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The Mediterranean Solar Plan A Necessity
The Mediterranean Solar Plan – a necessity, not an option Benita Ferrero-Waldner, EU Commissioner for External Relations and European Neighbourhood Policy, makes an impassioned plea for the diversification of solar initiatives in Europe. {pagebreak} When Russia cut gas supplies to Ukraine in 2006, European supplies were not seriously affected. When it did so this year,… Read more »
The critical role of gas and chemical suppliers in PV cell manufacture
Gases and chemicals contribute a significant part of the bill of materials for PV cells, and as the industry grows, material suppliers will face a number of key challenges to meet demand. Kaytie Lilley of Linde Electronics offers PES an illuminating view of the sector. The production of photovoltaic (PV) electricity has doubled every… Read more »
Copenhagen must build the road
Copenhagen must build the road to a sustainable global energy future In February, Stavros Dimas, European Commissioner responsible for the environment, delivered an address to EU Sustainable Energy Week 2009, in which he impressed upon delegates the importance of the imminent Copenhagen United Climate Agreement {pagebreak} – described as: “the world’s last chance to bring… Read more »
European BIPV projects grow ..
European BIPV projects grow – but legislation is still urgently needed A recent report has shown that the European Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) market in last year was estimated at €143 million with a total installed capacity of 25.7 MW for the commercial, residential, industrial and public markets combined. {pagebreak} Currently, there is substantial amount… Read more »
How clean is solar?
In the race to produce the cleanest and most efficient forms of renewable energy, a vital point is often overlooked – that the renewables themselves need to become a lot more renewable. This theme emerged at a recent Energy Conference in London, with delegates hearing that the most advanced “renewable” technologies are too often based… Read more »
Melting Markets, Melting Ice Caps
Are the current targets for cutting carbon emissions realistic or setting us up for a fall? Dr Thomas R. Schneider, member of the IEEE, a professional association for the advancement of technology, investigates. {pagebreak} Carbon targets While the European Commission has been working to allocate member countries with their own specific targets by 2012, the… Read more »
Solar The Militarys Secret Weapon
Blessed with massive budgets, the military is often an ‘early adopter’ when it comes to technology. Recent reports suggest that US is putting up massive funding for three ground-breaking projects – all of them centred on solar power. {pagebreak} Portable power packs During a battle, the ability to redeploy troops swiftly and without detection can… Read more »
My vision
In this enlightening interview, Joachim Melis, Vice President Worldwide Sales for Adept Technology GmbH, puts forward his personal take on the current state of the industry and looks to the future… PES: How did you come to be involved in the renewables industry? {pagebreak} Joachim Melis: Adept Technology has been active in the solar industry… Read more »
2009: A World Of Seismic Change
At a time of worldwide recession, increasing scarcity of basic commodities and with an untried president in the White House, 2009 will be a year of profound change and turbulence. Old economic rules will be obsolete, the international banking system re-engineered and all the old certainties called into question. {pagebreak} Against this formidable backdrop of… Read more »
UK fires up global renewables market
In this exclusive column, written especially for PES, Andrew Cahn, Chief Executive of UK Trade & Investment, argues that Great Britain serves as an excellent springboard for renewables growth across the world. {pagebreak} The global energy sector currently represents one of the most exciting export opportunities for UK companies. UK energy companies already generate revenues… Read more »
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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
Global grid infrastructure will double by 2050 due to a surge in renewable energy sources and a doubling of global electricity demand. By 2050, 70% of the world’s electricity will come from solar and wind, necessitating market and regulatory adjustments to support flexibility-enhancing technologies. Li-ion utility-scale batteries will dominate the storage market, providing three times… Read more »
Mainstream digital systems costing offshore wind millions in delays – it’s time to move on
Headline capacities at offshore wind farms make cost of delays substantially higher than a decade ago Slimmer margins in today’s economic environment mean delays can make the difference between profit and loss up and down the supply chain Whitepaper from Shoreline Wind advocates urgent digital transformation in offshore wind project management to reduce delays New… Read more »
EUROPE’S FIRST INTERNATIONAL ELECTRIC FLIGHTS AVAILABLE TO GENERAL PUBLIC AT MAASTRICHT AACHEN AIRPORT
Pioneering electric aviation project, Electrifly, to offer open-to-public electric flights through a pilot scheme between Maastricht, Liege, and Aachen airports on first come first served booking basis from 1 July Maastricht, the Netherlands, Monday 17th June 2024: Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST) is to host the first publicly accessible electric powered flights between the Netherlands, Belgium… Read more »
World Hydrogen Week relocates to Copenhagen and launches first dedicated decarbonisation event for hard-to-abate and carbon-intensive sectors
World Hydrogen Week to launch unique, inaugural “Innovate to Net Zero: Cross-Industry Summit”, a dedicated decarbonisation event tailored to support carbon intensive and hard-to-abate sectors Event relocating to the Nordic region where hydrogen leadership is unmatched Exclusive Summer Breakfast Briefing Over 3,500 attendees from 50 countries to participate in World Hydrogen Week London, UK… Read more »
New report highlights supply chain opportunities from effective wind turbine decommissioning
SINGULUS TECHNOLOGIES Expands Solar Equipment Portfolio: Comprehensive Solutions from Cell to Module Lines for HJT and TOPCon
Enviromena appoints Head of Planning to drive UK projects pipeline and net zero targets
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