Technology
Tides wash away OpenHydro
French-based Naval Energies – the parent company of tidal stream technology outfit OpenHydro – has decided to stop further investments into development of its tidal energy business, forcing the liquidation of the Irish-based subsidiary.
UK centers on solar, tidal, and wave energy research co-ops
The UK government-funded Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) has invested £16 million into the establishment of three Supergen energy hubs, and a solar knowledge exchange network, with the aim of boosting more coordinated energy research.
Swansea lagoon may just happen without UK support, report says
One month after the UK government rejected the Swansea Bay tidal lagoon proposal – it has emerged that the scheme could be delivered without the UK government funding, according to a new independent report.
New Rotech Subsea Cable Tool Completes First Offshore Wind Duty
Rotech Subsea has launched a new cable grab system, which recently debuted at an offshore wind project in the North Sea.
EU nods ‘yes’ for Raz Blanchard tidal energy demonstration
The European Commission has found a French project promoting electricity generation from tidal energy – a 14MW Normandie Hydro array – to be in line with European Union State aid rules.
Ostend tower to light the course for marine energy research
A technical due diligence process for the Ostend research tower – a test platform being developed by German developer NEMOS and Belgian POM West-Vlaanderen – has been launched to ensure the infrastructure supports the development needs for offshore wind, tidal and wave energy technologies.
In-stream tidal giant connects to Nova Scotia power grid
Two days after touching the Canadian seabed in the Bay of Fundy – the 2MW tidal turbine, deployed by Cape Sharp Tidal, has been connected to the Nova Scotia electricity grid.
Ireland backs broader support scheme for renewables
The government of Ireland has approved the new Renewable Electricity Support Scheme (RESS) which is expected to spur the introduction of sufficient renewable electricity generation to meet national and EU-wide renewable energy and decarbonization targets out to 2030.
Industry Majors Back 3GW by 2030 French Mediterranean Floating Wind Goal
More than 70 companies and institutions, including some of the leading offshore wind developers and equipment manufacturers, have called for the development of 3GW of floating offshore wind in the French Mediterranean by 2030.
Industry Majors Back 3GW by 2030 French Mediterranean Floating Wind Goal
More than 70 companies and institutions, including some of the leading offshore wind developers and equipment manufacturers, have called for the development of 3GW of floating offshore wind in the French Mediterranean by 2030.
SMS Avonmouth Completes Refit of Tarmac Hopper Dredger
SMS Avonmouth, part of the Southampton-based SMS Group, has completed a major refit alongside in Bristol Port for Tarmac, and relocated to larger premises to meet localized demand. The business has completed a major refit onboard the hopper dredger the City of Cardiff for Tarmac whilst simultaneousl
MeyGen tidal turbines come ashore
SIMEC Atlantis Energy has retrieved two MeyGen tidal power turbines for inspection and maintenance.
ORE Catapult Gathers Electrical Infrastructure Hub Team
The Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult has selected the UK Universities of Strathclyde and Manchester as partners to jointly form the Electrical Infrastructure Research Hub (EIRH).
ORE Catapult Gathers Electrical Infrastructure Hub Team
The Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult has selected the UK Universities of Strathclyde and Manchester as partners to jointly form the Electrical Infrastructure Research Hub (EIRH).