Category: Renewable News

Extreme E joins forces with Polymateria to tackle global plastic pollution

Extreme E, the new electric racing series with a sustainable conscience, is joining forces with Polymateria and its ground-breaking technology which aims to tackle global plastic pollution. The two organisations are making this announcement on World Recycling Day. An estimated 32% of all plastic packaging used globally does not get recycled or disposed of properly… Read more »

SMA America announces equipment partnership with GRID Alternatives

The partnership will advance clean energy technology accessibility to more communities SMA America is proud to announce that the company is now a national equipment supplier for GRID Alternatives, the nation’s largest nonprofit solar installer. The partnership will build on the organizations’ mutual goals to extend access to clean, affordable energy technologies in communities across… Read more »

How carbon-free is your cloud? New data lets you know

Google first achieved carbon neutrality in 2007, and since 2017 we’ve purchased enough solar and wind energy to match 100% of our global electricity consumption. Now we’re building on that progress to target a new sustainability goal: running our business on carbon-free energy 24/7, everywhere, by 2030. Today, we’re sharing data about how we are… Read more »

FIMER POWERS ‘MILESTONE’ 10MW SOLAR PROJECT IN NEPAL

FIMER has supplied its inverters to Nepal’s largest private solar project, which was recently commissioned in Dhalbekar region through Kushal Projects Nepal Pvt Ltd. The prestigious 10MW project will feature FIMER’s central inverter PVS980-58 5MVA and 1MVA and will supply renewable power to well-known tourist areas including Janakpuri, as well as help to reduce power… Read more »

The UK and Scottish Governments have today (March 17) signed the Heads of Terms for the Islands Growth Deal with the leaders of Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, Orkney Islands Council, and Shetland Islands Council.

Responding, Ben Miller, Senior Policy Manager at Scottish Renewables, said:  “We welcome today’s signing of the Islands Growth Deal between the UK and Scottish Governments, Orkney, the Outer Hebrides and Shetland. “We know that Scotland’s rural communities are best placed to harness our country’s abundant renewable energy resources and all three of these remote island groups have already demonstrated ground-breaking low-carbon innovation…. Read more »

Leading Bernstein analyst, Mark Newman, joins Nyobolt as CCO

17th March 2021, London, UK: Nyobolt, the original founders of ultra-fast charging niobium-based battery technology, has appointed top ranked Bernstein Asia analyst, Mark Newman as Chief Commercial Officer and Head of Strategy. Newman, who brings world-class investment experience to his role, will be responsible for developing Nyobolt’s commercial partnerships in sectors that will benefit from the record-breaking ultrafast charging and… Read more »

When the change is upstream

How to succeed in manufacturing bio-based platform chemicals Thanks to the latest technological and scientific advances, companies interested in utilizing bio-based, renewable materials in their manufacturing processes can tap into the highly profitable market for platform chemicals. Key to successfully entering into this attractive sector is the ability to deliver large volumes of high-quality products… Read more »

DSM announces DSM Advanced Solar backsheets business to be acquired by Worthen Industries, Inc.

Royal DSM, a global science-based company in Nutrition, Health and Sustainable Living, today announces that it has reached an agreement to sell its Advanced Solar business in backsheet products to Worthen Industries, Inc., a company specializing in polymer technologies for multiple end-markets.  In September 2020, DSM announced it had reached an agreement to sell the… Read more »

Interconnectors plugging Capacity Market’s new-build generation gap

T-4 Capacity Market (CM) auctions have traditionally been a potential signal for new-build generation with their longer-term procurement structure. However, research from Cornwall Insight on the T-4 CM auctions has seen an irregular new build development pattern emerge. In the seven T-4 auctions held since the CM’s inception, 12.6GW of new build capacity has been… Read more »

“Without flexibility, Nigeria will face difficulties integrating large amounts of renewable energy into the grid”

As the largest economy in Africa, with huge gas reserves and high solar energy potential, Nigeria has all the natural resources necessary to meet the growing demand for electricity. However, the inadequate energy infrastructure still leaves a significant part of the population without power or relying on oil-fired back-up generators. If Nigeria can improve its… Read more »

Offshore wind delay at Scottish Cabinet would risk ‘domino effect of damaging consequences’ for sector

Fate of crucial ScotWind leasing round likely to be on agenda for Scottish Cabinet on March 17 Industry body urges ‘proportionate and balanced’ response to keep multi-billion pound sector on track Continued disruption to Scotland’s offshore wind sector risks the loss of billions of pounds of long-term investment and our vital 2045 climate change target,… Read more »

Pacifico Renewables Yield AG partners with project developer Boom Power and secures access to a 1 GW+ pipeline in the UK

Exclusive access to photovoltaic and battery storage assets in the United Kingdom Almost tripling Pacifico’s pipeline to more than 1.6 GW and further diversification Important milestone towards becoming a platform for project developers London, Tuesday 16th March 2021 – Today, Pacifico Renewables Yield AG (ISIN: DE000A2YN371) (“Pacifico”), an independent renewable energy producer listed in the… Read more »

Q CELLS anticipates “year like no other” for Europe’s solar market in 2021

Amid ambitions solar growth forecasts for Europe in 2021, Q CELLS charts an expansion of new trends that could forever alter the dynamics of the continent’s energy landscape. As market leader in many of Europe’s main solar markets, Q CELLS expects that 2021 will be a year like no other. Analysis of government policy, assessment… Read more »

New Scottish Renewables Chair elected

Adam Morrison, Project Director for Moray West Offshore Wind Farm at Ocean Winds, takes over as Chair Scottish Renewables, the voice of Scotland’s renewable energy sector, can today (March 15) announce the appointment of its new Chair. Adam Morrison, Project Director for Moray West Offshore Wind Farm at Ocean Winds, has been elected by the… Read more »

Major construction completes on the NLHPP to unlock future recycling & waste management facilities

North London Waste Authority (NLWA) is pleased to announce that construction on the Laydown Area has completed as part of building a new sustainable waste management hub at Edmonton EcoPark, the North London Heat and Power Project (NLHPP). Completion of the Laydown Area marks a major step forward to deliver new recycling facilities at Edmonton… Read more »

GoodWe Signs a 100MW Supply Agreement with GS Global to bring best value high efficiency solar inverter to South Korean PV Markets

GoodWe(Stock Code: 688390), a world-leading PV inverter and energy storage solutions manufacturer, has signed a 100MW distribution agreement with GS Global, a Fortune 500 company. Founded in 1954, GS Global is at the forefront of GS group’s global business. Headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, the company operates a global international business network in more than… Read more »

Signing of Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) Between APVIA and ACE A New Cooperation to Enhancing Support to Asia’s Solar PV Industry

On this historic day, marks a significant cooperation between the Asian Photovoltaic Industry Association (APVIA) and the ASEAN Centre For Energy (ACE) via the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU). The main focus of the MOU is on an industry-based capacity building. This MoU was signed by the Executive Director of ACE, Dr. Nuki… Read more »

IMEON ENERGY is part of the #1000 solutions that can change the world!

Imeon Energy has been selected among the 1000 solutions of the international Solar Impulse label as an “Efficient solution”, with the aim of highlighting sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions. Imeon Energy, the French leader in hybrid solar inverters, takes very seriously the main challenges of the 21st century: global warming and the limitation of natural… Read more »

Ingeteam’s new power station for large-scale solar plants and battery storage systems

The new INGECON SUN FSK product reaches 7.2 MW of medium voltage output power and is supplied as an all-in-one solution, since all the elements are placed on a full skid platform. The first units are already being installed in various photovoltaic plants. Pamplona, Spain. 11th of March, 2021. Ingeteam has designed its new INGECON… Read more »

13,400 solar panels on a lake: RWE constructs its first floating photovoltaic project

Innovative solar project in the Netherlands with an installed capacity of 6.1megawatts peak will be finalised by the end of 2021 RWE continues to grow its Dutch wind and solar portfolio with Solar Park Amer as the latest construction project RWE, one of the world’s leading companies for renewable energy, is to construct its first… Read more »

German start-up company JenaBatteries develops highly valued, sustainable battery technology for the energy transition

Metal-free redox flow batteries developed by JenaBatteries are a sustainable alternative to lithium-ion batteries for the stationary energy storage market Dennemeyer Consulting values the intellectual property of JenaBatteries at M€ 238 Investment round for building a battery factory in Germany Jena, 11 March 2021. Metal-free redox flow batteries are sustainable and resource-efficient energy storage devices that make green… Read more »

CWIND COMPLETES SALE OF ENDEAVOUR TO WOOD MARINE AS PART OF CTV FLEET UPGRADE PROJECT

Chelmsford, Wednesday 10th March. CWind, a leading provider of project services and Crew Transfer Vessels (CTVs) to the offshore wind industry, and part of the Global Marine Group (GMG), has completed the sale of their CTV, Endeavour, to Wood Marine, a port services operator based in Suffolk. The sale of Endeavour, an 18.5m catamaran with… Read more »

Nordex Group receives orders for 33 MW from RWE from France

The Nordex Group has again received orders from France. The French subsidiary from RWE, RWE Renouvelables France, has ordered ten N117 turbines for two wind farms with a total capacity of 33 MW. Both projects in the north of France are part from the sale of Nordex Group’s European wind and solar project development business… Read more »

ORE Catapult Welcomes GE Renewable Energy’s Teesside Factory Announcement

ORE Catapult has warmly welcomed the tremendous news of GE Renewable Energy’s investment in a new blade factory in Teesside. Chief Executive Andrew Jamieson said: “We’re justifiably proud of the strong partnership that we have built with both GE Renewable Energy and LM Wind Power over recent years, directly supporting the rapid delivery of their… Read more »

Meyer Burger on track for a successful transformation to a leading European manufacturer of solar cells and solar modules

2020 is the year of transformation from a supplier of production equipment to a technologically leading manufacturer of solar cells and solar modules Due to the realignment, sales from the old business model declined to CHF 90.5 million, resulting in an EBITDA of CHF –44.6 million and an annual result of CHF –64.5 million The… Read more »

West Midlands sets out Net Zero Pathfinder plans

The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) aims to be the country’s first Net Zero Pathfinder region, leading the way in establishing clean energy systems, with best practices being shared with Government and other authorities in the run up to COP26. This builds on the region’s achievements in clean transport, such as the All-Electric Bus City… Read more »

Solar PV sole driver for renewable power in Singapore, says GlobalData

Singapore is increasingly relying on solar photovoltaic (PV) deployment to achieve clean energy targets as the resource-constrained country has limited renewable energy options. As a result, the installation of rooftop PV systems on public housing has become one of the prominent drivers for the growth of solar PV in the country, says GlobalData, a leading… Read more »

Signing of Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) Between APVIA and ACE A New Cooperation to Enhancing Support to Asia’s Solar PV Industry

On this historic day, marks a significant cooperation between the Asian Photovoltaic Industry Association (APVIA) and the ASEAN Centre For Energy (ACE) via the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU). The main focus of the MOU is on an industry-based capacity building. This MoU was signed by the Executive Director of ACE, Dr. Nuki… Read more »

First main components of Liebherr HLC 150000 ready for installation on Alfa Lift

 Slewing platform and A-frame on their way to the shipyard  Component installation on Alfa Lift will be supervised by Liebherr experts  Heavy Lift Crane HLC 150000 designed to meet current and future challenges in offshore operationsIn the afternoon on March 7, 2021, the deck cargo ship BigLift Barentsz left the Liebherr site at the port… Read more »

Susceptibility of GB markets to LNG volatility may rise

Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) prices and demand have enjoyed unprecedented momentum in recent months, with Asian spot LNG prices reaching an all-time high of 211.94p/th on 15 January. However, LNG’s recording break run has ended in the last few weeks, with prices having fallen significantly. In fact, Cornwall Insight records showed a 71% decline in… Read more »

LONGi Hi-MO 5 series module receives Carbon Footprint Certification from Certisolis, accelerating the company’s entry into the French solar market

LONGi’s Hi-MO 5 series module has received a “Simplified Carbon Assessment” certification from Certisolis, the official certifier only on ECS for LONGi. Complying with French carbon footprint standards, LONGi’s entry into the French solar market is already well underway. This new certification adds to the current CFP certification for the Hi-MO 4 series products, and… Read more »

Sharp launches new 445W half-cut cell PV panel

Hamburg, 9th March 2021 – Sharp today announces the addition of a new 445W monocrystalline silicon photovoltaic (PV) panel to its half-cut cell portfolio – the NU-JD445. The new high wattage module is designed specifically for free-field and commercial rooftop installations, providing customers with a cutting edge design and high reliability. High Power Output The… Read more »

AAL EXPANDS ITS FLEET WITH TWO ADDITIONAL ‘G-CLASS’ MULTIPURPOSE HEAVY LIFT VESSELS

Singapore, Tuesday 9th March, 2021 – AAL Shipping (AAL) is taking delivery of two additional ‘G-Class’ multipurpose heavy lift vessels, expanding its core fleet to 720,200 total deadweight (DWT). The Pacific Action and AAL Gladstone have both served in the AAL fleet in the past and re-join later this month – the former renamed this week, ‘AAL Gibraltar’…. Read more »

FIRETRACE ANNOUNCES INSTALLATION OF FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM ACROSS 500MW OF WIND TURBINES ACROSS THE USA

‘-       A renewable energy company that owns and operates 2GW of wind power has announced the installation of Firetrace’s fire suppression system across American fleet following a successful pilot program –       Each turbine protected by Firetrace technology protects owners from total loss estimated to exceed $7 million per asset Scottsdale, 9 March 2021: Firetrace, the leading… Read more »

GCUBE REPORT: ‘UNMODELLED’ EXTREME WEATHER DRIVING RISING SEVERITY AND FREQUENCY OF RENEWABLES INSURANCE CLAIMS

‘-       Renewables risk profile continuing to change, with the average 2019 weather-related solar loss almost 2400% higher than the average non-weather-related solar loss –       Value of claims caused by emerging, unmodelled Extreme Weather twice as high as traditional Nat Cat since 2015 –       Lack of historic data around Extreme Weather events leading to projects being… Read more »

DEME Offshore and Sabca test drones for O&M and critical operations at a wind farm in the North Sea

DEME Offshore and Sabca successfully performed a series of tests at the Rentel offshore wind farm in the North Sea, preparing for autonomous surveillance, rescue and detection missions in the near future. Their goal is to replace critical and ad hoc operations with autonomous aerial vehicles. In a pioneering project in the offshore wind industry,… Read more »