João França (乔佛朗)

⚡️🔋 If you follow us, you already know we spent part of this week at the Lisbon Energy Summit, presenting some of our projects in energy efficiency and discussing how all of us can make the energy transition a reality. Some of our takeaways from the event: 🌍📈 The chair of the event highlighted that “change is already happening and we should aim for progress over perfection.” Innovation has been fast and there’s a plethora of technologies in different maturity levels. However, existing innovation will only take us halfway to the climate goals. 🤝 The Portuguese Minister of Environment and Energy stated that “either the energy transition works for everyone, or it works for no one.” This means the involvement of everyone is essential. We need collaboration between academia, innovators, industry, investors, and consumers. 🇪🇺 The European Commission estimates that delivering the #European Green Deal objectives requires annual investments to increase by around EUR 520 billion between 2021 and 2030. Speakers discussed funding schemes, blended finance options and incentives. These takeaways are very aligned with #F6S mission and our values to boost innovation, foster collaboration and provide access to funding opportunities. #F6SInnovation will continue working hard to bring together the ecosystem, communicate innovation and support founders.

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Portugal's MCA , in collaboration with Angola's Ministry of Energy and Water, has just inaugurated a 25.3-MWp solar photovoltaic (PV) park in Moxico province, Angola. This new development, the Luena Photovoltaic Park, features 43,680 solar panels and will provide electricity to approximately 59,500 residents. 🇦🇴 💡 This is the fourth of seven PV parks MCA is constructing as part of the "Energia Angola 2025" plan to diversify Angola's energy mix and ensure 77% rural electrification by 2025. To learn more about this, click the link in the comments below! ⬇️ #RenewableEnergy #SolarPower #Angola #Sustainability #EnergyTransition #MCA #GreenEnergy 🌍🔋✨

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🌿 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗨𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 - 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗣𝗘𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗧𝗦 In the context of the European Green Deal and the energy transition in Portugal, the use of pellets for industrial heating is emerging as an effective and sustainable solution. 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝘆: 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: Pellets are a renewable energy source, significantly reducing CO₂ emissions compared to fossil fuels. Their use helps meet EU climate goals by promoting cleaner energy alternatives. 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆: Pellets provide high energy density and combustion efficiency, leading to reduced waste and lower operational costs. This makes them a cost-effective solution for industrial heating. 𝗖𝗶𝗿𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆: Produced from wood residues, pellets support the circular economy by promoting resource reuse and minimizing environmental impact. This not only reduces waste but also contributes to the sustainable management of forest resources. 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: Utilizing pellets helps decrease reliance on imported fossil fuels, enhancing energy security. By diversifying energy sources, industries can mitigate the risks associated with energy supply fluctuations and price volatility. The commitment to sustainable energy solutions is crucial for achieving long-term environmental and economic benefits. #UNIPELLETS is dedicated to providing high-quality pellets that not only enhance industrial efficiency but also contribute to a greener and more sustainable future. By integrating pellet-based heating systems, industries can play a pivotal role in the global effort to combat climate change. #Sustainability #Pellets #RenewableEnergy #EnergyTransition #UniPellets #IndustrialHeating #CircularEconomy #GreenDeal Source: European Green Deal and Energy Transition in Portugal

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Renewables, Portugal The new Amónia Verde (Green Ammonia) project in Sines promises to generate up to 380 million euros per year in the first phase. Not only does it highlight Portugal as a pioneer in the transition to renewable energies, but it also stimulates the M&A sector in the environmental industry. This project not only offers unique investment opportunities and expansion for sector companies but also attracts investors to Portugal in search of profitable and sustainable businesses, stimulating activities in various other financial operations. Jornal Económico Portugal 2030 #AmóniaVerde #Sines #Portugal #renewables #climatechange #environment #clima #energiarenováveis #renovável https://lnkd.in/dcEFzhYV 

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Site visit: Europe's biggest hybrid solar-hydro project Enlit on the Road headed Portugal to visit the Alqueva project, a unique hybrid power plant that combines floating solar energy production with hydropower production. They spoke to Pedro Oliveira from EDP Geração about the Projects goals and key innovations. Alqueva stands out for its pioneering approach to hybridisation. It's not just about combining solar and hydro: it's about intelligent management. The project serves as a real-world testing ground for the complementarity between renewable energy production and storage technologies. Here's how it achieves this: • The photovoltaic plant, batteries, and hydro are integrated into an intelligent management system; • The battery storage, with a capacity of around 2MWh, reinforces the project's innovative nature by allowing EDP to explore hydro-solar complementarity; • The battery uses mature lithium-ion technology, a proven and widely used solution in the global electricity sector. Credited by: Enlit Europe #EuropeanRenewableEnergy #FloatingSolarEnergy #HydropowerGeneration #EnergyHybridization #IntelligentEnergyManagement #RenewableEnergyIntegration #EnergyStorageTechnology #SustainableEnergyMix #GreenPowerFuture #CleanEnergyTesting #EDPGeneracion #RenewableEnergyVisit

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Esses robôs representam um grande salto na eficiência dos painéis!🔋☀️ These robots represent a huge leap in panel efficiency!🔋☀️ 🎥 AH Solar und PV Reinigung GmbH Hellmann #pv #clear #clearsolar #manutenção #manutencaosolar #energía #energiarenovaveis #energiasolar #Sustentabilidade #energialimpaesustentável #futuro #modulossolares #painelsolarfotovoltaico #instalaçãosolar

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Portugal is witnessing an accelerated energy transition. In the first trimester of 2024, 89% of all the electricity consumed was from renewable sources. But how will its distribution grid cope with such a growing capacity of clean electricity? Digitalisation and structural investments will be key. We asked our member of the Distribution & Market Facilitation Committee João Martins de Carvalho, Executive Board Member at E-REDES, to share what we need to achieve our decarbonisation goals 👇 At #PowerSummit24 next week, we will launch our #Grids4Speed study, which will highlight the common challenges across EU members and actions to take to ensure the distribution grid is ready to deliver the energy transition 👉 https://bit.ly/3TlMSqQ #energy #electricity #electrification #decarbonisation #energytransition

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🌞 Solar Photovoltaic Energy and Land Use in Portugal 🌳 In recent years, the rapid expansion of solar panel installations in Portugal has sparked debate about land use and forest preservation. This topic has gained significant attention in mainstream media. As Portugal aims to obtain investment to meet its ambitious renewable energy targets, concerns have arisen about the potential impact of large-scale solar projects on natural habitats and agricultural land. Photovoltaic has become the most competitive source of renewable electricity and is an important aspect for the coming expansion in renewable energy in the country. But are these concerns justified? Or are there other much more pressing issues when it comes to land use and management, e.g. land management and wild fires? Let’s break down the numbers: 👉 Current Capacity: 2,600 MW of solar capacity requires between 65 km² and 81.25 km², representing just 0.071% to 0.088% of the national territory. 👉 Expansion Scenarios: - 10GW: Requires 250 km² to 325 km², about 0.27% to 0.35% of the national territory. - 20GW: Requires 500 km² to 650 km², about 0.54% to 0.71% of the national territory. Let’s now see how does that compares with forest fires in Portugal, which is a serious yearly problem of land destruction, specially during the dry summer season. 👉 Forest Fires: - On average, 100,000 hectares (1,000 km²) of forest burn annually, equivalent to about 1.09% of Portugal's land area. Every single year! This comparison can be seen as unrelated, but also helps to out things in perspective. 1️⃣ Wildfires cause far more land destruction and forest loss than solar panel installations and they are a much more pressing issue when it comes to land management in Portugal. Nevertheless they do not get the same level of attention on media and on political agenda. 2️⃣ Solar energy significantly reduces CO2 emissions. In 2023, Portugal avoided approximately 1.5 million tons of CO2 thanks to solar energy. As opposed to forest fires that emit significant CO2. Globally, they can contribute up to 5% of total CO2 emissions. 3️⃣ Expanding solar capacity promotes energy independence and creates local jobs. 4️⃣ Many solar projects utilize non-productive land, minimizing impacts on agricultural and forest areas. Eventually they can also create, with the right regulations, initiatives from private agents that to protect their assets will also contribute to reduce wild fire in unpopulated areas, and actively participate in land management and fire protection measures. What do you think? What are the real threats to land use and forest preservation and how to do it while embracing the benefits of renewable energy? How can we better promote the coexistence of renewables, populations, landscapes, and agriculture? Sources: https://www.pordata.pt, https://ourworldindata.org, https://www.wri.org, https://lnkd.in/gGUcSxXn #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #Portugal #SolarEnergy #Environment

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The partnership between the Greenvolt Group and BlueFloat Energy for #FloatingOffshore wind development in Portugal is once again taking part in the Oceanic Renewables Summit #ORS2024, organised yesterday by APREN - Associação Portuguesa de Energias Renováveis, which took place in Lisbon. Nailia Dindarova, Chief Market Development Officer at BlueFloat Energy, led the presentation and shared the joint vision on the most suitable regulatory framework for offshore wind in Portugal being part of the panel with the theme “Designing the ideal auction model for #Portugal”. Given the country's potential in offshore electricity generation and the establishment of an industrial cluster for assembling and installing floating platforms, we consider this discussion with policy makers and industry peers crucial and timely ahead of Portugal's important offshore wind auction.

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Clean Energy Sparks Global Economic Growth! 🌍⚡ In 2023, clean energy surged, contributing a staggering USD 320 billion to the world economy. According to IEA, this impressive figure accounts for a remarkable 10% of global GDP growth—a testament to the pivotal role of sustainability in driving economic prosperity. ✨ #Voltalia #renewableEnergy #energy #renewable #greenenergy #energytransition

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Want to know how agriculture and renewable energy can coexist? 🌱⚡ Check out our latest blog post about Voltalia's agrivoltaic projects, where farming meets renewable energy production. Agrivoltaics offer a powerful solution to scale up renewable energy without land-use conflicts. Our innovative approach combines photovoltaic panels with agricultural land, generating electricity while supporting sustainable farming. Discover how Voltalia tackles the specific challenges and opportunities of each agrivoltaic project to create resilient and productive systems. 🌿 🔋 Ready to learn more? 👉 https://lnkd.in/gJHdByr4 #Voltalia #renewableEnergy #energy #renewable #greenenergy #energytransition

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📢 Navigating Legal and Fiscal Instability in Portugal: A Barrier to Investment on Green Transition and Cleantech Investing in Portugal is fraught with challenges, as highlighted by the CEO of Grupo José de Mello. Legal and fiscal instability creates an unpredictable environment, making long-term planning difficult, especially for sectors like clean energy and Cleantech industrialization, that require large amounts of capital and long-term returns. This instability deters both national and foreign investors. National capital, which is already limited, already struggles with these conditions, and the situation is even more challenging for attarcting the foreign investment crucial for our energy transition and industrial growth. The attractiveness of a location includes not just incentives, but also the speed of local authorities burocratic processes, areas where Spain and other European currently seem to have an advantage. The bureaucracy and lengthy permitting processes in Portugal are prone to delays in obtaining necessary permits and do stall projects and increase costs, further diminishing investment attractiveness. For Portugal to capitalize on its potential, we need to stabilize the legal and fiscal environment around these investments, and streamline bureaucratic processes. How can we better address these challenges to attract the investment we need? What steps should be taken to make Portugal more competitive in the European and global market to attract more industrial investment? #Investment #Portugal #LegalStability #FiscalStability #Cleantech #EnergyTransition #Industrialization #ForeignInvestment #Bureaucracy #PermittingDelays

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Voltalia Begins Construction of 49.9 MW Paddock Solar Project in the United Kingdom Voltalia, a renewable energy giant, has started constructing a 49.9-MW photovoltaic power plant in South East United Kingdom. The project is expected to meet the annual electricity consumption of over 14,385 average UK family homes and reduce the emission of  35,681 tonnes of CO2 annually. Production is expected in the second half of 2025. The electricity will be available for purchase under long-term Corporate PPAs.  “Voltalia has a portfolio of seven solar and storage facilities in operation or under construction in the UK with a total capacity of 260 megawatts. Our pipeline of future projects will fuel growth in the country, as well as service activities for third-party customers”, said Sébastien Clerc, CEO of Voltalia. Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/gE3f2cRY #solarenergy #alternativeenergy #solarpv #pvsolar #photovoltaic #cleanenergy #cleantech #climatechange #middleeast #africa #india #asiapacific #asia #europe #renewableenergy #renewableenergy #solarenergy #unitedkingdom #voltalia

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🇵🇹📣 Less than 2 weeks before the Lisbon Energy Summit & Exhibition starts! 📆 27-29 May 2024 📍 FIL - Feira Internacional de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal ➕ 3,000 expected visitors The Lisbon Energy Summit will be divided into 3 distinct conferences: - The Strategic Conference - The Hydrogen & Decarbonisation Conference - ClimateTech Find out more in our article👇 #LESummit #hydrogen #event #portugal

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Photovoltaic parks, which convert solar energy into electricity, have become an increasingly popular solution for renewable energy generation. However, one of the main challenges of this form of energy is its intermittence, since electricity generation depends on the availability of sunlight, which varies throughout the day and the seasons. In this context, lithium-ion batteries emerge as an effective solution to store the energy generated during periods of high production and make it available when demand is higher or when solar production is low. MCA #Construir Angola é responsabilidade de todos✌️

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Voltalia Announces the Start of Construction of 126MW Sarimay #SolarPower Plant. On this occasion, Voltalia Has Signed Two New #Storage Partnership Agreements: 1) the extension of the Sarimay complex with the addition of 50 MW/100MWh #batteries, and 2) the creation of a new 500 MW/ 1000 MWh battery complex. More: https://lnkd.in/d_gHN9yT Sardor Koshnazarov, Investa #renewables #solarenergy #solarpower #energysector #powersector #solarPV #PVsolar #greenfinance #ESGfinance #ESG #projectfinance #energystorage #Uzbekistan

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Portugal opens tender for hydrogen blending in gas network: Offering top prices of €127/MWh of renewable hydrogen and €62/MWh of biomethane, the “descending clock” auction price will decrease until bidders are unwilling to sell the gases at certain prices. #hydrogen #HydrogenNow #H2View

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Exciting News: Voltalia launches construction of the Paddock solar project in the UK! 🇬🇧 With a capacity of 49.9 MW, this photovoltaic power plant in the South East will soon be generating green energy. Projected to cover the annual electricity needs of over 14,385 UK homes and estimated to prevent the emission of 35,681 tonnes of CO2 annually, it's a significant step towards sustainability. 🌍 ☀️ Scheduled to commence production in the second half of 2025, the electricity will be supplied to companies under long-term sales contracts (corporate PPAs), contributing to a greener future. 🌱💡 #Voltalia #renewableEnergy #energy #renewable #greenenergy #energytransition

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