Energy & Environment

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - March 31, 2026 - Energy traders, compliance teams and market surveillance leaders in Europe face a more direct enforcement environment in 2026 as ACER sets the procedural framework for cross-border REMIT investigations and advances new reporting guidance under the revised regime. The 43rd edition of ACER's REMIT Quarterly centers on new Rules of Procedure for cross-border investigations, a practical step after EU legislators updated the REMIT framework in 2024 and gave ACER additional tasks, including the power to investigate cross-border cases. The quarterly also outlines ACER's stakeholder engagement plan for 2026, ongoing preparatory work on data reporting pending finalisation of the revised REMIT Implementing Regulation, and market surveillance updates tied to wholesale energy market integrity across the EU.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - March 31, 2026 - Danish gas tariff decisions in 2026 face a more demanding transparency test, with direct implications for how shippers, storage users and regulators evaluate network charges tied to upstream infrastructure. ACER's latest report reviews Energinet's proposed reference price methodology under the EU Network Code on Harmonised Transmission Tariff Structures and finds that while several core design elements align with the rules, the cost treatment of the upstream Baltic Pipe section cannot yet be fully assessed because key detail is missing.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - December 30, 2025 - Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG) says New York State's comptroller has granted final approval for an extension of PSEG Long Island's operations services agreement with the Long Island Power Authority (LIPA), locking in continued grid-operations responsibilities through the end of 2030.

Contract extension now fully cleared

PSEG said the LIPA Board of Trustees awarded PSEG Long Island a five-year extension of the existing contract on September 25, followed by approval from the New York State attorney general in October and final approval from the comptroller this week. The extension begins January 1, 2026, and runs through December 31, 2030. PSEG Long Island has operated the electric grid on behalf of LIPA since 2014, covering Long Island and the Rockaways.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - December 10, 2025 - TCL SunPower Global is expanding its European residential solar strategy with a new fully integrated home energy storage system designed to work natively with SunPower solar panels and the SunPower app, giving installers and homeowners a single-vendor ecosystem for generation, storage and digital energy management.

From Standalone Batteries to a Connected Home Energy Ecosystem

The new SunPower home energy storage system is positioned as the core of a connected domestic energy ecosystem rather than a standalone battery. By combining PV generation, storage and load control through one brand, one account and one app, TCL SunPower aims to simplify deployment and post-sale support for its installer partners while helping homeowners maximize self-consumption and energy independence.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - December 3, 2025 - Solar Solutions Düsseldorf 2025 is set to reinforce North Rhine-Westphalia's role as a high-potential market for renewables, bringing more than 250 exhibitors and a tightly focused B2B audience together under one roof to drive solar, storage, EV charging and green HVAC deployment in Germany's most populous state.

A growing regional platform for solar and smart energy

On Wednesday 3 December and Thursday 4 December 2025, Messe Düsseldorf will again host Solar Solutions Düsseldorf as the central platform for renewable energy in North Rhine-Westphalia. The exhibition continues to scale, with more than 250 exhibitors now spanning 27,050 square meters across two halls, reflecting both supply-side momentum and the demand from installers, planners, energy consultants and other sustainability professionals.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - November 28, 2025 - Fronius is expanding its renewable energy portfolio with the new Verto inverter family, positioning Verto and the hybrid Verto Plus as highly flexible solutions for agricultural businesses, commercial sites and single- and multi-family homes that need robust, future-proof PV system design and reliable backup power.

Flexible PV Design for Complex Rooftops and Mixed Module Layouts

At the core of the launch is the Fronius Verto, a high-performance inverter designed to cope with real-world installation challenges. Whether installers are working on complex roof structures, combining different module orientations or integrating various module types, the Verto is engineered to maintain efficiency and stability.

This flexibility allows EPCs and installers to:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - November 10, 2025 - German energy solutions provider MVV Enamic GmbH and e-mobility specialist Amperfied GmbH have jointly completed a large-scale charging infrastructure project for MLP SE, installing 56 new charge points at the financial services group's Wiesloch headquarters. The project advances MLP's sustainability strategy while showcasing a replicable model for corporate e-mobility integration in Germany's energy transition.

Full-Service Partnership Enables Scalable Charging Infrastructure

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – September 1, 2025 – Sidel will use its presence at PPMA Total 2025 in Birmingham to reinforce a core message for the packaging industry: line performance is best achieved when every system works in harmony. With food, home and personal care (FHPC) manufacturers under pressure to improve efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and manage complex multi-format operations, the company positions itself as both a technology provider and strategic partner.

Precision Integration at the Forefront
At NEC Birmingham (Stand E52, September 23–25), Sidel will highlight its ability to act as a conductor rather than a component supplier. By synchronizing modular line designs, high-precision standalone machines, and digital intelligence tools, the company offers complete packaging harmony across applications such as jars, tins, pots, flexible packaging, glass and PET bottles, and beverage cans.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – July 21, 2025 – Sidel’s Beijing Plant has successfully completed the full grid connection of its rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) system, a major milestone in the company’s global decarbonisation strategy. With thousands of panels now installed, the initiative underscores Sidel’s ongoing commitment to sustainable manufacturing and sets a new benchmark for green transformation in the industrial sector.

Driving Low-Carbon Operations with High-Efficiency Solar Power

The solar installation, boasting an installed capacity of 2.1 megawatts, is projected to generate approximately 4.39 million kilowatt-hours of electricity annually. This output is expected to cover 60% of the plant’s operational energy needs, contributing to a reduction of 2,452 tonnes of CO₂ emissions per year.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – July 21, 2025 – Spanish packaging printers have made significant investments in HEIDELBERG's advanced printing technology, reinforcing the company's growth strategy in the Iberian market and underscoring its leading role in high-performance, sustainable packaging solutions.

The adoption of HEIDELBERG’s Speedmaster technology by multiple Spanish packaging companies highlights a collective focus on operational excellence, sustainability, and the premium packaging segment — areas where HEIDELBERG positions itself as a key partner for long-term growth.

Gráficas Beyco: Commitment to Efficiency and Circular Economy

Gráficas Beyco, a family-run business based in Hospitalet Llobregat, continues its tradition of excellence by focusing on efficiency and environmental responsibility. Managed by Ana and Mari Carmen Cerdá, the company serves over 800 customers across industries such as food, cosmetics, and automotive.