Renewable energy producer EDP Renewables is implementing a new operating model reflecting expansion of its markets worldwide, including the acquisition of Sunseap, as well as the increasing weight of solar and other new technologies such as storage and H2.

Iberdrola has formally concluded an agreement to take control of over 2,000 megawatts (MW) of US offshore wind capacity, consolidating its position as one of the largest developers of offshore wind in the country.

Ubiquitous Energy closed a $30 million Series B funding round late last year. The raise was led by participation from both new and existing investors, including Andersen Corporation, ENEOS, Safar Partners, Hostplus, Red Cedar Ventures, and Riverhorse Investments. Ubiquitous Energy’s technology is the only patented and transparent photovoltaic glass coating that harnesses solar power to generate energy, all while remaining visibly indistinguishable from traditional windows.

Spliethoff Group’s constant striving to reduce its CO2 emissions has led to two trials using biofuel on its vessels. The first trial took place between June and November last year on BigLift Shipping’s HTV BigLift Baffin. 

Eco Wave Power Global and Ocean Power Technologies, Inc., two publicly traded wave energy companies, announced they are working to utilize their complementary technologies and skills to accelerate wave energy projects pursuant to an agreement previously signed.

Southern California Gas Co.  announced over 13,400 new single-family residential units and multi-family projects have enrolled in the 2021 Energy Efficient New Homes (EENH) Program, which enables homebuilders to construct energy efficient homes at a lower cost and continues to deliver on SoCalGas' commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHG). The result is higher levels of efficiency and utility bill savings for future residents. The EENH Program was projected to save approximately 150,000 net therms with over $250,000 in customer bill savings for eventual homeowners, which reduces over 794 metric tons of CO2 emissions in 2021 alone.

IDTechEx have identified a variety of business models adopted by recyclers of lithium ion (Li-ion) batteries and have written a new report presenting a detailed analysis of the current Li-ion recycling value chain.

From 17 to January 22, Chile is hosting the H2 Mission which will bring together the most important European players in the energy sector with the aim of discussing the establishment of a clean energy export-import corridor between Chile and Europe.

IDTechEx have identified a variety of business models adopted by recyclers of lithium ion (Li-ion) batteries and have written a new report presenting a detailed analysis of the current Li-ion recycling value chain.

As an international manufacturer and retailer of leading solar modules in over 100 countries worldwide, Maxeon Solar Technologies was an important participant at the Intersolar Conference in October 2021. REM talked to the company’s Chief Revenue Officer, Mark Babcock, to obtain an overview of the current landscape in the solar industry, in addition to the company’s priorities for 2022 onwards, the partnership with Enphase, the roll-out of Maxeon’s Air solar panels across Europe and a number of other interesting matters.

Con un presupuesto total de 40 millones, éstas son dos de las primeras ayudas del PERTE-ERHA. El objetivo del programa 'CE Implementa' es impulsar alrededor de 40 proyectos innovadores de comunidades energéticas; proyectos que impulsen la innovación social y la participación ciudadana en renovables, eficiencia energética o movilidad eléctrica. La primera destina 10 millones a proyectos de pequeño tamaño, con los que se espera promover más de 21 iniciativas innovadoras, mientras que la segunda contempla 30 millones de euros para dar impulso a casi una veintena de proyectos de tamaño mediano o grande. El plazo de presentación de solicitudes se iniciará el día 1 de febrero y permanecerá abierto durante un mes, hasta el 1 de marzo.