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Interesting study in the Floating Wind energy sector! Apollo, Global Energy Group, and Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult have collaborated on a study focusing on tow-to-port operations for floating offshore wind turbines. The study reveals a crucial finding: between 10 to 30 turbines could necessitate tow-to-port operations annually from 2035 to 2040. This data, derived from a review of bottom-fixed turbine failure rates, suggests that the costs associated with tow-to-port could surpass both offshore installation and routine O&M expenses combined. These insights underscore the importance of exploring new approaches with the evolving technology landscape. Enhancing these operations will be essential to prevent inflated O&M costs and ensure the viability of future investments in offshore floating wind energy. #RenewableEnergy #OffshoreWind #EnergyInnovation

The offshore wind industry is at an inflection point. Having proved to be an increasingly scalable source of renewable energy, the industry has enjoyed a decade of growth and value creation. Offshore wind is a clean renewable energy source—one of the least CO2-intensive forms of electricity generation, on par with onshore wind—and can help communities around the world meet their net-zero targets. The article is well summarized by Mc Kinsey which makes an objective read.

A group of companies consisting of Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult, Global Energy Group (GEG) and Apollo have released a study focusing on tow-to-port (T2P) operations for offshore wind turbines. The study shows that between 10-30 wind turbines per year could potentially be utilising T2P from around 2035-2040 – according to a review of failure data on bottom-fixed turbin

🌊 The offshore wind industry is experiencing rapid growth worldwide, with global capacity expected to reach 487 GW by 2033. In Japan, there is a strong push towards renewable energy to decrease dependence on fossil fuels and nuclear power. The Japanese government aims to install 10 GW of offshore wind capacity by 2030 and expand this to 30-45 GW by 2040, aligning with the nation’s goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. 💡 Aligning with these trends, TEPCO Renewable Power is expanding its offshore wind portfolio through a collaboration with Shoreline Wind. By utilizing Shoreline’s O&M simulation software, TEPCO plans to optimize maintenance costs, predict future cash flows, and improve logistics. This partnership harnesses data-driven insights to enhance operational efficiency and reliability, marking a significant move towards innovative and digitalized offshore wind operations. #RenewableEnergy #OffshoreWind #Sustainability #Innovation #TEPCO #OffshoreWind #DigitalTransformation

Ørsted Invests in Battery Energy Storage System Co-located with Hornsea 3 Offshore Wind Farm Reading Time: 2 minutesØrsted has taken a final investment decision on a battery energy storage system, which will provide stability to the UK energy supply and reduce price volatility. The Tesla battery energy storage system will be installed on the same site as the onshore converter station for Ørsted’s Hornsea 3 Offshore Wind Farm in Swardeston, near Norwich, Norfolk, in the eastern part of England. The battery’s location on the same land as the onshore converter station minimises disruption to those living and working nearby. The storage system has a capacity of 600 MWh (and a 300 MW power rating), […] - https://lnkd.in/dywXJHaX #windenergy #windturbines #offshorewind #windturbine #cleanenergy #climatechange #sustainability #energynews #smartenergy #windfarm #windindustry #renewableenergy #renewables #Ørsted #batteryenergystorage #energystorage #europe #offshorewind #renewableenergy #tesla #uk #windenergy #windfarm

❔ How do I know if I could get a turbine? ❔ How long will it take to find out if I have a good site?  ❔ Is Wind energy cost effective? ❔ Are wind turbines noisy? For anyone considering wind turbine projects with similar questions read our blog on Wind Power for Businesses for further information: https://lnkd.in/evT-HJUq ➡ RenewEV Ongoing Wind Projects: Effective project management is key to the successful installation of wind turbines. RenewEV are currently coordinating the project management and installation of all scales of on-shore wind projects in the UK. This work is across private commercial, agricultural and community owned wind projects taking projects from site identification through the whole development process and then procurement and project management. #windpower #energy #windturbine #southwest #onshore #renewables

Modular generator system set to transform offshore renewables. Edinburgh Innovations #OffshoreRenewables #CGENEngineering #ModularGenerators #EnergyInnovation #RenewableEnergy #SustainableTech #NetZero #WaveEnergy #TidalEnergy #WindPower #CircularEconomy #GreenEnergy

Bord Gáis Energy and Corio Generation have agreed a new deal to explore opportunities to supply the country's electricity market with green electricity from offshore wind. Today's agreement marks Bord Gáis Energy's entry into the offshore wind arena and will play an important role in its ongoing commitment to expand its renewable energy portfolio. Corio, a global offshore wind developer with a global pipeline of over 30 GW, is currently developing the 450 MW Sceirde Rocks wind farm off the west coast of Ireland. It is a portfolio company of Macquarie Asset Management. The Government has set a goal of generating 80% of electricity through renewables by 2030, including 5 GW from offshore wind. The companies said today the new partnership aligns with the Government's strategy to develop Ireland's significant offshore wind resource. https://lnkd.in/ezTxhDcV

A game-changing collaboration between TEPCO Renewable Power and Shoreline Wind is set to transform the future of offshore wind power operations and maintenance. TEPCO Renewable Power, a leader in Japan’s renewable energy sector, is strategically expanding its offshore wind portfolio. By integrating Shoreline Wind’s cutting-edge O&M simulation software, TEPCO Renewable Power’s goal is clear, “Enhance our ability to assess maintenance and management costs, forecast future cash flows, and make informed development and investment decisions.” 💡 Why This Matters: 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆: Leveraging advanced simulation software to drive efficiency and innovation. 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀: Gaining deeper understanding of costs, logistics, and resource allocation. 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵: Supporting the expansion of renewable energy with reduced uncertainties and improved reliability. What does this mean for the renewable energy sector? 🌍 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://lnkd.in/dQZGgRPK 🇯🇵 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗝𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗲: https://lnkd.in/d2ACEaa9 #RenewableEnergy #OffshoreWind #Innovation #TEPCO #Sustainability #DigitalTransformation

Type and Project Certification Workshop - Wind Energy (online) - April 9-11, 2024 & November 12-14, 2024 What you need to know about Component, Type and Project Certification Attendees will get detailed insight into all essential aspects of modern wind energy certification, highlighting how to mitigate risks at each stage of the project, ensuring that wind power plants operate safely and cost efficiently, and that all technical, design, construction and operational requirements are met. The webinar includes detailed presentations by our subject matter experts on all of the certification steps, including both mandatory and optional tasks of the certification process. The presentations will further contain the latest best practices and developments in renewables certification. Assets such as support structures, substations, power cables, as well as the newly introduced control station, will be the focus of the workshop, as well as recommended best practices of project management. The workshop will provide room for interaction, questions and discussions. Some of the most commonly discussed topics within certification are also emphasized in more details through practical examples. The webinar is relevant for wind energy developments around the world and our experienced experts will be able to discuss regional aspects effecting the certification process. Target Audience Technical staff, engineers, project managers responsible for designing, manufacturing, installing or regulating the certification of components, wind turbine types and wind farms, but also for persons who want to get a general overview of the certification process. Please visit our website for more information and registration: https://lnkd.in/e8mhf4Bw Laura Duensing