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UNEF Achieves 100% Carbon Footprint Compensation for XI Solar Forum, Becoming the First CO₂-Neutral Forum
UNEF, representing over 90% of the photovoltaic sector, compensated all CO₂ emissions from the XI Solar Forum 2024 through reforestation in Burgos, making it the first 'CO₂-committed' solar event. The forum's carbon footprint was evaluated across various categories, with emissions from attendee travel, venue climate control, electricity consumption, catering, and merchandising totaling approximately 31 tons of CO₂eq. UNEF's commitment led to the planting of a forest in San Adrián de Juarros, featuring adaptable tree species like the Silver Cedar and Hawthorn. This initiative not only offsets the event's carbon emissions but also promotes long-term environmental benefits.
New Rules for Clean Hydrogen
During the European Hydrogen Week 2024 in Brussels, the EU-funded HyPEF project has made significant advancements in developing new transparency and environmental sustainability standards for the hydrogen industry. These standards support the establishment of a sustainable hydrogen economy in Europe.
The smarter E Europe: Shaping the Future of Energy
The smarter E Europe is the largest energy sector fair alliance in Europe, uniting key players worldwide to drive the transition to renewable energy. From May 7-9, 2025, in Messe München, it will host over 3,000 exhibitors, including 180 startups, showcasing innovative solutions in renewable energies, energy storage, electromobility, and digitalization.
Strategic Energy Sector: Aragon's Commitment to Planning and Sustainability
Mar Vaquero, Vice President of Aragon, emphasized the strategic importance of the energy sector at the III Energy Night. The event highlighted sustainability, renewable energy, and the need for legal security and political consensus. The Energy Urgent Measures Law of Aragon was also discussed as a turning point for the sector.
Spanish Network for Sustainable Development Presents Measures to Catalan Parliament for Renewable Energy Deployment
The Spanish Network for Sustainable Development (REDS-SDSN Spain) has presented to the Catalan Parliament various measures to minimize the negative impacts of renewable energy installations and enhance their environmental, economic, and social benefits in Catalonia. Key proposals include reducing landscape impacts, protecting biodiversity, and fostering rural development. The project aims to create a shared vision for renewable energy deployment by 2030 and 2050.
Iberdrola Secures €500 Million Loan for Smart Grid Expansion
The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Iberdrola have signed a €500 million loan agreement to develop and expand smart electrical grids in Spain, facilitating the integration of renewable energy sources and industrial connections. The project, funded through the Autonomous Resilience Fund (ARF) under the Next Generation EU program, aims to strengthen the electrical distribution network, accelerate the energy transition, and promote economic growth and employment in Spain.