Delta Electronics EMEA announced it is now an official member of Holland Solar, the highly respected industry association for the Dutch solar energy sector. Since 1983, Holland Solar has been working together with its members to inspire, inform, connect and further professionalise the Dutch solar industry. Being accepted a member of Holland Solar signifies that… Read more »
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Delta Joins Dutch PV Association Holland Solar
Delta Electronics EMEA announced it is now an official member of Holland Solar, the highly respected industry association for the Dutch solar energy sector. Since 1983, Holland Solar has been working together with its members to inspire, inform, connect and further professionalise the Dutch solar industry. Being accepted a member of Holland Solar signifies that… Read more »
New cloud platform unifies subsea survey data formats for simplified management, analysis and sharing
Kiel, 1 November 2022. Subsea geo-information specialist TrueOcean GmbH has launched a new digital platform which accelerates the transformation of marine data acquired by diverse underwater sensors, including multibeam echosounders and related systems from any manufacturer, into actionable, easily shared information and insight via the cloud. In development since the Kiel, Germany headquartered company was… Read more »
GE Power Conversion Gets Solar Underway with Ortus Energy
Specialist solar development company, Ortus Energy, has completed the first phase of a fully funded Power Purchase Agreement (PPA*) for one of the leading electrical engineering organisations, GE Power Conversion. Ortus Energy have worked in conjunction with GE Power Conversion UK to provide and integrate a 400kW PV (photovoltaic) system into GE’s Marine Power Test… Read more »
Natural Power kicks-off construction at Benbrack Wind Farm for Red Rock Power
Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has commenced work at Red Rock Power’s Benbrack onshore wind farm in Dumfries and Galloway. First generation is anticipated in Spring 2024, with full commercial operation of the 15-turbine, 67MW capacity project expected later that summer. As owners engineer for Benbrack Wind Farm Limited, Natural Power… Read more »
Protection by subscription pays for offshore wind
Wind power is one of the fastest-growing forms of renewable energy. But global demand for power from offshore wind farms is expected to change the way offshore operators and transfer providers consider workforce safety and how they procure critical Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). In a white paper exploring subscription-based rental and the future of offshore… Read more »
Nearthlab Joins Panels of Accredited Blade and Drone Experts at Symposia Sponsored by Partner Organizations
Co-founders of leading autonomous drone inspection solution share industry insights at Blades Europe and Onyx Insight Technical Symposium Oct. 28, 2022 – Nearthlab, an autonomous drone inspection solution, participated as a keynote speaker at the following conferences. Blades Europe Onyx Insight Technical Symposium Namely, Chief Executive Officer Jay Choi made his way over to Germany… Read more »
New electricity generation record set by Britain’s onshore and offshore wind farms
RenewableUK is highlighting new statistics from National Grid ESO which show that onshore and offshore wind farms have generated a record high of 19,936 megawatts (MW) of electricity, providing more than half of Britain’s electricity. The new record was set between 11.30am and 12 noon yesterday, beating the previous record of 19,916MW set on 25th… Read more »
OX2 sells 70 MW windfarm in Sweden
OX2 has signed an agreement to sell Riberget wind farm in Ljusdal municipality, Sweden, to Fu-Gen. The wind farm will consist of 11 turbines and have a total installed capacity of 70 MW. The buyer, Fu-Gen, is a privately held IPP focused on the development and ownership of energy producing sites from wind, solar, battery… Read more »
SeaRenergy kicks-off Onshore and Offshore Logistics Support contract at DolWin6
SeaRenergy was awarded the contract for offshore infrastructure services from Siemens Energy. The scope of work comprises integrated onshore and offshore logistics services executed during the commissioning of DolWin6 converter platform in the German bight. Hamburg, 26th October 2022. The contract consists of various packages. Besides Marine Coordination and Management of all personnel transfers, SeaRenergy… Read more »
WinGD’s latest X-DF technology to power QatarEnergy newbuilds
WinGD’s latest generation of X72DF-2.1 engines will power 25 vessels as part of the QatarEnergy’s North Field East (NFE) project, the biggest LNG carrier newbuilding project in history. The 50 dual-fuel engines which feature the new on-engine iCER were selected by multiple shipyards and shipowners highlighting strong confidence in WinGD’s proven and reliable low-pressure dual-fuel… Read more »
DNV awarded Owner’s Engineer contract for South Korea’s largest offshore wind farm
Seoul, South Korea, 26 October 2022 – DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, has been appointed by Elenergy Co Ltd, a Korean renewable energy development company, as owner’s engineer for its 1.5 GW fixed-bottom Chujin offshore wind project. When completed in 2027, the Chujin plant will be the largest commercial-scale offshore wind farm… Read more »
Offshore wind industry showcases opportunities for UK supply chain companies
An updated guide published today by the Offshore Wind Industry Council highlights how companies based in the UK can become part of the fast-growing global offshore wind supply chain – and for those already working in it how they can win further multi-million-pound contracts. The online resource, “Collaborating for Growth – Playbook”, contains case studies… Read more »
Mission Solar Energy celebrates its tenth anniversary with 1GW expansion announcement
SAN ANTONIO, TX (October 24, 2022)—Mission Solar Energy is celebrating its tenth anniversary with the announcement of a long-awaited 1GW expansion plan. The Texas solar module company will ramp up production to meet industry demands for 2023 and beyond. Mission Solar has produced durable and reliable American-built solar modules in its 246,000 square-foot facility since… Read more »
Sharp announces watt upgrade on three half-cell panels
Hamburg, 25th October 2022 – Sharp today announces a five-watt upgrade for three of its half-cell panels, the NU-JC415, NB-JD545 and NU-JD545. New – the NB-JD545 The new NB-JD545 is the upgrade to the NB-JD540 and is a bifacial half-cut cell monocrystalline silicon photovoltaic (PV) panel, designed for commercial and utility scale free-field installations. It… Read more »
Big boost for north’s Green Renaissance as major battery storage system gets green light
Northumberland’s Green Industrial Renaissance has been given a big boost with the approval of a multi-million-pound 30MW/60MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) for a site near Blyth. One of the UK’s leading clean energy solutions companies, Enviromena, has been given permission to build a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) on land at Sleekburn, which had… Read more »
Big boost for north’s Green Renaissance as major battery storage system gets green light
Northumberland’s Green Industrial Renaissance has been given a big boost with the approval of a multi-million-pound 30MW/60MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) for a site near Blyth. One of the UK’s leading clean energy solutions companies, Enviromena, has been given permission to build a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) on land at Sleekburn, which had… Read more »
Ørsted and Copenhagen Infrastructure partners join forces to develop approx. 5.2 gigawatts of offshore wind in Denmark
Ørsted and Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) have entered into a partnership to develop approx. 5.2 gigawatts of offshore wind in Denmark across four projects. The partnership can accelerate the green transformation greatly, create value in the offshore wind industry, strengthen value- and job creation, and create a Danish business and export stronghold within Power-to-X. Ørsted… Read more »
HellermannTyton launches 2023 products in new catalogue
Cable management specialist HellermannTyton has released new products in its latest product catalogue for 2022/2023. The new catalogue showcases HellermannTyton’s entire portfolio of industry-specific product ranges including Fastening and Fixings, Identification, Application Tooling, Electrical Installation and Insulation & Protection, all of which feature tailor-made technologies designed to meet the unique demands of the various industries… Read more »
Natural Power secures consent for Rothes III wind farm extension
Scottish Ministers have today, Friday 21st October, approved an application by Fred. Olsen Renewables to extend Rothes Wind Farm in Moray. The plans, for an additional 28 turbines, will bring the total number of turbines at the site to 68, with the potential to generate more than 100 MW of additional electricity. The Rothes application… Read more »
Perceptual Robotics gives a rare preview of inspection capabilities
Perceptual Robotics has given the wind inspections and maintenance industry a preview of its unique capabilities by holding exclusive demonstrations with potential partners. The company, which has offices in the UK and Europe, welcomed eight companies across Spain to take part in its demonstration day at Sotavento Experimental Wind Farm in Lugo, Spain. Perceptual Robotics… Read more »
Equinor charters low emissions crew transfer vessel for Norfolk offshore wind operations
Seacat Columbia, one of the UK’s first low emissions vessels, has commenced its service of Equinor’s Sheringham Shoal and Dudgeon offshore wind farms Today, Equinor confirms it has chartered Seacat Columbia (built in 2022), a new BARTech 30 crew transfer vessel (CTV), from Seacat Services, for operations at its operated offshore wind farms in… Read more »
AGR ramps up consultant staffing division and opens new Oslo office to meet ongoing business growth
AGR, a multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy and software provider, is to expand and grow the range of services provided by its consultant staffing division, with the opening of an office in Oslo to meet increased demand from new projects coming online in the oil and gas and renewables sectors. AGR Consultancy already has a network of… Read more »
Keel Laying on Hull 170
October 18, 2022 Palatka, Florida A keel laying ceremony was held at St Johns Ship Building for Hull 170, the second Incat Crowther 30 CTV to be built in compliance with Jones Act regulations in the USA. Owner’s representatives from WINDEA CTV LLC were in attendance, a partnership of Hornblower Wind LLC (a member of… Read more »
Technology accelerator ready to launch new companies into offshore wind success
An innovative technology acceleration programme that has raised £9 million for offshore wind entrepreneurs and attracted international industry sponsors, opens for new applications today (Wednesday). The Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult’s national Launch Academy has been running since 2019 and 20 companies have progressed through the nine-month programme that focuses on accelerating technology within the… Read more »
In just over 2 weeks, COP27 will be commencing in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt.
During the conference, a focus will be placed on implementing the decisions made last year during COP26, as well as creating an international community working together against climate change. As the conference progresses, look out for REI’s coverage of the conference. As part of our mission to promote knowledge sharing, we will bring you our… Read more »
Manufacturing Sector at Risk of Oversized and Poorly Matched Energy Equipment
Manufacturing managers concerned with the decarbonisation of energy in their facilities are being signposted towards Aggreko’s latest upgrades of equipment that will help cut emissions and protect the bottom line amid the energy crisis. According to Aggreko, industrial facilities rely on several different temporary power and temperature control solutions which are often oversized or poorly… Read more »
Local parish council supports Enviromena as… Dorset planning committee urged to overturn officer’s recommendation to refuse major solar farm
Dorset County Council planning committee is being urged to overturn a recommendation by the Council’s Planning Officer to refuse permission for a major solar farm north east of Dorchester. One of the UK’s leading clean energy solutions companies, Enviromena has successfully campaigned for a decision on the proposed array at Cruxton Farm near Maiden Newton… Read more »
EDF Renewables North America and Old Dominion Electric Cooperative Announce Start of Construction on Solar Projects
GLEN ALLEN, Va. and COLUMBIA, Md. (Oct. 19, 2022): EDF Renewables North America and Old Dominion Electric Cooperative (ODEC) today announced the start of construction on 22.5 megawatts (MW) of local solar projects representing the first phase of projects across the ODEC member service territories in Virginia and Delaware. The total portfolio will add approximately… Read more »
Longwarry energisation, another successful milestone for GRS
· The network support agreement was signed with AusNet Services to enhance the electricity distribution networks in Longwarry, Victoria · The project has been carried out by GRS as the EPC contractor and E22 Energy Storage Solutions as the storage specialist Madrid, October 20th – GRS, Gransolar group’s EPC contractor company, completed the construction on… Read more »
Carbon neutral future on track as ABB helps electrify rail in Lithuania
ABB builds on its track-record in sustainable rail innovation with a new contract for a 25 kV power solution to electrify a 100 percent carbon-neutral rail line1 for Lithuanian Railways. The electric trains are powered by electricity generated from renewable energy sources. The landmark project represents the first deployment of ABB’s traction switchgear technology in… Read more »
AAL ships berth components from Queensland to Henderson, Australia
Singapore, Wednesday 19th October 2022: AAL successfully collaborated on the disassembly of Berth 2 at Hay Point Coal Terminal in Queensland and its subsequent shipment to Henderson, Western Australia for disposal. Comprising seven packages with a total weight of 1,412MT / 8,929CBM, the cargo was moved in a single sailing onboard the 19,000 deadweight S-Class 700 tonne… Read more »
Dellner Bubenzer Team Takes Height Safety Training Inbox
Heavy-duty brake manufacturer Dellner Bubenzer Group has put a U.S. team through a wind turbine climbing and rescue certification course. Dellner supplies rotor, yaw, and pitch brakes for various wind energy applications. Rotor brakes are typically caliper style (active or passive) and Dellner offers rotor lock style pins (hydraulic, manual) for safety locking and maintenance… Read more »
Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) launches the ‘Scaling Renewables in Malawi to Underpin Development’ energy program
MALAWI | October 19, 2022 – Today, the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) launches the ‘Scaling Renewables in Malawi to Underpin Development’ energy program to assist Malawi in achieving universal access by 2030. The program will support Malawi in its goals to increase electricity access from 18% to 100% and improve energy… Read more »
European BYD Battery-Box service centres show that customer service and social responsibility can go hand-in hand
Shenzhen/Berlin, October 17, 2022 – Sustainability is more than just a single concept. For BYD Co. Ltd., one of the world’s largest manufacturers of rechargeable batteries, sustainability is part of the company’s core values and considered in as many business areas as possible. A very good example are the European service centres in Spain, where… Read more »
Vattenfall signs agreement with LS Cable & System and DEME Group for export cables for Norfolk Boreas Wind Farm
Vattenfall has taken a big step forward to delivering the Norfolk Boreas Wind Farm and has today signed a contract with LS Cable System and DEME Group to deliver the export cables that will connect the wind farm to National Grid. The consortium is also selected as the preferred bidder for the export cable packages… Read more »