Understanding the technology that powers our sustainable future. Bodegraven, August 30, 2023 – GreenMatch UK, a leading sustainable energy solutions provider, is proud to share insights into the science behind solar panel energy conversion to electricity. Understanding the technology behind solar panels is essential as the world moves towards renewable energy sources. Solar panels, also known as photovoltaic (PV)… Read more »
Category: Press Releases
Balmoral takes seamless bend stiffener connector to market
Balmoral, the Aberdeen-based energy industry specialist, has introduced a number of subsea solutions through its innovation-focused road map programme over the past few years. These include Balmoral HexDefence and Balmoral FibreFlex, scour and cable protection systems respectively for the offshore wind sector. The latest product solution to be brought to market is a bend stiffener… Read more »
Marine Data: Shaping Offshore Wind Farms from Planning to Operation
The rapid growth of offshore wind farms has led to an increased demand for accurate and reliable data and data management. The marine data could be split into two categories: (1) sensor data acquired during different survey work and (2) non-sensor data like documentation, planning/design, and assessments. The sensor data provide information about e.g., water… Read more »
Port of Tyne Expands its Role in UK’s Renewable Energy Market with a New Drax Supply Chain Contract
The Port of Tyne has signed a new contract with Drax, the UK’s largest renewable power generator by output, to maintain the supply of sustainably sourced biomass pellets to Drax Power Station in Selby, North Yorkshire. The new four-year agreement will see the continued import of sustainably sourced biomass with annual volumes of up to… Read more »
EchoSense attains USFWS approval in Habitat Conservation Plan
Natural Power’s innovative bat curtailment technology, EchoSense, has been approved by the US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) as an alternative to blanket curtailment in a finalized Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) in Region 3 (Midwest). This paves the way for broader adoption of EchoSense as a smart curtailment solution that complies with USFWS requirements and… Read more »
Thornova Solar ranked as BNEF Tier 1 module Manufacturer
Fremont, CA (August 22, 2023)…Thornova Solar announced today that the company has been added to the list of Tier 1 Module Manufacturers, as reported in Bloomberg New Energy Finance’s (BNEF) Third Quarter Report 2023. BNEF’s Tier 1 list are those module manufacturers considered “bankable” based on successful projects and deals closed in the past and… Read more »
VideoRay Welcomes U.S. Navy Veteran as Director of Product and Innovation
POTTSTOWN, Pa., August 4, 2023 – VideoRay, a global leader in underwater robotic systems, welcomes U.S. Navy veteran Todd Holtz as the company’s new Director of Product and Innovation. To support VideoRay’s rapid growth, Holtz will play a key role in developing new underwater robotic systems, expanding payloads, enhancing testing and quality control processes, and… Read more »
Sunova Solar listed as Tier 1 module manufacturer by BNEF
In its 3rd quarter 2023 report, Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF) lists Sunova Solar as a Tier 1 module manufacturer. The listing is based on eight accepted projects, which fulfilled their criteria of being larger than 1.5 MW and financed by at least six different banks non-recourse. Wuxi 21.08.02023 – Sunova Solar is proud to… Read more »
A step closer to commercialising catalysed fusion for electrical energy
To kick off the process of validating its catalysed fusion EnergiCells in the UK, fusion specialists at ENG8 International have visited the UK Atomic Energy Authority (AEA) at Culham Science Park in Oxfordshire, where they are setting up a UK base, followed by an analysis at the University of Cambridge, Materials Science and Metallurgy Centre…. Read more »
PVH SIGNS WITH CEEC TO SUPPLY 1.7GW FOR THE BIGGEST SOLAR PROJECT IN MIDDLE EAST
Jeddah, 17th August.- PVH, the number one solar tracker manufacturer in Middle East, has signed a major contract with China Energy Engineering Group Co., Ltd (CEEC) to supply 1.7GW for the largest solar project in the MENA region. The project is located in the Al Shuaibah area of Jeddah City, Makkah Province in Saudi Arabia,… Read more »
Nearthlab Releases First-of-its-Kind Blade Defect Categorization Guide
New industry guide introduces universal standards by which wind turbine blade defects are to be sorted August 16 – Nearthlab, a leading provider of autonomous drone solutions, issued a three-part guide on defect categorization. The newly published guidebook puts forward clear-cut benchmarks for assessing and sorting out various defects found in wind turbine blades based… Read more »
LONGi Receives Science Based Target initiative (SBTi) Approval for Emission Reduction Targets
Xi’an, China | August 16, 2023 – LONGi, the world leading solar technology company on August 11, 2023 announced that its emission reduction targets were approved by the independent Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). With the approval, LONGi has become one of more than 4600 companies worldwide that have joined the SBTi and set science-based targets…. Read more »
Electrifying developments at ENG8
To kick off the process of validating its catalysed fusion EnergiCells in the UK, fusion specialists at ENG8 International have visited the UK Atomic Energy Authority (AEA) at Culham Science Park in Oxfordshire, where they are setting up a UK base, followed by an analysis at the University of Cambridge, Materials Science and Metallurgy Centre…. Read more »
Simon Schweda takes over as head of the product team
Geislingen-Binsdorf, 15.08.2023 – Simon Schweda started at Solar-Log GmbH on 1 August and took over product management at the energy management professional. Simon Schweda, who previously worked as Chief Product Officer at EnBW’s “Virtual Power Plant”, is looking forward to his new responsibilities. “What appeals to me most at Solar-Log is the possibility of extensive… Read more »
Fred. Olsen Renewables appoints ZX Measurement Services for wind measurements at proposed Scawd Law Wind Farm
Twin ZX 300 Lidars deployed to support Fred. Olsen Renewables development plans. Renewable energy developer Fred. Olsen Renewables has contracted wind resource campaign management specialist ZX Measurement Services (ZX MS) to support their expanding onshore wind development activities in Scotland. Fred. Olsen Renewables is one of the longest standing renewable energy developers in Scotland. It… Read more »
ASL SAFETY & TRAINING COMPLETES FIRST EVER GLOBAL WIND ORGANISATION OFFSHORE WIND TURBINE TECHNICIAN TRAINING
ASL SAFETY & TRAINING(RENEWABLES) has announced today that it has recently completed the first ever Offshore Renewables Wind Turbine Technician Training programme in conjunction with the Green Tech Skillnet and Wind Energy Ireland. The training programme for the latest batch of wind turbine technicians followed the Global Wind Organisations Entry level framework. Following completion of… Read more »
NKT awarded the contract for export power cables for the Baltic Power Offshore Wind Park
NKT has signed the order for the power cable system for the Polish offshore wind project Baltic Power. The project is important for the transition to renewable energy in Poland and the national ambitions of up to 11 GW offshore wind installed by 2040. As announced on 6 June 2023, NKT was finalizing the contract… Read more »
Maximize Solar Power: Unveiling the Secret of MPPT
When talking about the advantages of microinverters, we always mention “Multi-channel MPPT design keeps the microinverter running at maximum power at all times. ” In this article, we will unveil the mysteries of MPPT. What is MPPT? Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) is a control technique commonly used in PV systems, and the goal of… Read more »
In-line mooring buoyancy developed for floating wind and SURF sectors
Specialising in buoyancy, protection and insulation solutions, Aberdeen-based Balmoral has a long and proven track record of successful buoyancy installations around the world. A comprehensive range of ‘off-the-shelf’ products are deployed across a number of applications, from simple location markers to short term installation/deployment aids, while specialised mooring buoy arrangements bring unique characteristics and advantages… Read more »
DemoSATH has achieved a key project milestone with the offshore installation
Bilbao, 11th August 2023. The DemoSATH project has achieved a significant milestone with the successful installation of its 2MW innovative floating wind platform demonstrator in open sea waters. The operation, carried out by the Windstaller Alliance, used their anchor handling vessel, the Normand Sapphire, along with local tugboats, to tow DemoSATH from the construction site… Read more »
Maxeon Solar Technologies Selects Albuquerque, New Mexico as Site for New 3-Gigawatt Solar Cell and Panel Manufacturing Facility
SINGAPORE, Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Maxeon Solar Technologies, Ltd. (NASDAQ: MAXN) (“Maxeon” or “the Company”), a global leader in solar innovation and channels, today announced it has chosen Albuquerque, New Mexico, as the location for its first U.S. manufacturing expansion. The new world-class, 3-gigawatt facility will be designed to produce latest-generation TOPCon PV-silicon cell… Read more »
PVH to supply 805 MW in Saudi Arabia for L&T at Ar Rass
Jeddah, August 8th – PVH, a leading global manufacturer and supplier of solar trackers, is thrilled to announce the signing of another major contract with Larsen & Toubro (L&T) for the supply of 805 MW on a solar project in Saudi Arabia at Ar Rass City. The project will be located in Saudi Arabia Qassim… Read more »
Gransolar Group increases its net income by 94% in 2022, to 44 million Euros
Madrid, 07.08.2023. Grupo Gransolar, a leading international business group in the manufacture and supply of solar trackers and their components, and the development and construction of photovoltaic plants, closed 2022 with a net profit of 44 million euros, 94% higher than the previous year. Revenues received by the Group amounted to €991 million, 84% more… Read more »
Engineered heavy lifting expertise key to Taiwan’s most ambitious offshore wind projects
Ørsted Taiwan, part of the world’s largest offshore wind company Ørsted, has selected Mammoet-Giant Taiwan, a joint venture between Mammoet, the engineered heavy lifting and transport specialist, and Taiwanese Giant Heavy Machinery Services – to provide essential support for the 920 MW Greater Changhua 2b and 4 offshore wind farms in Taiwan. This remarkable offshore… Read more »
RES to acquire Ingeteam’s renewable services division – £30bn AuM upon completion
London, 1 August 2023 – RES, the world’s largest independent renewable energy company, today announces it will acquire Ingeteam’s Renewable Service division. This announcement follows the signing of a Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) between both parties. Upon completion, RES will have £30bn (€35bn) of assets under management, making it the largest renewable energy support… Read more »
Leeward Renewable Energy and Nextracker Expand Strategic Partnership with 3-Year Volume Commitment Agreement for 3 GW
Dallas and Fremont, California, 1 August, 2023 – Leeward Renewable Energy (LRE), a high-growth renewable energy developer and independent power producer, and Nextracker (Nasdaq: NXT), a global market leader in utility-scale solar tracker and software optimization technology, today announced that they have signed a Volume Commitment Agreement (VCA) to deliver three gigawatts (GW) of Nextracker’s… Read more »
SolarEdge Announces Second Quarter 2023 Financial Results
MILPITAS, Calif. — August 1, 2023. SolarEdge Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: SEDG), a global leader in smart energy technology, today announced its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023. Second Quarter 2023 Highlights Record revenues of $991.3 million Record revenues from solar segment of $947.4 million GAAP gross margin of 32.0% Non-GAAP gross… Read more »
Onshore industry demonstrates technological performability at Husum trade fair
The wind onshore market in Germany is developing dynamically. At HUSUM WIND, the industry demonstrates its performability to contribute to achieving the national targets. Onshore trends at the fair also include repowering, recycling and asset management. HUSUM | 02 August 2023. According to the recently published semi-annual figures and wind power expansion report of the… Read more »
A Helpful Guide on How to Break into the UK’s Renewable Energy Sector
The renewable sector is an ever-growing industry in all pockets of the world – which means it needs an increasing number of employees. With additional support from experienced staff, the industry can expect to enjoy further success. The amount of renewable capacity added across 2021 to 2026 is expected to be 50 per cent higher… Read more »
Daniel Gaefke to join Group Management Board as BayWa r.e. plans to triple capacity of wind and solar project development
Bangkok, 03 August 2023: BayWa r.e. is appointing Daniel Gaefke to its Group Management Board as the business continues to focus on the expansion of its global Wind and Solar Projects business. Currently Director of Projects APAC, Daniel will join CEO Matthias Taft, CFO Mihaela Seidl and COO Guenter Haug on the Board. As the… Read more »
TSUN’s Gen3 Microinverters Obtain Italy CEI 0-21 Certification: Advancing in the Growing Italian PV Market
Recently, TSUN’s Gen3 series microinverters successfully obtained the Italy CEI 0-21 certification after undergoing strict verification process by the internationally renowned certification body, TÜV NORD. This marks another significant milestone to the Gen3 series microinverters, following the certifications received from Austria, Poland, and the United Kingdom. In recent years, the renewable energy generation market in… Read more »
Osbit significantly expands team to drive project growth
Global demand for offshore wind farms drive significant Osbit growth Leading North East England engineering company Osbit Ltd has recruited 26 new employees to support its offshore wind projects. The company, which develops large-scale equipment used to construct offshore wind farms, has taken on new employees across the business. The intake consists of 11 Osbit… Read more »
NAVANTIA SEANERGIES SIGNS PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT WITH KOREA’S SeAH TO STRENGH THE COLLABORATION AND EXPLORE TOGETHER ON OFFSHORE WIND DEVELOPMENT IN ASIA
Madrid, August 1, 2023.- Navantia Seanergies and SeAH have signed a collaboration agreement for the development of offshore wind energy in countries on the Asian continent, with a special focus on the Republic of Korea, one of the most ambitious states in its geographical area and on the American west coast. The Ministry of Economy,… Read more »
Kansai Electric Power joins Saitec Offshore’s DemoSATH Project as strategic partner and co-investor
Bilbao, 1 August 2023.- The Japanese utility Kansai Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO) has signed an agreement with Saitec Offshore Technologies, joining the DemoSATH project as a strategic partner and co-investor. KEPCO’s involvement further strengthens the project’s foundation and accelerates its progress. Drawing on its extensive experience and expertise in the energy sector, KEPCO is set… Read more »
Ajlan & Bros Holding and SolarEdge Technologies form Joint Venture to Accelerate Solar Adoption in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia and MILPITAS, Calif., (July 31, 2023) – SolarEdge Technologies, Inc. (“SolarEdge”) (NASDAQ: SEDG), a global leader in smart energy technology, announced today the forming of a joint venture (JV) with Ajlan & Bros Holding (ABH), one of the largest private sector conglomerates in the Middle East and North Africa region. The JV entity will be… Read more »
AEROCOMPACT rocks the solar market
Satteins, Austria, July 31, 2023. PV mounting system expert AEROCOMPACT has developed COMPACTPITCH XM-F REPTILE, a universal solution for pitched roofs that can be used with a wide variety of roof tiles. “With our new system, we are rethinking tile solutions and establishing our pioneering role in innovative substructures,” explains AEROCOMPACT product management manager Albert… Read more »