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SuperNode and CERN collaborate on new solutions for renewable energy transmission

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SuperNode, an Irish company developing cutting-edge energy transmission technology based on superconductivity, and CERN, the European Laboratory for Particle Physics, started a collaboration to develop a novel insulation for superconducting cables, in an effort to improve energy transmission and accelerate the renewable energy transition. “We are thrilled to announce our partnership with such an esteemed … Read more

Eddie O’Connor launches book on Irish offshore wind potential, calls for Dept of Taoiseach-led approach

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Move must happen to overcome bureaucratic inertia that is stifling pace of delivery Ireland targets 5GW by 2030 but has 100 times capacity of Germany which targets 40GW by 2035 Responsibility for harnessing “the greatest opportunity in the history of the State” – floating wind energy generation on the Atlantic seaboard – should be handed … Read more

SuperNode secures €16 million additional funding from shareholders

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SuperNode shareholders Aker Horizons and Dr. Eddie O’Connor have committed to inject €16 million of additional funding into SuperNode Ltd. This funding will be used for the further development of innovative superconducting transmission technology. SuperNode CEO John Fitzgerald said: “We express our appreciation for the endorsement and backing of esteemed investors like Aker Horizons and … Read more

CurrENT and SuperNode support EU call for anticipatory investments in long term grid planning

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In a response, currENT, the European association of innovative grid technology companies, of which SuperNode is a founding member, welcomes the European Commission’s proposal for revising the Electricity Market Design, which focuses on optimising the existing electricity grid to support the transition to a decarbonised electricity market. According to John Fitzgerald, CEO of SuperNode, “Proper … Read more

EU ETS Innovation Fund Survey: Testing of market needs in relation to the EU ETS Innovation Fund and the revision of its legal basis

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SuperNode has responded to a European Commission survey on its flagship innovation vehicle, the EU ETS Innovation Fund, prior to a planned revision of the regulation governing its functioning. This decade, the Innovation Fund will provide some €40 billion for commercial demonstration of innovative technologies, aiming to bring to the market industrial solutions to decarbonise … Read more

ESB: Innovation to Deliver the Electricity Network for a Clean Electric Future

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SuperNode has responded to ESB’s Annual Innovation Public Consultation, highlighting the need for Ireland to proactively adopt transformative technologies such as superconducting cables to achieve its climate and energy goals. Philip McCann, who led SuperNode’s response says, “We must have a clear vision of what the energy system in 2050 looks like, and how to … Read more

Pan-European Supergrid can reduce costs by up to 39%, says UCD model

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An interconnected pan-European energy system can reduce costs by up to 39% when compared to a Business-as-Usual approach, according to a model produced by UCD with further analysis from SuperNode. The new sensitivity analysis was presented at Engineers Ireland on 1st of March by SuperNode Market and Policy Analyst Marcos Byrne and Director of the … Read more

European Supergrid the ‘only way to go’, says Tanáiste during Eddie O’Connor book launch

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SuperNode founder and Chair Dr. Eddie O’Connor has launched a groundbreaking new book titled ‘Supergrid Super Solution: The key to solving the energy crisis and decarbonising Europe’. Supergrid Super Solution was launched by Tánaiste Micheál Martin at the Examinations Hall in Trinity College Dublin on Thursday February 23rd at 6pm. This book is the encapsulation of a … Read more

Advancing toward net-zero requires a revised EU Innovation Fund

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Prior to discussions among EU leaders on the Green Deal Industrial Plan on 9-10 February, the association of European innovative grid technology companies, currENT, suggest a review of the EU Innovation Fund. SuperNode Chief Public Affairs Officer and Chair of currENT ,Christian Kjaer stated: “We need to review the eligibility criteria of the EU Innovation … Read more

Ofgem: Consultation on ESO Roles Guidance 2023-25

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Cross-border infrastructure is key to a successful renewable energy transition. SuperNode has submitted its response to a consultation held by Ofgem titled: ‘Consultation on ESO Roles Guidance 2023-25’. The response sought to revise the Electricity System Operator’s (ESO) performance expectations laid out in the document. SuperNode recommends a stronger stance on the promotion of cross-border … Read more