Renewable energy stories - Page 2
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Basis launches Leo smart panel, generates USD $100 million interest
Tue, 16th Jul 2024
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digital entertainment
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power / energy
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uber
Basis has launched Leo, a smart panel offering enhanced energy management and safety, attracting over USD $100 million in sales interest and compliance certifications.
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Digital transformation in utilities hampered by leadership conflict
Mon, 15th Jul 2024
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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cx
A new IFS study shows only 20% of utilities firms have completed digital transformation, despite AI being a top priority.
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PDG completes phase one of AI-ready data centre in Johor
Thu, 11th Jul 2024
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edutech
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hyperscale
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Princeton Digital Group completes Phase One of its 150MW AI-ready JH1 data centre in Johor, advancing digital infrastructure in SE Asia with MYR 1.276 billion green loan.
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Verne appoints Maureen Leary as VP of Business Development
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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power / energy
Verne appoints Maureen Leary as Vice President of Business Development, leveraging her experience from AWS and Akamai to drive expansion and sustainability efforts.
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EDC partners with Newgen Software for content management
Tue, 9th Jul 2024
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ecm
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martech
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power / energy
EDC has teamed up with Newgen Software to centralise content management for over 1,000 employees, enhancing document handling and operational efficiency.
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Evolving a data centre into an Artificial Intelligence factory
Fri, 5th Jul 2024
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storage
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edutech
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power / energy
The advent of AI factories is revolutionising business operations by merging GenAI capabilities with modernised data centres, enhancing productivity and sustainability.
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EDC partners with Newgen to centralise content management
Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
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ecm
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digital transformation
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martech
Energy Development Corporation teams up with Newgen Software to streamline document management for 1,000 employees, enhancing operational efficiency.
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One New Zealand to relocate Auckland office to Wynyard Quarter
Sat, 29th Jun 2024
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power / energy
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cleantech
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renewable energy
One New Zealand is set to move its Auckland Support Office to Wynyard Quarter by late 2025, focusing on sustainability and employee wellbeing.
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NRN secures AUD $1 million in pre-Series A funding round
Fri, 28th Jun 2024
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dei
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power / energy
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esg
The National Renewable Network secures AUD $1 million in pre-Series A funding led by Investible to expand solar and battery installations across Australian homes.
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Spark to build data centre & surf park on Auckland's North Shore
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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power / energy
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ai
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cleantech
Spark secures resource consent for a new 40MW data centre in Auckland’s North Shore, using innovative heat exchange and solar power to enhance sustainability.
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St John Wānaka wins NZD $45,000 solar system from SolarZero
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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power / energy
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charity
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renewable energy
St John Wānaka wins SolarZero competition, securing a 20-year solar system subscription worth NZD $45,000, promising lower energy costs and enhanced community resilience.
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Equinix invests USD $65 million in Chennai data centre expansion
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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dc
Equinix announces USD $65 million investment to build its first IBX data centre in Chennai by late 2024, further enhancing India's digital infrastructure and supporting AI deployment.
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Firetrace report warns of fire risk in renewable projects
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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storage
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hyperscale
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power / energy
A new report highlights significant fire risks in co-located renewable energy projects, stressing the under-protection of solar and wind components despite advances in battery safety.
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UK energy consumers call for more incentives for renewables
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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power / energy
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energy consumption
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renewable energy
A new study by Solar Together reveals that 90% of UK energy consumers are urging the Government to provide more incentives for renewable energy.
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Solar insights: FTC Solar at Intersolar Europe event
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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cleantech
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power / energy
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solar power
FTC Solar participated in Intersolar Europe, uncovering key trends in hail risk mitigation, Balkan interest in solar projects, and growth in Agri PV with supportive EU regulations.
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Government urges all data centres to use renewable energy
Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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power / energy
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nz
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renewable energy
Government officials are calling for renewable energy use for data centres, highlighting support for New Zealand's Net Zero 2050 goals.
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Equinix invests $240 million to expand AI infrastructure
Thu, 20th Jun 2024
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dc
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power / energy
Equinix has invested $240 million to expand data centres in Sydney and Melbourne, addressing AI demands with over 4,000 new cabinets and cooling solutions.
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New SELECT president warns of AI electricity demand impact
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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power / energy
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ai
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ai agents
The new President of SELECT, Scotland's top construction trade body, warns UK's National Grid could face significant strain from rising AI energy demands.
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Logitech launches lightweight Keys-To-Go 2 keyboard
Tue, 18th Jun 2024
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smartphones
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endpoint protection
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power / energy
Logitech unveils Keys-To-Go 2, an ultra-portable wireless keyboard for various devices. Priced at NZD $149.95, this eco-friendly keyboard enhances mobile productivity.
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Verne appoints Matti Tella as Technical Director
Mon, 17th Jun 2024
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smartphones
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uc
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power / energy
Verne appoints Matti Tella as Technical Director in Finland to lead operations amid rising demand for sustainable data centres driven by the AI surge.