables, a future leader in carbon-negative sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production, is thrilled to announce its strategic partnership with Axens, a global leader in providing proven sustainable solutions through its comprehensive technology and products portfolio, including for the conversion of biomass to clean fuels.

SIAAP and SUEZ Inaugurate New Biogas Production Unit

SIAAP and SUEZ Inaugurate New Biogas Production Unit

SIAAP -Greater Paris Sanitation Authority- and SUEZ have inaugurated the new biogas production unit at the Seine Aval wastewater treatment plant. This facility treats the wastewater of 6 million residents in Paris metropolitan area, making it the largest of its kind in Europe.

 

 

 

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By bringing together the world’s leading events focused on solar energy, energy storage, e-mobility and distribution – Intersolar South America, ees South America, Power2Drive South America and Eletrotec+EM-Power South America  – The smarter E South America is a must-attend for all professionals involved in the new energy and mobility world.

This year, the exhibition program of The smarter E South America will offer various presentations by exhibitors and partners at the Innovation & Application Stage, as well as hands-on training for installers, market presentations and networking opportunities.

Meet with industry peers, discover the latest trends and developments in the market and
learn from experts. Please note that the exhibition pass is free of charge only until August 25, 2025 – so do not miss to register in time.

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