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Grid Evolution
The business energy sector is entering a period defined by sustainability leadership, grid innovation, and accelerating clean-tech deployment. This edition highlights initiatives that show how organisations are adapting to shifting regulatory expectations and long-term decarbonisation goals. Looking back to 2025, ’Easydry wins Sustainable Energy Achievement in Water Usage’ at Business Energy Achievement Awards 2025 demonstrates how efficiency-focused innovation can deliver measurable environmental impact. That recognition sets the momentum for the 2026 awards, reinforcing the sector’s focus on sustainable practice. In addition, ’Energy Storage Ireland urges stronger commitments to long duration storage’ highlights the strategic importance of grid resilience. The call for expanded long-duration capacity reflects growing consensus on the role of storage in a stable, renewables-driven energy system. Meanwhile, ’Croatia’s highways set to get solar power and EV charging network’ showcases how large-scale infrastructure projects are accelerating the shift to clean mobility. The development underscores how integrated solar and EV solutions can reshape national transport networks. These stories illustrate a sector embracing innovation, resilience, and sustainable progress. Organisations driving these priorities are shaping the next chapter of business energy.
Easydry wins Sustainable Energy Achievement in Water Usage at Business Energy Achievement Awards 2025
After Easydry was recognised with the Sustainable Energy Achievement in Water Usage award at the 2025 Business Energy Achievement Awards, its innovation in compostable towels sets a benchmark for sustainability and low-carbon leadership in Ireland in 2026.
Vena Energy begins construction of large-scale battery storage in South Australia
Vena Energy has begun construction of the 204MW/408MWh Tailem Bend 3 BESS in South Australia, adjacent to existing solar and storage assets, with commissioning expected in 2027 to support net-zero renewable goals.
Croatia’s highways set to get solar power and EV charging network
Croatia’s Hrvatske Autoceste plans solar PV plants along the A3 highway to power facilities and EV chargers, targeting energy independence. Four sites (36 ha) will be designed by ETS Farago, with installation possible from 2027.
NI Water completes second phase of solar programme to cut emissions
Northern Ireland update: NI Water completes phase two of solar installations across five sites, adding to nearly 5,000 panels, cutting c.250 tonnes of carbon, and advancing its net-zero and energy security goals.
Irish wind industry backs infrastructure action plan to boost energy independence
Wind Energy Ireland welcomes the Accelerating Infrastructure Report, highlighting faster grid planning, clean electricity delivery, electrification support, and government commitment as key steps toward energy independence.
Energy Storage Ireland urges stronger commitments to long duration storage
Ireland energy sector updates: Rosslare Offshore Hub €220m, Celtic Interconnector progress, Dublin micro-tunnel grid upgrade, ILOS Energy 437MW solar expansion, Energy Storage Ireland urges 500MW by 2030.
Energy Resolve
Business energy is entering a decisive phase as countries and companies reassess how they produce, store and sustain power. This edition examines shifts in ambition, investment and technological leadership that reflect a sector navigating both complexity and opportunity. The debate surrounding Ireland’s long-duration storage future gains prominence as the 'energy storage sector calls for greater ambition in response to EirGrid’s reduced LDES proposal'. The discussion signals how storage capacity will influence grid resilience and highlights the importance of aligning national planning with long-term stability. Additionally, international dynamics also come into focus as the 'UAE’s 1B dollar pledge reshapes Yemen’s route to energy recovery.' The commitment strengthens essential infrastructure and demonstrates how targeted funding can restore confidence in systems weakened by conflict, while encouraging broader regional cooperation. Meanwhile, the recognition of 'Johnson and Johnson as the winner of Innovation in Decarbonisation - Large at the Business Energy Achievement Awards 2025' earlier this year illustrates how industry leaders are developing practical pathways to lower emissions. Moving into 2026, their achievement inspires others to adopt sustainable practices and reduce emissions. These stories collectively reveal a sector defined by policy recalibration, international investment and sustained corporate initiative.
Johnson and Johnson Wins Innovation in Decarbonisation - Large at Business Energy Achievement Awards 2025
Earlier this year, Johnson & Johnson was honoured with the Innovation in Decarbonisation – Large (over 1,000 employees) award at the Business Energy Achievement Awards 2025, setting a strong benchmark for sustainable operations heading into 2026.
UAE’s $1b pledge reshapes Yemen’s path to energy recovery
The UAE pledges $1bn to rebuild Yemen’s electricity sector, funding solar, wind, and grid upgrades to restore power, support economic recovery, and advance renewable energy amid ongoing post-conflict reconstruction.
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