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Check out the incredible journey of SolarSteam Inc. TRL7 SSP1-Ponoka RD&D project! From ideation to pilot, every step was taken with passion, resilience, and a united determination to overcome any obstacle. This project is a testament to the power of teamwork and collaboration. Watch the video here: https://lnkd.in/g3VWZQZ2

This week, BOEM Director Elizabeth Klein joined the 2024 Floating Wind Days conference in Haugesund, participating in the opening session on "Geopolitics." Learn more about the conference here: https://lnkd.in/gGussNPv With moderator Arne Vatnøy, Communication Manager for Norwegian Offshore Wind, Director Klein emphasized the critical role of offshore wind in combating climate change and highlighted the Biden-Harris administration's efforts to promote responsible development of floating wind resources. With about two-thirds of U.S. offshore wind potential in deep waters, floating wind technology is essential. The nation aims to deploy 15 gigawatts of floating wind capacity by 2035, powering over 5 million homes and aiding the country’s transition to a renewable energy future. These efforts promise significant economic benefits and can position the U.S. as a global leader in floating offshore wind industry.

Especially when having great supervision ;)

BILBAO WEEK! Meet my Green Ducklings colleagues Kristian Ravn and Jesper Sevelsted Viborg for a catch up on supply chain bottleneck, and how they are defining the successful deployment of offshore wind in coming years. The winners of the industry are the ones who proactively navigate the supply shortage on key components. Improving the odds for success in offshore wind.

Are you curious about the state of play for energy islands? And do you want some new perspectives on how one of the most groundbreaking and ambitious new concepts within renewable energy can move forward? Then you should join COWI's upcoming webinar where we're gathering top industry experts from Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, Ørsted, and Energinet to explore how the integration of offshore wind and hydrogen can redefine our energy system, not just for Denmark but for the entire Europe. Read more and sign up for free at the link below. https://lnkd.in/dDtZmA9f

Week 2 at Acre! I wanted to make a move so I could learn some fresh perspectives on recruitment, and the renewable energy/sustainable market space, and I’m confident I’m going to get that here! I've learned a lot in my first week, but what really stood out to me is that Acre is a business that genuinely believes in their purpose, vision, and values, we're about driving systematic change for our planet. Actions speak louder than words and things like partnering with Ocean Generation, (where we're hosting an online webinar on Nov 1st, link in comments) prove that. As well as the culture and passion that I’ve heard people talk about the markets we operate in, we don’t just cover renewable power generation, but a host of areas in suitability - which for me are all quite new and exciting. As someone who can be more sustainable personally, I’ve been quite inspired by the above and just the general ethos here. So I’m going to go on my own sustainable journey, starting with some small changes in my day-to-day life, and I’m planning to document it – to hold myself accountable to this and hopefully inspire others to do the same. I’ve done some research into some of the changes I can make, but I’d love to hear any ideas from any of my connections that I can try, to make an impact!

An energy-rich future is within reach

Starting at 3pmCET: I'm asking a panel of experts where governments should put their designated areas for building wind turbines & solar panels. Plans are due by 2026 How can they overcome NIMBYism, protect wildlife & avoid burdening local communities?

We asked experts in clean energy development how they’re overcoming the barriers to bringing projects online – and the answers are clear: 1️⃣ Engage Early – Reach out to stakeholders and communities from the start to build support. 2️⃣ Build Trust – Involve local voices and listen to their concerns to foster stronger community connections. 3️⃣ Use Robust, Visual Data – Tackle complex permitting and interconnection challenges with clear, robust data to avoid delays and setbacks. What would you say? 👏Special thanks to: Stuart Pomeroy (Pave Power), James Robinson (Zenobē), Elias Hatem (Madison Energy Infrastructure), Ian Latimer (NYSERDA), Eamon Riley (Aypa Power), Corey Hindin (Radiant Power Partners), James McWalter (Paces), Gabrielle Stein (Paces), and Tony W. (Paces)

An energy-rich future is within reach