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AB Akola Group temporarily postpones construction of biomethane plant in Kaišiadorys
Globenewswire· 2025-07-18 06:00
Core Viewpoint - AB Akola Group has temporarily postponed the construction of a biomethane gas production plant in the Kaišiadorys district, which is part of its long-term development strategy to address rising energy costs, excess biological waste, and climate impact reduction [1][2]. Investment and Financial Aspects - The biomethane power plant project is expected to process up to 140,000 tons of organic waste annually, generate 85 GWh of renewable energy, and reduce CO2 emissions by up to 29,000 tons per year, with an estimated payback period of less than 7.5 years [1]. - The project was planned to receive €19.4 million in investments, with an application for European Union funding submitted for its implementation [5]. Current Operations and Future Plans - Despite the postponement, the company continues to implement sustainable organic waste management solutions, transferring poultry manure to farmers and planning to direct part of this waste to a newly built biogas plant in Lukšiai [4]. - AB Akola Group is currently focusing on constructing a biofuel plant in Lukšiai, which is the first project of this scale for the group, with plans for further investments to enhance sustainability and profitability after its completion [3]. Company Overview - AB Akola Group is the largest agricultural and food production group in the Baltic States, employing over 5,000 people and operating along the entire food production chain [6]. - For the first nine months of the 2024/2025 financial year, the consolidated revenue of the group exceeded EUR 1,165 million, reflecting a 3.59% increase compared to the same period in the previous year [6].
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The Wall Street Journal· 2025-07-17 11:35
Microsoft’s carbon footprint is huge. It thinks storing human waste underground might help solve that problem. https://t.co/8c7mX4fvMs ...
东北首个“一站式”碳足迹数字化公共服务平台上线
Ren Min Wang· 2025-07-16 02:59
日前,东北首个"一站式"碳足迹数字化公共服务平台在大连上线。有了这个平台,企业可以省时、省 事、省钱地进行绿色转型和出海。 平台上线当日,即与国网大连公司、大连华锐重工等8家重点行业企业,德国TUV莱茵、北京中碳众合 等7家认证机构以及中国银行、建设银行、绿色金融协会等6家金融机构签约,共同搭建产品碳足迹核算 认证"生态圈",并作为"双碳"服务板块接入大连自贸片区一体化服务平台,深度嵌入出口业务流程,解 决出口企业的贸易瓶颈。 据悉,平台二期将建设具有本地特色的产品碳因子数据库,与国家碳数据库互通互认,并依据目前得到 的国际相关数据库和部门的互认,实现企业以自声明方式即可得到国际贸易机构认可,从而产品能以最 快的时间、最低的成本流通到国际贸易供应链中。(王斯文) 碳足迹作为衡量产品全生命周期碳排放的核心指标,已成为国际经贸往来的"绿色通行证"。此前,要想 获得这个"绿色通行证",企业需要自行对接第三方服务机构,安排专业人员熟悉企业生产流程,再逐步 开展人工数据统计填报,整体周期长、效率低、费用高。同时,由于缺乏统一的核算标准与评价规范, 难以保证核算数据的可比性与一致性。遇到复杂场景或技术难点,还需依赖外地机 ...
Busting the myths about sustainable fashion | Maja Nellström & Matilda Lidfeldt | TEDxGöteborg
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-14 16:20
[Applause] The fashion industry is one of the most resource intensive and polluting industries in the world. It contributes to environmental problems like climate change and water scarcity. If we really want to tackle these environmental problems, we need to rethink our beliefs and start focusing on what actually makes a difference.And after years of researching the environmental impact of clothing, one thing has become very clear to us. The fashion industry has been focusing on the wrong solutions. But the ...
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Cointelegraph· 2025-07-06 05:00
⚡️ LATEST: Vitalik says the carbon footprint from flying to crypto events is a fair trade-off to keep the space global. https://t.co/IliJfpBPv7 ...
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TechCrunch· 2025-07-02 17:52
Funding & Investment - Terra CO2 完成 1.24 亿美元 B 轮融资 [1] - 该轮融资旨在减少混凝土的碳足迹 [1] Industry Focus - 公司致力于解决混凝土行业的碳排放问题 [1]
Equinor to Invest NOK 21B in Fram Sor Oil and Gas Project
ZACKS· 2025-06-27 13:06
Core Insights - Equinor ASA (EQNR) and partners are investing over NOK 21 billion (~$2 billion) in the Fram Sør subsea oil and gas project, enhancing Europe's energy security through increased production from the Norwegian Continental Shelf (NCS) [1][10][11] Investment and Production Details - The Fram Sør project is expected to recover approximately 116 million barrels of oil equivalent, with 75% being oil, and production is slated to begin by the end of 2029 [2][10] - The project consolidates several discoveries in the Troll-Fram area, including Echino South and Blasto, ensuring robust profitability and efficient use of existing infrastructure [3] Environmental Impact - Fram Sør boasts an ultra-low carbon footprint, with CO2 intensity estimated at just 0.5 kg per barrel of oil equivalent, significantly lower than the NCS average of 8 kg and the global industry average of 16 kg [4][5] - The project will utilize fully electric subsea Christmas trees, enhancing environmental safety and monitoring [5] Economic Benefits - The project is expected to create approximately 4,500 full-time equivalent jobs during the development phase and generate NOK 18 billion in contracts, primarily awarded to Norwegian suppliers [6][10] Strategic Importance - The project is part of Equinor's broader strategy to mature new resources in the Fram and Troll area, reflecting strong collaboration with partners and authorities [7][11] - Fram Sør is a joint effort by Equinor Energy AS (45%), Vår Energi ASA (40%), and INPEX Idemitsu Norge AS (15%), with all contracts subject to regulatory approval [8]
The Impact of One | Courtney Loman, CMP, CSEP | TEDxTaftAvenue
TEDx Talks· 2025-06-23 16:02
[Music] What if I told you that today, by the end of this talk, you could have an impact on climate change. Totally plausible, right. Huh.Stick with me. I promise it's going to be easier than you think. All you need the impact of one.It just takes one to start a ripple. And my ripple began in 2005. I'd like to introduce you to my trash elephant.In 2005, I planned large outdoor festivals. 200,000 plus attendees over two days. And at one point, I'm standing next to one of the giant dumpsters we have on site a ...
Google inks another massive solar power deal to electrify its data centers
TechCrunch· 2025-05-19 19:20
Core Insights - Google is acquiring an additional 600 megawatts of solar power to support its data centers, focusing on projects in South Carolina developed by EnergyRe [1] - The company has committed to significant investments in renewable energy, including a $20 billion pledge to build zero-carbon power plants and a contract for over 700 megawatts of solar in Oklahoma [2] - Google's goal is to eliminate its carbon footprint from energy by 2030, with the growth of AI increasing the demand for clean energy, leading to a contract for 4 gigawatts of clean power in 2023 [3] Investment Activities - Google is actively investing in renewable energy, with a recent focus on solar power projects [2][3] - The company has made substantial commitments, including a $20 billion investment and multiple contracts for solar energy [2][3] Industry Trends - Other tech companies are also increasing their renewable energy purchases, with Microsoft and Meta making significant solar acquisitions in 2023 [4]
Correction to Previous Release: Navitas Enables Data Center Power Supplies to Achieve Latest 80 PLUS® Ruby Certification
Globenewswire· 2025-04-01 15:12
Core Insights - Navitas Semiconductor has introduced high-power GaNSafe and Gen 3 'Fast' SiC MOSFETs that enhance energy efficiency in AI data center power supply units (PSUs), achieving efficiencies between 96.5% and 98% [1][6] - The new Ruby certification for PSUs, announced in January 2025, sets a higher efficiency benchmark, requiring an additional 1% efficiency across all load conditions compared to previous standards [3][4] - The advancements in GaN and SiC technology by Navitas are positioned to significantly reduce carbon footprints and operational costs in the data center industry, with potential savings of 10 TWh of energy for every percentage point improvement in efficiency [7] Company Overview - Navitas Semiconductor is a leader in next-generation power semiconductors, focusing on GaN and SiC technologies, and has been operational since 2014 [8] - The company has developed a range of products, including the world's first 8.5 kW AI data center power supply, which meets 98% efficiency and complies with Open Compute Project specifications [6] - Navitas holds over 300 patents and is recognized for its commitment to sustainability, being the first semiconductor company to achieve CarbonNeutral certification [8]