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Russia is one of the leading countries in electricity production and consumption in the world. At the same time more than a half of electric power in the country (about 70%) is produced by thermal power plants. Where is usually used rather cheap organic fuel such as coal and oil. These are irreplaceable natural resources, […]
Sustainable energy development is on the Russian agenda Read More »
Meet Steven Vanholme or Merve Güngör from the EKOenergy Secretariat in the events below REC Market Meeting in Amsterdam, the Netherlands on 12-13 March 2019 (pre-conference on 11 March) The conference will focus on the ongoing energy transition and the role of consumers. Furthermore, the sessions will underline new market developments and methods to buy
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New environmental requirements for hydropower plants are published – EKOenergy seeks pioneers for piloting EKOenergy, the international ecolabel for renewable energy has revised its environmental requirements for hydropower plants. Now EKOenergy is seeking for pioneers of the sector to pilot how the new requirements work in practice. The new environmental requirements for hydropower plants concern
Vesivoima jakaa ilmastosta ja luonnosta huolestuneet kansalaiset. Toiset ostavat vesivoimalla tuotettua sähköä ilmastosyistä ja toiset karttavat sitä viimeiseen asti sen luontohaittojen vuoksi. Mistä mielipiteiden voimakas jakautuminen johtuu? Eräs syy voi olla yleistajuisen tiedon niukkuus. On tunnettua, että pato ilman kalatietä pysäyttää vaelluskalat. Mutta myös veden virtaus ja aineksen kulkeutuminen muuttuvat ja sen seurauksena myös jokien
Are we aware of the impacts of hydropower on nature? (in Finnish) Read More »
Rural communities looking for a source of electricity usually have very limited options. Though it is broadly agreed that solar generators are a cheaper option in the long run compared to diesel generators, diesel remains a very popular choice. Why is this and how can funds like the EKOenergy Climate Fund help address this issue?
Solar vs Diesel: why solar generators should power rural communities Read More »
Sempre più numerose sono le aziende che fissano degli obbiettivi riguardanti le energie rinnovabili e in aumento sono anche quelle che si uniscono all’iniziativa RE100. Ciò dimostra quanto sia importante, benché difficile, che le grandi aziende facciano richiesta di energia rinnovabile in quei paesi in cui il mercato energetico non è ancora stato liberalizzato o
Tre aspetti da considerare per l’acquisto di energia rinnovabile nei mercati emergenti Read More »
Il consumo di elettricità etichettata EKOenergy ha molti benefici concreti che derivano da due concetti astratti: addizionalità e sostenibilità. Il progetto dell’organizzazione Renewable World, supportato dal Fondo per il Clima di EKOenergy, mostra quali sono i tangibili effetti positivi che le comunità non raggiunte dalla rete elettrica traggono dall’avere accesso all’energia pulita. Manisara Sunar ha
I benefici di EKOenergy: Case study di un progetto del Fondo per il Clima in Nepal Read More »
While a strong economic driver, international tourism is also a burden on the fight against climate change. It is time for the sector to acknowledge its environmental responsibility and to transition to a more sustainable model. The total number of international travellers increased in 2017 for the eighth consecutive year, reaching 1,323 millions and breaking
Climate change and pollution: the toll of tourism Read More »
Spanish ecological supermarket chain Ecorganic has 5 shops in Spain that are powered by EKOenergy-labelled renewable electricity. In addition to being very conscious about their energy consumption, they even encourage their clients to conserve energy. Thanks Ecorganic for choosing environmentally sustainable, EKOenergy-labelled renewable electricity! Check out our user stories to see the interviews with EKOenergy
Spanish supermarket chain Ecorganic uses EKOenergy Read More »
The most important climate summit since Paris 2015 is due to be held in Katowice, Poland, this December. The 24th Conference of the Parties, COP24, will see the setup of a ‘rulebook’ detailing how nation-states will collectively realise their Paris Agreement commitments. What issues are at play and how might they be resolved at COP24?
COP24: what is happening and why is it important? Read More »
Il Conte Gelo is one of the breweries using EKOenergy-labelled renewable electricity through the Italian EKOenergy supplier ForGreen. Thanks Il Conte Gelo for taking environmental concerns into account during the whole process, from brewing to packaging, and going the extra mile by choosing EKOenergy-labelled renewables of course! Check out our user stories to see the
Italian craft brewery Il Conte Gelo uses EKOenergy Read More »
The advantage of hydropower is the renewability of the energy source. It also allows time-efficient adjustments in electricity production according to demand. Hydropower plants are relatively long-lasting. The disadvantages of hydropower are strong modifications of river habitats. Stream and riparian ecosystems are threatened. Migratory fish populations have become extinct in many rivers. The damming of
Leaflet “Good to know about hydropower” Read More »
Le energie rinnovabili sono state a lungo stigmatizzate in quanto troppo costose, non affidabili e poco reddittizie. Ciò nonostante oltre 150 fra le più grandi aziende multinazionali si dirigono verso quota 100% di energia rinnovabile. L’accordo di di Parigi è stato acclamato in tutto il mondo come vittoria del dialogo e della cooperazione internazionale. Tuttavia
Acquistare rinnovabili al 100% è il nuovo trend Read More »
Oggi, 1 novembre, i vegani di tutto il mondo si uniscono per celebrare la Giornata mondiale del veganismo. Questa è un’opportunità unica per condividere i benefici che tale stile alimentare e di vita possiede. Non si tratta infatti di una scelta solo a favore degli animali, ma anche a favore della nostra stessa salute e
Come combattere il cambiamento climatico in cucina Read More »
