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Europe pushes to boost industrial competitiveness and decarbonization

Eurelectric, along with CEFIC (European chemicals) and European Aluminium, have outlined six key measures for improving Europe’s industrial competitiveness and advancing its decarbonization efforts.  The measures were discussed during the Antwerp Dialogues, a forum gathering industry representatives, power sector stakeholders, NGOs, unions, and think tanks. The Antwerp Declaration calls for urgent actions to reduce energy prices, eliminate barriers to infrastructure development, and secure strong public funding. Currently, electricity retail prices for the industrial sector in…

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EU grants €36 million to thyssenkrupp nucera for green hydrogen project

The European Union has allocated up to €36 million to thyssenkrupp nucera’s advanced Solid Oxide Electrolyzer Cell (SOEC) project, supporting the construction of a 300 MW green hydrogen production plant.  Utilizing SOEC technology licensed by Fraunhofer IKTS, the project leverages high-temperature electrolysis to produce green hydrogen and synthesis gas with enhanced efficiency and cost advantages for various industrial applications. This funding aligns with the EU’s climate objectives to promote energy efficiency, renewable energy, and technological…