Powerlite Fitzgerald, a UK manufacturer of energy-efficient LED lighting for the commercial, industrial, educational, and healthcare sectors have been selected by a global pioneer in publishing, education, and research Wiley to update the lighting systems at its UK site. Based in Oxford, the education services giant, which has more than 200 years of experience in developing digital education, learning, assessment, and certification solutions, was looking to overhaul its current fixtures and cho...

Aggreko is proud to be partnering with PIF Saudi International to provide more solar power than ever before at the Royal Greens Golf & Country Club, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Utilizing sustainable options like solar energy and biofuel in three areas for the event, Aggreko is helping this flagship golfing event significantly save on CO2 emissions. sustainable energy solution Aggreko’s sustainable energy solution for the event includes a 60 kw solar gem, running in the village as a bac...

Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) announced Cummins Inc. will supply a 25-megawatt (MW) electrolyzer system for the groundbreaking FPL Cavendish NextGen Hydrogen Hub – Florida’s first of its kind “green” hydrogen plant – which could lay the groundwork for a 100% carbon-free energy future. the stronger and cleaner energy grid “At FPL, we are always looking over the horizon and focused on making smart, long-term investments to build a more modern, strong...

The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) has moved forward with its policy of using clean energy and reducing carbon dioxide emissions with smart technology by deploying Siemens' SICAM Microgrid Control and Photovoltaic Plant Control to balance the energy mix generated by the world's largest Hydro-Floating Solar Hybrid Project at Sirindhorn Dam, Ubon Ratchathani Province. The project with a solar power generation capacity of 45 megawatts and a hydroelectric capacity of 36 megawat...

Organizers of the Slync.io Dubai Desert Classic are highlighting the tournament’s commitment to environmental responsibility and shining the spotlight on all sustainable developments at the 2022 tournament that falls under four themes: waste, transport, energy, and legacy. It marks an important new initiative for the 33rd edition of the DP World Tour golf event, which runs from January 27-30 at Emirates Golf Club. Rolex Series tournament The US $8 million Rolex Series tournament will po...

The transformation of the world’s first industrial suburb – Ancoats, in Manchester, United Kingdom (UK) sees stylish new apartment blocks juxtaposed against historic, listed buildings and all within walking distance of the heart of the city center in Manchester. Scolmore’s products Scolmore has played its part in the final phase of this re-development project, by supplying state-of-the-art products from its wiring accessories collection, for the Kennedy Building. Kennedy B...

A wide selection of CLICK wiring accessories from Scolmore International have been used at RAF Cottesmore, in the refurbishment of hangar facilities and the construction of a new T Annexe accommodation. The products were selected by electrical contractor - East Midlands Electrical Contractors Ltd (EMEC), who worked closely with main contractor – R G Carter, on this design and build project. CLICK light switches installed CLICK light switches, power sockets and fused spurs have been...

Scolmore International has supplied a comprehensive range of CLICK wiring accessories for the new Holiday Inn Hotel, currently being built at Chessington World of Adventures & Zoo, in Chessington, England, United Kingdom (UK). One of the key criteria for selecting products from the CLICK range was the ability for them to be supplied in a finish that complemented the hotel’s décor. Scolmore’s products for Chessington’s Hotel Scolmore’s products were supplie...

The transformation of the Victorian riverside Bonding Warehouse in York into four exclusive luxury apartments and office space is nearing completion, with a selection of state-of-the-art wiring accessories from Scolmore Group playing a part in this stunning renovation. Conversion to luxury office  Positioned against the banks of the River Ouse and just minutes from the heart of York’s historic city center, the Bonding Warehouse is a landmark building, originally built in 1869 to...

Scolmore Group’s Inceptor Micro Integrated LED Downlights have been installed, as part of a much-needed renovation project, undertaken at a beautiful listed building in Exeter, United Kingdom, which is home to the South West Multiple Sclerosis Centre. As a self-funding charity, with no financial assistance from any statutory body, the center relies completely on charitable donations and was delighted to benefit from the voluntary involvement and support of local businesses to provide va...

EF Solare Italia, the photovoltaic (PV) operator in Italy, has selected GreenPowerMonitor, a DNV company (GPM) to import its entire portfolio into their GPM Plus and GPM Horizon data monitoring platforms. The agreement means that GPM’s monitoring data-driven solutions will manage and control the performance of EF Solare Italia’s full Italian PV portfolio.  EF Solare Italia Italy generates 11.4 % of the EU's total GHG emissions and has reduced emissions at a faster pace than t...

DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, is participating in one of Australia’s leading end-to-end bus depot electrification projects. The AUD 40-million initiative in New South Wales is being developed by a joint venture (JV) between leading UK-based battery storage operator Zenobē and Transgrid, the operator of the NSW high-voltage electricity grid. On one of NSW’s major electric bus pilots, the project forms part of the State government’s plan to tran...

DNV has acted as the lender's technical advisor and provided technical due diligence reviewing the world's largest power plant project combining photovoltaic energy and massive storage of 128 MWh by 'Centrale Electrique de l’Ouest Guyanais' (CEOG). Meridiam, the main shareholder and developer worked with HDF, a global pioneer in hydrogen energy, and Sara, a key player in the production of energy in French Guiana, for over 3 years to structure a bankable project with a pool of leading fina...

DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, has awarded a Statement of Conformity to the Chinese Solar Energy company Sungrow FPV, a provider of floating solar PV (FPV) for inland water and coastal areas, for its anchoring and mooring design methodology for FPV systems. Statement of Conformity The Statement of Conformity is the first-of-its-kind to refer to the DNV-RP-0584, Recommended Practice for Design, development, and operation of floating solar photovoltaic systems, publis...

Aggreko, the globally renowned provider of mobile and modular power solutions, has partnered with the 43rd Ryder Cup, in order to provide a complete power solution for the prestigious international golf championship. The Ryder Cup will take place from September 24 to September 26, 2021, at Whistling Straits in Kohler, Wisconsin, USA. The 7,790-yard course on the shore of Lake Michigan will host nearly 50,000 spectators each day. Onsite power, heating, and cooling Aggreko will provide onsite p...

Axpo and IWB are jointly implementing the largest alpine solar plant in Switzerland. The partners will install and commission the pioneering 2.2 MW Muttsee dam project in the summer of 2021. Supermarket chain - Denner will draw on the solar electricity it produces for 20 years. Originally initiated by Axpo, the large-scale alpine solar plant on the Muttsee dam is now the ‘AlpinSolar’ cooperative project, by Denner, Axpo and IWB. The two energy companies - Axpo and IWB are establishi...

Shanghai Electric Power Transmission & Distribution Engineering Co., Ltd. signed a supply contract for a photovoltaic project with PCL Canada on April 20. The Company will supply the pile foundation for Canada Travers 465MWac Solar PV Power Plant Project. This project marks the first time Shanghai Electric Power Transmission & Distribution Engineering Co., Ltd. has marched into the electricity market of first-class developed countries. Solar PV Power Plant Project Power T&D Projec...

DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, has acted as technical consultant to Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC), during the development of the Sudair 1.5 GW solar PV project. DNV supported SPPC for over two years with a scope of work that included preparation of project protocol documents, setting the technical conditions of the project, such as project grid interconnection requirements, technical aspects of the Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) and the transmission connecti...

Aggreko, the global supplier of mobile and modular power, temperature control, and energy services, has installed a new Combined Heat and Power (CHP) solution at the CET Arad Power Plant, Romania. The solution will help to increase efficiency and stability at the plant, a key provider of hot water and electricity for the district heating scheme and grid at the regional capital Arad City, for the next four years. innovative hybrid thermal and electrical system Aggreko’s skilled team had...

France has experienced a major expansion of renewable energies in recent years. One secret to its success is the opportunity for citizens to participate in new plants. A player in this area is the Axpo subsidiary Urbasolar, which has generated nearly 19 million Euros through participatory funding. participatory funding Urbasolar puts participatory funding at the core of its strategy for the construction of solar power plants Urbasolar puts participatory funding at the core of its strategy f...

DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider generated and analyzed 20,000 years of plausible weather and power production for ISO New England (ISO-NE). With the completion of this project, which began at the end of 2019, ISO-NE can understand the magnitude, frequency, and duration of events like cold snaps or heat waves which drive regional load, as well as their correlation to wind and solar lulls as they pertain to current and future variable energy resources like wind and solar...

CP Electronics’ miniature presence detectors have been incorporated into a state-of-the-art disinfection device from Amity International, in order to make hospital wards safer from COVID-19. Amity International is a specialist disinfectants manufacturer, with an excellent reputation for product innovation, including the AIRDECON UVC that kills micro-organisms using the power of UVC light, thereby providing fast disinfection and minimal room downtime. EBMHS miniature presence detectors T...

Exell Power Services has successfully completed the installation of their newly manufactured dual-rated 25/15kV switchgear at a large commercial tower in downtown Vancouver. The switchgear has replaced the existing leaking minimum-oil circuit breakers with new medium-voltage switches and Tavrida vacuum circuit breakers protected by SEL-751A relays. The switchgear is currently operating at 12.47 kV fed from an existing DRV service, but is ready for the future conversion to 25 kV and use as the s...

DNV GL, the resource of independent energy experts and certification body, had been selected by Gore Street Capital to undertake a range of technical due diligence services on an 81 MW operational battery storage portfolio. Gore Street Capital Gore Street Capital, an experienced energy storage private equity investor, is the investment adviser to Gore Street Energy Storage Fund which acquired the portfolio from renewable infrastructure developer, Anesco, in a deal worth GBP 28.2 million. Lo...

On August 6, Shanghai Electric (Anhui) Energy Storage Co., Ltd. and the Tinghu District People's Government of Yancheng signed an agreement of strategic cooperation on developing and constructing energy storage and integrated energy projects in Tinghu District. energy storage projects Since November 2018 when a strategic partnership was established, Shanghai Electric and Yancheng have seen fruitful results in offshore wind power, environmental protection, energy Internet, innovative technologi...

Aggreko, the globally renowned provider of mobile modular power, temperature control, and energy services, is set to power the 2020 Aberdeen Standard Investments Ladies Scottish Open, which tees off at The Renaissance Club in North Berwick. Aggreko will be providing supplementary power to the three-day event, which sees 156 players compete for a share of the $1.5 million prize fund. The services that Aggreko provides will support the smooth running of the event, powering critical services inclu...

Shanghai Electric Environmental Protection Group and Henan Jincheng Environmental Protection Technology Co., Ltd. have recently entered into an EPC contract for the Henan Yudong Hazardous Waste Treatment Center project. It is the first time that the group has won an EPC contract for a hazardous waste disposal project with an annual capacity of over 50,000 tons (54,000 tons). The breakthrough will expand the group's business scope and make Shanghai Electric more competitive in hazardous waste di...

The No. 5 Unit of Yangxi 1240MW Phase II Project, with Shanghai Electric Power Generation Group as an EPC contractor, completed a 168-hour trial run under full load on July 7. It marks the commercial operation of the single-shaft full-speed thermal power unit that features the world’s largest capacity. All three main engines of the project are independently developed by Shanghai Electric. With serial, modular design, optimized parameters, and capacity arrangement, the unit excels in relia...

The steam generators for molten salt towers, another key piece of equipment for the Dubai 950MW CSP+PV solar power project, were shipped from Lingang Plant on the morning of May 28. The generators were manufactured by Shanghai Power Plant Auxiliary Machine Factory Co., Ltd. (the factory), a subsidiary of Shanghai Electric. The factory was entrusted with 136 heat exchangers and storage tanks, among which the most important is the steam generator system (SGS) for molten salt towers produced for S...

Providing the customers with sustainable energy solutions is incredibly important to ATCO (ATCO Electric), wherever they may be located. They serve many communities located hundreds of kilometers from the main electrical grid, over a vast geographic area in northern Alberta and Canada’s North – communities that have relied on costly and carbon-intensive isolated diesel-powered generation for decades. In 2017, ATCO initiated a program to interconnect these communities to the grid, w...