Tag: Low-carbon economy

EnergyManufacturingTechnology

Cement Industry Faces Mounting Pressure to Solve Carbon Conundrum

The cement industry contributes approximately 8% of global CO₂ emissions, equivalent to the world’s entire passenger car fleet. With emissions chemically baked into the production process, decarbonizing this foundational material presents one of climate technology’s toughest challenges.

The Hidden Climate Cost of Modern Civilization

Cement forms the literal foundation of modern infrastructure, yet this ubiquitous building material carries a massive carbon footprint that’s proving exceptionally difficult to reduce, according to industry analyses. Sources indicate cement manufacturing contributes roughly 8% of global CO₂ emissions—equivalent in scale to the world’s entire passenger car fleet.

by Bennett Laura
BusinessEconomyPolicy

Europe’s Competitiveness Push Gains Momentum Amid Sovereignty and Reform Challenges

European Commission leaders express confidence in the continent’s ability to regain global competitiveness through coordinated industrial strategy and decarbonization efforts. The push comes as the EU works to overcome regulatory fragmentation and transform crisis-driven sovereignty concerns into lasting economic strength.

Political Momentum Builds for European Competitiveness

European Union institutions are reportedly mobilizing behind a comprehensive strategy to restore the continent’s global economic standing, according to recent statements from senior officials. The push follows former European Central Bank President Mario Draghi’s landmark competitiveness report, which sources indicate urged coordinated action to prevent Europe from falling further behind China and the United States.

by Bennett Laura
Assistive TechnologyEnergy

AVK and LMPH Launch Low-Carbon Behind-the-Meter Power Solutions for UK Data Centers

UK power solutions provider AVK has entered a strategic three-year partnership with Landmark Power Holdings to develop innovative behind-the-meter power systems for data centers. The collaboration integrates Rolls-Royce’s mtu gas engines with Asco’s carbon capture technology to deliver low-carbon, resilient energy solutions across multiple UK locations.

In a significant move for sustainable infrastructure, UK power solutions specialist AVK has forged a strategic partnership with clean energy firm Landmark Power Holdings (LMPH) to deliver advanced behind-the-meter power solutions specifically designed for the data center market. This three-year agreement, with an option for extension, marks a pivotal step in addressing the growing energy demands and environmental responsibilities of digital infrastructure providers across the United Kingdom and potentially Europe.

Strategic Partnership and Technology Integration

by Bennett Laura
EnergySustainability

Brazil Leads Global Push to Quadruple Clean Fuel Production by 2035 at COP30

Brazil is collaborating with Japan to secure international support for quadrupling sustainable fuel production by 2035. The initiative will debut at November’s COP30 summit in Belém, with India and Italy already signaling participation in the clean energy effort.

Brazil is spearheading an ambitious global initiative to quadruple sustainable fuel production by 2035 through a partnership with Japan, positioning the clean energy commitment as a centerpiece of the upcoming COP30 climate summit. The South American nation aims to unveil the formal pledge during the world leaders summit in Belém on November 6-7, according to sources familiar with the negotiations who requested anonymity to discuss private details.

Global Alliance for Clean Fuel Expansion

by Bennett Laura