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Tech ambitions include producing sustainable jet fuel out of the carbon dioxide in the air (AFP)
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Tech’s green wave hits choppy waters

Tech’s pursuit of sustainable energy solutions is captivating, but experts warn these ambitions may mislead without real change.

FILE PHOTO: A logo of Nexans is seen on F/UTP cable, at the Rexel Expo, at Porte de Versailles exhibition center in Paris, France June 20, 2022. REUTERS/Benoit Tessier/File Photo
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Offshore wind cable maker Nexans says it might turn US plant into export hub

Nexans may turn its U.S. plant into an export hub to Europe if Trump’s policies challenge U.S. offshore wind projects.

FILE PHOTO: A crane hangs over the first jacket support structure installed to support a turbine for a wind farm in the waters of the Atlantic Ocean off Block Island, Rhode Island.
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Siemens Energy, RWE warn of Trump fallout in US offshore wind sector

Two of the world's biggest renewables firms warn of potential delays for U.S. offshore wind sector under Trump due to policy challenges.

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Vietnam’s renewable energy policy is spurring decarbonization of global brands

Vietnam’s new Direct Power Purchase Agreement enables global brands to decarbonize supply chains by sourcing renewable energy.

FILE PHOTO: Miniatures of windmill, solar panel and electric pole are seen in front of Siemens Energy logo in this illustration taken January 17, 2023. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo
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Siemens Energy won’t propose dividend for fiscal year 2024

Siemens Energy will not issue a 2024 dividend due to German-backed guarantees, pausing payouts and top-level bonuses.

FILE PHOTO: A recording light of a TV camera is flashing red as Siemens Energy CEO Christian Bruch addresses the annual results news conference in Munich, Germany, November 15, 2023.   REUTERS/Leo Simon/File Photo
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Siemens Energy raises mid-term outlook as turnaround gathers pace

Siemens Energy narrows Q4 losses, triples shares YTD, and raises 2028 profit outlook, driven by strong demand and order growth.

US officials vow to be 'effective' participants at COP29 despite the election climate-sceptic Donald Trump (AFP)
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Lame-duck US climate team vows to be ‘effective’ at COP29

US officials keep a busy schedule at COP29, assuring global leaders of continued climate action despite Trump's return threat.

The projects are due to be completed by 2032 (Ben Birchall/PA)
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Subsea electricity links between UK and Europe approved

Ofgem approves five new subsea power lines, boosting UK’s wind power export to Europe and aiding energy security by 2032.

The minister was urged to give an assurance over national security (Nick Ansell/PA)
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UK urged to rule out allowing wind turbines ‘controlled by hostile states’

UK Government avoids ruling out wind turbines built by "hostile" states, amid concerns over energy security.

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