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Vehicle-integrated photovoltaics (VIPV): Flexible solar modules deliver 30 percent more power
Berlin, 02.09.2021 – Solar panel manufacturer OPES Solutions and Fraunhofer Center for Silicon Photovoltaics CSP have developed a flexible standard solar module for vehicle integration. SolFlex is based on crystalline solar cells and achieves around 30% more power per square meter than current flexible modules that use thin-film technology. Its bending radius of up to… Read more »
iCOGNIZE files patent on GDPR-compliant method for securing biometric data
The Hessian company iCOGNIZE has applied for a patent on its new split-template method for securing biometric data. In this new process, biometric data is split directly after gathering, rendering it unrecognizable. Since biometric data contains mathematical descriptions of certain characteristics of body features such as fingerprints, iris or facial details, and vein patterns, it… Read more »
Energy supplier consolidation expected to continue
The UK’s energy supply market has been undergoing a period of consolidation, with the number of fully licensed suppliers falling to under 50 from a high of 62 in 2018, according to a report commissioned by Shoosmiths and produced by Cornwall Insights – Consolidation in the domestic energy market. Not only is consolidation expected to… Read more »
PEAK Wind sells 30% stake to Integrated Wind Solutions AS
With Integrated Wind Solutions AS onboard, PEAK Wind adds additional competences and capital to continue its growth trajectory To continue the company’s growth trajectory and remain in the forefront of the development of the renewable energy sector, PEAK Wind has decided to sell 30% ownership stake of the company to Integrated Wind Solutions AS, a… Read more »
University of Konstanz successfully takes legal action against patent infringements in the field of solar cell production and wins initial case
The University of Konstanz has reached an agreement with a German equipment manufacturing company on the protection of patent rights relating to their patents on LID regeneration of solar cells. With the support of TLB GmbH from Karlsruhe, Germany, a mutually beneficial agreement was reached. The foundation for this was laid by a successful lawsuit… Read more »
Crown Estate Scotland has today launched a new leasing process for offshore wind farms to help decarbonise Scotland’s oil and gas sector.
Responding, Claire Mack, Chief Executive of Scottish Renewables, said: “While new systems to allow Scotland to capitalise on its renewable energy resource are to be welcomed, it is also important that we continue to focus as a country on our net-zero mission, and on the economic and social benefits which meeting that target with renewable… Read more »
Kensa Group Leads Green Recovery with End of Financial Year Results
The Kensa Group, the UK’s leading manufacturer and installer of ground source heat pumps, has posted its results for the financial year to April 30 2021. Strong business performance in an unprecedented year Revenues increased by 82% to £25.14m producing a profit of £0.62m as the Group continued to deliver solutions for private householders, self-builders,… Read more »
Get help now to help keep winter fuel bills down
West Midlands residents are being advised to act now to help cut their fuel bills before the colder months and weather return. Organisers of the Warmer Homes West Midlands programme are reminding residents that they can provide them with information and guidance to help them heat their home affordably. The programme forms part of a… Read more »
The US company has purchased solar panels manufacturing facilities in Europe to provide a fast and reliable supply.
AIONRISE Holding Inc. (Delaware, USA) has purchased fully automated solar panels manufacturing located in Georgia, Europe in March 2021. The main target markets for a brand are the USA and Europe. The factory was built by Swiss and German PV technology companies and started operation in 2019 with an annual capacity of 500MW. AIONRISE solar… Read more »
Energy networks respond to Strategic Innovation Fund launched by Ofgem
Ofgem has announced a Strategic investment Fund to help unlock Net Zero, with around £450 million to be invested in energy network innovation from 2021-2026. Dan Clarke, Head of Innovation at Energy Networks Association which represents the UK and Ireland’s energy networks businesses said: “Energy networks are unlocking Net Zero, helping customers connect low carbon… Read more »
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Offshore wind cable protection database to improve understanding of environmental impacts
A database of hard protection from offshore wind cable burial is being developed by marine consultancy and survey company ABPmer on behalf of the Marine Management Organisation (MMO). The database aims to support more accurate cumulative effects assessments including improving understanding of the distribution of hard protection in marine protected areas (MPAs) designated to protect… Read more »
ENAPI Secures €7.5M Seed Funding Led by Voyager Ventures to Transform EV Charging Connectivity
ENAPI’s platform aims to commoditise connectivity in the EV charging industry and improve driver experience Seed round follows a €2.5M pre-seed raise just 10 months prior, bringing total funding to €10M Funds will accelerate ENAPI’s growth as the clearing house for EV charging, enabling seamless transactions between stakeholders Berlin, January 23, 2025 – ENAPI, the… Read more »
Advancing Offshore Wind Farm Operations with Lidar Technology
Equans’ Meteorological Monitoring Module continues to drive advancements in offshore operational safety. For nearly a decade, the integration of ZX Lidars technology into Equans’ Meteorological Monitoring Module has played a pivotal role in improving the safety and efficiency of offshore wind farm operations. This sophisticated module provides crucial real-time environmental data from offshore substations. The… Read more »
DNV Supports Grenergy in Securing $299 Million Financing for part of World’s Largest Energy Storage Project
2″ January 2025, Santiago, Chile — DNV, the global independent energy expert and assurance company, provided expertise and market due diligence, that has been instrumental in helping renewable energy developer Grenergy secure $299 million in financing for the Víctor Jara phase of the Oasis de Atacama project. This milestone marks a significant step forward in the… Read more »
Solargis launches Evaluate 2.0 software, setting a new standard for PV system design and evaluation
The new cloud-based solution offers the solar market’s most advanced, comprehensive platform for complete PV project design and evaluation. Solargis Evaluate 2.0 addresses many challenges faced by project developers and PV experts, leveraging 15-minute Time Series data as a default and using proprietary ground albedo data and ray tracing technology to deliver more accurate and… Read more »
Aevy Secures NOK 6.2M in pre-seed Investment Round
The investment will accelerate development of Aevy’s industry-first platform for AI-enabled management and due diligence of onshore wind and utility scale solar assets OSLO, Norway — Aevy, a provider of solutions for management and due diligence of renewable energy assets, today announced the completion of a NOK 6.2 million investment round led by StartupLab. The… Read more »
A leap forward in efficient and reliable lighting solutions with the second generation of Atlas Copco solar light towers
Salamander project successfully concludes data monitoring at floating offshore wind site
OEG Renewables and COENS Co Ltd sign an MoU to offer renewable service solutions to the growing offshore wind market in South Korea.
Iconic York Minster sets powerful example of sustainability and heritage preservation with a solar powered strategy for future generations.
Energy companies boosting investment in cybersecurity arms race, to manage the ‘greatest risk’ to the industry today – new research reveals
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