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Mass Group Holding plans to invest €1 billion ($1.18 billion) in battery storage capacity in central Romania, marking the largest such investment to date. The 2.5 GW project aims to enhance grid stability amid increasing renewable energy output and declining conventional capacity. The company’s local unit, Mass Global Energy Rom, is also constructing a 1.7 GW power plant in Mintia, expected to begin operations in September. Romania's strategy aligns with EU carbon reduction goals and addresses energy security challenges post-Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Ibexa aims to consolidate fragmented marketing tools into a unified orchestration platform for improved efficiency. The company emphasizes privacy and data sovereignty, positioning itself as a European alternative in the martech sector dominated by U.S. firms. An internal AI Lab has been established to enhance marketing automation and integration.

goodcarbon has issued a global RFP for nature-based carbon removals on behalf of a food and beverage company aiming for its 2030 climate targets. The company seeks to contract up to 600,000 tCO2 of credits to be delivered between 2028 and 2030, prioritizing projects in sourcing regions. Submissions will be evaluated using a customized quality framework and a two-step screening process to ensure high environmental integrity and social safeguards.

Johnston County receives a $1.5 million grant from the Golden LEAF Foundation to expand its Workforce Development Center, enhancing biotechnology and automation training. The project will increase capacity by 25%, serving an additional 80 students annually and providing more opportunities for local industry training. The initiative is part of a broader funding package aimed at job creation across multiple counties in North Carolina.

Maplan and KUKA have signed a Letter of Intent to enhance their collaboration in elastomer automation. The partnership will integrate KUKA robotic arms into Maplan's MAP.mate product line, providing users with an expanded automation portfolio and seamless system solutions. Customers will gain access to a range of 6-axis and SCARA robots suitable for automated elastomer processes, integrated with the MAP.commander CC control platform, improving efficiency and flexibility.

Yuanhua Tech's HX Orthopaedic-Specific Robotic Arm achieved its first clinical success at West China Hospital, marking a significant milestone in the high-end medical equipment market. The robot, developed entirely in China, enhances surgical efficiency and accuracy with advanced technologies. With 12 products certified by NMPA and expanding into international markets, Yuanhua Tech is positioned to benefit from the growing demand in the surgical robot sector.

Lockheed Martin and Fujitsu signed a contract on February 12 for the procurement of power supply units for the SPY-7 radar, a key component of Japan's Aegis System Equipped Vessels. This agreement follows a prior MOU established in May 2025 and marks the first procurement deal between the companies. The SPY-7 radar supports Japan's missile defense strategy and will be integrated into the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force's ASEV program, with vessels expected to be commissioned in 2027 and 2028.

St Helens Borough Council and English Cities Fund have commenced construction of the St Helens Transport Interchange, utilizing low carbon steel sourced from Italy. This sustainable material will be used in 90% of the build, enhancing durability and environmental efficiency. The £35 million project is funded by £32 million from the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority and £3.25 million from the Government's Towns Fund.

Google has confirmed the $10 billion Project Mica in Northland, marking one of the largest development packages in the city's history. The project will include five data center buildings, with the first phase expected to take 18 months. Google will cover energy costs under an agreement with Evergy and will qualify for the company's Large Load Power Tariff. Project Mica includes $1.75 million in workforce funding, supporting local education and career centers. The campus may require up to 500 megawatts of energy at full capacity.

Umbra, a U.S. space technology company, will invest $6.75 million to establish a 20,000 square-foot facility in Reston, Fairfax County. This expansion is expected to create over 100 high-tech jobs and enhance U.S. space innovation. The project is supported by a $500,000 grant from the Commonwealth of Virginia and assistance from the Virginia Jobs Investment Program.

Nebius, a Dutch company, plans to transform the former Bridgestone factory in Béthune, Pas-de-Calais, into a 26,000 m² data center with a maximum capacity of 240 megawatts. The project, supported by Azur Datacenter, aims to be one of Europe's most powerful sites, with operations commencing in July. The total investment may reach nearly 10 billion euros, with 1.5 billion already allocated for the site's transformation. The first phase will achieve 120 MW by late 2026 and 240 MW by late 2027.

BAR Technologies warns that the rise of fragmented regional emissions trading schemes is complicating compliance for the maritime sector and hindering decarbonisation efforts. With over 30 emissions trading systems in operation or development globally, shipowners face conflicting obligations. The company calls for a single, globally agreed carbon policy and promotes its WindWings® technology for immediate emissions reductions and fuel savings. BAR emphasizes the urgency of action to prevent regulatory paralysis and ensure the industry can invest in scalable solutions.

Komatsu North America has reached an agreement to acquire SRC of Lexington, a remanufactured components supplier based in Kentucky. This acquisition aims to strengthen Komatsu's remanufacturing operations in North America, addressing growing demand for reman solutions. SRC specializes in remanufacturing products for construction, mining, natural gas, and power generation markets. The deal is anticipated to close by the end of February 2026, subject to customary conditions.

The $271 million Piscataway Bioenergy Project in Accokeek, Maryland, processes biosolids from wastewater treatment to produce renewable natural gas (RNG) for Montgomery County's Ride On bus system. Opened in October 2024, the facility utilizes anaerobic digestion to capture methane gas, reducing greenhouse gas emissions for nearly 2 million residents. A contract with Montgomery County allows for the purchase of RNG, aligning with the county's Zero Emission Bus Transition Plan aimed at achieving zero emissions by 2035.

The Jordanian Ministry of Environment, in collaboration with UNDP, conducted a climate workshop in Petra to advance the Kingdom's agenda ahead of COP31 in Turkey. The workshop focused on translating COP30 outcomes into actionable projects, emphasizing climate finance, green economy transitions, and youth and community engagement. Participants discussed aligning Jordan's national strategy with the Belem implementation package, while preparing for an updated Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC 3.0). A policy roadmap was formulated, prioritizing electricity storage, water-energy-food nexus, and green hydrogen initiatives.

The Dan Beard Council inaugurated the Dever Family Foundation Skilled Trades Education Center on January 24 to enhance workforce training for youth. Located at Camp Friedlander, the 10,000-square-foot facility aims to provide hands-on learning in various trades, including automotive maintenance, carpentry, and welding. The center will serve as a year-round hub, promoting skill development and partnerships with local organizations to support community education initiatives.

OpenStar Technologies, a fusion startup in New Zealand, aims to develop a commercial-scale nuclear fusion reactor. Led by CEO Ratu Mataira, the company is focusing on a levitated dipole fusion reactor to harness deuterium plasma. The role of human intuition in scientific progress is emphasized, contrasting with machine learning and AI, which lack the ability to ask questions or conduct experiments. The article discusses how intuitive reasoning aids scientific discovery, particularly in complex fields like nuclear physics and quantum mechanics.

Taiwan is enhancing its circular economy through new laws, green funding, and AI technologies, targeting a regional hub status by 2050. The environment ministry has invested in resource recycling technologies and aims to double resource productivity while reducing material use by 30%. The circular economy sector grows at 9% annually, contributing TW$168.8 billion (US$5.3 billion) to the green technology industry, which is valued at TW$512.3 billion (US$16.3 billion). A green growth fund of TW$10 billion (US$318 million) is also being established to support corporate transitions.

Sarda Energy & Minerals aims for an EBITDA of ₹2,000 crore in FY26, up from ₹1,250 crore in FY25. The growth is driven by operational efficiency and mining expansion, particularly in the energy segment. The company plans to double its mining capacity and has commissioned a 24.9-MW hydropower project in Raigad. Additionally, SEML is developing a 50-MW solar project and increasing coal production at Gare Palma IV/7 from 1.68 million tonnes to 1.80 million tonnes, with further coal asset approvals in progress.

The Ministry of Earth Sciences and the Government of Puducherry signed a Memorandum of Understanding to advance marine research and blue economy initiatives. The five-year agreement focuses on sustainable marine fisheries, offshore wind energy, desalination technologies, ocean climate monitoring, coastal management, and marine spatial planning.