Renewables
Ultrafine aerosol particles intensify rainfall in Amazon region
A study published in the journal Science shows how the presence in the atmosphere of ultrafine aerosol particles (less than 50 nm in diameter) can intensify the cloud formation process and rainfall in the Amazon region. According to the authors of the article, these nanoparticles have always been thought too small to play a significant role in regulating the hydrologic cycle. While this is indeed the case in polluted areas such as ...
Moving towards the tipping point
Launched by Lloyd’s Register (LR), the Technology Radar 2018 'Renewable Energy' report analyses the sizeable renewable energy impacts in the next five years and beyond. It provides answers from industry experts on their optimism, concerns and investment outlook on tomorrow’s energy mix.
Getting on that electric highway
When Elon Musk unveiled Tesla’s first electric truck to much fanfare last November, there was talk of this neglected area of the electric vehicle market finally getting some attention. However, for entrepreneur and former submarine commander Asher Bennett, Musk is seriously behind the times.
Full power output achieved at offshore wind farm
Electrifying news just in from Ørsted’s Race Bank Offshore Wind Farm! Full power output has been achieved at the North Norfolk wind farm. Installation of the wind turbines at Race Bank first began in May 2017 and following successful completion of the 240-hour acceptance tests of all 91 turbines, and the 200-hour test of the full park, the project is now capable of generating its full capacity of 573MW.
Making a compelling case for proven clean energy biotechnology
One of the largest ever GWE RAPTOR anaerobic biological transformation energy crop/ waste-to-energy plants is being installed by clean energy specialists Organic Power, at its new green energy facility in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico. When fully operational in mid-2018, it will produce 2.055MWe, making it one of the largest RAPTOR (Rapid Transformation of Organic Residues) installations worldwide and the latest of a series of more than 200 success...
Outstanding contribution to Scotland's Oriam Centre
Back in Autumn 2016 Oriam opened and is home to the governing bodies of Scottish football and rugby union, as well as a host of other sports including volleyball, squash and basketball. Building services engineers Max Fordham collaborated with Reiach and Hall Architects to design the centre, which has since been described by First Minister Nicola Sturgeon as ‘absolutely awe inspiring’ and ‘the jewel in the crown of Scotland...
Why don't you hop on your bike?
Following the Government’s commitment to serious investment in battery tech innovation, the future looks bright for all things electric. There seems to be no end to the disruptive potential of fuel-free energy, as the Founder of Eskuta discovered when he launched his fresh take on electrically assisted pedal cycles. As new markets continue to open up, Ian O’Connor shares the buzz about the electric transport revolution.
Modernising the energy supply of University Medical School
One of the pillars of the Energy Industry Act is the basic supply of electricity and gas to the economy. However, the safe and reliable supply of energy is even more essential in the medical sector. Both electricity and heat can save lives here. In order to ensure this security of supply in the future, the University of Göttingen (UMG) and the University of Göttingen have jointly initiated an innovative energy supply concept. The c...
New service recycles and recovers pressurised gas cylinders
Launching a new service designed to provide a complete and compliant way of disposing of compressed gas cylinders, Veolia is keen to push this in a range of industries. To support this new service the company has invested in a dedicated facility, located at the Empire Treatment Plant in the Midlands, which safely removes and treats the contents of the cylinders to ensure full compliance with all statutory and environmental requirements.
Wind turbine OEMs: lower prices fuel structural growth
According to Macquarie's latest research, the most important trend in the wind industry in 2017 was the decline in average selling prices (ASP) of wind turbines. The company forecasts ASPs to decline by ten percent YoY, which is likely to put pressure on margins across the value chain. However, this trend does have positive consequences for the company's medium term growth outlook for the industry. Macquarie believes this is currently being ...