The Green Wave Gazette - A round-up of recent sustainabilty news and events around the globe by Synergy International.

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Exploring the Blue and Green of the Azores

Our latest episode of the GreenWave Podcast is now live: Episode 8

In the latest edition of the GreenWave Podcast 🎙️, SYNI takes you on a journey to the breathtaking Azores—a volcanic archipelago in the Atlantic that is leading the charge in marine conservation, sustainable energy, and biodiversity protection.

🌎 Why should you listen? Because the Azores aren’t just another paradise—they’re a proving ground for the future of conservation. From the Blue Azores Program, which has established the largest Marine Protected Area in the Atlantic, to cutting-edge efforts in wave energy and sustainable tourism, this episode explores how this small island chain is making a global impact. Read more...

Liquid Green Hydrogen's "Markets In Everything" Moment

⚙️ Plug Power’s first-ever spot price benchmark for liquid green hydrogen represents a major stride in normalizing GH2 as a tradable commodity. While still in its infancy, this initiative signals the promise of a vibrant market that can unify sellers and buyers. The more transparent and reliable the pricing, the faster GH2 can scale. Read more...

What if 2 Trillion 💰 Doesn't Even Touch Touch the Sides??

🧨 This figure isn’t just another statistic—it’s proof of real momentum toward a Net Zero future. As we mentioned in a previous comment, the journey has been challenging, but each dollar directed toward green initiatives represents a step forward in preserving our planet.

🚀 The sheer scale of $2.1 trillion reveals both our achievements and our ongoing struggles. Hitting this remarkable milestone shows how much global awareness and commitment have grown, yet underscores the uphill climb still ahead. Read more...

The Big D's Sustainable Surprise 🛫 First in 🇺🇸

🌱 Our team at Synergy International has written frequently about the importance of a shift toward greener aviation. Dallas Airport’s commitment to renewable energy, waste reduction, and groundbreaking eco-technologies provides a significant blueprint for the entire industry. It’s invigorating to witness a major airport harness resources responsibly, implement real-time energy monitoring, and collaborate with local stakeholders to make lasting environmental progress. We see potential for more airports, both in the US and around the globe, to adopt similar measures. Read more...

The Latest Sustainability Developments

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Date: March 4–5, 2025 Location: Berlin, Germany The H2 Forum is an event for pioneers in the hydrogen industry, focusing on real projects and sharing success stories, including use cases, success factors, and hurdles to realization.

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Sustainability LIVE London

Date: March 5-6, 2025 Location: London, United Kingdom This conference aims to connect sustainability executives to discuss strategies, insights, and technological developments in the field. It features keynote speeches, panel discussions, and networking opportunities.

GLF Forests 2025

Date: April 24–25, 2025 Location: Bonn, Germany, and online Organized by the Global Landscapes Forum, this event will focus on forest conservation, sustainable management, and the role of forests in combating climate change. It offers both in-person and virtual participation options.

ChangeNOW 2025

Date: April 25-27, 2025 Location: Paris, France This three-day summit is returning for its 8th edition, bringing together stakeholders from across the impact sector to plan innovative solutions through workshops, conferences and networking opportunities.

Hydrogen Economy Forum

Date: May 13, 2025 Location: Kuching, Malaysia The Hydrogen Economy Forum aims to discuss the development and implementation of hydrogen as a key component of the future energy economy, featuring experts from various sectors.

World Hydrogen Summit 2025

Date: May 2025 (Exact dates to be confirmed) Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands The World Hydrogen Summit gathers global industry experts to exchange insights, build alliances, and sign agreements to advance hydrogen project developments into the 2030s.

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International Hydrogen Technologies Congress

Date: May 25, 2025 Location: Izmir, Turkey This congress focuses on advancements in hydrogen technologies, providing a platform for researchers and industry professionals to discuss innovations and applications in the hydrogen sector.

African Energy Week (AEW) 2025

Date: September 29 to October 3, 2025 Location: Cape Town International Convention Centre 2 (CTICC2) in Cape Town, South Africa Organized by the African Energy Chamber, AEW serves as a premier platform uniting African energy stakeholders, global investors, and industry leaders for discussions on the continent's energy future. The event features high-level discussions, networking opportunities, exhibitions, private meetings, deal-signing forums, and project site visits, all aimed at driving industry growth and development.

20th Conference on Sustainable Development of Energy, Water and Environment Systems (SDEWES)

Date: September 2025 (Exact dates to be confirmed) Location: Dubrovnik, Croatia This conference will gather scientists and professionals to discuss sustainable development in energy, water, and environmental systems. It serves as a platform for sharing research and advancements in these fields.

COP30 – 2025 United Nations Climate Change Conference

Date: November 10–21, 2025 Location: Belém, Pará, Brazil The 30th UN Climate Change Conference will convene global leaders to discuss and negotiate actions to address climate change. This marks the first time the conference will be held in the Amazon region, highlighting the importance of rainforest conservation.