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European cities pledge to reduce emissions
The mayors of over 500 European cities will today commit to reducing CO2 emissions by more than 20% by 2020.
EU outlines policy drive for energy efficient vehicles
The EU yesterday outlined its policy to encourage the development and adoption of electric and more energy efficient vehicles.
Vestas receives order for 2100 MW from Portuguese utility
In one of the largest orders ever seen, Danish manufacturer Vestas is to supply EDP Renováveis, the renewables division of Portuguese utility Energías de Portugal, with wind turbines up to a capacity of 2100 MW.
Iberdrola to develop 1500 MW wind project in Romania
Iberdrola Renovables, the renewables division of Spanish energy giant, has acquired the rights to develop 1500 MW of wind power in the east European country of Romania.
365 Energy supplies Dublin with first electric vehicle charging stations
The city of Dublin, Ireland last week unveiled its first electric vehicle charging stations supplied by 365 Energy.
100% renewables achievable by 2050 according to report
A report by the European Renewable Energy Council explains how the European Union could switch to a 100% renewable energy supply for electricity, heating and cooling and transport by 2050.
Europe can move to low-carbon energy supply without risks
Europe can move to low-carbon energy sources without risking reliable supply or increasing bills for consumers, according to a new report.
Six shortlisted for EU green capital
Six cities – Barcelona, Malmö, Nantes, Nuremberg, Reykjavík and Vitoria-Gasteiz – have been shortlisted for the European Green Capital Award.
Deal with Renault-Nissan puts electric cars on Ireland’s roads
The Irish Government yesterday announced a partnership with the Renault-Nissan Alliance and the Electricity Supply Board to put electric cars on the country’s roads.
Renault-Nissan, Enel and Endesa to work together on electric mobility
The Renault-Nissan Alliance revealed today that it has signed an agreement with Italian and Spanish energy companies Enel and Endesa to work together on the infrastructure for electric mobility.