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The battery site in Blackhillock. Image courtesy Zenobē. Zenobē, a UK owner and operator of batteries on the GB transmission network, has begun commercial operations of their battery site in Blackhillock, Scotland, which they call the largest in Europe, complete with grid stability services. The Blackhillock site is launching in two phases. This first phase…
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Nokia recently launched MX Context, a new solution that leverages sensor fusion technology to deliver AI-powered contextual awareness for industrial enterprises. Integrated into the Nokia Edge Compute and AI platform for industrial sites, MX Context processes large amounts of data from different sources, providing real-time actionable insights and intelligent automation to enable operational excellence and…
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Image: 123rf The planned investment needs in EU’s energy infrastructure are expected to grow significantly, new analysis indicates. With the estimated amount totalling over €2 trillion ($2.1 trillion) from 2024 to 2040, the vast majority is due to be directed towards electricity infrastructure, especially at the national level, the analysis prepared for the European Commission…
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Global Drain Technologies (GDT) has launched its new Circular Catch Basin for the 10,000 Series FoodSafe Slot Drain. Designed specifically for the food and beverage industries, this addition to GDT’s FoodSafe product line offers enhanced cleaning efficiency and superior water flow, catering to the stringent hygiene requirements of food production facilities. The new Circular Catch…
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Selmer rendering. Image courtesy ABB Zurich-based energy tech manufacturer ABB has announced two separate initiatives to expand operations in the US and in China: $120 million to expand transformer manufacturing and an acquisition of Siemens’ Wiring Accessories business respectively. ABB announced both the financing and acquisition today. The $120 million investment will go into two…
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Image courtesy 123rf Iberdrola-owned Electricity North West (ENW) has successfully dispatched flexibility in real time through Electron’s market platform, ElectronConnect. A fleet of energy assets operated by Flexibility Service Provider (FSP), Axle Energy, responded to the real-time dispatch instruction, adjusting electricity output within a 15 minute response time to help maintain distribution network stability and…
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When Dovecote Park, a major food processing plant in Yorkshire, UK, wanted to enhance its levels of fire safety, the company turned to the experience of its long-standing system integration partner WRS Solutions. Following a thorough review and analysis of Dovecote Park´s premises and equipment, WRS identified a number of concerns, the rectification of which…
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Image credit: Smart Energy International In an exclusive interview, Jaroslav Macek, CEO of Elevion Group, paints a vision of an end-to-end decarbonisation strategy, illustrating real-world examples. Highlighting innovative technologies, renewable energy solutions, policy initiatives, and investing in green energy infrastructure, Macek notes Europe’s obstacles and resilient energy system that supports economic growth. Watch the video…
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The UK’s National Oceanography Centre (NOC) has delivered a roadmap to guide how scientists observe the ocean to increase their understanding of the potential impacts of expanding offshore wind developments on the marine environment. The Scoping an Offshore Wind Sustained Observation Programme report was commissioned by the Scottish government’s Scottish Marine Energy Research (ScotMER) program,…
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The cost of living is now the top factor influencing consumer behaviour, followed closely by climate change, reveals new research commissioned by Pro Carton. The 2025 European Consumer Packaging Perceptions Survey, conducted among over 5,000 consumers across Germany, France, Italy, Spain, and the UK, explores shifting attitudes towards sustainability, packaging preferences, and the role of businesses…
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