Category: Renewable News

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 »

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 »

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 »

(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 »

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 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 »

(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 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 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 »

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 »

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 »

Konect, Gilbarco Veeder-Root’s end-to-end emobility ecosystem business, offers fuel retailers opportunity to grow and future-proof their businesses while helping meet global need for more EV chargers and drive transition to electric mobility Public EV charge point installation are over six times behind levels required by 2030 to meet growing demand and government regulations The US… Read more »

‘Soft start’ to Lowestoft Eastern Energy Facility (LEEF) operations underway with Norside Supporter vessel call. The Port of Lowestoft, the UK’s most easterly port, which is owned and operated by Associated British Ports (ABP), has achieved a significant milestone as it welcomed the first commercial vessel to the Lowestoft Eastern Energy Facility (LEEF) on Tuesday… Read more »

Net Zero Technology Centre (NZTC) opens applications for its 2025 TechX Start-up Accelerator cohort Up to £50,000 in grant funding available for each of the 10 selected start-ups Successful applicants to gain access to potential customers and opportunities to secure further investment   The Net Zero Technology Centre (NZTC) has today [3 September 2024] opened… Read more »

Associated British Ports (ABP), the UK’s largest port operator, and Clarksons Port Services (CPS), a global leader in shipping agency services, are pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This strategic agreement aims to explore an expanded partnership between the two companies at ABP’s new state-of-the-art Lowestoft Eastern Energy Facility (LEEF),… Read more »

ROTTERDAM, 02-09-2024 – TRESIOS a project contractor for the energy & maritime industry who recently announced a repositioning focusing on “subsea construction services” and “marine services” is now taking the next step in their sharpened strategy. The “crewing & careers” business unit continues as “MR. JAMES workforce & crewing”. Separating the “crewing & careers” business… Read more »

Stavanger, Norway, 27 August 2024 – Nearly half of senior energy professionals plan to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven applications into their operations in the coming year, according to a new report from DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider. Published today, DNV’s latest Energy Industry Insights special report, “Leading a data-driven transition,” draws on… Read more »

The UK’s energy networks have activated their weather response plans to prepare for the arrival of Storm Lilian, which is forecast to bring severe weather to parts of the country overnight tonight (Thursday 22 August) and tomorrow. Network operators in the affected areas are increasing staffing in contact centres and operational teams, and moving equipment to where… Read more »

Pfeiffer Vacuum, a member of the global Busch Group, has once again been awarded the prestigious EcoVadis Gold Medal for its site in Asslar. This places the company among the top 2% of organizations evaluated over the past twelve months by the world’s largest sustainability rating provider. Asslar, August 20, 2024 – The recognition underscores… Read more »

DNV conducted technical due diligence for raising AUD 650 million debt financing for the Orana battery energy storage system (BESS) project. Debt deal paves the way to add more than 415MW/1,660MWh of new energy storage to the National Electricity Market.   Melbourne, 21 August 2024 – DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, has… Read more »

A broad international consortium has developed the first handbook for Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) disclosure in relation to marine minerals. A broad international consortium has developed the first handbook for Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) disclosure in relation to marine minerals. The purpose of the guidance document is to enable transparent and consistent reporting… Read more »

Expedition Collects Critical Scientific Data Amidst Extreme Conditions at the North Pole. AST Networks is proud to announce the successful completion of the 2024 Arctic Sea Ice Expedition, led by renowned British Polar Explorer, Felicity Aston MBE. Using communication equipment, sponsored by AST Networks, the expedition ventured into the heart of the Arctic to collect… Read more »

New team follows influx of high-value data centre contract wins Customers rate firm’s expertise, transparency, added value services and choice Leep also increases customers’ revenue by repurposing waste heat for local networks   Following several high-profile data centre contract wins, Leep Utilities – one of the UK’s leading owners and operators of last-mile utility networks… Read more »

As SMM approaches, we are gearing up to showcase our game-changing innovations and technologies at our stand. We look forward to seeing you at the exclusive SMM press breakfast on Tuesday, 3 September, where you can learn about our latest developments for sustainable shipping. Here’s a glimpse of what you can expect: Advancements in portfolio for biofuels,… Read more »

(Munich, 14.08.2024) The Copernicus Land Monitoring Service (CLMS) framework contract for upgrading the pan-European hydrological reference dataset EU-Hydro has now kicked off. The aim with the EU-Hydro suite of products is to provide a key reference suite for hydrological applications across Europe, while also still being a reference dataset for mapping within the Copernicus services. Several new… Read more »

More sustainable: consisting of more than 75%* bio-based material including paper backing from FSC® -certified forests and other controlled sources (FSC® C148769) and solvent-free natural rubber adhesive, additionally core made of FSC® -certified recycled paper Application: Ideal for home appliances, reliable adhesion, recyclable and disposable with paper material Future-oriented: tesa aims to increase the share of recycled and bio-based materials in… Read more »

A new team is heading up the organisation of SPE Offshore Europe (OE) at RX Global, in partnership with SPE, in the biennial event next being held at P&J Live, Aberdeen, UK from 2-5 September 2025. David Ince has been appointed as SPE Offshore Europe Exhibition Director and Michael Enser as Marketing Manager, with both continuing to be… Read more »

Swiss marine power company WinGD’s Variable Compression Ratio (VCR) technology is to be trialled by global shipping line CMA CGM onboard one of the company’s vessels. The collaboration marks the first field test for the new dual-fuel engine technology and follows successful factory tests showing significant efficiency improvements with both diesel and LNG fuel. VCR… Read more »

The groundbreaking partnership, fuelled by Innovate UK, will focus on power quality and hydrogen as a future fuel source Fast growth electrical and power engineering firm Enspec has become a Knowledge Transfer Partner of Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU). The groundbreaking partnership, fuelled by Innovate UK, will focus on power quality and hydrogen as a future… Read more »

Recycling is a crucial part of our efforts to protect the environment, but how many times can the same materials actually be recycled?  In our quest for sustainability, recycling has become a cornerstone of environmental responsibility. But have you ever wondered how many times materials can be recycled before they lose their utility? Brian McDaid,… Read more »

New data reveals some U.S. states are more likely to experience illegal waste dumping than others. Our waste expert dives deep into the waste management challenges across the nation Massachusetts is the top U.S. state where waste crime is most likely to occur Alaska is the U.S. state least likely to experience waste crime Industrial… Read more »

COVINGTON, La., July 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Hornbeck Offshore Services, Inc. (” Hornbeck Offshore” or the “Company”) announced today that the United States Department of the Navy Office of Small Business Programs recently approved a Mentor Protégé Agreement between the Company and Next Generation Logistics, LLC (“NGL”).  Small businesses, including Veteran/Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned small businesses, Historically Underutilized… Read more »

Octopus Energy is now able to deploy website updates in five minutes, and has seen a two-thirds decrease in requests for support from developers London – July 25, 2024 – Storyblok, the modern content management system (CMS) for all teams, today announced that Octopus Energy is using its CMS to manage content more efficiently and decrease dependence on developers…. Read more »

Environmental Impact: Throwing away lithium-ion batteries improperly is causing global safety issues including fires in waste management facilities. Circular Economy Benefits: Companies such as B2U Storage Solutions and Allye Energy are recycling and reutilising old EV batteries. Industry Innovation: B2U Storage Solutions has successfully deployed large-scale storage facilities using second-life batteries, demonstrating cost-effectiveness and reliability… Read more »

By Paul Vousden, Client Development Director at 350 PPM, the London-based incubator and accelerator for early-stage clean tech solutions. Labour has been elected with a spectacular landslide majority and the country has voted for change, which of course was the campaign message that was relentlessly pursued for weeks on end. The other key themes from… Read more »

When we measure carbon footprints, certain large industries capture much public scrutiny, including energy, iron and steel production, transportation, and construction. But there’s another less obvious sector that has significant environmental impact.  Households – representing the average consumer buying everyday things like phones, clothes, furniture, computers, and toys – according to the International Society of… Read more »