Category: Renewable News

EnergiVault® tech set to revolutionise the global cooling sector

Thermal energy storage experts at the UK-based company, Organic Heat Exchangers, are set to revolutionise global industrial cooling with the launch of EnergiVault® – a trademarked/patented, cold thermal energy storage battery and charger system providing dynamic cooling power for industrial refrigeration. This first-of-its-kind, AI-driven technology has been developed to enhance operational resilience, reduce energy costs… Read more »

Sustainability and wellness meet at Planetiers World Gathering 2024

The global event will take place in this year’s Portuguese Capital of Culture, Aveiro, to offer its 17,000+ attendees a range of insights around sustainability including talks focusing on wellness EUROPE: Leading sustainability summit, Planetiers World Gathering, has today announced its full agenda and special features to promote health and wellness. This year’s conference will… Read more »

Cap and floor to attract investment in renewable energy storage

The Department for Energy Security and Net-Zero (DESNZ) has today (October 10) announced it will proceed with a new investment scheme that will support the development of Long Duration Electricity Storage (LDES), such as pumped storage hydro. The announcement follows a consultation held earlier this year where Scottish Renewables supported a ‘cap and floor’ scheme… Read more »

Uni of Strathclyde Collaboration in Subsea Neuromorphic Object Detection

Robosys Automation and the UK’s University of Strathclyde have signed a Knowledge Exchange Agreement to support a new project which will explore underwater object detection using neuromorphic sensing. Robosys is collaborating with the University of Strathclyde’s Department of Naval Architecture, Ocean and Marine Engineering (NAOME) and NSSP (Neuromorphic Sensor Signal Processing) lab from Department of Electrical… Read more »

The Busch Group at Semicon Europa – Vacuum Technology and Gas Abatement Solutions

The three companies within the Busch Group – Busch Vacuum Solutions, Pfeiffer Vacuum and centrotherm clean solutions – are showcasing their solutions together from November 12 to 15, 2024 at the Semicon Europa 2024 trade show in Munich. Visitors to Semicon Europa can look forward to innovative vacuum technology and gas abatement systems used in… Read more »

Daphne Technology Announces the Launch of Daphne Solutions SA, Focused on Sulphur Removal and Carbon Management

Lausanne, Switzerland, 9th October 2024 – Daphne Technology SA, a leader in climate deep-tech solutions, is announcing the launch of its new entity, Daphne Solutions SA. This strategic spin-off is positioned to better serve customers by offering project engineering solutions integrating its innovative technologies for sulphur removal and carbon management through circular economy initiatives. As… Read more »

SABIC HIGHLIGHTS ADVANCED MATERIALS AND CREATIVE SOLUTIONS FOR EVS AND ENERGY STORAGE AT THE BATTERY SHOW NORTH AMERICA 2024

At The Battery Show North America 2024, Booth 4807, SABIC is exhibiting a wide range of advanced materials, creative concepts and commercial applications in EVs and energy storage. The company spotlights solutions well suited for electric vehicle batteries, chargers, inverters, busbars and converters. SABIC is emphasizing its sustainable polymers and specialty thermoplastics, which can help… Read more »

European Economics: A Recognized Pure-Player Consultancy in Public Funding

At a time when we bear the responsibility to solve the climate change problem, european economics stands out as a leading specialist in public funding, committed to fostering environmental, climate, and social impact through the promotion of strategic industrial projects across Europe. The company offers bespoke, high-value-added services to assist its clients in designing and… Read more »

OrbitMI Hosts Successful OrbitFLOW 2024, Focusing on Maritime Innovation and Sustainability

New York, NY – October 7, 2024 – Key shipping leaders, climate advocates and technology innovators have gathered at the annual OrbitMIFlow event in New York City to discuss the need for accelerated digital innovation and evolving role of artificial intelligence (AI) in reshaping the maritime industry landscape. The exclusive three-day function, hosted by NYC-based… Read more »

ABB and Zumtobel Group partner to advance smart lighting and building solutions and direct current (DC) industry applications

The companies will focus on integrating ABB’s building automation solutions with Zumtobel Group’s lighting management systems ABB and Zumtobel Group will also target innovation in the use of direct current (DC) technology in full-scale industrial applications to reduce energy use and lower CO2 emissions The strategic partnership will support more efficient, sustainable and user-friendly commercial,… Read more »

IMO makes progress on net-zero framework for shipping

Marine Environment Protection Committee advances talks on proposed regulations for cutting GHG emissions from ships The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has achieved key progress in negotiations towards a set of binding global regulations on the IMO net-zero framework, aimed at achieving the greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction objectives set out in the 2023 IMO Strategy on Reduction… Read more »

Climate change: New paper suggests climate change is brain chemistry ‘gone wrong’

A new whitepaper by ESCP student Anna Viallefont, from MSc in Energy Management, presents an innovative perspective on climate change, suggesting that our brain chemistry may be a key factor in driving unsustainable behaviours. The paper, The Intersection of Neurochemistry and Environmental Cognition in Climate Change, explores how human neurobiology has influenced the overconsumption of… Read more »

IDTechEx Unpacks the Electrification of CAM Machines

The battery market for electric construction, agriculture, and mining (CAM) machines is expected to reach US$8 billion by 2034. Electric CAM machines promise health, environmental, and productivity benefits, while also acting as long-term financial investments for companies. These machines come in a number of shapes, sizes, and weights, and require a wide variety of batteries… Read more »

Energy Minister to give keynote speech at Energy Innovation Summit

Minister for Energy, Michael Shanks MP, will provide the keynote address at the UK’s leading energy network innovation event organised by ENA, joining hundreds of delegates already confirmed to attend. This Energy Innovation Summit, which is taking place at the Exhibition Centre, Liverpool between 29 and 30 October 2024, brings together companies of all sizes… Read more »

ABB launches ReliaHome™ Load Centers signaling rebrand & resurgence of residential energy distribution portfolio

ReliaHome™ offers a new, comprehensive, innovative residential portfolio under the ABB brand following the 2018 acquisition of GE’s Industrial Solutions business Optimized solution delivers complete residential energy distribution, demonstrating ABB’s commitment to electrify the future of housing ReliaHome load centers offer a plug-on neutral design and common circuit breaker platform to simplify stocking for electrical… Read more »

Pacific Green progresses 373.5MWh Sheaf Energy Park

KENT, UK / October 2nd, 2024 / Global energy storage company Pacific Green has hit a number of key milestones in the delivery of its 249MW / 373.3MWh Sheaf Energy Park in Kent, England. The large-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), currently under construction on behalf of asset owner Sosteneo, is located on brownfield land at… Read more »

WEGSEE+: An energy management tool from WEG

WEG, the leading manufacturer of electric motors, has launched WEGSEE+, a groundbreaking software platform designed to simulate energy efficiency projects. The innovative tool enables users to analyse the energy impact of changes to electric motors, drives and gearboxes. By comparing equipment configurations, WEGSEE+ provides valuable KPIs on energy consumption, ROI, and CO2 emissions, empowering companies… Read more »

Navigating sustainable shipping with industry experts at Alfa Laval’s Marine Innovation Summit 2024

The event, hosted by Alfa Laval, takes place online on 15 October from 9 to 11:15 am CET. Industry professionals are invited to join and gain insights from thought leaders on key topics relating to the maritime industry. As achieving net zero targets climbs to the top of the maritime industry agenda, the Marine Innovation… Read more »

Dall Energy acquires Weiss France Énergie and Biomasse Services et Maintenance from Groupe Roullier

Danish biomass energy and pyrolysis technology -company – Dall Energy – has for an undisclosed amount completed the acquisition of French biomass technology-market leader Weiss France Energie and its branch Biomasse Services et Maintenance (BSM) from Groupe Roullier. Together, they will deliver solutions that drive the green-energy transition for the French district-heating and processing industries…. Read more »

TÜV Rheinland acquires Safetec Nordic AS

Strategic growth of safety, risk and integrity management services in Norway, Sweden and the UK / Combined business to be one of the leading risk and safety consulting businesses in Europe   (PresseBox) (Cologne, Germany, 01.10.2024) TÜV Rheinland has completed the acquisition of Safetec Nordic AS. Safetec’s operations will complement the existing risk, safety and integrity management… Read more »

ABB updates Freelance distributed control system to boost plant efficiency and future-proof operations

The latest version of ABB’s Freelance distributed control system enhances plant connectivity, ensuring fast and reliable communication for optimal real-time data processing and control Freelance 2024 enables secure and up-to-date operating environment with Windows 11 compatibility and MS Defender integration PROFINET and NAMUR Open Architecture ensure efficient data exchange and integration across various systems, facilitating… Read more »

Ecomondo 2024: the Mattei Plan for sustainable development the focus of the “Africa Green Growth forum”

At Italian Exhibition Group’s leading trade show for green technologies, from 5th to 8th November, in Rimini, Italy, focus on Africa and global environmental challenges. More than 100 African representatives and delegations from 120 foreign countries expected to attend. RIMINI, Italy, Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Only a month to go until Ecomondo 2024, Europe’s… Read more »

Baxi Opens Doors to New Solutions Academy to Discuss Vital Role of Training

Baxi has welcomed a number of key industry stakeholders to the new Solutions Academy at its Warwick headquarters, as it continues to showcase its efforts to address the installer skills gap. Guests included representatives from Department of Energy Security and Net Zero, MCS and Chartered Institute of Housing among others, all with an agenda to… Read more »

Acino Publishes Second Sustainability Report

Report underscores Acino’s continued commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance goals, including a firm commitment to reaching full carbon neutrality by 2050. ZURICH, Switzerland, 1 October 2024 – Acino, a Swiss pharmaceutical company headquartered in Zurich, today announced the launch of its second annual Sustainability Report, highlighting the Company’s current Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives… Read more »

Anaphite raises $13.7 million to scale dry-coating technology and drive down production costs for all EV batteries

The company is transforming electrode production in lithium-ion batteries and beyond Anaphite offers an industry-leading solution to the challenges of dry coating cathodes with its chemical compositing process to make dry coating precursor powders. The patented technology has the potential to make EV battery manufacturing  30% less carbon intensive and 40% cheaper, and the UK-based… Read more »

Transformer manufacturer Royal SMIT boosts test accuracy with Yokogawa WT5000 precision power analyzer – Transformer Version

Transformers are a crucial part of electricity distribution and transmission networks, performing the important conversion steps between the very high voltage at which power is transmitted over long distances to intermediate voltages in local networks, then down to the 240 V or 120 V at which electricity is typically supplied to households and commercial users…. Read more »

DNV AND PARTNERS COLLABORATE TO DECARBONIZE UK ELECTRICITY NETWORK BY CUTTING GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS FROM SULPHUR HEXAFLUORIDE

London, UK, 1 October, 2024 – DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, in collaboration with leading partners from various sectors, including business, research, and technology, is undertaking a groundbreaking project aimed at managing sulphur hexafluoride (SF6) in the UK’s electricity transmission network. SF6, widely used to insulate live electrical parts, interrupt the flow… Read more »

ABP announces new Carbon Capture and Storage Business Development Manager

Associated British Ports (ABP), the UK’s largest and best-connected ports operator, is pleased to announce the appointment of Christine Watts as its new Business Development Manager, focusing on developing carbon capture and storage (CCS) value chains and transport solutions. Prior to joining ABP, Christine served as a Lead Commercial Advisor at Neptune Energy where she… Read more »

Eurotainer accelerates Norway’s hydrogen economy with Hexagon Purus hydrogen distribution solution

(Oslo, 23 September 2024) In support of Norway’s ambitious goal to become a low-emission society by 2050, Eurotainer, a global leader in tank container leasing, has partnered with Hexagon Purus, a world leading provider of zero-emission infrastructure and mobility solutions, to launch Type 4 hydrogen storage solutions. This marks the first time these advanced hydrogen… Read more »

DNV CERTIFIES FIRST CO2 STORAGE SITE FOR FLAGSHIP DANISH CARBON CAPTURE AND STORAGE PROJECT

Esbjerg, Denmark, 19 September 2024 – DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, has certified the first CO2 storage site for Project Greensand in Denmark, marking a key milestone in carbon capture and storage (CCS). Building on prior certifications issued in June 2023, DNV has granted the Certificate of Conformity – Site Endorsement and… Read more »

ABB signs agreement to support major LNG export project in the US

ABB collaborates with Argent LNG on project in Louisiana expected to produce up to 25 million tons of liquefied natural gas (LNG) per year Project will support global energy security and reinforce role of LNG as a transition fuel Facility will supply markets across Japan, Southeast Asia, Europe, South America, the Caribbean, the Middle East… Read more »

VideoRay Launches 25th Anniversary Photo Contest

(POTTSTOWN, Pa. – September 18, 2024) VideoRay, a global leader in underwater robotics, is celebrating its 25th anniversary by hosting a commemorative photo contest. VideoRay is asking its customers and users to share photos and/videos of their VideoRay missions to chronical two and half decades of collective underwater innovation and discoveries. The photo contest features… Read more »

The Anker SOLIX X1 Modular Energy Storage Solution

The Anker SOLIX X1 is a modular energy storage system for solar power. The modular design offers several advantages over conventional storage systems. The capacity can be flexibly adapted to requirements, with the autonomy of the individual modules increasing reliability, and the design being attractive and minimalist. In addition, the modularity enables simple assemblyand uncomplicated… Read more »

ABB partners with Energy Control Technologies to design integrated turbomachinery controls solution

ABB signs Joint Development Agreement with Energy Control Technologies to integrate turbomachinery controls into the ABB Ability™ System 800xA® distributed control system New solution allows customers to bring industrial plants and assets online quickly and cost-effectively using single interface Integrated Compressor Controls improve energy efficiency, reduce system footprint and contribute automation and electrical CAPEX reductions… Read more »

VideoRay and Survey Equipment Services (SES) Expand Dealer Agreement to Increase Reach and Customer Support in the US

POTTSTOWN, Pa., September 11, 2024 – VideoRay, a global leader in underwater robotic systems, and Survey Equipment Services (SES), a leading provider of underwater survey solutions, are excited to announce the expansion of their dealer relationship. This enhanced partnership allows SES to sell VideoRay’s cutting-edge Mission Specialist products across an expanded area in the United… Read more »

Schneider Electric to invest £42 million in new manufacturing site in North Yorkshire

Creates 200 jobs in Scarborough New 16,500 sq m site is a blueprint for sustainable design and operations Investment driven by increased demand for electrical equipment to drive the UK’s shift to cleaner energy   London (UK), September 9, 2024 – Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, is… Read more »