Driving Clean Energy Forward: SANY R.E. Marks Milestone in Europe with Serbia's Alibunar Wind Power Project

BEIJING, June 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As the global spotlight turns once again to the urgency of climate action, SANY Renewable Energy is making that commitment tangible, not just in words, but in megawatts. Recently, SANY R.E. signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) and Contract for Difference (CfD) with Serbia's Alibunar Project. More than just a new market entry, the project reflects SANY R.E.'s resolve to drive clean energy solutions where they're needed most.

SANY R.E. Marks Milestone in Europe with Serbia's Alibunar Wind Power Project



The Alibunar project is situated in eastern Serbia, which is one of the country's richest areas for wind resources. Expected to achieve commercial operation in 2028, the project has an operation period of 25 years. With a total installed capacity of 168MW, the project can produce electricity of about 480 million kWh annually after completion. When grid-connected, it will offer Serbia a large amount of clean energy, which will help optimize the local energy structure and reduce the reliance on traditional fossil energy.



The Alibunar project is SANY R.E.'s first investment in Serbia and a milestone in its global clean energy layout. Zhou Fugui, Chairman of SANY R.E., said: "The Alibunar wind project is of great importance to us, marking our entry into the wider European market. We will actively co-operate with local partners and introduce advanced wind power technologies and solutions to help Serbia realize its energy transition and sustainable development goals."

As a leading global provider of wind power solutions, SANY R.E. has been committed to providing efficient and reliable wind power equipment and support. In the process of the project, SANY R.E. will leverage its technical advantages to ensure the efficient advancement and stable operation of the project. Meanwhile, the company's local professional operation and maintenance team will provide comprehensive support for the project.

SANY R.E. has made climate action central to its sustainability strategy, supporting the Paris Agreement goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. In 2024, its wind turbines generated 135.8 billion kWh of electricity, cutting CO₂ emissions by 72.87 million tons — equal to planting 3.3 billion trees. The company also advances eco-friendly turbine design, aiming to raise the recyclability of mainstream models to 95% by 2030, based on 2020 levels.

Looking ahead, SANY R.E. will continue to contribute to the global energy transition by providing high-quality wind power solutions to more countries and regions, collaborating to create a cleaner energy future.

Baseload Power Japan to Champion Geothermal at World Expo Nordic Energy Day

 

Baseload Power Japan, a geothermal energy developer, will put the spotlight on geothermal as a key enabler of Japan’s Green Transformation (GX) at Nordic Energy Day during the World Expo this June.

 

 

“It’s an honor to represent Sweden, Japan, and the promise of geothermal at such a prestigious event,” said Petter Sund, Representative Director of Baseload Power Japan. “Geothermal can deliver clean, stable energy, strengthen resilience, and help revitalize rural communities. That’s why we must accelerate its development.”

 

Situated on the Pacific Ring of Fire, Japan has an estimated 23.5 GW of untapped geothermal potential, the third largest in the world and enough to replace nearly half its nuclear capacity and reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels.

 

The Japanese government plans to more than double geothermal output by 2030 to support its 2050 net-zero goal. However, challenges remain, including grid access, regulatory complexity, and local acceptance, as some hot spring operators worry geothermal may affect water availability. “These concerns matter,” continues Sund. “But done responsibly, geothermal doesn’t compete with onsen culture, it can support it, bringing investment, jobs, and long-term community benefits.”

Baseload’s strategy is rooted in its “Three Ps”: pushing boundaries by exploring overlooked and lower-temperature resources; building project portfolios to scale and reduce risk; and forging long-term partnerships with investors, communities, and technical experts.

Beyond Japan, Baseload recently partnered with Google to develop geothermal projects in Taiwan underscoring growing global interest in this underutilized, 24/7 energy source.

 

“We believe geothermal is the world’s largest untapped renewable,” concludes Sund. “Together with solar and wind, it forms the green triangle we need to power a cleaner future. But to realize its potential, we need to scale it. That takes vision, collaboration, and the courage to challenge convention. At Baseload we like to say `The world has power, let’s switch it on´, and that’s what we’ll be speaking about at Expo in Japan.”

 

 

Agricultural waste can become the clothes of the future

 

Cellulose-based textile materials can make the clothing sector more sustainable. Currently, cellulose-based textiles are mainly made from wood, but a study headed by researchers from Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden points to the possibility of using agricultural waste from wheat and oat. The method is easier and requires fewer chemicals than manufacturing forest-based cellulose, and can enhance the value of waste products from agriculture.

Making clothing from water-intensive cotton has a major impact on the climate. That’s why cellulose from other raw materials has come into focus in recent years as a more resource-smart method of textile production. Up to now, the efforts have concentrated on wood-based cellulose. But in a recently published study, researchers investigated a different path for cellulose fibre manufacture, by using waste products from agriculture, which Sweden has a lot of.

The researchers tested oat husks, wheat straw, potato pulp and sugar beet pulp. Oat husks and wheat straw turned out to work best to develop a pulp, called dissolving pulp, which is used to make clothing.

“With this method, which we further developed in this study, we show that you can make textile pulp from certain agricultural waste products,” says Diana Bernin, Assistant Professor at the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at Chalmers and senior researcher in the study. “This is an important step towards being able to create textiles from waste products instead of using cotton, which isn’t climate-friendly, or wood, a material that we want to use for so many things while also needing to preserve it for the benefit of the climate.”

More sustainable manufacturing with lye

The team used soda pulping as one part of the process. This means that the raw material is boiled in lye, which makes manufacturing more sustainable.

“Lye doesn’t contain any toxins or substances that impact nature,” she explains. “Soda pulping doesn’t work for wood fibres, so making textile pulp from wheat straw and oat husks requires fewer chemicals than making forest-based cellulose. It’s also a simpler procedure, in part because it doesn’t require processing such as chipping and debarking. In addition, it increases the economic value of oats and wheat, when leftovers from their production can be used as raw materials for cellulose extraction.”

Bernin says it is likely that several other agricultural waste products can be used for textile manufacture using the method her team developed. She is currently involved in an international project that has found, using the method in this study, that press-cake from grass from fields works very well to create dissolving pulp.

In continued studies that have yet to be published, the researchers have also taken another step towards practical application of the dissolving pulps, creating textile fibres based on pulp from wheat and the press-cake from grass.

Hope of using existing industries

In the long run, Bernin sees good opportunities to use the pulp-and-paper industry, which already has technology and processes in place, to make dissolving pulp from agricultural waste.

“If we can make use of our existing industry and adjust their processes instead of building new production facilities, we’ve already come a long way,” she says.

The lead author of the study is Joanna Wojtasz, former postdoc at Chalmers and now a researcher at the innovation company Tree To Textile, which is one of the partners in the project.

“The study shows that there is a lot of potential in agricultural waste,” Wojtasz says. “We really shouldn’t disregard the opportunity to use this type of cellulose streams for our future clothing.”

 

More about the study:

The study Producing dissolving pulp from agricultural waste was recently published in the scientific journal RSC Sustainability. The study was funded by Bioinnovation and was conducted in collaboration between Chalmers University of Technology, the innovation company Tree To Textile and IVL Swedish Environmental Research Institute at Bioinnovation’s industrial graduate school Resource-Smart Processes.

Ghana Unveils 5-Pillar Strategy to Transform the Mining Industry

 

Ghana’s Minister of Lands and Natural Resources shared insight into how the strategy will transform the mineral sector at Mining in Motion 2025

ACCRA, Ghana, June 3, 2025/ -- Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, Ghana’s Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, outlined a five-pillar strategy for the country’s mining industry at the Mining in Motion 2025 summit. The strategy is aimed at reforming the sector while empowering artisanal and small-scale mining (ASGM) initiatives. In a presentation during the opening of the summit, Minister Buah underscored how the strategy is designed to address illegal mining, which has significantly impacted the environment. Illegal mining occupies over 16% of the nation's forests, degrading more than 5,500 hectares. As such, the strategy seeks to address this issue by enhancing ASGM developments. ASGM operations have grown to account for 52.1% of Ghana’s total gold exports in 2025, and the strategy aims to further optimize the industry’s expansion. “Of the $4 billion in goods shipped from Ghana in Q1, 2025, 52.1% is from artisanal and small-scale miners - hence the need to ensure that mining is done in a sustainable manner,” stated Minister Buah. The first pillar of the strategy focuses on reforming the licensing regime. According to Minister Buah, the Ministry is currently overhauling the existing Minerals and Mining Act to attract new investments and bring in fresh ASGM players. This includes reviewing and restructuring licenses to ensure they align with Ghana’s national development agenda. “The strategy came into implementation four months ago and we want to ensure we do mining right,” stated Minister Buah. The second pillar centers on enhancing law enforcement. The Ministry is collaborating with various government agencies to intensify the arrest and prosecution of those engaged in illegal mining. This includes the creation of an independent Anti-Illegal Mining Military Task Force and the reorganization of security operations at both district and community levels. Environmental restoration is also a key priority. Under the third pillar, the Ministry has reclaimed eight out of nine forest reserves previously designated as red zones for illegal mining within just four months. Reforestation programs are now underway to restore these degraded areas and ensure long-term environmental sustainability. The fourth pillar emphasizes stakeholder engagement and public education. The Ministry is working closely with traditional authorities, lawmakers, civil society organizations and the general public to promote sustainable practices and encourage collective responsibility in preserving Ghana’s natural resources. “Lack of jobs and skills has been the main cause of illegal mining and we are dealing with this directly by diversifying employment. We want to create over 150,000 new jobs,” stated Minister Buah. The fifth pillar aims to provide alternative livelihoods and job opportunities, especially for youth and individuals previously involved in illegal mining. Through programs such as the National Alternative Employment and Livelihood Program for Illegal Miners; the 1 Million Coders Program; and initiatives by the Youth Employment Agency, the government is offering skills training and employment placement. These efforts are designed to reduce reliance on illegal mining and diversify economic opportunities across the country. The pillars will be achieved through various strategies such as the Ghana Gold Board, the Minerals Development Fund, the Minerals Income Investment Fund, Geofencing of Excavators, the Investment in Geological Investigations of Mineralized Areas, Small-Scale Mining Cooperatives, the Blue Water Initiative, the Tree for Life Initiative and the Anti-Illegal Mining Secretariat. Organized by the Ashanti Green Initiative – led by Oheneba Kwaku Duah, Prince of Ghana’s Ashanti Kingdom – in collaboration with Ghana’s Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, World Bank, and the World Gold Council, with the support of Ghana’s Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, the summit offers unparalleled opportunities to connect with industry leaders. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital & Power.

Eaton and Siemens Energy join forces to provide power and technology to accelerate the delivery of new data center capacity

Integrated modular data center construction will bring capacity online at speed to meet growing global demand for AI and cloud computing


Standardized on-site power generation is key to accelerate the development of new data centers




DUBLIN and BERLIN – Intelligent power management company Eaton, and Siemens Energy, one of the world’s leading energy technology companies, have announced a fast-track approach to building data centers with integrated onsite power. They will address urgent market needs by offering reliable grid-independent energy supplies and standardized modular systems to facilitate swift data center construction and deployment.




The collaboration will enable simultaneous construction of data centers and associated on-site power generation with grid connection and the integration of renewables to meet regional regulatory requirements, if required. This will provide data center owners and developers with choices they don’t have at present to enable them to build and run new data centers.



Siemens Energy’s modular and scalable power plant concept is tailored to the specific needs of data center operators. The standard configuration generates 500 megawatts (MW) of electricity, featuring highly efficient SGT-800 gas turbines, redundancy and additional battery storage systems, ensuring the highest reliability. Based on its modular approach, the size of the plant can be scaled up and down. In the future, it can also operate in a carbon-neutral manner, provided hydrogen is available and part of the data center’s sustainability strategy. The Siemens Energy concept also includes an optional emission-free clean air grid connection to be installed either during construction or as a retrofit. This feature would enable data centers to provide grid services.




Eaton will provide customers with electrical equipment such as medium- and low-voltage switchgear, UPS, busways, structural support, racks and containment systems, engineering services and the software offerings needed to protect and enable IT loads from the medium-voltage grid to the chip and help accelerate building and commissioning data centers with skidded and modular designs.




Cyrille Brisson, global segment leader, Data Centers, Eaton, said: “Our approach of letting customers pick the right balance of energy sources is very flexible and construction to start-up time is swift with options to reduce emissions in both the short and long term. Crucially, our approach offers data center owners and developers the opportunity to build capacity and bring it online fast in any location where they have land available that is close to gas, water and fiber.”

Andreas Pistauer, global head of sales, Siemens Energy’s Gas Services Business Area, said: “We offer hyperscalers, co-locators and investors a unique package, enabling them to reduce the time-to-market by up to two years in many places which leads to significant revenue gains. Our power plant design is built with redundancy, eliminating the need for backup diesel generators, and reducing CO2 emissions by about 50 percent.”

"إيتون" و"سيمنز إينرجي" تتعاونان لتقديم الطاقة والتقنيات بهدف تسريع عملية تسليم السعة المطلوبة في مراكز البيانات الجديدة

إنشاء مراكز البيانات المعيارية المتكاملة من شأنه توفير السعة المطلوبة عبر الإنترنت في وقت سريع لتلبية الطلب العالمي المتزايد على الذكاء الاصطناعي والحوسبة السحابية

توليد الطاقة الموحد في الموقع يُعد أساسيًا لتسريع وتيرة تطوير مراكز بيانات جديدة

دبلن وبرلين – أعلنت شركة "إيتون"، المتخصصة في إدارة الطاقة الذكية، وشركة "سيمنز إينرجي"، إحدى الشركات الرائدة عالميًا في تقنيات الطاقة، عن نهج سريع الوتيرة لإنشاء مراكز بيانات مزودة بطاقة مدمجة في الموقع، حيث يهدف هذا التعاون إلى تلبية احتياجات السوق الملحة من خلال تقديم مصادر طاقة موثوقة ومستقلة عن الشبكة، وتوفير أنظمة معيارية موحدة لتسهيل بناء مراكز البيانات ونشرها في وقت قصير.

وستعمل هذه الشراكة على تمكين البناء الفوري لمراكز البيانات ومحطات توليد الطاقة المرتبطة بها في الموقع مع توفّر إمكانية الربط بالشبكة الكهربائية، ودمج مصادر الطاقة المتجددة للوفاء بالمتطلبات التنظيمية واللوائح الإقليمية، إذا لزم الأمر. كما سيوفر هذا التعاون لأصحاب مراكز البيانات ومطوريها خيارات جديدة لم تكن متاحة أمامهم من قبل؛ ما سيمكنهم من بناء مراكز بيانات جديدة وتشغيلها.

وقد صممت شركة "سيمنز إينرجي" مفهوم محطة توليد الطاقة المعياري والقابل للتطوير خصيصًا لتلبية الاحتياجات المحددة لمشغلي مراكز البيانات. وتُنتج التكوينات القياسية 500 ميجاوات من الكهرباء باستخدام توربينات الغاز SGT-800 عالية الكفاءة، مع وجود أنظمة احتياطية وأنظمة تخزين إضافية للبطاريات؛ ما يضمن أعلى مستويات الكفاءة والموثوقية. يمكن توسيع حجم المحطة أو تقليصه بناءً على هذا النهج المعياري. كما يمكن للمحطات، في المستقبل، العمل بطريقة محايدة للكربون في حال توفر الهيدروجين وكونه جزءًا من استراتيجية استدامة مركز البيانات. يتضمن المفهوم الذي صممته شركة "سيمنز إينرجي" أيضًا خيارًا اختياريًا للربط بالشبكة الهوائية النظيفة والخالية من الانبعاثات، والتي يمكن تركيبها إما أثناء الإنشاء أو خلال التحديث فيما بعد. ستمكّن هذه الميزة مراكز البيانات من تقديم خدمات للشبكة.

ستوفر شركة "إيتون" للعملاء المعدات الكهربائية مثل مفاتيح الجهد المتوسط، ومفاتيح الجهد المنخفض، وأجهزة مانع انقطاع التيار الكهربائي، وماسورات التوزيع، والدعم الهيكلي، والأرفف، وأنظمة الاحتواء. كما ستقدم خدمات هندسية وعروض البرامج اللازمة لحماية أحمال تكنولوجيا المعلومات وتمكينها، بدءًا من شبكة الجهد المتوسط وحتى الشريحة. وستساعد "إيتون" في بناء مراكز البيانات وتشغيلها في وقت أقصر باستخدام التصميمات المعيارية والجاهزة.

وصرح سيريل بريسون، قائد القطاع العالمي لمراكز البيانات في "إيتون"، قائلاً: "يتميز نهجنا بمرونة فائقة، حيث نتيح للعملاء اختيار التوازن الأمثل لمصادر الطاقة، مع تقليص زمن الإنشاء إلى التشغيل إلى أدنى حد ممكن. كما نوفر خيارات فعّالة لتقليل الانبعاثات على المديين القصير والطويل. ويمكّن هذا النهج مطوري مراكز البيانات وأصحابها من بناء السعة التشغيلية وإطلاقها بسرعة أينما توفرت أراضٍ قريبة من مصادر الغاز والمياه والألياف.".

وفي هذا الصدد، صرّح أندرياس بيستاور، الرئيس العالمي للمبيعات في قطاع خدمات الغاز بشركة "سيمنز إينرجي"، قائلًا: "نقدم لعمالقة الحوسبة السحابية، ومزودي خدمات الاستضافة المشتركة، والمستثمرين، حلاً مبتكرًا يُمكّنهم من تسريع الوصول إلى السوق بما يصل إلى عامين في العديد من المواقع، حيث يُترجم إلى مكاسب ملموسة في الإيرادات. ويتميز تصميم محطات الطاقة لدينا بدعم احتياطي متكامل، يلغي الحاجة إلى مولدات الديزل التقليدية، ويُسهم في خفض انبعاثات ثاني أكسيد الكربون بنسبة تصل إلى 50٪."

Trinasolar releases 2024 Sustainability Report highlighting circular innovation, low-carbon manufacturing, and social impact

 

 

 

Dubai, May 29^th: Trinasolar, a global leader in smart PV and energy storage solutions, has officially released its 2024 Sustainability Report, showcasing key ESG advancements in innovation, sustainable manufacturing, supply chain transparency, social responsibility, and corporate governance.

 

While achieving remarkable milestones in solar and energy storage technology, Trinasolar demonstrates more than just world-leading innovation. Through the 2024 Sustainability Report, Trinasolar emphasizes its dedication to seizing opportunities and managing risks in the journey toward sustainable development.

 

The full 2024 Sustainability Report is available at https://www.trinasolar.com/en-glb/esg/download

 

Customer-centric, scenario-oriented solutions

In 2024, Trinasolar launched scenario-based solutions designed to meet the demands of diverse environments. These innovations tackle challenges in extreme conditions such as deserts, high humidity, strong winds, and severe weather, ensuring reliable performance and safeguarding customer value. By integrating solar projects into natural settings like deserts, farmlands, and fisheries, Trinasolar achieves a synergy between ecological preservation and economic returns.

By year-end 2024, Trinasolar’s cumulative global shipments of PV modules surpassed 260 GW, reducing CO2e emissions by approximately 349.95 million tonnes worldwide, the equivalent of planting 19.1 billion trees. These efforts support energy transitions in diverse applications while helping build a sustainable future on a global scale.

 

A leader in sustainable solar

In 2024, Trinasolar reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable manufacturing, earning multiple third-party recognitions, including an MSCI rating of BBB, a Wind ESG rating of A, and a Sustainable Fitch rating “2.”

 Its “SOLAR” sustainability management philosophy is embedded throughout operations, with notable progress in emissions reductions, water conservation, and circular practices:

• On-site PV generation increased by 64%, reaching 223,794 MWh in 2024.
• 12 products received carbon footprint certifications from UL, EPD International, and Certisolis
• The Yancheng Dafeng facility earned “Zero Carbon” and “Zero Waste Landfil” certifications from TÜV Rheinland
• The Yiwu facility received a four-star “Zero Carbon” factory certification
• GHG emissions intensity per unit decreased by 36.44% (cells) and 65.55% (modules) compared to 2020
• Water consumption intensity fell 86.85% (cells) and 67.68% (modules) over the same period
• Trinasolar introduced the world’s first fully recycled PV module and recycled over 2,200 tons of packaging materials.

Gao Jifan, Chairman and CEO of Trinasolar, emphasized, “Green development is an integral part of Trinasolar's core principles. We are committed to providing green energy products and actively addressing climate change across our entire value chain.”

 

A digital, traceable supply chain

In 2024, Trinasolar enhanced supply chain governance by leveraging its Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) platform and big data tools to map suppliers and launch a digital ESG performance system. This platform enables multi-tier classification and data-driven ESG rankings while enhancing traceability for carbon footprints, critical materials, and conflict minerals.

• The CSR Code of Conduct signing rate among suppliers rose from 95.67% to 98.41%
• Certifications obtained include:
• SA8000 for social accountability
• TÜV Rheinland AA rating for full-chain traceability
• Silver Certification of the Solar Stewardship Initiative (SSI) ESG Standard for two major production sites
• The company targets 100% traceability for key raw materials within three years

 

Empowering communities and the future

In 2024, Trinasolar had invested approximately 2.2 million USD in community development and charitable initiatives, demonstrating its commitment to fostering social well-being and empowering local communities. Internally, the company increased its investment in occupational health and safety by 34%.

Trinasolar also deepened collaboration with global academic institutions including:

• Fudan University
• Universidad Politécnica de Madrid
• A*STAR Singapore
• Nanyang Technological University (NTU)
• Centro Universitário Facens

ترينا سولار تكشف عن تقرير الاستدامة لعام 2024: ابتكار دائري وتصنيع منخفض الكربون لأثر اجتماعي إيجابي

دبي؛ 29 مايو: كشفت ترينا سولار، الشركة الرائدة عالمياً في مجال التكنولوجيا الكهروضوئية الذكية وحلول تخزين الطاقة، اليوم رسمياً عن إصدار تقرير الاستدامة الخاص بها لعام 2024، الذي يسلط الضوء على أبرز التطورات البيئية والمجتمعية والحوكمة التي تم تحقيقها في مجالات الابتكار والتصنيع المستدام وشفافية سلسلة التوريد والمسؤولية المجتمعية وحوكمة الشركات.

وأظهرت الشركة إمكانات رائدة عالمياً في مجال الابتكار، إلى جانب تحقيق إنجازات استثنائية في مجالات تكنولوجيا الطاقة الشمسية وتخزين الطاقة. وتؤكد ترينا سولار في تقرير الاستدامة لعام 2024 التزامها الراسخ باغتنام الفرص وإدارة المخاطر خلال مسيرتها لتحقيق أهداف التنمية المستدامة.

حلول موجهة تركز على تلبية احتياجات العملاء

أطلقت ترينا سولار في عام 2024 حلولاً مصممة لتلبية متطلبات البيئات المتنوعة. وتسهم هذه الابتكارات في معالجة مجموعة من التحديات القائمة في الظروف القاسية، مثل البيئة الصحراوية والرطوبة المرتفعة والرياح القوية والأحوال الجوية الصعبة، مما يضمن موثوقية الأداء وحماية القيمة للعملاء. كما نجحت الشركة في الجمع بين الحفاظ على البيئة وتحقيق العوائد الاقتصادية من خلال دمج مشاريع الطاقة الشمسية ضمن المواقع الطبيعية، مثل الصحاري والأراضي الزراعية ومزارع الأسماك.

ومع نهاية عام 2024، تجاوز إجمالي الشحنات العالمية المجمعة للشركة 260 جيجاواط، مما ساهم بتخفيض الانبعاثات الكربونية بحوالي 349.95 مليون طن حول العالم، وهو ما يعادل زراعة 19.1 مليار شجرة. وتدعم هذه الجهود عمليات تحول الطاقة في مختلف الاستخدامات، وتساعد على بناء مستقبل مستدام على الصعيد العالمي.

دور رائد في مجال الطاقة الشمسية المستدامة

أكدت ترينا سولار في عام 2024 التزامها بالتصنيع المستدام، لتنال العديد من التكريمات المقدمة من كيانات مختلفة، بما فيها الحصول على تصنيف BBB وفق مؤشر إم إس سي آي-MSCI ، وتصنيف الدرجة A وفق مقياس ويند إي إس جي للمسؤولية البيئية والمجتمعية والحوكمة، بالإضافة إلى تصنيف 2 من ساستنبل فيتش.

 وتجسد الشركة رؤيتها لمفهوم إدارة الاستدامة في قطاع الطاقة الشمسية في مختلف عملياتها، إلى جانب تحقيق تقدم ملحوظ في جهود تخفيض الانبعاثات الكربونية وترشيد استهلاك المياه والممارسات الدائرية:

• ارتفع معدل توليد الطاقة الشمسية الكهروضوئية في الموقع بنسبة 64%، لتصل إلى 223,794 ميجاواط ساعي في عام 2024.
• حصول 12 منتجاً على شهادات البصمة الكربونية من يو إل وشركة سيرتيسوليس، بالإضافة إلى شهادة إعلان المنتج البيئي العالمية.
• نالت منشأة الشركة الموجودة في يانشينج دافينج شهادات "المصنع الخالي من الكربون" و"المكب الخالي من الكربون" المقدمة من مؤسسة تي يو في راينلاند.
• حصل مصنع الشركة في مدينة ييوو على شهادة "المصنع الخالي من الكربون".
• تراجعت كثافة انبعاثات غازات الدفيئة لكل وحدة بنسبة 36.44% (بالنسبة للخلايا) و65.55% (بالنسبة للوحدات) بالمقارنة مع عام 2020.
• انخفضت كثافة استهلاك المياه بنسبة 86.85% (بالنسبة للخلايا) و67.68% (بالنسبة للوحدات) خلال الفترة ذاتها.
• أطلقت ترينا سولار أول وحدات كهروضوئية في العالم معاد تصنيعها بالكامل، حيث أعادت تصنيع أكثر من 2,200 طن من مواد التعبئة والتغليف.

وتعليقاً على هذا الموضوع، قال جاو جيفان، رئيس مجلس الإدارة والرئيس التنفيذي لشركة ترينا سولار: "تمثل عمليات التطوير الصديقة للبيئة جزءاً هاماً من مبادئ الشركة الأساسية. ونؤكد التزامنا بتوفير منتجات طاقة صديقة للبيئة، والعمل على معالجة التغير المناخي على امتداد سلسلة القيمة الخاصة بنا".

سلسلة توريد رقمية وقابلة للتتبع

طورت ترينا سولار في عام 2024 حوكمة سلسلة التوريد من خلال الاستفادة من منصة إدارة العلاقات مع الموردين الخاصة بها وأدوات البيانات الضخمة من أجل تحديد الموردين وإطلاق نظام أداء رقمي للمسؤولية البيئية والمجتمعية والحوكمة. وتتيح هذه المنصة الحصول على تصنيف متعدد المستويات وتصنيفات المسؤولية البيئية والمجتمعية والحوكمة القائمة على البيانات، مع تعزيز إمكانية تتبع البصمات الكربونية والمواد الأساسية.

• ارتفع معدل توقيع الموردين على ميثاق قواعد سلوك المسؤولية المجتمعية للشركات من 95.67% إلى 98.41%.
• وتشمل أبرز الشهادات التي تم الحصول عليها:
• شهادة SA8000 للمساءلة الاجتماعية
• تصنيف AA لتتبع سلسلة التوريد من مؤسسة تي يو في راينلاند
• الشهادة الفضية لمبادرة الإشراف على الطاقة الشمسية ومعايير المسؤولية البيئية والمجتمعية والحوكمة، والتي مُنحت لاثنين من مواقع الإنتاج الرئيسية
• تهدف الشركة إلى الوصول إلى نسبة تتبع كاملة للمواد الخام الرئيسية خلال ثلاث سنوات.

تمكين المجتمعات وإرساء مستقبل مشرق

استثمرت ترينا سولار في عام 2024 حوالي 2.2 مليون دولار أمريكي في تنمية المجتمع والمبادرات الخيرية، مما يؤكد التزامها بتعزيز رفاهية المجتمع وتمكين المجتمعات المحلية. وعلى الصعيد الداخلي، عملت الشركة على زيادة استثماراتها في مجال الصحة والسلامة المهنية بنسبة 34%.

كما عززت الشركة تعاونها مع مؤسسات أكاديمية عالمية تشمل جامعة فودان، جامعة مدريد التقنية، وكالة العلوم والتكنولوجيا والأبحاث في سنغافورة، جامعة نانيانج التقنية، وكلية الهندسة في سوروكابا.

التطلعات المستقبلية

يعكس تقرير الاستدامة لعام 2024 التزام ترينا سولار الراسخ بالنمو المستدام، إلى جانب إرساء الركائز الأساسية للتميز المستمر في مجال المسؤولية البيئية والمجتمعية والحوكمة. وانطلاقاً من دورها الرائد عالمياً في مجال الطاقة النظيفة، تواصل ترينا سولار منح الأولوية للابتكار والشفافية والتعاون بهدف بناء مستقبل أكثر استدامة وشمولية.

للاطلاع على تقرير الاستدامة لعام 2024 بالكامل، يرجى زيارة الموقع الإلكتروني:

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Valmet supports Hamburger Containerboard Dunaújvaros in Hungary in long-term plant development with two deliveries

 

Valmet Oyj trade press release, May 28, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. EEST

Valmet will deliver an additive feeding system upgrade and a redundant steam reduction station system to Hamburger Containerboard Dunaújvaros in Hungary. Together, the deliveries will support the customer in their long-term plant development targets by improving the power boiler availability and environmental performance, as well as enabling participation in the growing electricity reserve market, respectively.

The order for the additive feeding system upgrade was included in Valmet's orders received of the first quarter 2025. The order for the steam reduction station system is included in Valmet’s orders received of the second quarter 2025. The value of the orders will not be disclosed. The installations are scheduled to take place during the mill’s annual shutdown in autumn 2025.

“We are happy that our cooperation with Valmet leads to great initiatives such as these two projects. Together, we will push our performance forward by enabling better boiler availability and production flexibility, as well as increasing our business opportunities in the growing electricity reserve market,” says Dániel Panyi, Project Manager at Hamburger Containerboard Dunaújvaros.

“We have successfully worked with the Dunaújvaros mill since the delivery and start-up of the Valmet CFB Boiler in 2015. Our long-term service agreement paves the road for joint development projects, and we are proud to continue the shared journey with the customer,” says Sampo Smolander, Sales Manager, Energy Services, EMEA, Valmet.

Delivery’s technical information

The delivery will include an additive feeding system upgrade with a new calcium hydroxide silo and a redundant steam reduction station system for turbine bypass.

The upgrade will improve the acid gas removal from the boiler’s flue gases. In the future, the two redundant lines will provide non-stop service and better environmental performance. In addition, a new 100 m3 silo will be delivered to increase the storage capacity for calcium hydroxide.

As for the other delivery, the customer wants to participate in the automatic Frequency Restoration Reserve (aFRR), a process for restoring the frequency and power balance in the power grid. To do so, they must be able to offer a down capacity to the electricity network while keeping the necessary boiler load for their cardboard production. Thus, they will need to install a high-pressure steam reduction station to handle the excessive steam flow.

Both deliveries include engineering and manufacturing new equipment with necessary piping and valves, project management and site supervision, plant automation system changes, installation work, and commissioning.

About the customer

Hamburger Hungaria Ltd., part of Prinzhorn Group, is a leading brown containerboard paper manufacturer in Europe. With its two production lines in Dunaújvaros, the company produces 700,000 tons of recycled containerboard paper each year. In connection with the board mill, Hamburger Containerboard Dunaújvaros operates a Valmet CFB Boiler to produce process steam and electricity needed for the containerboard production.

Sungrow and Globeleq Sign Term Sheet for the Red Sands BESS - Africa's Largest Standalone Battery Energy Storage System

MUNICH, May 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sungrow, a global leading PV inverter and energy storage provider, and Globeleq, a leading independent power producer in Africa, are pleased to announce the signing of BESS supply and a 15-year long term service term sheet for the 153MW / 612MWh Red Sands BESS project in South Africa.

The Red Sands BESS project is part of South Africa's inaugural Battery Energy Storage Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (BESIPPPP) and is located in the Northern Cape, about 100km southeast of Upington. It will be the largest standalone battery energy storage system in Africa.

Red Sands BESS will use approximately 5 hectares (12 acres) and will connect to the grid through the Eskom Garona substation. The project is strategically positioned to support South Africa's power system by delivering critical services such as load shifting and grid stabilization, facilitating the integration of renewable energy sources, and addressing ongoing energy supply challenges. 

Under the signed term sheet, Sungrow will supply its state-of-the-art PowerTitan 2.0 liquid-cooled energy storage system and will provide comprehensive Operations & Maintenance (O&M) services under a 15-year contract with Globeleq's Red Sands BESS project, ensuring long-term reliability, efficiency, and optimal project performance.

The Red Sands BESS project is expected to reach financial close in 2025 and will begin operations in 2027.

Paolo de Michelis Globeleq's Head of Renewables said, "We are excited to sign the Supply and 15-year Long Term Service Agreement term sheets with Sungrow for our 153MW/612MWh Red Sands BESS project in South Africa, the largest stand-alone battery energy storage project in Sub-Saharan Africa to date. Developing BESS projects involves navigating complex challenges and requires a strategic long-term commitment from all project partners to ensure the project's success. Sungrow's track record in South Africa, high-quality technology and competitiveness will be instrumental in overcoming these challenges and delivering a reliable project and stable grid."

About Globeleq

Globeleq, which is owned 70% by British International Investment and 30% by Norfund, is the leading developer, owner and operator of electricity generation in Africa. Since 2002, its experienced team of professionals have built a diverse portfolio of independent power plants, generating 1,794 MW in 17 locations across 7 countries, with a further 485 MW in construction and more than 2,000 MW of power projects in development

About Sungrow

Sungrow, a global leader in renewable energy technology, has pioneered sustainable power solutions for over 28 years. As of December 2024, Sungrow has installed 740 GW of power electronic converters worldwide. The Company is recognized as the world's No. 1 on PV inverter shipments (S&P Global Commodity Insights) and the world's most bankable energy storage company (BloombergNEF). Its innovations power clean energy projects in over 180 countries, supported by a network of 520 service outlets guaranteeing excellent customer experience. At Sungrow, we're committed to bridging to a sustainable future through cutting-edge technology and unparalleled service. For more information, please visit: www.sungrowpower.com.

MUNICH, May 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sungrow, a global leading PV inverter and energy storage provider, and Globeleq, a leading independent power producer in Africa, are pleased to announce the signing of BESS supply and a 15-year long term service term sheet for the 153MW / 612MWh Red Sands BESS project in South Africa.

The Red Sands BESS project is part of South Africa's inaugural Battery Energy Storage Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (BESIPPPP) and is located in the Northern Cape, about 100km southeast of Upington. It will be the largest standalone battery energy storage system in Africa.

Red Sands BESS will use approximately 5 hectares (12 acres) and will connect to the grid through the Eskom Garona substation. The project is strategically positioned to support South Africa's power system by delivering critical services such as load shifting and grid stabilization, facilitating the integration of renewable energy sources, and addressing ongoing energy supply challenges. 

Under the signed term sheet, Sungrow will supply its state-of-the-art PowerTitan 2.0 liquid-cooled energy storage system and will provide comprehensive Operations & Maintenance (O&M) services under a 15-year contract with Globeleq's Red Sands BESS project, ensuring long-term reliability, efficiency, and optimal project performance.

The Red Sands BESS project is expected to reach financial close in 2025 and will begin operations in 2027.

Paolo de Michelis Globeleq's Head of Renewables said, "We are excited to sign the Supply and 15-year Long Term Service Agreement term sheets with Sungrow for our 153MW/612MWh Red Sands BESS project in South Africa, the largest stand-alone battery energy storage project in Sub-Saharan Africa to date. Developing BESS projects involves navigating complex challenges and requires a strategic long-term commitment from all project partners to ensure the project's success. Sungrow's track record in South Africa, high-quality technology and competitiveness will be instrumental in overcoming these challenges and delivering a reliable project and stable grid."

About Globeleq

Globeleq, which is owned 70% by British International Investment and 30% by Norfund, is the leading developer, owner and operator of electricity generation in Africa. Since 2002, its experienced team of professionals have built a diverse portfolio of independent power plants, generating 1,794 MW in 17 locations across 7 countries, with a further 485 MW in construction and more than 2,000 MW of power projects in development

About Sungrow

Sungrow, a global leader in renewable energy technology, has pioneered sustainable power solutions for over 28 years. As of December 2024, Sungrow has installed 740 GW of power electronic converters worldwide. The Company is recognized as the world's No. 1 on PV inverter shipments (S&P Global Commodity Insights) and the world's most bankable energy storage company (BloombergNEF). Its innovations power clean energy projects in over 180 countries, supported by a network of 520 service outlets guaranteeing excellent customer experience. At Sungrow, we're committed to bridging to a sustainable future through cutting-edge technology and unparalleled service. For more information, please visit: www.sungrowpower.com.

Henkel and Sasol Collaborate to Deliver Lower Carbon Emission Adhesives

Driving sustainability in the consumer goods market

Collaboration leverages Sasol's advanced wax innovation to reduce carbon emissions across Henkel's adhesive value chain

DÜSSELDORF, Germany, May 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Henkel, a global leader in adhesives, sealants and functional coatings, and Sasol, a global leader in Fischer-Tropsch technology, have announced a strategic partnership focused on reducing the environmental impact of hot melt adhesives. Through the integration of Sasol's newly developed SASOLWAX LC product range into Henkel's TECHNOMELT® portfolio for the European, Indian, Middle Eastern and African markets, Henkel is delivering advanced adhesive solutions with a reduced carbon emission impact, for consumer goods packaging manufacturers.

SASOLWAX LC100, produced via Sasol's enhanced Fischer-Tropsch process, delivers a 35 percent reduction in Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) cradle-to-gate compared to proven baseline formulas without compromising on performance. As a drop-in replacement in Henkel's legacy formulations, it enables seamless adoption across production lines while aligning with Henkel's ambition to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions by 30 percent by 2030 (base year 2021).

The partnership reflects both companies' alignment with the Science Based Target initiative and commitment to credible sustainability practices. The PCF methodology applied to entire SASOLWAX value chain is rigorously developed and independently reviewed to comply with ISO 14040, 14044, and 14067 standards, ensuring transparency and trust in environmental claims.

"This partnership exemplifies how innovation in material science can enable measurable benefits for our customers," said Corbett Wallace, Corporate Vice President, Consumer Goods, Henkel Adhesive Technologies. "As demand grows for more sustainable consumer goods, our collaboration with Sasol allows brands to achieve their environmental goals without trade-offs in quality or performance. Together, we are enabling smarter, more responsible choices across the value chain."

"We are proud to join forces with Henkel in this strategic partnership, marking a key milestone on our aligned path to a more sustainable future," said David Mokomela, Senior Vice President Chemicals Marketing & Sales at Sasol. "The SASOLWAX LC range, with 35 percent PCF reduction, is only the first step in a broader roadmap toward further significant reductions. As our products are designed as drop-in alternatives, the market can quickly benefit from the next steps in carbon footprint reduction."

TECHNOMELT® adhesives are widely used in applications ranging from food and beverage packaging to hygiene and personal care products. With the incorporation of SASOLWAX LC100, Henkel empowers its partners to improve product sustainability at the material level, supporting consumer brands in delivering on their climate commitments and strengthening supply chain transparency.

The partnership includes further exploration of renewable and recycled inputs, supported by Sasol's adaptable synthesis capabilities and joint efforts toward sustainable innovation.

About Henkel

Djibouti Pursues Vision 2035 as Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Joins African Energy Week (AEW) 2025

The country strives to achieve universal access to electricity by 2035 as part of its national energy and development vision

CAPE TOWN, South Africa, May 16, 2025/ -- Yonis Ali Guedi, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources of the Republic of Djibouti, will speak at this year’s edition of the African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2025 conference. Taking place September 29 to October 3 in Cape Town, the conference unites global financiers and project developers with African governments and state-owned corporations, fostering collaboration and dealmaking in line with the respective energy goals of African nations.  Djibouti, serving as a gateway to international markets for several landlocked countries in East and Central Africa, is affirming its position as a trade corridor while scaling-up its own energy development. Under its Vision 2035 – a long-term strategic vision for the economy – the country aims to leverage is geostrategic position to support global and African trade. The country will achieve this by fostering regional integration and globalization with a view to creating a single Djibouti-Ethiopia-South Sudan-Somalia and Eritrea trade network. AEW: Invest in African Energies – as the largest event of its kind on the continent – supports this goal by uniting continental actors under one roof. AEW: Invest in African Energies is the platform of choice for project operators, financiers, technology providers and government, and has emerged as the official place to sign deals in African energy. Visit http://www.AECWeek.com for more information about this exciting event. Beyond trade, Vision 2035 outlines a goal to produce 100% of the country’s electricity from renewable energy resources by 2035. At present, the country relies heavily on power imports, with interconnections with neighboring Ethiopia providing a crucial source of power to sustain the economy. Approximately 70% of Djibouti’s power is imported from Ethiopia, one of the biggest renewable energy producers in Africa. To enhance imports even further, the two countries are developing the Ethiopia-Djibouti Interconnection Project II – the second phase of the existing interconnection project which has been operating for ten years. The second phase will increase imports by 30%, reducing fossil fuel reliance in Djibouti. In addition to imports, Djibouti is developing its own renewable energy projects. The country inaugurated its first wind farm in 2023: the 60 MW Red Sea Power facility. The project comprises a 220 MVA substation and 5 km of overhead transmission lines, connecting the facility with the Electricite de Djibouti substation. The country also signed an agreement with renewable energy firm AMEA Power in 2023 to develop a 25 MW solar photovoltaic project in the Grand Bara area near the capital city Djibouti. A 25-year power purchase agreement is in place with the government, with the project being developed under a Build-Own Operate and Transfer model. Following completion, the project will be the first solar independent power project in the country. The project is currently in the planning stage. Stepping into this picture, AEW: Invest in African Energies 2025 offers a unique opportunity for the country to showcase its energy opportunities while connecting with global investors. The event is the premier platform for the African energy sector and takes place under a mandate of making energy poverty history by 2030. This aligns closely with the goals of Djibouti and Minister Guedi’s participation further underscores the commitment by the country to securing investment and driving energy development. “Djibouti is taking advantage of its strategic location at the horn of Africa to strengthen Africa-global trade and exports. While the country does not have any domestic oil and gas resources as of yet, Djibouti is leveraging its renewable energy resources to improve electricity capacity and drive impactful economic growth. By participating at AEW: Invest in African Energies 2025, Minister Guedi is committing to working with regional and international partners to realize the country’s energy and trade goals,” states Tomás Gerbasio, VP Commercial and Strategic Engagement, African Energy Chamber. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber.