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The introduction of the new EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), alongside expanding Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws, represents a significant shift in packaging rules within the European Union. At the heart of these efforts is the transition from a linear economy—where products are made, used, and disposed of—to a circular economy that emphasises …

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Eni and Snam, within the framework of the equal Joint Venture set up for the purpose, announced the commencement of CO2 injection activities in the reservoir for Phase 1 of Ravenna CCS. Designed to support industrial decarbonisation, Ravenna CCS is the first project for the capture, transport and permanent storage of CO₂ in Italy created …

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FREENOW, one of the UK’s leading taxi apps, is partnering with OVO to support EV drivers with unique price deals in the market for EV charging installation and home and away EV charging. Together, OVO and FREENOW are working to make EV charging more accessible and reward drivers for making the switch. This partnership will …

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Unilever and the University of Nottingham have launched a new pilot, which aims to create cost-effective ingredients for its product formulations using plants that would otherwise go to waste. In collaboration with scientists from the university, Unilever has begun extracting naturally occurring ingredients from unwanted plants to create new fragrances – starting with oils from …

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Equinor has signed a contract with Eidesvik Offshore for the conversion of the Viking Energy supply vessel to ammonia operation. The vessel will be fully converted and put into operation with low emissions in 2026. The vessel supplies Equinor’s installations on the Norwegian continental shelf (NCS). Viking Energy will be the world’s first supply vessel …

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Four trade unions (Prospect, Unite, GMB and UNISON) have entered into a forward-thinking recognition agreement with leading renewables energy developer EDF Renewables UK and Ireland. It will cover the company’s 633 people who work across 5 offices, 8 service centres and 44 renewable energy sites across England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales.   The new agreement is …

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Join Virospack and connect with the world’s top premium packaging manufacturers on September 30th, October 1st and 2nd. Virospak can be found at booth RA18 in Grimaldi Forum, Monaco. The company’s expert team will unveil groundbreaking innovations in sustainable luxury packaging design and dispenser solutions at the show. Visitors will also be able to explore …

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Wrenbridge and Buccleuch have achieved a UK first, with their recently completed BREEAM Outstanding scheme, forward committed by IM Properties, scoring 100% in the final BREEAM Certificate, making it the highest UK certified assessment. Strategically positioned in a prime location, Nova is close to two of Oxford’s most influential science areas – Oxford Science Park …

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The partnership between two pioneering carbon tech startups on French soil gives a new hope for Europe’s competitiveness in the decarbonisation race. RepAir Carbon US Inc, a developer of a uniquely energy-efficient Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology, and C-Questra, an independent European carbon storage startup, have announced a strategic partnership to develop the European Union’s …

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Promethean Particles announced the closing of a £8 million financing round. The investment was led by Mercia Ventures and Aramco Ventures, with participation from existing investors including the Midlands Engine Investment Fund I (managed by Foresight), the University of Nottingham, TSP Ventures, and the East Midlands Early Growth Fund (managed by the British Business Bank). MOFs are a class of materials composed …

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