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Embracing modernity and an optimistic future view
PES is proud to welcome Professor Patrick Gougeon, Director of the Research Centre for Energy Management and UK Director of ESCP Europe Business School. In this illuminating interview, he discusses the Chinese influence, Europe’s booming market, and much more. PES: With PV farms ‘springing up’ across the world, do you have any concerns that proper… Read more »
Is Solar At The Crossroads
According to the latest figures released by the European Photovoltaic Industry Association, PV markets saw record growth in 2011, but the industry faces short-term challenges… PV electricity continued its remarkable growth trend in 2011, even in the midst of a financial and economic crisis and even as the PV industry was enduring a period of… Read more »
Intersolar Europe: New Growth for the Solar Industry – Climate of Optimism in the MENA Region
Intersolar Europe and the Intersolar Europe Conference shed light on the solar markets of the future Munich, May 29, 2012 – As in many global markets, solar energy is on the rise in coun-tries across the MENA region (Middle East and North Africa). This has pushed economic developments ahead of policy developments: While some countries… Read more »
Innovation in action
Part of the ACCIONA group, ACCIONA Windpower North America specializes in the design, manufacture, field assembly and marketing of wind turbines using proprietary technology. The company has positioned itself among the world’s top wind turbine manufacturers, and produces turbines of 1500 kW and 3000 kW rated power, of which it has assembled over 3500 MW…. Read more »
Find fresh wind in the German southwest!
Our industry was built on fresh ideas, novel solutions and new methodologies, and so with that approach in mind, we’d like to introduce you to Baden-Württemberg – a German state that’s very much open for wind business… The future belongs to renewable energy. The greater shortage of conventional resources and the more urgent the ecological… Read more »
Always moving, always improving
With more than 140 vessels currently in its portfolio, Germany based BBC Chartering is a global leader in the heavy lift and multipurpose tonnage segment, offering vessels ranging from 3,500 to 37,300dwt. It operates the single largest fleet in the market with lifting capacities reaching up to 800mt. Founded in 1997, BBC Chartering can be… Read more »
Be a smooth operator
Using an inferior lubricant can achieve short-term savings but can cause risky long-term effects. Castrol Industrial’s global product manager, Daryl Luke, discusses how the right lubrication can not only improve productivity but potentially reduce your overall total operating costs. While budgets are tight, there is a temptation to use cheaper lubricants without the necessary additives… Read more »
The surprise impact of America Invents Act on wind companies’ return on investment for patent expenditures
For the first time in 60 years Congress has passed sweeping patent reform legislation, the America Invents Act (AIA). Enacted in September 16, 2011 and being phased in through March 16, 2013, the AIA introduces a number of significant reforms impacting all aspects of patent procurement and patent enforcement. The purpose of the AIA is… Read more »
Flight time
Despite the clear benefits of wind power, there will always be obstacles to overcome, particularly given the often difficult environments developers have to work in, the issues around tariffs and investment concerns during times of austerity. However, innovators around the world are engineering solutions that might literally rise above these challenges. Dr. Corwin Hardham of… Read more »
Editors Note
At the time of writing, the PES team and I are packing our bags in readiness for our trip to Atlanta, or to be more specific: to WINDPOWER 2012. The AWEA show is the focal point for wind professionals to network with and learn from industry leaders and experts, and to discover the latest in… Read more »
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Iconic York Minster sets powerful example of sustainability and heritage preservation with a solar powered strategy for future generations.
York Minster, one of the UK’s most iconic landmarks, is taking a bold step to address the challenges of climate change by reducing its carbon footprint. This commitment to sustainability aligns its centuries-old legacy with the pressing need to address modern environmental challenges, safeguarding its heritage for the future. Working with Solarwatt, a pioneer in… Read more »
Energy companies boosting investment in cybersecurity arms race, to manage the ‘greatest risk’ to the industry today – new research reveals
Oslo, 22 January, 2025 – Energy companies are taking cyber threats seriously at the highest levels, as two in three energy professionals (65%) say their leadership views cybersecurity as the greatest current risk to their business, according to new research on the state of cybersecurity in the energy sector. More than two thirds of energy professionals (71%) expect their company… Read more »
Sineng Electric Supplies Energy Storage Solution to North Africa’s First Utility-Scale Energy Storage Project
Aswan, Egypt, January 21, 2025 — Sineng Electric, a global leader in solar and energy storage solutions, has joined forces with Trinasolar to supply its central PCS energy storage solution to the 300MWh Abydos Battery Energy Storage Project in Kom Ombo, Aswan Governorate. It is the first utility-scale energy storage project in Egypt, defining a… Read more »
Solar farm that could power 100,000 UK homes proposed for East Yorkshire
• Global renewable energy company Ørsted is sharing plans for Kingfisher Solar Farm in the East Riding of Yorkshire, which would have a capacity of approximately 320 megawatts (MW) • Residents are being invited to provide their feedback on the proposals for the solar farm during an early phase of non-statutory consultation across February and… Read more »
Catalysed fusion poised for a breakout year in 2025
By Valeria Tyutina, CEO at ENG8 As we set our sights on 2025, an energy production process called catalysed fusion, which is based on low energy nuclear reaction (LENR) pathways, is on the cusp of a significant breakthrough. This emerging technology is rapidly gaining momentum, with companies and research initiatives transitioning from lab scale to… Read more »
Bardex Corp. Strengthens Presence in EMEA Offshore Wind Market with Strategic Hire for Director odf Business Development
With the addition of Ian Finch to its Sales team, Bardex re-establishes a European base committed to growing and supporting clients and projects across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Goleta, Calif., January 15, 2025 – Bardex, a global leader in products and engineering services designed for heavy lifting, transfer, and restraint for offshore energy,… Read more »
Nordex Group delivers more than 30% of the expansion of onshore wind energy in Germany in 2024
Market leading WindSonic 2-axis wind sensors now easier to integrate into more systems
Empowering Sustainability: Sineng Electric Powers India’s Largest Floating Solar Plant with Advanced Technology
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