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BDEW: Photovoltaic expansion at record level
02.12.2024
The Bundesverband der Energie- und Wasserwirtschaft e.V. (BDEW) is forecasting a further increase in the expansion of photovoltaics in 2024. According to the association, a capacity of 17.5 GW is expected to be added this year – an increase compared to 15.3 GW in the previous year.
Ilsenburger Grobblech GmbH Builds New Training Workshop and Communication Center
02.12.2024
Ilsenburger Grobblech GmbH (ILG), with support from the Salzgitter Group, is investing a mid-single-digit million euro sum in constructing a state-of-the-art training workshop and communication center.
Breakthrough for German Hydrogen Network: €24 Billion Financing Secured
02.12.2024
A major milestone for German hydrogen infrastructure has been reached with KfW providing €24 billion for the national hydrogen core network (Kernnetz) development. The loan, signed on November 26, secures funding for the amortization account that bridges the initial cost gap between investments and network charges.
Survey: High progression in municipal heating transition in NRW
02.12.2024
The state organisation for energy and climate protection (NRW.Energy4Climate) has surveyed the cities and municipalities in North Rhine-Westphalia on the status of their heating planning.
Technology Leap: New Measurement System Developed for Liquid Hydrogen
02.12.2024
A new measurement module enables precise temperature measurements in liquid hydrogen systems. The system with four separate input channels supports common cryogenic sensors and minimizes unwanted sensor heating through its special design.
ArcelorMittal Celebrates One of Its Largest Expansions in Brazil
02.12.2024
ArcelorMittal Vega has inaugurated the expanded Vega Unit in São Francisco do Sul, marking a historic milestone for the company. The event brought together authorities, customers, and key figures from the metals industry to celebrate this achievement.
Manufacturing-X: The Data Economy Has Begun
02.12.2024
VDMA Publishes First Atlas on Data-Space-Based Projects in Germany and Europe
North Sea Becomes Testing Ground for Maritime Hydrogen Production
02.12.2024
A pioneering project for maritime hydrogen production is taking shape in the North Sea. At the Alpha Ventus wind farm, a 10-megawatt electrolyzer will demonstrate the feasibility of offshore H2 production, using waste heat for seawater desalination.
Connection to H2 core network: Stadtwerke Essen and OGE plan cooperation
29.11.2024
On 18 November, gas network operator OGE and Stadtwerke Essen (SWE) signed a partnership agreement on the future transport of hydrogen to Essen.
Nationwide fibre optic supply uncertain until 2030: Breko calls for political course correction
29.11.2024
In its Breko Market Analysis 2024 published on 10 September, the Bundesverband Breitbandkommunikation (Breko) shows that the expansion of fibre optics in Germany continues to progress.