Tag: alternative energy
For the first time cheaper than hydrogen from natural gas
Dusseldorf Because hydrogen from renewable energies was more than twice as expensive as hydrogen from fossil natural gas, experts only expected a breakthrough for the future technology in five to…
“It’s interesting to do things that are considered impossible – you are forced to be creative”
Dusseldorf Bertrand Piccard is considered one of the greatest adventurers of our time. In 1999 he became the first person to circumnavigate the earth in a hot air balloon, 16…
It’s all happening to property owners now
Real estate in the vital district of Hanover The residential sector is one of the four most important energy consumption sectors in Germany. Frankfurt So much beginning was rare. “The…
“Ten percent savings is always possible” – Habeck calls for energy saving
Robert Habeck The Federal Minister of Economics is appealing to citizens to save energy with immediate effect. “It’s easy on the wallet and annoys Putin,” said Habeck. (Photo: dpa) Berlin…
Why oil and gas companies are becoming interesting again for investors
Images of a solar farm, a wind farm and an oil field Equity funds geared towards the energy sector are currently in demand among investors. Frankfurt Because of the war…
Why oil and gas companies are becoming interesting again for investors
Images of a solar farm, a wind farm and an oil field Equity funds geared towards the energy sector are currently in demand among investors. Frankfurt Because of the war…
Comment: Habeck convinces the entrepreneurs
Robert Habeck The minister appreciated by entrepreneurs. (Photo: IMAGO/Political Moments) Not long ago it was a nightmare vision for large parts of the economy: a green politician who could take…
Handelsblatt Green: What is the real benefit of saving energy?
Dusseldorf Germany’s dependence on energy imports from Russia is increasingly causing difficulties in view of the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine. Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Economics Minister Robert Habeck…
Shipping companies bring gas from wind and solar power into play
Dusseldorf Liquid gas LNG cost a cheap 47 euros per megawatt hour last year – at the end of March 2022 it broke through the price mark of 120 euros.…
When is a heat pump worthwhile?
air source heat pump An energy consultation can clarify which type of heat pump makes the most sense or whether other alternative heating systems could also be considered. (Photo: BHW-Bausparkasse/Diakin…
Start-up collects over 200 million euros
Philip Schroeder The entrepreneur wants to accelerate the energy transition. (Photo:فComma5) Stuttgart, Dusseldorf The Hamburg start-up 1Komma5 Grad has gained new prominent investors and is increasing its forecast. The platform,…
When is a heat pump worthwhile?
air source heat pump An energy consultation can clarify which type of heat pump makes the most sense or whether other alternative heating systems could also be considered. (Photo: BHW-Bausparkasse/Diakin…
Will the heat pump replace the boiler?
Dusseldorf There is turmoil in the heating market: “People are extremely nervous when it comes to oil and gas,” says Nicholas Matten, Managing Director of heating contractor Stiebel Eltron. Since…
Utilize the opportunities offered by competition in the electricity market
The starting point for the financing discussion was initially the sluggish expansion of renewables. Some did not want to believe that the obstacles to approval and construction of the plants…
LNG terminal in Wilhelmshaven should be ready in 2022
Wilhelmshaven The city in the north is becoming a veritable energy hub. (Photo: dpa) Berlin, Dusseldorf In north-west Germany, the first terminal for landing liquefied natural gas (LNG) could be…
The view of Europe is neglected
Renewable energies instead of coal power The expansion of renewable energies must be pushed ahead in order to reduce dependence on oil, gas and coal. (Photo: dpa) Berlin When he…
Boris Johnson wants to have up to eight new nuclear reactors built
Sizewell B nuclear power station in Suffolk A woman walks along the Sizewell B nuclear reactor in Suffolk. In addition, a new power plant Sizewell C is to be built.…
Electricity and heating: This is how homeowners achieve energy self-sufficiency
Solar system on the roof On balance, a family can produce as much electricity as it consumes in a year – but in winter it usually still has to draw…
RWE, Siemens and five other stocks defy the crisis market
Dusseldorf The Ukraine war has significantly worsened the starting position for many companies: Rising raw material costs, expensive electricity, disrupted supply chains and a lack of materials in view of…
China wants to secure its energy system
Asia Technonomics In the weekly column we take turns writing about innovation and economic trends in Asia. (Photo: Klawe Rzeczy) 72 percent of the oil that China consumes comes from…