Munich/Pforzheim, October 31, 2024 – The worldwide boom in renewable energy continues unabated and is gaining momentum. Not even the falling prices of fossil energy carriers over the past few months and quarters have been able to knock it off course. Renewables are on the rise and becoming less expensive at the same time: According… Read more »
Category: Press Releases
Cummins Showcases Proven Marine Solutions at International Workboat Show 2024
Cummins Inc., a global leader in power solutions, will exhibit its latest marine technologies at the International Workboat Show in New Orleans from November 12-14, 2024. Visitors to Booth 3001 will have the opportunity to examine the QSK38 EPA Tier 4 solution, designed with repower flexibility in mind. This innovative engine provides clean power in… Read more »
Schneider’s sustainability program heads full speed toward its end-year targets
Schneider’s sustainability program heads full speed toward its end-year targets Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, today announced the latest results of its Schneider Sustainability Impact (SSI) program and its financial results for the third quarter of 2024. Recently recognised as the World’s Most Sustainable Company by TIME and… Read more »
St. Johns Ship Building Secures Contract with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for Construction of Two (2)-Stop Log Barges
Palatka, FL — St. Johns Ship Building, owned by Americraft Marine, proudly announces a landmark agreement with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to construct two (2) 140′ x 32′ x 7′ Stop Log Barges. This pivotal contract represents St. Johns Ship Building’s first new construction project for the U.S. Government, marking an exciting… Read more »
Manta Ray Energy Unveils ‘Landlord PV Box’ to Boost Solar Adoption and Help Meet UK’s Net-Zero Targets
Innovative solution aims to incentivize solar installations in rental properties, addressing a critical need in the UK’s renewable energy goals As the UK moves towards its ambitious target of achieving 70 GW of installed solar capacity by 2035, there is a significant gap to bridge. The country’s current solar capacity stands at just 18.53 GW,… Read more »
Heat recovery spreads load for butter producer
High efficiency heat recovery from SCM Frigo’s SEC-200 (Sustainable Energy Controller) is transforming the cooling performance of a farm producing artisan butter for some of the UK’s leading hotels. FridgeHUB, Beijer Ref’s specialist refrigeration equipment service, worked with service and maintenance provider Severn Cooling & Electrical throughout the project at Netherend Farm in Gloucestershire, led… Read more »
ABB and Blykalla collaborate on small modular nuclear reactor technology in Sweden
Memorandum of Understanding signed between ABB and Swedish nuclear energy company Blykalla to collaborate on small modular reactor (SMR) technology to support clean electricity production and decarbonization goals ABB automation, electrification and digital solutions to support electrical pilot reactor project in Sweden where nuclear power reactors provide about 30 percent of electricity SMRs offer lower… Read more »
Newly introduced NextDF technology for Wärtsilä 25DF engine delivers ultra-low methane emissions
Technology group Wärtsilä has introduced its innovative NextDF feature for the Wärtsilä 25DF dual-fuel engine. While operating on liquefied natural gas (LNG), the NextDF feature reduces methane emissions to less than two percent of fuel use across all load points, achieving as low as 1.1 percent in a wide load range. What’s more, the nitrogen… Read more »
New funding must focus on energy to turbocharge growth says ADE
£70 billion of funding for the National Wealth Fund announced in today’s Autumn Budget marks a crucial step forward for the energy industry and its role in ensuring the transition to net zero is a just one, says the Association for Decentralised Energy (ADE). The trade association, representing more than 150 organisations, advocates for heat… Read more »
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves presented the UK Government’s Autumn Budget to Parliament earlier today (October 30).
Responding, Claire Mack, Chief Executive of Scottish Renewables, said: “With its Autumn Budget announced today, the UK Government has once again ecognized that the renewable energy industry will play a vital role in helping to grow the UK economy and a sizeable pipeline of projects here in Scotland will be key to this growth plan…. Read more »
ABB selected to upgrade irrigation pumping stations at Serres in Greece
For improved energy performance at pumping stations and better flow of water within the irrigation network, ABB’s host of solutions can help Greek farmers. Water is critical to industrial, household and agricultural activities. The Serres area, in Northern Greece, known for its architecture, is also an agricultural and cotton farming base. The Land Improvement Organization… Read more »
Penspen Completes Acquisition of Aberdeen’s C&I Engineering Solutions
LONDON, United Kingdom, 25th October 2024 – Penspen, a leading international energy consultancy, is expanding its presence in the North-East following the successful acquisition of Aberdeen-based C&I Engineering Solutions. Control and Instrumentation engineering consultancy C&I Engineering Solutions will now operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of Penspen, with Grant Lunn, CEO, Derek Sives, COO, Richard… Read more »
Italy: ECOMONDO, the international sustainability hub, is about to begin
At the leading trade show for green technologies, 650 hosted buyers from North Africa, Europe, North and Latin America are expected to attend, as well as delegations from 100 countries and 72 organisations, institutions and associations worldwide. RIMINI, Italy, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Ecomondo (Rimini Expo Centre, 5-8 November 2024), Italian Exhibition Group’s leading… Read more »
SCHMID Group Opens New Branch in Asia-Pacific – SCHMID Asia Pacific Sdn Bhd to Launch on November 1, 2024
Freudenstadt, October 30, 2024 – The SCHMID Group is pleased to announce the official opening of its newest division, SCHMID Asia Pacific Sdn Bhd. As of November 1, 2024, the new division will begin operations, providing comprehensive services and solutions to customers across the Asia-Pacific region. This expansion marks another important step in the SCHMID… Read more »
Planetiers World Gathering wraps after three days of insightful discussions and displays of innovative solutions for sustainability
With more than 100 speakers from all over the world, the global sustainability conference enabled changemakers, innovators, and climate experts to network and exchange the latest innovation within the sector EUROPE: A leading sustainability summit, Planetiers World Gathering has today concluded its three-day conference. Over 100 changemakers, innovators, and climate experts worldwide gathered in Aveiro,… Read more »
Klaveness Combination Carriers makes first move into wind with bound4blue eSAIL® system on CABU III newbuild
Klaveness Combination Carriers to install its first ever Wind Assisted Propulsion System (WAPS) with bound4blue’s suction sails (eSAIL®) CABU III newbuild will feature largest ever suction sails, with two units of 24m in height The installation marks bound4blue’s first newbuild project in China, and the first installation of its model 3 solution Oslo, 30… Read more »
DuoVane: Pfeiffer Vacuum+Fab Solutions Presents the New Generation of Rotary Vane Vacuum Pumps
Pfeiffer Vacuum+Fab Solutions introduces DuoVane®, a new series of rotary vane vacuum pumps. Usable worldwide, reliable and efficient, they are the optimized successors to the proven pumps from the Pascal and DuoLine series. Asslar, October 29, 2024 – The DuoVane vacuum pumps achieve a pumping speed of 6 to 22 m³/h. Equipped with a motor… Read more »
The Brewery Quarter in Cheltenham Targeting a 138 Tonne Reduction in Annual Carbon Emissions with Innovative Rooftop Solar System
Installation will provide up to 200,000 kWh of renewable energy each year – drastically offsetting The Brewery Quarter’s regulated energy use in all common parts of the estate. SolarEdge technology chosen to maximise energy production and to provide the high level of safety required for the popular and busy venue. 29th October 2024 –… Read more »
Deutsche Windtechnik is further expanding its training capacities – Training Center opens a new location with wind turbines in original condition
Deutsche Windtechnik is expanding its Training Center: A new location in Bissendorf near the German city Osnabrück will be officially inaugurated today (29 October 2024) with the participation of government officials and representatives from the wind industry. The training courses in Bissendorf will focus on technical training and further education for the company’s own service… Read more »
Offshore renewables supply chain accelerator programme opens exclusively for ambitious North East Scotland businesses
One of the UK’s most successful supply chain mentoring programmes delivering tailored business support for companies targeting success in the growing offshore renewables energy sector will open exclusively to North East-Scotland based companies from today, (28 October 2024). This is the fifth Fit for Offshore Renewables (F4OR) programme to be run in the region by… Read more »
TUAL unveils Boost Charger powerbank to plug the energy gap at electric commercial-vehicle fleet sites
TUAL’s cutting-edge DC Boost Charger solution is designed from the ground-up to power fleets into the EV transition, relieving their reliance on grid infrastructure The rapidly deployable solution provides dependable power for fleet sites facing limited energy supply, keeping vehicles operating efficiently and minimising charging downtime TUAL’s Boost Charger powerbanks employ the same robust design… Read more »
25.4%！LONGi Sets New World Record for Crystalline Silicon Module Efficiency
25. October, 2025 — On October 23rd, LONGi Green Energy Technology (Hereinafter referred to as LONGi) officially announced a new world record for crystalline silicon module efficiency. According to the latest certification report of the Fraunhofer-ISE Institute of Solar Cells in Germany, the efficiency of the module independently developed by LONGi HPBC 2.0 solar cells reached… Read more »
Jim Sorenson Joins St. Johns Ship Building as Vice President of Government Sales
Palatka, FL – October 25, 2024 – St. Johns Ship Building, a premier Jones Act facility owned by Americraft Marine, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jim Sorenson as Vice President of Government Sales. Sorenson will spearhead all government-related sales efforts at the Palatka-based shipyard and report directly to Joe Rella, President of St…. Read more »
Roof Tile Manufacturer Elevates Solar Expertise with Dedicated Specialist
Following the successful launch of its first solar offering earlier this year, leading roof tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles has further strengthened its expertise in the solar PV sector with a new role. A new Technical Solar Manager enables the firm to expand its reach into the market and improve the support it offers to… Read more »
Medebridge solar farm reaches major milestone
Enviromena’s solar farm project in Medebridge, Essex, has reached a major milestone with the completion of the installation of over 100,000 bi-facial solar modules in less than five months since construction works began. The 71MWp project, spanning 175 acres near South Ockenden, was acquired by clean energy company Enviromena from NTR in March 2024 and… Read more »
Segen To Open Dedicated Training Facility to Address Shortage of Renewables Installers in the UK
Segen Academy will train around 1,600 solar PV, BESS, heat pump and EV charging installers annually The Academy will open its doors on November 6, 2024 23rd October 2024 – Segen Ltd., the UK’s largest renewables distributor, today announces the launch of the Segen Academy, a dedicated state-of-the-art training facility aimed at tackling the… Read more »
GE Vernova Provides GridOS® Orchestration Software to Help West African Power Pool (WAPP) Facilitate Energy Exchange Among Its Member States
LAGOS, Nigeria, October 24, 2024 – GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) today announced that its GridOS® orchestration software is deployed in the newly completed Information and Coordination Centre (ICC) in Abomey-Calavi, Benin for the West African Power Pool (WAPP), a groundbreaking initiative aimed at transforming the region’s energy landscape. The recently inaugurated ICC will serve… Read more »
New Report from Sphera Reveals Adoption of Technology to Prevent Major Accident Hazards and Human Factors Are Top Challenges in Process Safety
Sphera’s 2024 Process Safety Report shows that while senior leadership and compliance are improving process safety, there remains a persistent gap between safety goals and reality CHICAGO, IL (October 23, 2024) – Despite advances in available technology that bridge the gap between safety intent and achievement, about two-thirds (66%) of companies still cited disparities between… Read more »
Remote Energy and WISEe Celebrate Successful Completion of the Solar Career Pathways Program in Kenya
This program empowered women with skills, training, and job placements in the growing solar industry in Kenya. October 24th, 2024 – Remote Energy, in collaboration with WISEe (Women in Sustainable Energy and Entrepreneurship), through a partnership with BayWa r.e. SES GmbH, successfully concluded the Career Pathways program in Kenya. The initiative equipped women with critical… Read more »
Development of Infrastructure and Capacity at Europe’s Ports is Crucial for the Ambition of 300 GW Offshore Wind in the North Sea
The Odense Recommendations is a historic opportunity to transform Europe’s industry and create thousands of manufacturing jobs within the green transition as the ambitions for at least 300 GW of offshore wind in the North Sea are to be fulfilled. This is an opportunity we must seize, but it requires investment, according to Odense Port… Read more »
K2 Management completes due diligence on Cathay Life’s landmark Taiwan offshore wind investment
K2 Management (K2M) provides due diligence services to Cathay Life on its Greater Changhua 4 wind farm investment – the largest offshore wind investment made by a Taiwanese corporate to date 24th October 2024, Taiwan – K2 Management (K2M), a leading global renewable energy engineering and project management consultancy, has completed due diligence on Taiwanese insurer Cathay… Read more »
Resillion and partners launch real-world demonstrations of interoperable demand-side response technologies
Real-world trials of smart energy technologies that help households and businesses better manage electricity use are underway, bringing the UK closer to its Net Zero goal. 24 October 2024 – Resillion, a leading Quality Assurance company, and its consortium partners – the University of Strathclyde’s PNDC, ScottishPower Energy Retail Ltd and QualityLogic Inc – have… Read more »
DNV TAPPED TO HELP LENDERS AND INVESTORS ASSESS USD 40 BILLION WORTH OF U.S. OFFSHORE WIND PROJECTS
KATY, TEXAS, 24 October 2024 – DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, is performing due diligence to enable the financing of eight offshore wind projects on the United States’ Atlantic Coast. The announcement follows news from DNV’s Energy Transition Outlook 2024 report, which forecasts that about 10 GW of fixed offshore wind is… Read more »
Sonnedix Inaugurates 21 MW Solar PV Cluster in Poland
Warsaw, Poland, 24 October 2024 – Sonnedix, a leading renewable energy producer with over 3 GW of global operating capacity, is proud to announce the inauguration of its 21 MW WD solar photovoltaic (PV) cluster in the Podlasie region of northeastern Poland. When fully operational this year the WD Cluster will produce around 24,500 MWh… Read more »
OX2 to manage a 211 MW wind farm in Finland
OX2 has signed an asset management agreement for Piiparinmäki wind farm with Nuveen Infrastructure. Under the agreement, OX2 will be responsible for the technical, commercial and financial management of the Piiparinmäki wind farm, to ensure optimal asset performance on the behalf of Nuveen Infrastructure, the private infrastructure investment business of $1.2tn global asset manager Nuveen…. Read more »
“Cinderella of UK energy”: Nick Rosen criticises government for neglecting local power as it rushes Great British Energy Bill through Parliament
As the bill approaches a critical Report Stage on October 29th, Nick Rosen warns that community and local energy projects are at risk of being sidelined by major industry players, jeopardising the UK’s energy resilience in the face of shifting global energy dynamics. Nick Rosen cites evidence to the Commons Select Committee from witnesses including… Read more »