Friedrich Vorwerk Group, a leading energy infrastructure provider, has been awarded a major contract to build three additional sections of the South German natural gas pipeline (SEL) according to a press release issued by the company on Monday The contract, valued in the high double-digit million-euro range, is part of a joint venture with Terranets bw It builds upon an earlier project awarded to the same consortium in 2023 The three new sections total 43km and will extend the pipeline from Löchgau to Esslingen am Neckar planned to begin operations in  late 2025.  The latest development follows the first section a 24-kilometer stretch between Heilbronn and Löchgau which is nearing completion by the end of 2024 Planned to stretch for about 250km from Lampertheim to Bissingen the SEL pipeline project is one of the largest pipeline construction projects in Germany It is designed to connect modern gas-fired power plants to the existing grid and aims to ensure a stable supply of heat and electricity while facilitating the retirement of coal-fired power generation the SEL pipeline will also be equipped to transport hydrogen making it the first in Germany with a connection to European hydrogen transport routes.  The new pipeline project will contribute significantly to the development of a CO2-neutral energy supply for the Rhine-Neckar region and the greater Stuttgart area Construction of the remaining pipeline sections is subject to future demand over the next decade and tendered in the coming years The Global Knowledge Hub for Pipeline Operators and Industry Professionals The Pipeline Technology Journal (ptj) is the premier open-access publication dedicated to advancing innovation and connecting professionals within the global pipeline industry the ptj Journal serves as a vital resource for pipeline operators delivering high-quality technical insights With a reach of over 15,000 subscribers and additional distribution at leading international pipeline events ptj bridges the gap between cutting-edge research and practical application The journal is supported by a distinguished international editorial board ensuring content that is not only authoritative but also relevant to the challenges and opportunities facing the pipeline sector today Readers can benefit from a seamless experience through digital and printed formats along with the weekly ptj Newsletter and the ptj Website provide exclusive access to the latest advancements ptj empowers the pipeline community to drive innovation and shape the sustainable future of energy infrastructure CO2 • Bio Methane • District Heating/Cooling • Electricity • Hydrogen • Natural Gas • Oil • Petrochemicals • Slurry • Wastewater • Water • Others Contact Page © 202 by EITEP Institute. All rights reserved.  The ASCA solar films can be used in a wide range of applications – from individual small projects to facades in commercial housing construction Here is a solar tree that charges e-bikes: In the community of Löchgau in southern Germany the company ASCA has designed conceived and implemented a solar tree for the local construction company STRENGER Bauen und Wohnen The solar tree produces electricity for the e-bike charging stations of three apartment buildings for senior-friendly living “The project demonstrates how flexible our solar films are the individual shapes of the solar modules would not have been feasible,” explains Hermann Issa ASCA Senior Vice President of Business Development & Project Management The approximately 2.5-meter-long solar modules of the six-meter-high installation are made of organic solar films ASCA laminated these with polycarbonate in cooperation with BGT Bischoff Glastechnik ASCA prints the organic photovoltaic cells (OPV) onto thin films using a special process Green OPV films were used for the solar tree The flat steel components of the solar tree were manufactured by the Kirchknopf metalworking shop which also handled the on-site installation “The overall design of solar modules and steel elements takes up the formal language of the surrounding buildings’ design and reflects the innovative character of the residential complex,” is how Issa describes the design See also: Armor and BGT realise glass balustrade with organic solar elements The solar tree stands on the ceiling slab of an underground parking garage If no e-bike is connected to the charging station the electricity is used for the general power of the underground garage and the outdoor area we always like to implement innovative projects and venture into uncharted territory,” explains Maren Gerhäusser who was in charge of the solar tree at STRENGER who had already created a concept proposal for us after only two meetings Our cooperation with ASCA was excellent as it also was with the Kirchknopf metalworking shop which supplied the "trunk" and the "branches" of the tree," Gerhäusser continues The energy tree was created as part of a competition held by Löchgau Looking to stay on top of all relevant industry and business news? Click here to subscribe to our free twice-weekly pv Europe newsletter. A podcast for investors on the opportunities and risks of the solar market The pv Europe editorial team offers their own analysis and discusses current topics with experts The tournament boasts the participation of 56 teams FV Löchgau and Qualifikant FC Hertha München PAOK U11 squad consists of : Thomas Avgoustidis The players are accompanied by coaches Andreas Balabanis