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InnoEnergy Secures €4.3 Billion for Its Portfolio by 2024
EIT InnoEnergy, a leading engine for sustainable energy innovation, has achieved another milestone in driving the energy transition by closing 56 rounds for its portfolio of clean technology start-ups and scale-ups, valued at €4.3 billion. Despite a challenging year, InnoEnergy and its ecosystem remain committed to investing in and providing value-added services to companies leading the energy transition. Notable investments include Geolinks and Repono, reflecting InnoEnergy's dedication to developing innovative technologies that accelerate the decarbonization of energy-intensive industrial sectors. New shareholders like OMV and Boryszew have joined, completing a €140 million private placement to accelerate impact in Europe and the US.
Trinasolar Achieves First ESG Certification in Solar Industry
Trinasolar, a global specialist in smart photovoltaic (PV) and energy storage solutions, has become the first company in the solar industry to achieve ESG certification for two of its factories under the Solar Stewardship Initiative (SSI) ESG Standard. This milestone follows rigorous on-site audits by TÜV SÜD, highlighting Trinasolar's commitment to sustainable and responsible practices.
Schneider Electric Appoints Eva Sánchez as Plant Director for Universal Enclosures Factories in Catalonia
Eva Sánchez has been appointed as the new Plant Director for Schneider Electric's Universal Enclosures factories in Catalonia. With over 10 years of international experience in engineering and operations management, Sánchez will drive competitiveness and sustainability in the region. The factories produce high-quality electrical enclosures and house innovative centers like the Excellence Center in Molins de Rei.
Veolia Strengthens Biomass and Solar Power Production with Imartec Integration
Veolia, a global environmental solutions specialist, has integrated Imartec, a Catalan energy services company specializing in EPC projects for biomass and solar power, focusing on agricultural and industrial sectors. This move is part of Veolia's new strategic program, GreenUp, aimed at implementing affordable and replicable solutions to decontaminate, decarbonize, and regenerate resources. Imartec, founded in 2010, operates from Lleida, serving clients in Catalonia, Valencia, and Aragon, and has completed over 250 renewable energy projects.