Energy
Most Popular Energy Source? Everyone Loves Solar
A recent survey shows yet again that solar panels (and wind turbines) have a level of bipartisan popularity that would be the envy of any politician. That means we’ll have something safe to talk about at the next barbecue after…
Smart LEDs to Light Up Edinburgh Streets
Smart controls are to be deployed for around 64,000 LED lights that are being rolled out in the city of Edinburgh. Telensa is installing a wireless central management system that enables centralised remote control of the lighting, providing real-time monitoring…
Good Job, Sweden: Sweden Is on Track to Meet Its 2030 Renewable Energy Goals This Year
Sweden’s ambitious goal to provide renewable and affordable energy by 2030 is expected to become reality a little ahead of schedule. The Swedish Wind Power Association (SWPA) says its members are on track to generate 18 terawatt-hours of electricity every…
This Floating Park in Rotterdam is Made from Recycled Plastic Waste
More than 1,000 square feet of plastic ultimately destined to pollute the ocean is getting a second lease on life in Rotterdam. On July 4, 2018, Recycled Island Foundation opened its prototype to the public: a floating park made entirely…
UK Hits Milestone of 1,000 Coal-Free Hours
The UK has gone a thousand hours without needing coal generation so far this year. That’s according to new figures released by MyGridGB, which show the country hit the milestone. The data shows the amount of coal-free time in 2018…
Ireland Becomes World’s First Country to Divest from Fossil Fuels
The Republic of Ireland will become the world’s first country to sell off its investments in fossil fuel companies, after a bill was passed with all-party support in the lower house of parliament. The state’s €8bn national investment fund will…
New York State to Procure 800MW of Offshore Wind Power
New York State has announced a plan to procure around 800MW of offshore wind power by 2019. Governor Andrew M. Cuomo said the move would support its goals of owning 2,400MW of new offshore wind generation by 2030, enough to…