Tag: Energy Transition
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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…
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Odisha Plans Floating Solar Projects on Water Bodies to Generate Power
Article Date: December 13, 2025 The Indian state of Odisha is planning to develop large-scale floating solar power projects to address land scarcity and accelerate renewable energy deployment. According to the Grid Corporation of Odisha Ltd (GRIDCO), the state intends to utilise its extensive network of reservoirs and water bodies…
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European Utilities Reconsider Green Energy Investments in Southeast Asia
Article Date: December 5, 2025 European renewable energy companies are scaling back or reassessing their investments in Southeast Asia as the region struggles with slow progress in its green energy transition. Investors cite regulatory uncertainty, inconsistent government policies, grid constraints, and political volatility as key reasons behind the shift. Several…
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Ocean Winds Wins Rights for 1.5 GW Celtic Sea Floating Wind Farm
Date: November 19, 2025 Ocean Winds, a joint venture between Portugal’s EDP Renewables and France’s Engie, has secured seabed lease rights to develop a 1.5 gigawatt floating offshore wind farm in the Celtic Sea, according to Britain’s Crown Estate. The project will be located off the coast of Wales and…
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Shell Withdraws from Scottish Floating Wind Projects
Date: November 11, 2025 Energy major Shell has exited two planned floating offshore wind developments off the coast of Scotland — the 3 GW MarramWind and 2 GW CampionWind projects — following a strategic reassessment of its renewables portfolio. Shell has sold its stake in MarramWind to ScottishPower Renewables, which…