Ecosse Subsea bags £2.5m Wave Energy Scotland funding
Ecosse Subsea Systems (ESS) has announced a £2.5million funding award from Wave Energy Scotland (WES).
Ecosse Subsea Systems (ESS) has announced a £2.5million funding award from Wave Energy Scotland (WES).
Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) announced today that it has made an equity investment in Alta Motors, a leader and innovator in lightweight electric vehicles, and that the two companies will collaborate on electric motorcycle technology and new product development.
GE Renewable Energy today unveiled its plan to develop the largest, most powerful offshore wind turbine.
Scottish workers unions have been asked to adopt a 'unified sense of hope' over the current situation of Burntisland Fabrication (BiFab) as the Scottish Government heads into negotiations to save the troubled firm.
Tech firm ABB has agreed terms to supply Jamaica with a microgrid and storage system to help integrate solar and wind energy into the island’s power supply.
In our Solar Wars articles published on 9, 10 and 26 January 2018, we considered the 2016 and 2017 arbitral awards in respect of investors' claims under the Energy Charter Treaty (ECT) arising out of the curtailment of renewable incentive schemes across Europe; as well as the European Commission's (EC) comments on those claims. Like some sort of sci-fi epic producing numerous sequels, another chapter in this story was written last week with reports emerging of an award against Spain in the case of Novenergia v Spain (SCC Case No. V2015/063); and reports that Spain is seeking to remove an arbitrator sitting on some of the remaining claims which it faces.
James Fisher Marine Services (JFMS) has announced a deal with helicopter service provider NHV to enhance its offshore wind construction contracts.
Scottish Renewables and Friends of the Earth Scotland claim that today's announcement of a new publicly-owned investment bank opens the door for effective investment in low carbon energy solutions.
Research conducted by Westwood Global Energy Group has found that the offshore wind sector will account for over a quarter of global Capex by 2022.
The Outer Hebrides are “on the brink of major renewables energy developments,” Western Isles Council has said.
An advert for one of Britain’s largest renewable energy suppliers has been banned for claiming the electricity it supplies emits no carbon dioxide.
Marine oil and gas firm James Fisher and Sons has reported a significant rise in profits within its preliminary 2017 results, with renewables playing an important role.
Plans to build a hydroelectric scheme on the Queen’s Balmoral estate are to come under scrutiny from park chiefs amid concerns they may not fit the aims of a national park.
Energy service giant Wood will provide technical assistance as part of a project to construct a new nuclear power station in the UK.
A group of companies have come up with a new set of guidelines which could take the sting out of cable costs for offshore renewable energy projects.
An innovation explosion is due to take place in the renewables sector in the near future with robots servicing offshore turbines and parachute-kites capable of generating wind power, claim ORE Catapult.
As part of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) vehicle-to-grid project (V2G), the National Grid and battery and solar firm Moixa will take part of in a study to see how electric vehicle use can benefit drivers.
Scottish solar manufacturer and installation firm AES Solar has announced a collaboration with Phase Energy Limited, an electric vehicle (EV) and battery storage system company.
It’ll take more than just driving an electric vehicle to save the environment. You’ll have to charge it at the right time, too.
A community group has warned efforts to transform a north-east coastline into a scenic walking route for disabled people are “at risk” because of a multibillion-pound green energy scheme.
The UK Government’s decision to end wind farm subsidies, including closure of the Renewables Obligation to nearly all new generating capacity, has raised concerns across the nation’s renewable energy sector. New renewable generating stations will now be expected to seek support under the Contract for Difference (CFD) mechanism but this is only open to emerging technologies such as offshore wind. The more established means of renewable power generation including onshore wind, solar and biomass are currently excluded from CFD support.
The Green Burn wind project in Perthshire has been given fresh hope after a successful appeal against Perth and Kinross Council.
The Scottish Government is looking to recruit three people to protect the environment and wildlife from renewable energy schemes.
A turbine has been earmarked for planning approval near a popular castle despite concerns about its impact.
Whirlwind Renewables has confirmed work will start on a windfarm in Caithness, following funding support from Clydesdale Bank’s specialist green-energy team.