Poole, Dorset, UK >> Specialist lifting equipment manufacturer Modulift, in collaboration with MEH Alliance, is playing a pivotal role in the installation of mechanical, electrical, and HVAC components at Hinkley Point C. Upon completion, this state-of-the-art power station will provide low-carbon electricity to around six million homes, meeting approximately 7% of the UK’s total electricity demand. In a… Read more »
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FIRST INTERSOLAR SUMMIT AFRICA BRINGS THE SOLAR INDUSTRY TO NAIROBI
Pforzheim/Nairobi, February 13, 2025 – The first Intersolar Summit Africa will take place on March 12 and 13, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency in Nairobi. This marks a premiere for Intersolar, the world’s leading brand, on the African continent. With over 250 expected participants, more than 50 high-caliber speakers and over 20 sponsors, the summit… Read more »
Full Circle signs full-scope contract to service Enercon E-70 Turbines at High Winds and Mean Moor Wind Farms in Cumbria, England
Full Circle Wind Services has signed a service and maintenance agreement with High Winds Community Energy Society, the largest community-owned wind farm in England. The full-scope contract covers operations and maintenance for five Enercon E-70 turbines at the High Winds and Mean Moor wind farms in Ulverston, Cumbria, England. The agreement was awarded through a… Read more »
THE SMARTER E EUROPE: SMART INTEGRATION SAVES CASH AND STABILIZES GRIDS
Munich/Pforzheim, February 12, 2025 – The smarter E Europe 2025, taking place earlier in the year than usual, from May 7–9, 2025 at Messe München, has the motto “Accelerating Integrated Energy Solutions”. And smart integration really is the key topic for the fast-changing world of energy and mobility. To meet the requirements of today –… Read more »
Natural Power validates Exus Renewables North America’s $312M TAG project in New Mexico
Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has served as independent engineer of record on behalf of renewable asset management and development firm, Exus Renewables North America, for its TAG project; a 140-megawatt solar and 50-megawatt/200-megawatt-hour battery storage facility in Sandoval County, New Mexico. Jim Sardonia, VP of Technical Development at Exus Renewables… Read more »
NRG Systems’ Advanced Measurement Solutions Pave the Way for Southeast Asia’s Largest Wind Project
Critical pre-construction data from NRG Systems informs AEP and financial viability of Laos’ first wind plant while mitigating risk Hinesburg, Vermont, USA – NRG Systems, the global leader in wind and solar resource measurement and intelligence, is proud to announce its pivotal role in the successful wind resource assessment for the 600 MW Monsoon Wind… Read more »
AMPYR Solar Europe and ROCKWOOL Sign Long-Term Solar PPA for Sustainable Energy Supply
AMPYR Solar Europe (ASE) and ROCKWOOL have signed a 10-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) to supply more than 50 GWh of renewable electricity annually from ASE’s new 96 MWp Noordoostpolder solar facility in Flevoland, starting in 2026. The solar energy, along with Guarantees of Origin, will be physically delivered via the public grid to ROCKWOOL’s operations, supporting its… Read more »
Next Ocean secures investment to scale offshore safety technology
Delft, Netherlands, February 11, 2025 – Next Ocean, a pioneer in Vessel Motion Radar technology, has secured Seed Investment from Arches Capital to drive its expansion and enhance maritime safety worldwide. This funding will accelerate Next Ocean’s growth, enabling the company to scale production, expand into new markets, and further develop its predictive radar technology…. Read more »
Global Underwater Hub Establishes Taskforce to Tackle Subsea Cable Reliability and Performance
Global Underwater Hub (GUH) has today published a white paper on its approach to tackling a crucial issue that could derail the UK’s clean energy ambitions. The trade and development body, which represents the UK’s £9.2billion underwater industry, has set out how it aims to improve the performance and reliability of subsea cable systems which… Read more »
Wärtsilä introduces next-generation engine to balance renewables and improve power plant performance
Wärtsilä 46TS engine provides improved output and efficiency to save fuel and costs, with future proof technology that can run on sustainable fuels Technology group Wärtsilä launches today its next generation 46TS engine, which is designed to balance renewable energy, provide highly efficient baseload power, and can run on sustainable fuels in future. The Wärtsilä… Read more »
Exide Technologies’ Customized Energy Systems and Vrijopnaam partnership set to enhance sustainable energy access in The Netherlands
Vrijopnaam increases impact on the energy transition in the Netherlands by expanding operations and improving energy distribution efficiency Exide Technologies’ 3,4 MWh Solition Mega Three energy storage system with liquid cooling optimizes grid power usage and peak-power supply Integration of a new storage system and implementation of an ‘in-front-of’ and ‘behind-the-meter’ solution, optimizing energy management… Read more »
Glamox offers bird-friendly lights for offshore platforms and ships
The future for migrating birds is bright, the future is green Oslo, Norway, 10 February 2025: Offshore platforms, such as oil and gas rigs, wind turbines, and their substations, offer a tempting respite for migratory birds attracted by their lights. But landing on these structures can be a death sentence for tired birds that use up… Read more »
Exide Technologies unveils new Solition Powerbooster Mobile: Delivering flexible and sustainable energy “On-The-Go”
Solition Powerbooster Mobile offers flexible and zero-emissions energy buffering and supply – wherever, whenever Built with versatility in mind – ideal for various off-grid use cases such as events, construction sites, or outdoor EV charging Available with storage capacities of 200 and 400 kWh Gennevilliers, France (3/2/2025) – Exide Technologies, a global leader in… Read more »
Sharp withdraws from solar business in Europe
Hamburg, February 6, 2025 – Due to challenging conditions in the European solar market, Sharp has made the decision to close its European solar business (Sharp Energy Solutions Europe – SESE) after 30 years of operation. The solar division is part of Sharp Electronics GmbH in Hamburg, Germany. The final day of SESE’s operations will be… Read more »
British tech to support Parkwind’s wind energy drive
Parkwind, a subsidiary of Japanese energy giant JERA Nex, has partnered with a team of UK tech experts as it continues to help the world transition to a net-zero future. The company has signed a deal with British clean-tech scale-up Kinewell Energy to procure its pioneering cable layout optimisation software. The Kinewell Layout Optimisation of… Read more »
Polar Racking Reaffirms Commitment to Achieving 10GW Annual Production for Global Solar Projects
Company Prioritizes US Domestic Content and Job Creation as Part of Strategic Expansion Plans February 6, 2025 – [Toronto, ON – Polar Racking, a leader in innovative solar mounting solutions, with a total production capacity of 5 gigawatts (GW) across its global portfolio, reaffirms its commitment to expanding to 10GW of annual production. This engagement… Read more »
“I will deliver Labour’s rooftop revolution” energy boss announces
Utilita’s Founder Bill Bullen announces his ambitions to equip 500 households each month with solar Utilita founder Bill Bullen has made it his mission to spearhead the UK’s Rooftop Revolution as he launches a new advertising campaign encouraging take-up Utilita has a proven installation track record in implementing low-carbon tech – 92% of its households are… Read more »
Deutsche WindGuard Consulting rejuvenates its management board
Benjamin Ahrens joins company founder Axel Albers with immediate effect Varel, 2025-02-06: Benjamin Ahrens has joined the management board of Deutsche WindGuard Consulting GmbH effective 2025-01-29. He now heads the company based in Varel, Germany, together with long-standing Managing Director Axel Albers. In addition to his Master’s degree in Engineering Physics with a focus on… Read more »
‘substantial green prize’ lies ahead for uk as it decarbonizes economy, says dnv
Forecasted progress of the UK’s decarbonization is impressive, with predicted reductions in greenhouse gas emissions by 58% by 2030, 68% by 2035 and 82% by 2050, against 1990 levels, but not reaching net zero By 2050, energy demand is expected to decrease by 25%, primarily because large-scale electrification will create a more efficient energy system… Read more »
UTEP Engineers Model Electric Grid Demand for EVs to Charge While in Motion
EL PASO, Texas (Feb. 4, 2025) – Running out of gas in a remote area far from a gas station is every driver’s worst nightmare. A similar stressor, known as “range anxiety,” exists for owners of electric vehicles who worry about how far their EV’s can drive without running out of battery. As EVs become more common… Read more »
Contel Smart Energy Unveils Energynie™: its composable AI-driven platform for scalable renewable energy management
PETACH-TIKVA, Israel, Feb. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Contel Smart Energy proudly announces the launch of Energynie™, its next-generation composable platform designed to transform renewable energy optimization. Built to quickly adapt, scale and integrate new technologies, Energynie™ can seamlessly manage diverse energy assets (PV, wind, storage, engines) under different site configurations (hybrid technologies, ground-mounted, rooftops, dual-use, microgrids and more). The outstanding modularity of the platform… Read more »
Senior hire signifies launch of Enspec’s new Engineering Department
Enspec Power has announced a significant milestone in the company’s strategic growth plan – the launch of a brand-new Engineering Department. Senior Electrical Engineer Onyekachi Akpotohwo (Kachi) is the first direct hire to have joined. The new five-strong department is expected to grow to eight as the year progresses. Enspec majority shareholder and Chief Technical Officer… Read more »
New Testing Capabilities Strengthen Stability and Grid Code Compliance
R&D Test Systems has successfully concluded the EUDP-funded research project MERGE: Megawatt Scalable Versatile Grid Emulation System, marking a significant milestone in grid emulation technology. Over the course of the project, R&D Test Systems, in collaboration with Aalborg University, has advanced the research and development of grid emulation hardware and software, enabling precise control of… Read more »
WEG reaches two thousand generators supplied to Vestas in Brazil
~ The milestone reinforces a strong partnership and commitment to renewable energy ~ Global leader in motors and drives WEG has supplied two thousand generators to Danish wind energy pioneer Vestas. WEG’s generators are one of the vital components of the turbines produced by the company, and this achievement further strengthens its contribution to the clean… Read more »
Natural Power appoints Head of Innovation
Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has appointed Craig Bradley as Head of Innovation Services. This is a newly created role dedicated to growing the company’s innovation capabilities and accelerating initiatives that will enhance products, services and processes to optimise efficiency. Craig developed his passion and experience for innovation during his 19… Read more »
Arenko secures new contract win with leading renewable energy developer Orsted
Arenko will use its proprietary, enterprise grade Nimbus software to optimise Orsted’s 20MW Carnegie Road battery energy storage system (“BESS”) in Liverpool, UK. Nimbus is expected to go live at the site in February and will be used to maximise the trading performance of the BESS across all the main power trading markets and ancillary… Read more »
Neste and DHL Group to tighten collaboration to reduce logistics emissions
Companies will jointly evaluate how Neste’s renewable solutions may support DHL Group in making its entire logistics chain as sustainable as possible Collaboration aims at leveraging renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel to decarbonize DHL’s transportation To further strengthen their collaboration on reducing emissions in logistics, DHL Group and Neste have agreed to jointly… Read more »
Apatura secures planning consent for new 150 MW Battery Energy Storage System in Scotland
5th February 2025: Apatura, a leader in renewable energy storage, surpasses 1GW of energy storage capacity with the approval of its Neilston Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). The company has secured planning permission for a new 150-megawatt (MW) capacity BESS, with the site serving as another milestone in Apatura’s mission to redefine energy and infrastructure for a… Read more »
Pexapark Welcomes Martin Fraenkel as Independent Board Chairman to Support Global Growth and Platform Expansion
Zurich, Switzerland – [05 February 2025] – Pexapark, a leading provider of renewable energy price intelligence, risk management, and market analytics, is delighted to announce the appointment of Martin Fraenkel as its first independent chairman, effective January 2025. Currently chair of Vakt, and former President of S&P Global Platts, Martin Fraenkel brings over three decades of leadership experience… Read more »
Corvus ESS will power the world’s first fully electric Offshore Vessel
Bergen, Norway – Corvus Energy, the leading supplier of zero emission solutions for the offshore and marine industry, is proud to announce that it will deliver a mega-size battery system for the first fully electric offshore vessel ever to be built. The vessel is an electric Commissioning Service Operation Vessel (eCSOV) that will be constructed by… Read more »
Exide Technologies unveils new Solition Powerbooster Mobile: Delivering flexible and sustainable energy “On-The-Go”
• Solition Powerbooster Mobile offers flexible and zero-emissions energy buffering and supply – wherever, whenever • Built with versatility in mind – ideal for various off-grid use cases such as events, construction sites, or outdoor EV charging • Available with storage capacities of 200 and 400 kWh Gennevilliers, France (?/?/2024) – Exide Technologies, a global… Read more »
Dall Group appoints Torben Høberg as Managing Director of Dall Energy
Following the acquisition of Weiss Energie France (Weiss) and Biomasse Services ét Maintenance (BSM) from Groupe Roullier, the Dall Group has now been formed. The new group consists of Weiss, BSM as well as Dall Energy. Dall Energy founder, Jens Dall Bentzen, is the new Group CEO, while former Torben Høberg, has been appointed lead… Read more »
ABB and Samsung Electronics Enhance User Experience in Energy Management
ABB’s InSite energy management system seamlessly integrates into Samsung’s SmartThings and SmartThings Pro platforms, enabling smarter energy decisions and increased property value Control of smart appliances expands load management capabilities for greater energy efficiency in residential and light commercial buildings Streamlined user experience through SmartThings and SmartThings Pro makes energy management accessible and convenient for users As part of… Read more »
AXIAL and DCE Solar Join Forces in the U.S. Photovoltaic Market
A strategic agreement aimed at strengthening AXIAL’s presence in the U.S. solar market AXIAL announces a collaboration agreement with DCE Solar, a leading company in energy solutions in the United States. This alliance aims to contribute to the penetration of the company’s main products in one of the world’s most important photovoltaic markets, starting with… Read more »
Econowind passes 100th VentoFoil unit sold
Zeewolde, Netherlands – February 4, 2025 – Econowind has surpassed 100 VentoFoil units sold, marking a major milestone in the shipping industry’s shift towards Wind-Assisted Ship Propulsion. The increasing adoption of the VentoFoil system reflects shipowners’ drive to cut fuel consumption, reduce CO₂ emissions, and comply with tightening global regulations. Since the first two units… Read more »
WinGD on-engine NOx abatement solution to make commercial debut
The only on-engine NOx reduction solution for marine two-stroke engines, designed by Swiss marine power company WinGD, will be deployed for the first time on commercial engines after securing type approval. The integrated Selective Catalytic Reduction (iSCR) solution was tested at Mitsui E&S DU (MESDU) Co’s factory in Aioi, Japan, where three WinGD 5X52-S2.0 engines… Read more »