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MPP Global Tracker Shows Industrial Decarbonization Needs To Accelerate To Meet 2030 Targets

Mission Possible Partnership has launched its Global Project Tracker, shedding new light on the state of transition in seven heavy industry and transport sectors, which account for 30% of global carbon emissions. It reveals a growing pipeline of net-zero-aligned projects across the 'harder-to-abate' sectors. 

DNV forecasts cross-border energy networks can cut $800B from ASEAN decarbonisation cost

Research from DNV forecasts that decarbonising the energy supply across the member states of the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) could deliver a reduction of $800 billion in costs through comprehensive regional collaboration encompassing power interconnectors, hydrogen networks, and energy storage infrastructure.

MOL Inaugurates the Largest Green Hydrogen Plant in Central and Eastern Europe

MOL Group has handed over a 10MW capacity green hydrogen plant in Százhalombatta which is the largest in Central and Eastern Europe. The €22 million investment makes fuel production more sustainable: the plant will reduce the Danube Refinery's carbon dioxide emissions by 25,000 tons. 

US DOE Announces $18.8 Million to Advance Mixed Algae Development

The U.S. Department of Energy’s Bioenergy Technologies Office and Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management  announced the MACRO: Mixed Algae Conversion Research Opportunity funding opportunity announcement. The FOA will award up to $18.8 million to address research and development challenges in converting algae, such as seaweeds and other wet waste feedstocks, to biofuels and bioproducts.

UK Drivers Could See Huge Savings on EV Charging With New Smart Charging Rollout

Connected Kerb, one of the UK's leading charge point operators, is rolling out smart charging across its nationwide public network, following a successful trial last year. A first-of-its-kind deployment, Connected Kerb's smart charging allows drivers to schedule charging during off-peak hours when energy is cheapest and greenest, saving money, cutting carbon and reducing pressure on the grid.

World Hydrogen NA Doubles in Size to Keep Pace With Growth of Hydrogen Industry

The "World Hydrogen North America 2024" congress and exhibition will be taking place in Houston, Texas from May 21st- 23rd. Mirroring the rapidly accelerating progress across the North American hydrogen landscape, the program has doubled in size from 2023 and will see key players across the hydrogen value chain gather to align on solutions to current challenges.

Nesta launches ‘Visit a Heat Pump’ scheme to encourage people in Britain to install heat pumps

Innovation agency Nesta has launched a new website-based ‘Visit a Heat Pump’ scheme which aims to enable people who are interested in installing a heat pump to actually visit one that is already up and running.  

Greener Marine Operations Will Require Leaner Crews and Smaller Ships

Marine robotics pioneer Ocean Infinity is pursuing the decarbonization of its Armada fleet of lean-crewed, uncrewed and remotely operated vessels in alignment with its goal to achieve net-zero across the business by 2040. 

Ontario Refurbishing Hydroelectric Stations in Niagara

The Ontario government is supporting Ontario Power Generation’s plan to refurbish its hydroelectric stations in the Niagara region, including the Sir Adam Beck Complex at Niagara Falls. This $1 billion dollar infrastructure program would secure up to 1,700 megawatts (MW) of clean electricity, equivalent to powering 1.7 million homes, helping to meet increasing demand from electrification and fueling the province’s growth.

Arevon Announces Agreement with MCE for 250 MW Energy Storage Project

Arevon Energy, Inc., a renewable energy developer, owner, and operator, has signed a long-term tolling agreement with electricity provider MCE for 188 megawatts (MW) of the Cormorant Energy Storage Project. 

UK-US collaboration targets UK support for floating wind in US

Applications open today (18th April) for a unique project that could expand the US market for innovative UK companies developing technology which can help support the growing floating offshore wind market in the United States.

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