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The world's largest biorefinery, operated by UPM in Leuna, Saxony-Anhalt, has been inaugurated. The facility processes wood into chemical raw materials for textiles and tires, with an annual capacity of 220,000 tons.
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A study by the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research indicates that a rapid phase-out of fossil fuels primarily harms countries heavily dependent on oil and gas. The economies of almost all other nations would benefit from reduced climate damage and new green investments.
Laws & RightsNature & Species ConservationRenewable Energy
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The OVG Berlin-Brandenburg has ruled that healthy, vital trees do not necessarily have to be felled for the construction of a photovoltaic system. The court classified tree protection and the expansion of renewable energies as equally important goods, prioritizing tree protection in this specific case.
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A WSP Group analysis compares gas crises in 2022 and 2026. In 2026, average wholesale electricity prices in Germany were significantly lower at just under 2 cents per kilowatt-hour compared to 2022 (19 cents), due to a strong expansion of photovoltaics.
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German companies including Siemens Energy and VNG AG are exploring investments in Azerbaijan's energy sector, focusing on renewables and gas supply. Azerbaijan aims to expand wind and solar projects by eight gigawatts by 2032 and increase renewables' share in electricity generation to 30% by 2030.
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The Greek island of Agios Efstratios now covers over 90 percent of its electricity needs from renewable sources, funded by the EU. A hybrid system of wind, solar, and battery storage enables this, reducing CO₂ emissions by approximately 1,000 tons annually.
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A large battery storage facility with 1,000 megawatts of power and 4,000 megawatt-hours of capacity is being built in Lusatia, set to begin operation in 2028. This project is part of energy group Leag's "Gigawattfactory" initiative to maintain the region as an energy location after lignite mining.
Research & DiscoveriesClimate ChangeRenewable Energy
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Energy expert Claudia Kemfert criticizes government plans to slow renewable energy expansion and cut applied energy research funding by up to 40 percent. She warns against political braking plans and calls for a turbo boost for the energy transition.
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Agri-photovoltaics combine food production with renewable energy generation by installing solar modules above or between farmland. A study estimates Europe could generate 25 times more electricity this way, but critics warn of land competition and exploiting agricultural crises.
Companies & MarketsFinance & Stock MarketRenewable Energy
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Battery storage is cheaper than gas turbines globally, even in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Costs for stored battery power are projected to decrease by one-third to 8 cents per kilowatt-hour by 2033.
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