Author: Kris Stewart

Atargis Energy’s Wave Converter Hits 1.96 MW—Is Ocean Power Finally Catching Its Big Break?

Atargis Energys Cycloidal Wave Energy Converter (CycWEC) has achieved a breakthrough with a 1:15-scale prototype delivering 150 W, hinting at a full-scale output of 1.96 MWthe highest ever claimed for wave energy. The system uses lift-based hydrofoils and a real-time algorithm to maximize efficiency while avoiding storm damage, potentially revolutionizing wave energy.

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The Future of Fuel: Can We Really Dredge on Liquid Hydrogen?

Dredging vessels account for 20% of the Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and Waterways CO2 emissions, but the worlds first liquid hydrogen-powered dredger, the LEAF-Hopper, aims to turn these polluters into climate pioneers. With operational costs still higher than diesel, the success of this experiment hinges on both technical feasibility and political will.

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The £100 Billion Boom: How the Highlands and Islands Are Becoming a Global Hotspot

Scotland is poised for an energy revolution with 251 renewable projects representing a potential 100.35 billion investment, which could create thousands of jobs and reshape the nation’s economy by 2040. The surge in green energy initiatives, from offshore wind to hydrogen hubs, highlights both opportunities and challenges, including the need for public co-investment to address infrastructure and skills gaps.

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ScottishPower Renewables and Enspec Double Down on Green Energy Pact

ScottishPower Renewables secured a four-year maintenance deal with Enspec Power Ltd to service reactive compensation equipment at its wind farms, ensuring stable grid operations across multiple UK sites. The agreement covers 10 wind farms with a combined 576 MW capacity, powering over 360,000 homes while emphasizing proactive maintenance to prevent costly downtime.

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