Offshore Wind
Spencer Group Proves Opportunities in Humber Renewables Already Exist (UK)
As businesses prepare for an anticipated renewables boom in the Humber, one Hull firm is proving the opportunities are already there for the taking. Spencer Group has a significant role in the £736m Humber Gateway offshore wind farm – the region’s first major offshore wind development. The specialis
TenneT in Talks for New Investments in German Energy Shift
TenneT is gearing up with its investment plans regarding German energy shift to renewables, as the company is currently in talks with more investors. The grid operator intends to cooperate with further investors after the deal with Mitsubishi “broke the ice”, Martin Fuchs, head of TenneT TSO GmbH to
TenneT in Talks for New Investments in German Energy Shift
TenneT is gearing up with its investment plans regarding German energy shift to renewables, as the company is currently in talks with more investors. The grid operator intends to cooperate with further investors after the deal with Mitsubishi “broke the ice”, Martin Fuchs, head of TenneT TSO GmbH to
Denmark: LORC to Open Advanced Laser Welding Center
The Danish Minister of Employment Mette Frederiksen and the Minister of Housing, Urban and Rural Affairs Carsten Hansen will attend LORC’s green growth conference on January 28th 2013 at Lindø Industrial Park and the official opening of Denmark’s new advanced laser welding center, the open fabricati
The Netherlands: Tocardo, Repsol Partner Up to Develop Tidal Energy
Tocardo International, the leading producer of tidal and free-flow water turbines, and Repsol, the international integrated energy company, announce a partnership between the two companies. The Repsol New Energy Ventures and Tocardo partnership will provide a platform for both companies to develop o
UK: Examination of Triton Knoll Offshore Wind Farm Closes
Examination of the Triton Knoll Offshore Wind Farm project has closed. The Planning Inspectorate (PINS) wrote to interested parties on 21 January 2013 notifying them of completion of the Examination. The findings and conclusions arising from the Examination, together with a recommendation from PINS
USA: MMI Releases Version 2.0 of Its Offshore Wind Farm Analysis Software
MMI Engineering has released version 2.0 of its offshore wind farm analysis software WEP-View (Wind Energy Potential – View). This software has been developed as a response to an industry demand for a tool to assess the electricity and revenue generation potential in an offshore wind farm. WEP-View
UK: Port of Tyne Takes Big Steps toward Renewables
The Port of Tyne is stepping up the pace in the race to provide clean, green renewable fuels for the future with £180m investment plans for its south bank estate in South Tyneside. On the back of several years of record growth, the Port has focussed its business strategy for further growth on renewa
Germany: Wind Blades in Global Sea
The wind energy industry is continuing to expand worldwide with the industry ebbing and flowing as global governments decide policy on supporting renewable power and then reconsider the economics, causing delays in financing major projects. The industry is caught in the financial tide but is growing
Germany: BBB Contracted to Perform High Level Training Courses on Wind Projects
Joachim Binotsch, general manager of BBB Umwelttechnik GmbH (BBB), and Sylvia Schubert, head of BBB’s wind assessment department, are contracted by the German Wind Energy Association (BWE) to perform high level training courses in a three-day-seminar with the title “Wind Measurements, Wind Yield and
Germany: BBB Contracted to Perform High Level Training Courses on Wind Projects
Joachim Binotsch, general manager of BBB Umwelttechnik GmbH (BBB), and Sylvia Schubert, head of BBB’s wind assessment department, are contracted by the German Wind Energy Association (BWE) to perform high level training courses in a three-day-seminar with the title “Wind Measurements, Wind Yield and
West of Duddon Sands Seeks Skilled Local Workers for Its O&M Base (UK)
West of Duddon Sands offshore wind farm, a 50-50 joint venture between DONG Energy and ScottishPower Renewables, has launched its campaign to recruit thirty skilled local workers for its operations and maintenance (O&M) team in Barrow-in-Furness. Work is now underway on a state-of-the-art Operations
UK: Dundee’s Councillors to Decide on Backing Offshore Renewable Energy Institute
A proposed Offshore Renewable Energy Institute to be based in Dundee could come a step closer next week. Councillors will be asked at a meeting next week to back a £10,000 contribution to the creation of a detailed business plan for the institute. Will Dawson, convener of Dundee City Council’s city
Denmark: A2SEA Sea Installer Nominated for Annual Support Journal Awards
A2SEA “Sea Installer” (GustoMSC NG-9000C design) has been nominated for the Annual Support Journal Awards. Renewable energy and windfarm installation costs need to be reduced by 40% in order to be competitive with carbon fuelled energy. Referring to that aim, the NG-9000C contributes significantly w