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Clean wind turbines… Inside and out
Clean wind turbines…inside and outDaniel Alessandri, Strategic Marketing Manager for the power generation division of Pall Corporation, considers the effects of the weather on the wind energy sector. {pagebreak} Roneklint, Denmark. Peaceful, sunny and green…what a change of pace from the horrendous past few weeks spent between Paris and England, all this in a matter… Read more »
PES exclusive EWEA update
Wind industry ready to boom. European Wind Energy Association Chief Executive Christian Kjaer talks exclusively to PES about how the European Commission’s ongoing efforts to tackle climate change are paving the way for “a massive expansion in wind power”, but certain member states should be reaching to pull their socks up. {pagebreak} In January this… Read more »
A total fab solution for thin film solar modules
A ‘Total Fab Solution’ for Thin Film Solar Modules End-to-End (E2E) Fab Solutions for Thin Film Silicon Solar Modules are the latest of Oerlikon Solar’s offerings to the solar market. This package – which has been specifically tailored to customers with a turn-key requirement – has generated a lot of interest. {pagebreak} Business growth at… Read more »
Looking over the horizon
As the wind energy industry sees sturdy growth, businesses are gearing up for surging demand. Amid what is likely to be an increasingly competitive global market, manufacturers and suppliers will need to show consistently high levels of products, services and support in order to keep a strong client base. Kirsten Tschauder of Castrol Industrial Lubricants… Read more »
Breaking new ground
Thomas E. Hoffmeister, Managing Director of FPE Fischer GmbH, talks about his company’s first foray into the renewable energy industry, reinvigorating the organisation and the launch of an innovative new product… {pagebreak} PES: Can you explain a little about your company and what you offer the renewable energy industry?Thomas Hoffmeister: FPE Fischer GmbH has been… Read more »
To stay ahead, invest in R&D
“If you want to stay ahead of the competition you have to invest in R&D” The Komax Group, founded in 1975 and headquartered in Switzerland, is one of the top global providers of wire processing systems and assembly automation equipment. One of its primary markets is the photovoltaics industry and to this end we invited… Read more »
Its about best technologies
“It’s about best technologies, highest throughput and lowest losses” For industries that require expensive raw materials such as silicon and sapphire, production efficiency and process stability are key to operating cost-efficient production lines. Peter Pauli, CEO of Meyer Burger AG, explains how this major provider of slicing systems to solar-cell manufacturers helps its clients achieve… Read more »
Making the connection
Sporting a philosophy of inventing market-orientated products, combined with innovation and vision, PES discovers how the firmly-established Multi-Contact has adapted to the challenges that the global quest for renewable energy presents. We speak to CEO, Rainer Isenrich… {pagebreak} PES: Can you explain a little about your company and what you offer the renewable energy industry?Rainer… Read more »
A one stop supplier strategy can work
In manufacturing, a one-stop supplier strategy can work in everyone’s favour If an industry is going to flourish, it needs a quality-controlled supply network. Renewable energy producers in particular need end products that are safe, reliable and built to last. PES asks Rolf Schäfer (Dipl.-Phys.), owner of Robeko, about the challenges and benefits of entering… Read more »
Hi rising demand for renewable energy
Quality should be designed into your products.The rising demand for renewable energy means a greater demand for sophisticated technology. But it’s not simply customer satisfaction that counts these days. Jukka-Pekka Mäkinen, CEO and President of The Switch, explains how his firm is responding and contributing to the environmental revolution. {pagebreak} PES: Can you explain a… Read more »
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SolarEdge’s End-to-End Commercial Storage Suite Makes Debut at Intersolar Europe 2024
Munich, Germany, June 17, 2024 – SolarEdge Technologies, Inc. (“SolarEdge”), a global leader in smart energy technology, today announced that its complete, end-to-end Solar Commercial Storage suite will make a debut at InterSolar 2024 (Hall B4, Stand 110). The new SolarEdge suite is designed for small to medium commercial solar installations addressing a variety of needs… Read more »
SolarEdge Announces Plans for Global Rollout of it’s First-of-a-Kind Energy Optimization Software Platform for Commercial and Industrial Applications
MILPITAS, California – June 17, 2024 – SolarEdge Technologies, Inc. (“SolarEdge” or the “Company”), a global leader in smart energy technology, today announced the global rollout of SolarEdge ONE for C&I, a comprehensive software-based energy optimization platform for Commercial and Industrial (C&I) solar applications, expected to become generally available in the coming months. SolarEdge ONE… Read more »
Massive cuts in research funding hamper necessary innovations in key technologies for the energy transition
The year 2024 is characterized by a substantial reduction in federal funding for project research. Energy research is particularly affected by this. A 30% reduction in available funding for new projects is looming, compared to the previous year. Against this backdrop, the Fraunhofer-Group »Energy Technologies and Climate Protection« is warning of a massive decline in… Read more »
ABP signs MOU with Marine Power Systems to advance floating offshore wind technology
To coincide with the start of Renewable UK’s Global Offshore Wind trade show in Manchester, Associated British Ports (ABP), the UK’s largest and leading ports operator has announced a new collaboration with Marine Power Services (MPS), a Wales based floating wind technology developer to accelerate the advancement of floating offshore wind technology in the Celtic… Read more »
New report: Global solar installations almost double in 2023 but leaves emerging economies in the dark
• SolarPower Europe’s annual Global Market Outlook for Solar Power 2024-2028 reveals that, in 2023, global solar yearly installations grew by 87% on the previous year. • 2023 brought 447 GW of new solar compared to the 239 GW installed in 2022, bringing the world’s total solar capacity to 1.6 TW. • Record growth is… Read more »
Introducing ABLOY CUMULUS Swing Handle: Keyless access solution for business optimisation
ABLOY unveils the ABLOY CUMULUS Swing Handle, a smartphone-operated solution for keyless access. This robust locking product is designed to bolster the operations in various businesses, including data centres, utilities and maintenance, by enhancing processes and keeping society running smoothly. JOENSUU, FINLAND – 18th June, 2024 – ABLOY, a global leader in security, is proud… Read more »
DNV New Power Systems report: Global grid infrastructure to double by 2050 to meet surging electricity demand
Mainstream digital systems costing offshore wind millions in delays – it’s time to move on
EUROPE’S FIRST INTERNATIONAL ELECTRIC FLIGHTS AVAILABLE TO GENERAL PUBLIC AT MAASTRICHT AACHEN AIRPORT
World Hydrogen Week relocates to Copenhagen and launches first dedicated decarbonisation event for hard-to-abate and carbon-intensive sectors
New report highlights supply chain opportunities from effective wind turbine decommissioning
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