RAI Amsterdam has obtained four number 1 positions in the MT500 research this year. In the category Media, the RAI tops the list, as well as in the sub-categories customer centricity, sustainability, and employership. In addition to the RAI, the publisher - SDU and Belgian DPG Media also received prizes in the same category. The Research The MT500 is an annual research report focusing on the reputation of Dutch companies The MT500 is an annual research report focusing on the reputation of Dut...

Ameren Missouri, a subsidiary of Ameren Corporation, has taken another important step towards bringing more renewable energy to customers, by announcing the planned acquisition of the company's largest-ever solar facility, a 200 megawatt (MW) solar installation in central Missouri, USA that is expected to create more than 250 construction jobs. The facility will be acquired pursuant to a build-transfer agreement with EDF Renewables, a company with a longstanding track record of developing and b...

Wales’ largest power producer and number one renewable energy generator - RWE, welcomed Minister for Economy, Vaughan Gething MS to the Pembroke site for a site tour and discussion on how the company is supporting Wales’ net zero ambition. The company recently launched the ‘Pembroke Net Zero Centre’ (PNZC) as the hub for RWE’s decarbonization projects and development activities in the Celtic Sea. ‘Pembroke Net Zero Centre’ (PNZC) PNZC is made up of th...

On the afternoon of June 22, Shanghai Mitsubishi Elevator Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “Shanghai Mitsubishi Elevator”) held an online signing ceremony for the project of delivering the LEHY-H elevator, a super-high-speed one moving at 10m/s, to Xinchu Jingtian Plaza at Changsha City, Hunan Province. Leng Weiqing, Secretary of the Party Committee and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Shanghai Electric Group, and Wen Huiming, Chairman of Hunan Xinchu Property Co., Ltd., a...

On May 30, the first 100 MWp tidal photovoltaics power station in China was connected to the grid with full capacity. This is the first time that China has completely developed solar and tidal energy. The successful grid connection of this power station marks that China has made new achievements in the field of comprehensive utilization of marine energy. NR Electric provides a complete set of protection and monitoring equipment for the project and implements the engineering integration of 110kV...

Rolls-Royce is officially announcing the development of turbogenerator technology, which includes a new small engine designed for hybrid-electric applications. The system will be an on-board power source with scalable power offerings and will complement the Rolls-Royce Electrical propulsion portfolio, enabling extended range on sustainable aviation fuels and later as it comes available through hydrogen combustion. Current battery technology means all-electric propulsion will enable eVTOL and f...

Electric ferry - Ellen sailed 50 nautical miles – 92 kilometers – on a single battery charge, during the International Energy Agency’s 7th Annual Conference on Energy Efficiency. The distance marks a new world record. The islands of Ærø and Als in Southern Denmark are connected by Ellen, the longest ranging fully electric ferry in the world. Electric ferry – Ellen sets world record Ellen set a new world record on June 9, 2022, just outside the windows in S...

The energy industry must urgently decarbonize. Therefore, they need to drive electrification across sectors and source electricity from renewables. This shift gives rise to an increasing number of asset types, partnerships and use cases. Different makes of electric vehicles, charging points, inverters, batteries and heating appliances and various forms of communication within and between energy systems make the work of every player along the energy value chain increasingly complex. In addition,...

Prysmian Group has announced the launch of Sustainability Week, a new stakeholder listening event running from June 20 to 24, 2022. Top management at Prysmian Group’s Milan headquarters, business units, and regional offices around the world will share progress on their sustainability strategy and how it is impacting the Group's business, its innovative DNA and flagship technology. Sustainability Week The event will also be an opportunity to highlight how the development of the trans-Eur...

Electric motors are ubiquitous, powering heavy industrial machineries to everyday household appliances. Nearly half of the world’s electricity is used in powering electric motors, many of which are running with poor efficiency. In the latest episode of ABB Decoded podcast, Adrian Guggisberg, President of ABB’s Motion Services Division, discusses how a significant amount of energy can be saved by applying digital technologies to the installed base. Industries need to save energy Ad...

Amber Solutions, Inc., a global technological developer of patented, innovative technologies for AC Direct digital management of electricity in solid-state architecture, has announced that it has formally changed its name to Amber Semiconductor, Inc. (AmberSemi), effective immediately. The change to AmberSemi exemplifies the company’s desire to represent its core technological function more acutely and accurately, productizing its patented breakthrough technologies for AC Direct digital c...

Volta Trucks has revealed the strategic roadmap for its entry into the North American market, having already established itself as a European full-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider. The plan will see the first Volta Zero vehicles operating on Los Angeles’ streets by the end of next year. The introduction of Volta Trucks’ 100% battery-electric commercial vehicles into North America will be led in 2023 by a Volta Zero Class 7 truck which is equivalent to t...

The waste-to-energy plant work site at Dandong City bustled with activity recently. Shanghai Electric’s project team is dashing towards the goal at full speed: finish the construction of the main factory in Q3 and get connected to the grid and start generating electricity in Q4. On the premise of ensuring safety and quality, Shanghai Electric is working more rapidly in construction to have this plant connected to the grid and generate power within 2021 to celebrate the 100th anniversary o...

Lhyfe, a world pioneer and pure player in renewable green hydrogen and Chantiers de l’Atlantique, one of the world’s leaders on the shipbuilding market for highly complex ships and in offshore engineering, have announce at the Seanergy 2022 forum, dedicated to renewable offshore energy, that they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the development of offshore hydrogen production platforms. Lhyfe - Chantiers de l’Atlantique partnership Lhyfe is one of the most...

Cummins Inc. has announced the launch of the new 1 MW twinpack rental generator, the C1000D6RE, which offers a competitive rental power solution for a diverse range of applications throughout North America. Manufactured by Cummins Inc., a globally renowned company that has been synonymous with technology, reliability and service since 1919, the new C1000D6RE twinpack rental generator model will be built in the company’s manufacturing facility in Fridley, Minnesota, United States of Americ...

It is almost one month, since the Electric Miles journey began as Head of Commercial and Energy Flexibility, what an exciting ride I’ve jumped on! There is so much opportunity in the EV market and Electric Miles is posed to make a significant impact. Why do they think so?  Well, climate change creates global imperatives on decarbonization and net zero living and transport is currently the largest emitting sector of greenhouse gas emissions. Energy Management platform Electric Miles...

It is almost one month since the Electric Miles journey began as Head of Commercial and Energy Flexibility; what an exciting ride I’ve jumped on! There is so much opportunity in the EV market and Electric Miles is posed to make a significant impact. Why do they think so?  Well, climate change creates global imperatives on decarbonisation and net zero living and transport is currently the largest emitting sector of greenhouse gas emissions. Adopt the EV for transport New decarbonize...

DC/DC converters are now common in automotive applications at a range of power levels. Parts must comply with AEC-Q standards for quality and stress tests and automotive customers may also require additional features such as ‘inspectable’ solder joints. This article discusses the issue and the solutions available. mobile data center It has been said that the modern car is a mobile data center, and EVs add in industrial-scale electrical power handling, battery charging, and mot...

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approved nearly $600 million for the purchase of materials and equipment needed to rebuild Puerto Rico's power grid. The federal share will allow for the advance purchase of materials so that resources will be available once the reconstruction work begins. Federal Disaster Recovery Coordinator, José G. Baquero, explained that the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority (PREPA) has already submitted to the agency an initial list of materials and...

Ingeteam is firmly committed to the present and future of the sectors in which it operates: its participation in various trade fairs only confirms this position. For this reason, Ingeteam will be taking part in BIEMH 2022 trade fair. BIEMH BIEMH is the event that brings together professionals from all kinds of sectors in which machine tools play a fundamental role in the production process: automotive, aeronautics, capital goods, energy generation, molds and dies, and many more. It will be hel...

With temperatures forecast to reach triple digits this week, Ameren Missouri is encouraging customers to stay safe, by utilizing their air conditioners. “You can take simple steps, such as closing the blinds or turning on ceiling fans, to reduce the strain on your air conditioner,” said Tony Lozano, the Director of Energy Solutions at Ameren Missouri, adding “We want everyone to stay safe and cool this summer.” Ameren Missouri’s air conditioners Ameren Missouri i...

Siemens has invested US$ 25 million and acquired a minority stake in U.S.-based WiTricity, a wireless charging technology firm. Siemens and WiTricity will work together to drive innovation in the emerging market for wireless EV charging. This market is expected to reach USD 2 billion by 2028 in Europe and North America alone, according to Siemens’ calculations. Siemens and WiTricity partnership The two companies seek to bridge the gaps in the global standardization of wireless charging...

Schneider Electric, the globally renowned company in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, and Hitachi Energy, a market and technology leader in transmission, distribution and grid automation solutions, have announced that they have entered into a collaboration, in order to provide greater customer value and accelerate the energy transition. The non-exclusive collaboration will support customers' sustainability efforts, including the decarbonization of the energy and i...

The GREENTECH FESTIVAL sees itself as a global platform that promotes innovative green technologies for a sustainable future. The aim of the festival is to present innovative technologies for a greener future and to address the big global issues of the time, climate neutrality, reduction of CO2 emissions, and the connection between sustainability and technology. Orcan's ORC modules Orcan's ORC modules enable industrial companies to reduce the CO2 emissions of their plants Orcan Energy will d...

Mingyang Smart Energy celebrated the rollout of the MySE 12MW hybrid drive offshore wind turbine at its manufacturing base in Shanwei, Guangdong. MySE 12MW is an upgrade of the 11MW platform that integrates a variety of innovative technologies for efficient and reliable performance. First, the lubrication system is optimized and co-shared by the gearbox and generator. Second, dual-drive pitch control technology is suitable all kinds of extreme operation conditions. Third, multi-sensor wind me...

Global energy and climate leaders are gathering in Denmark for a major ministerial meeting that could drive urgently needed improvements in energy efficiency, with a new analysis by the International Energy Agency showing that stronger efficiency measures can reduce energy bills, fuel imports, and greenhouse gas emissions quickly and significantly. 7th Annual Global Conference on Energy Efficiency The IEA’s 7th Annual Global Conference on Energy Efficiency in Sønderborg, Denmark,...

At the ARC Forum 2022, taking place in Orlando, Florida, USA, Schneider Electric, the globally renowned company in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has announced collaboration with Intel, in order to extend EcoStruxure Automation Expert by creating a Distributed Control Node (DCN) software framework, complemented by an associated Intel processor-based DCN hardware offering. By combining the performance, security and deployment capabilities of Intel Edge Controls f...

Luminus Devices announces the launch and immediate availability of the MP-3030-110F flip-chip LEDs that enable the development of lighting solutions with maximum efficacy, brightness, and overall ruggedness. The flip-chip design means no wire bond, creating higher reliability, as well as enhanced sulfur resistance for robust performance ideal not only in horticulture applications, but also in outdoor and harsh lighting environment applications. Reliable Illumination Solution These LEDs provid...

Luminus Devices announces the launch and immediate availability of the MP-3030-110F flip-chip LEDs that enable the development of lighting solutions with maximum efficacy, brightness, and overall ruggedness. flip-chip design The flip-chip design means no wire bond, creating higher reliability, as well as enhanced sulfur resistance The flip-chip design means no wire bond, creating higher reliability, as well as enhanced sulfur resistance for robust performance ideal not only in horticulture ap...

RWE’s second and largest-to-date battery storage project has entered full operations in County Monaghan, Ireland. 60 MW facility The 60-megawatt (MW) facility, located at Lisdrumdoagh, (3km East of Monaghan town) is capable of providing the rapid delivery of electricity into the power grid to help balance intermittency in electricity generation. It also provides a short-term backup to help address power outages and maintain a more stable and secure electricity supply in Ireland. 8.5 MW...