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𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐔𝐩: 𝐁𝐢𝐠 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤! Donald Trump’s victory stirs global energy shifts as European clean energy shares dip, while returning our attention to these shores, the National Energy System Operator has outlined the ambitious path to UK clean power by 2030. Andy Holyland, Managing Director of Opergy Net Zero, says: "Clean power 2030 is achievable! In reality, it has always been achievable but like so many ambitions and priorities, it relies on 'our choices'." There was also news from National Grid, which is reportedly eyeing up whether it could fast-track two power cable projects - one of which is the 114-mile Tilbury to Norwich scheme, which has attracted its fair share of opposition. Opergy Managing Director, Johnathan Reynolds, says bringing that and Sea Link forwards would be a "win-win" for energy security and sustainable economic growth and is "exactly the kind of forward-thinking commitment" that the UK's clean energy sector needs right now. Read more on these stories, as well as others featuring the Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult, EMEC: European Marine Energy Centre, SP Energy Networks, in our comprehensive update on all things energy, climate and innovation by visiting our website (link in comments). #TheCatchUp #TrumpElection #TidalPower #ScotlandEnergy #OffshoreWind #EnergyNews #LondonEmissions

Read the article at Recharge News, “Majorities of US coastal residents see offshore wind as essential for climate and jobs: survey,” by Tim Ferry—February 7, 2024. “Offshore wind enjoys broad bipartisan support from residents on all three US coastlines as a source of clean, reliable energy and jobs creation, a new survey by industry advocacy group Turn Forward and Climate Nexus found… [T]he survey found majorities of Democrats, Republicans, and Independents supported the sector, even in counties where construction activities will eventually occur. 'This poll shows that the American people see how essential this clean energy resource is,' said Stephanie McClellan, executive director of Turn Forward. 'Offshore wind energy is becoming an economic driver in the US, one that can deliver tens of thousands of good-paying jobs, boost local economies and create a more reliable and equitable energy system,' she added… Some 65% of coast residents support the Biden administration’s goal of building enough offshore wind energy to power 10 million homes by 2030… The administration is targeting 30GW of installed offshore wind capacity in US waters by 2030… Federal coastal energy regulator Bureau of Ocean Energy Management auctioned acreage facing California’s coastline holding some 7GW of potential capacity in 2022, with development activities already underway. California is targeting 25GW of floating wind by 2045…” See the full story below and at this link. https://lnkd.in/eKbq2tMK #offshorewind #floatingwind #cleanenergy #renewables #climate #offshorewindca #pacificoffshorewindsummit

A major milestone has been reached with the approval of a multi-billion pound subsea cable, set to create an "electric superhighway" between Scotland and England. This project will play a crucial role in the UK’s transition to renewable energy, enabling the transfer of vast amounts of electricity to where it’s needed most. https://lnkd.in/g9Ab9ynS 🔌 Key Highlights: - Two 315-mile cables will link Peterhead in Aberdeenshire to Drax in North Yorkshire, enhancing grid flexibility and energy security. - Capable of powering 2 million homes, the project is part of broader efforts to modernise the energy transmission network and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. - This is just the beginning, with more subsea links planned to further increase capacity and support the UK’s clean energy goals. #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #EnergyTransition #CleanEnergy #UKInfrastructure

It’s been good to be back in Oxford today at the annual Aurora Spring Forum. The conference always attracts very experienced speakers including Vattenfall’s senior vice president and head of strategic development, Andreas Regnell. He spoke on a panel about the opportunities and risks for offshore wind, and there was plenty to talk about. The challenges in building an offshore wind industry in the UK are well known - grid restrictions, a slow planning system, supply chain and skills/people squeezes, and lingering investor uncertainty. But there’s lots to be positive about too: the challenges are well known and industry, government and regulators are responding, and we have great wind resource and a very experienced sector. The offshore wind sector in the UK is most definitely here to stay. #Vattenfall #energytransition #offshorewind #AuroraSpringForum

Ralph Kurth was featured in T&D World where he talks about our role on the SunZia Transmission Project and how it is part of the largest clean #energy infrastructure initiative in US history. Check out the article here. #StantecEnergy #EnergyTransition

Ralph Kurth was featured in T&D World where he talks about our role on the SunZia Transmission Project and how it is part of the largest clean #energy infrastructure initiative in US history. Check out the article here. #StantecEnergy #EnergyTransition

The election of Donald Trump as president for a second term is likely to have significant implications for the clean energy and infrastructure sectors in the United States. While the election results have created uncertainty in the clean energy sector, many experts believe that the overall trend towards renewable energy will continue, driven by economic factors and existing momentum. Swipe through to learn more. #RenewableEnergy #OffshoreWind #CleanEnergy #FossilFuels #GreenEconomy #EnvironmentalPolicy #InflationReductionAct #ClimateAction #SustainableFuture #EnergyTransition #USElection #PresidentTrump

Ralph Kurth was featured in T&D World where he talks about our role on the SunZia Transmission Project and how it is part of the largest clean #energy infrastructure initiative in US history. Check out the article here. #StantecEnergy #EnergyTransition

Ralph Kurth was featured in T&D World where he talks about our role on the SunZia Transmission Project and how it is part of the largest clean #energy infrastructure initiative in US history. Check out the article here. #StantecEnergy #EnergyTransition

Ralph Kurth was featured in T&D World where he talks about our role on the SunZia Transmission Project and how it's part of the largest clean #energy infrastructure initiative in US history. Check out the article here. #StantecEnergy #EnergyTransition