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In a context of increasing dependence on Asian deposits and the crisis of New Caledonian mines, Genomines has raised funds to deploy its bioextraction technology, an emission-free alternative to traditional nickel extraction. Its founder, Fabien Koutchekian, co-founder of Genomines, discusses the complexities of an operation made challenging by the current hesitance of climate investors.

Anne Barrat - 24 November 2025

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Cascade Energy Enhances Agricultural Energy Flexibility with Yield Energy Acquisition

American company Cascade Energy strengthens its position in energy flexibility by acquiring Yield Energy, a California startup that transforms agricultural equipment – irrigation pumps, cold storage, and solar panels – into resources capable of adjusting their consumption based on the needs of the electrical grid.

SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "Cascade Energy Acquires Yield Energy to Expand Agricultural ..." - 12 August 2026

In Denmark, the heat from a data center will be used to grow greenhouse vegetables year-round

Nordic data center specialist atNorth and Danish group Selected Group will utilize the excess heat from the DEN02 campus in Ølgod to power a large greenhouse complex. The goal is to develop local vegetable production year-round while reducing carbon emissions associated with greenhouse heating and winter imports.

SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "atNorth and Selected Group to Power Danish Greenhouses With ..." - 12 August 2026

Agrivoltaics: A Key Lever for Agriculture in the Face of Climate Change

FRANCE. Agricultural chambers advocate for increased support for agrivoltaics, which is essential for the sustainability of farming operations. As hundreds of projects develop under the APER law framework, recent guidelines from the Energy Regulatory Commission threaten their economic viability. Agricultural chambers are calling for a revision of policies to ensure a stable and profitable future for this innovative sector.

Publié par CHAMBRE D'AGRICULTURE FRANCE, Source: Pleinchamp, published under the title "Agrivoltaïsme : Chambres d’agriculture France appelle l'État..." - 12 August 2026

Kerem Artuk, former researcher at PVLAB and now R&D engineer in sustainable energy at CSEM, received the inaugural Claude Nicollier Research Excellence Award for his contribution to the development of a perovskite-silicon triple junction solar cell that set a performance record.

Photovoltaics: A World Record of Over 30% Energy Conversion Efficiency for a Perovskite-Silicon Triple Junction Solar Cell

Kerem Artuk, former member of PVLAB and now R&D engineer in sustainable energy at CSEM (Swiss Center for Electronics and Microtechnology), has been honored with the Claude Nicollier Award for his contribution to a perovskite-silicon triple junction solar cell, achieving an energy conversion efficiency exceeding 30%. This project, carried out in collaboration with EPFL (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne) and other partners, marks a significant advancement towards next-generation photovoltaic technologies.

Source: Epfl, published under the title "Kerem Artuk, PVLAB Phd, receives the Claude Nicollier Resear..." - 13 July 2026

BASF Expands Its Range of Certified Bio-Based Additives to Reduce Carbon Footprint of Paints

The German company BASF has introduced three new certified biomass-based additives for architectural coatings, enabling manufacturers to reduce their carbon footprint while maintaining optimal performance. These products, compliant with the REDcert2 standard, replace fossil raw materials with renewable resources, thus facilitating the adoption of low-emission formulations without the need for reformulation.

Source: Basf, published under the title "BASF expands certified biomass-balanced additives portfolio ..." - 13 July 2026

"We can provide industries with heat exceeding 900°C": Fenix Energy aims to replace fossil gas in boilers with iron powder

The French start-up Fenix Energy, founded in Lyon, offers an innovative industrial boiler powered by iron powder, capable of delivering heat above 900°C. This process, based on the oxidation of iron particles, generates energy without emitting carbon dioxide, thus providing a sustainable alternative to fossil gas boilers.

Source: Usine Nouvelle, published under the title "«Nous pouvons fournir aux industriels une chaleur supérieure..." - 13 July 2026

One Year After Acquiring French McPhy, John Cockerill Unveils Innovative Electrolyzer Prototype

One year after acquiring French McPhy, Belgian-British industrial firm John Cockerill Hydrogen presents an innovative electrolyzer prototype, marking a significant advancement in the green hydrogen sector. This development is part of a synergy between the two companies, aimed at meeting the needs of a rapidly growing market for sustainable and renewable energy solutions.

Source: Usine Nouvelle, published under the title "«L’hydrogène vert sera inéluctable» : un an après le rachat ..." - 11 July 2026

"The Industrialization of Floating Turbines is Not Over": Despite the Successful Commissioning of Its Floating Wind Farm in the Gulf of Lion, Engie Faces Scaling Challenges

French company Engie, a pioneer in floating wind turbines in Europe, has successfully commissioned its first commercial farm but faces obstacles in industrializing this technology. After years of testing, the company must overcome technical and economic challenges to scale up, a major issue for the future of offshore renewable energy.

Source: Usine Nouvelle, published under the title "«L’industrialisation des flotteurs n’est pas terminée» : mal..." - 11 July 2026

Sustainable Construction: French Company Spurgin Expands Prefabricated Wood-Straw Production Capacity

In the context of a transition to sustainable building materials, French company Spurgin announces a four million euro investment for the industrialization of prefabricated wood-straw walls. This project, which includes a new 2500 m² production facility in Reugny, aims to meet the growing demand for bio-based construction solutions and strengthen the company's market position following the acquisition of Activ’Home.

Source: Usine Nouvelle, published under the title "Douze fois plus de panneaux par an : pour augmenter sa produ..." - 9 July 2026

Biomethane, Heat and CO₂: Methanization as a Decarbonization Lever for Horticultural Greenhouses in Australia

The Canadian company Anaergia Inc. has signed a contract to provide technology and equipment for an anaerobic digestion facility at Goodness Grown Farm in Australia. This innovative project, supported by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency, aims to process 120,000 tons of agricultural and commercial waste annually, generating over 100 terajoules of biogas. The recovered heat and CO₂ will be used for the energy needs of a nearby greenhouse.

SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "Anaergia Signs Contract for Anaerobic Digestion Facility at ..." - 8 July 2026