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2025-08-25
Rural areas lead improvements in energy efficiency in the European Union, indicates report.
The report from the European Commission's Joint Research Centre, "Exploring Rural Energy Poverty and Needs," highlights vulnerabilities and energy opportunities in rural areas, surpassing urban centers in several metrics.
2025-08-25
There is a lack of standardization in energy performance certificates in the EU
A property that receives the highest score in one country may be ranked up to four levels lower in another.
2025-08-25
Cold roofs: an effective strategy to combat urban heat
With global warming and the phenomenon of urban heat islands making cities particularly vulnerable to high temperatures, finding effective methods for adaptation and mitigation of heat has become a priority for urban planners.
2025-08-23
Do you know how much renewable energy Portugal produces?
This map shows everything.
2025-08-22
Space solar panels can help in the transition to net zero emissions
Using energy models, researchers estimate that by 2050, space solar energy could reduce the total costs of Europe's electrical grid system by 7% to 15%.
2025-08-22
Brussels recommends tax incentives to boost clean investment in the Member States
On July 2nd, the European Commission published Recommendation (EU) 2025/1307, in which it suggests that Member States introduce fiscal measures to support the Pact for a Clean Industry.
2025-08-20
UN study highlights that renewables surpass fossils in cost
According to a recent United Nations report, we are entering a new energy era. The analyses conducted reveals that solar and wind energy have become, in most cases, the cheapest and most efficient option for generating new electricity.
2025-08-20
ApC payments exceed 156 million euros in 15 days
The payments in question relate to the transfer of revenue from emissions permit auctions to the national electricity system, support for municipal technical offices, and other programs for forest protection, energy efficiency in buildings, and...
2025-08-20
Solar trees prevent deforestation and generate the same energy as solar power plants.
A new approach proposes a solution that is inspired by nature itself: solar trees.
2025-08-18
New solar power plant and wind farm in Vidigueira and Portel under public consultation
The consultation runs until September 4, 2025, allowing the participation of citizens and entities with contributions and observations.