Team Europe invests €12 billion in South Africa's green energy transition

(ASEAN) Brazil is eyeing a potential collaboration with ASEAN to boost biofuel production, aiming to reduce reliance on other energy-producing countries and accelerate decarbonisation efforts, according to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. He said biofuels represent a cost-effective and rapidly deployable solution for decarbonising a wide range of sectors from light vehicles to aviation and maritime transport, and has the potential to reduce emissions makes them a key component of the global clean energy transition. "(The potential) for expanding (collaboration with) Southeast Asia is immense. Together, we can create global biofuel markets based on sustainability parameters developed by the Global South instead of standards imposed by richer countries,” he said. Lula was speaking at the Leader Fireside Chat session, moderated by ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN-BAC) Indonesia chairman Anindya Novyan Bakrie, during the ASEAN Business and Investment Summit (ABIS) 2025 held at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre here Oct 26. The event coincided with 47th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits taking place from today at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. Lula also called on ASEAN countries to take part in the 30th Conference of the Parties (COP 30) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) held in Belem, Brazil, from Nov 10-21, 2025. "l'd like to invite all ASEAN countries to attend COP 30. I hope that all ASEAN countries are able to contribute. "This is going to be a definitive moment in relation to our world leaders, and a call to action to adopt declarations with practical propositions and a road map on how we can increase climate financing to USD1.3 trillion (USD1 = RM4.22),” he said. Furthermore, he also highlighted Brazil’s new collaboration with Malaysia in a semiconductor programme which is going to incentivise the sector through financing and tax breaks for Brazilian and Malaysian researchers. "Through the partnership, we are going to collaborate on the development of new materials for manufacturing chips. Brazilian and Malaysian companies are going to work together in the implementation of semiconductor plants in the south of Brazil,” he added. Lula was among the high-profile leaders who attended the opening ceremony of the summit, hosted by Prime Minister and ASEAN Chair 2025, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. #biofuel #production #decarbonisation #semiconductor #manufacturing

Industrialization often comes at the expense of the environment. AIIP is charting a different path by proving that Africa’s industrial revolution can also be a green revolution. Renewable Energy at the Core AIIP is designed to integrate renewable energy solutions into its infrastructure. Solar power, small-scale hydro, and wind integration are projected to cut operating costs by 25%, while reducing carbon emissions significantly. Waste-to-Value Systems The Park is pioneering circular economy models, where industrial by-products are recycled into new inputs. For example, agricultural residues from agro-processing plants will be converted into biomass energy, while plastic waste will feed recycling plants. Green Buildings and Smart Infrastructure Residential and commercial properties within AIIP are designed with energy-efficient systems, water recycling, and sustainable materials. These not only lower operational costs but also ensure long-term durability. Sustainable Transport Networks By integrating electric vehicle infrastructure and rail-linked logistics, AIIP is positioning itself as Nigeria’s first industrial hub with low-carbon mobility options. Building for the Next Generation Sustainability is not a side initiative — it is central to AIIP’s design. The Park proves that Africa’s industrial future can grow without sacrificing environmental responsibility. #AIIP

Green hydrogen-based fertiliser project in Paraguay gets green light for $100m of finance from the IFC – Hydrogen Insight https://ift.tt/jA62ug5 Green hydrogen-based fertiliser project in Paraguay gets green light for $100m of finance from the IFC  Hydrogen Insight Source link The post Green hydrogen-based fertiliser project in Paraguay gets green light for $100m of finance from the IFC – Hydrogen Insight appeared first on H2Invest.io. via Green Hydrogen Archives - H2Invest.io https://ift.tt/2RnMicT October 30, 2025 at 07:00PM

#sustainability "MOL cuts methane slip Mitsui O.S.K. lines (MOL), Kanadevia and Yanmar power solutions have achieved a 98% reduction in methane slip during onboard trials of LNG-fuelled vessels – significantly exceeding the initial 70% target. The demonstration, part of Japan’s green innovation fund project led by the new energy and industrial technology development organization, began in May 2025 on routes including between Japan and Australia.   The project combines methane oxidation catalysts with engine design to reduce unburned methane emissions, which has a higher greenhouse effect than CO2. It follows earlier land-based tests that achieved 93.8% reduction at full load and earned certification from 'ClassNK'. Onboard trials will continue through FY2026, with social implementation targeted for FY2027. (js)" https://lnkd.in/dDex9M_n

𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻 (𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗣) – 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗗𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗜𝘁 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀? Today, the European Commission unveiled the 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻 (𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗣), a strategic roadmap to accelerate the energy transition in aviation and maritime transport. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲: • 𝗧𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁: Achieve 𝟮𝟬 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗯𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟯𝟱, including approximately 𝟭𝟯.𝟮 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝗶𝗼𝗳𝘂𝗲𝗹𝘀 and 𝟲.𝟴 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗲-𝗳𝘂𝗲𝗹𝘀 • €𝟮.𝟵 𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝗨 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟳, via InvestEU and the Innovation Fund. • €𝟯𝟬𝟬 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗵𝘆𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗲𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 through the European Hydrogen Bank. • 𝗗𝗼𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗲-𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗲-𝗦𝗔𝗙, designed to provide revenue certainty for producers and cost predictability for buyers, reducing market risk and accelerating scale-up 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗗𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀? • 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘆: STIP reinforces existing mandates under ReFuelEU Aviation and FuelEU Maritime, reducing legal uncertainty. • 𝗗𝗲-𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗺𝘀: Proposed tools such as revenue certainty and long-term offtake models will make financing e-fuel plants more attractive. • 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆: Early investors can benefit from subsidies and first-mover advantages, while SAF blending mandates will rise sharply 𝗕𝗼𝘁𝘁𝗼𝗺 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗲: STIP is an investment signal. Companies and financiers should now assess how these measures impact CAPEX planning, site selection, and long-term supply agreements. Find the full commission communication here: https://lnkd.in/eeadZ28y #STIP #EnergyLaw #Aviation #REDIII #ReFuelEU #SustainableAviationFuel #RFNBO #ClimateLaw #Germany #FitFor55 Norton Rose Fulbright Katie Knight Martin Bercott Dr. Valerian von Richthofen Markus Radbruch Dr. Klaus Bader Dr. Wenzel Richter Annabelle Wheeler Serena Or Martina Glaser Karsten Kühnle Ben Carrozzi

Topsoe to supply 55MW SOEC for Spanish green hydrogen-based methanol plant. By Charlie Currie Topsoe will supply a 55MW solid oxide electrolyser (SOEC) system for a Spanish green hydrogen-based e-methanol project. The Danish technology firm said the system would be used at Forestal del Atlántico’s Triskelion project in Galicia, which is expected to produce 57,000 tonnes of e-methanol per year. The project secured a €49m ($57.1m) grant from the EU Innovation Fund and will combine green hydrogen with around 78,000 tonnes of captured carbon dioxide to produce the low-carbon chemical. https://lnkd.in/dUTt39Q8

This is indeed news - Verdalia Bioenergy secures 671 M EUR to expand biomethane production in Spain and Italy.

Through its Team Europe initiative, the EU and its member states are coordinating efforts to finance projects across energy, sustainable infrastructure, digital connectivity, and pharmaceuticals-building on the €4.7 billion Global Gateway investment launched earlier in 2025. This funding will boost green growth and industrial development, with flagship projects including the Coega Green Ammonia initiative and local biomanufacturing facilities producing vaccines, reinforcing South Africa’s role in the global clean energy and health value chains. Further reading: https://lnkd.in/d3s6HvWA #JustEnergyTransition #SouthAfrica #GlobalGateway #Sustainability #EU #GreenEconomy

🌊⚙️ Game-Changer for Green Shipping! Honeywell UOP Training has unveiled a new “biocrude upgrading” technology that turns forest and agricultural waste into renewable fuels — including marine fuel compatible with existing ship engines. 🌱🚢 According to the Financial Times, the shipping industry contributes about 3% of global greenhouse-gas emissions, fueling the race for innovative clean energy solutions. 💰 The challenge: high production costs (US $1,100–1,300 per ton) and sustainable biomass sourcing. ✅ The opportunity: a massive leap toward decarbonised maritime transport and circular bio-energy systems. 🌍 For leaders in maritime, mining, tech, and ESG, especially across Africa, this breakthrough opens doors to: Partnerships in renewable fuel and green tech supply chains ESG-driven investment and sustainability consulting opportunities Strengthened positioning in global climate-aligned logistics 🔗 Read the full newsletter or sign up for weekly insights here: https://lnkd.in/eqtgDriw 🚀 Exciting news! ShipsDNA is now on YouTube 🎥 — follow us for a visual take on the week’s maritime headlines. https://lnkd.in/dJbyfegF 🎧 Prefer to listen? Tune in to the ShipsDNA Podcast and catch the latest edition on the go → https://lnkd.in/ddfkPBU7 #MaritimeInnovation #GreenShipping #Decarbonisation #RenewableFuels #Honeywell #BlueEconomy #CleanEnergy #SustainableShipping #ESG #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #ClimateAction #NetZero #MaritimeIndustry #ShippingNews #MarineFuels #EnergyTransition #Innovation #TechForGood #FutureOfShipping #GreenTech #Cleantech #RenewableEnergy #GlobalTrade #AfricaMaritime #PortDevelopment #EnvironmentalSustainability #ShippingIndustry #Logistics #MaritimeAfrica #GreenLogistics #EnergyEfficiency #LowCarbonShipping #SmartPorts #BlueEconomyAfrica #OceanTech #MarineInnovation

The path to decarbonising Asia’s energy systems will not be powered by a single solution — but by a portfolio of technologies such as carbon capture and storage, biomethane, hydrogen, advanced biofuels, enabled by strong policies, regional cooperation and private capital. At the panel discussion on “𝘛𝘦𝘤𝘩𝘯𝘰𝘭𝘰𝘨𝘺 𝘗𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘈𝘴𝘪𝘢’𝘴 𝘌𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘨𝘺 𝘍𝘶𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦” at #SIEW2025, Kelvin Wong, 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆, 𝗥𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘄𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 at DBS, shared how novel financing tools can accelerate Asia’s clean energy ambitions: 💡 Driving regional connectivity: Private capital can unlock projects like the ASEAN Power Grid, though differing market structures and stages of deregulations across ASEAN remain a key hurdle. 💡 Innovating finance: Green loans and blended finance can fund interconnectors but success depends on policy alignment and long-term stability across markets. 💡 De-risking newly commercialised technologies: To attract investors, emerging low-carbon projects need predictable returns backed by long-term contracts with creditworthy counterparties both on the feedstock supply and the offtake. DBS is at the forefront of financing and advising innovative clean technologies. Connect with us to learn how we can #PowerNewPossibilities together. 👉 Last chance today! Visit the DBS AI Photo Booth to get your AI-powered corporate shot and learn how we can shape Asia’s energy future together! 📍Level 4, Sands Expo and Convention Centre (Photo credit: Energy Market Authority) #TransitionBankForAsia #AddOurStrengthToYours #EnergyTransition #CCS #CCUS #Biomethane #BioLNG #Hydrogen #AsiaEnergyFuture #APG