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Aquila Capital Launches Energy Transition Fund I, Partnering with Commerzbank

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 18, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 18, 2025 – Aquila Capital, a leading asset manager specializing in sustainable real asset investments, today announced the launch of its Aquila Capital Energy Transition Fund I (“ETF I” or “Fund”), in collaboration with shareholder Commerzbank. This Article 9 fund is poised to drive Europe’s decarbonization efforts through strategic investments in energy storage, decentralized renewable energy systems, and enabling infrastructure.

First Investment Secured: A 56 MW/112 MWh Battery Storage System in Germany

Aquila Capital Strengthens Leadership Team to Drive Sustainable Investments

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 13, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 13, 2025 – Aquila Capital, a leading asset manager specializing in sustainable real asset investments, today announced significant expansions to its leadership team. These strategic appointments underscore the company's commitment to accelerating growth, delivering stable returns to institutional and private clients, and driving the expansion of renewable energies and the decarbonization of global infrastructure.

New Leadership Appointments

Paderborn University's Center for Sustainable Energy Technology Hosts Spring Symposium

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 12, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 12, 2025 – The Center for Sustainable Energy Technology (KET) at Paderborn University is hosting its Spring Symposium on Thursday, February 27th, from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Zukunftsmeile 2. The event, titled "Quo vadis Energiewende: Solutions for Transformation in Industry," offers a unique opportunity to network with experts from business and industry and gain practical insights into sustainable energy solutions.

Symposium Focuses on Practical Solutions for Industrial Energy Transformation

This symposium is designed for companies developing new energy solutions and components, as well as energy managers and decision-makers in energy-intensive industrial and commercial businesses. Attendance is free of charge, but registration is requested by Monday, February 24th.

Shell Resumes Production at Penguins Field in UK North Sea with New FPSO

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 4, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 4, 2025 – Shell has announced the resumption of production at the Penguins field in the UK North Sea. This milestone is achieved through the deployment of a new, state-of-the-art floating production, storage, and offloading (FPSO) facility. Shell operates the field with a 50% stake, while NEO Energy holds the remaining 50%. This development marks a significant resurgence for the field, which previously relied on the Brent Charlie platform, ceasing operations in 2021 and currently undergoing decommissioning.

Revitalizing a Key North Sea Asset

Political Uncertainty Halts Energy Renovations: Homeowners Delay Upgrades Amid Legislative Chaos

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 1, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 1, 2025 – A growing sense of political instability surrounding Germany’s Building Energy Act has led homeowners to postpone critical energy-efficient renovations, jeopardizing both national climate targets and the long-term value of millions of homes. A new survey reveals widespread hesitation among property owners, highlighting the urgent need for stable policies to reignite progress in the building sector.

Symbio Becomes Europe’s First Fuel Cell Supplier to Achieve Prestigious IATF 16949 Certification

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 1, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 1, 2025 – Symbio, a European leader in hydrogen fuel cell technology, has made history by becoming the continent’s first fuel cell supplier to secure the globally recognized IATF 16949 certification. This milestone underscores the company’s commitment to advancing emissions-free hydrogen mobility and solidifies its position as a pioneer in automotive quality standards.

Obayashi Corporation Makes History with First Green Hydrogen Export from New Zealand to Fiji

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 1, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 1, 2025 – In a landmark achievement for sustainable energy, Japan’s Obayashi Corporation has successfully completed the first-ever export of green hydrogen from New Zealand to Fiji. This pioneering initiative supports Fiji’s decarbonization efforts by using the hydrogen in a diesel-hydrogen generator to power local buildings, marking a critical step toward global climate neutrality.

Suzuki Deutschland Invests in Solar Energy, Reinforcing its Commitment to Sustainability

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 29, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 29, 2025 – Suzuki Deutschland is taking a major step towards a greener future with the commissioning of a new photovoltaic system at its headquarters in Bensheim. This initiative underscores the company's dedication to sustainability and reducing its environmental footprint.

Harnessing the Power of the Sun

The newly installed photovoltaic system, operational since December 2024, is a testament to Suzuki's commitment to renewable energy. Comprising nearly 2,500 solar panels, the system covers an impressive 11,500 square meters – equivalent to the size of two football fields. With a capacity of 1,109 kilowatt-peak (kWp), it is expected to generate approximately 965,000 kWh of electricity annually. This substantial energy production will allow Suzuki Deutschland to meet 90% of its own electricity needs, significantly reducing its reliance on conventional energy sources.

Shell Completes Acquisition of Combined-Cycle Power Plant in Priority U.S. Trading Market

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 26, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 26, 2025 (Shell) – Shell Energy North America (US), L.P. (SENA), a subsidiary of Shell plc (Shell), has successfully completed the acquisition of a 609-megawatt (MW) two-unit combined-cycle gas turbine power plant in Rhode Island, USA. This acquisition solidifies SENA's position in the deregulated Independent System Operator New England (ISO New England) power market, securing long-term supply and capacity offtake for Shell.

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