DNV GL, a resource of independent-energy experts (uniting Garrad Hassan, KEMA, DNV, GL Certification), will be participating at the WINDFORCE conference 2014 in Bremen between the 17th-19th June 2014 (stand C51 in Hall 5). As the topic of cost reduction continues to define the offshore wind industry, bringing the overall cost of energy down is…
DNV GL project aims to reduce offshore wind costs by 10%
DNV GL’s recently launched project FORCE (For Reduced Cost of Energy) has identified potential savings of at least 10% of the cost of offshore wind energy, if an integrated approach to four market-ready technologies is adopted. Project FORCE was set up to explore how the idea of “integrated design” could reduce offshore wind costs when…
DNV GL publishes its annual report: Taking A Broader View
“Last year was an extraordinary year, capped by the merger of DNV and GL in September and the beginning of a truly transformative period in our company’s history,” says Henrik O. Madsen, president and chief executive officer of the DNV GL Group. “We strengthened our market position and expertise in all key areas and today,…
DNV GL lends expertise to investors bringing next generation turbine technology to UK offshore wind industry
Process included technical due diligence of first next generation turbine installation in UK – first large scale commercial project in UK using Siemens’ 6 MW direct drive turbine New technology to encourage UK market growth – backing from leading global investors to encourage further growth in UK offshore wind market Driving cost efficiencies – increases in offshore wind…
DNV GL advises on 400kV Kenyan transmission line connecting one of Africa’s largest wind farms to national grid
DNV GL, the world’s largest resource of independent energy experts (uniting DNV, KEMA, Garrad Hassan, GL Certification), today demonstrated its commitment to modernising and developing power in Africa by advising on the construction of a 400kV high voltage overhead transmission line and substations in Kenya. Designed to strengthen the Kenyan grid and build a connection…
DNV GL, Texas Tech collaboration to further wind energy education
Texas Tech University’s National Wind Institute and DNV GL will collaborate on a teaching project to expand the availability of wind power courses to Texas Tech students. Classes will be provided through both in-class and online channels enabling global access to cutting edge instruction and utilizing real-life case studies from the wind energy industry. This…
DNV GL recognizes Goldwind’s wind turbine design
DNV GL has recently completed the Design Evaluation for a 2.5-MW wind turbine designed by Goldwind. At the 8th China International Wind Energy Exhibition, DNV GL handed over a Conformity Statement to Goldwind, one of the largest wind turbine manufacturers in China. It confirms that the turbine meets the requirements according to the standard IEC…
DNV GL announces winners of Wind Energy Award for young professionals
DNV GL recently announced the winners of its 3rd Annual Wind Energy Award at EWEA 2014 in Barcelona. Themed “Innovative ideas for wind energy,” DNV GL’s award recognizes and rewards young industry professionals’ forward-looking concepts and creative ideas for new technical approaches to research and development within the wind industry. As the offshore wind industry continues…
DNV GL releases subsea power cable guideline after 18-mo Joint Industry Project
• Technical guideline covers entire lifecycle of subsea power cables, from concept development to decommissioning, and is a comprehensive resource of project guidance • Many existing offshore wind farms have faced subsea power cable problems caused by underestimation of complexities and interrelationships • Guideline will become essential tool for stakeholders involved in renewable energy projects, improving…
DNV GL launches six scientific reports on sustainability
DNV GL kicked off its 150th anniversary year with an event in Singapore for more than 500 customers, employees, and stakeholders, together exploring insights and actions necessary to achieve its vision of “global impact for a safe and sustainable future.” Can the shipping industry cut fatality rates by 90%? Why should business help society build…
DNV GL is trusted technical advisor to majority of South African wind energy projects
The Department of Energy in South Africa recently announced seven successful wind farm projects following the third bid round of the Renewable Energy IPP Procurement Programme (REIPPPP). These projects were awarded preferred bidder status and represent a total capacity of 787 MW. DNV GL is pleased to reveal that it is acting as the lenders’…