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The energy sector must overcome a lack of trust in artificial intelligence (AI) before the technology can be effectively used to accelerate the energy transition, a DNV report has found.  Based on interviews with senior representatives from energy companies across the United Kingdom, DNV’s research determined that while AI is already being used across the sector, companies are largely cautious of its new and unestablished uses. Interviews with senior reps from UK energy companies I...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, President and CEO: Kei Uruma, “Mitsubishi Electric”) and EVERCOMM SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. (Headquarters: Singapore, CEO: Chen Chiu-Hao, “Evercomm”) jointly announced that they have entered into a cooperative agreement to develop and market solutions that support carbon neutrality in the manufacturing sector. As part of the agreement, Mitsubishi Electric will take an equity stake in Evercomm to solidify the tie...

An energy sector expert has highlighted the importance of decentralized energy solutions for countering power scarcity, following reports the grid is at full capacity in one of the Netherlands’ major provinces. flexible approach Journalists from De Telegraaf have revealed that Enexis is expected to disclose the network in Overijssel will be locked for new connections and expansions. According to Chris Rason, Managing Director of Aggreko Energy Services, the difficulties faced in Holland...

Volvo Cars: Brazil (Volvo Cars Latin America) announces the inauguration of the largest charging hub for electric and hybrid vehicles in Latin America. With the supply of WEMOB - WEG Electric Mobility solutions, the facility has state-of-the-art technology and the capacity to recharge 80 vehicles simultaneously in the São Paulo Corporate Towers, where the brand-new office is located. The charging stations of the WEMOB line – Parking model, present in the charging hub, are composed...

The High Sheriffs Fund was created to support community groups and charities within the county. The fund managed by the Shropshire Community Foundation was an initiative launched between the Foundation and the previous High Sheriff of Shropshire, Selina Graham. Aico as an Investor has donated over £30,000 to the High Sheriffs Fund, which will provide small grants to support projects working to engage with young people and especially to reduce the attractiveness of crime. Aico, an investo...

East Japan Railway Company (JR East) and Hitachi, Ltd. (Hitachi) will jointly develop a full-digital substation system in fiscal 2025. The system will enable dual configuration of transmission lines and of protection and control functions in the substation premises, enabling the stable transportation of railways through the stable supply of electricity. Furthermore, it will improve efficiency in construction by reducing the size of facilities. JR East and Hitachi will continue to work together...

DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, has launched a Joint Industry Project (JIP) to prompt a significant leap forward in maintenance practices in the Solar PV industry.  With the remarkable growth of Solar PV, DNV forecasts an annual addition of between 300 and 500 GW from 2030 onwards, resulting in a staggering 9.5 TW of total installed capacity by mid-century. However, running a PV plant profitably is a significant challenge, particularly when it comes to maintenanc...

Screwfix, the omnichannel retailer, is proud to announce that 85% of its logistics fleet now refuels with Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), as part of its bold sustainability initiative to eliminate carbon emissions. Led by the Screwfix Logistics Team in partnership with its logistics partner Wincanton PLC, the business launched a trial in 2022, involving 48 heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) operating from the Screwfix distribution center in Lichfield, Staffordshire. HVO specification fuel HVO redu...

Oshkosh Airport Products, a division of Pierce Manufacturing Inc., a subsidiary of Oshkosh Corporation announces Airservices Australia has issued a purchase order for four Oshkosh Airport Products Striker® Volterra™ 6x6 Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) hybrid electric vehicles. These environmentally advanced fire apparatus will be deployed at the new Western Sydney International Airport (WSI), set to open in 2026. Striker Volterra 6x6 The Striker Volterra 6x6 comes equi...

Schneider Electric, the provider in the digital transformation of energy management, automation, and sustainability, announced its plans to launch EcoStruxure Resource Advisor Copilot, a conversational AI tool designed to help business leaders interact with their enterprise energy and sustainability data at even greater speed. Resource Advisor system Using Large Language Model technology, Schneider Electric has securely built Copilot as a convenient digital companion embedded inside Resource...

Emtelle is thrilled to introduce JoAnne Even and Jim Qualkenbush as the newest members of the USA Sales Team. This development underscores their commitment to excellence and growth in North America. Their remarkable expertise and experience are poised to play a pivotal role in propelling their business to new heights. Forge strategic partnerships JoAnne Even joins Emtelle as Vice President of Business Development in North America, bringing over 20 years of sales acumen to the team. With a rec...

WEG has announced the acquisition of a new piece of land in the city of Atotonilco de Tula, state of Hidalgo, Mexico. Located in front of the largest manufacturing site of the Company in the country, the land has a total area of 640,000 m² (6,900,000 ft²) and is part of the long-term strategy to increase the productive capacity and expansion of the Company in the country. WEG invested US$ 40 million in the acquisition of the new space. WEG invests to acquire new land in Mexico This...

Axpo is expanding its activities in the area of wind power, with a focused commitment to the development, construction, and operation of wind turbines in Switzerland. There is enormous potential in wind energy, particularly as it supplies essential winter electricity in the cold, dark months of the year. At the National Wind Energy Conference, Axpo also joined the industry association Suisse Eole. Investments in renewable energies Axpo continues to drive the energy transition in Switzerland,...

Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has successfully manufactured India’s first set of Catalysts for Selective Catalyst Reactors (SCR) for limiting NOx emissions from thermal power plants. Notably, these catalysts were hitherto being imported and this is a significant milestone under the ‘Make in India’ initiative of the Government of India. The first set of indigenously manufactured SCR catalysts for the 5x800 MW Yadadri Thermal Power Station in Telangana, were flagged of...

Members of the Bosch Power Tools team from across the country came together at a Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County home site in Curiosity Creek in the Tampa, Florida area to install new windows and doors, supporting the project’s next wave of building. This volunteer event kicked off the brand’s partnership with the Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County team, reinforcing Bosch’s commitment to invest in the Tampa community. Bosch 18V cordless power tools donate...

In an era defined by technological advancements and environmental consciousness, the United Kingdom stands at the forefront of the electric vehicle (EV) revolution. As the adoption of electric vehicles accelerates, the importance of an efficient and secure charging infrastructure becomes paramount. data protection Beyond the convenience and sustainability factors, the discussion surrounding data security and privacy in smart EV charging networks emerges as a critical aspect. In this blog, El...

Solar Technology, Inc. (SolarTech), the industry provider for running portable traffic control equipment, and, HAAS Alert, the pioneer in automotive connected safety, are pleased to announce a collaboration to enhance work zone safety through connected equipment. SolarTech has offered connectivity since 2014 and now with the addition of Safety Cloud, customers can receive advanced collision prevention through digital alerts. SolarTech customers SolarTech customers can realize immediate work z...

Arrow Electronics, Inc. announced that Rick Marano will be named President of the company’s components business, subject to formal Board appointment at the Board’s next regularly scheduled meeting on September 13, 2023. Extensive industry experience Rick Marano will succeed Kirk Schell and will report to Sean J. Kerins, President and Chief Executive Officer. Previously, Mr. Marano served as President of Arrow’s Americas components business and has been with the company for ov...

Emtelle, a globally renowned company in the supply of passive network infrastructure has formed a partnership with Scottish independent broadband business - GoFibre to construct a full-fiber network in Hawick, United Kingdom (UK). This will provide the area with a full-fiber network that will allow businesses and communities to access speeds of up to 10Gbps, transforming the ability for residents to work effectively from home, and operate multiple devices simultaneously with no lag. Emtelle an...

Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq Capital Market: WAVE) (“Eco Wave Power” or the “Company”), a globally renowned, publicly traded onshore wave energy developer, announced that its station at the Port of Jaffa in Tel Aviv, EWP-EDF One, has officially connected to Israel’s national electrical grid – making it the first wave energy project to deliver electricity to the country’s power supply. Now, the EWP-EDF One project will proceed to full system c...

Scolmore continues to expand its Elucian consumer unit range to provide electricians with the broadest possible range of units and protective devices to cater to all installation requirements. New to the range is a 25A rated RCBO which joins the extensive protective devices line-up. An RCBO protects against a residual current or earth leakage when there is a break in a circuit through poor electrical wiring or an incident such as drilling through a cable. Elucian RCBOs An RCBO also protects a...

Crowley and the Port of San Diego broke ground for the shoreside charging station designed to provide clean energy for the company’s forth-coming zero-emissions tugboat, eWolf. Joined by key partners and community stakeholders, the ceremony marked a significant step forward in the industry’s journey to decarbonization and reduce emissions in the San Diego community. The charging station is a microgrid charging facility that will allow vessels to recharge quickly while reducing peak...

LifeSafety Power, the industry’s provider of innovative power management and connectivity solutions, will bring its intelligent power products to booth 2933 during GSX 2023, taking place from September 11-13, 2023, in Dallas, Texas, USA.  For end users, the product category delivers solutions that keep systems connected and provide remote management and real-time notifications.  Featured solutions Solutions at LifeSafety Power’s Booth 2933 during GSX include: Helix&tr...

Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd. (BHEL) and Greenstat Hydrogen India Pvt. Ltd. (GHIPL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for ‘Potential Collaboration Opportunities in Green Hydrogen and Derivatives in the Hydrogen Value Chain’. BHEL and GHIPL sign MoU This MoU will help in contributing towards the country’s ‘National Hydrogen Mission’ that is aimed at making India ‘AatmaNirbhar’ in this area. Mr. S Prabhakar, the General Manager (GM) &...

Intelligent power management company - Eaton has announced a contract valued at approximately US$ 6 million to provide the city of Georgetown, Texas, USA, with turnkey electrical engineering services, power distribution, control and protection equipment, in order to help establish its new South Lake Water Treatment Plant. With construction expected to be complete in 2026, the water treatment facility will process more than 44 million gallons per day to double local capacity for the growing comm...

Mitsubishi Electric, the major manufacturer and exporter of heat pumps in the United Kingdom (UK), is proud to announce its unwavering commitment to supply chain resilience. The company's dedication to providing efficient and sustainable solutions is exemplified by its successful delivery of heat pumps to customers across the nation within an on-time delivery framework. Mitsubishi Electric's Eco-friendly solutions With the continuing challenges posed by global uncertainties and climate change...

Valenciaport is studying the creation of the first large-scale vertical photovoltaic park in Spain. The Port of València is testing the use of solar panels on a strip of wall in the North Dock, in order to check the viability and efficiency of the installation on a small scale. The capacity to generate clean energy will determine the construction of a larger project that aspires to become the first large vertical photovoltaic park planned in a port on an international level. Valencian s...

Mitsubishi Electric will become a patron of the AIG Women’s Open for the next three years in a new agreement with The R&A. Its support of the championship will begin in 2023 when the AIG Women’s Open is played at Walton Heath from 9-13 August 2023. electrical and electronic products Mitsubishi Electric is one of the world's renowned names in the manufacture and sales of electrical and electronic products and systems used in Energy and Electric Systems, Industrial Automation, I...

Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. has obtained SBT 1.5℃ certification from SBTi (Science Based Targets Initiative) for the company’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets. Background Furukawa Electric Group is working to strengthen ESG management with the aim of increasing medium to long-term corporate value centered on ESG (Environment, Social, corporate Governance), in order to realize Furukawa Electric Group Vision 2030 (hereinafter ‘Vision 2030’) and achieve the Sust...

Scolmore has added a new 20A 2-way retractive switch module to its MiniGrid range. The extensive MiniGrid range of mounting plates and modules provides installers with the opportunity to create a vast number of customized switching solutions on site. With more than 175 unfurnished plates and in excess of 750 interchangeable modules available – there is the opportunity to create literally millions of combinations.  New 20A 2-way retractive switch module All the Click MiniGrid plates...