Month: May 2021

Making subsidy-free solar a reality in north Wales

Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has completed management of the construction phase at the 6MW Llwyndyrus solar farm near Pwlheli Gwynedd, Wales, on behalf of the project owner, Blackfinch Investments. Throughout the construction of the project, which coincided with local lockdowns and travel restrictions, Natural Power made use of local and… Read more »

Innovative plastic pollution solution revealed at Extreme E’s Ocean X Prix

28 May 2021, London: Extreme E, the all-electric off-road racing series, has launched a LivingLab at its Ocean X Prix location – Lac Rose, Dakar – to showcase LyfeCycle, a new solution from British Innovators Polymateria for tackling the global plastic pollution pandemic. An estimated 32 per cent of all plastic packaging used globally does not… Read more »

Lifting clamps 2.0 – for safer and more efficient wind operations

With the unique challenges that the wind industry is facing, The Crosby Group helps to solve key problems through lifting clamp innovation. The wind industry is one of the world’s most demanding industries with unique challenges the face those involved with manufacturing and installing towers, monopiles and transition pieces. However, there are common elements with… Read more »

Zenobe announces Scotland’s first transmission-connected battery with 50MW project in Wishaw, North Lanarkshire

In the year that Scotland hosts COP26, the project will be country’s first transmission-connected battery directly easing constraints from the grid, helping to stabilise the system and enable greater adoption of renewable energy sources. The site will enable 640GWh more renewable generation to travel from north to south over the next 15 years, delivering clean… Read more »

Young Professionals Green Energy Awards celebrate up-and-coming stars

More than 300 people tuned in to see 8 winners announced Winners selected from more than 100 nominees Eight up-and-coming green energy stars have been honored at last night’s (May 27) virtual Young Professionals Green Energy Awards. The event, which would normally take place as a black-tie event in Glasgow, was hosted online for a… Read more »

Birmingham energy experts develop sustainable routes and technologies for UK’s zero-carbon heating and cooling future

Sustainable cooling experts are creating a roadmap to help reach the UK’s 2050 net-zero carbon emissions target, whilst maintaining food security for consumers and economic opportunity for the country’s food industry, as the University of Birmingham secures £2.9 million of UK Government funding announced today for energy-related projects. Backed by £1.4 million of UKRI funding,… Read more »

Young Professionals Green Energy Awards celebrate up-and-coming stars

More than 300 people tuned in to see 8 winners announced Winners selected from more than 100 nominees Eight up-and-coming green energy stars have been honored at tonight’s (May 27) virtual Young Professionals Green Energy Awards. The event, which would normally take place as a black-tie event in Glasgow, was hosted online for a second… Read more »

EconPol Europe: Coronavirus Crisis Promotes Altruism and Social Exchange

Information on the Covid-19 pandemic triggers altruistic behavior and willingness to discuss with citizens of their own country, other EU countries, and non-EU citizens. Information on the importance of shared European values also increases altruism and reciprocity, but only toward compatriots and fellow Europeans. These are the findings of a large-scale survey experiment conducted by… Read more »

Awards programme drives forward a ‘Safety First’ culture on North London Heat & Power Project

To further encourage a safe working culture on the North London Heat & Power Project (NLHPP), the NLHPP Programme Director launched a new employee awards programme this year that recognises outstanding contributions to the “Safety First” principles of the project. The Programme Director’s Health, Safety and Wellbeing Heroes Award recognises those who contribute to all… Read more »

Centrica Names Cognizant as Exclusive Partner for SAP Business Process Transformation

Cognizant to consolidate and manage SAP environment for the UK’s largest energy company, enhancing business efficiency and customer experience TEANECK, NJ – May 27, 2021 – Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) announced today it has been selected by Centrica, a leading international energy services and solutions company, as the sole technology services partner to manage and transform… Read more »

Alfa Laval PureBallast 3 Ex deckhouse solutions now have design approval from DNV

DNV has issued a Type Approval Design Certificate for Alfa Laval PureBallast 3 Ex deckhouse solutions. This is a major achievement, representing the first design approval for the installation of ballast water treatment systems on the weather deck. For customers and system integrators, it will mean time and money saved in the final approval process… Read more »

DNV signs MOU with Korea’s LS Cable & System to deliver comprehensive subsea cabling services to the global offshore wind sector

SEOUL, South Korea, 27 May 2021 –– DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, has signed a non-exclusive Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with leading global power cable manufacturer LS Cable & System to target emerging cabling opportunities in the offshore wind industry. The collaboration represents a new opportunity for DNV to extend its Dynamic… Read more »

Q CELLS recognized as Top Performer by PVEL for sixth consecutive year

The Company’s Q.PEAK DUO module series was rated as a Top Performer in the 2021 PV Module Reliability Scorecard published by PVEL, marking the sixth consecutive year of Q CELLS’ Top Performer status. [Seoul, South Korea, May 26, 2021] Q CELLS announced today that the Company has been recognized as a Top Performer for the… Read more »

SkySpecs acquires two European wind energy technology companies: Fincovi and Vertikal AI

Together, these leading companies provide world-class data insight and automation to help wind farm owners and operators best perform ANN ARBOR, MI – SkySpecs, a global leader in wind energy technology, has acquired two of Europe’s premier wind energy companies: Fincovi, a leader in financial asset management, and Vertikal AI, a pioneer in predictive maintenance for wind energy. The… Read more »

Mining Giant Vale S.A. Selects Nextracker to Supply Smart Solar Trackers for 766 MW Sol de Cerrado Solar Project in Brazil

From Brazil to Australia, mining companies tap solar tracker market leader for its high performance and reliable PV system technology SOROCABA, BRAZIL, May 25, 2021 – Vale S.A., one of the largest mining companies in the world, has chosen Nextracker to supply its NX Horizon™ bifacially optimized smart solar trackers for the Sol de Cerrado solar project in… Read more »

Cornwall Insight comments on the launch of the UK ETS scheme

The first auction for the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) was held last week on 19 May 2021, between 12:00-14:00, hosted by the Intercontinental Exchange (ICE). The auction cleared at £43.99/t, providing a total carbon price of £61.99/t. Following the launch of the first UK Allowance (UKA) auction, Laura Woolsey at Cornwall Insight looks… Read more »

UK tech pioneers join forces on a robotic solution for wind sector’s ‘millions upon millions’ of bolts

Two UK innovators have joined forces in a mission to develop a robotic solution for ensuring the integrity of the millions upon millions of bolts that hold wind turbines together, a move that is described as essential to the expansion of offshore wind – and the world’s net-zero future. The new project announced today by… Read more »

Equinor, RWE and Hydro team up for offshore wind in the Norwegian North Sea

Joint application for offshore wind seabed in the Sørlige Nordsjø II area Project to forging ahead the development of offshore wind in Norway Partners have strong expertise in all parts of the offshore wind value chain Equinor, RWE Renewables and Hydro REIN have signed a collaboration agreement for offshore wind in Norway. The partners will… Read more »

Meyer Burger opens high tech module factory in Freiberg, Germany

Module production starts with an annual capacity of 0.4 GW, expansion to 1 GW prepared. SmartWire cell connection technology, developed and patented in Switzerland, significantly increases efficiency and ensures improved longevity and yield strength of solar modules. Online panel with the President of the Free State of Saxony, Michael Kretschmer, and other high-profile guests from… Read more »

Meyer Burger strengthens management team for production and supply chain

Daniel Menzel appointed Managing Director of Meyer Burger (Industries) GmbH His responsibilities include production, global supply chain, purchasing, and quality assurance The company is thus well-positioned operationally for further expansion steps and an accelerated growth path as a manufacturer of high-performance solar cells and modules. Meyer Burger Technology Ltd appoints an additional Managing Director for… Read more »

Renewable Energy Roadshow to bring spirit of COP26 to Scottish communities

Events will showcase work of local businesses across rural Scotland and their role in the climate change fight Roadshow to visit Dornoch, Cromarty Firth, Dumfries, Lochgilphead and Pitlochry Scotland’s Renewable Energy Roadshow will tour the country this summer and highlight the positive impacts renewable energy has on local communities, the economy and the country’s fight… Read more »

IBC SOLAR cooperates with wholesale network FEGIME

International cooperation simplifies market entry into the PV industry for electrical wholesalers and their customers Bad Staffelstein / Germany, May 25, 2021 – IBC SOLAR AG, a global leader in photovoltaic (PV) systems and energy storage, is expanding its international wholesale network through a cooperation with the FEGIME Group, an international alliance of independent electrical wholesalers. Under… Read more »

RP Global sells its latest French wind farm project “Le Champvoisin” to clearvise

RP Global, a leading renewable energy developer and investor, announces the sale of its most recent project, the 12 MW wind farm “Le Champvoisin”, to the German independent power producer (IPP) clearvise AG. The deal follows the recent closing of the €24M project financing and includes a 20-year PPA from the French government, one of the… Read more »

New research published today (May 25) shows how the way Britain’s electricity network is paid for favours EU energy imports at the expense of home-grown schemes.

Responding, Morag Watson, Director of Policy at Scottish Renewables, said: “The regulations which govern how our electricity network is paid for are out of date and do not reflect the need to meet net-zero in the most efficient way possible. “A worsening of this situation currently looks likely to occur though this decade. That would… Read more »

Natural Power advises Cloncreen Wind Farm

Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has supported Bank of Ireland and the European Investment Bank (EIB) as lenders technical advisor to reach financial close for the 75.6MW, 21-turbine, Cloncreen Wind Farm in County Offaly, Ireland. The project achieved financial close in May 2021 with Natural Power delivering technical due diligence for… Read more »

Delmar Systems Acquires Vryhof

HOUSTON, TX. – Delmar Systems, Inc. (‘Delmar’) is pleased to announce the acquisition of Vryhof, consisting of Deep Sea Mooring and Vryhof Anchors. The combined company, with its global footprint and enhanced asset portfolio, will continue as Delmar Systems and as Vryhof. “We are excited to welcome Vryhof to the Delmar family. Vryhof’s Team has… Read more »

Greenspace Scotland has today (May 20) published a new study, ‘Green Heat in Greenspaces’, which shows that Scotland’s urban rivers and green spaces can act as vital low-carbon heat sources to help achieve its climate targets.

Responding, Helen Melone, Senior Policy Manager at Scottish Renewables, said: “While it isn’t yet mainstream in the UK to think of rivers and green spaces as places which can provide the energy we need to keep warm, other countries are further ahead. If we are to have any chance of meeting our climate change targets,… Read more »

High wholesale prices and negative pricing events forecasted to grow

Research from Cornwall Insight’s Benchmark Power Curve, which forecasts the power market to 2045 under different net zero scenarios, highlights volatility in the wholesale power market is set to increase. Its central case scenario predicts that the standard deviation of hourly wholesale prices could reach £41.8/MWh by 2030. In the high case scenario, hourly wholesale… Read more »

Huntington Ingalls Industries Debuts Proteus Unmanned Surface Test Vessel

Vessel Executed Successful Autonomy Capabilities Demonstration with Sea Machines’ SM300 System (NEWPORT NEWS, Va.; May 20, 2021) – Huntington Ingalls Industries (NYSE: HII) announced today the debut of the Proteus unmanned surface vessel (USV) for testing and development of autonomy capabilities. The 27-foot Proteus USV was outfitted with Sea Machines Robotics’ SM300 autonomy system and completed a… Read more »

Save the dates for RenewableUK’s Global Offshore Wind 2021

Don’t miss the largest dedicated offshore wind event in the UK on 29-30 September at ExCeL London – Global Offshore Wind (GOW) 2021.  Presented by RenewableUK, GOW21 will be focused on how the sector can support 20530 climate targets in the UK. The programme will be supported and enriched by Event Partners RWE, Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy, SSE Renewables, Ørsted, Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult and Vestas. There will also be… Read more »

Diversification of activities contributes to solid financials

2020 was a year of unexpected challenges. Due to COVID-19, everyone had to be at their very best in order to face these exhausting circumstances. Lockdown measures, working from home, travel restrictions; all this had a major impact on the organisation of global player Jan De Nul Group. However, the flexibility of the group and… Read more »

Natural Power secures consent for innovative airborne wind energy testing site in Ireland

Natural Power secures consent for innovative airborne wind energy testing site in Ireland  Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has secured planning consent on behalf of RWE to develop a first of its kind demonstration site in County Mayo, Ireland, that will test new airborne wind energy systems (AWES). Construction of the… Read more »

deugro Delivered 17,487 Freight Tons of Steel Pipes to Indonesia for a Renewable Energy Offshore Project

Singapore, May 20, 2021 – deugro delivered 17,487 freight tons (FRT) of steel pipes in six part charters from Masan, South Korea to Batam, Indonesia. The pipes were needed for the production of 15 jackets for a renewable energy offshore project in Taiwan. deugro was awarded the delivery contract by PT SMOE Indonesia, a group… Read more »

Separation solutions designed to IMPRESS

Sulzer Chemtech’s technologies are central to plant-based platform chemical manufacturing A broad range of Sulzer Chemtech’s leading separation technologies are playing a key role in the EU funded project IMPRESS (Integration of efficient downstreaM PRocessEs for Sugars and Sugar alcohols). This aims to deliver a novel biorefinery concept, which enables the production of important base… Read more »

Q CELLS launches new modular hybrid storage system into Germany

The new Q.HOME+ ESS HYB-G3 energy storage system from Q CELLS is available as both a single-phase and three-phase option for greater deployment flexibility for residential and C&I consumers. The next generation of energy storage systems from Q CELLS is here: the Q.HOME+ ESS HYB-G3 is a modular and scalable hybrid battery solution that offers… Read more »