Aikido Technologies and Norways METCentre are partnering to deploy the 15MW AO60, a modular floating wind platform that could drastically cut costs and reshape offshore energy by 2027. The innovative design uses just 13 steel parts and pin joints for rapid assembly, offering a potential game-changer for the floating wind industry.
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Polands first offshore wind farm operations and maintenance base has opened in Leba, marking a pivotal step for the Baltic Power project and Polands push into renewable energy. The facility will support 15 MW turbines, generating enough electricity to power over a million homes while cutting CO emissions significantly.
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Hydropower is projected to increase by 7.5% in 2025 but will still fall 2.4% below the 10-year average, highlighting ongoing challenges from climate extremes and regional disparities. Despite some reservoir gains, early snowpack melts and uneven precipitation continue to strain output, raising questions about hydropower’s long-term role in the energy transition.
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French renewables firm Qair has begun construction on two hybrid solar power plants in Chad, combining 15 MWp of solar generation with 4 MW/4 MWh battery storage each, potentially transforming energy access in a country where only 11% of the population has electricity. The project will create 300 construction jobs and 50 permanent roles while serving as a model for decentralized renewables in Africa.
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Kongsberg Maritime has unveiled an electric towing winch that revolutionizes harbor operations with cutting-edge efficiency and a reduced environmental footprint, offering up to 35 tons of pulling force without traditional hydraulic systems. The winch features smart controls, real-time data monitoring, and future-proof tech, making it a sustainable long-term investment for tug operators.
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