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Helsinki Energy Challenge: Four International Award Winners Announced

An international jury has selected four winners from the ten finalists in the Helsinki Energy Challenge. The four winning teams were announced during a virtual event introduced by the Mayor of Helsinki, Jan Vapaavuori, and will each take a share of the €1 million prize fund.

17 Mar 2021

New Method can Reduce the Cost of Carbon Capture

As part of a marathon research effort to lower the cost of carbon capture, chemists have now demonstrated a method to seize carbon dioxide (CO2) that reduces costs by 19 percent compared to current commercial technology. The new technology requires 17 percent less energy to accomplish the same task as its commercial counterparts, surpassing barriers that have kept other forms of carbon capture from widespread industrial use. And it can be easily applied in existing capture systems.

12 Mar 2021

Climate Models May Overestimate Energy and Emission Savings

According to a new study, headed by researchers from the University of Sussex Business School and the University of Leeds, the models used for creating global climate scenarios may overestimate the emission and energy savings realized from enhanced energy efficiency.

4 Mar 2021

BW Group and Miros Launch Fuel-Saving, Emissions-Reducing Joint Venture

BW Group and Miros are launching Miros Mocean, a joint venture to provide the shipping industry with a new standard in vessel performance optimisation.

From BW Group 4 Mar 2021

Exploring the Carbon Footprint Associated with Computing

When you think about your carbon footprint, what comes to mind? Driving and flying, probably. Perhaps home energy consumption or those daily Amazon deliveries. But what about watching Netflix or having Zoom meetings? Ever thought about the carbon footprint of the silicon chips inside your phone, smartwatch or the countless other devices inside your home?

3 Mar 2021

ABB Urges Greater Adoption of High-Efficiency Motors and Drives to Combat Climate Change - Global Electricity Consumption to be Reduced by 10%

In a new whitepaper published today, ABB reveals potential for significant energy efficiency improvements in industry and infrastructure enabled by the latest and most high-efficiency motors and variable speed drives.

From ABB Power Conditioning – Electrification Products Division 2 Mar 2021

Study Explores the Potential of Carbon Intensity Reduction Through Voyage Optimization

Energy efficiency or carbon intensity (defined as CO2 emissions per transport work, ed.) is a possible point of convergence between the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and EU regulations to cut GHG emissions and decarbonize shipping. Short term measures to increase energy efficiency and achieve carbon intensity savings include voyage optimization.

10 Feb 2021

Octopus Energy Doubles Down on Climate Change Fight with New Research Facility

Octopus Energy, the UK fast-growth disruptor which recently hit a $2bn valuation, today launches the world’s first ‘entech’-led research organisation which will create models and policy recommendations for potential paths to a green energy future.

10 Feb 2021

Ingeteam strengthens Its technology Platforms to Rise to the Wind Market Future Challenges

Ingeteam Wind Energy, the global specialist in wind energy drivetrain technology, announced that it has successfully secured framework contracts with key clients for the serial supply of its latest technology developments, including its new high power DFIG converters, as well as low and medium voltage full power converters. These agreements will secure the manufacture and supply of new generation and conversion equipment across its manufacturing plants in 2021 and beyond.

From Ingeteam Group 10 Feb 2021

All Valio Dairy Farms Are Now Receiving a Sustainability Bonus

From the beginning of 2021, all 4,300 Valio dairy farms commit to Valio’s sustainability criteria. Every dairy farm supplying milk to Valio is now paid a sustainability bonus of two cents per litre. In order to receive the bonus, the farm must practice preventive animal healthcare and systematic monitoring of animal welfare.

From Valio Ltd 5 Feb 2021