Renewables campaign group calls for ‘clearer’ greenhouse gas deal
A renewables campaign group has called for more action in the bid to tackle greenhouse gases.
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EU climate deal ‘a historic moment’
European agreement on a 40% target for greenhouse gas reductions represents a “historic moment” which will be good for British consumers and business, Energy Secretary Ed Davey has said. But the deal - secured in the early hours after EU leaders including David Cameron wrangled late into the night on details of how the burden will be shared - received a less enthusiastic welcome from environmentalists.
EU reaches greenhouse gas deal
European leaders have agreed to cut greenhouse gas emissions in the 28-nation bloc to at least 40% below 1990 levels by 2030.
Masdar to build GCC’s first large-scale windfarm
Masdar will assist in the building of the first large-scale wind farm in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).
Kerloch Oil Tools lands licence for VAM connection
Aberdeen-based Kerloch Oil Tools has secured licenses for the latest VAM connection on its premises.
Invest in Fife – learnings from Alan Duncan, senior associate at BVG
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University joins carbon capture partnership
A Scottish university has joined the largest carbon capture and storage (CCS) research partnership in the UK. Scientists from the University of Strathclyde will join fellow researchers within the Scottish Carbon Capture & Storage (SCCS) partnership, providing expertise in areas including carbon dioxide transport and environment impact analysis.
Wind power supply rises to 24%
Highs winds over the weekend helped provide almost a quarter of the UK’s electricity supply, Industry body RenewableUK said. A new record of 24% was set for wind power as nuclear reactors remained offline and a large gas plant was hit by a fire.
Salmond urges energy policy move
Transferring power over energy policy to Holyrood is the best way to ensure Scotland’s renewables targets are met, the First Minister has insisted.
Paterson: Shelve climate change act
David Cameron has been challenged to shelve the Climate Change Act and adopt “common sense” energy policies by Tory former environment secretary Owen Paterson.
Shell to explore managed pressure drilling
Shell has contracted offshore technology provider Enhanced Drilling to conduct a survey on its EC-Drill – a managed pressure drilling (MPD) technology system.
Divex to deliver communication system to the US Navy
Aberdeen-based Divex has landed a contract to deliver a communications system to the US Navy.
Double contract win for Penspen
Oil and gas engineer Penspen has landed two contracts for a project in west Asia.
JDR wins contract for North Sea project
Offshore technology provider JDR has landed a North Sea contract. JDR will be responsible for the design and manufacture of a hybrid power steel umbilical from Wintershall Noorzdee B.V.
Renewables to drive power generation growth in Africa, IEA says
Renewable energy will satisfy much of Africa’s expanding power needs by 2040 as the continent unlocks vast hydropower resources, the International Energy Agency said. Energy demand south of the Sahara Desert will grow 80% as the economy quadruples in size during the period, the Paris-based institution said in a report released today. Renewable energy and hydropower will supply almost half of the growth.
Triodas Renewables launches crowdfunding bid
Triodas Renewables today confirmed that it will offer individuals the chance to co-own renewable energy projects. In association with Trillion Fund, the crowd financing platform for renewable energy, people can invest as little as £50, the lowest ever minimum investment for Triodas shares. Total shares will be capped at £5million and the money raised will be invested in constructing new renewable energy generating assets, accelerating the firm’s renewable electricity generation capacity.
Four offshore wind farms approved
The Scottish Government has granted consent for four major offshore wind farms that could generate enough energy to power 1.4 million homes.
Successful first investment seed for Cumulus Energy Storage
Cumulus Energy Storage (CES) has managed to raise £250,000 from its first round of seed investment. The firm will use the cash to develop its renewable technology. CES is currently developing the low-cost, grid-level energy storage in a bid to reduce energy supply costs by developing prototype battery technology which can be used to cope with the rigours of the industry.
Finite water resources put pressure on energy sector
Two new reports that focus on the global electricity water nexus have just been published.
System created to track competency in oil and gas industry
Technology and skills provider Atlas Knowledge has created a system to manage and track the competence of employees in the oil and gas industry. The Competency Assurance Management System (CAMS) was developed with expertise from a industry advisory group of 100 people.
Offshore wind one of best energy solutions for UK says Siemens boss
A top boss at Siemens Wind Power has claimed that offshore wind will be one of the cheapest, scalable solutions for the UK, as compared to other renewables and fossil fuel energy sources by 2025, if the true cost to society is factored into the cost of energy equation.
Slashing 25% from offshore wind
DNV GL has presented the findings of its latest manifesto for cost reduction in the offshore wind industry.
European natural gas development at ’10-year low’
Natural gas plant development is at a 10 year low, according to the Platts Power in Europe Tracker. The Platts tracker, which shows electric power generation capacity and construction, highlights that less than four gigawatts (gw) of natural gas-fired power plants are being built in West Europe.
Hinkley nuclear plant gets go-ahead
The final go-ahead has been given by the European Commission for a new £16 billion nuclear power station in the UK.
Petrofac welcomes latest cohorts of graduates and apprentices
The next generation of the oil and gas industry are ready to reach new career heights after an action-packed first week with Petrofac's Offshore Projects & Operations (OPO) business in Aberdeen.