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8 December 2025
RWE Upgrades Lasbek Wind Farm: Fewer Turbines, Higher Output
Four new turbines replace six old ones, boosting capacity to power 18,000 homes. Rotor blades repurposed for noise barriers. Local municipalities gain €100,000 more annually.
8 December 2025
AGC Exits Specialty Glass for Chemical Strengthening
AGC will cease specialty glass production by Q3 2026 due to declining performance. No change to the 2025 financial forecast despite exit costs.
8 December 2025
HydroThane Revamps Leadership to Boost Growth
New leadership aims to enhance partnerships, expand markets, and focus on sustainable projects, leveraging Axens' support and global reach.
7 December 2025
Toray Develops Technology for 95% Lithium Recovery from Batteries
New nanofiltration membrane efficiently recovers lithium from used batteries, enhancing recycling and supporting closed-loop systems for electrified vehicles.
5 December 2025
Vulcan Energy Breaks Ground on Geothermal and Lithium Plant in Landau
The plant will provide climate-neutral district heating and lithium for battery production, supporting energy transition and raw material independence in Germany.
5 December 2025
Air Liquide to Electrify and Expand Oxygen Facility in Shaanxi, Supporting China's Decarbonization Goals
Air Liquide invests €25M to convert its Yulin ASU to electricity, cutting CO2 emissions by 550,000 tons annually and boosting oxygen capacity by 10%, operational by end of 2027.
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5 December 2025
Equinor Discovers Gas and Condensate in North Sea
Two new gas and condensate finds in the Sleipner area can be developed for Europe using existing infrastructure, enhancing export capacity and profitability with minimal environmental impact.
5 December 2025
Veolia and Science City Guangzhou Launch Decarbonization Project in China
The project captures industrial flue gas, converting waste heat into energy, reducing 200,000 tons of carbon annually, and aligns with China's green development goals.
5 December 2025
Asahi Kasei to End HMD Production for Long-Term Profitability
HMD production will end by April 2027, reallocating resources to key growth areas. Employee roles will be reassigned, with minimal impact on overall performance.
4 December 2025
Moeve and Mistral AI Partner on Generative AI for Energy Sector
They will develop a pilot digital assistant to enhance energy efficiency, productivity, and sustainability in industrial centers, supporting Europe's technological sovereignty.
4 December 2025
UPM Streamlines Portfolio for Growth Focus
UPM plans a joint venture with Sappi to enhance growth, focusing on renewable materials, advanced solutions, and decarbonization, while reviewing its plywood business for value maximization.
4 December 2025
EIB Grants ORES €450 Million to Upgrade Walloon Electrical Grid
The EIB funds Wallonia's grid modernization to boost renewable energy integration and electrification, supporting Belgium's energy transition and climate goals.
4 December 2025
Eni Selects Call4Innovators Projects for HPC6 Access
Ten projects focused on energy transition gain access to HPC6 supercomputer resources for development, supported by Eni and partners.
4 December 2025
Ørsted's Borkum Riffgrund 3 Offshore Wind Farm in Germany Begins Power Production
Borkum Riffgrund 3 delivers first power to Germany's grid, aiding decarbonization via CPPAs. Full commissioning expected Q1 2026.
3 December 2025
Terumo BCT Opens Africa HQ and Training Center in Nairobi
The new facility in Nairobi enhances blood safety and healthcare capacity in East Africa, offering training for local professionals and supporting Kenya's universal health coverage goals.
3 December 2025
Chevron Sets 2026 Capex at $18-$19 Billion
2026 capex focuses on high-return projects, with $10.5B in U.S., $7B offshore. $1B targets carbon reduction and new energies. Affiliate capex at $1.3-$1.7B.
3 December 2025
Lilly and IU Expand Clinical Trial Access in Indiana
The partnership aims to enhance clinical trials, Alzheimer's care, and talent development in Indiana's life sciences sector.
3 December 2025
Vulcan Energy Secures €250M EIB Funding for German Lithium Project
EIB funds a lithium project in Germany, enhancing Europe's lithium supply chain, reducing imports, and supporting sustainable energy and transport initiatives.
2 December 2025
Statkraft and Hunton Fiber Sign Eight-Year Power Agreement
Hunton Fiber secures stable electricity prices for its Gjøvik factory with a new 153 GWh deal, supporting growth amid rising demand for wood fiber insulation in the Nordics.
2 December 2025
Trinseo Launches New SBR Binder for Lithium-Ion Batteries
The new SBR Binder Platform enhances energy density, durability, and production efficiency for EV and ESS applications, supporting faster charging and long-term operation.
2 December 2025
TotalEnergies and Partners Develop e-NG Project in Nebraska
The Live Oak project aims to produce e-NG in Nebraska, targeting 250 MW electrolysis and 75 ktpa methanation, with operations by 2030, exporting to Japan for carbon-neutral goals.
2 December 2025
Eni Advances Congo LNG Phase 2 Ahead of Schedule
Phase 2 of Congo LNG starts early with Nguya FLNG, boosting capacity to 3 MTPA. Local engagement and innovation drive efficiency and decarbonization.
2 December 2025
Holcim Expands Circular Construction with Acquisitions in UK, Germany, France
Acquisitions boost recycling capacity to 1.3Mt annually, supporting a target of 20Mt by 2030 and expanding circular construction services across Europe.
2 December 2025
WuXi Biologics Expands CRDMO Network to Qatar with QFZ Agreement
The MoU establishes a CRDMO center in Qatar, enhancing biopharmaceutical innovation and manufacturing in the Middle East.
1 December 2025
ORLEN Secures URE Auction for Baltic East Offshore Wind Project
Baltic East wins URE auction, securing CfD support for 25 years. First electricity expected by 2032, enhancing Poland's energy security and supporting the zero-carbon transition.
1 December 2025
Aptar Acquires Sommaplast for Oral Dosing Packaging Solutions
Aptar expands in Brazil, enhancing its presence in oral dosing markets, leveraging Sommaplast's expertise and maintaining its operational strengths.
1 December 2025
Nobian and Dutch Clusters Propose Vision for Competitive, Climate-Neutral Industry
Dutch industrial clusters urge government action for sustainable industry, focusing on electrification, hydrogen, and CO₂ capture to maintain competitiveness and drive energy transition.
1 December 2025
Iberdrola Receives Bayer Award for Advancing Industrial Electrification
Award recognizes efforts in promoting sustainability and emissions reduction through innovative solutions, including a landmark PPA and a heat purchase agreement in Spain.
1 December 2025
thyssenkrupp Steel and IG Metall Finalize Restructuring Agreement
Agreement secures financing until 2030, enabling operational implementation of industrial concept, reducing production, cutting 11,000 jobs, and investing in carbon-neutral steel production.
1 December 2025
RWE to Build Largest UK Battery Storage Facility
RWE's £200M Pembroke Battery Storage will support UK's clean energy transition, with construction starting 2026 and commissioning in 2028, enhancing grid stability and local biodiversity.
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