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How many birds are killed by offshore wind turbines? Scientists use thermal cameras to find out

A year-long study has observed millions of birds migrating across the North Sea to measure the threat of offshore wind farms.

Euronews · Oct 2

A Swedish company is transforming discarded wind turbines into tiny-solar powered homes and recycled skis

The challenge of decommissioned wind turbine blades is becoming increasingly prominent in Europe. The composite materials used in these blades are notoriously difficult to recycle, leading to significant landfill concerns. In response, various companies are working on inventive reuse projects that could transform these retired assets into valuable materials, underscoring…

The Times of India · Sep 19

This wind-turbine nacelle once sat atop a giant machine in the Dutch city of Eindhoven; designers turned the 10-metre-long retired shell into a tiny house

Nestle's most memorable achievement may therefore be its ability to change the way people see an object that would normally disappear at the end of a machine's life. A nacelle that once stood around 100 metres above the Austrian landscape has been brought down to earth and transformed into a…

The Economic Times · Sep 17

TotalEnergies buys €5.1bn stake in Czech tycoon’s power plants business

Daniel Křetínský to become a major shareholder in French oil firm as part of deal creating 50/50 joint venture

The Guardian - UK · Nov 17, 2025

Forget free EV chargers – Volvo is offering free home charging for a year if you buy one of its cars in Sweden

Volvo has launched a new offer for EV buyers that gives them a year's worth of free home charging –but it's only available in Sweden, for now.

TechRadar · Oct 21, 2025

Volvo Is Giving Some Of Its EV Owners Free Home Charging

I’ve heard of complimentary DC fast charging and complimentary home chargers, but this is a new one.

InsideEVs · Oct 21, 2025

Queens of influence: Meet the women shaping Europe's future

In its 28th year, the annual MPW list recognizes 100 women leading major global companies. This year, 21 listees are at the helm of European companies.

Fortune · May 23, 2025

Skis made from recycled turbine blades to hit the slopes

Carbon fibres extracted from decommissioned Vattenfall blades have been used to reinforce skis, enhancing their durability and performance.

Evening Standard · Mar 3, 2025

Great British Energy can become a major power generator, says its chair

Vision for company includes the potential to borrow its own money in order to rival multinationals

The Guardian - UK · Oct 16, 2024

Beneath offshore wind turbines, researchers grow seafood and seaweed

Researchers are exploring multiple uses for wind parks far out at sea, such as producing fresh seafood

The Independent UK · Jun 21, 2024