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AW-Energy’s WaveRoller using the endless energy of the ocean’s waves to generate electricity at new SURGE 2 Project in Peniche, Portugal

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WaveRoller provides a reliable and predictable source of renewable energy to the energy system that compliments more intermittent technologies such as wind and solar. WaveRoller taps the unused ocean energy resource that is readily available also for many locations where other renewable energy sources cannot be fully utilized due to limited available on-shore area or … Read more

BG Energy Solutions accelerates growth with opening of new London office

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  BG Energy Solutions (BGES), one of the UK’s leading independent BMS and energy management companies, has strengthened its national presence with the opening of a new office in London, it announced today (Monday 29th April). The award-winning business has been headquartered in Sheffield since it was established in 1995, where today it employs over 50 … Read more

ENERGY CORK FOCUSES ON IRELAND’S ENERGY SECURITY IN A LOW CARBON FUTURE

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Promoting decarbonisation and climate action, while managing energy supply for industry and citizens, is critical to Ireland’s future success and sustainability, and it is the focus of the Energy Cork 2019 Annual Conference.  Taking place at the Clayton Hotel Cork City on 17 May, this year’s conference addresses the dual challenges of Ireland’s Energy Security … Read more

SEAI leads €2.6million European project to unlock potential of ocean energy

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The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) is leading a new pan-European project, Ocean Power Innovation Network (OPIN), which aims to accelerate the development of the ocean energy sector. With a three year budget of €2.6 million, SEAI will partner with organisations in the UK, Belgium, France, Germany and the Netherlands to explore ways to … Read more

EU approves Irish State aid for renewable heat technologies

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The European Commission has approved Irish state aid for renewable heat generation from technologies including biomass and anaerobic digestion. Having assessed the scheme, the commission found it to be proportionate as the payments granted to beneficiaries won’t lead to overcompensation in the market. State aid in the European Union is prohibited unless it can be justified by reasons of … Read more

EDPAC INTERNATIONAL DOUBLES MANUFACTURING PLANT AND ANNOUNCE 50 NEW JOBS

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Data Centre and Air Cooling Systems manufacturer, EDPAC International, has announced the creation of 50 new jobs as An Tanaiste Simon Coveney TD officially opened the company’s newly extended manufacturing plant in Carrigaline, Co. Cork today (Friday). The Irish owned company has an impressive client list, with installations at Doha Airport, Qatar’s Al Wakra Stadium, … Read more

Dublin hosts bootcamp event for 30 global energy start-ups

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Thirty energy start-ups from across the globe have descended upon Dublin to compete in an intensive bootcamp event, with each vying for a spot on the international Free Electrons Programme. Hosted by ESB, the start-ups will pitch their market-ready solutions to 10 global utilities and industry experts. Following the bootcamp, 12 companies will be selected … Read more