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Ucaneo opens Germany’s largest direct air capture plant in Berlin
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Ucaneo has opened Germany’s largest direct air capture facility in Berlin-Marzahn, a 150-tonne-a-year plant that pulls CO2 from ambient air and can permanently store part of it underground.
Environmental allergy monitoring market seen reaching $1.36 billion by 2030
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The environmental allergy monitoring market is projected to grow from $0.83 billion in 2026 to $1.36 billion by 2030, driven by AI-powered prediction tools, IoT wearables and smart city monitoring networks.
Environmental test equipment market seen topping $5.64 billion by 2030
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The global environmental test equipment market is projected to rise from $2.82 billion in 2025 to $5.64 billion by 2030, driven by automakers, EV makers and stricter product testing requirements.
Ucaneo opens Germany’s largest direct air capture plant in Berlin
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Ucaneo inaugurated Germany’s largest direct air capture facility in Berlin-Marzahn, a plant designed to remove 150 metric tons of CO2 a year and supply high-purity carbon for storage and industry.
Europe dominates 2026 Global Passport Index as Sweden stays No. 1
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Global Citizen Solutions says nine of the world’s ten strongest passports are European in its 2026 Global Passport Index, with Sweden ranked first for a third straight year.
Validata Group deploys AI payment reconciliation for major Southeast Europe utility group
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Validata Group said it has implemented an AI-powered payment reconciliation system for a large energy, technology and utilities group in Southeast Europe, connecting DIAS, bank statements, billing and SAP. The rollout is meant to speed payment…
mci group tops 581.7 million euros in 2025 revenue and makes Spain its AI hub
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mci group said it ended 2025 with 581.7 million euros in revenue and 40.2 million euros in EBITDA, while naming Spain as the base for its global AI development team.
Drone cleaning gains ground in Germany's building maintenance market
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German facility managers are increasingly using spray drones to clean facades, rooftops and solar panels as a way to cut setup time, reduce street disruption and avoid the cost of scaffolding and rope access.
Germany’s UWG changes could force employer seals to prove certification
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Germany will tighten rules for sustainability labels on September 27, 2026, and the change may also sweep in employer seals used in recruiting and branding.
World Cup’s climate toll puts adaptation in focus
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup across the United States, Canada and Mexico is expected to generate about 9 million tonnes of CO₂, making it the most carbon-intensive tournament in football history.
EU deepens Central Asia push with EIB office in Tashkent
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The European Investment Bank’s new regional office in Tashkent signals a shift from EU statements to on-the-ground financing in Central Asia. The move could accelerate infrastructure, energy and digital projects in Uzbekistan and strengthen the…
Environmental technology market to reach $1.2 trillion by 2032
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Environmental technology demand is rising as governments tighten rules, companies set climate goals, and investors fund cleaner infrastructure.
Germany to tighten rules on sustainability and employer seals in September 2026
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Germany will enforce new EU-backed rules on 27 September 2026 that tighten standards for sustainability labels and, in some cases, employer seals used in the German market.
Qoobiss says EU AMLR will force firms to prove controls work
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Qoobiss says the EU’s Anti-Money Laundering Regulation, which takes full effect in July 2027, will move compliance from having controls to proving how those controls work.
The Frank Co launches green claims audit for fashion brands ahead of EU rules
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The Frank Co. has launched a Green Claims Audit to help fashion brands prepare for the EU’s ECGT Directive, which takes effect Sept. 27, 2026. The service is designed to flag risky sustainability claims, tighten evidence standards and reduce…
MetalCorten Garden targets France’s durable landscaping market ahead of summer
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MetalCorten Garden is expanding in France with modular outdoor architecture in authentic corten steel, aimed at homeowners and landscape professionals seeking durable, low-maintenance materials.
Chinese brands use roadshow trailers to speed Europe expansion
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Midea, BYD, Polestar, Omoda, Jaecoo and Chery are using The Clear Idea’s mobile showcase units to launch and sell products across the UK and Europe.
Shufti, Evrotrust link identity checks to qualified signatures across EU onboarding
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Shufti and Evrotrust have teamed up to combine identity verification and Qualified Electronic Signatures in one onboarding flow across the 27 EU member states.
New European Bauhaus Festival 2026 heads to Brussels with free public events
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The New European Bauhaus Festival returns to Brussels from June 9-13, 2026, with a free program focused on affordable housing, neighborhoods and shared spaces.
Elena Heber places second in Europe’s Innovator Awards
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The European Commission named the winners of the 12th European Prize for Women Innovators in Brussels on June 24, 2026. German entrepreneur Elena Heber, co-founder and CEO of HelloBetter, took second place in the flagship EIC category for digital…
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