This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group provided €284 million of fresh financing in Slovenia last year, bolstering the energy transition, business innovation and capital markets in the country. The total for 2024 includes €154 million from the EIB and €130 million from the European Investment Fund […]EIB Group financing in Slovenia totals €284 million in 2024, driving the energy transition and business innovation
February 3, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group provided €284 million of fresh financing in Slovenia last year, bolstering the energy transition, business innovation and capital markets in the country. The total for 2024 includes €154 million from the EIB and €130 million from the European Investment Fund […]COP29: Energy transition must not trigger a ‘stampede of greed’ that crushes the poor
November 14, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Climate talks at COP29 in Baku on Wednesday turned to the pressing issue of how to manage the demand for minerals essential to producing electric vehicles and solar panels without triggering a “stampede of greed” that exploits local communities and crushes the poor. “We are here to […]Poland: EIB extends over €200 million to ORLEN Group to advance energy transition
November 13, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. The European Investment Bank (EIB) and ORLEN Group, Poland’s largest energy company, signed a PLN 900 million loan agreement for projects supporting energy transition. The funds will be used to invest in strengthening and expanding the power grid of Energa, a distribution system operator majority owned by ORLEN. […]Spain: EIB and the Regional Government of Galicia sign €300 million loan agreement to finance investments in education, innovation, energy transition, social services, and digitalisation
July 22, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. The European Investment Bank (EIB) has signed a loan for €300 million for the Regional Government of Galicia in Spain (Xunta de Galicia) to co-finance investments in education, sustainability, the energy transition, social services, and digitalisation in the region. The credit is the first tranche of a […]How can public and private sector collaboration accelerate the energy transition? Industry experts explain
April 29, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Spencer Feingold, Digital Editor, World Economic Forum As the world continues to barrel towards critical levels of global warming, the need for a comprehensive energy transition remains urgent. Experts agree that public and private sector collaboration is crucial for […]Why the energy transition needs ‘bridge’ solutions
April 24, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Tarek Sultan, Vice-Chairman of the Board, Agility French philosopher Voltaire gets credit for the declaration that “perfect is the enemy of the good.” We’re seeing his idea play out to some degree amid one of the most profound undertakings […]Why supply chain resilience is key to the energy transition
December 12, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Maximilian Schnippering, Head, Sustainability, Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy In the fight against the climate emergency, knowledge of the dangers, the causes and the ways to slow, mitigate or halt the climate emergency have long been understood. The actions […]Energy transition: Which countries are making most progress in 2023 – and which have more work to do?
November 15, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Johnny Wood, Writer, Forum Agenda The Green Future Index 2023 ranks countries’ progress on developing a sustainable, low-carbon future.Uruguay, Indonesia and Argentina have climbed the rankings significantly since 2022 thanks to sustainable policy action.The World Economic Forum’s Mobilizing […]Securing critical minerals for energy transition requires collective action
November 13, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Minerals and rare earth elements are essential in the production of clean energy technologies.There is a supply and demand gap for the critical minerals necessary for the energy transition.The Securing Minerals for the Energy Transition initiative has identified the risks and implications of this […]How to create a framework for achieving an inclusive energy transition
October 10, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Musaab Almulla, Director, Global Analysis Department, Aramco, Tatsuya Terazawa, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, The Institute of Energy Economics, Japan The global energy transition has plateaued and while broad progress has been made, there are several emerging challenges.Making […]3 ways civil society organizations are crucial to an equitable energy transition
September 6, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Giannis Moschos, Community Specialist, Civil Society, World Economic Forum, David Sangokoya, Head of Civil Society Impact, World Economic Forum The transition to clean energy is making headway and picking up pace. As shown by the recent report Fostering […]What’s next for the energy transition in Japan?
August 25, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Kiriko Honda, Head of Business Engagement, Japan, World Economic Forum, Harsh Vijay Singh, Project Lead, System Initiative on Shaping the Future of Energy, World Economic Forum Geneva, Ken Ishizawa, Senior Manager, Accenture A transition to renewable energy is […]Energy transition: Getting our grids fighting fit for an electrified future
August 7, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Matthias Rebellius, Member of the Managing Board and Chief Executive Officer, Smart Infrastructure, Siemens AG Energy security measures worldwide accelerated decarbonization funding after Russia’s weaponization of gas supplies over the Ukraine war.But while the generation of clean energy […]The EU and the International Partners Group announced a Just Energy Transition Partnership with Senegal combining climate and development goals
June 23, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, on the occasion of the Summit for a New Global Financing Pact, which aims to build a new consensus for a more inclusive international financial system, Senegal and the international partners group (IPG) comprising France, Germany, the European Union, the United Kingdom and […]Digital twins can boost mining output to drive the energy transition. Here’s how
June 21, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Thomas Leurent, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Akselos, Steven Kratsis, Vice-President, Australasia, Akselos Demand for raw materials for clean energy technologies will increase exponentially as the energy transition progresses.Mining companies face several challenges to get the most out […]How to finance the energy transition in Asia
May 19, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum./ Author: Ayla Majid, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Planetive The recent global energy dynamics have stimulated a rethink of the future of energy security and energy transition equations. There is greater recognition of building resilience, as different regions are required […]Here’s how Nigeria is tackling the barriers to its green energy transition
May 9, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Abir Ibrahim, Community Lead, Regional Agenda, Africa, World Economic Forum Approximately 71% of Nigeria’s population does not have access to energy.The Nigerian government plans to achieve universal energy access by 2030.The energy sector faces major financial and technical challenges.According […]Europe faces costly race to refill gas storage. Here’s what you need to know about the global energy transition this week
March 1, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Roberto Bocca, Head of Shaping the Future of Energy and Materials; Member of the Executive Committee, World Economic Forum 1. Europe faces costly race to refill gas storage As Europe emerges from a mild winter with gas storage close […]China’s solar power capacity set for record growth. Here’s what you need to know about the global energy transition this week
February 21, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Roberto Bocca, Head of Shaping the Future of Energy and Materials; Member of the Executive Committee, World Economic Forum, Stefan Ellerbeck, Senior Writer, Formative Content 1. News in brief: Energy stories from around the world The global oil and […]Solar to dominate US energy mix in 2023. Here’s what you need to know about the global energy transition this week
February 13, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Roberto Bocca, Head of Shaping the Future of Energy and Materials; Member of the Executive Committee, World Economic Forum, Stefan Ellerbeck, Senior Writer, Formative Content 1. News in brief: Energy stories from around the world South African President Cyril […]Electricity Market Design: Commission launches consultation on reform to support a clean and affordable energy transition
January 24, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the European Commission is launching a public consultation on the reform of the European Union’s electricity market design to better protect consumers from excessive price volatility, support their access to secure energy from clean sources, and make the market more resilient. The current […]Deal on establishing the Social Climate Fund to support the energy transition
December 19, 2022 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. On Saturday night, Parliament and Council reached a provisional agreement to set up a new fund to help vulnerable citizens most affected by energy and transport poverty. Negotiators agreed to establish the Social Climate Fund (SCF) to benefit vulnerable households, micro-enterprises and transport users […]Political Declaration on establishing the Just Energy Transition Partnership with Viet Nam
December 15, 2022 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. 1. The Governments of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam, together with the International Partners Group, consisting of the European Union, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the United States of America, Japan, the Federal Republic of Germany, the Republic of […]Green Deal: EU agrees new law on more sustainable and circular batteries to support EU’s energy transition and competitive industry
December 12, 2022 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The Commission welcomes the provisional political agreement reached between the European Parliament and the Council aiming to make all batteries placed on the EU market more sustainable, circular and safe. The agreement builds on the Commission’s proposal from December 2020 and addresses the social, economic and […]Energy transition: Here’s why the race to net zero is affordable
October 31, 2022 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Johnny Wood, Writer, Formative Content The relationship between the cornerstones of the energy trilemma – sustainability, affordability and security – have become strained since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, with governments becoming increasingly preoccupied with energy independence and affordability. […]Energy Transition: Commission announces three Energy Compacts at UN High-Level Dialogue in New York
September 27, 2021 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. At the UN High-Level Dialogue on Energy this week in New York, Executive Vice-President for the European Green Deal, Frans Timmermans and Commissioner for Energy, Kadri Simson presented three Energy Compacts, in partnership with the International Energy Agency and the International Renewable Energy Agency. […]Batteries are a key part of the energy transition. Here’s why
September 15, 2021 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Johnny Wood, Writer, Formative Content Demand for battery storage has seen exponential growth in recent years.But the battery technical revolution is just beginning, explains Simon Engelke, founder and chair of Battery Associates.Investment has poured into the battery industry […]Why ‘floating wind’ is key to the energy transition and how to get it onto the sea quickly
July 28, 2021 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Mo Chatterji, Project Fellow, Scale360° and Senior Consultant at Kearney, World Economic Forum & Rebecca Meier, Senior Consultant, Kearney Floating wind, which uses turbines located at sea but not attached to the ocean floor, has several key advantages […]System value can power the energy transition in emerging markets
October 19, 2020 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Valentin de Miguel, Senior Managing Director for Strategy & Consulting Lead for Growth Markets, Accenture Countries are starting from different baselines and in different conditions on their energy transition journeys.The World Economic Forum’s System Value framework can help […]A ‘system value’ approach can accelerate the energy transition. Here’s how
June 23, 2020 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Henrik Andersen, Chief Executive Officer of Vestas Wind Systems A/S and Chair, Electricity Industry Action Group The pandemic has presented us with an opportunity to accelerate the energy transition. ‘System value’ is a method of measuring the impact […]3 ways to accelerate the energy transition
September 19, 2019 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Kim Fausing, President and CEO, Danfoss We are running out of time to meet the Paris Agreement and achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 7 on sustainable energy – “ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern […]How electrification can supercharge the energy transition
April 25, 2019 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Davide Puglielli, Senior Manager, Strategy and Mergers and Acquisitions, Enel No matter which country you’re in, the energy transition is underway. It is taking slightly different shapes and may progress from different starting points depending on the area, […]How do we design an inclusive energy transition?
March 26, 2019 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Steve Dahlke, PhD Candidate, Mineral and Energy Economics, Colorado School of Mines & Morgan Bazilian, Director, Payne Institute for Public Policy, Colorado School of Mines The need to accelerate the global energy transition is urgent, as highlighted by the […]
