Energy Infrastructure

Competitiveness of the European Energy-Intensive Industries

The European Round Table for Industry, in collaboration with the Boston Consulting Group, released two reports regarding the challenges of Europe's energy transition. The first report examines the competitiveness of European energy-intensive industries (EIIs), highlighting the impact of energy transition on Europe's competitiveness, evidenced by significant reductions in aluminium production and a shift from being a chemical exporter to a net importer. It points out the risk of deindustrialisation and the outflow of foreign direct investments. This report emphasizes the need for regulatory changes to ensure access to affordable low-carbon energy, financial incentives for decarbonisation, and a level playing field with international competitors. The second report focuses on the infrastructure required for industrial decarbonisation and the increasing demand for renewable energy. It identifies an investment gap in energy infrastructure that needs to be addressed through collaboration between public and private sectors, estimating a requirement of €0.8 trillion by 2030 and €2.5 trillion by 2050. The report suggests fast-tracking infrastructure development, promoting cross-border cooperation, and recommending policy and regulatory changes to support the European Union’s interconnected grid and underdeveloped Single Market for energy. These changes include harmonisation of technical standards for interconnectivity and strategic location planning for hydrogen and CO2 demand centres.

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TRANSFORMATIVE EFFORTS IN RESHAPING EUROPE'S ELECTRICAL LANDSCAPE: INSIGHTS FROM THE ONENET PROJECT FINAL EVENT
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TRANSFORMATIVE EFFORTS IN RESHAPING EUROPE'S ELECTRICAL LANDSCAPE: INSIGHTS FROM THE ONENET PROJECT FINAL EVENT

The OneNet Project Final Event marked the culmination of efforts to reshape Europe's electricity system. Key topics included TSO-DSO coordination, market design, consumer engagement, and leveraging data for grid operations. The initiative aligns with EU interoperability objectives and promotes a sustainable, unified market.

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EU Policies for Advancing Green Hydrogen
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EU Policies for Advancing Green Hydrogen

The European Union is intensifying efforts to foster green hydrogen as a key component of its energy and climate strategy. Policies are being developed to support the production, distribution, and use of green hydrogen, aligning with the EU's broader goals of achieving carbon neutrality and sustainable economic growth.

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Summary of the IEA Electricity Market Report 2023
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Summary of the IEA Electricity Market Report 2023

The IEA Electricity Market Report 2023 paints a picture of a world grappling with the dual challenges of meeting growing energy demands and transitioning to a more sustainable and low-carbon energy future. Low-emission power sources are poised to meet nearly all the global electricity demand growth by 2025.

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Revolutionizing Energy: Discover 5 plus 1 Different Methods for Producing Clean and Abundant Hydrogen
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Revolutionizing Energy: Discover 5 plus 1 Different Methods for Producing Clean and Abundant Hydrogen

Hydrogen is a versatile and clean energy source that can be used for a variety of purposes. One of the main challenges in the widespread adoption of hydrogen as an energy source is the efficient production of hydrogen. In this article, we will briefly showcase 5.

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What are innovations along the hydrogen value chain?
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What are innovations along the hydrogen value chain?

The "Hydrogen Patents for a Clean Energy Future" report highlights hydrogen's role in sustainable energy. It details its growing importance, especially in Spain's renewable energy sector. The study covers increased hydrogen-related patent activities from 2011-2020, advancements in production technologies, and its diverse end-use applications. The report concludes with hydrogen's potential in the global energy transition.

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Dream or reality: solar power systems in space
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Dream or reality: solar power systems in space

A Space-based Solar Power (SSP) station would have the potential to mitigate climate change through the provision of clean energy. SSP is not only considered more efficient than ground-based solar stations but it is also immaculately clean and infinitely available.

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Bioenergy and Solid Biomass: A Renewable Solution for Industrial Heat Processes
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Bioenergy and Solid Biomass: A Renewable Solution for Industrial Heat Processes

Biomass plays a crucial role in the production of zero-carbon heat and electricity. The future of biomass in industrial applications remains promising. Some industries, such as the cement industry, have already invested heavily in adapting their processes to use biomass.

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Race to Renewables: Win Prizes in Our Fast-Paced RE4Industry Quiz Challenge!
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Race to Renewables: Win Prizes in Our Fast-Paced RE4Industry Quiz Challenge!

Next week sees the start of the EU Sustainable Energy Week 2023 in Brussels. The RE4Industry project uses this flagship event to showcase its amazing results and has developed a fun-learn mobile quiz: 5 questions, 45 seconds, fastest 25 daily winner get a nice price.

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On the road towards a European Common Energy Data Space
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On the road towards a European Common Energy Data Space

OneNet project delivered a report on Cross stakeholder Data Governance for Energy Data Exchange. It was concluded that the majority of the recommendations are yet to be addressed. The deliverable analyses the OneNet system architecture and functional approach from.

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