European innovative grid technology association, currENT, has welcomed the outcome of COP26. currENT, of which SuperNode is a founding member, released a statement on how COP26 has underlined the key role innovative grid technologies will have to play in the push for decarbonisation. Technologies such as dynamic line rating, modular power flow technology and superconducting … Read more
Floating wind energy can be a game changing technology for Ireland, transforming it into a ‘European renewable superpower’, according to a new report by Wind Energy Ireland (WEI). CEO of WEI Noel Cunniffe stated: “There is enough renewable energy off our southern and western coasts to not only meet Ireland’s needs but to also become … Read more
ENTSO-E’s recent report has called for an evolution of remuneration frameworks, most notably an increase in incentives for more innovation. SuperNode believes prioritising innovation is vital to strengthening the current grid and facilitating the increased renewables share and achieving our decarbonisation goals. Marcos Byrne, Market and Policy Analyst at SuperNode, has said: “Evolving the remuneration … Read more
SuperNode believes the recent publication of the National Marine Planning Framework and the Maritime Area Planning Bill to be an important step in Ireland’s decarbonisation journey. Ireland aims to develop 5 GW of offshore wind by 2030 and a robust planning system is crucial to achieving this. SuperNode CEO John Fitzgerald had this to say: … Read more
SuperNode submitted its response to the EirGrid consultation ‘Shaping our Electricity Future’ which details four approaches to developing Ireland’s electricity grid. SuperNode’s core critique is that the plans do not think far enough forward. While it is important to meet our 2030 renewables targets, the future does not end there. Grid infrastructure takes a very … Read more
Today, the IEA released a comprehensive roadmap for the global energy sector to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. The report shows there is still a pathway to net-zero by 2050 but it is narrow and will continue shrinking unless governments act now. The report is published in a crucial year for climate action, and it … Read more
The University of Strathclyde, the Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult, and SuperNode have completed an analysis assessing the feasibility of Medium Voltage Direct Current (MVDC) technology with High Temperature Superconductor (HTS) cables for offshore wind power transmission. It shows that MVDC transmission cables based on superconductors have significantly lower lifecycle costs than conventional grid technology … Read more
Following Aker Horizons’ acquisition of 50% of SuperNode Ltd as part of their acquisition of Mainstream Renewable Power, SuperNode today welcomes two new members to its board of directors. Kjell Inge Røkke and Karl-Petter Løken will become the newest members of SuperNode’s board of Directors. Kjell Inge Røkke holds approximately two thirds of the shares … Read more
The Irish government have approved legislation intended to drive Ireland towards a zero emissions 2050. The bill will now be passed on to the Houses of the Oireachtas as a priority legislation. Some of the key highlights of the bill include: The target of a carbon-neutral economy by 2050 has been set The target of … Read more
E3G has released a new report analysing how best to utilise renewable resources in the North Sea. It contends that there are significant benefits to be found in a more connected approach. “Developing an integrated and interconnected electricity grid in the North Seas and northwest Europe is key to unlocking the significant wind resources, zero … Read more