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Stefania Del Bianco

Science Journalist. A lifelong enthusiast of high-tech and energy innovation, she began working at Rinnovabili during its early development phases, profiling companies in the sector. In 2008, she officially joined the editorial team, covering the evolution of the first incentive systems in Italy and abroad, and interviewing pioneers in the field such as Bertrand Piccard and Michael Grätzel. In 2011, she became Editorial Coordinator. Over the years, she has also overseen Rinnovabili’s communications and press office, regional media reviews, and technical newsletters. Today, she serves as Managing Editor ai Rinnovabili. Her work includes daily coverage of renewable energy legislation, national, European, and Asian energy policies, and key topics related to innovation and market trends. She closely follows patents and scientific research on technologies, with a focus on energy storage, photovoltaics, wind power, and geothermal energy. Her articles on high-tech and renewables have been published on Repubblica.it. Since 2025, she has been Vice Editor in Chief of the newspaper.

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Climate & Environment
Could water scarcity put Europe’s hydrogen production at risk?

Europe's hydrogen ambitions could face a growing challenge from water scarcity. While the sector's overall freshwater demand remains limited, a new European Commission study identifies regions where…

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Energy
EU renewables and 2030 targets: has…

The EU risks falling 5.3 percentage points short of its REPowerEU renewable…

Rinnovabili • EU methane regulation: Brussels delays import rules amid energy crisis
Regulations & Markets
EU methane regulation: Brussels delays import…

The European Commission is proposing to postpone certain obligations under the EU…


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Energy
Critical Raw Materials Act: four new EU projects, but offshore wind needs…

The European Commission has announced four new strategic projects under the Critical Raw Materials Act, bringing…

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Regulations & Markets
EU ETS reform: environment ministers remain divided despite calls for agreement

EU environment ministers remain divided over the ETS reform, with Italy calling for greater protection for…

Rinnovabili • REPowerEU renewable energy targets
Regulations & Markets
REPowerEU renewable energy targets at risk as Europe remains reliant on gas

The EU could miss its 2030 renewable electricity target by 5.3 percentage points, according to Wood…

Rinnovabili • Cement-based supercapacitors could turn homes into energy storage systems
Green Building
Cement-based supercapacitors could turn homes into energy storage systems

Researchers at the Harbin Institute of Technology have developed 3D-printed cement-based supercapacitors that combine structural strength…

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Energy
2026 energy crisis, von der Leyen announces joint purchasing and refinery talks

The 2026 energy crisis is putting Europe under growing pressure as gas and diesel prices surge.…

Rinnovabili • EU energy demand reduction
Regulations & Markets
Jørgensen urges EU countries to consider reducing energy demand

With gas storage levels unusually low and prices under pressure, Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen is asking…

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Energy
Walls that generate power: the home of the future runs on humidity

A new hygroelectric wallpaper developed in the US could turn indoor humidity into electricity, while helping…

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Energy
RED IV: how ambitious will the new Renewable Energy Directive 2040 be?

The European Commission is preparing RED IV, the next Renewable Energy Directive 2040, as debate grows…

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Energy
Hydrogen investments exceed $130 billion in 2026

Global hydrogen investments have exceeded $130 billion across more than 570 projects, as energy security concerns…

Rinnovabili • State of the European Union: energy independence
Regulations & Markets
Von der Leyen: “This must be Europe’s independence moment”, the strategy to…

In her 2026 State of the European Union address, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen…

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Regulations & Markets
IEA: Gas crisis pushes coal consumption towards a new record

The global energy crisis is driving coal use higher, with the IEA forecasting coal consumption could…

Rinnovabili • Climate disinformation Spain launches €3.5m plan
Climate & Environment
Spain steps up the fight against climate disinformation with new €3.5m programme

Spain is strengthening its response to climate disinformation with new measures aimed at supporting scientific research,…