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New figures show that onshore wind has now passed the 1GW milestone in Northern Ireland

Posted on 27, June 2017 by

LONDON, 27-Jun-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — New figures show that onshore wind is powering ahead in Northern Ireland, generating nearly a quarter of its electricity needs. The latest generation figures released by NI Electricity Networks, show that onshore wind has now … Read the full press release →

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ŠKODA students designed and built electric buggy called ŠKODA ELEMENT

Posted on 20, June 2017 by

22 ŠKODA students from nine different professional fields have designed and built the fourth apprentice car since 2014. The electric buggy’s name is ŠKODA ELEMENT. MLADA BOLESLAV, 20-Jun-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Every year, students from ŠKODA design and build a … Read the full press release →

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Alpiq and DSM started providing secondary balancing power to Swissgrid using virtual power plant

Posted on 20, June 2017 by

LAUSANNE, 20-Jun-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — After successfully passing the pre-qualification process, Alpiq and DSM Nutritional Products recently started providing secondary balancing power to the national grid operator Swissgrid using a virtual power plant. The system at the Lalden chemical plant is … Read the full press release →

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Guinea Gold Mine To Get A Power Plant Extension from Wärtsilä

Posted on 19, June 2017 by

HELSINKI, 19-Jun-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — The technology group Wärtsilä today announced it would supply a power plant extension to AngloGold Ashanti’s gold mine in Siguiri, Guinea. This turnkey project consists of three 20-cylinder Wärtsilä 32TS engines running on heavy fuel oil. … Read the full press release →

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Wind Power Becomes Leading Source of Renewable Energy

Posted on 19, June 2017 by

BRUSSELS, 19-Jun-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Today (15 June 2017) we celebrate Global Wind Day. With over 500GW installed worldwide, wind power has become the leading source of new power generation in Europe and in many countries around the world. In 2016 … Read the full press release →

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National Grid raised money to enable Round Oak School’s Music of Life programme to continue

Posted on 16, June 2017 by

WARWICK, 16-Jun-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Over £4000 has been raised from a variety show performance organised by National Grid’s choir to enable Round Oak School’s Music of Life programme to continue. The show included acts from National Grid’s choir, Gridtones, who … Read the full press release →

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National Grid: School children to learn about engineering, wildlife and safety as part of the Western Link project

Posted on 16, June 2017 by

Ysgol Golftyn school children take to the water to learn about the River Dee Quay Watermen’s Association teach valuable lessons in engineering, wildlife and safety Western Link project funds the day and provides life jackets for the river trip WARWICK, 16-Jun-2017 … Read the full press release →

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Roland Berger study: energy storage set to become a critical element of the energy system

Posted on 15, June 2017 by

Roland Berger study demonstrates the need for energy storage systems to ensure reliable power supplies from renewable energy sources Dramatic increase in storage capacity anticipated: Total storage costs will fall substantially by 2030 Companies should try out new business models … Read the full press release →

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Ramboll to investigate the feasibility of replacing diesel by biogas on the railroads in Norway

Posted on 9, June 2017 by

Many Norwegian trains run on diesel, but biogas may be a green and cost-efficient alternative. Ramboll has been commissioned with a feasibility study. COPENHAGEN, 09-Jun-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Ramboll is carrying out a study for Norsk Gassforum – a collaboration between … Read the full press release →

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Eni and GSE partner to analyze the environmental and socio-economic impacts of “Progetto Italia”

Posted on 8, June 2017 by

Eni’s CEO, Claudio Descalzi, and GSE’s President, Francesco Sperandini have signed the Memorandum of Understanding signed to analyze the environmental and socio-economic impacts of “Progetto Italia”, through which Eni is regenerating unused brownfield sites in the Country. ROME, 08-Jun-2017 — … Read the full press release →

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Vaisala and DryKeep partner to enhance the moisture monitoring capabilities of transformer dry-out system

Posted on 8, June 2017 by

Industrial measurement expert delivers its HUMICAP® MMT162 sensor to boost dry-out system’s ability to monitor transformer moisture levels VANTAA, 08-Jun-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Vaisala, a global leader in environmental and industrial measurement, has announced it is working alongside DryKeep to enhance … Read the full press release →

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Pöyry completed its Owner’s Engineer services assignment for B. Grimm Power (WHA)1 in Thailand

Posted on 2, June 2017 by

Pöyry has recently completed its Owner’s Engineer services assignment for B. Grimm Power (WHA)1, a co-generation power plant project of B. Grimm Power, Thailand’s fastest growing independent power producer. HELSINKI, 02-Jun-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — B. Grimm Power (WHA)1 power station … Read the full press release →

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Neoen, Schneider Electric sign 750 MW Conext SmartGenTM multi-year framework agreement on three continents

Posted on 29, May 2017 by

Rueil-Malmaison (France), 29-May-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Neoen, the premier French independent power producer and Schneider Electric, the global specialist in energy management and automation, have signed a 750 MW Conext SmartGenTM multi-year framework agreement on three continents. The scope includes: conversion … Read the full press release →

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SENER honoured for Kathu Solar Park Complex, Bokpoort CSP Power Plant at African Utility Week Power Awards

Posted on 22, May 2017 by

Getxo, Spain, 22-May-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Leading engineering and construction company SENER, as part of the consortium for the turnkey construction of the 100MW Kathu Solar Park Complex, has been judged as having delivered “The Deal of the Year” at the … Read the full press release →

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His Majesty King Abdullah II opens the SESAME light source, the first regional laboratory for the Middle East

Posted on 18, May 2017 by

Allan, Jordan, 18-May-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — The SESAME light source was today officially opened by His Majesty King Abdullah II. An intergovernmental organization, SESAME is the first regional laboratory for the Middle East and neighbouring regions The laboratory’s official opening ushers … Read the full press release →

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Siemens signs with Pampa Energia S.A. for the maintenance two power plants in Argentina

Posted on 16, May 2017 by

Service, maintenance and performance upgrades for Genelba and Genelba 21 power plants Includes Power Diagnostics® and Remote Monitoring from Siemens Digital Services for Energy portfolio Orlando, Florida, U.S.A., 16-May-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Building on the continued success of its energy … Read the full press release →

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ABB opens new traction transformer production facility in Longmeadow, Johannesburg

Posted on 4, May 2017 by

ABB’s new factory in Johannesburg reinforces company’s Africa focus and supports growing need for sustainable transportation ZURICH, 04-May-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — ABB today (03 May 2017) inaugurated a new traction transformer production facility adjacent to its South African headquarters in Longmeadow, … Read the full press release →

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National Grid Invites Bedworth Residents To Know More About £15m Power Line Project

Posted on 1, May 2017 by

National Grid holds event to share detail of £15m overhead line refurbishment project Total of 60 pylons will get new wires and a fresh coat of paint during the nine-month long project National Grid webpage available for people to find … Read the full press release →

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thyssenkrupp obtains Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for its endura Machine Room-Less (MRL) elevator

Posted on 28, April 2017 by

thyssenkrupp’s endura Machine Room Less elevator EPD is the first ever for an elevator with The International EPD System. The company plans other EPDs for its product portfolio. An EPD provides information about a product’s environmental impacts The small lifetime … Read the full press release →

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WindEurope calls on EU Member States to adopt European Commission’s new environmental standards proposal for coal and lignite plants

Posted on 28, April 2017 by

BRUSSELS, 28-Apr-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — On 28 April the European Commission will seek the support of EU Member States for new environmental standards for large industrial plants including coal and lignite plants. EU Member States will meet in the Industrial Emissions … Read the full press release →

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National Grid Raises Money for Charity With Wacky Hat Day

Posted on 25, April 2017 by

Wacky hat day raises money for brain tumour charity Fun loving team brimming with ideas Day capped off with tea served by team leaders WARWICK, 25-Apr-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — It’s hats off to a team of fun loving employees from … Read the full press release →

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DNV GL Receives Award in Customer Service From APS

Posted on 21, April 2017 by

PHOENIX, AZ, U.S.A., 21-Apr-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — DNV GL has been awarded Arizona Public Service Company (APS) 2017 Supplier of the Year Award for Customer Service in recognition of its work helping APS deliver the Solutions for Business energy efficiency program. … Read the full press release →

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FaHyence Project Gets Commission for First Hydrogen Refueling Station in France

Posted on 14, April 2017 by

La Motte-Fanjas (France), 14-Apr-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — On 11 April 2017, the hydrogen refueling station of the FaHyence project was officially commissioned in the presence of Mr. Roland Roth, President of the Communauté d’agglomération Sarreguemines Confluences (CASC) and Didier Vaucois, the … Read the full press release →

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Romande Energie Holdings Announce the Succession of Elina Leimgruber from Laurent Ballif on the Board of Directors

Posted on 14, April 2017 by

LAUSSANE, 14-Apr-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Elina Leimgruber, who is mayor of Vevey, has been designated to represent the municipalities of Vaud canton on the Board of Directors of Romande Energie Holding. She will succeed Laurent Ballif, whose term of office expires … Read the full press release →

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Siemens receives order from Stadtwerke Schwäbisch Hall for turnkey battery storage system

Posted on 13, April 2017 by

ERLANGEN, 13-Apr-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Siemens has received an order from Stadtwerke Schwäbisch Hall GmbH, a public utility company, to deliver a turnkey battery storage system. The Siestorage system will have an output of 1 megawatt at a capacity of … Read the full press release →

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KfW funds construction of the largest solar power complex in the world

Posted on 7, April 2017 by

Breaking ground for the fourth solar power plant in Ouarzazate NOORo I – IV becomes the largest solar power complex in the world Electricity for 1.3 million people Frankfurt am Main, 07-Apr-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — In the presence of the Moroccan … Read the full press release →

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La Compagnie du Vent to become a wholly-owned subsidiary of ENGIE

Posted on 5, April 2017 by

La Défense, France, 05-Apr-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — ENGIE and SOPER, respectively 59% and 41% shareholders of La Compagnie du Vent, announce the signing of a share sales agreement by which, once the usual conditions precedent are met, La Compagnie du Vent … Read the full press release →

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Ekokem’s brand will be changed to Fortum

Posted on 3, April 2017 by

ESPOO, 03-Apr-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Fortum and Ekokem teamed up in 2016 to form a major Nordic circular economy company. Following the successful integration of Ekokem’s operations, Ekokem will now also become Fortum. Ekokem’s brand will be changed to Fortum from … Read the full press release →

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Fortum and the City of Espoo continue partnership in developing carbon-neutral district heating

Posted on 3, April 2017 by

ESPOO, 03-Apr-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Mayor of Espoo Jukka Mäkelä and Fortum President and CEO Pekka Lundmark signed an agreement on 28 March 2017 to continue the implementation of shared energy targets and the development of city solutions in Espoo. “EU studies … Read the full press release →

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Hermes and Mercedes-Benz Vans partner to electrify the courier service’s vehicle fleet

Posted on 28, March 2017 by

Strategic partnership to electrify the Hermes vehicle fleet 1500 electric vans for urban deliveries from Mercedes-Benz Vans Pilot project to start in early 2018 in Hamburg and Stuttgart Focus on economy, practicality and sustainability Significant reductions in exhaust and noise emissions … Read the full press release →

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Iberdrola strengthens its role as Mexico’s foremost private power company

Posted on 27, March 2017 by

The planned investment for this power plant is around US$400 million Iberdrola awarded construction and operation of 766-MW combined-cycle power station in the state of Sinaloa, Mexico The new Topolobampo III power plant, to be located close to the town … Read the full press release →

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KTH Royal Institute of Technology developed bacteria-trapping material from wood as water purification filter

Posted on 24, March 2017 by

STOCKHOLM, 24-Mar-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — What can the forests of Scandinavia possibly offer to migrants in faraway refugee camps? Clean water may be one thing. A bacteria-trapping material developed from wood by researchers at KTH Royal Institute of Technology is now … Read the full press release →

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DNV GL Awards Voltamp Oman With Two KEMA Type Test Certificates for the Manufacture of GCC’s Largest Transformer

Posted on 22, March 2017 by

ARNHEM, the Netherlands, 22-Mar-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — DNV GL, the world’s largest resource of independent energy experts and certification body, has awarded Voltamp Oman with two KEMA type test certificates for a 125 MVA large power transformer (LPT), the largest transformer … Read the full press release →

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Preem Collaborates with Vattenfall on Large-scale Biofuel Project

Posted on 20, March 2017 by

STOCKHOLM, 20-Mar-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Preem and Vattenfall have concluded an agreement to investigate the potential of using climate-smart hydrogen gas in the large scale production of biofuel for the Swedish market. Preem’s objective is to produce three million cubic … Read the full press release →

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Vattenfall and BMW Group Sign Contract to Supply Batteries for Storage Project

Posted on 20, March 2017 by

BMW i3-batteries for storage projects in Vattenfall wind farms STOCKHOLM, 20-Mar-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Vattenfall and the BMW Group have signed a contract for the delivery of up to 1,000 lithium-ion batteries this year. The batteries with a capacity of 33 … Read the full press release →

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Waste-to-Energy Power Plant In Kaunas Starts Investment

Posted on 20, March 2017 by

ESPOO, 20-Mar-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — The joint venture Kauno Kogeneracinė Jėgainė (KKJ), owned by Fortum and Lietuvos Energija, will build a waste-to-energy combined heat and power plant (CHP) in Kaunas, Lithuania. On 16th March KKJ signed contracts for the main equipment … Read the full press release →

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ENGIE announces the acquisition of EV-Box, world’s leading electric vehicle charging services providers

Posted on 17, March 2017 by

ENGIE announces the acquisition of EV-Box. The Netherlands-based company is one of the world’s leading electric vehicle charging services providers with over 40,000 charging stations in service. La Défense, France, 17-Mar-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Electric mobility: a global fast-growing clean energy … Read the full press release →

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EBRD gives an overview of its climate resilience investment activities

Posted on 15, March 2017 by

LONDON, 15-Mar-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — The world is changing – 2016 was the hottest year on record, setting a new high for the third year in a row. In the same year, carbon dioxide levels officially passed the symbolic 400 ppm … Read the full press release →

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Eni sells 25 percent interest in the natural gas-rich Area 4 block, offshore Mozambique to ExxonMobil

Posted on 10, March 2017 by

San Donato Milanese (MI), 10-Mar-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — ExxonMobil and Eni have signed today a sale and purchase agreement to enable ExxonMobil to acquire from Eni a 25 percent indirect interest in the natural gas-rich Area 4 block, offshore Mozambique. … Read the full press release →

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Poyry Bags CEL II Engineer’s Services Assignment in Cambodia

Posted on 10, March 2017 by

HELSINKI, 10-Mar-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Cambodian Energy II Co. Ltd. has awarded Pöyry with an owner’s engineer services assignment for CEL II, a 150 MW coal-fired power plant project in Sihanoukville, Cambodia. Cambodian Energy II Co. Ltd is a project company … Read the full press release →

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