Renewable Energy

The HERA Group, from local utility to global sustainable development. A unique approach that could change the way utilities do business around the world

Hera Group is an Italian multi-utility that respects the environment while creating shared value to its customers. Hera is one of Italys biggest local utility companies, a leader in energy, waste management, and water services, serving more than 4 million citizens. In 2016 the shared value accounted for 33% of Heras Operating Profit Margin (OPM), approximately 300 million euro. Major highlights include a 7.6% reduction of municipal waste disposal to a landfill (ahead of schedule to comply with the European Union targets set for 2030) H Hera has planned the construction of a biorefinery to to produce bio-methane, also for automotive use, from the end of 2018, and has targeted experimental projects to produce advanced biofuels from prunings and wastewater treatment sludge. The company is investing and introducing new technologies to improve the living conditions in the cities in which operates and the improvement of urban quality through its contribution toward Smart Cities.

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The Italian Energy Audits model: A “cocktail” of best practices that lead to success
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The Italian Energy Audits model: A “cocktail” of best practices that lead to success

Italy is at the top among the virtuous countries in the EU to actuate the energy audits in large enterprises and energy consuming companies. In March this year, I wrote about the how the Italian model could unlock the great energy efficiency potential in the countrys SM.

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Energy Flexibility Initiative from the University of Stuttgart
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Energy Flexibility Initiative from the University of Stuttgart

Stefan Buettner is the head of International Affairs and Strategy at the University of Stuttgart. He says flexibility potentials within the aluminium industry alone add up to 13,200 MWh - equivalent to 1/3 of Germanys total pump storage.

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Energy Data Insights: The Missing “Smart Step” to Better Building Performance
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Energy Data Insights: The Missing “Smart Step” to Better Building Performance

Dexma showed us a new solution based on the insight of the "2 steps to energy efficiency" The solution is mainly targeted for buildings energy performance. In order to decarbonise EU building stock by 2050, the majority of buildings must be highly energy.

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Beverages: Gropper - oil free piston compressor for bottling

The new plant was built from scratch. Staff were able to fully exploit the potential of modern factory planning. Berthold Burgmeier, Head of Technology: efficiency, flexibility and economical energy consumption are important to us. For this reason, both .

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Beverages: Gropper - oil free piston compressor for bottling

Artificial Intelligence in Energy Management Software
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Artificial Intelligence in Energy Management Software

There seems to be broad consensus about the basics of EMS. There is also broad consensus that such a software is a prerequisite for long-term success of energy management. The link between energy management and IIoT is often referred to as the driver for.

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New recording of energy performance contracts (EPCs) in government accounts
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New recording of energy performance contracts (EPCs) in government accounts

Eurostat published new guidance on recording of energy performance contracts in government accounts. This could have a big impact on investments in energy efficiency in the public sector. EPC projects may also include additional services related to efficient energy supply. The Investor Confidence.

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5 steps for a robust energy strategy
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5 steps for a robust energy strategy

Many companies have already developed some kind of energy strategies. But they do not explicitly adress the strategic implications of the global megatrends. To do so, they recommend 5 steps to build a robust energy strategy. The biggest hurdle for many.

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ICP Presentation 2019 (AT)

Das Investor Confidence Project Europe eröffnet den Zugang zu Finanzierungen für den Gebäude-, Industrie-, Energie- und Straßenbeleuchtungsmarkt. F.

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ICP Presentation 2019 (AT)

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Protocol: Targeted Industry & Energy Supply 2018 (GER)

ICP-Protokolle standardisieren die Art und Weise, wie Energieeffizienzprojekte entwickelt. Dieses ZIEL-Industrieprotokoll ist f.

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Protocol: Targeted Industry & Energy Supply 2018 (GER)