Alina Oprea
| 5 April, 2023 at 5:36 PM
Alstom presents the train that will be able to run on non-electrified sections with energy stored in batteries. Alstom and Irish Rail presented a life-size model of the X'Trapolis train, which will be able to run on non-electrified sections of the railway with the help of energy stored in batteries. Alstom's X'trapolis suburban modular train has been sold in over 6,000 units worldwide. Modern fleet of trains will increase the transport capacity and the pace of decarbonization will accelerate.
Alina Oprea
| 3 April, 2023 at 10:36 AM
Bucharest City Hall buys 7 electric minibusses for RON 10.25 million (€2 million). The purpose of the purchase is to ensure an accessible, efficient, and ecological public passenger transport service and to improve the conditions for the use of non-motorized modes of transport in the administrative area of the established partnership, to reduce CO2 equivalent emissions from transport.
Alina Oprea
| 31 March, 2023 at 2:28 PM
The number of electric cars registered in the Republic of Moldova by individuals doubled last year, to 700 units. The number of electric and hybrid cars exceeded 27,500 at the end of last year, according to data from the Agency for Energy Efficiency (AEE).
Alina Oprea
| 27 March, 2023 at 6:48 PM
ProCredit Bank launches the ProGreen Auto Credit for individuals who want to purchase a new fully electric or plug-in hybrid car. The bank has entered into a partnership with EVconnect, one of the main providers of charging solutions for electric cars; customers benefit from free electric charges for the first 1,000 kilometers traveled.
Alina Oprea
| 24 March, 2023 at 2:21 PM
ABB E-mobility co-develops optimal e-truck charging solution as part of the EU project. The NextETRUCK project is developing new e-concepts for trucks with medium freight haulage by the end of 2025 as part of the EU research program 'Horizon Europe'. The project aims to make those designated truck fleets emission-free, cost-efficient, and seamless to manage.
Alina Oprea
| 23 March, 2023 at 5:57 PM
Electric vehicles are expected to reach 55% of total global vehicle sales by 2030, but lack of collaboration could impact adoption and decarbonization goals, according to a study from EY and Eurelectric. The study underscores the need for a collaborative and coordinated response from eMobility ecosystem players in pursuit of decarbonization goals, with utilities, in particular, playing a pivotal role.
Alina Oprea
| 17 March, 2023 at 10:49 AM
Interest in electric and hybrid cars is growing, supported by lower fuel costs. Most consumers prefer to charge their car at home, according to a Deloitte study. On the other hand, range concerns, charge time, and lack of charging infrastructure remain the main reasons why consumers are reluctant to electric vehicles.
Alina Oprea
| 16 March, 2023 at 8:25 AM
Romania to get €16 million from the European Commission for mobility projects. 26 projects from 12 member states are selected to benefit from subsidies worth €188.8 million to finance the construction of charging points and refueling stations hydrogen.
Alina Oprea
| 15 March, 2023 at 9:54 AM
Starting this year, the National Environmental Guard will be equipped with 46 drones equipped with sensors and equipment for inspection and control. They will provide information in a timely manner from various events with an impact on the environment and will become an essential tool in the daily activity of environmental commissioners, says Minister Tánczos Barna.
Alina Oprea
| 8 March, 2023 at 12:11 PM
An association of companies from Turkey is the winner of the tender for the realization of Metro Line 1, which will cost €1.8 billion. One of the construction companies executed metro works in Dubai, but also in Poland and Sweden. The metro line is 21.03 km long, with 19 underground stations and 1 above-ground depot.
Alina Oprea
| 8 March, 2023 at 8:28 AM
The mayor of Cluj-Napoca, Emil Boc, announced that the municipality is buying 18 electric buses, based on a contract worth €16 million. The auction has already been completed and the delivery period is 12 months.
Alina Oprea
| 7 March, 2023 at 11:06 AM
Autonom orders 200 electric cars worth €10 million and is speeding up the fleet electrification process. Last fall, Autonom received €15 million in financing from the European Investment Bank for the expansion of the fleet of electric and hybrid cars.
Alina Oprea
| 7 March, 2023 at 8:40 AM
Alstom's objective is to reduce the energy consumption of its solutions by 25% by 2025, compared to 2014.
Alina Oprea
| 6 March, 2023 at 9:08 AM
Tarom allocates resources to achieve an ambitious goal of zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The company mentions that it understands that climate change is real and requires immediate action.
Alina Oprea
| 2 March, 2023 at 3:02 PM
Bolt is committed to safety and education of e-scooter users, as well as maintaining close cooperation with the authorities. The Bolt Commitment is comprised of nine major themes essential to safe e-scooter travel.
Alina Oprea
| 1 March, 2023 at 8:51 AM
The subway transport company from Bucharest, Metrorex, has launched a tender for the purchase of electricity for one year in the electronic public procurement system. It is advantageous who offers more energy from renewable sources.
Alina Oprea
| 28 February, 2023 at 11:35 AM
The Minister of Development, Cseke Attila, announced that cycling routes to be built in Romania in 14 counties of Romania. The cycling routes are aimed at encouraging sustainable and environmentally friendly tourism, as well as increasing the accessibility of tourist areas.
Alina Oprea
| 27 February, 2023 at 1:12 PM
Olimpia Parking is the first parking in Romania that implemented ABB's latest building automation and EV charging technology.
Alina Oprea
| 23 February, 2023 at 2:30 PM
Sales of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) in the key European markets rose by 28% in 2022 from the previous year while global BEV sales grew by 70% year-on-year in 2022. It is estimated that electric vehicles beat internal combustion vehicles in terms of total cost of ownership, even at current electricity prices, according to PwC.
Alina Oprea
| 22 February, 2023 at 8:11 AM
ALD, a subsidiary of Societe Generale, takes a $400 million loan from IFC to expand its fleet of ”green” vehicles with the potential to reduce carbon emissions by up to 22,180 tons per year by 2026 in emerging markets, including in Romania.
Alina Oprea
| 21 February, 2023 at 5:43 PM
The Timisoara North railway station has officially entered into repairs and modernization. CFR will invest RON 21.03 million (€ 4.2 million) excluding VAT, in facade and roof works. All electrical installations will be replaced, cooling installations and photovoltaic panels will be installed.
Alina Oprea
| 17 February, 2023 at 2:53 PM
A cycling route that starts from the Apuseni Mountains will connect the Romanian counties of Bihor, Alba and Cluj via bike paths. In this way, 227 kilometers of bicycle paths will be arranged. The estimated total value of the project is €18.7 million, financed by European funds.
Alina Oprea
| 17 February, 2023 at 9:12 AM
The registrations of ecological cars in Romania increased by 61.2% in January, compared to the similar period in 2022. They now have a market share of 22% of the total, according to the Automobile Manufacturers and Importers Association (APIA).
Alina Oprea
| 14 February, 2023 at 12:54 PM
The first inter-regional electric frame of the 37 to be produced by Alstom for Romania will arrive at the Railway Testing Center in Faurei in July 2023.
