Response to European Commission Startup and Scaleup Strategy

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SuperNode, the developer of superconducting cable technologies, has responded to the European Commission’s call for evidence on a EU Start-up and Scale-up Strategy. SuperNode agrees with the European Commission’s stocktaking that “the full benefits of the energy transition will only materialise when zero- and low-carbon technologies will more permanently replace fossil fuels, and when major … Read more

New EU Commission puts electrification, grids and innovation at the centre of its competitiveness and growth strategy  

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The European Commission has published its new overarching growth strategy “The Clean Industrial Deal”, supported by an “Action Plan on Affordable Energy”, intended to accelerate electrification, reduce energy costs and speed up structural reforms. The Clean Industrial Deal integrates climate action and competitiveness in an overarching growth strategy intended to ensure “a sustainable future for … Read more

CurrENT response to the EC’s public consultation on primarily used components under the Net-Zero Industry Act.

CurrENT – the European association for innovative grid technologies, of which SuperNode is a founding member – has submitted a response to the European Commission’s public consultation on primarily used components under the Net-Zero Industry Act. In its response, CurrENT has called for the inclusion of components in superconducting cable technology, such as those developed … Read more

EU Competitiveness Compass & Superconducting Cable Technology 

Last week’s EU Competitiveness Compass rightly recognises that updating energy infrastructure and electricity grids is essential for Europe’s competitiveness. SuperNode welcomes this focus; without cutting-edge grid innovation and high-capacity technology, Europe will fall behind.  SuperNode CEO, John Fitzgerald, said: “If Europe is serious about competitiveness, we must invest in the infrastructure that will power our … Read more

Listen to SuperNode CEO on the Redefining Energy Tech Podcast

SuperNode CEO John Fitzgerald recently joined Michael Barnard on the Redefining Energy Tech podcast for an insightful two-part discussion about the future of energy transmission and the transformative potential of superconducting cable technology.  🎧 Listen to Part 1 and Part 2.  In Part 1, John shares insights from his journey in energy, from leading the … Read more

SuperNode Retains ‘Great Place to Work’ Certification for Third Year in a Row

SuperNode has been successfully awarded a ‘Great Place to Work’ certification for the third year running. Global, independent certifying body ‘Great Place to Work’ has deemed SuperNode to be a ‘Great Place to Work’ after receiving exceptional results in an anonymous staff survey. CEO John Fitzgerald was thrilled with the official accreditation, stating that: “We are delighted to be … Read more

European Commission: Response to Public Consultation on Energy Security Fitness Check

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SuperNode has submitted a response to the European Commission’s public consultation on the energy security evaluation, emphasising the need to accelerate Europe’s transition to secure, independent and decarbonised energy systems. Supernode’s response highlights that Europe’s longstanding reliance on imported fossil fuels remains a significant vulnerability, as evidenced by over €200 billion spent on Russian oil … Read more

SuperNode Partners with National Grid to Develop Industry Standards for High-Temperature Superconducting Cables in the UK Grid

Close-up of SuperNode's superconducting cable, showing silver and bronze parts of the cable as it is manufactured

SuperNode is delighted to announce its participation in a National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET)-led Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF) Alpha Round 3 competition project. The project, titled “Assessment of Superconducting Technologies for Standards Development,” will focus on addressing the technical challenges in deploying high-temperature superconducting (HTS) systems. It will identify what standards for HTS direct current … Read more

Brussels Launch for “Supergrid – Super Solution” with Belgian Energy Minister Tinne Van der Straeten and Irish MEP Barry Andrews

“A supergrid will not only unlock access to renewable energy, but also ensure a more secure and stable energy supply across the continent.” This was the key message from Belgian Energy Minister, Tinne Van der Straeten at the Brussels launch of the new edition of Supergrid Super Solution: A Handbook for Energy Independence and a … Read more