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Our renewable electricity energy needs are growing in a world that is constantly evolving. The market requires more renewable energy for less money. The reduction of government subsidies means that the industry needs to start looking for ways to increase its efficiency. More energy for less money There are different possibilities for lowering the levelized… Read more »
Planning policy and case law developments for the renewables sector
This briefing is intended as an update on three key policy and case law developments that have taken place over the summer. 1 New European Court ruling – ‘Sweetman II’ On 25 July 2018, the Court of Justice of the European Union (the Court) delivered its ruling in the case of Edel Grace and Peter… Read more »
New dedicated weather company
PES caught up with Carsten Kofoed, Managing Director & Hans Christian Hansen, Director of Operations at Vento Maritime, to find out more about this young company, with years of experience behind it. By following the weather and planning ahead it’s possible to make substantial savings in time and fuel and thus decrease costs. Offshore operators… Read more »
Implication of European/German energy policy on the development of the wind industry
On a European level, two significant breakthroughs were achieved in energy policy during the summer: the European target for the share of renewable energies in the electricity supply will be increased to 32 percent by 2030. In addition, EU-member states are obliged to submit detailed plans by the end of 2019 regarding the deployment of… Read more »
A pioneering project 15 years in the making
The much-celebrated inauguration of Vattenfall’s European Offshore Wind Deployment Centre (EOWDC) was a day 15 years in the making for the energy industry. PES brings you a unique report on this exciting, innovative project, not least because of the enormous challenges which had to be overcome and the awareness, ethos and on-going research into the… Read more »
A view from the top
André Moura, Founder and CEO of Pro-Drone, Integrated Solutions for the Inspection of Energy Infrastructure, sat down with PES to tell us his perspective on drone inspections and how his company differs from other players in the market. Their experience and strategy means this company is here to stay and remain one step ahead of… Read more »
Restrictions on turbine performance data: are current practices anti-competitive?
As recent zero-subsidy projects show, the cost of wind energy is decreasing at an impressive rate. Nonetheless, production and maintenance costs remain high compared with rival sectors. One key route to decreasing overheads is the effective use of performance data. In many similar industries, data is used to streamline maintenance systems and reduce O&M costs… Read more »
Explore. Inspire. Transform Offshore Energy Exhibition & Conference 2018
Not long to go until Offshore Energy 2018 on (22), 23 & 24 October, the eleventh edition will be taking place. The team is currently confirming the very last speakers and going over final details for the exhibition floor. With oil & gas, offshore wind and marine energy all assembling at this event – it… Read more »
The next generation UXO detection system
While more than seven decades have now passed since the end of WWII, the remnants still remain in the North Sea today. It is common practice for Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) to be found during offshore projects, with potential to pose a threat to offshore work and vessels, particularly when laying pipelines and cables in the… Read more »
A company in full expansion
PES met up with Per-Olof Sverlinger, the recently appointed CEO at MMT. Consolidation, growth and innovation are very much in the forefront. He brings with him the necessary wealth of experience in consultancy, civil engineering and mine clearing to take this expanding company forward. PES: Hi P-O, it’s great to have this chance to speak… Read more »
