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European companies increasingly linking sustainability to business resilience
New research from ISG finds that European companies are increasingly integrating sustainability considerations into broader business-resilience strategies. The 2026 ISG Provider Lens Digital Sustainability report examines how organisations are using digital technologies to address sustainability objectives alongside operational and business requirements. “European companies need sustainability programs that can adapt as conditions change,” commented Matthias Paletta, director at ISG.
ENGIE, CMA CGM plan biomethane plant at Le Havre
ENGIE and CMA CGM have agreed to develop a biomethane production facility at Le Havre, with production planned from 2029,. The plant is expected to produce around 7,000 tonnes of biomethane annually for CMA CGM’s shipping fleet, with CMA CGM investing alongside ENGIE through its PULSE energy fund. The companies are developing the project to provide renewable fuel for maritime transport. “With the construction of this new facility, we are pursuing our ambition to expand biomethane production capacity in support of the energy transition,” said Catherine MacGregor, chief executive, Engie.
Hy24 agrees to acquire EDF hydrogen subsidiary Hynamics
Hy24 has signed an agreement with EDF Pulse Ventures to acquire Hynamics, EDF’s low-carbon hydrogen subsidiary. Hynamics develops hydrogen projects for industrial and heavy-transport applications in France and the UK. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2027, subject to regulatory and other approvals. Hy24 will acquire the business through its Clean Hydrogen Infrastructure fund.
EU methane import rules delayed by one year
The European Union is delaying implementation of methane-related requirements for imported oil and gas by one year, according to reports. The rules form part of the EU Methane Regulation and affect fossil-fuel suppliers seeking access to the European market. The delay comes as European governments face higher energy costs and supply concerns.
Climate Bonds certifies first green bond under new bioenergy criteria
Climate Bonds Initiative has certified a $60 million green bond from Valency International to finance a circular cashew-waste project in Côte d’Ivoire. The project will process around 90,000 tonnes of cashew-shell waste annually, producing bio-based chemicals, biofuels, biochar, fertiliser and 5MW of renewable electricity. The investment programme is valued at $150 million and is expected to avoid about 880,000 tonnes of CO₂e over 20 years.
Europe’s battery-storage market faces unusually strong winter conditions
European battery operators are heading into winter with electricity-price volatility approaching levels last seen during the 2022 energy crisis, according to reports. The European battery sector has attracted around $40 billion of investment, with operators positioned to benefit from wider spreads between periods of high and low electricity prices.
SANY extends wind-turbine operating life to 25 years
SANY Renewable Energy has announced a 25-year extended lifecycle for its wind turbines and a service roadmap running to 2030. The programme was unveiled at China Wind Power 2026 and covers maintenance, lifecycle management and continued operation of turbines beyond conventional service periods. ‘As the industry enters a new growth cycle, SANY continues to evolve beyond hardware specs toward long-term returns, service efficiency, and global delivery capability,’ the company said in a statement.
UK government targets 10% organic farmland by 2036
The UK government has announced an ambition to increase the proportion of farmland managed organically in England to 10% by 2036, according to reports. The policy is intended to support food production and climate resilience. The announcement forms part of wider efforts around agricultural land management and environmental outcomes.
EU Water Resilience Investment Accelerator launched
The European Commission has launched the Green Assist Water Resilience Investment Accelerator to support financing for water-management and resilience projects. The accelerator will support 20 innovative pilot projects on natural water retention, clean water and water efficiency. It will focus on ‘innovative business models and projects with creative funding approaches – particularly private funding,’ the Commission said in a statement. ‘The accelerator’s role is to promote these innovations, helping speed up investment in the field.’
PSEG reports significant emissions reduction
Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG), a New Jersey-based infrastructure firm, has recorded a 95% reduction in direct operational and purchased-energy GHG emissions against a 2005 baseline in its 2026 sustainability report. The group also announced that it recycled of more than 91% of utility waste in 2025.