The Leipzig-based technology company for LED solar simulators, WAVELABS Solar Metrology Systems GmbH, was named as a finalist for the “The smarter E AWARD 2024” in the “Photovoltaics” category for the application SINUS-3000 PRO. Leipzig, Germany, June 13, 2024 – The award-winning German developer and producer of LED-based solar simulators, WAVELABS, will be presenting the SINUS-3000 PRO at… Read more »
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Axial launches its fourth generation of trackers with the new AxialTracker SlopeSync
The new double row solar tracker model combines homokinetic technology with the cardan system to offer maximum synchronisation with the most complex terrain The Spanish company will present the new product range at its booth A6.320 at Intersolar Europe, which is being held from 19 to 21 June in Munich Axial presents its fourth… Read more »
Brazil and Mexico go Munich: Green Energy Transition in Latin America
Pforzheim, May 29, 2024: Brazil and Mexico are highly dynamic markets for energy transition solutions. In occasion of The smarter E Europe, taking place in June 18-21, in Munich, Germany, the teams of The smarter E South America and Intersolar Mexico are hosting an side event on the role of Brazil and Mexico in regards… Read more »
element1 – Powering Brazil’s Green Hydrogen Movement
São Paulo/Pforzheim, May 27, 2024: As Brazil carves out a significant role in the global energy landscape, its vast territory and abundant natural resources position it as a leading force in renewable, clean, and sustainable energy. Amidst this backdrop, the production of Green Hydrogen (H2V) is gaining momentum. For the first time, The smarter E… Read more »
Pfeiffer Vacuum at the Battery Show 2024: Battery Leak Testing Assures Quality and Longevity
Asslar, June 12, 2024. At this year’s Battery Show Europe, Pfeiffer Vacuum will exhibit state-of-the-art vacuum and leak detection solutions for advanced battery manufacturing and battery recycling. Improved quality, high yield and reduced manufacturing and testing costs There are several decisive factors for the functionality, high quality and safety of lithium-ion batteries. These include their… Read more »
INMOCO launches new Kollmorgen EtherCAT stepper drive for UK market
Motion and automation distributor, Intelligent Motion Control (INMOCO), has launched Kollmorgen’s new P80360-ECE stepper drive that provides real-time control. The stepper drive’s EtherCAT interface enables fast and simple integration into existing EtherCAT architectures. The P80360-ECE also adds a range of control modes to achieve high-performance motor speed and position modulation. Kollmorgen has extended its P8000… Read more »
JinkoSolar’s 182 mm TOPCon Module Reaches Highest Conversion Efficiency of 25.42%
SHANGRAO, China, June 11, 2024 — JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd. (“JinkoSolar” or the “Company”) (NYSE: JKS), one of the largest and most innovative solar module manufacturers in the world, today announced a significant breakthrough in the development of its N-type TOPCon solar module. Tested by TÜV SÜD, the conversion efficiency for 2 m2 above large-size… Read more »
ArcVera adds monthly Europe and Australia wind and solar resource anomaly maps for rapid plant production analysis
Since April 2020, ArcVera Renewables has published free monthly Wind and Solar Anomaly Maps for regions across the globe. ArcVera is actively working on 6 continents and over 90 countries. The maps are produced using proprietary processes, ensuring early-next-month first-look availability of critical information to meet the urgent internal needs of our global clientele. “We… Read more »
Offshore wind must account for climate change in financial modelling – Youwind & Climate Scale
– Changing wind patterns due to climate change threaten to impact financial performance of the offshore wind industry. – Climate scale models reveal the mid-latitudes of the Northern Hemisphere are likely to experience the most significant negative impact from changes in atmospheric circulation due to global warming. – Joint study between Youwind and Climate Scale… Read more »
Connections for safe and sustainable energy solutions
Allschwil/Switzerland, June 12, 2023 − Intersolar Europe, Munich: From June 19 to 21, Stäubli presents its comprehensive solutions for safe renewable energy applications such as power generation, transmission and storage, automated manufacturing and charging of vehicles for carbon-neutral transportation in hall A4 at booth 560. The market leader and pioneer for photovoltaic connectors is showcasing… Read more »
Solis Unveils Pioneering Inverter Solutions at SNEC and Intersolar Europe
UK – June 11, 2024: Ginlong (Solis) Technologies, the world’s third largest PV inverter manufacturer, is showcasing its cutting-edge storage and inverter solutions at SNEC and Intersolar Europe this month – two of the world’s leading exhibitions for the solar industry. SNEC, scheduled June 13 – 15, and Intersolar, June 19 – 21, will provide… Read more »
Full Circle Signs 10-year Full Scope Contract Extensions with Murex for EWT Turbines Across South West England
Full Circle Wind Services has signed long-term full-scope contract extensions with Murex for four EWT turbines located in Trerulefoot, Holsworthy, and Liskeard. This extension builds on an initial 10-year contract, now renewed for an additional 10 years, bringing the total duration to 20 years, which is the turbine’s certified lifespan. With exceptional service and maintenance,… Read more »
Fortescue and Jan De Nul join forces to lay sub-sea cables and deliver green electrons from North Africa to Europe
Transport of green electrons is key to help reduce the total energy needs of the world. Both parties signed an agreement on sending green electrons from Morocco and North Africa to Europe. Through sub-sea cables we can transport green electrons from energy-producing continents to energy-demanding ones. Fortescue, a world-leading green technology, energy and metals… Read more »
Jumbo Offshore wraps up monopile removal works in Taiwan
Jumbo Offshore has completed the removal of two monopiles on the Offshore Wind Farm (OWF) Yunlin in Taiwan. The Jumbo Offshore crew reliably carried out the work, whilst deploying its DP2 Heavy Lift Crane Vessel Fairplayer from Europe to support the onsite operations. Jumbo Offshore was awarded the contract by Yunneng Wind Power Co., Ltd…. Read more »
HTM orders up to three Airbus H145 helicopters for offshore wind operations
Berlin – HTM Helicopters has placed an order for one Airbus H145 helicopter, with options for two additional helicopters of the same type. The new helicopter will be used in offshore wind operations, transporting technicians and materials to wind farm turbines off the coasts of Germany and France. “Over the past 15 years in the offshore wind business, we’ve… Read more »
REC showcases its most advanced solar panels and latest developments at Intersolar Europe 2024
Munich, Germany – June 6, 2024: REC Group, an international pioneering solar energy company, will be proudly exhibiting at Intersolar Europe 2024 in Munich, Germany on June 19-21. At booth A2.460, REC will showcase its latest innovations based on the multiple-award-winning REC Alpha platform and the advanced heterojunction solar cell technology (HJT). In light of… Read more »
WinGD, Alfa Laval, ABS and K Shipbuilding join forces for ammonia-fuelled tanker design
Swiss marine power company WinGD, Swedish marine technology leader Alfa Laval and the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) will work with Korean shipbuilder K Shipbuilding (KSB) on the development of an ammonia-fuelled MR tanker design, under a memorandum of understanding signed in April. The design will feature a 6X52DF-A engine from WinGD. WinGD will work… Read more »
Swiss Steel Group sets ambitious science-based decarbonization targets and supports the 1.5°C goals of the Paris Agreement
Swiss Steel Group reaffirms its commitment to the 1.5°C targets of the Paris Agreement and has set ambitious, science-based decarbonization targets validated by the SBTi As the world’s first steel producer, Swiss Steel Group has validated decarbonization targets (after endorsement by the Science Based Targets initiative, SBTi) according to the SBTi sectoral guidelines for the… Read more »
Major milestone as UrbanChain secures electricity supply licence
Ofgem grants supply licence to UK’s leading provider of peer-to-peer energy exchange services UrbanChain founders say superior array of products can now be offered to customers while generator clients will gain a higher level of control CleanTech company says it is more than an energy exchange platform, ‘our role is to create communities’ The… Read more »
REC Celebrates Solar PV System at CPKC Stadium with Ribbon-Cutting Event
Kansas City, Missouri, June 5, 2024 – REC Group, an international pioneering solar energy company, held a ribbon-cutting event on May 18, 2024 to celebrate the 75.6kW solar PV system installed at CPKC Stadium in Kansas City. The event was a collaboration between REC, Good Energy Solutions and the KC Current professional women’s soccer team…. Read more »
New partnership to revolutionise renewable energy solutions in UK homes
A UK-first collaboration between SOLARWATT UK & IRELAND and Stiebel Eltron UK and is set to drive forward renewable energy powered homes across the United Kingdom. The partnership will offer a holistic approach to the implementation of renewable technologies across dwellings, maximising energy efficiency, cost savings, and delivering sustainable homes across the UK. Combining SOLARWATT’s… Read more »
GLOBAL LEADERS FORUM: CHARTING A NEW DEVELOPMENT COURSE IN A CHANGING WORLD
Six decades of impact: Marking 60 years of UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) Convening global leaders: UNCTAD brings together world leaders to shape a vision for inclusive prosperity in a complex global landscape High-level participation: featuring the UN Secretary-General, six heads of state and government and 28 Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Trade Geneva,… Read more »
Borders Wind Farm Watch initiative launched
In response to growing concern about the significant proliferation of wind farms and their impact on nature, the landscape and residential areas, a new initiative – Borders Wind Farm Watch – has been formed to monitor wind farm development in the Scottish Borders. According to Scottish Borders Council data, it is believed that there are… Read more »
SolarEdge Launches New AI-Driven Software in Germany to Maximize Energy Bill Savings for Homeowners on Dynamic Electricity Tariffs
Available today, the new AI-based SolarEdge ONE energy optimization system is designed to autonomously optimize home energy production and consumption with solar and storage in-line with real-time energy prices MUNICH, Germany – 4 June 2024 – To support the clean energy transition with grid balancing, dynamic electricity rates are gradually being introduced across Europe –… Read more »
Recruiting initiative at WindEnergy Hamburg
WindEnergy Hamburg will bring together the movers and shakers of the international wind energy industry from 24 to 27 September 2024. A great opportunity for young talents: The leading global wind industry expo’s Recruiting Days will provide an attractive platform for young jobseekers to meet face-to-face with potential employers. Hamburg, 4 June 2024 – The… Read more »
Ageing power plants forecast to drive up grid supply costs until end of decade
New forecasts from Cornwall Insight’s Power Curve Report show that the price paid to electricity generators to maintain a stable electricity supply in the UK will remain at least £51 per kilowatt (kW) annually until the end of the decade. Substantially higher than the current £18kW rates. Ageing power plants and the expensive construction of… Read more »
Meyer Burger presents new products at Intersolar Europe in Munich
• Meyer Burger offers solar modules with above-average longevity and warranties with the highest yields for both residential roofs and solar power plants • The entire portfolio of Meyer Burger high-performance modules contains no toxic lead and is produced with highest social standards and without forced labor • Meyer Burger provides outlook on modules with… Read more »
World market leaders to attend the new INOLOPE EXPO trade show
Five industry majors have already secured their places INOLOPE EXPO will be held at Dortmund Exhibition Centre between 12 and 14 February 2025. The new show will focus on absolutely all the latest developments in ‘smart shell’ building envelopes which have a key role to play in architecture and facility management. Dortmund, 03 June 2024… Read more »
Work starts on National Grid substation which will help power Sunderland’s new gigafactories
New Hylton Castle substation is being built on the International Advanced Manufacturing Park (IAMP) Substation will connect new gigafactories on the park to the electricity transmission network New connection will deliver energy equivalent to powering half a million homes for a day National Grid is starting work on a new 275kV substation on IAMP… Read more »
ESS and Burbank Water & Power Celebrate Commissioning of First Iron Flow Battery System on BWP EcoCampus
ESS Energy Warehouse™ system will showcase central role of non-lithium, long-duration energy storage technologies in a decarbonized grid. Burbank, Calif. – May 31, 2024 – ESS Tech, Inc., (ESS) (NYSE: GWH) a leading manufacturer of long-duration energy storage (LDES) systems for commercial and utility-scale energy storage applications, and Burbank Water and Power (BWP) today celebrated… Read more »
ArcVera Recruits German Wind Expert Joerg Winterfeldt and Establishes European-based Offices
ArcVera Renewables, a leading global renewable energy technical consultancy, announced today that it is expanding its consulting services reach by establishing European offices. Wind industry veteran Dr. Joerg Winterfeldt has joined the ArcVera Renewables team as European Continent Manager and Senior Atmospheric Scientist. “ArcVera continues to expand globally. In addition to the United States, we… Read more »
Hanwha named to TIME’s list of the TIME100 Most Influential Companies
The list, which features companies making an extraordinary impact around the world, honored Hanwha as a “Titan,” noting its growing presence in the industries of defense and clean energy [May 31, 2024] — Hanwha joins TIME’s fourth annual TIME100 Most Influential Companies list, which spotlights 100 companies making an extraordinary impact around the world. TIME… Read more »
New method could significantly reduce agricultural greenhouse gas emissions
New research by the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) and IIASA proposes using soil bacteria to cut greenhouse gas emissions from food production. Nitrogen fertilization leads to emissions of the greenhouse gas nitrous oxide (N₂O) from agricultural soils, accounting for a significant portion of total greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture. It has long been… Read more »
Bardex’s Off Vessel Tensioning BarLatchTM Mooring System Wins the 39th Annual Woelfel Best Mechanical Engineering Achievement Award
HOUSTON, May 21, 2024 – Bardex, a global leader in products and systems for marine-based heavy lifting, transfer, and restraint is thrilled to be this year’s recipient of the Woelfel BMEA award for its Off Vessel Tensioning (OVT) BarLatchTM mooring system. The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) confers the prestigious award to recognize a… Read more »
Robosys Automation continues global expansion opening new US office to support offshore renewables
Advanced maritime autonomy specialist, Robosys Automation, has announced the opening of its new US office, following another successful year of delivering advanced maritime autonomy and vessel control solutions worldwide. The new US office will be supporting the emerging ocean renewables sector in the Americas maritime markets, including offshore wind farms. Robosys’ VOYAGER AI solutions provides… Read more »
Omron to demonstrate extensive product lineup for EV charging, ESS and solar applications at smarter E Europe 2024
Hoofddorp, The Netherlands, 30 May 2024. Omron Electronic Components Europe has announced it will showcase a range of new innovations that support efficiency and reduction of energy losses for EV charging, electricity storage systems (ESS) and solar applications at the smarter E Europe Exhibition 2024. The exhibition, which takes place in Munich on June 19-21,… Read more »