REM - Renewable Energy

25 January 2024

In ESG move, Church of England Pensions Board targets more emitters

24 January 2024

The Church of England Pensions Fund, with GBP3.2bn ($4.1bn) in funds, is targeting climate emitters more than ever.

Low-emissions electricity to outpace demand increase for next three years at least

24 January 2024

Low-emissions electricity generation will outpace robust electricity demand growth for the next three years. This is because renewables are growing rapidly and nuclear power is on track to reach a new all-time high in 2025, says a new IEA report.

Iran seeking to export surplus green electricity to neighbours

24 January 2024

Iran seeks to export a considerable portion of its green electricity to three neighbouring countries, said the head of the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Organisation, known as SATBA.

B.Braun Indonesia unveils 1.2 MWp solar power plant development

24 January 2024

German pharmaceutical manufacturer B.Braun Indonesia has inaugurated a 1.2 MWp solar power plant at its pharmaceutical facility in Karawang, West Java

Exploring Germany's long-term gas deal with Norway

24 January 2024

Germany last month committed to a 10-year natural gas supply agreement with Norway, providing it with a source of stable and affordable energy to replace lost Russian deliveries.

Solar power plant planned at Sevojno copper rolling mill

24 January 2024

The Sevojno copper rolling mill company in Serbia has outlined plans to establish a solar power plant, according to statements made by Minister of Economy Slobodan Cvetković during his recent visit.

Melting of Greenland ice sheet far worse than expected

23 January 2024

Greenland is losing 30mn tonnes of ice every hour, says a new study, 20% more than had previously been estimated.

Europe’s most coal-dependent country Kosovo turns to renewables

23 January 2024

Two highly polluting coal power stations supply almost all of Kosovo's electricity, but with a government push for renewables and new private sector investments this is starting to change.

Estonia plans small nuclear reactor to quit shale oil by 2030

23 January 2024

Estonia mulls to build a small modular reactor (SMR) to terminate the shale oil-based pollution and meet its target of producing 100% decarbonised electricity by 2030.

UEM Group's subsidiary advances 1GW hybrid solar power plant project in Malaysia

23 January 2024

UEM Group Berhad, through its green industry arm UEM Lestra Berhad, has made significant strides in the development of a 1-GW hybrid solar power plant

Zajecar progresses Ventus hybrid energy project

23 January 2024

Zajecar in Serbia is pushing forward with plans for the Ventus hybrid solar and wind power plant, coupled with an electricity storage system, by initiating the Detailed Regulation Plan.

Japan and Uzbekistan forge partnership for sustainable energy transition

23 January 2024

In a move towards sustainable energy development, Japan and Uzbekistan have announced a collaborative effort to expedite their energy transition

Green ammonia bubbles to the surface in India

23 January 2024

In a significant move to bolster India's clean energy sector, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy in India has rolled out an ambitious scheme under its Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition

Beijing Betavolt pioneers revolutionary nuclear battery for mass production

23 January 2024

Beijing Betavolt New Energy Technology Company Ltd, a burgeoning force in the field of energy innovation, has announced the development of a groundbreaking miniature atomic energy battery

INTERVIEW: Renewables company Notus expands in Southeast Europe

22 January 2024

Notus Energy is expanding in Southeast Europe after successfully building Kosovo’s largest wind farm.

BlueFloat Energy's offshore wind project in Taiwan advances following environmental approval

22 January 2024

BlueFloat Energy's ambitious 1-GW Winds of September floating offshore wind project in Taiwan has achieved a significant milestone, securing the final environmental impact assessment committee approval

Pertamina NRE and Toyota forge alliance to pioneer hydrogen ecosystem for vehicle fuel in Indonesia

22 January 2024

Pertamina New & Renewable Energy and Toyota have united in a collaborative effort to advance the development of a hydrogen ecosystem for vehicle fuel in Indonesia

Nuclear energy programme advancement in Indonesia awaits presidential approval

22 January 2024

The establishment of the Nuclear Energy Program Implementation Organisation in Indonesia, aimed at accelerating the development of nuclear power plants, is currently pending approval from President Joko Widodo

New wave of online climate denial on the rise

21 January 2024

A wave of “New Denial” of climate change is rising online, with potentially dire consequences, according to a study.

Bitech, Bridgelink to develop 5.8 GW of US solar and storage projects

19 January 2024

US-based green energy solutions provider Bitech Technologies is to co-operate with Texas-based solar and energy storage developer Bridgelink Development to develop 5.8 GW of utility-scale assets.

GE Vernova unveils 2.4-GW order for Pattern Energy's $11bn SunZia wind project

19 January 2024

GE Vernova, part of the GE conglomerate, has announced a new equipment and long-term services deal with Pattern Energy to supply 2.4 GW of wind turbines for Pattern Energy’s SunZia wind project in the southwestern US.

Russia’s carbon reduction plans to cause oil production to decline in 2035-2040

19 January 2024

Russia’s Ministry of Economic Development projects that oil exports and consumption will start declining between 2035 and 2040.

Vestas plans wind turbine factory in Poland

19 January 2024

Danish wind turbine company Vestas plans to build a new blade factory in Szczecin, Poland, which is expected to begin operations in 2026.

Tata subsidiary to develop renewables projects in Gujarat, Tamil Nadu

19 January 2024

India’s Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited, a subsidiary of Tata Power, plans to expand its capacity significantly for renewable energy by 2027, with a target of developing 15 GW.