Nova wins €20m funding for world’s largest tidal site in Orkney
Nova Innovation has secured EU funding for a 4MW tidal energy farm off Orkney that will be home to the largest number of tidal turbines anywhere in the world.
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New ‘state-of-the-art’ tidal turbine blade manufactured by FastBlade in Scotland
A new 'state-of-the-art' tidal turbine blade has been manufactured in Scotland for the first time, and engineers say it could reduce the levelised cost of tidal energy (LOCE).
Global Underwater Hub report finds supply chain capability high, lack of project visibility threatening confidence
A report by the Global Underwater Hub (GUH) released today has emphasised the strength of the UK supply chain but warns a continuing lack of project surety is impeding necessary investment.
VIDEO: Mocean wave device rides 7-metre storm surf ‘like a champ’
Developers of a prototype wave energy device off Orkney say it has weathered Storm Babet and continued to deliver power despite the harsh conditions.
Scottish Renewables says action needed to maintain UK position as ‘world leader’
Scottish Renewables is calling on the UK government to take urgent action to maintain the country's position as a 'world leader' in renewables.
Award nominees announced for 2023 Scottish Green Energy Awards
Scottish Renewables has announced the shortlisted nominees for the 2023 Scottish Green Energy Awards, set to be held on November 30 in Edinburgh.
Women In New Energy conference brings pioneering leaders to Aberdeen
Local leaders and international influencers gather in Aberdeen for Energy Voice's inaugural Women In New Energy conference celebrating the critical role women have in shaping the future of the energy sector.
Banchory turbine firm secures £100k Scottish Enterprise grant
Rivtide Power has been awarded a £100,000 SMART: SCOTLAND feasibility study grant by Scottish Enterprise to further develop its hydro-turbine technology.
Talent and timing: Can Aberdeen’s oil and gas skills make the energy transition?
A huge energy transition opportunity awaits, meantime Aberdeen needs to retain its oil and gas skills base.
Mocean wins European funding for Orkney wave machine
“Innovation funding is crucial for early-stage technologies, and I am grateful to EuropeWave for this support which will help leverage the additional private investment this project will require,” he continued.
Wave-powered oil fields? Mocean and Aker Solutions target UK pilot project
Aker Solutions and Mocean have signed an agreement which could see UK oil and gas fields powered by wave energy within two years.
UK fund proposed to respond to US Inflation Reduction Act
The UK will fall further behind the US on green technologies without a national investment fund to help turn start-ups into the companies of tomorrow, a leading think-tank has warned.
Scotland ‘well-placed’ to lead on tidal, but ‘explicit’ targets needed, report finds
We've taken a closer look at some of the projects that are putting Scotland's tidal energy sector on the map.
Crown Estate Scotland to survey state of tidal and wave projects
Crown Estate Scotland will seek input from tidal and wave developers this month as it considers how to structure future leasing opportunities.
Thai energy giant invests in Orkney wave power subsea project
Thailand’s state energy company has invested in a Scottish project aiming to prove the viability of powering subsea assets with wave energy.
Orkney Council to spend £150k to decommission wave device bought for £1
A wave energy convertor bought by Orkney Council for just £1, will be decommissioned costing the council £150,000.
New report highlights cost of UK going it alone on wave and tidal power
Billions of pounds can be saved by Westminster collaborating with European partners, it says.
Simec Atlantis to suspend shares amid reporting delays
Simec Atlantis Energy (SAE) says it will not meet an end of June deadline for publishing its 2022 annual report and has requested a suspension of share trading until it can do so.
Aberdeen renewables expert joins Scottish tidal energy firm
Gordon McIntosh is the new chairman of Edinburgh-headquartered QED Naval, replacing former occupant Peter Syme who has retired.
‘Is there a bigger growth opportunity for the UK?’: NSTA on £200bn North Sea investment target
Stuart Payne, CEO of the NSTA, talks North Sea investment, whether electrification will hit the emissions mark, and inspiration from Teddy Roosevelt.
How can Aberdeen ensure its getting the best skills for the energy transition?
Aberdeen’s ongoing transition of decarbonising the oil and gas industry and investing in the development of sustainable green energies has the potential to inject new life into the city, restoring its position on the world stage as an economic powerhouse.
Homemade hydrogen and oxygen may mean greener space flights from Shetland
Energy developer Nova Innovation is leading a consortium to look at the potential of producing green hydrogen and oxygen from its tidal projects in Shetland.
Scottish wave developer puts plans in Mocean
The past 12 months have seen wave technology firm Mocean Energy go from strength to strength, as a major demonstrator project off Orkney paves the way for commercial deployments.
Orkney marine facility worth £370m to UK economy
New analysis commissioned to mark 20 years since the opening of the EMEC facility on Orkney shows it has supported millions of pounds in investment and hundreds of jobs across the UK.
Mocean chooses TEXO for wave energy fabrication work
TEXO Engineering and Fabrication has been chosen as preferred fabrication contractor for Mocean Energy’s range of wave energy generators.