Rooftop wind power might take off using a key principle of flight
GreenBiz
APRIL 23, 2020
A new device could open more areas to wind production by using stationary airfoils instead of twirling turbines.
Wind-powered lamp post helps reduce light pollution
Inhabitat - Innovation
SEPTEMBER 3, 2021
Tobias Trübenbacher, a design student from Berlin, has created a wind-powered lamp post that uses an integrated wind rotor to generate energy and a motion detection system to create an insect-friendly light spectrum.
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Government auctions Pacific Coast offshore wind power sites
Inhabitat - Innovation
DECEMBER 9, 2022
government has auctioned Pacific coast offshore wind power sites. For the first time, the U.S.
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Wind-powered cargo vessel promises sustainable ocean shipping
Inhabitat - Innovation
OCTOBER 28, 2020
Oceanbird is a massive sailing cargo ship designed to reinvent sustainable ocean shipping and reduce transatlantic travel emissions by 90%.
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Shine Turbine is a wind-powered portable device charger
Inhabitat - Innovation
JUNE 18, 2021
This portable wind-turbine weighs less than three pounds and fits in your backpack.
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Nel and Samsung Unite for Nuclear-Powered Pink Hydrogen Project
Hydrogen Fuel News
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Pink Hydrogen News Nel Secures 5M Deal for Koreas First Nuclear-Powered Project Nel , a leader in hydrogen technology, has secured a 5 million deal with Samsung C&T Corporation and its Engineering Construction Group. Further cementing its industry position, Nel also received a EUR 135 million grant from the EU Innovation Fund.
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Wind turbine processing centre opens in Glasgow
Envirotec Magazine
JUNE 7, 2024
A circular supply chain for wind turbines in Scotland is one step closer, says sustainable materials firm EMR, thanks to a pilot processing centre the group has opened at its Glasgow South Street site. Re-Rewind is part-funded by the UK Government through Innovate UK.
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From Morocco to Sweden: How Green Hydrogen is Redefining Clean Energy and Steel
Hydrogen Fuel News
MARCH 10, 2025
The governments goal is to integrate renewable energy sources with these developments, harnessing solar and wind power for the electrolysis process used to produce green hydrogen. For individuals and organizations interested in supporting this shift, the answer lies in advocacy and innovation.
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Expansion, Mergers, and Grants to Propel Innovation and Installation of Wind Turbines Worldwide
altenergymag
JULY 28, 2021
The technological development to produce more efficient and reliable wind turbines is making wind power more cost-effective. Further, government initiative to discover alternative sources of energy and depleting natural resources of energy drives the global wind turbine market.
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Biden administration plans for offshore wind near California
Inhabitat - Innovation
MAY 27, 2021
The Biden administration has struck a deal with the Department of Defense to open the California coast to wind power exploration.
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How many trees are needed to offset a city's carbon emissions?
Inhabitat - Innovation
AUGUST 26, 2021
While the push for electric vehicles and renewable energy through solar panels, wind power and hydroelectricity takes the spotlight, another part of the solution equation is growing all around us in the form of trees.
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Wind Power Giant Vestas Launches Venture Capital Fund
GreenTechMedia
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
Bo Svoldgaard, senior VP and head of innovation and concepts at Vestas, said the positive experience of working with Northvolt was the trigger to increase the company’s activity with startups in other sectors.
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Inhabitat - Innovation
JANUARY 21, 2021
Reindeer herders of the Sámi Indigenous community have moved to a court of appeals in Norway to challenge a proposed wind power project.
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Could wind power the green recovery?
Business Green
AUGUST 5, 2020
But few sectors can lay as strong a claim for playing a central and strategic role in any recovery, as the renewables industry in general and the wind power sector in particular. Furthermore, 1GW of offshore wind power avoids 3.5
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7.39-MW wind power plant in Japan begins operation
Renewable Energy World
MARCH 5, 2021
Shinsei Bank recognized the Ichigo Yonezawa project for its contributions to achieving two Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): SDG 7 – Affordable and Clean Energy and SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure. MW wind power plant in Japan begins operation appeared first on Renewable Energy World.
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Shetland wind power set to reach UK mainland via new HVDC link
Business Green
AUGUST 3, 2020
A major renewable energy infrastructure project is to bring wind power from Shetland to the UK mainland via Europe's first multi-terminal high-voltage direct-current (HVDC) interconnection, the firms behind the development announced yesterday. Major milestone reached for pioneering green grid project.
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Breeze bonanza: AI helps sculpt first geographically-tailored urban wind turbine
Envirotec Magazine
NOVEMBER 28, 2024
Paul Jarvis from Kwik Fab is confident that there is sufficient talent and space in Birmingham to deliver quick turnaround from design to prototyping for wind turbines that are geographically tailored to specific local conditions around the rest of the world.
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Gazelle Wind Power Selected as 2021 S&P Global Platts Energy Awards Finalist
altenergymag
OCTOBER 12, 2021
Gazelle Wind Power, the developer of a unique floating wind platform, has been named a finalist in the 23rd annual S&P Global Platts Global Energy Awards in two categories: Emerging Technology of the Year and the Rising Star Company Award.
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£147 million deal will double Scottish energy storage capacity
Envirotec Magazine
JANUARY 25, 2024
. “The portfolio of assets will enable the country to become a world leader in renewables, ensuring its abundant wind generation does not go to waste,” said the group. “The Kilmarnock South project by Zenobē represents a major step forward in battery storage innovation and will deliver significant benefits to households.
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New innovation lab launched to drive innovation in US renewable energy
Renewable Energy World
JUNE 17, 2021
This week Newlab and Ørsted announced the launch of the Blue Energy Studio , a collaborative initiative designed to drive innovation towards a future powered by renewable energy. Innovation & Venture at Ørsted. “At
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Meet the Companies Leading the Geothermal Hydrogen Industry
Hydrogen Fuel News
JANUARY 2, 2025
Among the various methods for hydrogen production, geothermal energy is gaining attention due to its potential to provide a consistent and renewable power source. Evolution of Geothermal Energy Technology Geothermal energy has long been a reliable source of renewable power for electricity generation.
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'Nothing short of staggering': Global offshore wind power pipeline 'doubles in a year'
Business Green
JUNE 21, 2022
Australia, Italy, the USA and Finland also have significant floating wind pipelines, the data shows. The UK also has the biggest operational floating wind power capacity at 80MW, with two floating wind farms generating in Scottish waters.
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Comment: The Energy sector will continue to thrive through HPC, even as Moore’s Law comes to an end
Envirotec Magazine
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
With the impact of climate change adding urgency to reducing energy use and energy waste, the energy industry is accelerating innovation to drive impact and outcomes at scale. Furthermore, the rapid evolution of semiconductor technology has spurred innovation in cloud services.
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Over 60GW of wind energy capacity installed in 2019, the second-biggest year in history
Envirotec Magazine
MARCH 30, 2020
The Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) has published the 15th edition of The Global Wind Report , described as the wind industry’s flagship publication which provides a comprehensive, global view of the sector through the latest market data, country profiles, trends and analysis.
Clean energy and markets are the solution (not scapegoat) for California’s blackouts
GreenBiz
SEPTEMBER 4, 2020
Outages of dispatchable fossil generation paired with reduced output from renewables, such as the 1,000 MW reduction in available wind power Aug. The state is a leader in solar power, meeting much of the demand during the sunny hours of the day. 15, resulted in an electric grid unable to meet customer demand.
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Three Ways Technology is Changing The Future of Renewable Energy
U.S. Green Technology
SEPTEMBER 27, 2023
Wind Power Innovation Technological advancements are transforming. As the world grapples with the consequences of climate change, the need for clean energy sources has never been more pressing. Fortunately, technology advancements like CEKO sensors are reshaping the future of renewable energy. Green Technology.
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£4.6m goes to hydrogen for maritime project
Envirotec Magazine
FEBRUARY 16, 2023
innovation project, led by renewable electrification specialist AceOn, to develop battery and hydrogen technology to power the marine vessels used for servicing offshore wind turbines, has been given the green light for Government funding. The Princess Royal Vessel.
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Net Zero Innovate Podcast: 1. Ripple Energy and the power of business model innovation
Business Green
APRIL 18, 2022
LISTEN: Ripple Energy founder Sarah Merrick talks to James Murray about her innovative approach to onshore wind, and our roundup of all latest exciting developments in green innovation. You can listen to the Net Zero Innovate Podcast on SoundCloud and Spotify , or by pressing play below.
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Germany energy giant begins testing kite power in Ireland
Renew Economy
SEPTEMBER 26, 2023
German renewable energy giant RWE has begun testing an innovative wind power technology which uses massive kites to generate power. The post Germany energy giant begins testing kite power in Ireland appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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How a Blue New Deal charts a course for a sustainable sea change
GreenBiz
JULY 20, 2020
Correcting these market failures in order to spur rapid innovation in the blue economy is one of OCAP’s top priorities. Ensuring that markets function efficiently is a deeply conservative objective. enable coastal communities to more effectively and equitably adapt to climate impacts.
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World’s largest battery storage facility will power The Red Sea Project with clean energy 24/7
Envirotec Magazine
NOVEMBER 19, 2020
Battery storage is needed to support site-wide energy resilience, providing the power required at night when solar generation is not possible. The blend of solar and wind power generation will also guarantee a reliable supply of energy to the destination.
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Off-Grid Energy Gets a Makeover with Fraunhofer IWU’s Hydrogen Microgrids Leading the Way
Hydrogen Fuel News
MARCH 24, 2025
Solar panels and wind turbines generate power when the sun shines and the breeze blows, but energy doesn’t always sync with demand. Thanks to Fraunhofer IWU, a leader in sustainable technology innovation, the spotlight is on hydrogen as the key to transforming how we store and use green energy.
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Group signals new era for wind energy as urgency builds towards COP26 in Glasgow
Envirotec Magazine
JUNE 15, 2021
Countries around the world need to urgently scale up deployment of wind power in order to address the climate emergency, insists the Global Wind Coalition for COP26, which officially launches today (15 June) on Global Wind Day. We need them to get serious about wind”, commented Rebecca Williams, Director of COP26 at GWEC.
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DNV verifies Gazelle Wind Power’s hybrid floating platform
Renewable Energy World
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
Global assurance and risk management provider DNV has verified the hybrid floating wind platform developed by Gazelle Wind Power with a statement of feasibility. Gazelle Wind Power's platform combines the features of tension-leg and semi-submersible platforms to enable deepwater wind farms up to 400 meters.
Energy Storage Ship Could Make Offshore Energy More Efficient
Energy Central
FEBRUARY 28, 2022
It’s no secret that it will take time, resources, collaboration and innovations to support the global transition to renewable energy. Finding viable methods of harnessing.
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Latest Research Shows How Zinc-Air Batteries Enhance Hydrogen Safety and Efficiency
Hydrogen Fuel News
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Additionally, while renewable energy sources like solar and wind power promise a cleaner path, they suffer from inefficiencies due to inconsistent power generation caused by fluctuating weather and temperature conditions. The cornerstone of this innovation is the development of a non-precious metal catalyst known as G-SHELL.
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Solar And Wind Costs Continue To Fall As Power Becomes Cleaner
Forbes Green Tech
APRIL 30, 2020
Solar and wind power costs are still falling, making more and more fossil fuel generators around the world uncompetitive.
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'Trailblazing': Glasgow green hydrogen wind power project secures £9.4m of government backing
Business Green
NOVEMBER 22, 2021
The funding, provided through the government's Net Zero Innovation Portfolio, will see the British Standards Institution (BSI) develop technical standards for hydrogen products, it said. Jim Mercer, business president at BOC UK and Ireland, hailed the Glasgow green hydrogen project as "both innovative and exciting". "It
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GEV Wind Power - GEV Wind Power wins two major safety accolades
Global Renewable News
MARCH 17, 2024
GEV Wind Power's track record in safety has been recognised with two industry awards. The global-leading wind turbine blade repair and maintenance experts won the Innovation in Safety and the.
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GE Renewable Energy and LafargeHolcim agree to develop circular wind industry
Renewable Energy World
JUNE 14, 2021
“This is a truly exciting next step in our journey to introduce new circular lifecycle improvements for the wind industry,” said Jérôme Pécresse, chief executive officer of GE Renewable Energy. “We With sustainability at the core of our strategy, accelerating renewable energy and the circular economy are top priorities for our business.
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Toyota and BMW Double Down on Hydrogen Fuel Cell Engine Technology
Hydrogen Fuel News
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
On the commercial side, the system delivers high power and durability comparable to diesel engines, ideal for trucks and buses tackling heavy-duty workloads. Toyota’s 3rd Generation Fuel Cell System represents a significant push toward a hydrogen-powered future, combining innovation with real-world practicality.
GE awarded DoE grant to research 3D printing of wind turbine blades
Renewable Energy World
FEBRUARY 8, 2021
GE Research, GE Renewable Energy, and LM Wind Power, a GE Renewable Energy business were recently selected by the US Department of Energy (DoE) to research the design and manufacture of 3D printed wind turbine blades.
Data center using innovative technology to track renewable energy hour by hour
Renewable Energy World
APRIL 14, 2021
The innovative structure will source 100% renewable energy aimed at matching the hourly usage of all Iron Mountain facilities in Pennsylvania and New Jersey (over 60 buildings), including two data centers.
THE WORLD’S WIND TURBINES ARE REGISTERING MORE THAN 400 BILLION INDIVIDUAL DATA POINTS EVERY YEAR
altenergymag
APRIL 30, 2020
- Research from Greenbyte AB puts a figure on ‘big data’ in the wind power industry - Digital innovation must continue to ensure growing volume of data does not become an obstacle to decision-making
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