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🌞 Sunbathing with a Circular Twist 🌊 Portugal is making waves—literally—with the installation of Europe’s largest floating solar farm, courtesy of EDP. This project isn’t just about capturing sunlight—it’s about smartly using unused surfaces and resources, perfectly fitting circular economy principles. And the less sunny eastern european countries are on the fast lane, too! 📈 Solar Energy Soars: In the first seven months of 2024, solar power generation in Central and Eastern Europe shot up by an incredible 55%. That’s more than double the growth rate of solar output in Western Europe! This surge shows how accessible and popular solar energy is becoming across the continent. ⚡ Leaders in the Spotlight: Poland and Hungary are at the forefront of this solar revolution, with Poland increasing its solar electricity generation by 33.3% and Hungary by a whopping 47.7% compared to the same period last year. These countries are proving that renewable energy isn’t just a trend—it’s the future. Next Up: Solar panels on highways! This vision is about to become reality, turning medians and parking lots into energy hubs for a sustainable future. 🌞🌍 #RenewableEnergy #CircularEconomy #SolarPower #Sustainability #Innovation #Portugal #CleanEnergy #ClimateAction #Hungary #Poland #SustainableLeaders #DisruptiveInnovation #SustainableDevelopment #CircularInnovation #Infrastructure

🔋Delivering your weekly Energy News Updates! ⚡️ Swipe through to catch up on the latest developments reshaping Europe's energy landscape: 🔌 The European Parliament just greenlit new regulations for the electricity market! 🌍 These changes are aimed at stabilizing prices, boosting renewable investments, and enhancing system flexibility. 🏭 Slovakia is making waves by closing its last coal-fired power station! 🌿💡 With a commitment to carbon-free electricity, they're not just going green but also saving on costly emissions. ☀️ Germany shines brighter with the inauguration of Europe's largest solar power plant! ☀️🌱 With over 1.1 million solar panels, it's a game-changer for renewable energy production and biodiversity preservation. 🌎 Join us in celebrating these strides towards a cleaner, more sustainable future! 🌱💡 #CleanEnergy #RenewablesRevolution #SustainabilityGoals #energy #energynews

🌍🔋 Pioneering Sustainable Energy in Africa! Discover how Next Century Power led by InnoEnergy Masters+ graduate André Corsetti, is transforming energy access in Harare, Zimbabwe. Their innovative solar PV and storage systems are set to bring affordable, reliable electricity to communities that have waited decades. Learn more about this groundbreaking project and join us in supporting a sustainable energy future! 🌞⚡ Read more about this project here: https://hubs.ly/Q02CMkDZ0

𝐀 𝐦𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢-𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬’ 𝐝𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 🌞In Lisbon, the #SolarThermal technology is being put at the service of the community water consumption needs, installed in public buildings such as student residences and sporting facilities. This technology converts sunlight into heat, providing hot water, heating, as well as cooling for buildings. By supplementing central heating systems, solar thermal ensures long-term energy savings and reduces reliance on conventional energy sources 🔋In Seixal, we visited the Green Pipeline Project site (GPP), an innovative pilot project led by Floene, Portugal’s largest gas distribution network operator. This is the first project in Portugal to bring a mixture of green #hydrogen and natural gas to a variety of consumers, progressively injecting it into the local gas distribution network to power homes and businesses. 🌱 During our visit, we could see with our eyes how a balanced and sustainable energy system can be achieved, putting energy system integration into practice. Adopting a multi-technology approach that leverages the full energy mix will help ensure a socially and environmentally sustainable decarbonization of buildings and communities. 🔜 More to come, stay tuned! #EHIInnovationTour

🌬️🌱 Can a small nation like Estonia make big waves in green energy? Discover how a new wind farm is about to power up Estonia's future: 1️⃣ Green Electricity for 160,000 Homes: The Sopi-Tootsi wind farm will generate 350 GWh of green electricity annually, powering approximately 160,000 homes. 2️⃣ CO2 Reduction Champion: By producing renewable energy, the project will cut CO2 emissions by 360,000 tonnes each year. 3️⃣ Boosting Energy Independence: This wind farm not only supports the environment but also enhances Estonia’s energy independence, reducing reliance on fossil fuels. 4️⃣ Economic Benefits: Beyond environmental impact, the wind farm contributes to local economic growth through job creation and infrastructure development. Find out how we support Estonia's sustainable future 👉 https://bit.ly/3WAwWBC

Exploring Methods to Enhance Energy Efficiency and Sustainability in the Public Sector A key initial step for every public institution is to conduct an assessment of their available roof space. Following this evaluation, institutions should consider installing photovoltaic systems or collaborating with the public community to deploy these energy infrastructures. This is the law proposal already registered in the senate of Romania: https://lnkd.in/daK6XtP7 Insights from a recent Greenpeace report highlight the significant impact of such initiatives: - 11 cities in Romania could save over €4 million annually by leveraging the potential of photovoltaic energy on the roofs of public buildings within their local heritage. The total roof area available across these cities is estimated to exceed 1 million square meters. - The potential of photovoltaic energy generated by heritage buildings in the analyzed cities can surpass the total annual energy consumption by up to three times. This project not only underscores the immense potential of renewable energy in reducing operational costs but also exemplifies a step forward in our commitment to sustainability.

Successful first day of Solar Solutions Düsseldorf 2024! Summary of the day insights The potential for solar energy in Africa is vast and largely untapped. By investing in solar energy solutions, African nations can address critical energy challenges, promote sustainable development, and improve the overall quality of life for their populations. The transition to solar power is not just an environmental imperative but also a pathway to economic prosperity and social well-being.

Did you know that installing solar panels on our homes could cover Denmark's entire electricity consumption? 🥳 With a total need of approximately 84 million solar panels of 400 watts each, we can achieve energy independence and sustainability. Here's the exciting part: if we distributed these panels across the country’s homes, it would only require on average 30 panels per household! By placing solar panels on rooftops, we can avoid using valuable farmland and preserve our natural landscapes, all while contributing to a greener future. This approach leverages the space we already have and empowers each household to be a part of Denmark's clean energy revolution. Let's imagine a Denmark where every roof contributes to powering our nation. Together, we can make this vision a reality! 🌱☀️ #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #SolarPower #GreenEnergy #Denmark

Tuscia solar power plant in Italy is about to complete construction Enfinity Global proudly presents the advance in the construction of Tuscia, one of our solar power plants in Tuscania (Lazio-Italy). With a capacity of 24.2 MW, this cutting-edge facility exemplifies our dedication to a sustainable future. 🌞 Once interconnected, this solar power plant is expected to produce approximately 42,307 MWh of clean energy annually. This translates to a reduction of around 42,200 metric tons of CO2 emissions each year—equivalent to removing about 9,000 cars from the road. Beyond environmental benefits, our plant also positively impacts the local community. By investing in renewable energy, we are creating jobs, fostering local economic growth, supporting energy independence, and creating a greener environment for future generations. 🌍💚 Only by tackling the effects of climate change the future of rural activity will be ensured. Through projects like our Tuscania plant, Enfinity Global is driving Italy towards a brighter, more sustainable future, while ensuring that local communities thrive. #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #CommunityImpact #CleanEnergy #EnfinityGlobal

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