Author: Anela Dokso

e5 Lab has started developing the ROBOSHIP, the standard models of electrically powered vessels to realize zero emissions, as well as an integrated system called the ‘ROBOSHIP BOX’, which brings together telecommunications, the Internet of Things (IoT), and software. Through this initiative, e5 Lab is working to address critical issues facing Japan’s ocean shipping and maritime industries, including a shortage of seafarers, environmental concerns, safety, and the sustainable growth of the shipbuilding/ship machinery sectors. With strategic partners in Japan and overseas, the development project team targets the commercialization of electric-powered merchant vessels that adopt world-class propulsion systems at the most competitive price…

Helios Infrastructure (Helios), a joint venture between Nationwide and Sol Systems, has completed project purchase from Cypress Creek Renewables. The $200+ million portfolio spans 20 projects across North Carolina, of which 97 MW are operational and 51 MW are under construction. The portfolio is primarily composed of utility-scale assets selling energy to utilities, municipal customers, and universities. “Helios was created with a vision of developing and owning solar projects. We look forward to seeing the positive environmental and economic benefits these projects will bring to the communities they serve.”Clark Lloyd, Nationwide Investments solar equity portfolio manager. In June 2018, Helios…

Ocean Power Technologies (OPT) has established an office in Houston, Texas, in support of Gulf of Mexico and broader U.S. and South American opportunities. The new OPT office will serve as the base for the company’s regional sales and business development activities, headed by OPT’s VP Global Business Development Philipp Stratmann and senior director of Sales, David Marchetti.  In addition, the new Houston office also enables OPT program managers, engineers, and field operations personnel to collaborate with customer project teams. “Houston is the home of many global oil and gas operations and related offshore industries, and is a hub of energy innovation, human capital, and investment. As we expand our…

Cypress Creek Renewables has sold the 63MW Madison Solar project in Orange County, Virginia, to Dominion Energy. The solar project, which was developed by Cypress Creek and will be owned and operated by Dominion Generation, a subsidiary of Dominion Energy, is expected to break ground in early 2021.  Falls Church-based Northrop Grumman Corporation anticipates that the facility, under long-term agreements, will provide enough renewable power to the grid to match 100 percent of its Virginia manufacturing and office operations’ electricity use.  “Our mission of powering a sustainable future one project at a time drives us to create valuable partnerships and projects.…

Ocean Power Technologies’ (OPT) PB3 PowerBuoy operating in the Adriatic Sea has surpassed 600 days of continuous operation for Eni’s Phase 1 resident autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) project. “The PB3 PowerBuoy continues to validate its durability as a proven marine power asset. The Adriatic Sea mission exemplifies the PB3’s capabilities in real-time and is an ongoing testament to OPT’s ability to deliver established technologies, constantly reinforcing our standing as a leader in offshore power solutions able to meet the unique needs of our customers.”George H. Kirby, president and CEO of OPT. Initially leased by Eni in 2018 for an 18-month…

SunSpec Alliance (SunSpec) has joined the Energy Web as a member. The two organizations also signed a strategic partnership to co-develop digital standards, protocols, solutions, and certifications that support ‘plug & play’ system interoperability for solar PV and battery energy storage technologies. Together they’ll enlist energy market participants such as grid operators, renewable energy developers, and distributed energy resource (DER) providers for projects focused on digitalization and grid integration of DERs. SunSpec is a trade alliance of roughly 100 solar and storage companies spanning Asia, Europe, and North America, including industry majors such as Canadian Solar, LG Electronics, NexTracker, Pika Energy (Generac), Q Cells…

OWC has secured a framework agreement from Mayflower Wind, the 50/50 joint venture between Shell and EDP Renewables, for the provision of engineering support to the US wind farm development. OWC’s scope of work awarded to date is to provide electrical, SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition) and power systems support to the offshore wind development. The company has not disclosed the value of the agreement. “Over the past few years, we have established offices in Boston and New York to support offshore wind developers along the US east coast. The Mayflower Wind frame agreement confirms that we are providing…

Trina Solar has signed an investment cooperation agreement with the Management Committee of Yancheng Economic and Technological Development Zone in Jiangsu province to expand its manufacturing capacity of 210mm solar cells. In line with Tina Solar’s strategies, the company will add 7.6GW in annual production capacity at its Yancheng production site, and will increase 2.5GW cell capacity outside of China.  Another 2.4GW of existing production capacity at the Yancheng site will be upgraded. With other new production capacity and upgrading existing production capacity, the company’s annual production capacity will reach 26GW with 70% Ultra-High-Efficient 210mm cell by end of next year. The 10GW 210mm cells will…

BayWa r.e. Solar Systems, a U.S. distributor of top-tier solar and energy storage components and systems, has partnered with Generac Power Systems, a global designer and manufacturer of energy technology solutions and other power products. BayWa r.e has added Generac’s advanced PWRcell battery system and integrated energy storage ecosystem components to its distribution line card for its nationwide network of residential solar contractors. As part of the agreement, Generac will provide its in-depth installer training program, which is focused on ensuring maximum code compliance and aligns with BayWa r.e.’s focus on facilitating high-quality installations by well-trained contractors to support a…

Blue Gem Wind, the joint venture between Total and Simply Blue Energy, has secured seabed rights to develop Wales’ first floating offshore wind farm. The Crown Estate, which acts as manager of the seabed around Wales, England and Northern Ireland, has awarded seabed rights, in relation to the 96 MW Erebus floating wind demonstration project, located approximately 44km off the Pembrokeshire coastline. “We are incredibly pleased to sign the Agreement for Lease for Erebus. This first project in Wales will begin to unlock the significant potential of floating wind in the Celtic Sea. It is the first of the stepping-stone…