Renewable energy
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The European Commission has developed guidance restricting EU-backed energy projects from using inverters supplied by high-risk countries.
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NESO ran Britain’s electricity grid at 98.8% zero-carbon for a short period on 22 April, while gas fell to a historic low.
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DTEK is advancing the 650MW Poltavska wind farm in central Ukraine, adding large-scale renewable capacity as the country rebuilds and diversifies a power system operating under wartime pressure.
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Fred. Olsen Seawind is taking full ownership of Muir Mhòr, keeping the floating offshore wind project on track through consent and development as Scotland’s first commercial-scale floating schemes move closer to market.
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Ireland’s offshore grid build-out is moving into procurement detail. EirGrid’s Tonn Nua package places offshore substations and associated HV systems into sharper focus.
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RES is backing wind sector recruitment through student engagement. The programme links future talent directly with operations, careers, and the wider energy transition.
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A strategic supplier model is moving deeper into offshore wind. Hitachi Energy and Ørsted are formalising a longer-term approach to integrated electrical system delivery.
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WindEurope is pressing for faster grids and electrification action. Its Madrid package ties investment, permitting, and manufacturing directly to power system competitiveness.
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HDM Solar is extending its branch network into Scotland. The Livingston site combines local stockholding with hands-on installer training and technical support.
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Nadara has submitted Bellrock’s offshore generation consent applications in Scotland. The 1.8GW floating wind project would connect into the national transmission system through Aberdeenshire.