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  • Unreliable renewables: The challenge of metering intermittent energy sources

    Unlike Traditional Power Sources, Renewable Sources Such As Solar And Wind Power Are Intermittent, Which Means That They Do Not Produce A Consistently Reliable Output (symbol Image, Credit CLOU) With the continued growth of renewable energy sources, traditional methods of electricity metering are becoming less effective. Unlike traditional power sources, renewable sources such as solar…


  • Britain’s proposed hydrogen village trial scrapped

    Image: NGN The British government has announced that the proposed hydrogen heating village trial in Redcar cannot go ahead as the main source of hydrogen supply will not be available. As such, the government in a statement says it is not in a position to provide support for the trial, which was being advanced by…


  • UK Network Association calls for operators and authorities to collaborate on net zero plans

    Image courtesy ENA The UK’s Energy Networks Association (ENA), in partnership with non-profit market insights provider Regen, has outlined how and why electricity and gas network operators should work more closely with local authorities to develop and deliver net zero plans. The partners, in their report, Collaborating for Local Net Zero Planning and Delivery, set…


  • Digitalisation creating new techjobs in industries – Schneider Electric study

    New research from Schneider Electric has revealed that almost half (45%) of industrial companies believe digitalisation will be the primary reason that new operational technology (OT) job roles will be created in the next three years. The research, commissioned by Schneider Electric and carried out by Omdia, polled 407 industrial companies ranging from small and medium enterprises…


  • Puerto Rico’s 1.5 million smart meter replacement get go ahead

    Image: Luma Puerto Rico utility Luma’s smart meters will replace the almost 1.5 million meters that were damaged by Hurricane Maria in September 2017. The programme, which was announced in September, has now been approved, with the allocation of over $786 million by the US Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as part of its accelerated…


  • Aker Solutions Awarded North Sea Decom Work

    OE staff Dec 15, 2023 (Photo: Aker Solutions) Aker Solutions on Friday announced it has been awarded a contract for the dismantling and recycling of a platform topside and jacket in the North Sea area. The Norway-based company did not specify the name of the platform, but said the project consists of a topside with…


  • Smart grid – technologies for the future

    Image Credit: Capgemini Today’s power grid operators have a vital role to play in the successful transition to the clean and sustainable energy future that we all want, and our warming planet desperately needs. Transmission system operators (TSOs) and distribution system operators (DSOs) are racing against time to adapt to the most complex mix of…


  • Comparing Health Plans: What to Look for in Coverage and Cost

    Selecting the right health plan is a crucial decision that directly impacts your access to healthcare services and the financial burden of medical expenses. With a multitude of health plans available, each offering different levels of coverage and costs, navigating this complex landscape can be overwhelming. In this comprehensive guide, we will walk you through…


  • ABS approves Lateral Naval Architects’ methanol-fueled, 70-meter superyacht design

    Lateral Naval Architects has received approval in principle (AIP) from ABS for its new design of a methanol-fueled, 70-meter superyacht. Lateral’s design focuses on reducing carbon emissions by using alternative fuels, specifically green methanol. ABS reviewed the design utilizing its Requirements for Methanol and Ethanol Fueled Vessels. Daniele Bottino, manager of business development and yacht sector…


  • Döhler welcomes Frikos to expand and diversify portfolio

    Döhler has acquired Frikos, a Serbian company renowned for its expertise in premium quality freeze-dried fruits. This acquisition marks a significant step in enhancing Döhler’s strategic product portfolio, particularly in the area of organic red berries. Located two hours southwest of Belgrade, Serbia, in the heart of the raspberry cultivation region, Frikos has been at…