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New #SubseaCable systems are connecting #Lisbon with every corner of the globe. Read the blog to learn what makes Portugal’s capital such an important digital hub: https://eqix.it/4bb8jB0

Should the US follow the Chinese example to ensure success in the green technology sector? “A new study by the Kiel Institute indicates that Beijing heavily subsidizes its domestic industries, particularly in sectors such as green technologies like electric mobility or wind power. Estimates suggest that China's overall subsidies range between three to nine times that of other OECD countries such as the USA or Germany. According to the analysis of new data, one of the major beneficiaries is the electric car manufacturer BYD.” Kiel Institute for the World Economy #greentechnology #climatechange #nationalinvestment #investment #economicimpact #subsidies #industry #alternativeenergy

There has been exciting news recently about investments in Finland. Google, the US technology giant, is set to expand its cloud and data center infrastructure in the country, following €3.5 billion worth of investments already made in Finland. At the same time, Meridiam, a French infrastructure investor, has partnered with Green North Energy to develop a 280-megawatt green ammonia production plant in Southwest Finland. The news comes as Finland tables a 20% tax credit for green transition-related investments in the country. Read more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dVtf99zF 📷: Adobe Jussi Ylinen Haminan kaupunki - Hamina Town #finnish #finnishinnovation #finland #goodnewsfromfinland #google #greennorthenergy #investinfinland #investment #meridiam

VITALIY KIM, GOVERNOR OF MYKOLAIV REGION, VISITED DENMARK A one-week trip organized by the Danish Embassy Office in Mykolaiv last week, focused on three main areas: Public sector: meetings with the Danish government aimed to ensure that support for the Mykolaiv region is consistent, transparent, and well-planned. A meeting with the Minister of European Affairs Marie Bjerre was held to discuss European integration, and with Danish Energy Agency to speak about the energy sector Municipal Partnerships: Strengthening ties with Danish municipalities that provide peer-to-peer support to Mykolaiv communities as part of decentralization processes. Danish communities share their relevant experience and best practices with Ukrainian counterparts in areas such as utility management, energy efficiency, waste management, and water supply. Special emphasis was placed on cooperation with Aalborg Kommune, Mykolaiv's sister city, Vejle Kommune as Pervomaisk’s sister city, and Ikast-Brande Kommune as Voznesensk’s sister city. Business Development and Investment: Promoting investment opportunities for Danish companies, supported by Danish financing tools designed to mitigate wartime risks provided by Danish state funds including IFU and EIFO. Vitaliy Kim participated in the Aarhus Tomorrow Business Conference, where he presented the Mykolaiv development strategy for 2025. The strategy emphasizes business growth and creating special conditions to enable companies to restart operations, attract investors, and stimulate the local economy. Danish Minister for Business Morten Bødskov encouraged Danish businesses to increase investments in Mykolaiv and Ukraine. Denmark is proud to be the partner of the Mykolaiv Region and will continue to facilitate the multi-faceted cooperation with both its governmental and private sectors. Video сredit: Vitaliy Kim Danish Industry | IFU | Danish Energy Agency | Aarhus Festuge Business Conference

Dublin’s business community is committed to working alongside the next government to achieve Ireland's NetZero targets. However, many firms face challenges in decarbonising. Along with investing in the nation’s sustainable energy infrastructure, simplifying access to grants and educational support will be essential to ensure that businesses of all sizes and sectors can contribute to a sustainable future. Read our full report here - http://bit.ly/40dsagy #VoiceofDublinBusiness #GeneralElection

𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘄𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗻! ⚡ Finland and Sweden are striving for net-zero emissions by 2035 and 2045, respectively. With 87-96% of their electricity already CO2-neutral, the focus is now on full electrification and decarbonization across industries, transport, and heating. These goals are ambitious - achieving them requires €178 billion in investments for Finland and €243 billion for Sweden by 2040. However, the existing market design faces hurdles like price volatility, infrastructure delays, and investment uncertainty on both the demand and supply side. Without addressing these risks, electrification on this scale is likely to fail. Investments need to be long-term commercially and financially viable across the entire value chain! How can we create a stable, attractive environment for green investments that accelerates electrification? We suggest a mix of improved market design and targeted mechanisms - including capacity remuneration mechanisms, publicly-backed power purchase agreements, and stable regulatory frameworks. With these tools, Finland and Sweden can unlock the full potential of electrification, creating over 120,000 high-value jobs across the two countries, lead Europe’s energy transition, and set a global example for achieving net-zero goals. Read our report for Fortum here: https://lnkd.in/d-tsNBGG

🚢 Calling All Innovators in Digital Solutions for Maritime Businesses! 🌊 We announce a new procurement opportunity as part of the "Sustainable Flow" project, where we are proud to be a partner. Project lead partner, Satakunta University of Applied Sciences - SAMK, is inviting tenders for a cutting-edge CO2 and logistics activity ICT application aimed at revolutionizing port operations across the Baltic region. Project Overview: 📍 Locations: Rauma, Pori & Mariehamn (Finland), Oxelösund & Norrköping (Sweden), Tallinn (Estonia), and Riga (Latvia). 🌍 Goal: Develop an open-source ICT tool to calculate and reduce CO2 emissions, and enhance the efficiency of logistic chains in ports. 💡 We are looking for an ICT application that: Identifies and calculates emissions from multiple sources (API, formulas, manual input, or combinations). Provides accurate and reliable emission data for better operational insights. Includes a "Guidance Tool" to assist ports in improving energy efficiency and reducing CO2 emissions. This is an incredible opportunity to contribute to a sustainable future and showcase your innovative digital solutions on an international stage. 🔗 Interested? Learn more and submit your tender below Let’s work together to create greener, more efficient ports! #SustainableFlow #MaritimeInnovation #CO2Reduction #DigitalSolutions #OpenSource #SustainableFuture #PortLogistics #TenderOpportunity

The Nordics in 2025: Strong and united Next year, Finland and Åland will jointly lead the work of the Nordic Council of Ministers. The programme of their co-presidency was presented at the Session of the Nordic Council in Reykjavik this week, emphasising that the three strategic priorities of a green, competitive, and socially sustainable Nordic region continue to be the most important guidelines for Nordic cooperation. A key building block in this course of action is energy, as highlighted in the presidency programme: 🔐 Energy security of the Nordic countries is an important factor for economic stability and social welfare. Our common goal is to ensure a reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy supply. 🤝 Cooperation in the areas of innovation and sustainable solutions will strengthen the Nordic region’s position as an attractive investment object for a resource-efficient transition to clean energy. 👩💻 New technology in the field of energy is needed alongside increased production to cater for growing demand and to facilitate the transition to clean energy.  ⚡ Secure energy infrastructure is of the utmost importance in ensuring the reliable and uninterrupted supply of energy, protecting critical societal functions, and preventing various threats and interruptions. 💡 Ensuring sufficient electricity production capacity even in crisis situations is crucial. A low-emission and sustainable energy future requires technical innovations and cooperation. Furthermore, energy continues to be an important part of the Nordic Council of Ministers’ political priorities 2025–2030. The new sectoral cooperation programme on energy was just released, guiding the inter-governmental work in the next five years. Nordisk Energiforskning strongly recognises this priority, and we are involved in many activities promoting cooperation on energy-based solutions for a green transition. We will target our work on these priorities through our recently adopted strategy towards 2030. Read Finland’s and Åland’s presidency programme at: https://lnkd.in/dhy-ncHG Read more about the Nordic Co-operation Programme for Energy 2025–2030 at: https://lnkd.in/dw-y5SpF Read Nordic Energy Research’s strategy for 2030, available in all Nordic languages: https://lnkd.in/dXB_5gzU The Nordic Council of Ministers and The Nordic Council #Nordic #Energy #EnergySecurity

🔸 The final countdown is on for the Netherlands’ economic mission to Sweden & Finland! 🔹 From November 4 to 8, this mission will promote cooperation in sustainable energy and innovation. Dutch Minister for Foreign Trade and Development, Reinette Klever | Minister BHO, will be leading the delegation in Sweden. Ingrid Thijssen, President at VNO-NCW, will be leading the delegation in Finland. 🔹 The economic mission will focus on exploring opportunities for Dutch businesses in the energy transition, specifically in #hydrogen 💧 and #battery technology 🔋. We can’t wait to meet everyone joining us! 💡 Sweden, Finland, and the Netherlands share a vision for a resilient, progressive future, driven by innovation and clean energy technologies. While geographically separated, these nations are closely connected by their shared commitment to the clean energy transition. As open and forward-thinking economies, they have a long-standing tradition of collaboration and shared goals. Through this mission, they are focusing on hydrogen and battery technologies, essential for changing the future. Together, they aim to exchange knowledge, best practices, and innovative solutions, building strong partnerships to accelerate the development of hydrogen and battery technologies. By working closely, Sweden, Finland, and the Netherlands are paving the way for clean energy solutions that will contribute to energy independence. Finnish companies/organisations that we'll meet/visit during the mission: Valmet, IONCOR, Tampere University, Business Tampere, P2X Solutions Oy, Sandvik, Akkuteollisuus ry, Ren-Gas, Insta, TT Gaskets, Vetyklusteri - H2 Cluster Finland, Gasgrid, VTT, Business Finland. Dutch companies joining the mission to Finland: Alius, Bronkhorst, Carteman Ventures (Deep Energy Technology Fund), E-magy, Kalpana Systems, LionVolt, MANN LINES, NMI Group, Trescal, VDL Groep, VDL ETG Projects B.V., Ballast Nedam, Groningen Seaports, Nedstack Fuel Cell Technology, North Sea Port, OG Clean Fuels, Port of Amsterdam, RWE, RAI Automotive Industry NL. 🌍 Powering change together: hydrogen and batteries for a clean energy future! #NordicEnergyPartners #SwedenFinlandEnergyPartners #SolvingGlobalChallengesTogether #CleanEnergyFinland Netherlands | Netherlands Enterprise Agency | Ministerie van Buitenlandse Zaken | Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Sweden

Digital transformation, a cornerstone in EU-Kazakhstan economic and trade partnership [Advocacy Lab Content]: New avenues of collaboration are opening up between the EU and Kazakhstan, particularly in the digital connectivity sector, critical raw materials, and renewable energy.