Europe
How farmers can install solar panels in fields without damaging the rest of their operation
Combining solar energy with agriculture offers a dual solution to cut carbon emissions and boost food production sustainably.
Views sought on reforms to Scotland’s energy infrastructure planning
A consultation on proposed changes has been launched to make the system for considering large energy projects in Scotland more efficient.
Volkswagen labour chief sounds alarm on mass layoffs, three German plant closures
Volkswagen to close three German factories and lay off thousands, increasing pressure on the government amid economic woes.
Norway’s wealth fund falls short on climate ambitions, NGO says
Norway’s $1.8T wealth fund missed climate goals, backing only 4 of 21 key shareholder proposals on emissions targets in 2024.
China again warns EU against separate talks with EV makers
China renewed warnings that if the EU conducts separate talks with EV companies while in dialogue with China, that would erode trust.
Belfast-based energy services firm secures £4m contract in Germany
Joulen wins £4M German deal with SonneNext, expanding its AI platform, Paris, and creating 13 jobs in Northern Ireland.
Scotland must act to tax ‘planet-wrecking private jets’, campaigners urge
Scotland urged to tax private jets, with Oxfam claiming their "reckless pollution" fuels climate crisis and extreme inequality.
Volkswagen weighs wage cuts, bonus reductions in push to save four billion euros: report
Volkswagen is exploring a series of cost-cutting measures for its core brand, including a 10 per cent wage cut and a two-year wage...
Is the UK’s hydrogen infrastructure prepared for a CfD-powered future?
The U.K.’s green hydrogen CfDs faces cost, demand, and market challenges. An OIES paper says government support and innovation are essential.
