Offshore hydrogen production is paramount to meet the substantial increase expected in European hydrogen demand, as hydrogen is due to play a significant role as a low-carbon energy carrier – not only to decarbonize hard-to-abate sectors, but also to boost security of energy supply in Europe. The “Specification of a European Offshore Hydrogen Backbone” study, … Continue reading DNV study shows high offshore hydrogen infrastructure potential for Europe
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DNV embarks on a project to support KEPCO to bring offshore wind power to South Korea
DNV will support the development of an optimal design and network routing plan for integrating large-scale offshore wind into the power grid. DNV will also study how to minimize renewables integration costs. DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, is assisting KEPCO (Korea Electric Power Corporation) Research Institute in the development of a long-term … Continue reading DNV embarks on a project to support KEPCO to bring offshore wind power to South Korea
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ACP Statement on Anti-Offshore Wind Disinformation
American Clean Power Association (ACP) CEO Jason Grumet issued the following statement in response to disinformation regarding whale deaths on the East Coast. Much of this disinformation has been pushed by long-time opponents to offshore wind and irresponsible news outlets who have blamed these deaths on the offshore wind industry without any evidence. “Disinformation shouldn’t … Continue reading ACP Statement on Anti-Offshore Wind Disinformation
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RWE unveils supplier initiative to unlock business opportunities from offshore wind growth and investment
RWE, Wales’ largest renewable energy generator, has unveiled an innovative approach to supplier engagement, as it looks to expand investment opportunities in renewable energy to a wider pool of UK businesses. The developer’s dedicated approach to supplier engagement was launched at RWE’s Celtic Sea Supply Chain Engagement Day in Cardiff, where Stephen Crabb MP for … Continue reading RWE unveils supplier initiative to unlock business opportunities from offshore wind growth and investment
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Iberdrola and Haizea Wind Group sign a €200 million contract for offshore wind power
Scottish Power, an Iberdrola group company, and Haizea Wind Group, a world leader in the manufacture of wind towers, have today signed a framework agreement worth over €200 million for Haizea Bilbao to supply 50 monopiles to the East Anglia Three offshore wind farm in the United Kingdom from its facilities in the Port of … Continue reading Iberdrola and Haizea Wind Group sign a €200 million contract for offshore wind power
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Call for Innovations in offshore wind – RWE launches global Innovation Competition
RWE, one of the world leaders in offshore wind, has launched its second annual Innovation Competition. The company is looking for solutions in the domains of ecology, system integration and circularity in offshore wind. RWE is dedicated to exploring and supporting innovative solutions that can both accelerate the pace of deployment of offshore wind, as well as … Continue reading Call for Innovations in offshore wind – RWE launches global Innovation Competition
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Siemens Gamesa opens an offshore wind energy center in Spain
Siemens Gamesa bets on Sarriguren to open an offshore wind center in Spain. Its teams will be located both in the offices of the City of Innovation in Navarra and in Zamudio (Bizkaia). This initiative will strengthen the R&D capacity of Siemens Gamesa in Spain, where one of the company’s largest centers in this field … Continue reading Siemens Gamesa opens an offshore wind energy center in Spain
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Offshore wind sector needs to rethink its approach to vessel procurement
In particular, the industry needs to overcome its reliance on ‘traditional’ vessel options, such as SOVs, when moving into the long-term operational phase, according to innovative, simulation-driven marine engineering consultancy, BAR Technologies (BAR). BAR, which has recently launched the BARTech 50 – a new low emission hull form design capable of long-distance offshore transfer – … Continue reading Offshore wind sector needs to rethink its approach to vessel procurement
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Shell, Gulf Wind Technology to establish offshore wind energy hub in Louisiana
In an effort to advance offshore wind energy technology and expand the emerging industry’s skilled workforce, Gulf Wind Technology announced today it is collaborating with Shell to establish a research, training and technology demonstration program at GWT’s Avondale Global Gateway facility in New Orleans, site of the old Avondale Shipyard. GWT, supported by a $10 … Continue reading Shell, Gulf Wind Technology to establish offshore wind energy hub in Louisiana
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Equinor & bp Host Long Island Expo to Engage Local Suppliers on the Offshore Wind Industry
Equinor and bp, the 50-50 partners in the Empire and Beacon Wind projects, held their third supplier expo at Farmingdale State College. Over 200 local and regional manufacturers, suppliers, and contractors attended to meet key offshore wind project suppliers and vendors. The event offered an important opportunity for Long Island businesses to learn how to … Continue reading Equinor & bp Host Long Island Expo to Engage Local Suppliers on the Offshore Wind Industry
Continue readingJapan eyes offshore wind power beyond territorial waters
Japan is considering expanding locations of offshore wind farms from outside its territorial waters to the country’s exclusive economic zone in a bid to jump-start the industry. Currently, offshore wind farms are limited to territorial waters about 22 kilometers from the coast. This would be expanded to the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) located 200 nautical miles, or about 370 km, from the coast. … Continue reading Japan eyes offshore wind power beyond territorial waters
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China pushes wind power to a new record
Wind power received 44 GW in global orders in the fourth quarter of 2022, 134.6 GW for fiscal year 2022.Global order intake for wind turbines reached new records in 2022. 44 GW were purchased in the fourth quarter and 134.6 GW in the year, both new record volumes. Dominated by activity in China, annual investment … Continue reading China pushes wind power to a new record
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DNV awards AiP for a floating ammonia production unit developed by SWITCH2 and BW Offshore
An industrial scale concept for a floating production unit to produce green ammonia has secured Approval in Principle (AiP) from DNV, affirming the technical feasibility of the design. The project is now ready to start the Basic Design phase. The so-called NH3 FPSO concept is being developed by Netherland-based SwitchH2 BV and Norway-based BW Offshore … Continue reading DNV awards AiP for a floating ammonia production unit developed by SWITCH2 and BW Offshore
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Recommendations for Offshore Wind Development in India
Offshore wind will have a prominent role in India’s energy transition. As the world’s third-largest producer and fourth-largest consumer of electricity, India’s energy demand is forecast to grow between 6-7% year-on-year over the next decade. Current government initiatives like 24*7 Power for All, Make in India, Atmanirbhar Bharat (Self-reliant India) and the National Mission for … Continue reading Recommendations for Offshore Wind Development in India
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RWE and DNV to validate implications of long-distance “wake effects” from large offshore wind clusters
RWE and DNV have now agreed on a scope to conduct a large study assessing the impact of far wakes in offshore wind. The scope of the study asks DNV to validate the effects that RWE experts have identified. RWE models predict that large clusters of offshore wind farms could have far-reaching wind-shadowing effects, impacting … Continue reading RWE and DNV to validate implications of long-distance “wake effects” from large offshore wind clusters
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DNV officially authorized to issue certificates for offshore wind projects in Poland
DNV has been authorized by the Polish Ministry of Infrastructure to issue certificates for offshore wind farms and assembly of power output equipment in Poland. The certification will be executed according to Polish law requirements, reflected in DNV’s Service Specification ”Project certification of wind power plants”. “Poland is planning impressively rapid growth in offshore wind,” … Continue reading DNV officially authorized to issue certificates for offshore wind projects in Poland
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Attentive Energy One Announces Plans for Two New Offshore Wind Ports In New York City, Creating $400 Million In Economic Activity In New York State
Attentive Energy One (AE1), a joint venture of TotalEnergies and Rise Light & Power (Rise), today announced plans for two offshore wind port facilities in New York Harbor generating $400 million in economic activity in New York State. In connection with the 1,400 MW proposal, which AE1 submitted to the New York State Energy Research … Continue reading Attentive Energy One Announces Plans for Two New Offshore Wind Ports In New York City, Creating $400 Million In Economic Activity In New York State
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RWE and Commercial Rib unveil first official look at innovative amphibious Crew Transfer Vessel
Build of world-first amphibious offshore wind farm crew transfer vessel delivered in under a year. Vessel passed initial testing phase in readiness for commercial rollout. Potential future world-wide application for wind farms in very shallow waters. RWE, in partnership with Commercial Rib Charters (CRC), can share a first look at the innovative amphibious vessel ‘CRC … Continue reading RWE and Commercial Rib unveil first official look at innovative amphibious Crew Transfer Vessel
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EDF Renewables, Jan De Nul and Luminus partner for an offshore wind farm in Belgium
EDF Renewables, Jan De Nul Group, and Luminus have partnered up to bid for a commercial scale offshore wind tender for the first phase of the Princess Elisabeth Zone in Belgium. The Princess Elisabeth Zone is an area identified by the federal government to increase Belgium’s local renewable electricity production by up to 3.5 GW. … Continue reading EDF Renewables, Jan De Nul and Luminus partner for an offshore wind farm in Belgium
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“Coexistence is essential” as DNV report shows demand for ocean space will grow 5-fold by 2050
The collaboration between ocean industries will need to intensify for the rapid buildout of offshore wind energy and aquaculture to coexist sustainably with other industries and the ecosystem. Høvik, Norway, March 09 2023 – The collaboration between ocean industries will need to intensify for the rapid buildout of offshore wind and aquaculture to coexist sustainably with … Continue reading “Coexistence is essential” as DNV report shows demand for ocean space will grow 5-fold by 2050
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