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Shell, Gulf Wind Technology to establish offshore wind energy hub in Louisiana

In an effort to advance offshore wind energy technology and expand the emerging industry’s skilled workforce, Gulf Wind Technology announced today it is collaborating with Shell to establish a research, training and technology demonstration program at GWT’s Avondale Global Gateway facility in New Orleans, site of the old Avondale Shipyard. GWT, supported by a $10 … Continue reading Shell, Gulf Wind Technology to establish offshore wind energy hub in Louisiana

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Equinor & bp Host Long Island Expo to Engage Local Suppliers on the Offshore Wind Industry

Equinor and bp, the 50-50 partners in the Empire and Beacon Wind projects, held their third supplier expo at Farmingdale State College. Over 200 local and regional manufacturers, suppliers, and contractors attended to meet key offshore wind project suppliers and vendors. The event offered an important opportunity for Long Island businesses to learn how to … Continue reading Equinor & bp Host Long Island Expo to Engage Local Suppliers on the Offshore Wind Industry

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Japan eyes offshore wind power beyond territorial waters

Japan is considering expanding locations of offshore wind farms from outside its territorial waters to the country’s exclusive economic zone in a bid to jump-start the industry. Currently, offshore wind farms are limited to territorial waters about 22 kilometers from the coast. This would be expanded to the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) located 200 nautical miles, or about 370 km, from the coast. … Continue reading Japan eyes offshore wind power beyond territorial waters

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China pushes wind power to a new record

Wind power received 44 GW in global orders in the fourth quarter of 2022, 134.6 GW for fiscal year 2022.Global order intake for wind turbines reached new records in 2022. 44 GW were purchased in the fourth quarter and 134.6 GW in the year, both new record volumes. Dominated by activity in China, annual investment … Continue reading China pushes wind power to a new record

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DNV awards AiP for a floating ammonia production unit developed by SWITCH2 and BW Offshore

An industrial scale concept for a floating production unit to produce green ammonia has secured Approval in Principle (AiP) from DNV, affirming the technical feasibility of the design. The project is now ready to start the Basic Design phase. The so-called NH3 FPSO concept is being developed by Netherland-based SwitchH2 BV and Norway-based BW Offshore … Continue reading DNV awards AiP for a floating ammonia production unit developed by SWITCH2 and BW Offshore

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Recommendations for Offshore Wind Development in India

Offshore wind will have a prominent role in India’s energy transition. As the world’s third-largest producer and fourth-largest consumer of electricity, India’s energy demand is forecast to grow between 6-7% year-on-year over the next decade. Current government initiatives like 24*7 Power for All, Make in India, Atmanirbhar Bharat (Self-reliant India) and the National Mission for … Continue reading Recommendations for Offshore Wind Development in India

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RWE and DNV to validate implications of long-distance “wake effects” from large offshore wind clusters

RWE and DNV have now agreed on a scope to conduct a large study assessing the impact of far wakes in offshore wind. The scope of the study asks DNV to validate the effects that RWE experts have identified. RWE models predict that large clusters of offshore wind farms could have far-reaching wind-shadowing effects, impacting … Continue reading RWE and DNV to validate implications of long-distance “wake effects” from large offshore wind clusters

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DNV officially authorized to issue certificates for offshore wind projects in Poland

DNV has been authorized by the Polish Ministry of Infrastructure to issue certificates for offshore wind farms and assembly of power output equipment in Poland. The certification will be executed according to Polish law requirements, reflected in DNV’s Service Specification ”Project certification of wind power plants”. “Poland is planning impressively rapid growth in offshore wind,” … Continue reading DNV officially authorized to issue certificates for offshore wind projects in Poland

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Attentive Energy One Announces Plans for Two New Offshore Wind Ports In New York City, Creating $400 Million In Economic Activity In New York State

Attentive Energy One (AE1), a joint venture of TotalEnergies and Rise Light & Power (Rise), today announced plans for two offshore wind port facilities in New York Harbor generating $400 million in economic activity in New York State. In connection with the 1,400 MW proposal, which AE1 submitted to the New York State Energy Research … Continue reading Attentive Energy One Announces Plans for Two New Offshore Wind Ports In New York City, Creating $400 Million In Economic Activity In New York State

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RWE and Commercial Rib unveil first official look at innovative amphibious Crew Transfer Vessel

Build of world-first amphibious offshore wind farm crew transfer vessel delivered in under a year. Vessel passed initial testing phase in readiness for commercial rollout. Potential future world-wide application for wind farms in very shallow waters. RWE, in partnership with Commercial Rib Charters (CRC), can share a first look at the innovative amphibious vessel ‘CRC … Continue reading RWE and Commercial Rib unveil first official look at innovative amphibious Crew Transfer Vessel

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EDF Renewables, Jan De Nul and Luminus partner for an offshore wind farm in Belgium

EDF Renewables, Jan De Nul Group, and Luminus have partnered up to bid for a commercial scale offshore wind tender for the first phase of the Princess Elisabeth Zone in Belgium. The Princess Elisabeth Zone is an area identified by the federal government to increase Belgium’s local renewable electricity production by up to 3.5 GW. … Continue reading EDF Renewables, Jan De Nul and Luminus partner for an offshore wind farm in Belgium

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“Coexistence is essential” as DNV report shows demand for ocean space will grow 5-fold by 2050

The collaboration between ocean industries will need to intensify for the rapid buildout of offshore wind energy and aquaculture to coexist sustainably with other industries and the ecosystem. Høvik, Norway, March 09 2023 – The collaboration between ocean industries will need to intensify for the rapid buildout of offshore wind and aquaculture to coexist sustainably with … Continue reading “Coexistence is essential” as DNV report shows demand for ocean space will grow 5-fold by 2050

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RWE’s Sofia offshore wind farm to use recyclable blades

RWE’s largest offshore wind farm in construction – Sofia – enters agreement with Siemens Gamesa for recyclable blades. 44 out of the project’s 100 wind turbines will be equipped with recyclable blades. Aim for 50 percent of Sofia’s blades to be produced in the UK. Agreement marks the largest order of recyclable blades in the … Continue reading RWE’s Sofia offshore wind farm to use recyclable blades

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Siemens Gamesa to supply 132 RecyclableBlades to RWE’s Sofia offshore wind project

RecyclableBlades technology to be installed on 44 of Sofia’s 100 SG 14-222 DD offshore wind turbines. First deployment of 108-meter long B108 RecyclableBlades. Successful collaboration continues following usage of RecyclableBlades at Kaskasi project in Germany. All RecyclableBlades will be manufactured at Siemens Gamesa’s factory in Hull, UK. Siemens Gamesa’s industry-leading and multi-award-winning RecyclableBlade has reached … Continue reading Siemens Gamesa to supply 132 RecyclableBlades to RWE’s Sofia offshore wind project

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X1 Wind’s X30 floating wind prototype delivers first kWh

X1 Wind has announced today (MARCH 07) that its X30 floating wind prototype, installed in the Canary Islands, successfully produced its first kWh. The milestone marks the world’s only floating wind platform currently installed with a TLP mooring system, which dramatically reduces the environmental footprint and improves compatibility with other sea uses. It further heralds … Continue reading X1 Wind’s X30 floating wind prototype delivers first kWh

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New Jersey opens third offshore wind solicitation

The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) has given the green light on the state’s third solicitation of offshore wind capacity. This third solicitation seeks to award between 1.2 GW and 4 GW of offshore wind capacity, building on the previously awarded 3.75 GW. The application window opened on 6 March and bids will … Continue reading New Jersey opens third offshore wind solicitation

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Petrobras and Equinor sign agreement to evaluate seven offshore wind projects in Brazil

During CERAWeek, Petrobras and Equinor have signed a letter of intent that expands the cooperation between the two companies to assess seven offshore wind power generation projects. The letter of intent expands the cooperation between the two companies to assess the technical, economic, and environmental feasibility of seven offshore wind power generation projects off the … Continue reading Petrobras and Equinor sign agreement to evaluate seven offshore wind projects in Brazil

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Petrobras, Equinor to study seven offshore wind power projects Brazil

Petrobras and Equinor signed an agreement to assess the technical, economic and environmental feasibility of seven wind power generation projects off the Brazilian coast. The proposed projects would generate a combined capacity of 14.5 GW of wind power, Petrobras (PBR) chief executive Jean Paul Prates said at the CERAWeek energy conference in Houston. The project … Continue reading Petrobras, Equinor to study seven offshore wind power projects Brazil

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RWE funded study flags supply chain opportunities for Wales and the region from Celtic Sea floating wind

Initial findings from a supply chain study by RWE and Marine Power Systems are helping identify where Wales and the region can benefit from the forthcoming Celtic Sea floating wind technology boom. The study is funded by RWE, Wales’ largest energy generator, and carried out by Swansea-based company Marine Power Systems, which is developing a … Continue reading RWE funded study flags supply chain opportunities for Wales and the region from Celtic Sea floating wind

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Ørsted joins Global Offshore Wind Alliance to help governments reach full potential of offshore wind

Ørsted becomes the first energy company to join the Global Offshore Wind Alliance (GOWA) to support a faster deployment of offshore wind and create a global community of action. GOWA is a new global organisation that brings together governments, the private sector, international organisations, and other stakeholders to accelerate the deployment of offshore wind power. … Continue reading Ørsted joins Global Offshore Wind Alliance to help governments reach full potential of offshore wind

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