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Ocean Winds submits planning application for 2 GW offshore wind farm

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Ocean Winds (OW) has submitted its first planning consent application for onshore works to Aberdeenshire Council for the 2 GW Caledonia offshore wind project in Scotland.  This follows the completion of the project’s environmental impact assessment (EIA), which includes detailed studies of both onshore and offshore infrastructure. The onshore component of the Caledonia project includes a substation and underground cables to transmit power generated by the offshore facility. Aberdeenshire Council has opened a formal public…

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CEA proposes new guidelines for type-testing periodicity of power equipment

India, News

The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has released new draft guidelines on the periodicity of type tests for major equipment across the power value chain.  A key proposal is to exempt transformers from repeating short-circuit tests solely due to changes in bushing or on-load tap changers (OLTC), provided these components have equal or superior ratings and have successfully passed type tests per IS/IEC standards. The guidelines, titled “Guidelines for the Periodicity of Type Tests for Major…

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Ocean Winds and Brazilian university partner to boost offshore wind capacity

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Ocean Winds (OW) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN) to advance offshore wind capabilities in Brazil.  The partnership will leverage OW’s global expertise in offshore wind, with 18.5 GW of total capacity, including 2 GW under construction and 1.5 GW operational, to enhance Brazil’s offshore wind sector. Since 2020, OW has filed proposals for five offshore wind projects in Brazil, totalling 15 GW across…

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CEA plans RE-based transmission of 613 GW by 2032

India, News

The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has outlined a comprehensive plan to build transmission capacity for 613 GW of renewable energy by 2032. In its latest ‘National Electricity Plan,’ the CEA projects that India’s non-fossil fuel capacity will reach 653 GW by 2031-32. This includes 385 GW from solar (with 60 GW from rooftop solar), 165 GW from wind, 62.8 GW from hydro, 19.6 GW from nuclear, 15.5 GW from biomass, and 5.4 GW from small…

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Ocean Winds and Eletrobras partner to explore offshore wind opportunities in Brazil

Global, News

Ocean Winds (OW) and Eletrobras have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in São Paulo to collaborate on offshore wind energy projects in Brazil, aligning with the country’s renewable energy targets and economic development goals.  This partnership aims to harness Brazil’s wind resources to create a sustainable energy future while promoting local job creation and community development. OW, a 50/50 joint venture between EDP Renewables (EDPR) and Engie, has identified Brazil as a strategic market…

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Venterra Group acquires Oceanscan Holdings to strengthen offshore wind services

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UK-based offshore wind services provider Venterra Group has acquired Oceanscan Holdings, expanding its capabilities in the offshore energy market. Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed. Oceanscan Holdings offers subsea and non-destructive testing equipment, geotechnical services, and specialized personnel. The acquisition will enhance Venterra’s expertise through the integration of Oceanscan’s capabilities, asset base, and technical knowledge with Venterra’s existing companies, including Ordtek, Partrac, and Gavin & Doherty Geosolutions. Oceanscan Holdings, founded by Ken Hunter…

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CEA concludes Brainstorming Conclave on Indian Power Sector Scenario 2047

India, News

The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) concluded its two-day Brainstorming Conclave on the ‘Indian Power Sector Scenario 2047’ in New Delhi on October 14-15, 2024. The event, attended by over 1,500 delegates, featured discussions on expanding hydropower, integrating energy storage systems, modernizing distribution networks, and fostering cross-border energy cooperation. Key dignitaries, including Union Power Minister Manohar Lal, emphasized India’s strategy to meet growing energy needs while transitioning to cleaner sources. The conclave also focused on capacity…

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PFCCL signs MoU with CEA to collaborate on power sector projects

India, News

On October 14, 2024, PFC Consulting Ltd (PFCCL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Power Finance Corporation, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) to collaborate on generation, transmission, and distribution projects.  PFCCL, which provides consultancy services to the power sector, also plays a crucial role in developing ultra mega power projects (UMPPs) and acts as the Bid Coordinator for selecting developers for independent transmission projects (ITPs), as appointed by the Ministry…

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CEA releases draft amendment to update business procedures

India, News

The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has issued the draft CEA (Procedure for Transaction of Business) (First Amendment) Regulations, 2024, aiming to revise the 2006 regulations on conducting business.  A key update to Regulation 12(1) sets the quorum for meetings as half of the appointed members, including the chairperson, with a minimum of three members. If there is a fractional number, it will be rounded up. In the chairperson’s absence, members will select a full-time member…

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CEA releases report on right-of-way width calculation

India, News

The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has released a committee report on the calculation of Right-of-Way (RoW) width for transmission lines built with contemporary technological options. The report focuses on RoW calculations for transmission lines utilizing monopole towers and HTLS (high temperature low sag) conductors. The report offers comparisons between RoW widths for different configurations, including ACSR conductors with monopole structures, HTLS conductors with monopole structures, and HTLS conductors with conventional lattice towers. This new report…