Hamburg, 1 September 2021 On August 31st 2021, the Nordex Group installed the first N163/5.X turbine of the Delta4000 series as planned in the citizen wind farm “Janneby” in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. With its approx. 80-metre rotor blades and a rotor sweep of 20,867 square metres, the N163/5.X is currently the most efficient Nordex turbine in… Read more »
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Vehicle-integrated photovoltaics (VIPV): Flexible solar modules deliver 30 percent more power
Berlin, 02.09.2021 – Solar panel manufacturer OPES Solutions and Fraunhofer Center for Silicon Photovoltaics CSP have developed a flexible standard solar module for vehicle integration. SolFlex is based on crystalline solar cells and achieves around 30% more power per square meter than current flexible modules that use thin-film technology. Its bending radius of up to… Read more »
iCOGNIZE files patent on GDPR-compliant method for securing biometric data
The Hessian company iCOGNIZE has applied for a patent on its new split-template method for securing biometric data. In this new process, biometric data is split directly after gathering, rendering it unrecognizable. Since biometric data contains mathematical descriptions of certain characteristics of body features such as fingerprints, iris or facial details, and vein patterns, it… Read more »
Energy supplier consolidation expected to continue
The UK’s energy supply market has been undergoing a period of consolidation, with the number of fully licensed suppliers falling to under 50 from a high of 62 in 2018, according to a report commissioned by Shoosmiths and produced by Cornwall Insights – Consolidation in the domestic energy market. Not only is consolidation expected to… Read more »
PEAK Wind sells 30% stake to Integrated Wind Solutions AS
With Integrated Wind Solutions AS onboard, PEAK Wind adds additional competences and capital to continue its growth trajectory To continue the company’s growth trajectory and remain in the forefront of the development of the renewable energy sector, PEAK Wind has decided to sell 30% ownership stake of the company to Integrated Wind Solutions AS, a… Read more »
University of Konstanz successfully takes legal action against patent infringements in the field of solar cell production and wins initial case
The University of Konstanz has reached an agreement with a German equipment manufacturing company on the protection of patent rights relating to their patents on LID regeneration of solar cells. With the support of TLB GmbH from Karlsruhe, Germany, a mutually beneficial agreement was reached. The foundation for this was laid by a successful lawsuit… Read more »
Crown Estate Scotland has today launched a new leasing process for offshore wind farms to help decarbonise Scotland’s oil and gas sector.
Responding, Claire Mack, Chief Executive of Scottish Renewables, said: “While new systems to allow Scotland to capitalise on its renewable energy resource are to be welcomed, it is also important that we continue to focus as a country on our net-zero mission, and on the economic and social benefits which meeting that target with renewable… Read more »
Kensa Group Leads Green Recovery with End of Financial Year Results
The Kensa Group, the UK’s leading manufacturer and installer of ground source heat pumps, has posted its results for the financial year to April 30 2021. Strong business performance in an unprecedented year Revenues increased by 82% to £25.14m producing a profit of £0.62m as the Group continued to deliver solutions for private householders, self-builders,… Read more »
Get help now to help keep winter fuel bills down
West Midlands residents are being advised to act now to help cut their fuel bills before the colder months and weather return. Organisers of the Warmer Homes West Midlands programme are reminding residents that they can provide them with information and guidance to help them heat their home affordably. The programme forms part of a… Read more »
The US company has purchased solar panels manufacturing facilities in Europe to provide a fast and reliable supply.
AIONRISE Holding Inc. (Delaware, USA) has purchased fully automated solar panels manufacturing located in Georgia, Europe in March 2021. The main target markets for a brand are the USA and Europe. The factory was built by Swiss and German PV technology companies and started operation in 2019 with an annual capacity of 500MW. AIONRISE solar… Read more »
Energy networks respond to Strategic Innovation Fund launched by Ofgem
Ofgem has announced a Strategic investment Fund to help unlock Net Zero, with around £450 million to be invested in energy network innovation from 2021-2026. Dan Clarke, Head of Innovation at Energy Networks Association which represents the UK and Ireland’s energy networks businesses said: “Energy networks are unlocking Net Zero, helping customers connect low carbon… Read more »
Green light for The smarter E South America in October
August 9, 2021: With 45.4 million people (21.4% of the population) fully vaccinated so far overall in Brazil, and 106.8 million people (50.5%) having received their first dose, the reopening of the economy has been given a green light by the authorities starting August 17, 2021. The severe water supply crisis currently facing Brazil makes it… Read more »
Maximum flexibility: The new IBC AeroFix G3 flat roof mounting system
Roof-penetration-free mounting system now offers even more options for covering roofs individually and economically with PV modules Bad Staffelstein / Germany, August 31, 2021 – IBC SOLAR AG, a global leader in photovoltaic (PV) systems and energy storage, presents the latest development of its aerodynamic flat roof mounting system IBC AeroFix. The new AeroFix G3… Read more »
Why I am a stubborn optimist. The opportunity in tackling climate change
By Christiana Figueres – Founding Partner at Global Optimism, co-presenter of Outrage + Optimism, co-author of The Future We Choose: The Stubborn Optimist’s Guide to the Climate Crisis In early 2010, I was charged by United Nations Secretary General, Ban Ki Moon, to lead the UN Climate Convention. Whilst I’d worked in the field of… Read more »
Big Brother star urges you to ‘look out, look up’ this bank holiday weekend
Former Big Brother winner and one of the UK’s leading DIY and home improvement experts, Craig Phillips, is urging people to stay safe this bank holiday weekend. Backing a campaign by Energy Networks Association, Craig is urging DIY and garden enthusiasts to turn Big Brother on the look out for overhead power cables, and to… Read more »
Harland & Wolff (Methil) Welcome New Apprentices To Site
Harland & Wolff, the iconic shipyard with over 160 years of maritime and offshore engineering pedigree, is delighted to welcome eleven new apprentices to its Methil site as part of its very first ‘Apprentice Induction Day’. The scheme will run in line and with partnership from Fife College and will see apprentices range from 16… Read more »
FIMER AND DOLOMITI ENERGIA TEAM UP TO DELIVER MAJOR CARBON SAVINGS FOR ITALIAN HOTEL
Vital Hotel Flora, a 4-star spa hotel located in the Dolomite Valleys in Trentino, Northern Italy has worked with EPC, Dolomiti Energia Solutions, and tier one inverter supplier, FIMER, to install a 64KW rooftop solar PV system, which will produce an estimated 75,000 kWh of clean energy and save 48 tonnes of carbon emissions each… Read more »
Q CELLS makes Grid Equity investment into portfolio of Amped Solutions projects
– Q CELLS accelerates its complete energy solutions for customers and partners with a new financing structure to maximize project value and bankability [Irvine, United States, August 26, 2021] Today Q CELLS North America, a leading manufacturer of PV modules and provider of complete energy solutions, announced that it closed on an investment into a… Read more »
DEME Offshore prepares for next generation turbines with major crane upgrade for ‘Sea Installer’
Crane capacity increased to 1,600 tonnes Wednesday, August 25, 2021 — DEME Offshore’s DP2 jack-up installation vessel ‘Sea Installer’ will get a major crane upgrade when the capacity is increased from 900 tonnes to 1,600 tonnes. Being built by leading crane manufacturer Huisman, the new crane will enable ‘Sea Installer’ to handle the next generation of… Read more »
Energy networks seeks stakeholder views on next version of flexibility services standard agreement
Energy Networks Association (ENA) has today launched a consultation on the next version of its standard contract for flexibility services, which seeks to further drive standardisation, consistency and transparency. Stakeholders are invited to help shape the third iteration of this standard contract, which was created through ENA’s leading Open Networks project, with input from distribution… Read more »
White & Case Advises Brite Energy Partners on US$100 million Investment from BlackRock to Expand Solar Capabilities
27 Aug 2021 … Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Brite Energy Partners (BEP), a South Korean solar energy development and investment company, on its equity financing and further financing commitment in an aggregate amount of more than US$100 million from BlackRock Real Assets, a unit of the world’s largest asset manager… Read more »
LevelTen Energy Raises $35 Million in Series C Funding from NGP ETP, Energy Majors, VCs and Google to Accelerate the Energy Transition
LevelTen will use funds to expand its suite of renewable transaction infrastructure, accelerating deals between the world’s largest group of renewable energy advisors, buyers, sellers and financiers SEATTLE – Aug. 25, 2021: Today, LevelTen Energy, the leading provider of renewable transaction infrastructure, announced a $35 million Series C funding round led by NGP ETP, with… Read more »
Renewable industry priorities outlined ahead of Programme for Government
Measures provide recommendations for Scottish Government Industry body Scottish Renewables has set out some of its priorities for the Scottish Government’s upcoming Programme for Government, which will be published in the coming weeks. Renewable technologies like wind, solar, hydro and more now provide the equivalent of 97.4% of the electricity consumed in Scotland. Slow progress… Read more »
DNV updates standard for floating wind turbine structures to allow for cost reduction and optimization
DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, has updated the DNV-ST-0119 standard for floating wind turbine structures. The updated standard includes numerous technical improvements that allow the industry to further optimize floating wind turbine structures while maintaining a sufficient level of safety. The main change is a completely revised section on floating stability. In addition,… Read more »
Ready to shine: Meyer Burger shines in a new light with an innovative campaign
Meyer Burger launches digital advertising campaign for its high-performance solar modules with the slogan “Ready to shine” New image film stages the power of the sun as a symbol of promise for the future Customer campaign now starts in ten countries across Europe Now that Meyer Burger Technology Ltd has launched its high-performance solar module… Read more »
White & Case Advises Lenders on Financing of Edenvale Solar Park
Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised France’s Natixis on the project financing of the 204MW Edenvale Solar Park in Queensland, Australia. The Edenvale Solar Park in the Western Downs region will be 50-50 owned by Tokyo-based trading house Sojitz Corporation and ENEOS Australia Pty Ltd, the Australian subsidiary of ENEOS Corporation, Japan’s… Read more »
Deutsche Windtechnik establishes a unit for offshore full-service in the UK – independent maintenance continues to grow
Deutsche Windtechnik has established a new country unit to provide maintenance for offshore wind farms in the UK. Deutsche Windtechnik Offshore Ltd. began its work on August 1st and is managed as an independent company. It cooperates closely with the onshore country unit, which was established in 2016. The UK is at the top of… Read more »
Control requirements for effective food production standards compliance
Food production safety detection and rejection systems demand accuracy and control sufficient to ensure not just an effective system, but one that maintains throughput and uptime. This combines a need for optimum motor control that can integrate with an automated system with real time data sharing to guarantee that standards are met. Gerard Bush, INMOCO,… Read more »
Extreme E and Enel Foundation reveal St. Helena’s first onboard scientific research project
24 August 2021, London: Extreme E, the electric motorsport series designed to raise climate change awareness, and Enel Foundation, the energy transition think tank, have today confirmed their first joint science research project to take place in the purpose-built science laboratory onboard the series’ floating centrepiece, the St. Helena. Extreme E has been working with the… Read more »
Natural Power supports 100MW Glennmont wind deal in France
Natural Power has acted as lenders technical adviser to Glennmont Partners for the sale of its 100MW onshore wind portfolio in northern France to TTR Green Fund IV and its co-investors. Our team provided full technical vendor due diligence for this project including SCADA-based energy yield assessments on the eight sites, a review of planning… Read more »
The top football teams in England are producing more than 400,000,000 grams of Co2 emissions from travelling alone, a new study by SlotsUp revealed.
Football teams spend a lot of travelling across the country and around the world. While FIFA and UEFA have committed to reducing emissions, transport remains an important challenge for football’s effort to become more sustainable. But which teams produce the most Co2? The researchers at SlotsUp crunched the numbers to find out! https://www.slotsup.com/blog/football-teams-that-travelled-the-furthest According to the… Read more »
The Scottish Government has today launched its Green Jobs Workforce Academy, which will allow people to access information, advice and skills needed to thrive in a net-zero economy.
Responding, Claire Mack, Chief Executive of Scottish Renewables, said: “Putting people at the heart of the energy transition will help us not only to allow our current workers to maintain and add to their skills to ensure they have a sustainable career path, but it also means that Scotland will continue to develop a world-class… Read more »
Ground source heat pumps eligible under new £160m social housing retrofit fund
As the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) opens to applications, Kensa Contracting is urging local authorities and housing associations in England to act now and bid for a portion of the £160m available in 2021/22 to install highly efficient low carbon ground source heat pumps to tackle climate change and protect their tenants from fuel… Read more »
New Scottish Government / industry report: Scottish Floating Offshore Wind Port Cluster could deliver £1.5bn boost
New Scottish Government / industry report: Scottish Floating Offshore Wind Port Cluster could deliver £1.5bn boost Ports ‘key to success of offshore wind sector supply chain’ Independent Strategic Investment Assessment led by Professor Sir Jim McDonald of University of Strathclyde A new independent report commissioned by the Scottish Government and offshore wind industry and led… Read more »
Two new UK supply chain companies off to a flying start with Aerospace-inspired Business Transformation Programme
Two new UK supply chain companies off to a flying start with Aerospace-inspired Business Transformation Programme The Offshore Wind Growth Partnership’s Sharing in Growth programme gathers momentum with two new companies benefitting from transformative business support. Two new UK offshore wind supply chain companies, Tekmar Group Plc and Windhoist Holdings Limited, are the latest recruits… Read more »
Meyer Burger completes strategic transformation in the first half of 2021 and successfully launches solar module sales
Meyer Burger is fully sold out until well into the fourth quarter of 2021 with the orders on hand from Europe and the USA. The first projects in the segment for utility-scale and large industrial rooftop systems have been won. The first modules were shipped in July. Production is running in continuous shift operation, but… Read more »