The STERNA 2050 project, which will investigate the potential contribution of superconducting system technologies to security of supply, was officially launched on 25 October in Brussels at the headquarters of 3E, one of four Belgium partners alongside KULeuven University, DEME and UMICORE. The project is supported by the Belgium Government through the Energy Transition Fund … Read more
SuperNode has installed a state of the arts solar panel system at its Dublin headquarters, the European Cryogenic Centre for Superconductors. This installation is in line with SuperNode’s commitment to sustainability both in the development of its innovative superconducting transmission technology but also in its day-to-day business operations. A 50kWp solar panel system was installed … Read more
The Grid Report released this week by the IEA has shown clearly that investment in new technology for electrical grids will play a critical role in successfully transitioning to clean renewable energy. The report spells out the extent of development required for the decarbonisation of electricity grids and states that “an unprecedented level of attention … Read more
SuperNode today announced plans to continue its growth in Ireland through an investment of more than €40 million. This investment is intended to design, develop and manufacture High Temperature Superconducting (‘HTS’) cable systems. SuperNode is supported by the Irish Government through IDA Ireland. SuperNode, is a technology company with 60+ staff operating out of its … Read more
Together with Belgian partners, SuperNode Ltd, an Irish company developing cutting-edge energy transmission technology based on superconductivity, has won funding for a study assessing the impacts on Belgium’s economy of applying superconducting cable technology to support its transition to energy independence and a decarbonized economy. SuperNode is leading a consortium consisting of Belgian university KU … Read more
SuperNode, an Irish company developing cutting-edge energy transmission technology based on superconductivity are to purchase a pair of 30 kA current leads from Mark & Wedell. Mark & Wedell will design, develop and manufacture state-of-the-art current leads for the testing of Supernode’s superconducting cables. This partnership will help push the boundaries of superconductor technology for … Read more
SuperNode is proud to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious ‘Investors in Diversity Bronze’ accreditation. This recognition reinforces SuperNode’s commitment to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment as it continues to develop cutting-edge superconducting electricity transmission cables for a successful energy transition based on renewable energy. Commenting on the accreditation, CEO John … Read more
SuperNode is thrilled to welcome the news of Ireland’s first ever offshore wind auction. The provisional results are a huge milestone for renewable energy and a significant step towards achieving the Government’s target of 5 GW of offshore wind energy for connection to the grid by the end of 2030. Philip McCann, SuperNode Communications Officer, … Read more
Simon Coveney Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment has announced a National Industrial Strategy for Offshore Wind, to be published in early 2024. This is a highly significant step for Ireland to progress its ambitious renewable energy targets – 5GW of offshore by 2030 and at least 37GW by 2050. John Fitzgerald, SuperNode CEO, expressed … Read more
SuperNode CEO John Fitzgerald, yesterday attended the Ostend North Seas Energy Summit along with the Heads of State & Government of Belgium, Denmark, Germany, France, Ireland, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, and the UK. The Ostend Summit also gathered European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, the energy ministers of the 9 nations in the largest … Read more