Category: Industry, Materials & Waste

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  • Credo Releases 2025 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report

    Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd has released its 2025 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report, highlighting its progress in providing secure, high-speed connectivity solutions that are energy efficient. The company's focus on responsible growth and long-term value creation includes advancing connectivity solutions that support reduced waste and energy-efficient growth of AI data centers. Credo's commitment to building products with lower power consumption reflects its vision for sustainable connectivity in the face of increasing energy demands. The company's efforts in product innovation and partnerships contribute to education, health, and local community needs, showcasing its integrity and commitment to improvement.

    https://cleantechnica.com/2025/12/30/credo-releases-2025-environmental-social-and-governance-esg-report/

  • Argentina’s YPF Luz begins 100 MW output at El Quemado solar park

    YPF Luz has activated the first 100 MW of its El Quemado solar park in Mendoza province, the first renewable energy facility to operate under Argentina's Large Investment Incentive Regime (RIGI). With an estimated investment of $210 million, the project is progressing towards a total capacity of 305 MW, generating enough electricity for over 233,000 Argentine households. This milestone marks a significant step towards the country's renewable energy goals, showcasing the potential for large-scale projects in energy infrastructure to accelerate the transition to clean energy sources.

    https://www.pv-magazine.com/2025/12/29/argentinas-ypf-luz-begins-100-mw-output-at-el-quemado-solar-park/

  • A 15-Ton Rooftop Heat Pump Is Coming For Your Fossil Fuels

    Electric heat pumps are becoming a key player in the home electrification movement and are now scaling up to decarbonize commercial buildings. Carrier Global Corporation is leading the way in demonstrating the potential of heat pumps in the US, with a new 15-ton rooftop heat pump for commercial use in development. The Energy Department's programs are accelerating the development of next-generation heat pumps for both residential and commercial markets, with a focus on high efficiency and reducing energy costs. Innovations like the Boiler 2.0 industrial heat pump from AtmosZero are highlighting the growing trend towards sustainable energy solutions, aiming to decarbonize industries with high-efficiency electrified steam generators. Commercial-scale heat pumps, like those used at the Belgium Brewing facility in Fort Collins, Colorado, are set to be available in the US market within the next two years, with a goal of delivering zero-emission steam at a cost comparable to fossil-fueled boilers.

    https://cleantechnica.com/2025/12/27/a-15-ton-rooftop-heat-pump-is-coming-for-your-fossil-fuels/

  • Massive Solar Plus Storage Facility To Replace Coal And Gas, Too

    The article discusses the transition from coal power plants to cleaner energy solutions at the Sherco Energy Hub in Minnesota, where Xcel Energy is replacing coal with renewable energy sources. Xcel plans to retire all remaining coal power plants in the region and focus on leveraging renewable energy assets, including a large solar array and significant battery energy storage system. The company intends to offset costs for battery and solar projects, with construction on the battery storage projects starting in 2026. Xcel sees energy storage as a critical part of Minnesota's energy future, allowing for a diversified energy mix that excludes coal. Additionally, Xcel has incorporated solar grazing at the Sherco Energy Hub, with nearly 2,000 sheep helping to maintain the PV array and provide environmental benefits.

    https://cleantechnica.com/2025/12/27/massive-solar-plus-storage-facility-to-replace-both-coal-and-natural-gas/

  • Carmaker uses repurposed EV batteries to help power factory in Australia

    Nissan Australia has repurposed retired electric vehicle batteries to power part of its production facility in Melbourne and supply EV chargers through the Nissan Node project. This collaboration with Relectrify aims to increase battery cycle life, reduce energy storage costs, and promote a circular economy. The initiative is expected to reduce annual carbon emissions by 259 tonnes and save 128 MWh of energy each year, showcasing a sustainable future for end-of-life EV batteries.

    https://www.pv-magazine.com/2025/12/26/carmaker-uses-repurposed-ev-batteries-to-help-power-factory-in-australia/

  • Industrial Green Hydrogen Is Coming To Europe From The US

    The emergence of industrial green hydrogen as a key player in global decarbonization is highlighted in the article, focusing on using renewable energy sources like wind and solar power to decarbonize the hydrogen supply chain. Electric Hydrogen, a Massachusetts startup, is leading the way in this space with support from major industrial stakeholders and climate tech investors. Their HYPRPlant electrolyzer production platform aims to reduce transportation and storage costs for large-scale operations, with projects in California and Texas, including the Project Roadrunner to become the largest efuels producer globally. Efforts to export green ammonia overseas and the potential for ammonia to serve as a transportation medium for green hydrogen are also discussed, showcasing US innovators' impact on global decarbonization despite federal energy policy changes.

    https://cleantechnica.com/2025/12/26/industrial-green-hydrogen-is-coming-to-europe-from-the-us-no-less/

  • Charting The Changes That Will Lead To Renewable Energy Dominance In 2026

    Bill McKibben, a climate realist, acknowledges the dire state of the planet due to global warming but sees hope in the increasing use of alternative energy sources like solar and wind power. He notes the significant progress made in countries like China and Australia in transitioning to renewable energy. McKibben emphasizes the importance of shifting away from fossil fuels towards clean energy solutions to combat the climate crisis. The article also touches on the challenges posed by the current capitalist system that benefits from the extraction and distribution of fossil fuels. The shift towards renewable energy is noted, with examples like China exporting more green technologies than fossil fuels, and the potential for a more sustainable and equitable energy future is emphasized.

    https://cleantechnica.com/2025/12/26/charting-the-changes-that-will-lead-to-renewable-energy-dominance-in-2026/

  • ACCIONA Energía starts renewable supply from Logrosan plant in Caceres

    ACCIONA Energía's Logrosan biomass plant in Spain, with a capacity of 50 MW, is now supplying renewable energy and is expected to produce 380 GWh of electricity annually, avoiding over 187,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions. The plant primarily uses forestry residues for biomass, promoting active forest management to reduce wildfire risk. The project, awarded in a renewable energy auction, created over 400 construction jobs and will maintain 30 permanent roles, benefiting the local economy with revenue flowing back into the region. Additionally, the facility supports around 200 positions dedicated to land management and wildfire prevention, showcasing a comprehensive approach to sustainable energy production.

    https://www.power-technology.com/news/acciona-energia-renewable-supply-logrosan-plant/

  • Sembcorp completes acquisition of 300 MW solar project in India

    Sembcorp Industries has expanded its renewable energy operations in India by acquiring a 300 MW solar project in Rajasthan, connected to the national grid and operating under a 25-year power purchase agreement with Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co. Ltd. This acquisition boosts Sembcorp's renewable energy capacity in India to over 7.6 GW, furthering its global renewables portfolio to 20.2 GW. This move highlights the company's commitment to sustainable energy solutions and contributes to the ongoing efforts to combat climate change through the expansion of renewable energy sources.

    https://www.pv-magazine.com/2025/12/26/sembcorp-completes-acquisition-of-300-mw-solar-project-in-india/

  • Earth blocks keep homes cool while cutting emissions in Kenya’s drylands

    In Laikipia County, Kenya, the use of compressed earth blocks in housing construction is highlighted as a sustainable and climate-friendly alternative to traditional building materials. Initiatives like the Cement and Concrete Breakthrough Initiative and the Belém Call for Action for Sustainable and Affordable Housing are aiming to decarbonize the industry and promote sustainable building practices. The International Coalition for Building Climate Resilience (ICBC) emphasizes the importance of affordable, resource-efficient, low-carbon housing in achieving climate goals and sustainable development. This traditional building approach is gaining renewed attention in low-income communities facing the impacts of climate change, such as extreme heat. Additionally, buildings in West Africa, like the Museum of West African Art in Benin City, Nigeria, are being constructed using eco-friendly methods such as compressed earth blocks and rammed earth architecture, offering low-cost and energy-efficient solutions to reduce the carbon footprint of buildings in the region.

    https://www.climatechangenews.com/2025/12/24/earth-blocks-keep-homes-cool-while-cutting-emissions-in-kenyas-drylands/