cleantech
Commented by Nico Popp on March 9th, 2026 | 07:30 CET
Energy Shock? Linde, Veolia, and AHT Syngas Offer Strategic Solutions
The stock market and economy are more volatile than ever. The reasons for this are the military escalation in the Middle East and the de facto closure of the Strait of Hormuz. With crude oil prices exceeding USD 90 per barrel and, according to analysts, potentially rising to over USD 150 in a prolonged crisis scenario, the industry is facing a serious challenge. In this environment, the dynamics of the energy transition are also changing: decarbonization is no longer just a regulatory goal for companies, but has become a survival strategy for their own competitiveness. While the industrial gases group Linde forms the technological backbone of decarbonization with its expertise in hydrogen logistics, Veolia Environnement secures resources and even generates crisis-proof cash flows through the management of global material cycles. A.H.T. Syngas is also a good fit with the companies mentioned above. Its gasification plants convert industrial waste streams directly at their source into cost-effective synthesis gas and green hydrogen – a decentralized technology that is more relevant today than ever before.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on March 6th, 2026 | 07:50 CET
Iran war boosts cash flow! Ride the short-term boom with BP, and invest in the future with CHAR Technologies and First Solar
The shock of the Iran war is driving up oil prices and bringing BP huge profits in the short term. Nevertheless, the conflict ruthlessly exposes the Achilles heel of fossil fuel dependency. As geopolitical risks escalate, investors are desperately seeking crisis-proof alternatives. The future belongs to technologies that are unaffected by tensions in the Persian Gulf. Innovative processes have long been transforming wood waste into green energy sources, while solar giants are setting new efficiency records. Three companies show where the journey is headed: BP's short-term surge is only one side of the coin; CHAR Technologies and First Solar are now setting the course for sustainable returns.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on March 5th, 2026 | 07:05 CET
Oil and gas: The new gold? Things are heating up at Shell, BP, Pure One, and Oklo
After a long dry spell for oil, it took a war to bring the necessity of fossil fuels back into focus. But let's not get carried away. The world markets are flooded with oil, and the US and Canada have built up so much capacity over the last 20 years that Iran's 4 million barrels of production can easily be offset. "There's plenty of oil" was the response to the repeated peak oil statements following the work of geologist Marion King Hubbert in 1949. Reserves were supposed to be depleted by 2000, but things turned out differently. Today, researchers estimate reserves to last well over 200 years, making it worthwhile for investors to look at oil stocks. There are many alternatives, including those from Pure Hydrogen and Oklo. The Iran crisis presents another opportunity to restructure portfolios.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on March 3rd, 2026 | 07:35 CET
DroneShield shares explode! Steyr Motors and CHAR Technologies benefit from acquisitions and optimism!
DroneShield's share price has skyrocketed. After a weekend with images of drones over Dubai, Qatar, and other major cities, investors rushed to buy DroneShield shares. The specialist in drone defense had already reported European orders last week, pushing the share up by 20%. Yesterday, the rally continued. DroneShield demonstrates that it is not always the market leaders who make the biggest gains. There are also compelling second-tier companies that can become outperformers. Steyr Motors catapulted itself onto investors' radar in the defense sector in 2025, and now the first acquisitions are being made to accelerate growth. CHAR Technologies could be among the outperformers in 2026. At a recent investor conference, the CEO provided solid reasons for significantly higher share prices. If the company succeeds in commercializing its technology, the stock currently appears undervalued.
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Commented by Nico Popp on February 26th, 2026 | 07:15 CET
Opportunities thanks to industrial transformation: The closed value chain of CHAR Technologies, PyroGenesis, and BASF
When it comes to the climate-neutral transformation of industry, the current phase marks the transition from strategic planning to operational implementation for many companies. According to recent publications by McKinsey and the International Energy Agency (IEA), about half of the required reduction in CO2 emissions by 2050 depends on the provision of alternative heat sources for the production of basic industrial materials such as steel, cement, and chemicals. The regulatory framework in Europe and North America is defined by the Emissions Trading System (ETS) and stricter standards for the circular economy, which increases the financial pressure on CO2-intensive processes. In this environment, the thermal decomposition of organic materials in the absence of oxygen, known as pyrolysis, is becoming increasingly popular as a means of recovering energy from waste streams and utilizing them as carbon sinks. CHAR Technologies, PyroGenesis, and BASF play an important role in this context, ranging from decentralized waste recovery to specialized plant engineering and industrial applications.
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Commented by Nico Popp on February 26th, 2026 | 07:05 CET
Hydrogen transition: How dynaCERT, Plug Power, and Ballard Power Systems are decarbonizing the transportation sector
The market for hydrogen-powered logistics is set to reach a volume of USD 32.47 billion in 2026 and is expected to grow to USD 204.9 billion by the end of the decade. The International Energy Agency (IEA) reports that global demand for hydrogen was nearly 100 million tons last year, but less than 1% of that came from low-emission sources. In the US, tariffs on electrolysers and fuel cells, ranging from 10% to 30%, are forcing the industry to build local supply chains. In Europe, the REPowerEU plan, together with the EU hydrogen strategy, creates a stable framework for investment in infrastructure. However, an immediate and comprehensive replacement of the global heavy-duty fleet with completely emission-free vehicles would be difficult to achieve and also economically nonsensical. Instead, companies are preparing to retrofit existing fleets or promote the hydrogen transition in other ways.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on February 25th, 2026 | 08:25 CET
Forget tech stocks! Siemens Energy, A.H.T. Syngas, and Linde are the secret money-making machines
With gas storage facilities in Germany at an all-time low and geopolitical tensions shaking up the market, a paradoxical situation is emerging on the global markets. An LNG supercycle is flooding the system with new supply, but the insatiable appetite of AI-driven data centers and energy policy are driving demand. Three German heavyweights are particularly in focus. Turbine manufacturer Siemens Energy is benefiting from new power plant orders, specialist A.H.T. Syngas could be boosted by demand for synthesis gas, and industrial giant Linde is securing key positions in the global LNG infrastructure.
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Commented by Mario Hose on February 25th, 2026 | 07:25 CET
A green industrial giant in the making! Why CHAR Technologies could play a key role in climate-neutral industry - and what ArcelorMittal has to do with it!
Industrial waste should no longer be a burden on our planet, because pure, green energy can now flow from organic residues. We are at this very turning point today. Canadian cleantech company CHAR Technologies has found a way to push the boundaries of physics a little. With its groundbreaking technology, the company is turning what we throw away into the gold of the future. It is about much more than just recycling. It is about an industrial revolution that is taking place right in front of our eyes. We show you how CHAR, as one of the most exciting players in the cleantech sector, could conquer the European market with a strong partner. The projects, vision, and enormous potential of this stock are enormous.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on February 24th, 2026 | 07:20 CET
International Expansion as a Catalyst? RENK, CHAR Technologies, and SFC Energy enter new markets
CHAR Technologies is likely to achieve a breakthrough this year, both operationally and on the stock market. The company is now bringing its HTP technology for the production of biogas and biochar to Europe. Licensing reduces risks and conserves capital. The first industrial plant has already gone into operation in Canada. Its expansion is being planned, as are further plants in North America. RENK is also gaining momentum in the US. Analysts recently speculated that US business could surprise on the upside from 2028 onwards. New orders are already confirming this. And what about SFC Energy? Following the forecast adjustment last summer, the share is looking for new momentum. This may come from internationalization. However, analysts are not yet convinced.
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on February 24th, 2026 | 07:05 CET
Rheinmetall, First Hydrogen, BYD – Innovations put pressure on the competition
Record military spending, major orders worth billions, and structural rearmament are set to drive the European defense industry for years to come. At the same time, global energy demand is exploding. Modular nuclear reactors and green hydrogen are coming into focus as low-CO₂ base load solutions. And in the field of electromobility, Asian battery manufacturers are massively expanding their cost advantage. As a result, cell prices are falling, ranges are increasing, and Western competitors are coming under pressure. Three future-oriented industries – defense, clean energy, and battery technology – are facing a new wave of investment, but some of the first warning signs are appearing in the charts.
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