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Italian crane manufacturer Omis uses EKOenergy

Omis is one of Europe’s largest crane manufacturers. They apply efficiency and ingenuity to the manufacturing of crane solutions for all kinds and size of applications: overhead travelling cranes, jibs and light crane systems, large capacity, automated and heavy-duty industrial cranes. We are happy that Omis has taken an extra step by choosing EKOenergy-labelled renewable […]

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Leading EV charging network Virta uses EKOenergy

Customer preference in favour of charging electric vehicles with renewables In Europe, transport emissions account for one-fifth of all greenhouse gas emissions – and 78% of them come from road transport. A customer survey conducted by EV charging network operator Virta in December 2021 showed that almost 80% of the respondents would prefer to charge

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The town of Espartinas sets an example with their choice of EKOenergy

Espartinas, a town in the sunny region of Seville (Andalusia) in Spain, is the first town that uses EKOenergy from their on-site solar installation to power their public administration buildings and schools! The EKOenergy ecolabel is for the consumed volumes of renewable energy, including energy that is produced on-site for self-consumption. In addition to individuals

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2022’s first call for EKOenergy Climate Fund projects

Background – Funding for solar and wind energy projects in developing countries In order to bring additionality to consumers’ choice of renewable energy and help realise Sustainable Development Goal 7 (affordable, clean energy for all), the EKOenergy ecolabel raises funds for new renewable electricity projects in developing countries and regions. For each MWh of sold

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Cristina Los Arcoz Llaneza from Espartinas and Jose Antonio Munoz from Quantica

Spanish municipality Espartinas uses EKOenergy from their on-site installation

The municipality of Espartinas, Ayuntamiento de Espartinas in Seville, Spain uses EKOenergy-labelled renewable electricity! The solar energy they use comes from their on-site solar panels, installed by licensed EKOenergy seller Quantica Renovables. Thanks for using the EKOenergy name and logo in your communications! To learn more, check out our user stories to see interviews with EKOenergy

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Iliad Group: Now powered with 100% EKOenergy-labelled electricity

100% renewable electricity with extra criteria to guarantee sustainability and additionality The Iliad Group is a fast-growing European provider of telecommunication services, with main activities in France, Italy and Poland. Their operations as a mobile phone service provider include prepaid sim cards, internet access and hosting services. Last year, the Iliad Group decided to switch

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Young Energy Trailblazer Award – Vote now for EKO-Merve

Vote for Merve Güngör from EKOenergy with just 2 clicks Merve Güngör, who has been working at EKOenergy’s Secretariat since 2016, is one of three finalists shortlisted for the EU Sustainable Energy Awards 2021 in the Young Energy Trailblazer category. The award recognises outstanding activities carried out by young people (under 35) which advance the

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EKOenergy ecolabel: 1 tool to cover 5 dimensions of leadership

Our recent publication, EKOenergy ecolabel: 1 tool to cover 5 dimensions of leadership in the transition to 100% renewable energy explores how choosing EKOenergy-labelled energy contributes to the five dimensions of leadership as identified in the paper Business leadership in the transition to renewable electricity, published in 2020 by the RE100, the Climate Group and

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Pampers Harmonie pants use EKOenergy-labelled renewable electricity

Pampers Harmonie nappies are made with environmentally sustainable, EKOenergy-labelled renewable electricity. The nappies are also made from high quality cotton, soft fibers of vegetable origin, and other carefully selected components. Thanks Pampers for amplifying the positive impact of your renewable electricity choice with EKOenergy! You can learn more on the Pampers Harmonie website. Check out

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Primeira Chamada para Projetos Climáticos – Janeiro de 2021

Financiamento para projetos de energia solar e eólica em países em desenvolvimento Para adicionar à escolha dos consumidores de energia renovável, e ajudar na realização da Meta de Desenvolvimento Renovável 7 (energia limpa e acessível à todos), o rótulo ecológico EKOenergy levanta fundos para novos projetos de eletricidade renovável em países e regiões em desenvolvimento.

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A abordagem de EKOenergy aos créditos exclusivos e a prevenção à contagem dupla

Introdução O Guia do Protocolo de Gases de Efeito Estufa – Âmbito 2 é o conjunto de regras mais usado e reconhecido internacionalmente. Suas exigências para rastreamento de energia também formam a base das exigências para o rastreamento do rótulo ecológico EKOenergy, assim como o CDP e as diretrizes do RE100. Um crescente número de

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Jovens pela ação climática: Good Energies Alliance Ireland e EKOenergy

Good Energies Alliance Ireland (Aliança Boas Energias Irlanda) e EKOenergy são duas ONGs ambientais operando dentro da rede do European Solidarity Corps (Corpo Europeu de Solidariedade), e como ambos têm como missão central energia sustentável e ação climática,, nós decidimos começar a colaborar mais estreitamente em direção às nossas metas em comum. Acreditamos que a

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