by Lucia Colaluce | Oct 18, 2024
The North Sea stands as a strategic pillar for energy collaboration between the UK and the EU, driving the expansion of offshore wind energy. However, the success of this partnership will depend on the ability to overcome technical and financial challenges, ensuring a sustainable energy future for Europe.
by Lucia Colaluce | Oct 17, 2024
On October 2, 2024, Ursula von der Leyen and Keir Starmer reaffirmed their commitment to offshore wind energy. With 13.9 GW installed and 77 GW of projects in the UK’s pipeline, the alliance with the EU is key to strengthening energy security and accelerating the transition to clean energy in Europe, harnessing the potential of the North Sea.
by Lucia Colaluce | Oct 16, 2024
This new scheme, focused on long-duration electricity storage (LDES), proposes providing support for up to 25 years, aligning more with the lifespan of the projects. The national electricity system operator estimates that between 11.5 and 15.3 GW of LDES will be needed to achieve the net-zero targets by 2050.
by Lucia Colaluce | Oct 15, 2024
After several weeks of stability, green hydrogen prices have risen to 248.888 euros per MWh. There are expectations that new European measures may moderate this trend in the future.
by Lucia Colaluce | Oct 15, 2024
Neha Sinha, from Wärtsilä Energy Storage & Optimisation, presented innovative solutions to optimize BESS systems, highlighting how the reduction in battery costs allows for prioritizing hardware design and improving operational efficiency. System flexibility and real-time monitoring are key to maximizing performance and long-term sustainability.