Mars Snack Production Facilities in Europe Now Run on Renewable Energy - Summary: Mars Snacking Achieves 100% Renewable Energy in Europe Mars has invested €1.5 billion in European manufacturing over five years. All Mars Snacking factories are now powered by renewable energy sources. The transition incorporates wind power, biomethane, and GO certificates. This initiative supports Mars’ objective of net zero emissions by... - https://lnkd.in/e-rphSKz

such fascinating news. Denmark has launched a 1 GWh molten salt battery, a breakthrough in renewable energy storage. This system can power 100,000 homes for up to 10 hours while achieving 80–90% efficiency when generating heat and electricity together. The battery uses molten hydroxide salts, an industrial byproduct from chlorine production, which is non-toxic, safe, and low-cost. The system stores renewable energy by converting electricity into heat, keeping it in insulated tanks, and releasing it later as electricity or thermal energy for industrial use. It can hold energy for up to two weeks with minimal loss, making it ideal for balancing the grid during periods of low solar or wind generation. A new 200 MWh facility in Holstebro will supply Arla Foods with clean thermal energy, cutting their gas consumption by 50% and saving millions in energy costs annually. Beyond electricity, molten salt batteries offer a solution to decarbonize industrial heat, which accounts for over 20% of global emissions. This technology is modular, scalable, and eco-friendly, positioning Denmark as a leader in long-duration, sustainable energy storage. #Denmark #MoltenSaltBattery #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #SustainableFuture #GreenTech #EnergyInnovation

𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗹𝗱𝗶 𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗣𝗔𝗖𝗘𝗦 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 Magaldi is attending the SolarPACES 2025 in Almeria, the leading international conference on Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) and Thermal Energy Storage (TES).  This year’s edition comes at a crucial time for #Iberia, a region at the forefront of Europe’s energy transition, where the integration of renewable energy and long-duration storage solutions is becoming key to achieving climate and energy transition goals.   Spain and Portugal already stand out as leaders in solar deployment, but the challenge ahead is clear: balancing variable renewable generation with a stable, flexible, and decarbonized energy supply. This is where Thermal Energy Storage plays a key role. #MGTES (Magaldi Green Thermal Energy Storage) - the world’s first patented thermal battery based on fluidized sand - provides the scalability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness required to bridge the intermittency of solar and wind, while decarbonizing industrial heat in the most energy-intensive sectors (pulp & paper, food & beverage, chemical, pharma, textile, etc.).   MGTES can be a game-changer. Leveraging the region’s abundant renewable resources, it allows excess solar and wind power to be stored during periods of overproduction and dispatched later as clean, affordable #heat. This reduces reliance on fossil fuels and supports Iberia’s ambition to become a European hub for renewable energy and green industry.   “With MGTES, we can provide industries with a flexible, safe, and sustainable solution that matches the scale of the challenge.” says Fulvio Bassetti, Technical Director of Magaldi Green Energy.    By participating in SolarPACES 2025, Magaldi reaffirms its commitment to advancing the role of TES as a cornerstone of the clean energy transition - in Iberia and beyond.   #SolarPACES #MagaldiGreenEnergy #ThermalBattery #CleanTech #IndustrialDecarbonization #RenewableEnergy #FutureOfEnergy Fulvio Bassetti Carla Bevilacqua Umberto d'Agostino Mario Cilento Antonio Cuccarese

Clean energy for new industrial capacity in Croatia 🌳 When Weidmann Electrical Technology began building its new production site near Zagreb, the goal was clear: integrate renewable energy from day one. We stepped in to design and deliver a 602 kWp rooftop solar PV system, ensuring the plant could start operations with clean energy built into its foundation. The project was completed ahead of schedule under a BTO model, now ready to generate more than 𝟲𝟮𝟬 𝗠𝗪𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝘂𝘁 𝟵𝟲 𝘁𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗢₂ 𝗲𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿. For us, this project wasn’t just about installing panels. It was about: ✅ Supporting an industrial leader in building for the future ✅ Ensuring seamless integration into a brand-new facility ✅ Delivering performance and reliability that lasts A big thank you to Weidmann for their trust and cooperation — another step in supporting industrial leaders with sustainable, high-performance solar solutions. 🙌

🌊 Global Osmotic Power Systems Market Outlook 2025–2033 🌍 The Osmotic Power Systems Market is expected to reach USD 5.29 billion by 2033, expanding at a CAGR of 20.1% as per TrendX Insights analysis. Growth is driven by carbon neutrality targets, supportive policies, and the integration of osmotic energy into desalination and hybrid renewable systems. 🔑 Key Takeaways - Europe leads commercialization, with SaltPower in Denmark launching a commercial plant in 2023. - Asia Pacific is projected as the fastest-growing region, supported by renewable investments in China, India, and Japan. - Technology advances include Toyobo’s durable hollow-fiber FO membranes and RED-PRO hybrid systems enhancing efficiency. - Emerging opportunities in resource recovery (lithium, nitrogen, CO₂) and integration with water-intensive industries. 🏢 Key Companies: SaltPower, Toyobo U.S.A., Inc., Sweetch Energy, Energy Recovery, Inc., MediSun Energy, REDstack, and others. ⚖️ Regulatory Support: Backed by REN21 and international climate agreements accelerating renewable adoption. 📌 Conclusion: Osmotic power offers stable, predictable, and sustainable energy with the potential to meet 20% of global electricity demand in the long term. 📈 The future of clean energy lies in next-generation solutions beyond solar and wind.   #OsmoticPower #RenewableEnergy #CleanTech #SustainableEnergy #CarbonNeutrality #EnergyTransition #Desalination #HybridEnergy #GreenInnovation #FutureOfEnergy

What does it take to power European operations with renewable energy while allowing for room to grow? For VELUX, it’s two solar parks in Spain — now both fully operational. The newest, Gerena II, developed by BayWa r.e. Global, is expected to generate approx. 90 GWh of renewable electricity annually. Together with the Alhendín Agri-PV park, VELUX now more than meets its European electricity needs, as a 65% buffer allows for future growth. Combined, these parks will generate enough electricity to meet the power needs of 45,000 European homes annually. They will also help reduce VELUX carbon emissions by 30,000 tonnes of CO₂e each year.

Proud to share that at VELUX we continue to accelerate the green transition. Through our Power Purchase Agreements in Spain, the new Gerena II Solar PV Plant is now supplying renewable electricity that more than covers our entire European power consumption. A great step forward in making our operations more sustainable

Japan is pioneering a new era of renewable energy with the launch of Asia’s first osmotic power plant. This innovative technology generates electricity by using the natural salinity gradient between seawater and freshwater without emitting carbon, which highlights the country’s commitment to a sustainable future. References : 1. Caldwell, I. (2025, August 24). Japan has opened its first osmotic power plant – so what is it and how does it work?.The Guardian 2. Renewable Energy Institute. (2025, September 24). Japan’s first osmotic power plant: What it means for clean energy. 3. Haney, C. (2025, September 16). Electricity through osmosis: Japan opens landmark osmotic power plant. New Atlas 4. Japan Today.(2025, August 18). Japan's 1st osmotic power plant begins operating in Fukuoka #OsmoticPower #BlueEnergy #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #WSSET

🌿⚡ Solar + hydro: a powerful duo in Malaysia 🇲🇾 We’re sharing this inspiring video from Erik Solheim, showcasing how Sarawak Energy is pioneering innovation in renewable energy. Deep in the Malaysian rainforest, the Batang Ai Floating Solar Farm combines hydropower with floating solar panels - a brilliant example of how clean energy technologies can work together. 👏 As Erik says, hats off to Sarawak Energy for delivering sustainable, integrated energy solutions for the future.