Tag: Energy Transition
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South Korea Plans 3GW of Reservoir Floating Solar by 2030
Article Date: April 29, 2026 South Korea’s Korea Rural Community Corp. (KRC) plans to expand floating solar capacity on agricultural reservoirs to 3GW by 2030, up from 105MW currently in operation. According to KRC, 2,333 of its 3,428 agricultural reservoirs have been identified as suitable sites for floating solar development.…
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India Plans Dedicated Policy Push for Floating Solar Projects
Article Date: May 1, 2026 India’s Ministry of New and Renewable Energy is working on a dedicated scheme to promote floating solar projects, according to MNRE Secretary Santosh Kumar Sarangi. Speaking at the 13th Foundation Day of the National Solar Energy Federation of India, Sarangi said the ministry is looking…
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Floating Wind May No Longer Be the Default Option for Deepwater Windfarms
Article Date: April 21, 2026 A new analysis by TGS | 4C suggests that floating wind may no longer be the default option for offshore wind projects in deeper waters. The research re-examines global offshore wind resources and considers how advances in deepwater fixed-bottom and hybrid foundation technologies could change…
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France Announces 10GW Offshore Wind Tender as Part of Renewables Push
Article Date: April 6, 2026 France has announced tenders for seven offshore wind projects totaling 10GW, alongside additional tenders for solar and onshore wind. The move forms part of the country’s wider strategy to accelerate renewable energy deployment and strengthen energy sovereignty. According to the report, France’s 10-year energy planning…
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DNV Releases First Global Guideline for Floating Solar Power Plants
Article Date: 31 March 2021 DNV has published the world’s first recommended practice for floating solar photovoltaic (FPV) projects, marking an important step toward standardising the industry. The guideline (DNVGL-RP-0584) provides a comprehensive framework covering the design, development, operation, and decommissioning of floating solar installations. It addresses key technical aspects…
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Floating Data Centres Gain Traction in Japan and Singapore
Article Date: 2026 Floating data centres are gaining attention as a potential solution to rising demand for digital infrastructure, particularly driven by artificial intelligence and data-intensive applications. In Japan, Hitachi Ltd, together with Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, is exploring the conversion of ships into floating data centres. The concept aims to…
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Rotterdam Advances 96MW Floating Solar Project for Local Use
Article Date: 19 February 2026 The Port of Rotterdam is advancing a 96MW floating solar project at the De Slufter dredging depot, located within the Maasvlakte area. The project, developed by the Sun Float Power consortium — comprising DevCap Infra BV, Solinoor BV and Enerparc AG — will cover approximately…
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SFSS Supports OTC Asia 2026 – Renewables & New Energy Programme
The Society for Floating Solutions Singapore (SFSS) is pleased to support OTC Asia 2026, including its Renewables & New Energy (RNE) Programme. The Renewables Hub serves as a platform where industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers converge to shape Asia-Pacific’s low-carbon future. From offshore wind, floating solar, low carbon fuels to…
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Floating Solar Farm to Cover Over One-Third of Lower Seletar Reservoir by 2029
Article Date: December 24, 2025 A large floating solar farm is planned for Lower Seletar Reservoir, where it will cover approximately 36% of the water surface and generate at least 130 megawatt-peak (MWp) of electricity when completed in 2029. Construction is expected to begin in 2027. According to Singapore’s national…
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Masdar Signs Deal to Build Southeast Asia’s Largest Floating Solar Project in Malaysia
Article Date: December 23, 2025 Abu Dhabi-based renewable energy company Masdar has signed an agreement to develop the largest floating solar power project in Southeast Asia, marking its first partnership in Malaysia. The project involves a 200 MW floating photovoltaic plant at Chereh Dam in Pahang, spanning approximately 950 acres…