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Scotland leads the global energy transformation with a focus on tidal energy innovation.🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 - At the forefront is the MeyGen project in the Pentland Firth, the world's largest tidal stream initiative. This project has already contributed over 70 GWh of clean electricity to the grid, showcasing the potential of tidal energy. - Tidal energy stands out for its 100% predictability, ensuring a constant and reliable source of renewable energy twice a day, every day. This reliability sets it apart from solar or wind power. - Scotland's progress in tidal energy not only promotes clean power but also drives job creation, export opportunities, and serves as a blueprint for nations with extensive coastlines. The historical connection of Scotland to the sea now intertwines with its sustainable future, paving the way for a greener tomorrow. #TidalEnergy #BlueEconomy #RenewableEnergy #CleanTech #SustainableFuture #Scotland

I was delighted to attend the Onshore Wind Energy Conference and to hear UK Energy Minister Michael Shanks speaking at the Onshore Wind Conference in Edinburgh today, co-hosted by Scottish Renewables and RenewableUK (16–17 Sept, EICC). His message was clear: clean power is a major economic opportunity and onshore wind is pivotal—with industry and government working together to accelerate delivery. He also made a point of walking the exhibition floor and stopping by the Pegasus Group stand to engage with planners and environmental consultants working on wind energy schemes—underlining how central planning and consenting are to getting projects built. From a planning & environmental perspective, the priorities are clear: faster consenting, timely grid upgrades, and supply-chain readiness, alongside robust approaches to biodiversity and community engagement and benefits. My main takeaway is that consenting and grid remain the decisive pinch points. That means: • Efficient, proportionate assessment – so projects can progress at pace while protecting landscape and biodiversity. • Early, integrated planning with grid upgrades – so communities and habitats aren’t left behind as infrastructure rolls out. The momentum is there—now it’s about turning ambition into well-designed projects delivered on the ground. With government, developers, and planners all pulling in the same direction, what practical step do you think could make the biggest difference in the next 12–18 months? Pegasus Group had an exhibition stand and hosted a social get together for clients and colleagues. Great fun evening together ! #OnshoreWind #Renewables #Planning #Grid #NetZero #CleanGrowth #ScottishRenewables #RenewableUK #EnergyTransition #PegasusGroup #MichaelShanks

⚡ Germany’s Renewable Expansion: Progress and Next Steps In 2024, Germany commissioned nearly 20 GW of new renewable capacity — with solar PV making up the majority of growth. A remarkable achievement, but to stay on track for the 2030 climate and energy targets, annual additions must increase further. As the government prepares its “reality check” report, two priorities are clear across the energy sector: ✅ Sustain high levels of renewable deployment ✅ Advance grid expansion, storage, and digitalisation in parallel At Green Enesys, we are contributing to this transformation by combining capacity growth with systemic integration. Our portfolio includes: ☀️ Large-scale solar parks 🔥 Thermal storage technologies via our joint venture Brenmiller Europe ⚡ Power-to-X projects such as green hydrogen & e-methanol (SolWinHy Project in Spain) These initiatives not only accelerate renewable deployment but also strengthen system reliability and resilience. The transition to climate neutrality demands both rapid expansion and intelligent integration — and that’s the path we’re committed to driving. 🔗 Source: Clean Energy Wire – Full article here: https://lnkd.in/djbGJyrT #GreenEnesys #RenewableEnergy #Solar #Wind #EnergyTransition #Germany #Hydrogen #EMethanol #ThermalStorage

🌍 We're using the occasion of National Clean Energy Week (#NCEW25) to highlight a few Envision-verified projects that have successfully integrated renewable energy solutions! Infrastructure development is one of the largest sources of emissions — but AEC professionals have powerful tools to change that. One of those tools is Envision®, which helps teams embed sustainability and resilience into capital projects. Consider credits like: ⚡ CR1.2 – Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions 🌫️ CR1.3 – Reduce Air Pollutant Emissions 🔋 RA2.3 – Apply Renewable Energy Even when renewable energy isn’t a top goal at the start of planning, it remains essential since there often are significant operational energy demands over the project lifecycle to think about. Meeting operational energy needs using renewables can support resilience goals and zero-carbon and decarbonization targets. Check out our NCEW25 blog post for a selection of recent projects that highlighted a renewables component: "Clear Goals, Clean Energy: Powering Infrastructure with Renewables." https://lnkd.in/ecgqQhD4 #NationalCleanEnergyWeek #SustainableInfrastructure #Envision #Decarbonization #RenewableEnergy

Brazil is rapidly expanding solar and wind power to meet its clean energy goals. But poor land management has made renewables the second leading cause of deforestation in the Caatinga biome as of 2022. This highlights a critical challenge: how can we accelerate the energy transition without sacrificing ecosystems and communities? The answer lies in smarter siting. Our New Futures Fellow Dani Laforce created this powerful infographic and highlighted the path forward for renewable energy development in Brazil. #EnergyJustice #CommonGrounds #CleanEnergy #Sustainability

Portugal is turning this idea into reality with an exciting renewable breakthrough: floating buoys that literally ride the waves to generate electricity. 🌍⚙️ Unlike solar or wind, ocean waves don’t take breaks—making this one of the most consistent and reliable sources of clean energy on the planet. No emissions, no land use, no disruption to marine life. Just pure, wave-powered innovation. 🌊💡 This tech could soon power thousands of coastal homes—and reshape how we think about renewable energy. ⚡The next green revolution may rise with the tides. #WaveEnergy #BlueEconomy #PortugalInnovation #CleanTech #OceanPower #SustainableFuture #GreenEnergy #ClimateSolutions #EU #Renewables #EnergyTransition #NetZero #ClimateAction #portugal #renewableenergy

🌱 Delivering Net Zero in Scotland 🌱 Our Glasgow EIA and Environmental Management team are having an exceptionally busy year supporting the delivery of major renewable energy projects across Scotland. So far in 2025, we have submitted: ✅ 5 Section 36 applications – Allt an Tuir Renewable Energy Park, Harestanes West Windfarm, Balblair Wind Farm, Millennium East Wind Farm, Lynemore Wind Farm ✅ 1 TCPA application – Beinn Ghlas Wind Farm repowering project That represents applications for: ⚡ 362 MW of onshore wind 🔋 92 MW of battery energy storage (BESS) ☀️ 30 MW of solar If even a proportion of these projects are consented and built, they will make a significant contribution to Scotland’s Net Zero targets and the UK’s wider clean energy transition. Alongside these projects, our teams are also supporting colleagues delivering onshore wind EIAs across the UK, as well as projects in electricity transmission and hydrogen. At RSK Environment, we are proud to play our part in enabling the transition to a low-carbon future — helping clients bring forward the renewable infrastructure that will power generations to come. Please do drop us a message if you'd like to discuss a project  📣 Joe Somerville #renewables #scotland #netzero

Big news from GE Vernova Wind!! We’re teaming up with Prokon Regenerative Energien eG to supercharge Germany’s energy future—repowering the Fleetmark wind farm with eight high-performance 6MW-164m workhorse turbines, built at our Salzbergen facility. This is more than a deal—it’s proof of our commitment to reliability, innovation, and accelerating #Germany’s push for 80% renewable energy by 2030. Our proven technology and strong local footprint mean more clean power, delivered faster. Together, we’re empowering communities, boosting sustainability, and making real progress in the energy transition. The future is now! 🌎 🎈Read the announcement linked in the comments below for all the details.  #GEVernova #FutureofEnergy #HusumWind #Electrifyanddecarbonize #Energyofchange #WindEnergy #WeAreHusumWind  #Prokon

Humber green industry The Humber is transforming into the UK’s green energy capital with offshore wind hubs and hydrogen pilots. #CleanEnergy #Hydrogen #OffshoreWind #BritainAtItsBest #Innovation #Jobs #UK #PositivelyBritish Energy Institute - Humber Community Humber Energy Board Humber Marine and Renewables Future Humber RenewableUK National Grid Department for Energy Security and Net Zero

£9bn of decarbonisation and renewable energy opportunities in Wales have been highlighted in a series of maps produced by Net Zero Industry Wales (NZIW) and RenewableUK Cymru. The £9bn is formed of £6.9bn, which “could be added to the Welsh economy over the next decade,” and “£2.1bn which could be saved by avoiding further de-industrialisation through investment in low-carbon technologies and infrastructure”, NZIW said. NZIW is a not-for-profit body which provides “independent guidance and support to Welsh industries in their transition to delivering net zero,” according to the group, while RenewableUK Cymru represents the interests of the wind energy industry. The maps have been published as part of a project called ‘Wales Clean Growth Map’, which overlays the Senedd’s new 16 constituencies that will be contested at the 2026 election. A key political pitch made by NZIW and RenewableUK Cymru via the map to stakeholders is the map showing the potential jobs and GVA which could be created “by 2035 if we maximise renewables” – which means increasing investment in renewables and overcoming any relevant planning system hurdles. www.newcivilengineer.com