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2025-06-23
More effective production of 'green' hydrogen with a new combined material
The chemical reaction to produce hydrogen from water is several times more efficient when using a combination of new three-layer materials, according to researchers at Linköping University in Sweden.
2025-06-23
President of the Republic enacts renewable targets for industry and transport
A diploma was approved that puts into practice one of the lines of the PRR reform and sets as targets for 2030 a minimum quota of 16% renewable energy in industry and 29% in the transport sector.
2025-06-23
It was an excess of tension that caused the blackout, but electric companies blame the Spanish grid.
The association that brings together the major power companies shifts the blame for the blackout to the Spanish network operator. "One cannot confuse cause with consequence." What failed was the control of voltage in the network.
2025-06-21
“How long will the reduced VAT measure for renewable energies be in effect?”
DECO expresses strong concern about the end of the reduced VAT rate (6%) applied to the purchase, delivery, and installation of renewable energy equipment, a measure that is valid only until June 30, 2025.
2025-06-20
Portugal is the second country in the EU with the highest share of renewable electricity at the beginning of 2025.
Portugal recorded the second highest percentage of electricity generated from renewable sources in the European Union in the first quarter of 2025, at 86.6%, according to data released by Eurostat.
2025-06-20
Five ideas to keep in mind about the unprecedented blackout of April 28
The Spanish Government's report on the Iberian blackout, published this week, provides a detailed account of what happened, draws several conclusions, and leaves recommendations.
2025-06-18
Spanish Red Electric blames electricity producers for the blackout
The operator of the electricity system in Spain rejects the accusations of "poor planning" directed by the government led by Sánchez. The electricity companies also deny any breach of obligations.
2025-06-18
'ADENE' presents pioneering study on Ocean Renewable Energies at Expo Osaka 2025
Nelson Lage announced this Wednesday, June 18, at the Expo 2025 Osaka, the development of the strategic study on the 'Portuguese Industry and Ocean Renewable Energies', which aims to position Portugal as a leader in the marine energy sector.
2025-06-18
Brazil leads the energy transition in Latin America; Portugal among the top ten in the world
The World Economic Forum report places Brazil in 15th place globally. Portugal ranks 10th, standing out in efforts for security, equity, and energy sustainability.
2025-06-18
Governments support the economic, social, and sustainability benefits of energy efficiency in a joint statement.
The statement was made after the discussions at the 10th Global Conference of the IEA on Energy Efficiency, which brought together nearly 700 participants from around 100 countries, including dozens of ministers and representatives from youth and labor...