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Charting a new course with the next generation of wind vessels
dship Carriers is poised to revolutionize wind cargo transport with its groundbreaking D500 vessel. Captain Hauke Bindemann, the company’s CTO, discusses the design, fuel efficiency, and sustainability features that make this a potential game changer for the wind energy sector. PES: A warm welcome to PES Hauke. I’m looking forward to talking to you today…. Read more »
Strategic growth and progress: a winning combination
Dellner Wind Solutions has navigated the wind energy industry’s dynamic landscape with strategic acquisitions and cutting-edge innovations. As WindEnergy Hamburg demonstrated, the future of wind power relies on robust supply chains, scalability, and smart collaborations, ensuring long-term sustainability and growth. As WindEnergy Hamburg proved, the wind energy industry stands ready to tackle the challenges of… Read more »
Everyone’s talking about energy transition
In just over five years, renewable energy targets set for 2030 will come knocking on the door. Whether they will be reached, missed, or overshot depends on multiple factors, most of which concern policymakers and the energy sector itself. At the end of 2023, the EU increased the binding renewable energy target for 2030 to… Read more »
A year of expansion and transformation in offshore wind
In early 2023, Clarksons Port Services completed the acquisition of DHSS, an offshore energy logistics provider with a longstanding and expansive network in the Netherlands. On January 1st, 2024, it was officially rebranded as Clarksons Port Services. This created an ideal opportunity for PES Wind to engage with Wim Schouwenaar, the managing director of the… Read more »
Exploring wind solutions
In an insightful conversation with Roberto Pasqualini, Wind Business Development Senior Manager at Bonfiglioli, we explore the company’s innovative solutions showcased at WindEnergy 2024, including advanced pitch and yaw drives, synchronous servo motors, and its commitment to sustainability in the wind sector. PES: I’m very pleased to be speaking with you today Roberto and am… Read more »
Predictive maintenance using advanced technology for early damage detection
As wind turbines grow in size and complexity, maintaining them efficiently has become a major challenge. Predictive maintenance and innovative technology, like the BladeBUG robotic platform, are changing wind energy operations for the better by reducing downtime, costs, and risks. Ensuring the efficiency and condition of turbine blades is key for long-term profitability and sustainability… Read more »
Unknown unknowns: facing uncertainty in the US renewables industry
In a year marked by significant global instability, the rise of safety culture in the renewable energy sector is more crucial than ever. Amidst geopolitical tensions and rising energy demands, organisations like Active Training Team (ATT) are pioneering innovative training programs that emphasise emotional intelligence and workforce safety, ensuring the industry can grow sustainably while… Read more »
Cool power tech energising the renewables mix
In tandem with continual progress to increase the share of renewables in the energy mix, the demand from refrigeration, air-conditioning, and heat pumps will surge dramatically during the next few decades. Global cold demand accounts for approximately 20% of total electricity consumption and is currently increasing at a rate of approximately 13% per year. These… Read more »
Roses for the future: long-term yield forecasts
Careful site selection is critical to the success of renewable energy projects. As subsidies decline and competition increases, accurate long-term yield forecasts are essential for ensuring profitability and sustainability. 4cast explores the key strategies and technologies driving effective site assessment. Determining the optimal location is a fundamental aspect in planning and implementing renewable energy projects…. Read more »
Driving efficiency: how customer partnerships accelerate innovation in solar farm implementation
With renewable energy surging by an unprecedented 87% in 2023, and new solar capacity making up 75% of this growth,1 the global energy grid is changing fast. This rapid expansion has been accompanied by a wave of customer-driven technological innovations, and TE Connectivity is at the forefront of this transformation, developing products that address current… Read more »
