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Image: 123RF Energy demand of data centres globally may increase by up to 300% by 2026 the IEA has reported in its mid-year electricity update. The IEA’s previous best estimate for the electricity consumption of data centres – excluding cryptocurrencies – was about 1-1.3% of global electricity demand in 2022 and its recent projections suggest…
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Bute Island Foods’ plant-based alternative to cheese brand, Sheese, has partnered with plant-based recipe platform, BOSH! to create a quartet of recipes showcasing the versatility and meltability of the Sheese range. The featured recipes include: 1. Air Fried Crispy Cajun Cauliflower Steak Burger 2. Sheese and Sticky Date with Tamarind Chutney Toastie 3. Sheesy Stuffed…
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Project Chevire mockup. Image courtesy Harmony Energy British battery storage developer Harmony Energy is set to deliver what they call France’s largest battery energy storage system (BESS)—the Cheviré battery project – using Tesla Megapack technology. According to the company in a release, the project will mark a significant milestone for the French energy system, being…
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Image: stc Kuwait telco stc is to supply 500,000 smart electricity meters to the Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy (MEW) for the second phase rollout. Along with the smart meters, stc is contracted to supply components including circuit breakers and transformers. The smart meter initiative, which is expected to lead to a nationwide…
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Kentish Oils and Condiments move into a purpose-built, state-of-the art factory near Sandwich, Kent, is positioning the cold-pressed oil producer to grow with demand. The factory build comes after a period of substantial growth, having won two large new contracts with Cook, the award-winning frozen ready meal manufacturer based in Sittingbourne and Higgidy Pies, a…
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Research from Driscoll’s has revealed 91% of Brits prefer British cherries, also valuing taste and freshness (89%) and supporting local farmers (76%). According to the berries’ seller, demand is increasing for several reasons including: Freshness and flavour: locally grown cherries, harvested at their peak, offer unmatched taste and nutritional value. They spend less time in…
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The growth of the food and drink sector has been slow compared to other industries in recent years, according to Shaun Browne, a managing director and co-head of corporate finance, Europe, at Houlihan Lokey, who believes this is limiting its appeal to external investors. Recent data shows that investment in the F&B sector declined by…
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Empire Energy’s Offshore Division, an offshore wind EPC firm, has partnered with Largo Concrete, a structural concrete contractor, to support the growth of offshore wind sector. The partnership will leverage Empire Energy Offshore’s project portfolio and deep industry knowledge alongside Largo’s concrete expertise to drive innovative solutions and sustainable infrastructure in the growing offshore wind…
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Electric propulsion specialist ePropulsion has collaborated with French boat rental company Les Canalous to create an electric canal boat. ePropulsion has upgraded the La Péniche S, a six-cabin hybrid vessel accommodating up to 12 guests. The La Péniche S is powered by ePropulsion’s I-20 inboard motor, delivering a maximum input power of 20kW. The vessel…
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Image courtesy Relode Relode, a specialist electricity infrastructure developer headquartered in the UK, has announced plans to develop a UK-wide network of gigawatt-scale Power Parks, simplifying access to power for businesses and meeting rising demand for electricity in the race to net zero. The company’s network of Power Parks will open-up gigawatt-scale grid connections to…
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