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📢Shaping transformation together. On the occasion of DEG‘s Supervisory Board meeting yesterday, a workshop on transformation was held together with two long-standing DEG clients. Daniel Calderon, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Alcazar Energy Partners, and Moritz J. Weig, Managing Partner of German family-owned paper manufacture WEIG-Gruppe demonstrated how investments in transformation strengthen their sustainable business success. ✔️Alcazar Energy has a strong track record in investing in and developing renewable energy projects in the Middle East, Northern Africa and now also in the Western Balkans. Daniel Calderon explained how they carefully design the developing phase of new projects taking the local communities, ESG-topics, the overall situation and the existing energy mix in the country into account. ✔️WEIG-Gruppe produces paper products in Germany and for more than 40 years also in Paraguay in three product lines recycling, board and packaging. Moritz J. Weig illustrated their circular economy production process. ✔️Skilled people are an important success factor for both companies. They showed that investments in empowering local communities and also in continuous learning of their employees across continents are of great value. ✔️Daniel Calderon and Moritz J. Weig are thankful for DEG’s long-term finance and Business Support Solutions of DEG Impulse that enhance a successful sustainable development of their companies over years. ❕Have a look at DEG’s Impact/Climate Commitments ➡️ https://lnkd.in/er9qDMQn Transformation – the support of our clients on their own transformative journeys towards positive impact and more climate resilience - is the third pillar besides our commitments to impact and to combating climate change. #teamdeginvest #fin4dev #ImpactInvesting

As March draws to a close, we are excited to shine a spotlight on the incredible achievements of our members this month. Here's a roundup of their accomplishments, highlighting their work driving our industry forward and delivering innovative solutions. 🔬Scott Bader and Thomas Swann win Government funding for resource efficiency. Both companies were among 18 projects selected in the Resource Efficiency for Materials and Manufacturing (REforMM) collaborative R&D competition. ▶ https://lnkd.in/eU-H5jQR 🌱Ammonia to Hydrogen Yara UK. The “world’s largest and most efficient” ammonia-to-hydrogen conversion project has been launched by a consortium led by Gemserv, a Talan Company. ▶ https://lnkd.in/eFCUGCdc 🛢️Approval granted for SAF refinery at Teesworks - Willis Sustainable Fuels confirm their intention to deploy their Carbonshift PtL SAF Technology in Tees Valley – home of the UK’s largest chemicals hub. Another example of chemistry delivering net zero, this time through the innovative use of other people’s waste. ▶ https://lnkd.in/d6-upneY 🌐 TriRx Pharmaceutical Services, LLC on the Today programme talking about UK investment zones and long-term growth. ▶ https://lnkd.in/d8pVRcmn #chemicalindustry #netzero #sustainability #hydrogen #innovation #chemistry

📚 It is a pleasure to contribute to such a needed, innovative and perspective topic as life cycle assessment, especially the energy sector, its sustainability and safety to nature, economy and society. 🔋 🌎 #LifeCycleAssessment #batteries #greenenergy #sustainability

My Intro to CleanTech!

Happy New Year! Just before the year ended, Philip Siu, the CEO of our portfolio company EcoCeres, Inc. shared an insightful blog post on World Economic Forum blog. He discussed solutions for restoring the carbon balance by turning biomass wastes into sustainable fuels. Currently, EcoCeres is producing around 1,000 tons of biofuels each day, including HVO and SAF, making it one of the most credible SAF producers in the world. Additionally, EcoCeres produced and shipped its first cellulosic ethanol to the European market in May 2023, marking a breakthrough achievement in converting lignocellulosic agricultural waste back to its original sugar form. This success paves the way for further conversion of ethanol into SAF. #sustainability #energytransition #SAF

Neste Corporation, a global leader in sustainable fuels and renewable feedstock solutions, has announced Heikki Malinen as its incoming President and CEO, effective November 2nd, 2024. Malinen, with an impressive academic background including an MSc in Economics and an MBA from Harvard University, brings a wealth of experience to his new role. Malinen, currently serving on Neste’s Board of Directors, expressed optimism about the company's future, highlighting the transformative growth expected in sustainable aviation fuels, polymers, and chemicals sectors. His leadership stint as President and CEO at Outokumpu Corporation since 2020 underscores his strategic acumen and people-centric approach. Matti Kähkönen, Chair of Neste’s Board of Directors, lauded Malinen’s strategic prowess and global experience across various industries, emphasizing his role in driving differentiated strategies and operational efficiencies. The transition will see Neste’s current President and CEO, Matti Lehmus, continue until Malinen officially assumes office. Lehmus’s tenure has witnessed significant milestones in Neste's sustainability journey. The appointment of Heikki Malinen reflects Neste’s commitment to sustainable innovation and strategic leadership, aligning with industry trends and global sustainability goals. For detailed insights and updates, visit our blog. #AvfoilNews #NesteCorporation #HeikkiMalinen #SustainableFuels #RenewableEnergy #LeadershipTransition #SustainabilityLeaders #CorporateNews

I am pleased to share with you our perspective on the current situation in the #European #chemicalindustry, how it is impacting #chemicalparks, and what is necessary to address challenges ahead. Sustainability and the European feedstock & energy crisis are fundamentally changing the competitiveness of tenants and site operations. In essence, the chemical industry in Europe requires a transformation and we see already many companies taking short-term cost measures but also planning for long-term restructuring. Clearly now is the time for #chemicalparks to challenge some of the established paradigms around portfolio, business models and organization, pushing fresh ideas for transformative actions.  #bcg #chemicalindustry #energiekrise #transformation Marcus Morawietz Matthias Baeumler

Curious about the leading companies in cleantech? We're excited to share that Sensorfact, one of our graduates, has earned a spot on the Cleantech Group's 2024 Global Cleantech 100 list.🔥 This list features innovative companies offering cleantech solutions to address the world’s most pressing challenges. Sensorfact's mission is reducing waste in industrial companies through smart monitoring solutions. Eager to explore the full list and discover other leading companies? Download the report here👇

💡 Dive into our latest thought leadership article and explore the future of the Blue Economy 🌊 As the world balances economic growth and sustainability, the Blue Economy offers a promising path forward. From marine biotechnology to offshore renewable energy, read how ocean-related activities are shaping a sustainable future. 🌐 Discover key insights on investment strategies, challenges, and Luxembourg’s role in advancing this essential sector. Read more and download here: https://lnkd.in/eMgy-ues Stefanie Lindenberg | Pierre-Yves Jahan | Isabelle Delas | Viola Strotz #BlueEconomy #OurOcean #Sustainability

The Directors' Institute is pleased to congratulate Sanjeev Talwar, a Consultant at Flovel Energy. We are proud to announce that he is now a certified ESG expert. He also has a CPD-accredited certification that is recognized in over 40 countries, so he can now look for opportunities around the world. Sanjeev Talwar, Congrats on this next step in your career and all of the growth, connections, and opportunities that come with it. Your hard work and perseverance have paid off. The Directors' Institute - World Council of Directors is glad to release this certificate dated December, 02nd 2023, vide no ESG-2023-D0920212 #Directorinstitute #independentdirectors #boardofdirectors #globalboardmember #work #career #growth #connections #opportunities #esg #CorporateGovernance, #BoardOfDirectors,#SEBI,#IndependentDirectors, #IndependentDirectorsRoles,#GovernanceBestPractices, #IndependentDirectorsNomination, #BoardOversight, #IndependentDirectorsTraining, #IndependentDirectorsAppointment, #IndependentDirectorsGuidelines, #IndependentDirectorsQualifications, #ESG, ##ESGInvesting,#ESG, #SustainableInvesting, #Sustainability, #SustainableDevelopmentGoals,#SEBI, #NonExecutiveDirector, #BoardofDirectors,#IndependentDirectorResponsibility