<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Traditional Energy - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rss/1000/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest Traditional Energy news with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening in your profession!]]></description><language>en-uk</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Mon, 20 Mar 2023 14:35:00 +0100</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[European Renewable Energy Set for Huge Growth Over Next Decade]]></title><description><![CDATA[New report analyses data from more than 300 sources to identify key challenges and insights. BRACKNELL, UK. 20th March 2023 &ndash; Europe will see tremendous change to its renewable energy landscape over the next decade and beyond, according to a new report by specialist consultants White Space Strategy that analysed more than 300 different data sources and was commissioned by Panasonic TOUGHBOOK. The main changes predicted include: Almost 84% of energy generated in Europe will...Source: RealWi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/european-renewable-energy-set-for-huge-growth-over-next-decade/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Mar 2023 14:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/european-renewable-energy-set-for-huge-growth-over-next-decade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Knauf plans an additional production line with state-of-the-art and sustainable electric melting technology at the Novi Marof plant in Croatia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Construction and insulation Group to invest around EUR 120 million in Croatia Knauf Group, a global building materials and insulation company, is significantly expanding its activities in Eastern Europe. The insulation division Knauf Insulation plans to expand the company&rsquo;s existing plant in Novi Marof in northeastern Croatia by adding a new production line. The investment, worth around EUR 120 million, was announced following a meeting between the Managing Partner Alexander Knauf and the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/knauf-plans-an-additional-production-line-with-state-of-the-art-and-sustainable-electric-melting-technology-at-the-novi-marof-plant-in-croatia/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Mar 2023 10:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/knauf-plans-an-additional-production-line-with-state-of-the-art-and-sustainable-electric-melting-technology-at-the-novi-marof-plant-in-croatia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr. Cindy Vestergaard is RKVST’s new vice president special projects and external relations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nuclear sector and global security blockchain expert joins leader in trustworthy digital archives and supply chain integrity, transparency and trust SANTA CLARA, Calif., and CAMBRIDGE, U.K. &ndash; February 16, 2023 &ndash; RKVST&trade; is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Cindy Vestergaard as vice president special projects and external relations. Cindy&rsquo;s extensive experience with blockchain and distributed ledger technology (DLT) across global supply chains, including reconcili]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/dr-cindy-vestergaard-is-rkvsts-new-vice-president-special-projects-and-external-relations/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2023 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/dr-cindy-vestergaard-is-rkvsts-new-vice-president-special-projects-and-external-relations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Data centres: UK organisations with the most servers are still unlikely to prioritise energy efficiency – research]]></title><description><![CDATA[Companies with fewer ICT facilities or younger IT managers are up to twice as likely to prioritise energy efficiency, while less affluent vertical sectors seem unaware of the impact of energy efficiency on Total Cost of Ownership February 7th 2023 &ndash; London, UK &ndash; Despite the consumption by data centres of around 1% of the world&rsquo;s electricity production[1], the dramatic rise in energy prices over the last 12 months and ever-more-frequent warnings from environment agencies,...Sour]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/data-centres-uk-organisations-with-the-most-servers-are-still-unlikely-to-prioritise-energy-efficiency-research/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2023 07:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/data-centres-uk-organisations-with-the-most-servers-are-still-unlikely-to-prioritise-energy-efficiency-research/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Auriga Services’ partnership with IOTICS is leading the way in enabling utility companies to ‘truly share data, securely’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Digital cooperation capability from IOTICS enables a decentralised data ecosystem for the Auriga Priority Services Registration and Essential Sharing Network engine. The current energy and financial crisis, combined with the severe weather conditions at the end of 2022 have been described as the &lsquo;perfect storm&rsquo; of risks for consumers in particularly vulnerable situations. The system used to directly address and importantly help how thousands of UK individuals are prioritised, protect]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/auriga-services-partnership-with-iotics-is-leading-the-way-in-enabling-utility-companies-to-truly-share-data-securely/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/auriga-services-partnership-with-iotics-is-leading-the-way-in-enabling-utility-companies-to-truly-share-data-securely/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Green launches the most energy-efficient high-performance data center]]></title><description><![CDATA[The first of three data centers at the Dielsdorf site is live. Lupfig, January 17, 2023 &ndash; Green is building its major Zurich Metro Campus project on an area of more than 46,000 m2 in Dielsdorf, near Zurich. It consists of three high-performance data centers (M, N and O) for cloud providers and companies, as well as a business park with several office buildings. The first data center was occupied by major customers in December...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/green-launches-the-most-energy-efficient-high-performance-data-center/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2023 09:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/green-launches-the-most-energy-efficient-high-performance-data-center/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northern Gas Networks signs IOTICS to unlock future energy solutions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Digital cooperation capability from IOTICS enables a decentralised data ecosystem for the ground-breaking Northern Gas Networks (NGN) Customer Energy Village. Northern Gas Networks has selected technology from IOTICS and unique architecture to enable a multi-party, cross-sector data ecosystem. Northern Gas Networks deliver gas to 2.7 million homes and businesses in the North East, Northern Cumbria and much of Yorkshire and the data ecosystem will provide a decentralised digital spine for the rec]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/northern-gas-networks-signs-iotics-to-unlock-future-energy-solutions/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/northern-gas-networks-signs-iotics-to-unlock-future-energy-solutions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DW Windsor announces next-generation street lighting solution]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exterior lighting specialist unveils new, more sustainable functional luminaire with a focus on exceptional performance and increased versatility HODDESDON, UK, 01 December 2022 &ndash; Leading exterior lighting solutions provider DW Windsor has launched its latest functional street lighting solution, Kirium Pro S, which sets new standards in efficiency, sustainability and connectivity. Developed to support operators working to minimise energy consumption, cut carbon emissions and reach net zero]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/dw-windsor-announces-next-generation-street-lighting-solution/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2022 16:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/dw-windsor-announces-next-generation-street-lighting-solution/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A New Hybrid Gateway with G.hn Backhaul Unveiled by MaxLinear and Microchip Technology for Versatile Smart Grid Use Cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[Frankfurt, Germany, 01 December, 2022: Electric utilities can now provide real-time data on energy power consumption with Hybrid Gateways integrating G.hn Powerline (PLC) technology as broadband backhaul for a complete range of proven technologies, according to evidence from MaxLinear and Microchip Technology. This Proof of Concept (PoC) has been jointly developed by HomeGrid Forum member MaxLinear, leading provider of multi-gigabit connectivity solutions, and Microchip Technology, leading provi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-new-hybrid-gateway-with-ghn-backhaul-unveiled-by-maxlinear-and-microchip-technology-for-versatile-smart-grid-use-cases/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2022 12:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-new-hybrid-gateway-with-ghn-backhaul-unveiled-by-maxlinear-and-microchip-technology-for-versatile-smart-grid-use-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Green completes a CHF 480 million refinancing and accelerates its investment programs in Switzerland]]></title><description><![CDATA[Green is increasing its investment in Switzerland and is planning further developments to help hyperscale companies and enterprises with the rising demand for secure and energy-efficient data centers. Lupfig, December 1, 2022 &ndash; Green, the leading Swiss data center operator, completed the refinancing of its existing facilities with the closing of a refinancing package of CHF 480 million from leading international and Swiss banks. The funds will enable Green to accelerate its development str]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/green-completes-a-chf-480-million-refinancing-and-accelerates-its-investment-programs-in-switzerland/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2022 12:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/green-completes-a-chf-480-million-refinancing-and-accelerates-its-investment-programs-in-switzerland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Creating impact with Quantum Technologies: Uniper and Terra Quantum to apply hybrid quantum computing in the energy industry]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a joint effort, Uniper and Terra Quantum are exploring solutions that could harness the power of hybrid quantum computing to create real world business value After assessing quantum computing use cases with Terra Quantum, Uniper has prioritized three use cases: LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) Logistics Optimization CO2 emissions prediction in biomass plants valuation of options and complex derivatives in energy trading With the deployment of tangible use cases, Terra Quantum is the only quantum..]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/creating-impact-with-quantum-technologies-uniper-and-terra-quantum-to-apply-hybrid-quantum-computing-in-the-energy-industry/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Nov 2022 09:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/creating-impact-with-quantum-technologies-uniper-and-terra-quantum-to-apply-hybrid-quantum-computing-in-the-energy-industry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Portuguese energy distributor E-REDES selects Opendatasoft for new open data portal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aims to increase transparency and accelerate energy transition through data democratisation Paris, 28 November 2022, Opendatasoft, the European leader in data democratisation platforms, today announced that it has been chosen by E-REDES, Portugal&rsquo;s energy distribution network operator, to provide the technology platform for its new open data portal. The portal, which has just gone live, aims to democratise access to E-REDES&rsquo; comprehensive energy data, delivering greater corporate tra]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/portuguese-energy-distributor-e-redes-selects-opendatasoft-for-new-open-data-portal/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Nov 2022 11:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/portuguese-energy-distributor-e-redes-selects-opendatasoft-for-new-open-data-portal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK broadband networks may be wrongly valued by up to 20%]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK broadband providers may be inaccurately valuing their businesses by up to 20 percent because they don&rsquo;t have the right oversight of their networks, leaders of the UK&rsquo;s alt net sector have been told today. The industry&rsquo;s typical approach to the designing, building and operating of a fibre network can result in poorer quality of data being gathered, this is because of the multiple systems that are used across the network lifecycle. The lack of...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/uk-broadband-networks-may-be-wrongly-valued-by-up-to-20/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Nov 2022 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/uk-broadband-networks-may-be-wrongly-valued-by-up-to-20/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top result: Energie Steiermark once again raises its overall points score in the worldwide GRESB sustainability rating]]></title><description><![CDATA[Energie Steiermark once again proves its green pioneering role in the field of climate-friendly energy management Top ratings in the areas of corporate management, energy, climate friendliness, biodiversity &amp; living environment, health &amp; job security and customer focus (Graz 31.10.22) Energie Steiermark again achieves a clear improvement, already for the third time in a row, in the overall evaluation of the international GRESB sustainability rating. Last year&rsquo;s result was improved]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/top-result-energie-steiermark-once-again-raises-its-overall-points-score-in-the-worldwide-gresb-sustainability-rating/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Oct 2022 08:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/top-result-energie-steiermark-once-again-raises-its-overall-points-score-in-the-worldwide-gresb-sustainability-rating/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TES-EUROPE Chooses BricsCAD® To Design Mission-Critical Routes for Transporting Wind Turbines]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ghent, Belgium, 26 October 2022: Bricsys&reg;, a leading provider of CAD technology, is today announcing TES-EUROPE, a specialist in the planning, engineering and execution of exceptional transportation, has chosen BricsCAD&reg; to power its logistics projects in France. The height of wind turbines has become increasingly taller to deliver higher megawatts and meet the growing demand of clean-energy solutions. This has resulted in the length of the transportation convoys growing from the current]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/tes-europe-chooses-bricscad-to-design-mission-critical-routes-for-transporting-wind-turbines/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Oct 2022 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/tes-europe-chooses-bricscad-to-design-mission-critical-routes-for-transporting-wind-turbines/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA["For the Shipping Industry, This Is a Gyro Gearloose Moment"]]></title><description><![CDATA[German Environmental Award for Energy and CO2 Reduction Osnabr&uuml;ck. With their considerable ingenuity and entrepreneurial courage, the qualified engineers Friedrich Mewis and Dirk Lehmann have revolutionized the shipping world. With the Becker Mewis Duct (BMD), they have not only saved millions of tons of heavy fuel oil since its market launch in 2008, but have also saved around twelve million tons of the greenhouse gas carbon dioxide (CO2) which is harmful to our climate. The...Source: Real]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/for-the-shipping-industry-this-is-a-gyro-gearloose-moment/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Sep 2022 10:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/for-the-shipping-industry-this-is-a-gyro-gearloose-moment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newable Finance to host virtual EPC panel discussion this September for UK residential landlords ahead of proposed 2025 legislations]]></title><description><![CDATA[The government has proposed that from 2025 all newly rented residential properties will be required to have an EPC rating of C or above. Despite this deadline being three years away, property experts are advising landlords to act now due to the lack of skilled labour in the market, the increasing cost of materials and the increasing cost of borrowing. Some lenders are incentivising landlords to make these refurbishments now by discounting borrowing rates for...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/newable-finance-to-host-virtual-epc-panel-discussion-this-september-for-uk-residential-landlords-ahead-of-proposed-2025-legislations/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Sep 2022 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/newable-finance-to-host-virtual-epc-panel-discussion-this-september-for-uk-residential-landlords-ahead-of-proposed-2025-legislations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boeing Becomes Founding Member of UK Innovation Hub To Drive Sustainable Aviation Fuels Development]]></title><description><![CDATA[Boeing has become a founding member of the University of Sheffield&rsquo;s Energy Innovation Centre (EIC) to drive the development of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) This gives Boeing access to the first-of-its-kind in the UK SAF research centre and other key research facilities to help move toward more sustainable aviation It marks another key partnership for Boeing in the region, alongside the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) and the Boeing Sheffield factory FARNBOROUGH, England]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/boeing-becomes-founding-member-of-uk-innovation-hub-to-drive-sustainable-aviation-fuels-development/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2022 14:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/boeing-becomes-founding-member-of-uk-innovation-hub-to-drive-sustainable-aviation-fuels-development/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IOTICS and Optimal announce partnership to increase the value of data in asset management]]></title><description><![CDATA[26 August 2022, London and Aberdeen, UK: IOTICS and Optimal have announced a strategic partnership, combining Optimal&rsquo;s Asset Reliability as a Service (ARaaS) with IOTICS&rsquo; next-gen data ecosystem enablement technology. With the increasing cost of maintenance, asset downtime and functional failures, the IOTICS-Optimal partnership brings together skills and experience in asset performance management, focusing on optimising operations, while increasing asset reliability. It brings toget]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/iotics-and-optimal-announce-partnership-to-increase-the-value-of-data-in-asset-management/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2022 10:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/iotics-and-optimal-announce-partnership-to-increase-the-value-of-data-in-asset-management/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bristow Group Selects Speedcast for Multi-Year Connectivity Agreement to Enhance Technology and Future-Proof Network]]></title><description><![CDATA[Speedcast to deliver technology upgrades and SD-WAN solution to a leading global aviation services provider, connecting more than 40 onshore energy and search and rescue sites Houston, Texas &mdash; August 23, 2022 &mdash; Speedcast, a leading communications and IT services provider, announced today that the company has signed a multi-year contract with Bristow Group Inc. to deliver technology upgrades and future-proof more than 40 remote sites across the globe, including Australia, Europe, Nige]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/bristow-group-selects-speedcast-for-multi-year-connectivity-agreement-to-enhance-technology-and-future-proof-network/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2022 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/bristow-group-selects-speedcast-for-multi-year-connectivity-agreement-to-enhance-technology-and-future-proof-network/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brady Technologies Announces the Sale of its Commodities Business to STG]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brady is divesting its commodities operations to STG The divestment will allow both organisations to accelerate growth and focus on innovation in their respective solutions STG&rsquo;s carveout of Brady Commodities is a strategic platform acquisition executed via the STG Allegro Fund Brady Technologies will remain under the ownership of Hanover Investors and be focused on its suite of energy trading and risk management software solutions London, Thursday 21st July &ndash; Brady Technologies (&ls]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/brady-technologies-announces-the-sale-of-its-commodities-business-to-stg/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jul 2022 10:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/brady-technologies-announces-the-sale-of-its-commodities-business-to-stg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[RKVST shows the future of nuclear waste tracking with Zero Trust Fabric]]></title><description><![CDATA[Digital Catapult publishes Sellafield Distributed Ledger Technology Field Lab report Cambridge, UK &ndash; July 12, 2022 &ndash; Zero trust fabric provider RKVST has shown how it can help safely and securely digitise processes for nuclear waste data tracking, creating a secure, irrefutable way to maintain the integrity of data while ensuring visibility for multiple stakeholders and organisations. Digital Catapult, the UK authority on advanced digital technology, worked in collaboration with Sell]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rkvst-shows-the-future-of-nuclear-waste-tracking-with-zero-trust-fabric/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jul 2022 10:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rkvst-shows-the-future-of-nuclear-waste-tracking-with-zero-trust-fabric/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Speedcast Adds 13 Gbps of New Capacity to Its Unified Global Platform at Record-Setting Pace to Meet Customer Growth Surge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Strategic network expansion supporting European and Alaskan cruise sectors and global energy market demand Speedcast made substantial investments in network management technologies, with future-ready, software-defined services that helped make the capacity acceleration possible Major increase to the company&rsquo;s total network capacity from 2020 pre-pandemic levels was completed at rapid pace over a five-week period Houston, Texas &mdash; May 25, 2022 &mdash; Speedcast announced today that in]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/speedcast-adds-13-gbps-of-new-capacity-to-its-unified-global-platform-at-record-setting-pace-to-meet-customer-growth-surge/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 May 2022 15:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/speedcast-adds-13-gbps-of-new-capacity-to-its-unified-global-platform-at-record-setting-pace-to-meet-customer-growth-surge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rajant and Acubis Technologies announce successful FE1 Peregrine and Hawk deployments for Stanwell's Meandu Mine]]></title><description><![CDATA[100 BreadCrumbs deployed for CCTV, Access Control, Fleet Management and Autonomous Haulage Malvern, PA &ndash; May 17, 2022: Rajant Corporation, the pioneer of Kinetic Mesh&reg; wireless networks, and Acubis Technologies, a Kinetic Mesh Premier Partner (KMPP) in Australia, have delivered the first FE1 series BreadCrumbs&reg; - Rajant Peregrine and Hawk - to a government-owned utilities provider in southwest Queensland. The customer, Stanwell, was battling the ever-evolving data and application r]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rajant-and-acubis-technologies-announce-successful-fe1-peregrine-and-hawk-deployments-for-stanwells-meandu-mine/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 May 2022 12:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rajant-and-acubis-technologies-announce-successful-fe1-peregrine-and-hawk-deployments-for-stanwells-meandu-mine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Allnet.Italia and TECNEL support seamless maritime communications for SAIPEM with Spectralink solutions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Allnet.Italia and TECNEL develop ATEX compliant maritime-proof communications for leading Energy and Utility company SAIPEM Casalecchio di Reno (BO), 3rd May 2022 - Allnet.Italia, a high value-add independent distributor and TECNEL, a leading company in the integration of wireless solutions and advanced systems for mobile alarm reporting, developed an ad hoc solution for reliable, safe and efficient maritime communications based on Spectralink technology for SAIPEM, a leading Italian oilfield mu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/allnetitalia-and-tecnel-support-seamless-maritime-communications-for-saipem-with-spectralink-solutions/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 May 2022 10:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/allnetitalia-and-tecnel-support-seamless-maritime-communications-for-saipem-with-spectralink-solutions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New research: digital self-service now more popular than calling customer service]]></title><description><![CDATA[60% of UK household water and energy customers prefer not to call customer service if they can use online tools to solve their problems, according to Macro 4 research Crawley, UK, March 22, 2022 &ndash; Most consumers are ready to swap customer service calls for digital self-service in the wake of their experience during the pandemic, according to new survey findings released by Macro 4. The research, which examines UK consumer attitudes to household energy...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-research-digital-self-service-now-more-popular-than-calling-customer-service/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Mar 2022 13:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-research-digital-self-service-now-more-popular-than-calling-customer-service/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wyld launches sensor-to-satellite technology for global IoT connectivity]]></title><description><![CDATA[Partnership with Eutelsat provides access to LEO satellite network 22 March 2022: Wyld Networks has announced the availability of its new range of low-power, sensor-to-satellite LoRaWAN&reg; terminals and modules for IoT applications across areas where there is little or no alternative connectivity. The Wyld Connect hybrid devices can transfer data directly to terrestrial networks or through a network of Low Earth Orbiting (LEO) satellites through a partnership with Eutelsat. With 100 percent gl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/wyld-launches-sensor-to-satellite-technology-for-global-iot-connectivity/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Mar 2022 11:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/wyld-launches-sensor-to-satellite-technology-for-global-iot-connectivity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Speedcast and OneWeb Sign Partnership to Bring LEO Capabilities to the World’s Largest Network]]></title><description><![CDATA[Technical testing and assessments validate LEO as a connectivity pathway, joining GEO, MEO and 4G/5G for high-demand applicationsHouston, Texas - March 21, 2022 - Speedcast, a leading communications and IT services provider, announced today that it will become a OneWeb Distribution Partner, integrating OneWeb&rsquo;s Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite connectivity into Speedcast&rsquo;s Unified Global Platform (UGP). OneWeb is set to enter customer trials in mid-2022, bringing in LEO service for Sp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/speedcast-and-oneweb-sign-partnership-to-bring-leo-capabilities-to-the-worlds-largest-network/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Mar 2022 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/speedcast-and-oneweb-sign-partnership-to-bring-leo-capabilities-to-the-worlds-largest-network/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[450connect selects HUBER+SUHNER as the supplier for LTE450 MHz antennas and components for Germany’s 450 MHz network platform]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cologne, Germany, 21 March 2022 - 450connect has partnered with HUBER+SUHNER for the supply of antennas and components to build the 450 MHz platform across Germany. 450connect builds and operates the secure 450 MHz platform for the digitisation of Germany&rsquo;s critical infrastructure &ndash; a critical step in achieving the country&rsquo;s energy policy goals. The use of HUBER+SUHNER antennas and components in this frequency range will deliver secure and reliable network communications, ensur]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/450connect-selects-hubersuhner-as-the-supplier-for-lte450-mhz-antennas-and-components-for-germanys-450-mhz-network-platform/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Mar 2022 11:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/450connect-selects-hubersuhner-as-the-supplier-for-lte450-mhz-antennas-and-components-for-germanys-450-mhz-network-platform/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[International energy efficiency business announces strong UK expansion and growth plans for 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[Best.Energy, the business energy monitoring and management company, announces an exciting growth stage in 2022, as it looks to expand its energy efficiency operations in the UK. With most businesses wasting between 10-40% of their energy spend and the energy price cap set to rise by 54% in April 2022, energy efficiency and management has never been more important. A boardroom issue for most organisations globally, Best.Energy helps businesses measure and reduce their energy expenditure...Source:]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/international-energy-efficiency-business-announces-strong-uk-expansion-and-growth-plans-for-2022/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Feb 2022 18:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/international-energy-efficiency-business-announces-strong-uk-expansion-and-growth-plans-for-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rajant and solution partners showcase reliable and secure smartfield connectivity at EGYPS]]></title><description><![CDATA[Drones, Augmented Reality, and Personnel &amp; Asset Tracking Features of Show Demos Morehead, KY &ndash; February 10, 2022: Rajant Corporation, the pioneer of Kinetic Mesh&reg; wireless networks, and its technology partners will be attending EGYPS (Egypt Petroleum Show) in Cairo at the Egypt International Exhibition Center. The event runs February 14th to 16th, with Rajant joining partners in Hall 2, Space F56. Presenting the reliable and secure collaborative solution for energy market IIoT con]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rajant-and-solution-partners-showcase-reliable-and-secure-smartfield-connectivity-at-egyps/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Feb 2022 17:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rajant-and-solution-partners-showcase-reliable-and-secure-smartfield-connectivity-at-egyps/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian eases the path to FTTx and 5G network deployments with 180 µm fibre cables]]></title><description><![CDATA[Record-breaking Sirocco Extreme Range of microduct cables has been enhanced with latest addition Milan, 20 December 2021 &ndash; Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has extended its Sirocco Extreme range of microduct cables to include its latest 576f cable. Sirocco Extreme cables provide world record diameters and fibre densities for blown microduct cables. The new cable boasts 576 fibres in a diameter of 8.2mm, providing a fibre density of...Source: Re]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-eases-the-path-to-fttx-and-5g-network-deployments-with-180-m-fibre-cables/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Dec 2021 11:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-eases-the-path-to-fttx-and-5g-network-deployments-with-180-m-fibre-cables/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A new leadership team for HomeGrid Forum as it announces five Task Forces to drive G.hn innovation and deployments]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Chairs have been appointed to lead the Home Networking, GiGAWire, LiFi, Smart Grid and Industrial IoT Task Forces Oregon, 6 December 2021: HomeGrid Forum has announced today a new organizational structure that includes five Task Forces designed to support specific use cases and accelerate the deployments of network topologies. The Task Forces are customized for Home Networking, GiGAWire/Multi Dwelling Unit (MDU)/Single Family Unit (SFU), LiFi, Smart Grid and Industrial IoT scenarios. Chairs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-new-leadership-team-for-homegrid-forum-as-it-announces-five-task-forces-to-drive-ghn-innovation-and-deployments/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Dec 2021 15:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-new-leadership-team-for-homegrid-forum-as-it-announces-five-task-forces-to-drive-ghn-innovation-and-deployments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DataQube secures €26 million from French investment management company, RGREEN INVEST]]></title><description><![CDATA[This investment will be leveraged to accelerate the commercialisation of the world&rsquo;s most energy efficient and optimized modular edge data centre, cutting down consumption and CO2 emissions by more than half DataQube Global Ltd, developer of the world&rsquo;s first standalone edge data centre module, has acquired a &euro;26 million Series A funding from RGREEN INVEST, a leading French investment management company focused on financing green infrastructure and technology projects. With more]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/dataqube-secures-26-million-from-french-investment-management-company-rgreen-invest/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2021 11:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/dataqube-secures-26-million-from-french-investment-management-company-rgreen-invest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Speedcast Unveils Network-Optimized Remote Video Streaming Solution]]></title><description><![CDATA[Delivering Industrial-Grade Video and Audio Content for Remote Operations Management with Speedcast SmartView&trade; Houston, Texas &mdash; Nov. 30, 2021 &mdash; Speedcast, a leading communications and IT services provider, today announced the launch of Speedcast SmartView&trade;, an innovative, network-optimized remote video and audio communications solution. Designed for energy, maritime, enterprise, telecommunications and government customers, industries with critical operations can accelerat]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/speedcast-unveils-network-optimized-remote-video-streaming-solution/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Nov 2021 16:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/speedcast-unveils-network-optimized-remote-video-streaming-solution/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EC imposes anti-dumping duties on imports of optical fibre cables from China]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prysmian Group welcomes EC decision: &ldquo;Ensuring fair competition is in the interest of our customers and the whole community&rdquo; Milan, 18 November 2021. Prysmian Group, the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, welcomes the European Commission&rsquo;s decision to impose anti-dumping duties on imports of optical fibre cables from China. The European Commission has today imposed anti-dumping duties ranging between 19.7% and 44% on imports of optical fibre cables f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/ec-imposes-anti-dumping-duties-on-imports-of-optical-fibre-cables-from-china/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Nov 2021 15:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/ec-imposes-anti-dumping-duties-on-imports-of-optical-fibre-cables-from-china/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rajant and Kiber Announce Strategic Partnership Around Augmented Reality (AR) Solution for Energy Market]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rajant Kinetic Mesh Wireless Running Fully Integrated Third Generation AR Technology Malvern, PA &ndash; November 11, 2021: Rajant Corporation, the exclusive provider of Kinetic Mesh&reg; wireless networks, and Kiber, powered by VRMedia, have partnered to offer the Kiber3 fully integrated augmented reality solution for remote assistance. Ideally suited for the energy market as well as warehouses and factories, the third generation augmented reality multi-feature wearable device runs over Rajant]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rajant-and-kiber-announce-strategic-partnership-around-augmented-reality-ar-solution-for-energy-market/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Nov 2021 16:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rajant-and-kiber-announce-strategic-partnership-around-augmented-reality-ar-solution-for-energy-market/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rajant showcases resilient and secure smartfield connectivity at ADIPEC with solution partners]]></title><description><![CDATA[Drones, Augmented Reality, Personnel &amp; Asset Tracking, and Robots Features of Live Show Floor Demos Malvern, PA &ndash; November 10, 2021: Rajant Corporation, the exclusive provider of Kinetic Mesh&reg; wireless networks, and its technology partners will be attending ADIPEC in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates at the National Exhibition Centre. The event runs November 15th to 18th, with Rajant joining with partners in Booth 13564. Present to showcase the resilient and secure collaborative solu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rajant-showcases-resilient-and-secure-smartfield-connectivity-at-adipec-with-solution-partners/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Nov 2021 11:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rajant-showcases-resilient-and-secure-smartfield-connectivity-at-adipec-with-solution-partners/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brady Technologies acquires Igloo Trading Solutions to accelerate growth in European energy markets]]></title><description><![CDATA[LONDON &ndash; 20 October 2021 &ndash; Brady Technologies (&ldquo;Brady&rdquo;), a leading provider of energy and commodities trading, risk and logistics management software, has acquired Igloo Trading Solutions (&ldquo;Igloo&rdquo;), a next generation, cloud-native, SaaS trading and risk management platform for European energy markets. Igloo has a diverse client base including leading trading organisations, hedge funds, producers, and suppliers of power and gas which utilise its state-of-the-ar]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/brady-technologies-acquires-igloo-trading-solutions-to-accelerate-growth-in-european-energy-markets/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Oct 2021 11:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/brady-technologies-acquires-igloo-trading-solutions-to-accelerate-growth-in-european-energy-markets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[energate launches energy news service in English]]></title><description><![CDATA[(Essen, 15.09.21) The leading German energy news service 'energate messenger' is now also available in English. The 'energate messenger english edition' provides daily information on developments in the German and European energy markets. The newsletter is aimed at experts working in energy, consulting, finance and IT, whose focus lies on the German energy sector. The service informs about energy policy innovations, company performance, market developments in electricity, gas and CO2, and gives]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energate-launches-energy-news-service-in-english/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Sep 2021 11:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energate-launches-energy-news-service-in-english/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brady Technologies acquires CRisk]]></title><description><![CDATA[LONDON &ndash; Wednesday September 15th 2021: Brady Technologies (&ldquo;Brady&rdquo;), a leading provider of energy and commodities trading, risk and logistics management software, is pleased to announce that it has acquired CRisk, an enterprise risk management platform for the energy and commodities markets.CRisk&rsquo;s software enables physical and financial trading participants to globally manage their credit and liquidity risk on a modern, intuitive platform. The acquisition will strengthe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/brady-technologies-acquires-crisk/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Sep 2021 11:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/brady-technologies-acquires-crisk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rajant And ESG Solutions Announce Strategic Partnership for Carrying Microseismic Data to Surface for Underground Mining]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rajant Kinetic Mesh Wireless is the Backbone of ESG&rsquo;s Digital Seismic Recorder Malvern, PA &ndash; September 9, 2021: Rajant Corporation, the provider of Kinetic Mesh&reg; wireless networks, and ESG Solutions, an industry-leading microseismic solutions provider for the oil and gas, mining, and geotechnical industries, have completed successful testing with Rajant as the backbone for carrying microseismic data to the surface. Underground and open-pit mining customers will benefit as both co]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rajant-and-esg-solutions-announce-strategic-partnership-for-carrying-microseismic-data-to-surface-for-underground-mining/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2021 16:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rajant-and-esg-solutions-announce-strategic-partnership-for-carrying-microseismic-data-to-surface-for-underground-mining/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rajant Showcases Fully Mobile, Underground and Open-Pit Mine Autonomous Connectivity for MINExpo with Solution Partners]]></title><description><![CDATA[Robots, Drones, Wearables, Tracking, and Teleremote Control Features of Live Video/Voice Demos Malvern, PA &ndash; September 7, 2021: Rajant Corporation, the provider of Kinetic Mesh&reg; wireless networks, and a vast complement of its technology partners will be attending MINExpo taking place at the Convention Center in Las Vegas. The event runs September 13th to 15th, with Rajant joining with partners in North Hall at Booth 1261-N. Showcasing its collaborative solution for fully mobile, underg]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rajant-showcases-fully-mobile-underground-and-open-pit-mine-autonomous-connectivity-for-minexpo-with-solution-partners/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Sep 2021 14:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rajant-showcases-fully-mobile-underground-and-open-pit-mine-autonomous-connectivity-for-minexpo-with-solution-partners/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Centrica signs strategic partnership with ENSEK to accelerate digital transformation and help position the company for growth]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK, 18th August, 2021 &ndash; Centrica plc has today signed a strategic partnership agreement with ENSEK, the leading global retail energy Software as a Service provider, which will see the company transfer over 7 million UK domestic and small business energy supply customers to the platform. Becoming one of the lowest-cost energy suppliers in the market is a key pillar of the turnaround of Centrica and moving customers to ENSEK&rsquo;s Ignition platform underpins this. With...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/centrica-signs-strategic-partnership-with-ensek-to-accelerate-digital-transformation-and-help-position-the-company-for-growth/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Aug 2021 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/centrica-signs-strategic-partnership-with-ensek-to-accelerate-digital-transformation-and-help-position-the-company-for-growth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Personnel boost at bullfinch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Climate FinTech hires all-star management team Frankfurt am Main, Germany, August 18, 2021 &ndash; bullfinch completes its management team by hiring top-level executives. Niko von Tippelskirch has been newly appointed to the executive management board and will take on the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO). Gabriele Donino has joined bullfinch as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead the development of the FinTech platform, which is a key component in the financing and operations of...So]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/personnel-boost-at-bullfinch/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Aug 2021 09:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/personnel-boost-at-bullfinch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bamboo Systems Models How to Reduce Data Center Carbon Footprint with Arm Servers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bamboo&rsquo;s new whitepaper crunches the numbers on x86 powered data centers vs those utilizing Arm servers CAMBRIDGE, ENGLAND AND SAN JOSE, CA &ndash; July 13, 2021 &ndash; Bamboo Systems, a provider of revolutionary Arm-based, enterprise-classed servers architected to meet the needs of today&rsquo;s software design and data center demands, today released a whitepaper &ldquo;Reducing Your Data Center Carbon Footprint with Bamboo Arm Servers&rdquo; which analyzes the energy used by different t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/bamboo-systems-models-how-to-reduce-data-center-carbon-footprint-with-arm-servers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jul 2021 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/bamboo-systems-models-how-to-reduce-data-center-carbon-footprint-with-arm-servers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newable Finance brokerage launches Renewable Energy Finance solution ahead of UK governments plan for Net Zero]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newable Finance have announced the launch of a brand-new Renewable Energy Finance team which will be headed up by Chris Russell, Head of Renewable Energy. Chris brings a decade of specialist experience in the sector. The sector will be a major growth area as businesses look to invest in more energy-efficient methods from both a financial and environmental prospective. Newable Finance have direct access to multiple Renewable Energy focused lenders to source the best tailored...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/newable-finance-brokerage-launches-renewable-energy-finance-solution-ahead-of-uk-governments-plan-for-net-zero/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jun 2021 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/newable-finance-brokerage-launches-renewable-energy-finance-solution-ahead-of-uk-governments-plan-for-net-zero/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Greentech firm Qualus secures additional £1 Million financing]]></title><description><![CDATA[With patented polymer Sfere technology, Qualus is helping tanneries around the world reduce water consumption by up to 40% and chemicals by up to 15% LONDON &ndash; Qualus, the leading provider of sustainable solutions to the leather industry, has secured &pound;1 million of financing in a round led by Irrus Investments, an Ireland based angel syndicate. Co-investors in the round include CPI Enterprises and angels from Cambridge Capital Group and Harvard Business School Alumni Angels...Source: R]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/greentech-firm-qualus-secures-additional-1-million-financing/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Jun 2021 15:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/greentech-firm-qualus-secures-additional-1-million-financing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New survey shows 'Big Six' losing ground as challenger brands shake up the energy sector]]></title><description><![CDATA[Big Six have lost 8 percent of market to challenger brands in three years Good customer service still the key to consumer trust Price remains the most important factor when choosing to switch provider Green credentials increasingly important for consumers wanting to switch 70 percent of 18-34 year olds want energy conservation advice Email still customers&rsquo; preferred channel of communication London, 19 May 2021 &ndash; A new survey has revealed that the &lsquo;Big Six&rsquo; energy...Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-survey-shows-big-six-losing-ground-as-challenger-brands-shake-up-the-energy-sector/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 May 2021 14:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-survey-shows-big-six-losing-ground-as-challenger-brands-shake-up-the-energy-sector/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Housing Technology Launches Transformative ‘Housing On Demand’ Streaming Platform - Launch Comment by Midge Ure (Musician), Lord John Bird (Big Issue)]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new &lsquo;on-demand&rsquo; streaming app is being launched by Housing Technology, the UK&rsquo;s leading technology information service and broadcaster for the UK housing sector. The Housing Technology On-Demand app will deliver the expertise of technology leaders from the world of housing to those working in the sector around the clock. Topics range from the future of 3D printed homes to the use of the Internet of Things (IoT) systems for managing areas as diverse as...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/housing-technology-launches-transformative-housing-on-demand-streaming-platform-launch-comment-by-midge-ure-musician-lord-john-bird-big-issue/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 May 2021 11:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/housing-technology-launches-transformative-housing-on-demand-streaming-platform-launch-comment-by-midge-ure-musician-lord-john-bird-big-issue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bullfinch AG and Aquila Capital launch Joint Investment Vehicle for energy-efficient assets]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aquila Capital and bullfinch are pleased to announce the launch of a strategic joint investment vehicle intended to invest in energy efficiency assets across Europe. By combining Aquila Capital&rsquo;s leading investment experience in real assets and renewable energy, with bullfinch&rsquo;s unique expertise in decentralized renewable projects and next-gen technology platform, the partnership intends to make an immediate impact in the renewable investment landscape. - Cross reference: Picture is]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/bullfinch-ag-and-aquila-capital-launch-joint-investment-vehicle-for-energy-efficient-assets/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 May 2021 15:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/bullfinch-ag-and-aquila-capital-launch-joint-investment-vehicle-for-energy-efficient-assets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Speedcast Selected to Expand Connectivity Solution to Future-Proof Stena Drilling Fleet]]></title><description><![CDATA[Investment in digital transformation driving communications design enhancements for global drilling assets Aberdeen, United Kingdom &mdash; April 13, 2021 &mdash; Speedcast, the world&rsquo;s most trusted communications and IT services provider, has announced it has secured a five-year contract with Stena Drilling to expand its existing communications service with a newly designed solution to maximize operational effectiveness and support digital transformation efforts for Stena&rsquo;s global f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/speedcast-selected-to-expand-connectivity-solution-to-future-proof-stena-drilling-fleet/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Apr 2021 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/speedcast-selected-to-expand-connectivity-solution-to-future-proof-stena-drilling-fleet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Emtelle to help Norlys achieve a more digital Denmark]]></title><description><![CDATA[The collaboration worth 40 million kroner per year will ensure Norlys&rsquo; customers have high-speed fibre connectivity. Hawick, Scotland, 17 March 2021 &ndash; Emtelle, the leading global manufacturer of pre-connectorised blown fibre, cabling and ducted solutions, has today announced it has been awarded a three-year multi-million-kroner contract. Emtelle has been confirmed as the main supplier of duct, accessories and fibre units to Denmark&rsquo;s largest integrated energy and telecommunicat]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/emtelle-to-help-norlys-achieve-a-more-digital-denmark/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Mar 2021 16:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/emtelle-to-help-norlys-achieve-a-more-digital-denmark/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cleanwatts delivers real energy decarbonization]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vowing to simplify, amplify and accelerate the energy transition, this new cleantech company brings to business and local communities around the world the benefits of smart energy efficiency services and access to affordable clean energy Portugal, 24, February 2021 - 2021 brings many new and exciting prospects, and Cleanwatts is one of them. Emerging from the tech company Virtual Power Solutions (VPS), Cleanwatts combines the power of digital and industrial technology with deep domain expertise.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cleanwatts-delivers-real-energy-decarbonization/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2021 18:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cleanwatts-delivers-real-energy-decarbonization/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SolarArise commissions 75 MW Solar Plant in Uttar Pradesh]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zurich, 27 January 2021. ThomasLloyd announced today that SolarArise India Projects Private Limited (&ldquo;SolarArise&rdquo;) has commissioned a 75 Megawatt (&ldquo;MW&rdquo;) Solar PV plant in Khera village, Budaun District, state of Uttar Pradesh delivering clean energy to over 100,000 people in Northern India. In 2018, ThomasLloyd, a leader in impacting investing in emerging markets, invested in Delhi-based SolarArise alongside the Global Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Fund (&ldquo;G]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/solararise-commissions-75-mw-solar-plant-in-uttar-pradesh/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2021 17:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/solararise-commissions-75-mw-solar-plant-in-uttar-pradesh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brady grows sales bookings threefold in 2020 and signs leading customers Falck and BASF]]></title><description><![CDATA[BASF, Tangent Trading and Falck Renewable SpA join roster of 130+ global customers including Toyota and Koch Brady voted number one in metal trading software market for 11th year by Commodity Technology Advisory Ed Addario joins as CTO and Chris Regan appointed as Product Director London, Cambridge, UK: 17th December 2020. Brady Technologies, a market leader in global commodities trading software, has announced a significant uplift in its sales bookings, as well as the signing...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/brady-grows-sales-bookings-threefold-in-2020-and-signs-leading-customers-falck-and-basf/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2020 11:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/brady-grows-sales-bookings-threefold-in-2020-and-signs-leading-customers-falck-and-basf/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New partnership to support sustainable renewable energy in Southeast Asia]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Southeast Asia Energy Transition Partnership aims to help countries in the region transition from using fossil fuels to renewable sources of energy, in line with the Paris Agreement on climate change. The partnership aims to support sustainable energy transition in Southeast Asia while helping to create socio-economic opportunities. It will initially focus on Indonesia, the Philippines and Vietnam &ndash; countries with significant coal consumption. UNOPS is the fund manager and supports the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-partnership-to-support-sustainable-renewable-energy-in-southeast-asia/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2020 16:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-partnership-to-support-sustainable-renewable-energy-in-southeast-asia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[International Day of Action on Forest Biomass sees demand for subsidies overhaul swell across Europe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Biofuelwatch leads seventy five groups signing an open letter to BEIS opposing biomass subsidies; Cut Carbon Not Forests campaign continues to raise awareness and controversy among British public; EU petition brings together international NGOs to put an end to incentives for burning forest wood LONDON &ndash; 24th November, 2020 &ndash; Today is International Day of Action on Forest Biomass and opposition to biomass subsidies is mounting on policymakers across the UK and European member states..]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/international-day-of-action-on-forest-biomass-sees-demand-for-subsidies-overhaul-swell-across-europe/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2020 12:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/international-day-of-action-on-forest-biomass-sees-demand-for-subsidies-overhaul-swell-across-europe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SVOLT's 24-GWh Battery Cell Factory Comes to Germany]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chinese high-tech company invests up to EUR 2 billion in two Saarland production sites SVOLT intends to establish two production sites in Germany by the end of 2023. A total investment of EUR 2 billion is planned; SVOLT will create up to 2,000 jobs in total. A module and pack factory as well as a state-of-the-art cell factory with 24 GWh production capacity in the final expansion stage will be built in Saarland. 24 GWh...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/svolts-24-gwh-battery-cell-factory-comes-to-germany/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2020 14:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/svolts-24-gwh-battery-cell-factory-comes-to-germany/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mitsubishi Power Receives Order for First Solid Oxide Fuel Cell in Europe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Highly efficient plant supplies electricity and heat &ndash; Flexible use with hydrogen DUISBURG (GERMANY), 28 October, 2020 - Mitsubishi Power has recently received an order to supply the first Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) in Europe. The highly efficient hybrid system will be put into operation at the Gas- und W&auml;rme-Institut Essen e.V. (GWI) in Essen by March 2022. Among other things, flexible operation of the Hybrid-SOFC and the proportional use of hydrogen as a...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/mitsubishi-power-receives-order-for-first-solid-oxide-fuel-cell-in-europe/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2020 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/mitsubishi-power-receives-order-for-first-solid-oxide-fuel-cell-in-europe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Good Energy and ENSEK partner to accelerate renewable energy supply for businesses]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nottingham, UK &ndash; 27 October 2020 &ndash; ENSEK, the leading software supplier to UK energy providers, is today announcing that 100% renewable power company Good Energy is moving its entire B2B supply business onto ENSEK&rsquo;s Ignition platform. The move will enhance customer experience and support the launch of new services for Good Energy&rsquo;s business customers. The partnership is the latest investment from Good Energy into new products to support businesses tackle climate change. G]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/good-energy-and-ensek-partner-to-accelerate-renewable-energy-supply-for-businesses/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2020 10:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/good-energy-and-ensek-partner-to-accelerate-renewable-energy-supply-for-businesses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tickd launches to transform the way small businesses interact with the energy market]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nottingham, UK &ndash; 16th Sept 2020: Tickd, powered by ENSEK, launches the first fully digital switching and energy account service for small businesses. Customers can get a quote, select their supplier and tariff, then switch their energy in the space of 90 seconds. Tickd is fully integrated with ENSEK&rsquo;s Software as a Service platform, the company and technology behind leading energy suppliers across the UK and Europe. Ofgem recently announced its commitment to taking action...Source: R]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/tickd-launches-to-transform-the-way-small-businesses-interact-with-the-energy-market/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2020 13:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/tickd-launches-to-transform-the-way-small-businesses-interact-with-the-energy-market/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[InfoSaaS and Axora partner to transform the processes and costs of ISO management system certifications for oil, gas and mining sectors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cloud-based solution enable remote audits for far-flung, difficult-to-reach or even quarantined sites London &ndash; 15th September 2020 &ndash; InfoSaaS and Axora have concluded a partnership agreement intended to transform the processes and costs of achieving and retaining information security, data protection and business compliance ISO management system certifications for companies operating in the oil, gas and mining sectors. Companies in these sectors are subject to the same compliance req]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/infosaas-and-axora-partner-to-transform-the-processes-and-costs-of-iso-management-system-certifications-for-oil-gas-and-mining-sectors/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2020 10:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/infosaas-and-axora-partner-to-transform-the-processes-and-costs-of-iso-management-system-certifications-for-oil-gas-and-mining-sectors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Noesis Low-Code Solutions excelling in the Netherlands]]></title><description><![CDATA[Noesis is fuelling Digital Transformation by offering 6 (Proof of Concept) based on OutSystems technology International tech consulting company Noesis continues to expand its presence in the Netherlands, strongly supported on Low-Code Solutions and OutSystems technology. Noesis and OutSystems have a long-lasting partnership, since 2008, with Noesis consistently reinforcing its position of leadership and expertise on this technology, throughout countless projects. The strategic focus on the regio]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/noesis-low-code-solutions-excelling-in-the-netherlands/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2020 10:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/noesis-low-code-solutions-excelling-in-the-netherlands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WEBS onshore wind industry report delivers insights to drive more profitable O&amp;M strategies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Launched today, the WEBS Annual Publication 2020 has unveiled a number of critical deep dive insights into the onshore wind industry that will have a major impact on owner/operators driving better returns on asset O&amp;M during the year ahead. The WEBS report analyses three years&rsquo; worth of data from 75 windfarms located throughout eight countries totalling more than 2GW of onshore wind capacity, and provides anonymous performance benchmarks for availability, production, reliability, and l]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/webs-onshore-wind-industry-report-delivers-insights-to-drive-more-profitable-oampm-strategies/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2020 10:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/webs-onshore-wind-industry-report-delivers-insights-to-drive-more-profitable-oampm-strategies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power opens 12th global office – Colorado]]></title><description><![CDATA[Natural Power, a leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, has opened its 12th global office, located in Golden, Colorado. This is the company&rsquo;s third North American location adding to New York and Seattle. Initially, there will be four keys members of the team here supporting clients in both solar and onshore wind sectors: Chris Mertes (PE), Head of Advisory; Dr Vardaan (Dan) Chawla (PhD), Principal Solar Engineer; as well as Chad Homuth (PE), Senior...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-opens-12th-global-office-colorado/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2020 14:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-opens-12th-global-office-colorado/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power advises Crédit Mutuel Equity in aventron deal ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has acted as technical adviser to the French private equity specialist Cr&eacute;dit Mutuel Equity for its CHF 30 million acquisition of aventron&rsquo;s renewable energy portfolio consisting of a large number of wind, solar and hydro assets located throughout six European countries. Natural Power&rsquo;s mandate for the operational sites in the portfolio included a review of technology, O&amp;M contracts, and operational]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-crdit-mutuel-equity-in-aventron-deal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2020 10:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-crdit-mutuel-equity-in-aventron-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ENSEK expands into Europe with acquisition of NrgFin]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nottingham, UK &ndash; 5th August 2020: ENSEK, the leading software supplier to UK energy providers, today announced the acquisition of NrgFin, a Benelux-based consultancy and data analytics company. The deal is part of ENSEK&rsquo;s growth strategy to expand into new international territories within Western Europe, as well as pursuing wider growth opportunities in the UK. With this acquisition, ENSEK will set foot on the European continent for the first time. ENSEK uses its market-leading softw]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/ensek-expands-into-europe-with-acquisition-of-nrgfin/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2020 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/ensek-expands-into-europe-with-acquisition-of-nrgfin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power appointed as owner's engineer for Llwyndyrus solar]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has been appointed as owner&rsquo;s engineer following completion of the EPC contract procurement services which it delivered for the 6MW Llwyndyrus solar farm in conjunction with (and on behalf of) the project owner, Blackfinch Energy. The project is located near Pwlheli in Gwynedd, Wales. Natural Power was responsible for the preparation of the technical documentation for the EPC contract, engagement with each of the ten]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-appointed-as-owners-engineer-for-llwyndyrus-solar/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2020 17:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-appointed-as-owners-engineer-for-llwyndyrus-solar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Survey reveals 86% of UK businesses expect cyber attacks to increase in next 12 months]]></title><description><![CDATA[Phishing attacks are regarded as the greatest cyber threat 15 July 2020: In a survey of UK cyber security, IT and business professionals, 86% of businesses expect cyber threats to increase over the next 12 months. The survey, commissioned by WatchGuard Technologies, also reveals that 44% of organisations have experienced a cyber attack over the last year &ndash; and alarmingly, another 11% either didn&rsquo;t know, or were unsure whether they had been targeted. With the...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/survey-reveals-86-of-uk-businesses-expect-cyber-attacks-to-increase-in-next-12-months/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2020 11:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/survey-reveals-86-of-uk-businesses-expect-cyber-attacks-to-increase-in-next-12-months/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Controllis delivers a unique solution for easy renewables upgrades of telecoms exchanges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Innovative solution improves reliability, cuts costs and delivers greener networks Fixed and broadband telecoms operators can now quickly and easily upgrade their legacy exchanges to use renewable energy sources, thanks to the new SMART EXCHANGE POWER solution from Controllis. Switching to renewables will make the exchanges more reliable while cutting energy costs and reducing the carbon footprint. Telecoms service continuity has become critically important as more organisations transition to re]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/controllis-delivers-a-unique-solution-for-easy-renewables-upgrades-of-telecoms-exchanges/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2020 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/controllis-delivers-a-unique-solution-for-easy-renewables-upgrades-of-telecoms-exchanges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Informing Post-COVID-19 Economic Decision Making]]></title><description><![CDATA[Iotics announces founding membership of Emergent Alliance July 10, 2020 Iotics is one of the founding members of the Emergent Alliance, a not-for-profit community to better inform the future economic decision making of governments, corporations and organizations post-COVID-19. Alongside fellow members such as Rolls-Royce, IBM, Microsoft, Google Cloud and the Open Data Institute, the Emergent Alliance will share data, expertise and resources to build economic resilience and solve some of the bigg]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/informing-post-covid-19-economic-decision-making/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2020 12:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/informing-post-covid-19-economic-decision-making/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cut Carbon Not Forests: Hard-Hitting Campaign Urges UK Policymakers To Build A True Clean Energy Economy And End Dirty Biomass Subsidies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Environmental advocacy groups join forces in fresh appeal for MPs to redirect biomass subsidies towards truly clean and renewable energy sources like solar and wind LONDON (22 June, 2020) &ndash; A coalition of environmental advocacy groups have launched Cut Carbon Not Forests, a hard-hitting campaign to expose the UK&rsquo;s wasteful subsidies for companies that burn trees for electricity and to put pressure on policymakers to support reform. In the face of the escalating climate emergency,...S]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cut-carbon-not-forests-hard-hitting-campaign-urges-uk-policymakers-to-build-a-true-clean-energy-economy-and-end-dirty-biomass-subsidies/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2020 10:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cut-carbon-not-forests-hard-hitting-campaign-urges-uk-policymakers-to-build-a-true-clean-energy-economy-and-end-dirty-biomass-subsidies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Panasonic TOUGHBOOK Securely Connects Centrica Field Engineers To What They Need]]></title><description><![CDATA[Employees use modern applications on connected devices to improve customer service and efficiency. See full video here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xBOh2eMiz1E BRACKNELL, UK. 16th June 2020 &ndash; With the new Panasonic TOUGHBOOK and Windows 10 Pro, Centrica has taken its tradition of service excellence to the next level &ndash; the cloud &ndash; and transformed the working lives of 29,000 employees around the world. Now employees use modern applications on connected devices to improve custo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-panasonic-toughbook-securely-connects-centrica-field-engineers-to-what-they-need/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2020 12:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-panasonic-toughbook-securely-connects-centrica-field-engineers-to-what-they-need/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smarter Choices launches pilot digital platform enabling UK SMEs to improve energy efficiency]]></title><description><![CDATA[London, UK June 16th, 2020 The Smarter Choices consortium launches a pilot aimed at UK manufacturing SMEs to overcome current barriers to energy efficiency after successfully winning Department of Business, Energy, and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) funding [1]. The programme will offer a one-stop-shop in the form of a digital platform, showcasing results from independent energy assessments, framing projects for financial review, and supporting SME users from project implementation to monitoring and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/smarter-choices-launches-pilot-digital-platform-enabling-uk-smes-to-improve-energy-efficiency/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2020 11:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/smarter-choices-launches-pilot-digital-platform-enabling-uk-smes-to-improve-energy-efficiency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[RiskIQ announces investment from National Grid Partners]]></title><description><![CDATA[Strategic alliance will expand attack surface management to new markets London, UK &ndash; June 4, 2020 &mdash; RiskIQ, the world leader in attack surface management, today is pleased to announce an investment from National Grid Partners (NGP), the venture and innovation arm of British multinational utility company National Grid plc. This funding will enable RiskIQ to bring its attack surface management, threat detection, and unique threat hunting capabilities to critical infrastructure industri]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/riskiq-announces-investment-from-national-grid-partners/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2020 11:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/riskiq-announces-investment-from-national-grid-partners/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power advises Green Investment Group on trio of Nordic wind projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has provided technical due diligence on behalf of Macquarie&rsquo;s Green Investment Group (GIG) for a trio of Nordic wind projects. GIG has reached financial close on the portfolio of onshore wind farms: 43 MW Hornamossen wind farm located in Sweden&rsquo;s J&ouml;nk&ouml;ping municipality 47 MW Tysvaer wind farm in Rogaland county, south western Norway 79.8 MW Buheii wind farm in Kvinesdal, southern Norway The two Norweg]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-green-investment-group-on-trio-of-nordic-wind-projects/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2020 14:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-green-investment-group-on-trio-of-nordic-wind-projects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power expands offshore]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has appointed Rick Campbell as Head of Offshore to lead the development of the offshore business and explore new opportunities both within the UK and internationally. He is joined by Erlend Christiansen as Offshore Consents Lead in Ireland. Stephen Trotter, Managing Director at Natural Power, added: &ldquo;Offshore wind plays a crucial role in achieving renewable energy targets, and will enable many European countries to c]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-expands-offshore/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2020 18:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-expands-offshore/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HomeGrid Forum showcased further advances in the smart grid sector with the latest G.hn applications at IEEE ISPLC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beaverton, US, 18 May 2020: HomeGrid Forum is continuing to drive forward developments of G.hn technology that will revolutionize the future of Smart Cities. At the virtual 24th IEEE International Symposium on Power Line Communications (ISPLC), HomeGrid Forum&rsquo;s Marcos Martinez, Chair of the Contributions Working Group, unveiled the Forum&rsquo;s latest work on advancing G.hn for Industrial and Smart Grid applications around the world. HomeGrid Forum&rsquo;s participation in the virtual eve]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/homegrid-forum-showcased-further-advances-in-the-smart-grid-sector-with-the-latest-ghn-applications-at-ieee-isplc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2020 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/homegrid-forum-showcased-further-advances-in-the-smart-grid-sector-with-the-latest-ghn-applications-at-ieee-isplc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rolls-Royce signs Iotics to power its Digital Twin Technology]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rolls-Royce Power Systems adopts Iotics&rsquo; operating environment and toolset to expand its digital ecosystem and deliver Customer Service 4.0 14 May 2020: Rolls-Royce business unit Power Systems, has selected Iotics&rsquo; technology to enable digital solutions with asset-focused digital twins. Iotics&rsquo; technology delivers Rolls-Royce the capability to unlock over 200 data sources, brokering interactions to create digital twins of their in-field assets, and receive real-time event insig]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rolls-royce-signs-iotics-to-power-its-digital-twin-technology/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2020 10:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rolls-royce-signs-iotics-to-power-its-digital-twin-technology/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power bolsters renewable heat team]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has appointed Louise Waters as a renewable heat engineer to support clients at all stages of the project lifecycle, providing expert advice and analysis in support of the development of district heating and renewable heat generation projects. Louise holds a Master&rsquo;s degree in Mechanical Engineering and has nine years&rsquo; experience working in energy consultancy, much of it focusing on low carbon heat across a rang]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-bolsters-renewable-heat-team/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2020 14:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-bolsters-renewable-heat-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power SVP to co-chair wind resource conference]]></title><description><![CDATA[Holly Burnett PE, Senior Vice President at Natural Power, a leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, is set to co-chair the AWEA Wind Resource &amp; Project Energy Assessment Conference 2020 which takes please on September 29 &ndash; 30 in Minneapolis, MN. Holly will co-chair the event with Dr. Chris Ziesler, Global Director at Energy Services Renewables UL LLC. Holly said: &ldquo;The momentum behind the US wind industry is strong, and planning for new projects...Source: RealWi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-svp-to-co-chair-wind-resource-conference/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2020 15:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-svp-to-co-chair-wind-resource-conference/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reducing data centre energy costs a top priority according to 49% in Secure I.T. Environments Poll]]></title><description><![CDATA[Infrastructure investment to continue over the coming years with High Performance Computing, AI and Edge data centres all on the shopping list, and 29% planning to relocate data centres in 2020. 7 April 2020 &ndash; London, UK &ndash; A new poll from Secure I.T. Environments Ltd, one of the UK&rsquo;s leading design and build companies for modular and containerised data centres, has revealed that reducing energy costs (46%) and improving energy efficiency (39%) are key...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/reducing-data-centre-energy-costs-a-top-priority-according-to-49-in-secure-it-environments-poll/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2020 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/reducing-data-centre-energy-costs-a-top-priority-according-to-49-in-secure-it-environments-poll/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leading Turkish utility company digitalises operations with Panasonic TOUGHBOOK tablets]]></title><description><![CDATA[Turkish electricity company Dicle Elektrik adopts fully-rugged TOUGHBOOK tablets to improve processes for its field workers in the most challenging conditions. BRACKNELL, UK. 24th March 2020 &ndash; Dicle Elektrik, the Turkish electricity provider, has equipped its field service workers with approximately 1,500 TOUGHBOOK M1 devices to increase its service quality and improve processes. Dicle Elektrik supplies electricity throughout the Southeastern part of Turkey, the ancient lands of Mesopotami]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/leading-turkish-utility-company-digitalises-operations-with-panasonic-toughbook-tablets/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2020 11:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/leading-turkish-utility-company-digitalises-operations-with-panasonic-toughbook-tablets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HomeGrid Forum welcomes E.ON as a new Promoter member, as the G.hn alliance drives forward developments for the future of Smart Grids]]></title><description><![CDATA[Major energy supplier is set to strengthen HomeGrid Forum&rsquo;s mission for the Smart Grid and Smart City markets Beaverton, Oregon, 23 March 2020: HomeGrid Forum today announced that global energy service provider E.ON has joined the alliance, as it continues to promote G.hn and develop its work across an ever-widening portfolio including the Smart City and Smart Grid markets. E.ON will bring new expertise and market opportunities to the HomeGrid Forum, adding to the impact...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/homegrid-forum-welcomes-eon-as-a-new-promoter-member-as-the-ghn-alliance-drives-forward-developments-for-the-future-of-smart-grids/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2020 14:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/homegrid-forum-welcomes-eon-as-a-new-promoter-member-as-the-ghn-alliance-drives-forward-developments-for-the-future-of-smart-grids/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Clarios Bolsters Commitment to Corporate Sustainability by Joining the UN Global Compact]]></title><description><![CDATA[Milwaukee, WI &ndash; Clarios, a leader in advanced energy storage solutions, has joined the United Nations Global Compact &ndash; a voluntary initiative that encourages companies to develop, implement and disclose responsible business practices. By joining the compact, Clarios pledges to lead on 10 universal sustainability principles and uphold responsibilities in four areas: human rights, labor, environment and anti-corruption. &ldquo;The Compact&rsquo;s mission and principles directly align w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/clarios-bolsters-commitment-to-corporate-sustainability-by-joining-the-un-global-compact/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2020 14:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/clarios-bolsters-commitment-to-corporate-sustainability-by-joining-the-un-global-compact/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power advises on Irish wind deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has acted as technical advisor to Greencoat Capital for its recent acquisition of Letteragh Wind Farm in the west of Ireland. David Dunne, Operations Manager at Natural Power Ireland and due diligence lead for the project said: &ldquo;This project represents a further expansion of Greencoat Renewables&rsquo; portfolio in Ireland and the continuance of Natural Power&rsquo;s strong track record of delivering technical due di]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-on-irish-wind-deal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2020 18:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-on-irish-wind-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power advises Gresham House on solar deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has acted as technical adviser to the specialist alternative asset manager Gresham House for its acquisition of Bumpers solar farm from developer, Anesco. During the acquisition process, Natural Power provided technical due diligence and energy yield assessment services. Silvia Raineri, Solar PV consultant at Natural Power, said: &ldquo;We are delighted to have been involved in this project supporting Gresham House&rsquo;s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-gresham-house-on-solar-deal/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2020 14:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-gresham-house-on-solar-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy2market and Deutsche Post to Optimise Power Procurement and Energy Use at Logistics Sites]]></title><description><![CDATA[Conclusion of the government-subsidised research project TRADE EV In cooperation with Deutsche Post AG and its subsidiary StreetScooter GmbH, Energy2market GmbH (e2m) has developed options with a view to optimising power procurement and the use of energy at selected logistics sites with e-vehicles. The results of the TRADE EV[1] research project, which is subsidised by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy and scheduled to end in February 2020, were presented by e2m together...Sou]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy2market-and-deutsche-post-to-optimise-power-procurement-and-energy-use-at-logistics-sites/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2020 13:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy2market-and-deutsche-post-to-optimise-power-procurement-and-energy-use-at-logistics-sites/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power approved as a NYSERDA FlexTech consultant in New York]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has been approved by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) as a FlexTech consultant to help businesses plan clean energy strategies. Serving all counties in New York State, Natural Power is approved to provide consultancy services in the areas of technical support and clean energy analysis as well as distributed generation, resources, and energy storage. Completing an energy study on a buil]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-approved-as-a-nyserda-flextech-consultant-in-new-york/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2020 14:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-approved-as-a-nyserda-flextech-consultant-in-new-york/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North American team expands to keep pace]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fresh off a record-breaking 2019, Natural Power has made several significant hires in its technical advisory team to enable continued growth and to further strengthen capabilities in independent engineering and technical due diligence, bolstering both the company&rsquo;s capacity in North America as well as its service offerings across all renewable energy sectors. Recent additions to the team include Chris Mertes as Head of Advisory and Matthew Filippelli as Offshore Services Lead, as well as s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/north-american-team-expands-to-keep-pace/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2020 13:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/north-american-team-expands-to-keep-pace/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Controllis introduces a family of high capacity rectifiers with seamless solar integration and prioritisation capability]]></title><description><![CDATA[Telecoms operators can easily upgrade their power networks and incorporate solar energy for greater reliability and greener power Thetford 14th January 2020. Controllis, a leading global supplier of low carbon and carbon neutral hybrid power solutions has added the Smart48 DC power system to its portfolio. An efficient and highly scalable power platform, the Smart48 DC power system will help telecoms, mobile and tower companies provide more reliable, efficient and green power for their networks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/controllis-introduces-a-family-of-high-capacity-rectifiers-with-seamless-solar-integration-and-prioritisation-capability/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jan 2020 12:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/controllis-introduces-a-family-of-high-capacity-rectifiers-with-seamless-solar-integration-and-prioritisation-capability/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power advises on Finnish wind deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has acted as technical advisor to the Finnish renewable energy developer, Taaleri Energia, in a deal that sees funds managed by Taaleri Group divest part of their wind farm investment portfolio by selling their shares in the Nyby and Myllykangas wind farms to a consortium of Korean institutional investors.Hannah Staab, Principal Advisor at Natural Power, said: &ldquo;The transaction concludes a busy year for Natural Power]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-on-finnish-wind-deal/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jan 2020 17:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-on-finnish-wind-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power appoints Director of Service Operations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has appointed Steve Brignall as Director of Service Operations.Steve brings a wealth of experience in servicing and client management; joining Natural Power directly from Senvion where he was the Operations Manager for Northern Europe, prior to that he spent time abroad in servicing and operational roles. Before entering civilian life, Steve was Chief Marine Engineer in the Royal Navy with posts all over the world.Steve wi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-appoints-director-of-service-operations/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Dec 2019 18:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-appoints-director-of-service-operations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Group Introduces Breakthrough Innovation for Telecom Broadband Development]]></title><description><![CDATA[World&rsquo;s First 180 Micron Bend Insensitive Fibre Pushes Dimensions to an Unprecedented Lower Level Miniaturized Optical Cables Are Key to Sustain Future Digital Developments Milan, 16 December 2019 &ndash; Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, keeps sustaining future digital developments and introduces a bend insensitive single-mode optical fibre with 180&amp;micro;m outer diameter. Prysmian&rsquo;s BendBrightXS 180&amp;micro;m will enable an unprece]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-introduces-breakthrough-innovation-for-telecom-broadband-development/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Dec 2019 11:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-introduces-breakthrough-innovation-for-telecom-broadband-development/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power advises Octopus on acquisition of 115MW European onshore wind portfolio]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has acted as technical advisor to Octopus Renewables, part of Octopus Group, for its acquisition of a 115MW portfolio of wind farms in a deal totalling more than &euro;100 million with renewable energy company RES.The portfolio of eight wind farms is comprised of operational sites in France, the UK and Ireland where the business will explore potential opportunities for repowering.Alex Brierley, Co-Head of Octopus Renewable]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-octopus-on-acquisition-of-115mw-european-onshore-wind-portfolio/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Nov 2019 13:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-octopus-on-acquisition-of-115mw-european-onshore-wind-portfolio/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Controllis launches carbon neutral power solution for off-grid and poor-grid telecom sites]]></title><description><![CDATA[Controllis Zero offsets CO2 emissions from power production with sustainable solar and biofuel systemCambridge 27th November 2019. According to the GSMA there are more than one million off-grid / poor-grid telecoms sites in use globally, which combined are generating a carbon footprint greater than countries such as Nepal, Cambodia and Cameroon. By leveraging the environmental benefits of biofuels and supporting ethically approved CO2 offsetting processes such as tree planting or renewable energ]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/controllis-launches-carbon-neutral-power-solution-for-off-grid-and-poor-grid-telecom-sites/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Nov 2019 12:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/controllis-launches-carbon-neutral-power-solution-for-off-grid-and-poor-grid-telecom-sites/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five year contract marks milestone for Natural Power and E.ON]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has secured a five year contract to deliver HV support to E.ON UK. By the end of the contract term, the two businesses will have been working together for more than 20 years. Natural Power first delivered operational support to E.ON (formerly Powergen) in 2002 at the 24-turbine Bowbeat Wind Farm in the Scottish Borders, which at that time was Scotland&rsquo;s most powerful wind farm. Alistair...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/five-year-contract-marks-milestone-for-natural-power-and-eon/</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Oct 2019 18:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/five-year-contract-marks-milestone-for-natural-power-and-eon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HUBER+SUHNER enters mining market with innovative solutions for critical communication infrastructure]]></title><description><![CDATA[The company&rsquo;s established knowledge and expertise in fiber optic technology has proven to be key in the mining market and will be showcased at China Coal &amp; Mining Expo 2019Drawing on its extensive experience in providing solutions for optical connectivity in harsh environmental conditions, HUBER+SUHNER is now leading the way in supplying the mining industry with innovative bespoke solutions that address the market challenges.Working with Ampcontrol, a key player in the industry for pow]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hubersuhner-enters-mining-market-with-innovative-solutions-for-critical-communication-infrastructure/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2019 16:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hubersuhner-enters-mining-market-with-innovative-solutions-for-critical-communication-infrastructure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wiltshire County Council Expands Telensa Deployment to 42,000 Smart Streetlights]]></title><description><![CDATA[Central Management System has paid for itself in reduced energy and maintenance costs and will provide a low-cost platform for future smart city applicationsCambridge, UK - 29 October 2019 Telensa, the market leader in connected street lighting and Smart City applications, today announced that it has been selected by Wiltshire County Council to expand its PLANet intelligent street lighting system by an additional 7,000 lights across the county. The established deployment already controls 35,000]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/wiltshire-county-council-expands-telensa-deployment-to-42000-smart-streetlights/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2019 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/wiltshire-county-council-expands-telensa-deployment-to-42000-smart-streetlights/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orbital chooses SKF technology for world’s most powerful tidal turbine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 23 October 2019: SKF has developed a power train for the world&rsquo;s most powerful tidal turbine, capable of generating 2MW, being developed by Scotland-based Orbital Marine Power.SKF has been supplying bearings and components to Orbital since 2011 but has now taken a further holistic step in its technical capacity, by developing the full power train system.Thomas Fr&ouml;st, President Industrial Technologies at SKF says: &ldquo;We have almost a decade&rsquo;s worth of expe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/orbital-chooses-skf-technology-for-worlds-most-powerful-tidal-turbine/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Oct 2019 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/orbital-chooses-skf-technology-for-worlds-most-powerful-tidal-turbine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power recruits Energy Manager to support clients' carbon targets]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has appointed Duncan Wren in the role of Energy Manager. This new role has been created in response to the growing demand from clients in the built environment to help with lowering their carbon emissions. Euan Hutchison, Associate Technical Director (Planning), said: &ldquo;Working with our teams of technical specialists, Duncan will provide clients with a route map to net zero, considering appropriate low carbon heat and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-recruits-energy-manager-to-support-clients-carbon-targets/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Sep 2019 16:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-recruits-energy-manager-to-support-clients-carbon-targets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power awarded innovation grant to improve wind farm efficiency]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following a pilot project to improve wind farm efficiency, leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has been awarded more than &pound;100,000 from Innovate UK, the UK&rsquo;s innovation agency, to further develop its research into &lsquo;Combining complex and disparate data sources to define and deploy leaner and smarter operational strategies to improve the performance of wind farms&rsquo;. As wind power generation enters a new era in subsidy-free markets, there]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-awarded-innovation-grant-to-improve-wind-farm-efficiency/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Sep 2019 16:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-awarded-innovation-grant-to-improve-wind-farm-efficiency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rezatec launches deployment to monitor water pollution around Lake Maumelle for Central Arkansas Water]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harwell, Oxfordshire, 10 September 2019 &ndash; Central Arkansas Water, a metropolitan water utility system located in Pulaski County, Arkansas, USA has partnered with Rezatec, a world leading data analytics company, to conduct a deployment to identify and monitor sources of contaminants entering one of its primary drinking water sources, Lake Maumelle.Lake Maumelle is a 13.9 square mile man-made reservoir that provides approximately 65 percent of all drinking water to the Arkansas state capital]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rezatec-launches-deployment-to-monitor-water-pollution-around-lake-maumelle-for-central-arkansas-water/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Sep 2019 15:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rezatec-launches-deployment-to-monitor-water-pollution-around-lake-maumelle-for-central-arkansas-water/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US Department of Energy selects Natural Power for smart curtailment technology fund]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider Natural Power has been selected to receive substantial funding to develop and test a smart curtailment system to protect bats while minimising power loss during wind farm operations. The US Department of Energy (DOE) selected ten projects to receive funding totalling $6.8 million that will reduce environmental compliance costs and the environmental impacts of land-based and offshore wind energy. Christine Sutter, Global Head of Wildlife T]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/us-department-of-energy-selects-natural-power-for-smart-curtailment-technology-fund/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Sep 2019 17:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/us-department-of-energy-selects-natural-power-for-smart-curtailment-technology-fund/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fred.Olsen Renewables raise more than £16k with Three Peaks Challenge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fred.Olsen Renewables, with the help of Natural Power, SeaRoc and ZX Lidars, has raised a total of &pound;16,078 for the Marine Conservation Society, Scottish Mountain Rescue and Mountain Rescue England and Wales by completing the Three Peaks Challenge.A team made up of 27 employees from all four companies took park in the challenge scaling Ben Nevis in Scotland, Scafell Pike in England, and Snowdon in Wales.Finley Becks-Phelps, development manager at Fred.Olsen Renewables, said: &ldquo;Original]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/fredolsen-renewables-raise-more-than-16k-with-three-peaks-challenge/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Aug 2019 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/fredolsen-renewables-raise-more-than-16k-with-three-peaks-challenge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power and FVB form strategic partnership]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, and Swedish district energy consultant and design engineering expert, FVB, have formed a strategic partnership to further the advancement of district heating projects in the UK and Ireland.The combined skills of the organisations provide a unique complete lifecycle service to developers, owners and operators of district energy systems (heating, cooling and power). The partnership will be supporting the drive from fossil fu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-and-fvb-form-strategic-partnership/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Aug 2019 10:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-and-fvb-form-strategic-partnership/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power appoints Offshore Services Lead in North America]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider Natural Power has appointed Matthew Filippelli as Principal Engineer and Offshore Services Lead. He will be based in the New York office located in Saratoga Springs. Jim Adams, President of Natural Power in North America, said: &ldquo;The US has a vast offshore wind energy resource, and as this market continues to gather pace, it is important that we prioritize expanding our team and expertise to meet the needs...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-appoints-offshore-services-lead-in-north-america/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jul 2019 17:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-appoints-offshore-services-lead-in-north-america/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power advises Blackfinch Investments on subsidy-free solar farm acquisition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has acted as technical advisor to Blackfinch Investments for the acquisition of a new subsidy-free solar farm project in North Wales. The site, which is located on the Llyn Peninsula, is in advanced stage of development and already has planning consent, a grid connection offer and the option for lease in place to install a 6MW solar farm. It was acquired from Wiltshire based developer Luminous...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-blackfinch-investments-on-subsidy-free-solar-farm-acquisition/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jul 2019 16:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-blackfinch-investments-on-subsidy-free-solar-farm-acquisition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Controllis launches Smart48 Hybrid Power Unit for mobile and off-grid site power back-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Integrated solution slashes fuel use, adds renewable energy and increases site reliabilityLeading hybrid power systems specialist Controllis has launched the Smart48-Hybrid Power Unit (HPU) which allows mobile and telecoms operators to increase their network reliability and significantly reduce their fuel costs and carbon footprint.There are millions of mobile tower and telecoms sites deployed globally. Powered by a combination of mains (where available) or generators (when there is no mains), s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/controllis-launches-smart48-hybrid-power-unit-for-mobile-and-off-grid-site-power-back-up/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jul 2019 14:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/controllis-launches-smart48-hybrid-power-unit-for-mobile-and-off-grid-site-power-back-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Controllis launches IonLiFe® battery]]></title><description><![CDATA[New lithium-ion battery transforms hybrid power solutions for telecoms &amp; off-grid sites United Kingdom, 5th July 2019 Critical telecoms and off-grid sites can now gain significant performance and cost improvements by switching to state-of-the-art lithium-ion batteries. Leading hybrid power systems specialist Controllis has launched an innovative 48V 105 Amp hour lithium-ion battery solution, IonLiFe&reg;, specifically designed to integrate into the company&rsquo;s flexible hybrid power syste]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/controllis-launches-ionlife-battery/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jul 2019 13:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/controllis-launches-ionlife-battery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[On-demand production of high-performance seals]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest SKF seals have been developed for applications where better sealing performance is required than that provided by a labyrinth seal, but where space does not allow for a taconite seal. The new seal profiles are: TX, a single acting design with a lip seal facing outwards that prevents the ingress of contaminants while enabling grease flushing; TY, a double acting design with a lip facing outwards and a lip facing inwards; TZ, a double acting solution that features two single-lip seals i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/on-demand-production-of-high-performance-seals/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jul 2019 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/on-demand-production-of-high-performance-seals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF condition monitoring solution helps Barcelona Metro take a smarter approach to service quality]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 3 July 2019: For over a century, the citizens of Barcelona have relied on the metro to travel into and around the city. At peak times, 150 trains shuttle passengers between 158 stations on the eight-line network, which connects central Barcelona with seven surrounding municipalities.Similar to many public transport systems around the world, the Barcelona Metro network operates in an environment of continually rising demand. In 2018, there were 407.5 million passenger journeys]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-condition-monitoring-solution-helps-barcelona-metro-take-a-smarter-approach-to-service-quality/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jul 2019 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-condition-monitoring-solution-helps-barcelona-metro-take-a-smarter-approach-to-service-quality/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[In every revolution, it’s the details that matter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 2 July 2019: The automotive powertrain is in a state of flux. While engineering teams rush to develop new EV and hybrid architectures, they must continue to squeeze every ounce of efficiency from IC engines and transmission designs. This multilane development strategy has many miles to run.Although governments around the world are announcing plans to phase out petrol and diesel engines over the coming decades, combustion engines, combined with different levels of hybridizatio]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/in-every-revolution-its-the-details-that-matter/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2019 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/in-every-revolution-its-the-details-that-matter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power expands commercial team with focus on emerging markets]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, continues to expand its commercial team in 2019 with some key appointments. Keith Burns began as Commercial Director earlier in the year and has now been joined by David Tidhar who moved from the planning and environment team to take up the new role, Head of Emerging Markets. Keith&rsquo;s role has been focusing on the wider commercial operations of the business by leading the team in...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-expands-commercial-team-with-focus-on-emerging-markets/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2019 11:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-expands-commercial-team-with-focus-on-emerging-markets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MIRIS AS Launches Debt Sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[Investors in sustainable smart community real estate developments now have the opportunity to achieve significant savings and complete transparency, through the power of Blockchain technology.Oslo, 20 June 2019 - MIRIS AS, the Norwegian-domiciled sustainable Smart Community delivery company, today announced the launch of its innovative Debt Sale Program, aimed at expanding their reach in to a global investor base.The Debt Sale supports MIRIS&rsquo; evolution into an integrated Smart Community de]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/miris-as-launches-debt-sale/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2019 11:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/miris-as-launches-debt-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Introducing the world’s first hybrid bearing life model from SKF]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 19 June 2019: Called the Generalized Bearing Life Model (GBLM), its development will ensure that SKF customers and distributors choose the right bearing for the right application, every time.Until now, it has been difficult for engineers to predict whether a hybrid bearing will outperform a steel one in a given application, or whether the possible performance benefits that hybrid bearings enable are worth the extra investment they require. The conventional equations engineers]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/introducing-the-worlds-first-hybrid-bearing-life-model-from-skf/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2019 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/introducing-the-worlds-first-hybrid-bearing-life-model-from-skf/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HUBER+SUHNER to address challenges limiting the development of the offshore industry at OGA 2019]]></title><description><![CDATA[Speaking at Oil and Gas Asia (OGA) 2019, the HUBER+SUHNER Head of Business Unit Offshore/Energy Frank Thorn will address the urgent changes that need to be made in the offshore cable industry to allow for future progress.The demand for oil and gas has grown consistently over the last few decades, despite developments in renewable energy. This demand has resulted in a necessity for the offshore industry to explore ever more remotely in order to access...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hubersuhner-to-address-challenges-limiting-the-development-of-the-offshore-industry-at-oga-2019/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Jun 2019 17:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hubersuhner-to-address-challenges-limiting-the-development-of-the-offshore-industry-at-oga-2019/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Launch of ground-breaking split spherical roller bearings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Most advances in split bearing technology have been incremental improvements over the last 100 years. However, with the introduction of the SKF Cooper split spherical roller bearing, a new level in product quality and precision engineering has been achieved by combining SKF&rsquo;s spherical roller bearing and SKF Cooper&rsquo;s split bearing expertise. Manufactured at SKF Cooper in the UK, the new split bearing range enables customers to significantly reduce downtime by the replacement of solid]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/launch-of-ground-breaking-split-spherical-roller-bearings/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Jun 2019 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/launch-of-ground-breaking-split-spherical-roller-bearings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New SKF JIS compliant ball bearing units for the European market]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF has released a new, competitive range of JIS compliant ball bearing units for the European market that builds on the success of the company's recently launched JIS compatible UC offer for Asia. The new UC range is supplied as standard with two types of locking systems, a well proven sealing design and superior machined features, and will be available with full after-sales support through SKF's global distribution network.UC bearings offer optimised protection against contaminants and washdow]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-skf-jis-compliant-ball-bearing-units-for-the-european-market/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Jun 2019 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-skf-jis-compliant-ball-bearing-units-for-the-european-market/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New strategic partnership launches integrated marine coordination service]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has joined forces with SeaRoc and VALEMO to deliver an integrated solution for marine coordination that is fully dedicated to French offshore wind projects. VALEMO, which provides technical services to assist clients in boosting the production of renewable energy plants; together with SeaRoc, provider of the industry-leading marine management system, SeaPlanner, formed this strategic partnership that is being supported by]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-strategic-partnership-launches-integrated-marine-coordination-service/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Jun 2019 10:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-strategic-partnership-launches-integrated-marine-coordination-service/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HUBER+SUHNER becomes founding member of IMPI’s new Solid State RF Energy Section, further committing to RF Energy development]]></title><description><![CDATA[Membership of new group further enhances the company&rsquo;s work in RF Energy which includes development of a unique portfolio of solutionsHUBER+SUHNER, a leading expert in RF connectivity, has reinforced its commitment to developing products dedicated for solid-state RF Energy applications as it became one of eight companies to found the International Microwave Power Institute&rsquo;s (IMPI&rsquo;s) new Solid State RF Energy Section. With significant advantages over existing solutions, such as]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hubersuhner-becomes-founding-member-of-impis-new-solid-state-rf-energy-section-further-committing-to-rf-energy-development/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Jun 2019 13:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hubersuhner-becomes-founding-member-of-impis-new-solid-state-rf-energy-section-further-committing-to-rf-energy-development/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Customised and hybrid bearings solve fundamental issues in electric vehicles]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 17 May 2019: On the surface, there appears little difference between an electric and hybrid vehicle (EV&amp;HEV) and the conventional car, powered by an internal combustion engine, that it will increasingly replace.However, beneath the chassis, the gulf is huge, with the most fundamental shift being in the drivetrain. Here, powerful electric motors provide the power, and the way in which they work, and how they connect to the rest of the car, requires critical components such]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/customised-and-hybrid-bearings-solve-fundamental-issues-in-electric-vehicles/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2019 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/customised-and-hybrid-bearings-solve-fundamental-issues-in-electric-vehicles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF confirms closure of Stonehouse factory]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 17 May 2019: Following aconsultation process with local employee representatives, SKFconfirms the proposed closure of its factory in Stonehouse, UK. Theproposal was made in December 2018 as part of a wider consolidationof the Group&rsquo;s aerospace manufacturing footprint inEurope.The Stonehouse factory employs some 185 peopleand will be closed by 31 December 2021, as previouslyannounced.Bernd Stephan, President, Automotive andAerospace, says: &ldquo;The parties have worked together]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-confirms-closure-of-stonehouse-factory/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2019 10:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-confirms-closure-of-stonehouse-factory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sandwell Council Selects Telensa to Provide Smart Streetlight Infrastructure]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Midlands Council&rsquo;s 2030 vision includes connection of over 11,000 lights by 2022Cambridge, UK 16th May 2019: Telensa, the world leader in smart street lighting and smart city applications, today announced that it has been selected by Sandwell Council to provide a smart street lighting solution as part of the region&rsquo;s 2030 Vision Initiative. The Council plans to install nearly 4,000 lights by 2020, with the intention to increase this to over 11,000 by 2022,...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/sandwell-council-selects-telensa-to-provide-smart-streetlight-infrastructure/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 May 2019 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/sandwell-council-selects-telensa-to-provide-smart-streetlight-infrastructure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rolling railway maintenance to a digital destination]]></title><description><![CDATA[Condition-based maintenance (CBM), which involves measuring and monitoring parameters such as vibration and temperature to spot anomalies at an early stage, has been applied for a long time in many industries. The monitoring aspect is commonly known as conditioning monitoring.Historically, the rail industry&rsquo;s maintenance regime is to service trains on a time or mileage basis. Though this approach has been used successfully for many years, it does not take account of whether parts actually]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rolling-railway-maintenance-to-a-digital-destination/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2019 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rolling-railway-maintenance-to-a-digital-destination/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Finding fault: determining the true cause of premature bearing failure]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 2 May 2019: Modern manufacturing practices, and techniques such as predictive maintenance, have helped to make premature bearing failure a rare occurrence. However, it can still happen and, when it does, can have a catastrophic effect. The most worrying thing is that some failed bearings are nowhere near the end of their calculated lifespans and may only have operated for 5-10% of their rated life. This is a source of great expense and annoyance to customers, who expect their]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/finding-fault-determining-the-true-cause-of-premature-bearing-failure/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 May 2019 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/finding-fault-determining-the-true-cause-of-premature-bearing-failure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Safety first at higher bearing speeds with SKF Explorer single row angular contact ball bearings]]></title><description><![CDATA[If the rotating machinery industry had a mantra, it would be &lsquo;faster, faster&rsquo; - this is particularly relevant for equipment such as pumps and compressors. These industry workhorses are increasingly expected to deliver higher outputs. The way to increase power density is to boost rotation speed, but with this comes potential instability, increased wear and possible failure.For example, pumps are increasingly expected to operate continually while receiving minimal maintenance. Many fac]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/safety-first-at-higher-bearing-speeds-with-skf-explorer-single-row-angular-contact-ball-bearings/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2019 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/safety-first-at-higher-bearing-speeds-with-skf-explorer-single-row-angular-contact-ball-bearings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The centre of pressure with hydraulic piston seals]]></title><description><![CDATA[The piston seal lies right at the heart of hydraulic cylinder performance. Located in a groove on the outer diameter of the piston, this seal must contain the high pressure hydraulic fluid without impeding the motion of piston along the length of the cylinder.Since most hydraulic cylinders operate bi-directionally, the seal must be able to handle pressure from either side. The design of piston seals requires engineers to tread a fine line between friction and sealing performance. If the seal all]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-centre-of-pressure-with-hydraulic-piston-seals/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2019 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-centre-of-pressure-with-hydraulic-piston-seals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The centre of pressure]]></title><description><![CDATA[The piston seal lies right at the heart of hydraulic cylinder performance. Located in a groove on the outer diameter of the piston, this seal must contain the high pressure hydraulic fluid without impeding the motion of piston along the length of the cylinder.Since most hydraulic cylinders operate bi-directionally, the seal must be able to handle pressure from either side. The design of piston seals requires engineers to tread a fine line between friction and sealing performance. If the seal all]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-centre-of-pressure/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2019 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-centre-of-pressure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celebrating 100 years of the spherical roller bearing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 16 April 2019: Originally developed in 1919 by an SKF engineer, Arvid Palmgren, the spherical roller bearing (SRB) has since made its mark worldwide.<br />
Created to complement the self-aligning ball bearing, due to its ability to accommodate misalignment under heavy loads, the initial SKF design has now become part of the largest family of products in the industry.&nbsp;<br />
On the fabled Las Vegas Strip in the US, the High Roller ferris wheel contains two of the largest SRBs ever pr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/celebrating-100-years-of-the-spherical-roller-bearing/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Apr 2019 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/celebrating-100-years-of-the-spherical-roller-bearing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power advises on one of Taiwan’s largest offshore wind power projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, is delighted to have acted as technical advisor to a consortium of Japanese investors led by Sojitz Corporation (&ldquo;Sojitz&rdquo;) for the agreement of a significant equity position with international wind farm developer WPD on the Yunlin Offshore Wind Park. The transaction will see Sojitz and its consortium participate as a co-owner in the project right through construction and into operations for the 640MW offshore w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-on-one-of-taiwans-largest-offshore-wind-power-projects/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Apr 2019 13:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-on-one-of-taiwans-largest-offshore-wind-power-projects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[telent wins IT and communications contract for UK’s first new nuclear plant in a quarter of a century]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warwick, 08 April, 2019: telent Technology Services Ltd (telent), a leading UK technology and network services company, has been awarded a six-year contract to supply the communications and IT infrastructure at Hinkley Point C (HPC) &ndash; the UK&rsquo;s first nuclear plant to be built in 25 years. telent was chosen by EDF Energy to provide a multi-faceted, IT and communications package at the new site. Once running HPC will generate low carbon electricity for around...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/telent-wins-it-and-communications-contract-for-uks-first-new-nuclear-plant-in-a-quarter-of-a-century/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Apr 2019 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/telent-wins-it-and-communications-contract-for-uks-first-new-nuclear-plant-in-a-quarter-of-a-century/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Digitalization: in practice]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 4 April 2019: There has been much conversation about the Industrial Internet of Things and Industry 4.0, but the focus has generally been about the concept and the technology surrounding this revolution, rather than about the ways it can be put into practice. Here we look at why delivering customer value is so important and how digitalization is beginning to transform business models and industrial partnerships.Delivering customer value<br />
Recent improvements in connectivity, co]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/digitalization-in-practice/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Apr 2019 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/digitalization-in-practice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power advises on Cubico's &pound;272m refinancing of 200 MW UK portfolio]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has acted as technical advisor to London headquartered Cubico Sustainable Investments (&ldquo;Cubico&rdquo;) for the refinancing of its UK renewables portfolio which is comprised of 17 onshore wind farms and solar photovoltaic (PV) projects. Natural Power carried out technical due diligence services on all 17 operational wind and solar farms across the UK, including an assessment of the projects&rsquo; long-term energy pro]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-on-cubicos-pound272m-refinancing-of-200-mw-uk-portfolio/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Apr 2019 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-on-cubicos-pound272m-refinancing-of-200-mw-uk-portfolio/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New online tool makes bearing evaluation faster and easier]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 1 April 2019: SKF has updated its online Bearing Select tool, to make the process of selecting and evaluating a bearing faster and easier.To use the new tool, designers access it online (www.skfbearingselect.com) and enter relevant values for their design. The software then uses SKF engineering knowledge to evaluate bearing performance and calculate relevant results, such as rating life, bearing loads, relubrication interval and frequencies.&ldquo;SKF Bearing Select automatic]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-online-tool-makes-bearing-evaluation-faster-and-easier/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Apr 2019 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-online-tool-makes-bearing-evaluation-faster-and-easier/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF collaborates with ATS to develop solutions to reduce life cycle cost for rail freight]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 26 March 2019: The North American rail freight market is the biggest in the world and like most other freight markets are continuously searching for ways to improve efficiency and reduce life cycle cost of assets. The truck or bogie system influences a significant part of the life cycle cost of a freight car. Lighter truck systems that make use of sensor technology and digitalization can enable a shift to a more efficient and reliable solution with less wear, higher payloads]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-collaborates-with-ats-to-develop-solutions-to-reduce-life-cycle-cost-for-rail-freight/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2019 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-collaborates-with-ats-to-develop-solutions-to-reduce-life-cycle-cost-for-rail-freight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orcan Energy's World Premiere: First ORC-Plant Park in Myanmar]]></title><description><![CDATA[Munich, Germany - March 26, 2019 - Orcan Energy, a leading manufacturer of energy efficiency solutions based on the proven Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) technology, and its joint venture partner VPower have reached a major milestone: In Myanmar, Southeast Asia, the world&rsquo;s first 90-megawatt power plant fleet with 70 second-generation ORC products has been built and put into operation. "For Orcan Energy, this installation represents a giant leap towards efficient and sustainable power generat]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/orcan-energys-world-premiere-first-orc-plant-park-in-myanmar/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2019 09:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/orcan-energys-world-premiere-first-orc-plant-park-in-myanmar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Conference on Wind Energy and Wildlife Impacts comes to Stirling]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy and infrastructure consultancy, Natural Power is to headline sponsor the fifth Conference on Wind Energy and Wildlife Impacts (CWW 2019) that will be hosted in Stirling, Scotland, on 27th to 29th August this year. In a series of keynote talks, sessions and workshops, experts from across the globe will come together at the University of Stirling to share their knowledge on the impacts that wind energy has on wildlife, and to discuss...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/conference-on-wind-energy-and-wildlife-impacts-comes-to-stirling/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Mar 2019 16:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/conference-on-wind-energy-and-wildlife-impacts-comes-to-stirling/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Continued success in Hong Kong for the UK based Organics Group]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Organics Group, a UK and Thailand based wastewater treatment specialist, recently completed the turnkey design, manufacture and installation of its latest HK$ 38 million (US$ 4.8 million) thermal ammonia removal facility to treat leachate from the West New Territories landfill (WENT), the largest landfill in Hong Kong operated by SITA Waste Services. The facility is designed to treat up to 1230 m3 per day of landfill leachate with an ammonia concentration of 4500 mg...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/continued-success-in-hong-kong-for-the-uk-based-organics-group/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Mar 2019 10:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/continued-success-in-hong-kong-for-the-uk-based-organics-group/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bioplex and Controllis: Turning farm waste and sunshine into electricity]]></title><description><![CDATA[Innovative biogas and solar power system provides onsite power from plant and animal wasteFarms and local communities could soon be able to go off-grid, with self-sufficiency in mains electricity and heat thanks to a breakthrough biogas and solar power system.The self-contained, onsite electricity generating solution uses a mix of solar power alongside biogas made from both plant and animal waste. The new hybrid system from Bioplex and Controllis could not only reduce or eliminate electricity...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/bioplex-and-controllis-turning-farm-waste-and-sunshine-into-electricity/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Feb 2019 11:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/bioplex-and-controllis-turning-farm-waste-and-sunshine-into-electricity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Digitalization: The cultural challenge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 08 February, 2019: Regardless of their sector, size or history companies are recognising that the recent improvements in connectivity, control and analytical capabilities have the potential to unlock significant improvements in the cost, quality and productivity of their operations. More fundamentally, digital technology is enabling entirely new product and service offerings, and underpinning the creation of new business models.You don&rsquo;t have to look far to see this pro]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/digitalization-the-cultural-challenge/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Feb 2019 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/digitalization-the-cultural-challenge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ultimate choice for heavy-duty shaft seals]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF has extended its range of reinforced shaft seals for heavy industrial applications. As well as providing a wide range of standard catalogue products, SKF offers tailored versions, in terms of both size and engineering properties.&ldquo;SKF&rsquo;s extensive range of products, which is not limited to listed catalogue part numbers, ensures that customers in heavy-duty industries find the exact seal they need for their application,&rdquo; says Darron Henn, Seals Manager at SKF.Seals can be deli]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/ultimate-choice-for-heavy-duty-shaft-seals/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Feb 2019 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/ultimate-choice-for-heavy-duty-shaft-seals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power appoints drone specialist]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy and infrastructure consultancy Natural Power, has appointed Andre Louis Ferdinand as a Senior Engineer in the inspections service team, based in North America.Andre joins from Ascent Technologies, a Texas-based firm specialising in developing software for commercial unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Ascent Technologies was acquired by Natural Power earlier this month. Craig Gordon, Global Head of Inspections at Natural Power, said: &ldquo;Andre is a very welcome addition to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-appoints-drone-specialist/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Feb 2019 17:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-appoints-drone-specialist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power acquires drone software specialist Ascent Technologies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Natural Power acquires Ascent TechnologiesLeading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has acquired the Texas-based firm Ascent Technologies &ndash; a developer of software for commercial unmanned aerial systems (UAS) operations.The specialist software, which has been developed by Ascent Technologies during the course of the past two years, will enable Natural Power to automate drone flights, thus increasing speed, consistency and quality of the data gathered during]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-acquires-drone-software-specialist-ascent-technologies/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Feb 2019 15:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-acquires-drone-software-specialist-ascent-technologies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sumitomo, SQM, Tungco and ArcelorMittal discuss the future of batteries, sustainable sourcing and trading politics at Argus Metals Week 2019]]></title><description><![CDATA[Global energy and commodities price-reporting agency Argus will host Argus Metals Week 2019 in London, UK, on 26 February -1 March.Drawing on the success of an established portfolio of metal events, the 11th annual Argus Metals Week conference will provide a multidisciplinary perspective on the metals industry across three focused agendas &mdash; Battery materials, SnWTa, and NiCoMo.It will bring together mining companies, producers, manufacturers, traders and market specialists from Australia,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/sumitomo-sqm-tungco-and-arcelormittal-discuss-the-future-of-batteries-sustainable-sourcing-and-trading-politics-at-argus-metals-week-2019/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Feb 2019 14:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/sumitomo-sqm-tungco-and-arcelormittal-discuss-the-future-of-batteries-sustainable-sourcing-and-trading-politics-at-argus-metals-week-2019/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF sets new standard for hygienic design with ground-breaking Food Line ball bearing units]]></title><description><![CDATA[With companies striving to perfect a proactive approach to food safety, SKF is launching the new Food Line ball bearing units &ndash; Blue Range, which extend a hygienic-design mentality to bearing unit components for food-processing equipment.Since 2012, the food and beverage industry has seen a significant increase in units recalled&mdash;a 92.7% spike in FDA recalls and an 83.4% uptick in recalled products by the USDA.1 Meanwhile, bacterial contamination and undeclared allergens together repr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-sets-new-standard-for-hygienic-design-with-ground-breaking-food-line-ball-bearing-units/</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jan 2019 03:21:20 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-sets-new-standard-for-hygienic-design-with-ground-breaking-food-line-ball-bearing-units/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aareon Housing Technology Chosen to Drive Efficiency and Customer Self-Service at Magna]]></title><description><![CDATA[Magna Housing has chosen a comprehensive housing technology system from Aareon UK (www.aareon.co.uk). The new solution comprises the Aareon QL housing management system, Aareon 1st Touch mobile workforce technology and a new customer portal.Magna Housing, which has around 10,000 homes across Dorset and Somerset, plans to go live with the first phase of the QL system in summer 2019 followed by the customer portal shortly afterwards.Having reviewed the market, Aareon was chosen as it offered...Sou]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aareon-housing-technology-chosen-to-drive-efficiency-and-customer-self-service-at-magna/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jan 2019 12:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aareon-housing-technology-chosen-to-drive-efficiency-and-customer-self-service-at-magna/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power advises on New Frontier Wind]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy and infrastructure consultancy, Natural Power, has provided the finance-grade energy yield analysis (EYA) and associated reliance letter for Capital Power Corporation&rsquo;s 99MW New Frontier Wind Project in McHenry County, North Dakota. Jim Adams, President of Natural Power North America, said: &ldquo;It&rsquo;s fantastic to be involved in a project of this scale which underpins the continued growth of the US renewable energy market. Our EYAs are relied upon for both w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-on-new-frontier-wind/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jan 2019 16:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-on-new-frontier-wind/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power advises NTR on 200MW Nordic wind portfolio acquisition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy and infrastructure consultancy, Natural Power has advised NTR on the 200MW acquisition of operational and pre-construction onshore wind projects in Sweden and Finland that has been added to the NTR Renewable Energy Income Fund II. Total capital invested by NTR in the portfolio is expected to be in excess of &euro;180 million. NTR acquired the portfolio projects, called Vindin, from a consortium of Swedish industrial companies. Natural Power attended all sites individuall]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-ntr-on-200mw-nordic-wind-portfolio-acquisition/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jan 2019 13:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-ntr-on-200mw-nordic-wind-portfolio-acquisition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF investing in automated production line in France]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 21 January 2019: Today SKF inaugurated a fully automated production line dedicated to the production of SAFRAN's LEAP engine components. This strategic investment is part of the Group's modernization of its production in France. It also contributes to strengthening SKF's expertise in rotating equipment performance and improving the level of customer service around the bearing.SKF is investing in a new digital manufacturing line in order to optimize its production capacity and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-investing-in-automated-production-line-in-france/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Jan 2019 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-investing-in-automated-production-line-in-france/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power appointed to Decentralised Energy Network Frameworks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy and infrastructure consultancy, Natural Power has been appointed by Stoke-on-Trent City Council as a supplier on the four-year Decentralised Energy Network Frameworks. This is the first phase of frameworks to support decentralised energy networks and will cover the technical and professional consultancy element. The management of the frameworks will be undertaken by an arms' length company called Sinfra (UK), a franchise of the Swedish purchasing body Sinfra. Significant]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-appointed-to-decentralised-energy-network-frameworks/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jan 2019 17:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-appointed-to-decentralised-energy-network-frameworks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DEA Deutsche Erdoel AG turns 120]]></title><description><![CDATA[Merger in the making Hamburg, January 10th, 2019 - The oil and gas production company DEA Deutsche Erdoel AG turned 120 years today. DEA is one of the most long-standing E&amp;P companies in the world and was one of the first players at the dawn of the commercial oil production era. In Germany, DEA has provided important economic stimulus and made a significant contribution to the domestic energy supply. The Deutsche Tiefbohr-Actiengesellschaft was first registered...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/dea-deutsche-erdoel-ag-turns-120/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Jan 2019 13:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/dea-deutsche-erdoel-ag-turns-120/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hafod’s Self-Service Customer App Supports A New Customer Charter And Drives Operational Efficiency Gains]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following the successful launch of its new self-service customer app, Hafod Housing has achieved significant operational efficiencies and improved two-way customer communication with a new Customer Charter. The app was supplied by the UK&rsquo;s leading housing technology company Aareon UK (www.aareon.co.uk). Hafod Moves to Self-ServiceWith a stock of over 4,500 properties spread across South East Wales from Newport and Cardiff to Rhondda Cynon Taf, Bridgend and Merthyr Tydfil, maintaining effec]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hafods-self-service-customer-app-supports-a-new-customer-charter-and-drives-operational-efficiency-gains/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Jan 2019 13:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hafods-self-service-customer-app-supports-a-new-customer-charter-and-drives-operational-efficiency-gains/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bearing and seal design considerations for tunnel boring machines]]></title><description><![CDATA[Once construction starts, there&rsquo;s no going back. A tunnel boring machine (TBM) is not equipped with a reverse gear, so it is imperative that the machine is able to complete its job without suffering any significant mechanical failure on route. Where problems do occur, accessing the machine for repair can be a complex, costly and time-consuming project, especially with the main slewing bearing installed inside the TBM&rsquo;s gear box. The main slewing bearing is the heart of the machine an]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/bearing-and-seal-design-considerations-for-tunnel-boring-machines/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Jan 2019 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/bearing-and-seal-design-considerations-for-tunnel-boring-machines/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power appoints Director of HSEQ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy and infrastructure consultancy, Natural Power, has appointed David Armour to the new role Director of HSEQ. Reporting to Managing Director, Stephen Trotter, David will have functional responsibility for health, safety, environment and quality as well as for the resource both within the central HSEQ function and the safety advisors and managers throughout the business units. Stephen Trotter, Managing Director at Natural Power, said: &ldquo;This promotion not only recognis]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-appoints-director-of-hseq/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Dec 2018 11:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-appoints-director-of-hseq/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF helps reduce maintenance costs through new railway condition monitoring solution]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 20 December 2018: SKF&rsquo;s latest offering for the railway industry, Multilog IMx-Rail,is a multi-channel, on-line condition monitoring system based on new rail approved components. It is the next step in train digitalization, allowing operators to implement condition based maintenance that can help achieve goals such as TCO reduction,higher availability, the avoidance of unplanned stoppages and longer maintenance intervals.<br />
Available for OEM installation and as a reftrofi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-helps-reduce-maintenance-costs-through-new-railway-condition-monitoring-solution/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Dec 2018 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-helps-reduce-maintenance-costs-through-new-railway-condition-monitoring-solution/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New SKF solution delivers benefits of condition monitoring to wider applications]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 20 December 2018: SKF has further expanded its offering in condition monitoring with a compact, competitively priced system that is flexible enough to be used across a broad spectrum of applications and industries. The SKF Multilog IMx-16Plus will help more users of rotating equipment to reduce unplanned machine downtime, improve asset availability and optimise machinery operation.Condition monitoring has historically been restricted to the most critical assets. However, the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-skf-solution-delivers-benefits-of-condition-monitoring-to-wider-applications/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Dec 2018 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-skf-solution-delivers-benefits-of-condition-monitoring-to-wider-applications/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding damage tolerance in hybrid bearings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 19 December 2018: Hybrid bearings, which combine hardened steel rings with rolling elements made of high-performance ceramic materials, are an increasingly popular option for demanding applications. Bearings of this type can outperform conventional designs where high speeds, high temperatures or poor lubrication conditions are experienced.Those characteristics have led to their use in jet engines and other critical aerospace equipment. Hybrid bearings also provide high levels]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/understanding-damage-tolerance-in-hybrid-bearings/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2018 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/understanding-damage-tolerance-in-hybrid-bearings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Extended metal-detectable seals range for contaminant-sensitive processes]]></title><description><![CDATA[For pharmaceutical and food and beverage manufacturers, in-production contamination risk is of the highest concern. Meeting safety, hygiene and regulatory standards involves close and continuous monitoring of production processes in order to detect contaminants and metallic particles from bearing surfaces, for example, originating from the natural wear and tear of machinery. Such contamination, if undetected, has serious consequences in terms of cost and reputation damage for the companies invol]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/extended-metal-detectable-seals-range-for-contaminant-sensitive-processes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2018 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/extended-metal-detectable-seals-range-for-contaminant-sensitive-processes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2018-12-19 Extended metal-detectable seals range for contaminant-sensitive processes]]></title><description><![CDATA[For pharmaceutical and food and beverage manufacturers, in-production contamination risk is of the highest concern. Meeting safety, hygiene and regulatory standards involves close and continuous monitoring of production processes in order to detect contaminants and metallic particles from bearing surfaces, for example, originating from the natural wear and tear of machinery. Such contamination, if undetected, has serious consequences in terms of cost and reputation damage for the companies invol]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/2018-12-19-extended-metal-detectable-seals-range-for-contaminant-sensitive-processes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2018 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/2018-12-19-extended-metal-detectable-seals-range-for-contaminant-sensitive-processes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF supports ERG to manage maintenance activities across its wind turbine estate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 13 December 2018: Renewable energy giant, ERG is Italy's leading producer of wind energy and is among the top ten wind energy operators in Europe. With a current installed capacity of 1,814 MW across seven countries, the company achieved wind-based energy production totalling in excess of 3,613 GWh in 2017, equivalent to a cut in CO2 emissions of around three million tonnes in a single year.A recent survey demonstrated that 80 % of lubrication points installed are still manua]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-supports-erg-to-manage-maintenance-activities-across-its-wind-turbine-estate/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Dec 2018 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-supports-erg-to-manage-maintenance-activities-across-its-wind-turbine-estate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF consolidates aerospace manufacturing in Europe; proposes to close site in Stonehouse]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 6 December 2018: SKF today announces aconsolidation of its aerospace manufacturing footprint in Europe.Consequently, and subject to consultation with local unions, SKFproposes to close its bearing manufacturing site in Stonehouse,UK.The Group will now enter into a period ofconsultation with employee representatives. Should the proposal beconfirmed, manufacturing at the site in Stonehouse will cease by 31December 2021, with production moved to SKF&rsquo;s aerospace bearingmanufacturin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-consolidates-aerospace-manufacturing-in-europe-proposes-to-close-site-in-stonehouse/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Dec 2018 16:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-consolidates-aerospace-manufacturing-in-europe-proposes-to-close-site-in-stonehouse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Centrica Equips Its Engineers With 7500 Panasonic Rugged Tablets]]></title><description><![CDATA[Providing its service and repair engineers with improved ways of working and communication to enhance customer serviceBRACKNELL, UK. 6th December 2018 - Centrica, the leading energy and services company operating brands such as British Gas and Dyno, has rolled out 7,500 Panasonic FZ-G1 rugged tablets to its team of UK engineers to improve working methods and ultimately to enhance its customer service. For the past eight years the company&rsquo;s engineers have been using the Panasonic...Source:]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/centrica-equips-its-engineers-with-7500-panasonic-rugged-tablets/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Dec 2018 11:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/centrica-equips-its-engineers-with-7500-panasonic-rugged-tablets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF signs agreement with Palumbo Shipyards]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 06 December 2018: The services include activities such as mounting, chocking and on-site machining services, alignment services and vibration measurements as well as geometric and strain gauge alignment measurements.Furthermore, SKF and Palumbo Shipyards will collaborate to provide support and create value for the end customers.&ldquo;We are very pleased to start this collaboration with Palumbo Shipyards with the signing of this contract. SKF recognizes the importance of bein]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-signs-agreement-with-palumbo-shipyards/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Dec 2018 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-signs-agreement-with-palumbo-shipyards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF offers new compact metering device for single-line lubrication systems]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 4 December 2018: SKF today announced the introduction of its Lincoln SLC metering device for grease. Developed for use in single-line lubrication systems, this compact metering device features a compact and modular design for less jointing and decreased risk of leaking.Featuring a spring-reset control piston, the metering device has a high venting capability for compatibility with greases up to NLGI 2. The device provides reliable operation in harsh conditions and low tempera]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-offers-new-compact-metering-device-for-single-line-lubrication-systems/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Dec 2018 18:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-offers-new-compact-metering-device-for-single-line-lubrication-systems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF solutions for high speed electric powertrains in focus at CTI Symposium]]></title><description><![CDATA[GOTHENBURG, Sweden, 03 December 2018 &ndash; SKF is a leading component supplier to automotive original equipment manufacturers and the independent aftermarket around the world. Designing solutions with the right performance, SKF&rsquo;s Automotive team creates customer value by focusing on quality, energy efficiency, comfort, optimised performance and safety.SKF is deeply involved in the development of components for automotive electrification. SKF experts will be present at the CTI Symposium (]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-solutions-for-high-speed-electric-powertrains-in-focus-at-cti-symposium/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Dec 2018 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-solutions-for-high-speed-electric-powertrains-in-focus-at-cti-symposium/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aspect Enterprise Solutions Wins Energy Risk Asia "CTRM Software House of The Year" Award]]></title><description><![CDATA[SINGAPORE &mdash; November 23, 2018: ION, the largest global provider of trading, analytics and risk management solutions for commodities and treasury management, announced its Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) in the cloud CTRM solution, Aspect, has accepted the top CTRM software award last night at the prestigious annual Energy Risk Asia Awards dinner in Singapore.The awards recognize excellence across Asian energy and commodities markets, and are decided by a panel of Energy Risk editorial experts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aspect-enterprise-solutions-wins-energy-risk-asia-ctrm-software-house-of-the-year-award/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Nov 2018 10:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aspect-enterprise-solutions-wins-energy-risk-asia-ctrm-software-house-of-the-year-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Torus and Aareon Collaborate on Housing Management Solution]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following an exhaustive review of the solutions on offer, Torus Group has selected the QL system from Aareon (www.aareon.co.uk) as the single, integrated system to underpin their business. Formed in April 2015 when Helena Partnerships and Golden Gates Housing Trust joined forces, North West based housing and regeneration group Torus now owns and manages more than 22,000 homes.The decision to select Aareon UK systems led to a complex project to migrate the businesses from multiple...Source: RealW]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/torus-and-aareon-collaborate-on-housing-management-solution/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Nov 2018 16:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/torus-and-aareon-collaborate-on-housing-management-solution/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF invests SEK 200 million in St Cyr, France]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 12 November 2018: SKF is investing SEK200 million in upgrading and modernizing its logistics and bearingremanufacturing centres in St Cyr, France.The logistics centre investment improves customerservice levels and lead-times by bringing component storage fromall of St Cyr&rsquo;s manufacturing together in one modern warehouse. Itwill also help improve worker safety and component traceability.The logistics centre was inaugurated during the third quarter of2018.The bearing remanufactur]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-invests-sek-200-million-in-st-cyr-france/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Nov 2018 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-invests-sek-200-million-in-st-cyr-france/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wind and Solar Power Forecasting Innovation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Natural Power sponsor PhD in Power ForecastingLeading renewable energy and infrastructure consultancy, Natural Power, is to collaborate with the University of Strathclyde and The Data Lab to jointly sponsor Rosemary Tawn for a PhD in Short-Term Wind and Solar Power Forecasting. The three and half year PhD will focus on improving power forecasting for renewable energy assets, and it is anticipated that work on upgrading Natural Power&rsquo;s forecasting system will begin in 2019. Callum McLean,..]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/wind-and-solar-power-forecasting-innovation/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Nov 2018 18:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/wind-and-solar-power-forecasting-innovation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF Test Center wins design prize at the International Architecture Awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 8 November 2018: SKF is proud to have won a Design Award for its Sven Wingquist Test Center at The International Architecture Awards, a competition that recognises outstanding architectural achievements from across the globe. With over 1,000 entries from across 31 countries, the awards are globally recognised as a high accolade for any company.The awards took place in Athens, Greece and the judges complemented SKF on the uniqueness of the design of the test center, its effect]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-test-center-wins-design-prize-at-the-international-architecture-awards/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Nov 2018 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-test-center-wins-design-prize-at-the-international-architecture-awards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aareon 360 Portal Enables Social Landlords To Digitally Transform Customer, Staff, Supplier And Property Management Operations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aareon UK (www.aareon.co.uk) has announced the latest release of its Aareon 360 platform, the evolution of its widely acclaimed self-service solution. The portal platform enables Housing Associations and Social Landlords to digitally transform their customer, staff, supplier and property management operations.From a Housing organisation customer&rsquo;s perspective, the Aareon 360 platform enables full online self-service access to a wide range of information, enabling them to transact seamlessl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aareon-360-portal-enables-social-landlords-to-digitally-transform-customer-staff-supplier-and-property-management-operations/</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Oct 2018 11:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aareon-360-portal-enables-social-landlords-to-digitally-transform-customer-staff-supplier-and-property-management-operations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power's Head of Solar and Energy Storage Appointed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy and infrastructure consultancy, Natural Power, has appointed Shawn Shaw to the role Head of Solar and Energy Storage. Based in the Saratoga Springs, New York office, Shawn will be responsible for leading and growing Natural Power&rsquo;s robust solar and energy storage business lines focused on due diligence, technical advisory, and independent consulting to financiers, investors, project developers, and government agencies across the world.Shawn joins from The Cadmus Gr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-powers-head-of-solar-and-energy-storage-appointed/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Oct 2018 14:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-powers-head-of-solar-and-energy-storage-appointed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New appointments strengthen SKF Automotive business]]></title><description><![CDATA[GOTHENBURG, Sweden, 25 October 2018 &ndash; SKF is a leading premium component supplier to automotive original equipment manufacturers and the independent aftermarket around the world. Designing solutions with the right performance, SKF&rsquo;s Automotive team creates customer value by focusing on quality, energy efficiency, comfort, optimised performance and safety.With this in mind, SKF is today announcing two senior appointments to its Automotive team:Ralph Bast has been appointed as Presiden]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-appointments-strengthen-skf-automotive-business/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Oct 2018 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-appointments-strengthen-skf-automotive-business/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Extending the life of mud motor bearings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 22 October 2018: The lubrication of mud motor bearings presents particular challenges in the oil and gas exploration sector with bearing failures resulting in costly downtime. There are, however, ways to make motor bearings more reliable, as Roland Muttenthaler, Business Development Manager Oil and Gas at SKF, explains.With many rig and crew costs totalling upwards of &euro;200,000 a day, even the briefest disruption to production can cost oil and gas companies an eye-waterin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/extending-the-life-of-mud-motor-bearings/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Oct 2018 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/extending-the-life-of-mud-motor-bearings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power advises Statkraft on Element Power acquisition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy and infrastructure consultancy, Natural Power, has provided technical due diligence support to Statkraft for the acquisition of the Irish and UK wind development businesses of the Element Power Group. The transaction provides Statkraft with a large onshore wind development pipeline in Ireland and strengthens its position in the UK. It is already Europe&rsquo;s largest producer of renewable energy and has an ambition to grow further within the hydropower, wind and solar s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-statkraft-on-element-power-acquisition/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Oct 2018 11:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-statkraft-on-element-power-acquisition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Class act: SKF gains third approval for CBM services]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 17 October 2018: Condition-based maintenance (CBM) is a technique that proactively monitors and reports on the condition of machinery and its components. While the manufacturing industry has embraced CBM, it is still in its relative infancy in the maritime sector.The goals of maritime industry are similar to those in manufacturing: improving maintenance, boosting uptime, controlling cost. In the past inherent technical constraints such as limited internet connectivity, while]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/class-act-skf-gains-third-approval-for-cbm-services/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Oct 2018 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/class-act-skf-gains-third-approval-for-cbm-services/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF Cooper split bearings get a facelift]]></title><description><![CDATA[The change from the current Cooper product brand and identity to the new SKF Cooper dual product brand and identity will begin 1st November 2018, and cover all products made by SKF Cooper. This will be a step by step implementation during the end of 2018 and into 2019, therefore customers will see the changes gradually over time as to cover all product ranges.Key changes will be the housing branding, product name plates, packaging and labels, component markings as well as the blue housing and ca]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-cooper-split-bearings-get-a-facelift/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Oct 2018 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-cooper-split-bearings-get-a-facelift/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Professionalism and high ethics help SKF gain prestigious sales body award]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF Industrial Sales has recently been recognised by the Association of Professional Sales (APS), who presented them with their prestigious Investor in Sales award. This is granted to companies when over 50% of their salesforce have passed the APS&rsquo;s professional registration assessment. This tests sellers&rsquo; ethical behaviour in a range of hypothetical, sales-based scenarios, and a pass is by no means guaranteed.SKF were eager to gain this professional recognition for their salespeople]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/professionalism-and-high-ethics-help-skf-gain-prestigious-sales-body-award/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Oct 2018 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/professionalism-and-high-ethics-help-skf-gain-prestigious-sales-body-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IMImobile announces npower as first Apple Business Chat client in the UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Energy provider to use Apple Business Chat for Contact Centre agents to support smart meter roll out LONDON, 11th October 2018 &ndash; Global cloud communications software and solutions provider IMImobile PLC, today announced that one of the largest energy providers in the UK, npower, is its first client on Apple Business Chat. npower will be utilising Apple Business Chat to improve its customer experience for customers looking to switch to a smart meter. Apple Business...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/imimobile-announces-npower-as-first-apple-business-chat-client-in-the-uk/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Oct 2018 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/imimobile-announces-npower-as-first-apple-business-chat-client-in-the-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harnessing the wind at sea]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 9 October: Although the majority of commercial floating wind turbines are at the early phase of development, Ideol, a leaderin floating offshore wind, is at the forefront of bringing commercial floating windturbines to market. The company&rsquo;s 62-metre-tall Floatgen wind turbine has recently been installed at the Ecole Centrale de Nantes&rsquo; SEM-REV test site. Located 20 km off the Atlantic coast in France, the wind turbine has delivered power to the French grid since t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/harnessing-the-wind-at-sea/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Oct 2018 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/harnessing-the-wind-at-sea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power advises Greencoat Renewables on Coillte wind acquisition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy and infrastructure consultancy, Natural Power, has provided technical due diligence support to Greencoat Renewables PLC for the acquisition of Coillte&rsquo;s shareholding in its portfolio of operating wind generation assets across Ireland.The acquisition comprises: 50% stake in Raheenleagh wind farm in County Wicklow50% stake in Cloosh Valley wind farm in County Galway, Ireland&rsquo;s biggest and best performing wind farm50% stake in Castlepook wind farm in County Cork]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-greencoat-renewables-on-coillte-wind-acquisition/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Sep 2018 16:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-greencoat-renewables-on-coillte-wind-acquisition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argus, Ineos, GE Global, Calor Gas and Gibson Shipbrokers discuss new LPG investment projects, product pricing and global market trends]]></title><description><![CDATA[Global energy and commodity price-reporting agency Argus will host the Argus European LPG Markets 2018 conference in London, UK, on 3-5 December.Drawing on the success of a global series of established LPG shows, the ninth annual event is focused on European markets and will bring together LPG producers, suppliers and market specialists from Belgium, Croatia, the Czech Republic, France, Germany, Norway, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey and the UK.&ldquo;Market dynami]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/argus-ineos-ge-global-calor-gas-and-gibson-shipbrokers-discuss-new-lpg-investment-projects-product-pricing-and-global-market-trends/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Sep 2018 09:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/argus-ineos-ge-global-calor-gas-and-gibson-shipbrokers-discuss-new-lpg-investment-projects-product-pricing-and-global-market-trends/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HUBER+SUHNER to showcase smart solutions for energy networks at WindEnergy Hamburg]]></title><description><![CDATA[The company&rsquo;s innovative solutions across fiber-optics, radio-frequency and low-frequency will be on display Herisau, 24 September - Leading international manufacturer of applications and solutions for optical and electrical connectivity, HUBER+SUHNER, is set to demonstrate its portfolio of smart energy solutions at WindEnergy Hamburg, taking place September 25-28, 2018.The global Swiss-based company will be exhibiting its contemporary solutions and systems which perfectly meet the demandi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hubersuhner-to-showcase-smart-solutions-for-energy-networks-at-windenergy-hamburg/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Sep 2018 10:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hubersuhner-to-showcase-smart-solutions-for-energy-networks-at-windenergy-hamburg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schneider Electric Innovation Summit Singapore: Powering and Digitizing the Economy]]></title><description><![CDATA[London UK, 20th September 2018 - Schneider Electric, the leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, is hosting more than 1,500 customers, partners, suppliers and influencers at its latest Innovation Summit, September 20-21 at Singapore Marina Bay Sands. The event brings together Schneider Electric experts and world-leading industry thinkers to share insights and bold ideas on the challenges and opportunities of Powering and Digitizing the Economy.Schneider Electric Inn]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-innovation-summit-singapore-powering-and-digitizing-the-economy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Sep 2018 17:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-innovation-summit-singapore-powering-and-digitizing-the-economy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pumping it up: SKF launches newly designed Electric Compact Pump with re-fillable plastic reservoir]]></title><description><![CDATA[The ECP is designed to lubricate bearings and linear guides with oil or fluid grease in systems of up to 20 lubrication points and a main line length of 15 meters. It includes an integrated pressure-relief valve, which enables its use in automatic SKF single-line lubrication systems. The ECP is available with prefilled lubricant cartridges or with plastic reservoirs for oil or fluid grease in three sizes. Oil reservoirs come with standard filters. The pump versions with reservoir capacities of 1]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/pumping-it-up-skf-launches-newly-designed-electric-compact-pump-with-re-fillable-plastic-reservoir/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Sep 2018 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/pumping-it-up-skf-launches-newly-designed-electric-compact-pump-with-re-fillable-plastic-reservoir/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Innotrans 2018: SKF extends maintenance intervals with its new cylindrical roller bearing unit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 18 September 2018: Launched at this year's InnoTrans 2018 fair, the SKF Passenger bearing 1.7 Mkm CRU is a sealed and greased unit that has been developed to run 1.7 Mkm between maintenance intervals. The launch of the CRU version complements the SKF passenger bearing 1.7 Mkm range and offers rail operators even longer intervals between maintenance operations.With the introduction of SKF&rsquo;s Passenger bearing 1.7 Mkm offerings (which also includes the earlier launched Tap]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/innotrans-2018-skf-extends-maintenance-intervals-with-its-new-cylindrical-roller-bearing-unit/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Sep 2018 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/innotrans-2018-skf-extends-maintenance-intervals-with-its-new-cylindrical-roller-bearing-unit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boosting service intervals for traction motors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 18 September 2018: In modern rail industry traction engines, AC motors have almost completely replaced DC motors as they present several advantages, including higher efficiency, reduced wear, less maintenance and greater power density.However, that&rsquo;s not to say they are problem-free. One consequence of using AC motors typically in combination with frequency converters is an increased risk of stray, high frequency currents. These can cause surface erosion of bearings, le]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/boosting-service-intervals-for-traction-motors/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Sep 2018 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/boosting-service-intervals-for-traction-motors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schneider Electric accelerates renewables adoption with expanded NEO Network]]></title><description><![CDATA[Schneider Electric opens its renewable energy and cleantech community to commercial and industrial companies globallyBusinesses can join more than 100 current NEO Network members to access exclusive offers, market intelligence and assessment toolsNew apps and analytics provide a data-driven, custom understanding of renewable energy opportunities LONDON, Sept. 12, 2018 &ndash; Schneider Electric today introduced Accelerator Access for its New Energy Opportunities (NEO) Network&trade;. The NEO Net]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-accelerates-renewables-adoption-with-expanded-neo-network/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Sep 2018 13:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-accelerates-renewables-adoption-with-expanded-neo-network/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schneider Electric announces the 10 teams of finalists for Go Green in the City 2018]]></title><description><![CDATA[They will meet in the United States to present their ideas for smarter and more sustainable cities In 2018, the idea of one of the finalist teams at the previous meeting was successfully patentedLondon (UK), September 12, 2018 &ndash; Schneider Electric, the leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, announced on September 6 the list of 10 teams to compete in the final round of the eighth edition of Go Green in the...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-announces-the-10-teams-of-finalists-for-go-green-in-the-city-2018/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Sep 2018 12:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-announces-the-10-teams-of-finalists-for-go-green-in-the-city-2018/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Off Grid Energy charge ahead with smart solution for EV grid constraints at LCV 2018]]></title><description><![CDATA[The showcase follows recent success with UPS Camden electric vehicle installation Bedford, 11 September: Off Grid Energy, specialists in energy storage for temporary and permanent applications, will showcase its smart solutions to help achieve electric vehicle (EV) targets and increase productivity when struggling against local grid constraints at Low Carbon Vehicle (LCV) 2018, September 12-13. With EVs demanding more power as logistic operations and transport companies looking to extend their f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/off-grid-energy-charge-ahead-with-smart-solution-for-ev-grid-constraints-at-lcv-2018/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Sep 2018 10:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/off-grid-energy-charge-ahead-with-smart-solution-for-ev-grid-constraints-at-lcv-2018/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power to co-host Quo Vadis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Natural Power is set to co-host the 12th annual Quo Vadis Conference which takes place on Wednesday 19th and Thursday 20th September 2018 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Glasgow.This invitation-only event is recognised by wind farm owners and operators as one of the most important and valuable events in the wind industry.Stuart Egan, Head of Site Operations at Natural Power, will be presenting a session on wind farm performance optimisation. As the pressure to...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-to-co-host-quo-vadis/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Sep 2018 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-to-co-host-quo-vadis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Avoidable customer churn costs British businesses £25 billion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Electricity, insurance, gas and broadband suppliers top the CallMiner Index Empathy in call centres is key to loyalty success London, United Kingdom, 3rd September 2018. New research released today by CallMiner, the leading platform provider of award-winning speech and customer engagement analytics, reveals that British businesses are driving customers away for completely avoidable reasons. And it&rsquo;s costing them billions. In fact, a conservative estimate of the price of switching is &pound]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/avoidable-customer-churn-costs-british-businesses-25-billion/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Sep 2018 12:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/avoidable-customer-churn-costs-british-businesses-25-billion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orsted, CM Biomass Partners, Stockholm Exergi, Hofor and Bioenergy Europe, discuss biomass sourcing strategies and raw feedstock availability]]></title><description><![CDATA[Global energy and commodity price-reporting agency Argus will host the Argus Biomass Nordics and Baltics 2018 conference in Copenhagen, Denmark, on 29-31 October.Drawing on the success of the flagship London Biomass conference, the inaugural event focused on the Nordic and Baltic regions, and will bring together wood chip and wood pellet specialists from Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Latvia, Lithuania, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden and the UK.&ldquo;The outlook for biomass consumption and pr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/orsted-cm-biomass-partners-stockholm-exergi-hofor-and-bioenergy-europe-discuss-biomass-sourcing-strategies-and-raw-feedstock-availability/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Sep 2018 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/orsted-cm-biomass-partners-stockholm-exergi-hofor-and-bioenergy-europe-discuss-biomass-sourcing-strategies-and-raw-feedstock-availability/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF Explorer tapered roller thrust bearings optimised for the most demanding oil &amp; gas applications]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 29 August 2018: The oil and gas industry continues to push the limits of technology. Deeper wells, harsher environments and more sophisticated drilling approaches all place additional demands on equipment, calling for larger, more powerful and more robust solutions. Top drives, which power the drilling process, are right at the front line of that technological race, and when unplanned downtime can cost operators $1 million a day, performance and reliability are critical attri]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-explorer-tapered-roller-thrust-bearings-optimised-for-the-most-demanding-oil-amp-gas-applications/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Aug 2018 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-explorer-tapered-roller-thrust-bearings-optimised-for-the-most-demanding-oil-amp-gas-applications/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taking the heat: grease-free bearings in baking]]></title><description><![CDATA[Subjecting bearings to high temperatures and high levels of humidity increases maintenance requirements and costs. Also, limitations of available grease technology do not permit an increase of oven temperature that would allow faster throughput &ndash; without additional planned downtime that might offset the benefits. However, a new breed of grease-free bearings thrives in these punishing conditions &ndash; and boosts throughput.Industrial ovens run around the clock, only pausing for maintenanc]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/taking-the-heat-grease-free-bearings-in-baking/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Aug 2018 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/taking-the-heat-grease-free-bearings-in-baking/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aareon Supports Digital Transformation At Equity Housing Group]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stockport based Equity Housing Group has embarked on a comprehensive digital transformation agenda with the support of a new social housing system from Aareon UK (www.aareon.co.uk). Combined, the new system delivers the widely acclaimed Aareon QL ERP solution, 1st Touch Mobile workforce software, customer self-service portal and CRM. With over 5,000 properties combining shared ownership and affordable rented homes, Equity Housing Group&rsquo;s portfolio is diverse. Its customers depend on the gr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aareon-supports-digital-transformation-at-equity-housing-group/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Aug 2018 12:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aareon-supports-digital-transformation-at-equity-housing-group/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF exhibits at Global Wind Summit to exchange wind energy knowledge and showcase its latest products]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 8 August 2018: As an active member of WindEurope, SKF will play a key role in the Global Wind Summit where the company will exchange industry knowledge via presentations and on its exhibition stand.The Global Wind Summit is a combination of the WindEnergy Exhibition and WindEurope Conference and takes place in Hamburg, Germany between the 25th and 28th September.SKF is proud to showcase its products, designed specifically for the wind energy sector. On display will be the com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-exhibits-at-global-wind-summit-to-exchange-wind-energy-knowledge-and-showcase-its-latest-products/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Aug 2018 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-exhibits-at-global-wind-summit-to-exchange-wind-energy-knowledge-and-showcase-its-latest-products/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[London leaves the most lights on in the war on Energy Waste]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK consumers leave 77 million lights, electronic devices or appliances on or on standby in the UK each day when not in use90% of UK consumers have no plans to do more to improve their own well-being and that of the planetOver 11.8 million more devices and lights are left on or on standby when not in use each day in the South of England than in the North[1]London alone leaves 11 million lights and...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/london-leaves-the-most-lights-on-in-the-war-on-energy-waste/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Aug 2018 13:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/london-leaves-the-most-lights-on-in-the-war-on-energy-waste/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brexit casts a shadow over UK's Green Future according to Schneider Electric report]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK consumers are more than twice as concerned about Brexit than the nation&rsquo;s health and wellbeing and more than five times as concerned about it than environmental issuesAugust 1st is the earliest Earth Overshoot Day has ever fallen, yet the vast majority of UK consumers don&rsquo;t have any plans to improve the way they live their lives from either a health or environmental perspectiveGeneration Z thinks that reducing energy consumption is half as important as...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/brexit-casts-a-shadow-over-uks-green-future-according-to-schneider-electric-report/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Aug 2018 13:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/brexit-casts-a-shadow-over-uks-green-future-according-to-schneider-electric-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF divests linear and actuation technology business]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 31 July 2018: SKF has signed an agreement to divest its linear and actuation technology business to Triton. The total consideration of the deal is SEK 2.75 billion, on a cash- and debt free basis and it is expected to close during the end of 2018.The divestment is subject to regulatory approvals and involves consultation with employee representative bodies.Christian Johansson, Senior Vice President and CFO, says: &ldquo;Having successfully developed this as a stand-alone entity, it w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-divests-linear-and-actuation-technology-business/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jul 2018 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-divests-linear-and-actuation-technology-business/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LANSA Raises Bar for Low-Code Software Development with New Release of Visual LANSA]]></title><description><![CDATA[London, UK - 31 July 2018 - LANSA (www.lansa.com), the original low-code vendor, has announced a major new release of its software development platform, Visual LANSA. This raises the enterprise app development bar by delivering the ability to build scalable mobile, web and desktop applications significantly faster than before.This latest release will accelerate customers&rsquo; digital transformation projects, from disruptive customer apps to critical line-of-business solutions. Visual LANSA dev]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/lansa-raises-bar-for-low-code-software-development-with-new-release-of-visual-lansa/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jul 2018 12:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/lansa-raises-bar-for-low-code-software-development-with-new-release-of-visual-lansa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schneider Electric: ‘Let’s #MoveTheDate of Earth Overshoot Day’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Schneider Electric partnered with Global Footprint Network to demonstrate how existing technologies can help to move the date of Earth Overshoot Day.Retrofitting existing buildings, industries and data centres and upgrading electricity production with renewables alone would move the date by 21 days.Earth Overshoot Day marks the date in the year by when humanity will have consumed more from the planet, including food, fibres, timber, and absorption capacity for carbon dioxide from fossil fuel bur]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-lets-movethedate-of-earth-overshoot-day/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jul 2018 13:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-lets-movethedate-of-earth-overshoot-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Utilita supports 600% business growth with Sunrise Software]]></title><description><![CDATA[Utility company switches to ITIL principles with self-service to embed best practice service management across organisationChessington, Surrey, 25th July 2018 - Sunrise Software, a leading supplier of IT service management (ITSM) software, today announced that fast-growing energy provider Utilita has implemented Sunrise ITSM SaaS. The adoption of ITIL best practice and launch of self-service IT support were key assets in the fast-track ITSM shake-up required to support Utilita&rsquo;s rapid busi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/utilita-supports-600-business-growth-with-sunrise-software/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jul 2018 12:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/utilita-supports-600-business-growth-with-sunrise-software/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kennington Tube Station utilises UK's largest and most powerful silent hybrid energy solution]]></title><description><![CDATA[Off Grid Energy&rsquo;s gridtogo&trade; hybrid battery storage installation marks a significant move towards tackling air and noise pollution levels in constructionLondon, UK, 23 July 2018 &ndash; Off Grid Energy, the leading manufacturer of power solutions for the construction industry, has successfully installed its largest and most powerful temporary power hybrid unit at Kennington Tube station. Four new customer passageways are being built at the station as part of work on the Northern Line]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/kennington-tube-station-utilises-uks-largest-and-most-powerful-silent-hybrid-energy-solution/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Jul 2018 11:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/kennington-tube-station-utilises-uks-largest-and-most-powerful-silent-hybrid-energy-solution/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF launches new ultrasonic leak detector]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new SKF Ultrasonic Leak Detector TKSU 10 delivers superior leak protection results, enabling users to find leaks from a distance and in noisy industrial environments even more easily. This ultrasound measurement sensor is suitable for detecting, tracing and diagnosing the source of all kinds of leaks from compressed air, gas, steam and vacuum systems, and it can also be used to verify the correct operation of steam traps.The TKSU 10 directly replaces the TMSU 1, which is being discontinued.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-new-ultrasonic-leak-detector/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Jul 2018 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-new-ultrasonic-leak-detector/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robust, food-grade seals are made-to-order]]></title><description><![CDATA[Using its innovative SKF SEAL JET machining centres, SKF can now provide a rapid-response, machined seal design and production service to meet the special needs of the food and beverage sectors. Offering a faster, more flexible alternative to moulded seal production, SKF&rsquo;s machined seal production process is capable of delivering standard or fully customised, high quality seals in &lsquo;one-off&rsquo; or low volume runs, to tight deadlines, and in standard and special-grade machinable sea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/robust-food-grade-seals-are-made-to-order/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jul 2018 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/robust-food-grade-seals-are-made-to-order/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New remote monitor for automatic lubrication systems]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 17 July 2018The LRM2 can be used on single-line, dual-line and progressive lubrication systems and can communicate with a pump or group of pumps on a system of the same type. The monitor utilizes a SIM card similar to those found in cell phones to send and receive text messages via iOS or android mobile devices or via e-mail to a computer.Featuring two digital inputs and outputs, the LRM2 sends both low-level and fault messages. The monitor can be used to start an additional lubricat]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-remote-monitor-for-automatic-lubrication-systems/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jul 2018 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-remote-monitor-for-automatic-lubrication-systems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Independent servicing contract win for Natural Power]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following a competitive tender process, Natural Power has been appointed by Ventient Energy to deliver an independent turbine servicing contract at Westfield Wind Farm in Fife, Scotland. The four five-year old Nordex N90 wind turbines on site will be covered by the servicing contract that includes a carefully planned predictive maintenance schedule as well as reactive repairs and responding to any major component failures. The asset will be remotely monitored via Natural Power&rsquo;s ControlCen]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/independent-servicing-contract-win-for-natural-power/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Jul 2018 16:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/independent-servicing-contract-win-for-natural-power/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Electric motor expertise from SKF helps Houghton International to confirm and resolve elusive rail motor alternator issue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Houghton International is a specialist in the repair, maintenance and life extension of rotating electrical machines. When engineers at the company carried out a HST alternator overhaul and rewind project for a rail industry customer, they applied their usual quality and verification procedures, which included a full range of tests using their SKF Baker AWA static motor analyzer.Unusually, the winding failed the test. Based on the design of the windings in the machine, the waveforms generated du]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/electric-motor-expertise-from-skf-helps-houghton-international-to-confirm-and-resolve-elusive-rail-motor-alternator-issue/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Jul 2018 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/electric-motor-expertise-from-skf-helps-houghton-international-to-confirm-and-resolve-elusive-rail-motor-alternator-issue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Global leadership from SKF in customised machined seal design and production]]></title><description><![CDATA[With its dedicated SKF SEAL JET machines that are CNC controlled production systems, established at more than 90 sites worldwide, including six strategically located centres across the UK, SKF has become the world leader in machined seal design and production, offering products of virtually any diameter and design, manufactured in the broadest range of certified and industry standard compliant materials, and to the tightest deadlines.Machined polymer seals offer a faster, more flexible alternati]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/global-leadership-from-skf-in-customised-machined-seal-design-and-production/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Jul 2018 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/global-leadership-from-skf-in-customised-machined-seal-design-and-production/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schneider Electric’s Ringmaster celebrates 30 years at the top!]]></title><description><![CDATA[The ground-breaking product range has supplied safe, usable electricity to businesses for three decadesLondon, UK, 11th July 2018: Schneider Electric, the leader in energy management and automation, is celebrating the 30-year anniversary of its Ringmaster electrical secondary distribution equipment. The family of products is in active use across many industries, including energy utilities, infrastructure segments and critical power sectors such as healthcare.Schneider Electric&rsquo;s Ringmaster]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electrics-ringmaster-celebrates-30-years-at-the-top/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Jul 2018 12:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electrics-ringmaster-celebrates-30-years-at-the-top/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aspect Enterprise Solutions Welcomes New Partner SINGA Associates, Expands CTRM Expertise]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aspect Enterprise Solutions, a division of ION, and SINGA Associates have announced a strategic partnership, further expanding Aspect&rsquo;s ETRM and CTRM expertise and reach in global energy and metals trading markets.SINGA, a Switzerland-based consultancy, offers commodities trading capabilities in business transformation and implementation across commodities classes, including oil, chemicals, coal, coffee, cotton, grains, iron ore, metals, and sugar.SINGA joins the Aspect Partner Program (AP]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aspect-enterprise-solutions-welcomes-new-partner-singa-associates-expands-ctrm-expertise/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jul 2018 10:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aspect-enterprise-solutions-welcomes-new-partner-singa-associates-expands-ctrm-expertise/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF supports UWE Formula Student team]]></title><description><![CDATA[A sponsor since 2017, SKF Clevedon has continued their support of the University of the West of England (UWE) Formula Student team, supplying bearings for the drivetrain and suspension for their most ambitious car to date.The 61-strong UWE Formula Student team (UWEFS) have been hard at work bringing a major re-design to this year&rsquo;s car with the goal to break into the top 10 UK ranking universities at the Formula Student competition. The changes include the custom designed 10&rdquo; wheels,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-supports-uwe-formula-student-team/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Jul 2018 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-supports-uwe-formula-student-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aareon Managed Services Enable WHG to Add Additional Housing Systems More Quickly And To Drive Value For Money]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the Midlands most successful housing associations, whg, has extended its use of housing technology through the deployment of Managed Services from Aareon UK (www.aareon.co.uk). By choosing this route, whg has not only boosted Value For Money (VFM) but also significantly reduced the time taken for new services to become fully operational. Sound System FoundationsThe first phase of whg&rsquo;s technology investment was the Aareon 1st Touch mobile responsive repairs system. This is currently]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aareon-managed-services-enable-whg-to-add-additional-housing-systems-more-quickly-and-to-drive-value-for-money/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Jul 2018 12:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aareon-managed-services-enable-whg-to-add-additional-housing-systems-more-quickly-and-to-drive-value-for-money/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF offers new Lincoln lubrication pinion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 2 July, 2018SKF today announced the introduction of its Lincoln lubrication pinion LP2 for open gear wheels and gear racks. Complementing SKF&rsquo;s existing lubrication pinion line, the reliable LP2 features a modular design and the capability to lubricate fast-rotating applications up to 80 r/min.As the lubrication pinion LP2 does not require pressurized air, there is no spray mist to contaminate the environment. Also, higher-viscosity lubricants, such as NLGI grade 2 grease, can]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-offers-new-lincoln-lubrication-pinion/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Jul 2018 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-offers-new-lincoln-lubrication-pinion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF and NREL work to improve wind turbine drive train reliability]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 29 June 2018: SKF has entered a three-year collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy&rsquo;s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) to study the performance of wind turbine drive trains under a variety of conditions, and to gain insights into the possible causes of wind turbine bearing failures. The main purpose of this partnership is to investigate the failure modes of both gearbox and main shaft bearings, with the aim of developing new, improved designs for grea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-and-nrel-work-to-improve-wind-turbine-drive-train-reliability/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Jun 2018 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-and-nrel-work-to-improve-wind-turbine-drive-train-reliability/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Extend maintenance intervals with SKF at InnoTrans 2018]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 29 June 2018: At this year's InnoTrans fair, SKF focuses on developments in digitalisation and maintenance interval extension. By applying SKF&rsquo;s industry insight, technology and specialist services, SKF can help rail operators drive smarter, more efficient practices right across the maintenance lifecycle.Railway operators require highly reliable wheel bearings with long maintenance intervals. With this in mind, SKF&rsquo;s Passenger bearing 1,7 Mkm Tapered Bearing Unit]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/extend-maintenance-intervals-with-skf-at-innotrans-2018/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Jun 2018 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/extend-maintenance-intervals-with-skf-at-innotrans-2018/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Portuguese rail maintenance group opts for low-maintenance wheelset bearings from SKF]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 27 June 2018: The Portuguese railway rolling stock maintenance operator, EMEF is taking delivery of SKF sealed, pre-greased TBUs (130x220mm) as a replacement for existing, similarly dimensioned TRB arrangement in Corail passenger coaches equipped with type Y32 bogies. The replacement requires only a simple modification to the axlebox sleeve and rear cover, which can be carried out by EMEF.<br />
This replacement from SKF was chosen for its lower life cycle costs and favourable main]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/portuguese-rail-maintenance-group-opts-for-low-maintenance-wheelset-bearings-from-skf/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Jun 2018 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/portuguese-rail-maintenance-group-opts-for-low-maintenance-wheelset-bearings-from-skf/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Development of electrified powertrains in times of Industry 4.0. SKF and Romax Technology call for the first eDSIM conference]]></title><description><![CDATA[The comprehensive digitalisation of production processes is progressing just as fast as the increasing electrification of powertrains in passenger cars and commercial vehicles. To explore the potential of powerful software for developing highly efficient electric drive trains, SKF and Romax Technology are hosting the first electric Driveline SIMulation (eDSIM) conference.<br />
For decades, SKF and Romax Technology have been developing and implementing powerful software for product development and cus]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/development-of-electrified-powertrains-in-times-of-industry-40-skf-and-romax-technology-call-for-the-first-edsim-conference/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jun 2018 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/development-of-electrified-powertrains-in-times-of-industry-40-skf-and-romax-technology-call-for-the-first-edsim-conference/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power delivers on UK's first subsidy-free wind farm]]></title><description><![CDATA[Acting on behalf of developer Energiekontor, leading renewable energy and infrastructure consultancy, Natural Power has been appointed as Owner&rsquo;s Engineer for the construction phase of Withernwick Wind Farm Extension, located in the East Riding of Yorkshire. Cheetham Hill Construction Ltd started balance of plant construction work on site this month, and the project is scheduled to be commissioned during early 2019.After signing a long-term corporate power purchase agreement (PPA) with a g]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-delivers-on-uks-first-subsidy-free-wind-farm/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jun 2018 17:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-delivers-on-uks-first-subsidy-free-wind-farm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jean-Pascal Tricoire appointed to the Board of the United Nations Global Compact]]></title><description><![CDATA[A recognition of Schneider Electric&rsquo;s long-term commitment to sustainabilityThrough its Schneider Sustainability Impact, the Group contributes actively to UN Sustainable Development GoalsLondon, June 21st, 2018 - UN Secretary-&shy;General Antonio Guterres has appointed Jean-Pascal Tricoire, President of Global Compact France and Chairman &amp; CEO of Schneider Electric, to the United Nations Global Compact Board. The UN Global Compact Board plays an important role in shaping the strategy a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/jean-pascal-tricoire-appointed-to-the-board-of-the-united-nations-global-compact/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jun 2018 13:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/jean-pascal-tricoire-appointed-to-the-board-of-the-united-nations-global-compact/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF showcases new products at SMM 2018]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 20 June 2018: SKF will launch four new products at the SMM show while showcasing a wide range of its latest offerings for the maritime sector.<br />
The first new launch at SMM is SKF&rsquo;s new environmental-friendly shaft line solution &ndash; Simplex BlueRun. This range of water-lubricated sterntube solutions includes Simplex BlueRun bearings, carrier bushes as well as the Simplex BlueRun tail shaft monitoring system.&nbsp;<br />
Also on show will be SKF&rsquo;s EcoMode. This softwar]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-showcases-new-products-at-smm-2018/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jun 2018 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-showcases-new-products-at-smm-2018/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF and Hexatronic sign development partnership for industrialization of fiber optic sensing systems]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 20 June 2018: SKF and Proximion AB, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hexatronic Group AB have entered into a development partnership for the industrialization of fiber optic sensing systems.<br />
The two parties will work together to combine SKF&rsquo;s fiber optic bearing sensing technology with Proximion&rsquo;s application integration experience and knowledge within development and production of advanced fiber optic sensors and data collection hardware units.<br />
Victoria Van Camp, CTO and Pre]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-and-hexatronic-sign-development-partnership-for-industrialization-of-fiber-optic-sensing-systems/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jun 2018 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-and-hexatronic-sign-development-partnership-for-industrialization-of-fiber-optic-sensing-systems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA["Deploy a smart-charging system or face a total collapse of consumer confidence in EVs," says Off Grid Energy CEO]]></title><description><![CDATA[The company&rsquo;s UBESS (Universal Battery Energy Storage) systems have been deployed by UPS at its Camden depot, officially launching today Rugby, UK, 19 June 2018 - With the power demand from charging electric vehicles too great for the already buckling London power grid, Danny Jones, Founder and CEO of Off Grid Energy - a leading energy technology company - today stressed the importance of battery storage and smart charging systems as the take up in...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/deploy-a-smart-charging-system-or-face-a-total-collapse-of-consumer-confidence-in-evs-says-off-grid-energy-ceo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jun 2018 13:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/deploy-a-smart-charging-system-or-face-a-total-collapse-of-consumer-confidence-in-evs-says-off-grid-energy-ceo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power supports construction of European Offshore Wind Deployment Centre]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following the final turbine installation at the European Offshore Wind Deployment Centre (EOWDC), Scotland&rsquo;s largest offshore wind test and demonstration facility, Natural Power is delighted to have been involved throughout the construction phase supporting the Environment and Consents Manager for the Vattenfall development. During construction of the EOWDC, also known as Aberdeen Offshore Wind Farm, Natural Power has assisted the Environment and Consents Manager with monitoring compliance]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-supports-construction-of-european-offshore-wind-deployment-centre/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jun 2018 14:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-supports-construction-of-european-offshore-wind-deployment-centre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF partners with Siemens to improve railway reliability]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 13 June 2018: SKF and Siemens have signed a partnership agreement that will focus on improving train operators&rsquo; asset management efficiencies. The partnership will see the implementation of SKF&rsquo;s Insight Rail condition based maintenance solution in combination with Siemens' Railigent Application Suite that is linked with the Internet of Things operating system MindSphere.&nbsp;<br />
This new cooperation between SKF and Siemens, which leverages the resources of SKF&rsqu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-partners-with-siemens-to-improve-railway-reliability/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jun 2018 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-partners-with-siemens-to-improve-railway-reliability/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reaching out to solve hydraulic seal problem]]></title><description><![CDATA[The manufacturer had been appointed to design and manufacture a rotary union that would be capable of transferring oil to the hydraulic controls on a range of cherry pickers via eight pressure ports. Unfortunately, the seals supplied for this system were tending to fail because of excessive friction between the sealing elements and their mating surfaces, leading to hydraulic fluid leakages.SKF, which can provide both machined and moulded seals on short lead times, was invited to help solve this]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/reaching-out-to-solve-hydraulic-seal-problem/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 Jun 2018 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/reaching-out-to-solve-hydraulic-seal-problem/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rezatec join forces with specialist pipeline inspection and water loss management contractor Detection Services in Australia and New Zealand]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harwell, Oxfordshire, 06 June 2018. Industry-leading geospatial data analytics company Rezatec has announced it has partnered with Australian-based company Detection Services to bring its state-of-the-art satellite data driven asset risk monitoring solutions to Australia and New Zealand.Detection Services is the largest specialised, technology-based water management services provider in Australasia focusing on developing, sourcing and delivering better ways of managing water resources in the reg]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rezatec-join-forces-with-specialist-pipeline-inspection-and-water-loss-management-contractor-detection-services-in-australia-and-new-zealand/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Jun 2018 16:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rezatec-join-forces-with-specialist-pipeline-inspection-and-water-loss-management-contractor-detection-services-in-australia-and-new-zealand/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aareon Launches Managed Services To Drive VFM and Reduce Time to Operational Efficiency]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aareon UK (www.aareon.co.uk), the UK&rsquo;s leading innovator of social housing technology has launched a range of managed service options to help its customers boost VFM (Value For Money) and reduce the time taken for services to become fully operational. The new services, which significantly reduce costs, also remove the need for the user to deploy vital system management and staff time resources internally. Under the new scheme, the services that Aareon customers can now pre-book...Source: R]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aareon-launches-managed-services-to-drive-vfm-and-reduce-time-to-operational-efficiency/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Jun 2018 12:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aareon-launches-managed-services-to-drive-vfm-and-reduce-time-to-operational-efficiency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1st Touch and Aareon UK Complete Final Stages of Merger Process Whilst Announcing Significant Plans For Growth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following the operational merger of 1st Touch and Aareon in July 2017, Aareon UK has announced that the two companies will complete the merger process fully on the 1st of June 2018. All services and products will now be delivered by Aareon UK Ltd (www.aareon.co.uk) under the existing management and board of directors. The move is seen as an ideal platform for investment, new product announcements and significant market growth.The 1st Touch trade mark will...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/1st-touch-and-aareon-uk-complete-final-stages-of-merger-process-whilst-announcing-significant-plans-for-growth/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jun 2018 13:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/1st-touch-and-aareon-uk-complete-final-stages-of-merger-process-whilst-announcing-significant-plans-for-growth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schneider Electric makes product selection ten-times faster]]></title><description><![CDATA[New online tool helps panel builders save time and avoid errors when configuring circuit breakersLondon, UK, 30th May 2018 &ndash; Schneider Electric, the leader in energy management and automation, has launched MyPact, a web-based product selector and ordering tool for low voltage (LV) circuit breakers. Accessible by desktop, tablet or smartphone, MyPact is compatible with the latest Schneider Electric products, including its Compact and Masterpact LV circuit breakers.When assembling a panel or]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-makes-product-selection-ten-times-faster/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 May 2018 15:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-makes-product-selection-ten-times-faster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schneider Electric moves up to #12 on Gartner’s Supply Chain Top 25 for 2018]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last year, Schneider Electric was ranked #17 in Gartner&rsquo;s worldwide Top 25 Supply Chain rankings**, and was #7 last year in Supply Chain Top 15 for Europe***May 29, 2018 &ndash; Schneider Electric, the leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, today announced it has been ranked #12 in Gartner&rsquo;s 2018 Supply Chain Top25. The ranking was announced by Gartner, in its annual Supply Chain Executive Conference in Phoenix, United States.* "We are really...Source:]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-moves-up-to-12-on-gartners-supply-chain-top-25-for-2018/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 May 2018 15:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-moves-up-to-12-on-gartners-supply-chain-top-25-for-2018/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power invests £540k in state-of-the-art ControlCentre]]></title><description><![CDATA[Energy Minister Paul Wheelhouse officially opens Natural Power&rsquo;s new ControlCentre and Brockloch Rig Wind Farm Energy Minister Paul Wheelhouse has visited Natural Power&rsquo;s global headquarters, &lsquo;The Green House&rsquo; in Dumfries and Galloway, to mark the official launch of the new over &pound;540,000 ControlCentre, and to mark the opening of Fred Olsen Renewables&rsquo; Brockloch Rig Wind Farm, which is to be operated by Natural Power. To celebrate the 10th anniversary of Natura]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-invests-540k-in-state-of-the-art-controlcentre/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 May 2018 15:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-invests-540k-in-state-of-the-art-controlcentre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[@assises_energie : Be part of the programme !]]></title><description><![CDATA[At the end of January 2019, will be held in Dunkirk the 20th European Energy Transition Conference - the annual meeting of all European participants in energy transition and adapting to climate change.<br />
As in previous years, the event's coorganisers &ndash; the urban community of Dunkirk, Bordeaux M&eacute;tropole, Greater Geneva, and the ADEME &ndash; are calling for national and international contributions in order to build the schedule for the event. You want to organise an event ? Submit your]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/assises-energie-be-part-of-the-programme-/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 May 2018 11:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/assises-energie-be-part-of-the-programme-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[@assises_energie : Be part of the programme!]]></title><description><![CDATA[At the end of January 2019, will be held in Dunkirk the 20th European Energy Transition Conference - the annual meeting of all European participants in energy transition and adapting to climate change.<br />
As in previous years, the event's coorganisers &ndash; the urban community of Dunkirk, Bordeaux M&eacute;tropole, Greater Geneva, and the ADEME &ndash; are calling for national and international contributions in order to build the schedule for the event. You want to organise an event ? Submit your]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/assises-energie-be-part-of-the-programme/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 May 2018 11:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/assises-energie-be-part-of-the-programme/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cities: testbeds for energy innovation – Energy Atlas 2018]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Heinrich B&ouml;ll Stiftung, the German Green Political Foundation, recently released its Energy Atlas 2018 - Facts and Figures about Renewables in Europe. The Atlas provides an overview of the current debates going on in the European Union countries, at the time when they are discussing their 2030 energy and climate strategies. It also reveals that a coordinated effort of EU member states towards the energy transition will be the more efficient and cost-effective option for all Europeans. (]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cities-testbeds-for-energy-innovation-energy-atlas-2018/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2018 17:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cities-testbeds-for-energy-innovation-energy-atlas-2018/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Interoute wins environmental award for data centre energy saving innovation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newly developed enhancements to Interoute&rsquo;s Geneva data centre reduce its energy consumption by 1.7GW hours per yearLondon, UK &ndash; 15 May, 2018 &ndash; Interoute, the global cloud and network company, has received the SIG GIGA Trophy in recognition of its successful efforts to increase energy efficiency and reduce the CO2 consumption of its data centre in Geneva, Switzerland. The trophy is awarded to companies in Switzerland that demonstrate a long-term commitment to improving energy e]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/interoute-wins-environmental-award-for-data-centre-energy-saving-innovation/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2018 10:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/interoute-wins-environmental-award-for-data-centre-energy-saving-innovation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EPC and why public authorities shouldn't shy away from it - New Guide on EPC Accounting Rules released]]></title><description><![CDATA[As follow-up to the EUROSTAT accounting rules decision last year, a new guide has been published by EIB, Commission and Eurostat : "The Practitioners' Guide on the Statistical Treatment of Energy Performance Contracts in public accounts". It explains in detail how Energy Performance Contracts work and gives a clear overview of the potential impact on government finances. Download the guide.<br />
EPC and why public authorities still shy away from itEPC stand for Energy Performance Contracting, (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/epc-and-why-public-authorities-shouldnt-shy-away-from-it-new-guide-on-epc-accounting-rules-released/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2018 14:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/epc-and-why-public-authorities-shouldnt-shy-away-from-it-new-guide-on-epc-accounting-rules-released/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HUBER+SUHNER drives E-Mobility solutions forward at EV Tech Expo 2018]]></title><description><![CDATA[It will showcase its state-of-the-art ultra-fast RADOX&reg; HPC High Power Charging system alongside its antenna solution for autonomous driving Pf&auml;ffikon, 9 May. HUBER+SUHNER, leading manufacturer of components and systems for optical and electrical connectivity, will present its quality power solutions to combat the demand for fast charging systems in the most harsh and demanding environments at the Electric &amp; Hybrid Technology Expo Europe 2018, in Hannover, May 15-17. The state-of-th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hubersuhner-drives-e-mobility-solutions-forward-at-ev-tech-expo-2018/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2018 14:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hubersuhner-drives-e-mobility-solutions-forward-at-ev-tech-expo-2018/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HOW TO MAKE PEOPLE PASSIONATE ABOUT THE FUTURE OF THEIR CITIES - FOUR #RENNES2018 LESSONS LEARNT]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you work on the energy transition, the same word comes up repeatedly: participation. But how can local authorities make sure this is not an empty box? How to avoid this &ldquo;they asked for our opinion, but this won't change their decision&rdquo; feeling? How can citizens really feel part of the process, be listened to and connect with the big picture of their city? On the first day of Energy Cities' Annual Conference #rennes2018, Pepik Henneman, Transition Management consultant, tried to de]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/how-to-make-people-passionate-about-the-future-of-their-cities-four-rennes2018-lessons-learnt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 May 2018 09:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/how-to-make-people-passionate-about-the-future-of-their-cities-four-rennes2018-lessons-learnt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Isobar P cuts distribution board installation time by half]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Schneider Electric Isobar P low voltage distribution boards removes unnecessary wiring for electricians, electrical contractors and panel builders, and leverages connected technologies03/05/2018 &ndash; Schneider Electric, the global specialist in energy management and automation, has launched the Acti9 Isobar P. The latest addition to its Acti9 range of low voltage (LV) distribution boards, Schneider Electric&rsquo;s Isobar P is a smart solution that helps its customers install quicker, whi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/isobar-p-cuts-distribution-board-installation-time-by-half/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 May 2018 12:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/isobar-p-cuts-distribution-board-installation-time-by-half/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Estonia-Based Manoir Deploys AspectCTRM – Young Trading Company Puts Best Practice At Core Of Operations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Moving from spreadsheets to AspectCTRM, the game-changing, cloud commodity trade and risk management suite by Aspect Enterprise Solutions, Estonia&rsquo;s Manoir Energy OU is laying the foundations for rapid but safe growth by embedding best-practice into the core of its operations.&ldquo;It&rsquo;s a big investment for our young company,&rdquo; confirms Manoir CEO Valeri Stefanovitsh, &ldquo;But we know that process rigor, a complete audit trail, and the real-time position and P&amp;L provided]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/estonia-based-manoir-deploys-aspectctrm-young-trading-company-puts-best-practice-at-core-of-operations/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2018 11:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/estonia-based-manoir-deploys-aspectctrm-young-trading-company-puts-best-practice-at-core-of-operations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF and PSA settle legal dispute]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 27 April 2018:SKF and Peugeot S.A., and several group companies,(PSA) have settled their dispute before the Competition AppealTribunal in the United Kingdom regarding damage claims resultingfrom SKF&rsquo;s settlement with the European Commission for violation ofEuropean competition rules. PSA initiated this lawsuit againstseveral bearing manufacturers, among them AB SKF, in February2016.This settlement is not an admission of liability fordamages, but is made in order to enable SKF a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-and-psa-settle-legal-dispute/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Apr 2018 19:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-and-psa-settle-legal-dispute/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to select the right wind turbine condition monitoring solution]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 26 April 2018: Just about every corporate indicator &ndash; from safety and environmental performance to financial strength &ndash; improves if you establish reliability as a core organisational value. Although this applies in all business areas, nowhere is reliability more vital than in companies operating machinery with moving parts &ndash; wind farms, for example.However, the harder machinery works and the older it gets, the less reliable it tends to become. This is where]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/how-to-select-the-right-wind-turbine-condition-monitoring-solution/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Apr 2018 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/how-to-select-the-right-wind-turbine-condition-monitoring-solution/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Offshore wind turbine bearings: the challenges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 26 April 2018: Since 2012, offshore turbines with total power outputs in excess of one GigaWatt (GW) have been coming on stream in European waters every year. According to WindEUROPE, Offshore wind in Europe saw a net 1,558 MW of additional installed grid-connected capacity in 2016.Despite the challenges of constructing offshore turbines, the installed capacity is expected to grow as suitable land based sites become scarcer and operators take advantage of the greater consiste]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/offshore-wind-turbine-bearings-the-challenges/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Apr 2018 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/offshore-wind-turbine-bearings-the-challenges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF first quarter results 2018]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 26 April 2018Alrik Danielson, President andCEO:&ldquo;We have had a record start to 2018. Sales grew by7.5% organically to SEK 20.6 billion and our reported operatingprofit was 2,625 million, both historical highs for SKF. Operatingmargin at 12.8% exceeded our target.The actions we have taken to control and continuallyreview our cost base, increase prices and focus on meeting thespecific application needs of our customers are showingresults.We are delivering solid financial performan]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-first-quarter-results-2018/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Apr 2018 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-first-quarter-results-2018/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#rennes2018 conference about sharing responsibilities in a radically new energy system]]></title><description><![CDATA[Energy Cities' Annual Conference 2019 was hosted in France by City and Metropolitan Area of Rennes, from 18-20th April.<br />
The most valuable outcomes as identified by participants Critically discussing new technologies and business models (Blockchain) Question and share the potential of collective initiatives (Urban commons, urban-rural cooperation, cross-border projects) Debating and drafting proposals for better policies and legal frameworks (Mayors' session and policy talk)<br />
The conference (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rennes2018-conference-about-sharing-responsibilities-in-a-radically-new-energy-system/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2018 11:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rennes2018-conference-about-sharing-responsibilities-in-a-radically-new-energy-system/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF digitisation solutions help to increase rotating equipment performance for BP North Sea]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF has signed a three-year, multi-million-pound contract with BP to supply condition monitoring services to its UK offshore assets.As well as collecting data from a range of rotating equipment &ndash; including fans, motors and generators &ndash; SKF will provide analytics, reports and recommendations to better inform BP&rsquo;s decisions around efficient and effective use of equipment.Anecdotal evidence suggests just 1% of offshore operators use the vast volume of data they collect to aid thei]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-digitisation-solutions-help-to-increase-rotating-equipment-performance-for-bp-north-sea/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Apr 2018 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-digitisation-solutions-help-to-increase-rotating-equipment-performance-for-bp-north-sea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blockchain and energy transition - what challenges for cities? Find out in our newly released publication!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Energy blockchain experiments and pilots are multiplying, driven by tech-savvy entrepreneurs. It looks like the new technology is disrupting the energy system from Spain to the US. What is in it for cities? Energy Cities makes sense of the blockchain buzz with a newly released publication.<br />
The blockchain is not just for techies: after stirring up financial markets through the virtual currency bitcoin, the blockchain technology is quickly conquering other industries and markets - notably (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/blockchain-and-energy-transition-what-challenges-for-cities-find-out-in-our-newly-released-publication/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Apr 2018 16:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/blockchain-and-energy-transition-what-challenges-for-cities-find-out-in-our-newly-released-publication/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF wins 2018 Automotive News PACE award]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF was recognized for its Scotseal X-Treme wheel end seal. Scotseal X-Treme is the latest addition to SKF's well established line of wheel-end seals for drive, steer and trailer axles. It offers the vehicle service market and OE truck and trailer manufacturers outstanding reliability and long life in the harshest of operating conditions."At SKF we continually strive to be an innovative technology partner for our customers, not just a supplier of bearings and seals. We are very proud to achieve]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-wins-2018-automotive-news-pace-award/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Apr 2018 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-wins-2018-automotive-news-pace-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF shows how to maximise machine productivity at Hillhead 2018]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF is a regular exhibitor at Hillhead, the world&rsquo;s largest demonstrator event for quarry, construction and recycling equipment and plant. The company&rsquo;s focus this year will be on improving productivity by increasing the availability of machinery, while reducing the frequency of maintenance in some of the toughest of industrial environments.Sealed SKF Explorer spherical roller bearings, a product synonymous with SKF, will feature prominently on the stand. Designed to operate in extre]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-shows-how-to-maximise-machine-productivity-at-hillhead-2018/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Apr 2018 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-shows-how-to-maximise-machine-productivity-at-hillhead-2018/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New appointments reflect growth at Aareon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aareon UK Ltd (www.aareon.co.uk) has announced two major internal promotions. The move reflects significant recent success of Aareon as market leader in the UK social housing sector.Head of Business DevelopmentIan Lockwood has been appointed as Head of Business Development. Ian will build on the strong position and success Aareon has enjoyed in acquiring new business over recent years. Ian joined Aareon in 2002, having previously worked for both IBM and Xerox in public sector sales...Source: Rea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-appointments-reflect-growth-at-aareon/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2018 14:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-appointments-reflect-growth-at-aareon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF’s first quarter results to be published on 26 April 2018]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 11 April 2018: The SKF Group&rsquo;s resultsfor the first quarter will be published around 8:00 (CEST) on 26April 2018.Investors, analysts and media are invited to join aconference call, which will be held in English, at 9:00 (CEST).To join the conference call, please dial-in at least10 minutes before the start of the call:<br />
SE: +46 8 5065 3942<br />
UK: +44&nbsp;330&nbsp;336 9411<br />
US: +1&nbsp;323&nbsp;994 2083Please inform the operator that you with to take partin the SKF conference call.Al]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skfs-first-quarter-results-to-be-published-on-26-april-2018/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2018 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skfs-first-quarter-results-to-be-published-on-26-april-2018/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PARTICIPATORY PROCESSES: A WAY TO MORE EFFECTIVE AND INCLUSIVE POLICIES]]></title><description><![CDATA[ENLARGE is a project funded by the European programme Horizon 2020, that allows people to better understand the outcomes of their involvement in participatory processes, with a special focus on sustainable energy. In doing so, the project creates and disseminates knowledge on how to implement participatory processes that can be legitimated by the involvement of citizens, stakeholders, and public administrations, be able to influence the policy process and sustainable over time.<br />
an article (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/participatory-processes-a-way-to-more-effective-and-inclusive-policies/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Apr 2018 10:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/participatory-processes-a-way-to-more-effective-and-inclusive-policies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Felix Petroleum Deploys AspectCTRM]]></title><description><![CDATA[Deal Marks First Customer Win For Aspect Channel PartnerFelix Petroleum, an independent Singapore-based trading company, has switched from manual spreadsheets to the cloud-based AspectCTRM suite to better manage trading, risk, physical logistics and inventory.It is the first contract involving Aspect Enterprise Solutions to be won by Singapore-based Principia Consulting, recently named a Premium Partner in Aspect&rsquo;s Partner Program, (APP). Having worked with Felix to understand the trader&r]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/felix-petroleum-deploys-aspectctrm/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Apr 2018 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/felix-petroleum-deploys-aspectctrm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy Risk Software Rankings Report Names Aspect Enterprise Solutions #1 Cloud CTRM Software]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aspect Enterprise Solutions took home top honors for the second year in a row for best cloud CTRM software in the 2018 Energy Risk Software Rankings Report. The Report is a result of Energy Risk&rsquo;s annual survey of top energy trading and risk management software and data management vendors. AspectCTRM was also ranked first for ease of implementation, and was named among the top 5 vendors in 9 major categories including for oil market risk,...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-risk-software-rankings-report-names-aspect-enterprise-solutions-1-cloud-ctrm-software/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Apr 2018 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-risk-software-rankings-report-names-aspect-enterprise-solutions-1-cloud-ctrm-software/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Policy brief : like a too long winter]]></title><description><![CDATA[by Claire Roumet, Executive Director of Energy Cities<br />
The energy climate reminds me of the present weather conditions: a long, almost never-ending winter seems to go on and on. The sky clears for a moment and then back to heavy showers. You may object that this is normal weather in March; but it's starting to take its toll.<br />
Similarly, whereas all the economic indicators show that nuclear power makes no sense and that renewable energy production, on the contrary, can meet all our needs and (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/policy-brief-like-a-too-long-winter/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Apr 2018 15:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/policy-brief-like-a-too-long-winter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Like a too long winter]]></title><description><![CDATA[by Claire Roumet, Executive Director of Energy Cities<br />
The energy climate reminds me of the present weather conditions: a long, almost never-ending winter seems to go on and on. The sky clears for a moment and then back to heavy showers. You may object that this is normal weather in March; but it's starting to take its toll.<br />
Similarly, whereas all the economic indicators show that nuclear power makes no sense and that renewable energy production, on the contrary, can meet all our needs and (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/like-a-too-long-winter/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Apr 2018 15:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/like-a-too-long-winter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Construction complete ahead of schedule at Sommette wind farm, France]]></title><description><![CDATA[Working as owner&rsquo;s engineer for John Laing Group plc, Natural Power has successfully completed the construction phase of the Sommette wind farm in Picarde, Northern France. Total installed capacity for the Sommette wind farm is 21.6 MW from nine Nordex N117/2400 turbines, each with capacity of 2.4 MW. The project benefits from a 15-year feed in tariff.Baptiste Durand, Construction Manager at Natural Power in France, said: &ldquo;Sommette wind farm is a typical French project, where...Sourc]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/construction-complete-ahead-of-schedule-at-sommette-wind-farm-france/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Apr 2018 17:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/construction-complete-ahead-of-schedule-at-sommette-wind-farm-france/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rennes Métropole takes up the challenge of a local ... and collective energy transition - Interview with Olivier Dehaese]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Rennes and Rennes M&eacute;tropole have, for several decades, been involved in developing an ambitious energy and climate policy aimed at reducing CO2 emissions, improving energy performance in buildings, raising public awareness and developing soft modes of transport like cycling and walking. Rennes M&eacute;tropole's new Climate Plan has been presented this year. An area of strong population growth, with a reputation for its quality of life and sustained economic vitality, Rennes M]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rennes-mtropole-takes-up-the-challenge-of-a-local-and-collective-energy-transition-interview-with-olivier-dehaese/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Apr 2018 15:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rennes-mtropole-takes-up-the-challenge-of-a-local-and-collective-energy-transition-interview-with-olivier-dehaese/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New SNL housings: the best home for your SKF bearings]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF has introduced a number of enhancements to its popular and proven SNL split pillow block bearing housings. The new SNL range retains all the performance benefits of its predecessors, while offering significant usability improvements.Effective lubrication has been the focus of many of those improvements. Markings cast into the housings now indicate the proper grease level for an initial 20 or 40 percent lubricant fill. The relubrication port has been offset from the centre of the shaft axis,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-snl-housings-the-best-home-for-your-skf-bearings/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Apr 2018 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-snl-housings-the-best-home-for-your-skf-bearings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aareon drives significant savings for New Charter Group's voids operation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Greater Manchester based housing association, New Charter Group has achieved over &pound;125k of savings across its voids operation, by using the Aareon 1st Touch mobile software (www.aareon.co.uk).The introduction of the new mobile voids process follows New Charter&rsquo;s widely acclaimed digitisation programme. This succeeded in driving efficiency; achieving optimal Value for Money and boosting customer care for the association, which has around 19, 500 homes across Manchester and Nottinghams]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aareon-drives-significant-savings-for-new-charter-groups-voids-operation/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Apr 2018 12:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aareon-drives-significant-savings-for-new-charter-groups-voids-operation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF testing technology helps Quartzelec keep its customers’ motors running]]></title><description><![CDATA[With a heritage that stretches back more than 120 years, Quartzelec is a major provider of electrical engineering services for offshore oil and gas and marine industry customers around the world. The company&rsquo;s base in Aberdeen undertakes a broad range of services, including inspection, overhaul and rewind activities for a wide variety of high and low voltage electrical machines.Quartzelec has continually evolved and upgraded its capabilities to meet the changing needs of its customers, and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-testing-technology-helps-quartzelec-keep-its-customers-motors-running/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Apr 2018 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-testing-technology-helps-quartzelec-keep-its-customers-motors-running/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New grease filling filter for automatic lubrication systems]]></title><description><![CDATA[Installed as an inline component in the reservoir&rsquo;s fill line, the filling filter helps to ensure that clean grease enters the reservoir and the system. As grease enters through the inlet, it passes through the filter and then exits into a hose that is connected to the grease reservoir&rsquo;s fill port. As the filter element becomes clogged, the unit&rsquo;s clogged-indicator pin starts to retract, signaling that filter element cleaning is required. If the clogged filter element is not cl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-grease-filling-filter-for-automatic-lubrication-systems/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Apr 2018 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-grease-filling-filter-for-automatic-lubrication-systems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mechanical grease overflow prevention system increases worker safety and efficiency]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, April 3rd: SKF today announced the introduction of its Lincoln mechanical grease overflow prevention system. Designed to prevent hazards associated with reservoir overfilling, this product improves worker safety and minimizes environmental concerns caused by this type of spill. Easy to install and simple to operate, the system reduces the manpower needed for reservoir filling, freeing personnel for other tasks. In addition, the mechanical grease overflow prevention system can be used]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/mechanical-grease-overflow-prevention-system-increases-worker-safety-and-efficiency/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Apr 2018 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/mechanical-grease-overflow-prevention-system-increases-worker-safety-and-efficiency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[European Mobility Week Award: What Vienna and Igoumenitsa tell us about using streets differently]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last week, the European Commission announced the winners of the European Mobility Week Award 2017 and 6th Award for Sustainable Urban Mobility Planning (SUMP). Vienna and Igoumenitsa convinced the jury.<br />
The EUROPEAN MOBILITY WEEK takes place each year in September. Since 2002, it provides cities and towns with an opportunity to present and test sustainable mobility alternatives with their residents and to discuss with a wider group of stakeholders the challenges they are facing during the (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/european-mobility-week-award-what-vienna-and-igoumenitsa-tell-us-about-using-streets-differently/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Mar 2018 14:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/european-mobility-week-award-what-vienna-and-igoumenitsa-tell-us-about-using-streets-differently/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Almada: Innovative project to promote circular economy and decarbonization of urban living]]></title><description><![CDATA[Almada is one of nine Portuguese cities selected to implement an innovative project that aims to recreate urban spaces, turning them into spaces for demonstrating activities and livelihoods that are more sustainable and less carbon intensive.<br />
Within the Portuguese Environmental Fund (http://www.fundoambiental.pt) framework, this project follows the signature of the Paris Agreements in 2015 by Portugal, for the reduction of carbon emissions resulting from human activities by 2050. These (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/almada-innovative-project-to-promote-circular-economy-and-decarbonization-of-urban-living/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Mar 2018 11:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/almada-innovative-project-to-promote-circular-economy-and-decarbonization-of-urban-living/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smurfit Kappa upgrades to next-generation monitoring system from SKF]]></title><description><![CDATA[In order to avoid unplanned stoppages, the Smurfit Kappa paper mill in Pite&aring; is upgrading to the next-generation IMx-8 monitoring system from SKF. The system measures simultaneously and emits an alarm at the slightest change in performance, thus increasing the level of control over the condition of the machinery. In addition to vibrations, the system can also incorporate other process parameters, such as pressure and temperatures, to further improve the insight of the machine health.Smurfi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/smurfit-kappa-upgrades-to-next-generation-monitoring-system-from-skf/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Mar 2018 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/smurfit-kappa-upgrades-to-next-generation-monitoring-system-from-skf/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Joint briefing: Building on local climate and energy experience in Energy Union Governance]]></title><description><![CDATA[The ongoing negotiations on Energy Union Governance will soon touch upon the establishment of permanent &ldquo;Multilevel Climate and Energy Dialogue Platforms&rdquo;. CEMR, Climate Alliance, Energy Cities, EUROCITIES, ICLEI and E3G published a joint briefing underlining successful practices already adopted in Europe.<br />
Despite the increasing involvement and growing political weight of local actors in European climate and energy discussions, notably through the Covenant of Mayors, these front-runn]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/joint-briefing-building-on-local-climate-and-energy-experience-in-energy-union-governance/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2018 10:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/joint-briefing-building-on-local-climate-and-energy-experience-in-energy-union-governance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Irish expansion continues at Natural Power]]></title><description><![CDATA[Renewable energy and infrastructure consultancy, Natural Power, has appointed three new team members at its Dublin office. Keara O&rsquo; Shea has joined the geotech team as a geographical engineer, Kathryn Oliver has joined as an environmental consultant in the ecology team and Marc McLoughlin has joined as business development manager. The business is also currently recruiting for a further role in its Irish planning team. Marc Lamphiere, Natural Power&rsquo;s Country Director in Ireland, said]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/irish-expansion-continues-at-natural-power/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Mar 2018 17:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/irish-expansion-continues-at-natural-power/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[French cities call for decentralisation of energy policy]]></title><description><![CDATA[On March 22, the city of Paris, together with other 19 French cities, co-signed an open letter in Le Monde, asking to redirect part of the energy and climate tax's increase towards local communities and calling for a law for the decentralization of the energy policy.<br />
Regional and local level are extremely important to reach the objectives set by the Paris Agreement but in France, as in other European Countries, most of the levers are still controlled by national government and national (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/french-cities-call-for-decentralisation-of-energy-policy/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Mar 2018 09:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/french-cities-call-for-decentralisation-of-energy-policy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schneider Electric to give away £8,000 worth of vouchers for loyal customers to spend on the sporting trip of a lifetime]]></title><description><![CDATA[Schneider Electric&rsquo;s Game, Seat &amp; Match promotion offers electricians the chance to create their ultimate sporting tripLondon, UK, 22nd March 2018 &ndash; Schneider Electric, the leader in energy management and efficiency, is offering four chances for electricians to win &pound;2000 of vouchers to spend on bespoke sporting travel packages and 800 chances of winning &pound;10 Decathlon Sports vouchers when they buy selected electrical products from partnered distributors.Schneider Elect]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-to-give-away-8000-worth-of-vouchers-for-loyal-customers-to-spend-on-the-sporting-trip-of-a-lifetime/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Mar 2018 16:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-to-give-away-8000-worth-of-vouchers-for-loyal-customers-to-spend-on-the-sporting-trip-of-a-lifetime/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Off Grid Energy power up latest fleet of electric delivery vans for UPS]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Smart Electric Urban Logistics (SEUL) project provided power to over 170 new electric delivery vehicles in the London areaRugby, UK. 21 March 2018: Off Grid Energy, leading manufacturer of power solutions for the construction and utility industries, has supported UK Power Networks Services to deliver a project for UPS to overcome concerns related to the integration of electric delivery vehicles at its London parcel delivery depot. In conjunction with UK Power Networks Services, Off...Source:]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/off-grid-energy-power-up-latest-fleet-of-electric-delivery-vans-for-ups/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Mar 2018 10:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/off-grid-energy-power-up-latest-fleet-of-electric-delivery-vans-for-ups/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HUBER+SUHNER serves up cost-saving solution in RF-energy applications]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hannes Grubinger will present HUBER+SUHNER&rsquo;s cost-effective solution, the RFEX connector, to attendees at EDI CON ChinaBeijing, 20 March 2018. Leading international manufacturer of components and systems for optical and electrical connectivity, HUBER+SUHNER, is showcasing its smart concept solutions which offer increased power and lower running costs to RF-energy applications at the third Electronic Design Innovation Conference (EDI CON), in China, March 20-22.Speaking today, Hannes Grubin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hubersuhner-serves-up-cost-saving-solution-in-rf-energy-applications/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Mar 2018 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hubersuhner-serves-up-cost-saving-solution-in-rf-energy-applications/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Extended range of ball bearings now available with high performance seal option]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF is making its high performance RSH seal design available on a larger range of SKF Explorer deep groove ball bearings. The tried and tested RSH seal uses a highly optimised dual-lip configuration to provide additional protection in demanding environments. For users, the result is bearings that last longer, especially in wet, contaminated or dusty operating conditions, and that need to be replaced less frequently.A secondary lip on the seal withstands high pressure cleaning and offers increase]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/extended-range-of-ball-bearings-now-available-with-high-performance-seal-option/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Mar 2018 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/extended-range-of-ball-bearings-now-available-with-high-performance-seal-option/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tottenham Hotspur selects Schneider Electric as Stadium Energy Management Supplier]]></title><description><![CDATA[Schneider Electric to help power leading Premier League Club&rsquo;s new state-of-the-art stadium London (U.K.), Thursday 15th March, 2018 - Schneider Electric, the leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, has secured a long-term supplier contract with Tottenham Hotspur (&lsquo;Spurs&rsquo;) to become the Official Stadium Management Supplier to the Club&rsquo;s new state-of-the-art stadium in North London. Working closely with Spurs and its partners during the constr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/tottenham-hotspur-selects-schneider-electric-as-stadium-energy-management-supplier/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Mar 2018 11:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/tottenham-hotspur-selects-schneider-electric-as-stadium-energy-management-supplier/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian will invest in a new laying vessel for submarine cables]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fully operational by 2020, it will be the most advanced and capable cable layer in the marketMilan, 14 March 2018 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, announces an investment in excess of &euro;170 million in a new cutting-edge cable laying vessel. This strategic asset will bolster Prysmian&rsquo;s turnkey approach, under which it delivers end-to-end EPCI projects, from engineering, manufacturing and installation to full monitoring and diagnostic servi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-will-invest-in-a-new-laying-vessel-for-submarine-cables/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Mar 2018 17:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-will-invest-in-a-new-laying-vessel-for-submarine-cables/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power doubles up on wind farm acquisitions for Greenbacker]]></title><description><![CDATA[Natural Power provided technical due diligence reviews on behalf of Greenbacker Renewable Energy Co. LLC on two recent wind plant acquisitions, Georgia Mountain Wind Farm in Vermont, and Wagner Wind in California.The independent evaluations included turbine technology reviews, turbine, blade and BOP inspections as well as review of key contracts including PPAs and turbine service agreements, as well as technical assessments of operational performance at both plants. Natural Power&rsquo;s experts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-doubles-up-on-wind-farm-acquisitions-for-greenbacker/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Mar 2018 17:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-doubles-up-on-wind-farm-acquisitions-for-greenbacker/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MyRaven Customer Portal Takes Off With Aareon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Raven Housing Trust has chosen an online customer portal from Aareon (www.aareon.co.uk). The Portal, which will offer a wide range of online services to over 6.5k residents across Surrey and Sussex, will free-up existing call-centre staff to spend more time with those in greater need. The new system allows all customers to access key services 24/7, using their own devices from the comfort of their homes. Once fully operational, the services that will be available...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/myraven-customer-portal-takes-off-with-aareon/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Mar 2018 12:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/myraven-customer-portal-takes-off-with-aareon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Not just for techies: Blockchain - more power for cities or for big utilities?]]></title><description><![CDATA[You remember having heard about bitcoin, right? It is this virtual currency which has stirred up financial markets and is rapidly conquering the energy sector. And blockchain is the technology behind Bit what? Block what? We don't want you to remain puzzled about how this will impact local energy.<br />
Energy blockchain experiments and pilots are multiplying, driven by tech-savvy entrepreneurs. It looks like the new technology is disrupting the energy system from Spain to the US. And what is in (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/not-just-for-techies-blockchain-more-power-for-cities-or-for-big-utilities/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Mar 2018 11:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/not-just-for-techies-blockchain-more-power-for-cities-or-for-big-utilities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EU readies for the “money talk”: Quick overview of what the future could hold]]></title><description><![CDATA[By next May, the European Commission should have put on the table a proposal for the next EU budget, the so-called &ldquo;Multi-annual Financial Framework&rdquo; to put it in EU jargon. Ahead of this important milestone, Energy Cities' Board of Directors met with Isabelle Thomas, the European Parliament Member in charge of the file.<br />
The news were rather positive, as she announced the Parliament voted in favour of earmarking 30% of Cohesion and Structural Funds for climate action, and was optimis]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/eu-readies-for-the-money-talk-quick-overview-of-what-the-future-could-hold/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Mar 2018 17:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/eu-readies-for-the-money-talk-quick-overview-of-what-the-future-could-hold/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schneider Electric reinforces supplier risk management]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Group has joined the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA), an association promoting high standards in fields such as human rights, business ethics, environment, health &amp; safety Schneider Electric will use RBA methods and tools for its new strategic supplier development programmeLondon UK, March 8, 2018 &ndash; To step up accountability in its supply chain, particularly in terms of the suppliers most exposed to risks such as human rights or environmental issues, Schneider Electric, the lea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-reinforces-supplier-risk-management/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Mar 2018 10:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-reinforces-supplier-risk-management/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rezatec extends its global reach into Canada with its geospatial data analytics for the forestry sector]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rezatec&rsquo;s satellite data service provides cost effective forest attribute mapping for large areas in NE British Colombia to support caribou habitat restoration effortsVancouver, Canada, 6th March 2018 &ndash; Rezatec, the leading provider of geospatial data analytics to the Forestry sector, today announced that it is to provide its forestry attribute data products to the BC Oil and Gas Research and Innovation Society (BC OGRIS), the not-for-profit society enabling research to inform enviro]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rezatec-extends-its-global-reach-into-canada-with-its-geospatial-data-analytics-for-the-forestry-sector/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Mar 2018 12:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rezatec-extends-its-global-reach-into-canada-with-its-geospatial-data-analytics-for-the-forestry-sector/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF Cooper supports aspiring young footballers]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF Cooper is delighted to announce its sponsorship of the SKF Cooper Meet the World Cup, a youth football tournament taking place at Alive Lynnsport, Greenpark Avenue, King's Lynn on 19 and 20 May 2018. This UK event takes place ahead of the prestigious SKF Group sponsored Gothia Cup tournament in Gothenburg, Sweden, where the winning teams will be competing between 15 and 21 July 2018. Winning participants from the UK under-15s category also receive an all expenses paid invitation to the Gothi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-cooper-supports-aspiring-young-footballers/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Mar 2018 19:02:36 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-cooper-supports-aspiring-young-footballers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF Annual Report 2017 published]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 5 March 2018: AB SKF has now publishedits Annual Report 2017. The report focuses on how SKF creates valuefor customers, investors and other stakeholders and includescomprehensive financial and sustainability disclosures.Alrik Danielson, President and CEO, says: &ldquo;2017 was agood year for SKF, with strong demand in all main markets. Duringthe year, we improved our profitability, delivered a solid cashflow and reduced our net debt. We launched many new innovations andincreased our]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-annual-report-2017-published/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Mar 2018 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-annual-report-2017-published/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cities meet European decision makers to discuss EU's future budget and energy policy]]></title><description><![CDATA[On the occasion of the EU Covenant of Mayors Ceremony held on Thursday 22nd of February in Brussels, European mayors and elected representatives from Energy Cities' Board of Directors met with decision makers in charge of key policy developments.<br />
Next EU Budget: 30% of structural and cohesion funds to be allocated to climate measures<br />
First, there was this good news: The European Parliament's budget committee had just voted for 30% of the EU structural and cohesion funds to be allocated (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cities-meet-european-decision-makers-to-discuss-eus-future-budget-and-energy-policy/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Mar 2018 12:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cities-meet-european-decision-makers-to-discuss-eus-future-budget-and-energy-policy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA["The Government will continue to fail clean air targets if it ignores construction site emissions," London's former Deputy Mayor for Environment urges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following the UK Government losing its third court case after being told it must tackle illegal levels of pollution due to its &ldquo;seriously flawed&rdquo; approach, Matthew Pencharz highlights the role that construction sites are playing in pollutionLondon. 28 February 2018: As the Government&rsquo;s current policy to tackle the growing problem of air pollution is declared &ldquo;unlawful&rdquo; in another High Court ruling, Matthew Pencharz, former Deputy Mayor of London for Environment, has]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-government-will-continue-to-fail-clean-air-targets-if-it-ignores-construction-site-emissions-londons-former-deputy-mayor-for-environment-urges/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Feb 2018 15:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-government-will-continue-to-fail-clean-air-targets-if-it-ignores-construction-site-emissions-londons-former-deputy-mayor-for-environment-urges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF makes first major distributorship appointment in over a decade]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hayley Group Ltd becomes the seventh SKF Authorized Distributor in the UK and the first major UK distributor appointment to be made by SKF since 2005.Hayley Group joins a UK-wide network of carefully selected distributors that are not only fully conversant with SKF knowledge and technology, but also equipped to provide industrial end-users with the widest range of SKF products and related services.Hayley Group was originally established in Blackheath, West Midlands in 1976 under the name Hayley]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-makes-first-major-distributorship-appointment-in-over-a-decade/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Feb 2018 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-makes-first-major-distributorship-appointment-in-over-a-decade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hybrid Power Hire awarded SafeHire Certification, strengthening position in clean power industry]]></title><description><![CDATA[The award highlights its commitment to a high standard of hire operations Rugby, UK. 26 February 2018: Hybrid Power Hire, provider of clean, low carbon and noise reducing power for temporary applications, has been SafeHire Certified for showcasing leading service in safety, health, environment and quality.Assessed against business management and service quality specifications, Hybrid Power Hire was recommended for certification as it exceeded the benchmarks of SafeHire Standards during the audit]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hybrid-power-hire-awarded-safehire-certification-strengthening-position-in-clean-power-industry/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Feb 2018 10:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hybrid-power-hire-awarded-safehire-certification-strengthening-position-in-clean-power-industry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF to make debut appearance at Shippax 2018]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 26 February 2018: SKF plans its first appearance at the annual Shippax Ferry Shipping conference, which this year takes place aboard Europe's largest ferry vessel, Color Line's 75,000 tonne COLOR MAGIC, sailing between Oslo &ndash; Kiel &ndash; Oslo, April 18-20, 2018.SKF will be taking a stand at the accompanying conference exhibition, where it will present technical solutions for boosting the efficiency and minimising the environmental impact of retractable fin stabilizers]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-make-debut-appearance-at-shippax-2018/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Feb 2018 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-make-debut-appearance-at-shippax-2018/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PPM Power confirmed as UK distributor of Vincotech power modules]]></title><description><![CDATA[PPM Power has now been confirmed as a distributor of Vincotech power semiconductor modules in the UK. Formerly part of Tyco Electronics and now an affiliated company within Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Vincotech is a market leader in power modules for motor drives, solar inverters, welding equipment and power supplies.Highest integration available&ldquo;Vincotech modules offer the highest level of integration available in the market, housing dies fabricated using different semiconductor tech]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/ppm-power-confirmed-as-uk-distributor-of-vincotech-power-modules/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Feb 2018 14:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/ppm-power-confirmed-as-uk-distributor-of-vincotech-power-modules/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First underwater stabilizer fin replacement keeps luxury cruise liner on schedule]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 21 February 2018: The global cruise industry is riding a wave of popularity. Passenger numbers are forecast to pass the 25 million mark for the first time this year, up from around 7 million at the turn of the Millennium. With an average annual growth rate of around 7 per cent since 1980, cruising has transformed itself from a niche interst into a $37 billion industry that provides jobs for more than 950,000 people.While much of the popularity of holidaying by ship stems from]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/first-underwater-stabilizer-fin-replacement-keeps-luxury-cruise-liner-on-schedule/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Feb 2018 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/first-underwater-stabilizer-fin-replacement-keeps-luxury-cruise-liner-on-schedule/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Covenant of Mayors : A key instrument for the future EU budget]]></title><description><![CDATA[In its 10 year-existence, the European Covenant of Mayors has mobilised thousands of local governments to voluntarily implement and exceed EU climate and energy objectives. In order to further embed the initiative in EU policies, it has to become a key instrument for the future EU budget, write the local and regional leaders of the European Covenant of Mayors board.<br />
This opinion piece was first published by EURACTIV This article is part of EURACTIV special report Europe's mayors : Speeding (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/covenant-of-mayors-a-key-instrument-for-the-future-eu-budget/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Feb 2018 14:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/covenant-of-mayors-a-key-instrument-for-the-future-eu-budget/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power delivers predictive habitat mapping for Scottish Natural Heritage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Natural Power was commissioned by Scottish Natural Heritage to predictively map the spatial extent of Annex 1 habitats in 25 special areas of conservation and three marine protected areas throughout Scotland. Using the best available data, Natural Power created a tailored approach combining spatial mapping, imagery classification and predictive statistical mapping to overcome variations in the quality of existing data for Scottish waters. In many sites, the mapping improved upon previously mappe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-delivers-predictive-habitat-mapping-for-scottish-natural-heritage/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Feb 2018 17:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-delivers-predictive-habitat-mapping-for-scottish-natural-heritage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Interview: Is the energy transition still making the Franco-German heart leap?]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the past, France and Germany made very different political choices. Today, however, a convergence of their objectives is giving new life to the Franco-German engine, according to Mr Pascal Gauthier, Economic, Transport, Energy and Environment Adviser at the French Embassy in Germany.<br />
In January, resolutions were adopted by both the French National Assembly and the German Bundestag on the occasion of the 55th Anniversary of the Elys&eacute;e Treaty. Back in 1963, the energy transition, and eve]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/interview-is-the-energy-transition-still-making-the-franco-german-heart-leap/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2018 09:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/interview-is-the-energy-transition-still-making-the-franco-german-heart-leap/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Turbine tip extension offers energy output boost]]></title><description><![CDATA[Natural Power recently provided planning support and conducted structural assessments as part of a retro-fit blade tip extension pilot project for Siemens Gamesa&rsquo;s fleet of 2.3MW onshore wind turbines at Fred.Olsen Renewables&rsquo; Crystal Rig II site in the Scottish Borders. It is expected that the tip extensions of 2.55m will achieve an annual energy production boost of up to 10%. Shane Bermingham, Engineering Design Lead at Natural Power, said: &ldquo;As we move to a subsidy...Source:]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/turbine-tip-extension-offers-energy-output-boost/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Feb 2018 18:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/turbine-tip-extension-offers-energy-output-boost/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aspect Enterprise Solutions To Reveal New CTRM Features During IP Week In London]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading commodities trading and risk management software vendor, Aspect Enterprise Solutions, is hosting its annual product demonstrations in its London office during International Petroleum Week (IP Week) February 19-23. Trading, risk management, IT, and trading firm executives are encouraged to register for an appointment to visit with Aspect&rsquo;s technology professionals here http://www.aspectenterprise.com/meetings-ip-week-2018/.Aspect is a sponsor of IP Week, one of the largest global oi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aspect-enterprise-solutions-to-reveal-new-ctrm-features-during-ip-week-in-london/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Feb 2018 11:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aspect-enterprise-solutions-to-reveal-new-ctrm-features-during-ip-week-in-london/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[When the EIB is learning from cities: more EU money for local energy?]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Monday, the Luxembourg-based European Investment Bank (EIB) admitted for the first time city delegates to its annual meeting with civil society. All ears, the EIB Board of Directors was listening to and debating with the locally experienced such as Energy Cities' president and Lord Mayor of Heidelberg, Eckart W&uuml;rzner. The bank is one of the world's largest lenders and only allowed to back projects that are in line with EU policy. So, in view of the EU's ambitions to comply with the Paris]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/when-the-eib-is-learning-from-cities-more-eu-money-for-local-energy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Feb 2018 11:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/when-the-eib-is-learning-from-cities-more-eu-money-for-local-energy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF SimPro Quick, a single-shaft/multiple bearing system analysis software]]></title><description><![CDATA[With this comprehensive choice of system modelling and engineering analysis software, SKF is now able to provide its customers with a range of tools that match their individual needs. SKF believes that for the vast majority of its customers, SKF SimPro Quick will provide sufficient power for detailed analyses of single-shaft/multiple bearing systems while being both simple and quick to use. Moreover, customers can make use of SKF SimPro Quick with relative little effort without having to undergo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-simpro-quick-a-single-shaftmultiple-bearing-system-analysis-software/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Feb 2018 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-simpro-quick-a-single-shaftmultiple-bearing-system-analysis-software/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA["Cleaner construction practices are vital to tackle toxic air," former Deputy Mayor of London for Environment urges at EHS 2018]]></title><description><![CDATA[With around 50,000 UK deaths a year related to poor air quality and the World Health Organisation estimating that pollution costs &pound;54 billion annually, Matthew Pencharz is highlighting the role of construction sites and temporary power generators Coventry. 7 February 2018: As the 2018 Executive Hire Show (EHS) takes place in Coventry, Matthew Pencharz, the former Deputy Mayor of London for Environment and current director of Off Grid Energy, is addressing why it is integral...Source: RealW]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cleaner-construction-practices-are-vital-to-tackle-toxic-air-former-deputy-mayor-of-london-for-environment-urges-at-ehs-2018/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Feb 2018 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cleaner-construction-practices-are-vital-to-tackle-toxic-air-former-deputy-mayor-of-london-for-environment-urges-at-ehs-2018/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Consent for Pant y Maen Wind Farm]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy and infrastructure consultancy, Natural Power, has secured consent on behalf of Pany y Maen Wind Ltd for a seven turbine site in Denbighshire, North Wales. The initial application was refused by Denbighshire County Council on the grounds of landscape and visual impact, impact on local dwellings and on the historic environment, however the decision was appealed, and the Cabinet Secretary for Energy, Planning and Rural Affairs agreed that the benefits of the...Source: Real]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/consent-for-pant-y-maen-wind-farm/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Feb 2018 13:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/consent-for-pant-y-maen-wind-farm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Latest SKF Explorer class tapered roller bearings offer performance and endurance enhancements]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest range of SKF Explorer tapered roller bearings has been extended, and now offers a significant 7% increase in dynamic load rating for all products up to 600 mm outside diameter. Additionally, the dynamic load rating of a selection of non-SKF Explorer bearings has been improved by a further 15% as a result of internal manufacturing upgrades. This means an overall dynamic load rating improvement of 22% for certain product types.Thanks to consistent manufacturing processes, the Company ha]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/latest-skf-explorer-class-tapered-roller-bearings-offer-performance-and-endurance-enhancements/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Feb 2018 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/latest-skf-explorer-class-tapered-roller-bearings-offer-performance-and-endurance-enhancements/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An EU budget to make energy citizens a reality]]></title><description><![CDATA[Where should the money go ? Read Energy Cities and CEE Bankwatch network's proposal on the EU Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) post 2020.<br />
In a joint position paper published today, we sketch a creative policy vision for how the next MFF could best unlock innovative financing and address specific barriers faced by energy citizens and community power projects wishing to invest in their own small scale RES projects.<br />
The solutions advocated in this paper involve two pillars :The first (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/an-eu-budget-to-make-energy-citizens-a-reality/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Feb 2018 18:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/an-eu-budget-to-make-energy-citizens-a-reality/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New wheel-end seal from SKF offers extreme performance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 2 February 2018: Truck and trailer operators can now dramatically reduce the risk of premature wheel-end failures, as well as the high costs associated with unplanned downtime and vehicle recovery, by changing to a new wheel-end seal design from SKF.Scotseal X-Treme is the latest addition to SKF's well established line of wheel-end seals for drive, steer and trailer axles: Scotseal Classic, Scotseal Long Life, Scotseal Pro and Scotseal Plus XL. It offers the vehicle service m]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-wheel-end-seal-from-skf-offers-extreme-performance/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Feb 2018 11:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-wheel-end-seal-from-skf-offers-extreme-performance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF Year-end report 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 1 February 2018Alrik Danielson, President andCEO:&ldquo;We have had a strong finish to 2017, a yearcharacterized by strong demand in most markets. In the fourthquarter, net sales, at SEK 19.5 billion, grew organically by over8%, with near- double-digit growth in Automotive.Europe and Asia saw strong sales growth, 9% and 10%,respectively, driven by high general levels of industrial activityand a strong automotive market. In North America, sales growth was5%.Our focus on raising prices]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-year-end-report-2017/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Feb 2018 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-year-end-report-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schneider Electric Unveils EcoStruxure ADMS 3.8 for Electric Utility Grid Optimisation at DistribuTECH 2018]]></title><description><![CDATA[Industry-leading grid management suite integrating and optimising DER &#8232;Tightly coupled GIS-ADMS solution supporting automated data management &#8232;Utilities to benefit from improved situational awareness, flexible DER management and simplified asset management &#8232;London, UK &ndash; January 31st, 2018 &ndash; Schneider Electric, the global specialist in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, today announced the latest advancements with EcoStruxure ADMS grid ma]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-unveils-ecostruxure-adms-38-for-electric-utility-grid-optimisation-at-distributech-2018/</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Jan 2018 11:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-unveils-ecostruxure-adms-38-for-electric-utility-grid-optimisation-at-distributech-2018/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Destination 100% Renewable Energy : How far are cities ?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The road to 100% renewable energy obviously passes through ambitious actions from cities. In the framework of the EU Renewables Networking Platform Project, Energy Cities sheds some light on where cities are in this transition process and what obstacles still remain.<br />
In 2017, 6 national workshops were organised on this topic in the Netherlands, Spain, France, Poland, the Republic Czech and Slovakia. They helped cities learn from one another on the latest trends and techniques around (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/destination-100-renewable-energy-how-far-are-cities-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jan 2018 15:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/destination-100-renewable-energy-how-far-are-cities-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Destination 100% Renewable Energy: How far are cities?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The road to 100% renewable energy obviously passes through ambitious actions from cities. In the framework of the EU Renewables Networking Platform Project, Energy Cities sheds some light on where cities are in this transition process and what obstacles still remain.<br />
In 2017, 6 national workshops were organised on this topic in the Netherlands, Spain, France, Poland, the Republic Czech and Slovakia. They helped cities learn from one another on the latest trends and techniques around (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/destination-100-renewable-energy-how-far-are-cities/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jan 2018 15:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/destination-100-renewable-energy-how-far-are-cities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rezatec expands into South East Asia by delivering innovative water sector projects with Metro Pacific Water]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harwell, Oxfordshire, 30th January 2018. Rezatec &ndash; the leader in satellite big data analytics &ndash; is working with Metro Pacific Water to improve the availability of drinking water and sanitation in the metropolitan cities of Manila and Iloilo in the Philippines. Metro Pacific Water is the water and wastewater investments arm of the Philippines&rsquo; leading infrastructure conglomerate, Metro Pacific Investments Corp.For several years, Rezatec has been deploying its services to water u]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rezatec-expands-into-south-east-asia-by-delivering-innovative-water-sector-projects-with-metro-pacific-water/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jan 2018 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rezatec-expands-into-south-east-asia-by-delivering-innovative-water-sector-projects-with-metro-pacific-water/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schneider Electric launches a partnership with Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL)]]></title><description><![CDATA[With SEforALL, Schneider Electric is pursuing its commitment to United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 7The Group and SEforALL share a vision of universal energy access and an ambition to boost energy efficiency through specific programmesLondon, (UK), January 26, 2018 &ndash; Schneider Electric, the leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, is pursuing its commitment to help reduce energy poverty and provide universal access to environmentally friendly energy, b]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-launches-a-partnership-with-sustainable-energy-for-all-seforall/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jan 2018 14:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-launches-a-partnership-with-sustainable-energy-for-all-seforall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Life Is On with Schneider Electric at Houzz of 2018]]></title><description><![CDATA[Schneider Electric to present its latest Ultimate and Lisse light switches as well as its Wiser smart home heating systemLondon UK &ndash; 26th January 2018 &ndash; Schneider Electric, the global specialist in energy management and automation, is showcasing some of its latest smart home solutions at the Houzz of 2018, a pop-up, five-storey installation in Soho inspired by the most exciting 2018 design trends. Schneider Electric will promote its partners in the domestic electrician industry...Sou]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/life-is-on-with-schneider-electric-at-houzz-of-2018/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jan 2018 12:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/life-is-on-with-schneider-electric-at-houzz-of-2018/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Research from Schneider Electric Reveals Companies Unprepared for New Energy Economy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Survey of 236 companies shows that organisations feel ready to compete in the evolving energy landscape; but action doesn&rsquo;t match perceptionLack of integrated energy and sustainability planning and execution, and data management create barriersLondon (UK), January 25, 2018 &ndash; While global business leaders are gathering at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos this week to talk about energy and environmental challenges, a new study released today by Schneider Electric, the l]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/research-from-schneider-electric-reveals-companies-unprepared-for-new-energy-economy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jan 2018 16:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/research-from-schneider-electric-reveals-companies-unprepared-for-new-energy-economy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dynamic cable to connect Kincardine Floating Offshore Wind Farm in the UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Project marks Prysmian entry into floating offshore wind farm sectorMilan, 24 January 2018 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has been awarded a new contract by Cobra Wind International Ltd to provide the cable system to connect the Kincardine Floating Offshore Wind Farm to mainland UK.This is the Group&rsquo;s first cable project for a floating offshore wind farm which foresees the design and supply of two export cables...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/dynamic-cable-to-connect-kincardine-floating-offshore-wind-farm-in-the-uk/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jan 2018 11:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/dynamic-cable-to-connect-kincardine-floating-offshore-wind-farm-in-the-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Koncar's latest EMUs and DMUs to be equipped with SKF bogie-components]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 24 January 2018: SKF has been involved with Koncar KEV and the development of the latter&rsquo;s new electric multiple units and diesel-electric multiple units (EMUs and DMUs) since 2008. Being a relative newcomer in the EMU and DMU field, the reputable locomotive producer chose SKF as a technically competent and reliable supplier to support them during the challenging development quest.Koncar&rsquo;s designers, along with SKF&rsquo;s experts, were able to draw on SKF&rsquo;s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/koncars-latest-emus-and-dmus-to-be-equipped-with-skf-bogie-components/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jan 2018 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/koncars-latest-emus-and-dmus-to-be-equipped-with-skf-bogie-components/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schneider Electric included in the 2018 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index]]></title><description><![CDATA[Based on a self-disclosure survey, the index lists 104 companies that have made strong commitments to gender diversityInclusion in index is a recognition of longstanding commitment to Diversity and InclusionLondon UK, January 23rd, 2018 &ndash; Schneider Electric, the leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, features among the 104 companies included in the 2018 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index. Based on a detailed self-disclosure survey, the index provides a unique ba]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-included-in-the-2018-bloomberg-gender-equality-index/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jan 2018 13:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-included-in-the-2018-bloomberg-gender-equality-index/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Off Grid Energy to launch new Hybrid Power Unit at 2018 Executive Hire Show]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ingenium series represents a step change in the capabilities, capacity and ease of integration for hybrid power systems without impact on costRugby, UK. 23 January 2018: Off Grid Energy, leading manufacturer of power solutions for the construction, marine and automotive industries, is set to launch its new Universal Hybrid Power Unit at this year&rsquo;s Executive Hire Show (EHS), taking place February 7-8 in Coventry. The gridtogo&trade; Ingenium Series reduces generator running hours and a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/off-grid-energy-to-launch-new-hybrid-power-unit-at-2018-executive-hire-show/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jan 2018 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/off-grid-energy-to-launch-new-hybrid-power-unit-at-2018-executive-hire-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Innovative Financing in Cities and Regions : Join a unique EU-wide P2P learning programme !]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new Peer-to-Peer learning project PROSPECT H2020 has just launched its first call for applications !<br />
PROSPECT will offer you a total of 3 learning cycles on innovative financing schemes for their energy and climate actions, starting respectively in May 2018, September 2018 and March 2019.<br />
You can now apply online to take part the first P2P learning cycle starting in May 2018, either as a mentor or mentee city or region, and before the 16th February 2018.<br />
Your city or region has (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/innovative-financing-in-cities-and-regions-join-a-unique-eu-wide-p2p-learning-programme-/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jan 2018 10:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/innovative-financing-in-cities-and-regions-join-a-unique-eu-wide-p2p-learning-programme-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Innovative Financing in Cities and Regions: Join a unique EU-wide P2P learning programme!]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new Peer-to-Peer learning project PROSPECT H2020 has just launched its first call for applications!<br />
PROSPECT will offer you a total of 3 learning cycles on innovative financing schemes for your energy and climate actions, starting respectively in May 2018, September 2018 and March 2019.<br />
You can now apply online to take part the first P2P learning cycle starting in May 2018, either as a mentor or mentee city or region, and before the 16th February 2018.<br />
Your city or region has (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/innovative-financing-in-cities-and-regions-join-a-unique-eu-wide-p2p-learning-programme/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jan 2018 10:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/innovative-financing-in-cities-and-regions-join-a-unique-eu-wide-p2p-learning-programme/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Financing local climate &amp; energy actions: Get inspired by Covenant cities and regions!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cities and regions of the Covenant of Mayors for Climate &amp; Energy are taking action to mitigate climate change, adapt to its unavoidable consequences and provide their citizens with access to secure, sustainable and affordable energy.<br />
Covenant of Mayors cities have all committed to developing Sustainable Energy and Climate Action Plans, for 2020 and/or 2030. In order to ensure their successful implementation despite strained public budgets, they are finding ways to mobilise the (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/financing-local-climate-amp-energy-actions-get-inspired-by-covenant-cities-and-regions/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jan 2018 09:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/financing-local-climate-amp-energy-actions-get-inspired-by-covenant-cities-and-regions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF linear motion technology showcases at Drives &amp; Controls 2018]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF linear motion products are available in a variety of formats, including ball and roller screws, linear actuators, profile rail guides, precision rail guides, linear tables and slides. Products in each of these categories will be on display, including a number of dynamic exhibits demonstrating their high performance and ease of integration.SKF offers a wide range of low- to medium-duty electric actuator designs and configurations for simple industrial or specific healthcare applications, prov]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-linear-motion-technology-showcases-at-drives-amp-controls-2018/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jan 2018 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-linear-motion-technology-showcases-at-drives-amp-controls-2018/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Everybody to Switzerland!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Part of the team will move to Geneva for the duration of the European Energy Transition Conference, where you will have the opportunity to meet them at workshops or over a drink to discuss, debate and share ideas. In Geneva, four INSPIRATION workshops will be organised by Energy Cities between 30th January and 1st February.<br />
Changing to manage change Indispensable for accelerating the energy and social transition, change management involves adopting new ways of working ranging from the (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/everybody-to-switzerland/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jan 2018 16:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/everybody-to-switzerland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schneider Electric&rsquo;s EcoStruxure&trade; Platform wins &ldquo;The most efficient ship solution&rdquo; Award at International Green Shipping &amp; Maritime Technology Summit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Condition-Based Maintenance powered by EcoStruxure recognised as an unmatched service approach to the shipping industryLondon, UK - 17th January 2018 &ndash; Schneider Electric, the leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, has won &ldquo;The most efficient ship solution&rdquo; Award at International Green Shipping &amp; Maritime Technology Summit held November 28-29, 2017 in Athens, Greece. The awarded solution is a full EcoStruxure offer &ndash; Schneider Electric&r]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electricrsquos-ecostruxuretrade-platform-wins-ldquothe-most-efficient-ship-solutionrdquo-award-at-international-green-shipping-amp-maritime-technology-summit/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jan 2018 15:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electricrsquos-ecostruxuretrade-platform-wins-ldquothe-most-efficient-ship-solutionrdquo-award-at-international-green-shipping-amp-maritime-technology-summit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What future for district heating in Eastern European countries? Possible anwsers with the case of Brasov, Romania]]></title><description><![CDATA[District heating in general is seen as an important opportunity to decarbonise the heating sector, especially in urban areas, and therefore important to reach European and global climate goals.<br />
In a case study, progRESsHEAT project partners analyse possible future scenarios for the city of Brasov, Romania. Like in many other cities in Eastern Europe, a district heating system exists in the city, however it is facing severe challenges like old and inefficient infrastructure and loss of (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/what-future-for-district-heating-in-eastern-european-countries-possible-anwsers-with-the-case-of-brasov-romania/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jan 2018 09:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/what-future-for-district-heating-in-eastern-european-countries-possible-anwsers-with-the-case-of-brasov-romania/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The future of district heating in Eastern European countries : The case of Brasov, Romania]]></title><description><![CDATA[District heating in general is seen as an important opportunity to decarbonise the heating sector, especially in urban areas, and therefore important to reach European and global climate goals.<br />
In a case study, progRESsHEAT project partners analyse possible future scenarios for the city of Brasov, Romania. Like in many other cities in Eastern Europe, a district heating system exists in the city, however it is facing severe challenges like old and inefficient infrastructure and loss of (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-future-of-district-heating-in-eastern-european-countries-the-case-of-brasov-romania/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jan 2018 09:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-future-of-district-heating-in-eastern-european-countries-the-case-of-brasov-romania/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hans Stråberg proposed as new Chairman of the Board of AB SKF. Colleen Repplier proposed as new Board Member]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 17 January 2018: SKF&rsquo;s Nomination Committee proposes Hans Str&aring;berg as new Chairman of the Board of AB SKF. Hans Str&aring;berg is Chairman of the Board of Atlas Copco AB, Roxtec AB, CTEK AB, Nikkarit Holding AB; Vice Chairman of the Board of Stora Enso Oyj, Orchid Ortopedics, Inc and Board member of Investor AB, N Holding AB, Mellby G&aring;rd AB and Hedson Technologies AB.SKF&rsquo;s current Chairman of the Board Leif &Ouml;stling has announced that he will not make hims]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hans-strberg-proposed-as-new-chairman-of-the-board-of-ab-skf-colleen-repplier-proposed-as-new-board-member/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jan 2018 08:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hans-strberg-proposed-as-new-chairman-of-the-board-of-ab-skf-colleen-repplier-proposed-as-new-board-member/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF’s year-end results to be published on 1 February 2018]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 16 January 2018: The SKF Group willpublish its full year results on 1 February 2018 and welcomesinvestors, analysts and members of the media to take part in aconference call, which will be held in English, at 14:00 (SwedishTime), 13:00 (UK Time).To join the conference call, please dial-in using thefollowing details at least 10 minutes before the start of thecall:SE: +46 8 5033 6574<br />
UK: +44&nbsp;330&nbsp;336 9105<br />
US: +1&nbsp;323&nbsp;994 2083Please inform the operator that you wish to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skfs-year-end-results-to-be-published-on-1-february-2018/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jan 2018 08:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skfs-year-end-results-to-be-published-on-1-february-2018/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schneider Electric provides safety in power distribution for large, mixed-use buildings]]></title><description><![CDATA[London, UK &ndash; 15th January 2018 &ndash; Schneider Electric, the global specialist in energy management and automation, has launched its comprehensive, 54-product distribution range for multi-occupancy buildings. Our urban centres are becoming more densely populated. Faced with a chronic lack of space and rising property and land prices in modern cities, landlords and developers are increasingly turning to multi-occupancy buildings to maximise their property use. However, this poses a signif]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-provides-safety-in-power-distribution-for-large-mixed-use-buildings/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jan 2018 12:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-provides-safety-in-power-distribution-for-large-mixed-use-buildings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Cooper Roller Bearings' becomes 'SKF Cooper split bearings']]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF acquired the King's Lynn based Cooper Roller Bearings Co Ltd in 2013 as part of the US based Kaydon Corporation, Cooper's parent company at the time. Following a period of consolidation within SKF, it has now been decided that all Cooper Split Bearings ranges will be marketed under the name of SKF Cooper going forward.SKF Cooper products will continue to complement the growing SKF portfolio of complete solutions for the marine, mining, quarrying, construction and energy sectors. In addition]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cooper-roller-bearings-becomes-skf-cooper-split-bearings/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jan 2018 19:20:23 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cooper-roller-bearings-becomes-skf-cooper-split-bearings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aareon Opens New Office Suite In Southampton Science Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aareon UK (www.aareon.co.uk) has opened a new office suite, in Southampton Science Park. The new location, 5 Benham Campus in Chilworth, is now one of three Aareon UK offices. The move cements Aareon UK&rsquo;s operational merger with Science Park success story 1st Touch, the established leader in the supply of mobile and digital workforce software for the UK&rsquo;s social housing, property services and local government sectors. Peter Birkett, CEO of The University of Southampton Science...Sour]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aareon-opens-new-office-suite-in-southampton-science-park/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jan 2018 13:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aareon-opens-new-office-suite-in-southampton-science-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solar Sharc® PV coating website now launched]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ground breaking solar PV coating set to reduce industrial O&amp;M costs and address carbon footprint challengesCambridge, UK 11th January 2018. Opus Materials Technologies Ltd, an industrial coatings specialist, has launched a new website for Solar Sharc&reg; to further drive awareness of this ground-breaking coating, intended to optimise solar energy production.The website tells the story of Solar Sharc&reg;, a unique anti-soiling, easy-clean, durable industrial coating. It details the innovati]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/solar-sharc-pv-coating-website-now-launched/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jan 2018 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/solar-sharc-pv-coating-website-now-launched/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Registration to the 2018 Covenant of Mayors Ceremony is open!]]></title><description><![CDATA[2018 will mark the 10th anniversary of the Covenant of Mayors initiative launched by the European Commission.<br />
All committed cities and members of the Covenant Community are invited to get together for the Covenant of Mayors Investment Forum &amp; Ceremony on 21-22 February 2018 to take stock of the results achieved, discuss joint challenges such as investment, multi-level collaboration and mobility, meet the newly set-up EU Covenant Political Board, and pull-up strengths for the next (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/registration-to-the-2018-covenant-of-mayors-ceremony-is-open/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jan 2018 17:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/registration-to-the-2018-covenant-of-mayors-ceremony-is-open/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Registration for the 2018 Covenant of Mayors Ceremony is open!]]></title><description><![CDATA[2018 will mark the 10th anniversary of the Covenant of Mayors initiative launched by the European Commission.<br />
All committed cities and members of the Covenant Community are invited to get together for the Covenant of Mayors Investment Forum &amp; Ceremony on 21-22 February 2018 to take stock of the results achieved, discuss joint challenges such as investment, multi-level collaboration and mobility, meet the newly set-up EU Covenant Political Board, and pull-up strengths for the next (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/registration-for-the-2018-covenant-of-mayors-ceremony-is-open/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jan 2018 17:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/registration-for-the-2018-covenant-of-mayors-ceremony-is-open/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF offers new high temperature and harsh environment food grade grease]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF has announced the introduction of a new high temperature, harsh environment food grade grease known as LGED 2. This grease uses a PFPE oil in combination with a PTFE thickener and is registered as NSF H1.The advantages of LGED 2 include its excellent oxidation resistance, extremely low evaporation losses at high temperature, good corrosion resistance, plus its longevity in aggressive environments.SKF LGED 2 features a wide operating temperature range from -30 &deg;C to +240 &deg;C. It is sui]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-offers-new-high-temperature-and-harsh-environment-food-grade-grease/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jan 2018 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-offers-new-high-temperature-and-harsh-environment-food-grade-grease/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New PUBLENEF toolbox supports policy makers in tackling energy efficiency challenges]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Horizon 2020 PUBLENEF project has developed a new toolbox, which seeks to provide local and regional policy makers with a set of adequate tools and resources to match their needs on energy efficiency policy.<br />
The objective of the PUBLENEF project is to assist EU Member States in implementing effective and efficient sustainable energy policies (with the focus on energy efficiency) and empower them to make use of the best practices and policy processes implemented in other Member States (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-publenef-toolbox-supports-policy-makers-in-tackling-energy-efficiency-challenges/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jan 2018 12:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-publenef-toolbox-supports-policy-makers-in-tackling-energy-efficiency-challenges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Announcement of change in total number of votes in AB SKF]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 29 December 2017:Due to a conversion of shares from Series A to SeriesB in accordance with the Company&rsquo;s Articles of Association, AB SKFconfirms the following.&nbsp;As per 29 December the Company&rsquo;s share capitalamounts to SEK 1,138,377,670 and the total number of shares amountsto 35,055,803 shares of Series A and 420,295,265 shares of SeriesB. The number of votes in the Company amounts to 77,085,330.&nbsp;AB SKF does not hold any own shares.Aktiebolaget SKF<br />
&nbsp; &nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/announcement-of-change-in-total-number-of-votes-in-ab-skf/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Dec 2017 08:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/announcement-of-change-in-total-number-of-votes-in-ab-skf/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Happy holiday season!]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Energy Cities team is taking a well-deserved break!<br />
We wish you all a wonderful holiday season<br />
We'll be happy to see you again in 2018 with lots of surprises!]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/happy-holiday-season/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Dec 2017 16:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/happy-holiday-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF and ArcelorMittal sign framework agreement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 19 December 2017: SKF and ArcelorMittal have signed a multi-year framework agreement. As part of the agreement, SKF will supply ArcelorMittal with bearings, bearing units, seals and remanufacturing services across 14 countries in Europe and Northern Africa. SKF will also provide total-cost-of-ownership (TCO) savings studies, validating the realised value generated from its products and services.Erik Nelander, President, Industrial Sales, EMEA, says: &ldquo;Through a long-term process]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-and-arcelormittal-sign-framework-agreement/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Dec 2017 08:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-and-arcelormittal-sign-framework-agreement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Believe it or not, there is a bright future for our homes!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wow, what a great morning! The sun has risen and Mr Vinters* steps out of his warm bed. Mr Vinters slowly slips in his slippers and walks towards the huge crystal clear window and looks across the backyard. He sees his neighbour's house where finally the refurbishment works are finished and he suddenly remembers how terrible the conditions were in his apartment 28 years ago. Now, Mr Vinters can enjoy his warm apartment, healthy conditions with the fresh air mixed with the smell of the (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/believe-it-or-not-there-is-a-bright-future-for-our-homes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Dec 2017 10:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/believe-it-or-not-there-is-a-bright-future-for-our-homes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian to Provide a Strategic Power Grid Connection in Bahrain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Project to develop new 400 kV cable loop circuitImportant contract confirms Group&rsquo;s commitment to developing energy infrastructures in the Gulf areaMilan, 13 December 2017 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has been awarded a new contract worth in the region of &euro;80 million by EWA (Electricity and Water Authority of the Government of the Kingdom of Bahrain) to develop a new 400 kV cable loop circuit. As part...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-to-provide-a-strategic-power-grid-connection-in-bahrain/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Dec 2017 11:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-to-provide-a-strategic-power-grid-connection-in-bahrain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF extends its commercial vehicle aftermarket offering with new water pump range]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 13 December 2017: Owners and maintainers of commercial vehicles can now benefit from SKF quality and service for another key engine component, with the launch of a new range of water pumps for commercial vehicles.Available across Europe from February 2018, the new offering covers all the most popular trucks on the road today. At launch, the range will include pumps for Volvo, Renault, MAN, Mercedes, Iveco, DAF and Scania models.SKF water pumps are manufactured to the highest]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-extends-its-commercial-vehicle-aftermarket-offering-with-new-water-pump-range/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Dec 2017 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-extends-its-commercial-vehicle-aftermarket-offering-with-new-water-pump-range/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF 'opens the door&rsquo; to an engineering treasure trove]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 12 December 2017: SKF SimPro Expert is an advanced simulation software tool developed in-house by SKF to maximise support for, and co-operation with, its customers. SimPro Expert gives customers greater freedom of choice and flexibility when incorporating SKF bearings into their machine designs, but more particularly it gives them the power to evaluate the performance of SKF bearing arrangements in minute detail across a wide range of applications and service conditions, in t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-opens-the-doorrsquo-to-an-engineering-treasure-trove/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Dec 2017 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-opens-the-doorrsquo-to-an-engineering-treasure-trove/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian celebrates 50 Years of the SA.CO.I. interconnection]]></title><description><![CDATA[The World&rsquo;s Longest In-Service HVDC Submarine Power Cable LinkSubmarine cable technology ensures reliable and sustainable power transmissionTechnological innovation to provide increased cable and material performance, smart monitoring systems and advanced cable installation and service solutionsMilan, 11 December 2017 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, celebrates the 50th anniversary of the taking into operation of the HVDC submarine cable syst]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-celebrates-50-years-of-the-sacoi-interconnection/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Dec 2017 14:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-celebrates-50-years-of-the-sacoi-interconnection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schneider Electric accelerates fight against climate change at One Planet Summit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Schneider Electric executives collaborate with other sustainability leaders on how to deliver tangible actions on the most pressing global sustainability challenges London, UK &ndash; 11th December 2017 &ndash; Schneider Electric, the leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, will join other sustainability leaders to support and accelerate the common fight against climate change at the One Planet Summit. Two years to the day after the adoption of the Paris Agreement,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-accelerates-fight-against-climate-change-at-one-planet-summit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Dec 2017 13:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-accelerates-fight-against-climate-change-at-one-planet-summit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schneider Electric commits to 100% renewable electricity by 2030 and reporting on its energy productivity journey]]></title><description><![CDATA[Schneider Electric reaffirms its leadership position at forefront of global sustainability efforts by committing to The Climate Group&rsquo;s EP100 and RE100 initiatives London, UK &ndash; 11th December 2017 &ndash; Schneider Electric, the leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, has committed to sourcing 100 per cent renewable electricity and is throwing light on the doubling of its energy productivity. The company strongly believes it cannot go renewable without en]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-commits-to-100-renewable-electricity-by-2030-and-reporting-on-its-energy-productivity-journey/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Dec 2017 12:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-commits-to-100-renewable-electricity-by-2030-and-reporting-on-its-energy-productivity-journey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF widens scope of application for its rotor positioning bearings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 11 December 2017: The belt-driven starter/generator (BSG) is the preferred architecture for mild hybrid electric vehicle power train designs. It provides a low cost solution to reduce fuel consumptions and CO2 emissions. The unit enables fast stop/start, regenerative braking and boosting functions.The BSG electronic control unit (ECU) requires instantaneous detection of rotor position and/or speed in order to work efficiently. The most reliable and economical way to achieve t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-widens-scope-of-application-for-its-rotor-positioning-bearings/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Dec 2017 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-widens-scope-of-application-for-its-rotor-positioning-bearings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Renewable energy directive vote: No binding targets, but a strong framework for citizen energy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recently, the Industry, Transport and Energy committee of the European Parliament voted a draft report on the proposed directive for the promotion of renewable energy. Although strong cases had been made for the support of nationally-binding targets, the final vote only endorsed an EU level target, of 35% (instead of 27% as originally proposed by the Commission). On a brighter side, the proposals for community energy were well reinforced in the report.<br />
An EU-wide 35% target with increased (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/renewable-energy-directive-vote-no-binding-targets-but-a-strong-framework-for-citizen-energy/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Dec 2017 17:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/renewable-energy-directive-vote-no-binding-targets-but-a-strong-framework-for-citizen-energy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Members of EU Parliament vote for cities to have voice in national energy planning]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday, Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) from the energy and environment committees approved a report on the proposed governance of the Energy Union, including a provision that would require Member States to directly involve cities in national energy planning.<br />
For the record, the proposed regulation on the governance of the Energy Union, which the European Commission published in November of last year, was essentially meant to ensure the EU as a whole is on track to achieve its (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/members-of-eu-parliament-vote-for-cities-to-have-voice-in-national-energy-planning/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Dec 2017 10:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/members-of-eu-parliament-vote-for-cities-to-have-voice-in-national-energy-planning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Encounter with our georgian member, Rustavi]]></title><description><![CDATA[On 28 and 29 November 2017, in Tbilisi (Georgia), some 20 selected journalists from Armenia, Belarus, Georgia and Moldova participated in a workshop organised by the Covenant of Mayors East Office in order for them to get more familiar with the objectives and processes of the world's biggest urban climate and energy initiative.After the indoor presentations of the first day, the delegation visited the city of Rustavi &ndash; the first Georgian Energy Cities member &ndash; in order to see some co]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/encounter-with-our-georgian-member-rustavi/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Dec 2017 15:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/encounter-with-our-georgian-member-rustavi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF combines modern web technologies and a global service capability to improve rotating equipment performance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 7th December 2017: SKF is expanding and simplifying its software as a service offering to help its customers and SKF service partners by focusing on increasing performance and productivity, while reducing the time spent working to identify complex equipment faults.Through the new Enlight Centre software platform, SKF will be able to detect equipment faults and provide actionable information to the customer&rsquo;s maintenance team or directly to SKF&rsquo;s service network to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-combines-modern-web-technologies-and-a-global-service-capability-to-improve-rotating-equipment-performance/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Dec 2017 15:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-combines-modern-web-technologies-and-a-global-service-capability-to-improve-rotating-equipment-performance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power completes ROC project no 8 for Airvolution Energy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy and infrastructure consultancy, Natural Power, has completed due diligence on behalf of Airvolution Energy (&lsquo;Airvolution&rsquo;) for its commissioning of Kinegar Wind Farm in the Scottish Borders, making it the eighth renewable obligation certificate (ROC) and Feed in Tariff (FiT) due diligence project delivered for Airvolution. Gregory Dudziak, Due Diligence Lead at Natural Power, said: &ldquo;We have worked for Airvolution for the past three years, and were delig]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-completes-roc-project-no-8-for-airvolution-energy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Dec 2017 13:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-completes-roc-project-no-8-for-airvolution-energy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thrive Homes’ App Delivers 1st Touch Self-Service To Transform Customer Engagement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hertfordshire-based housing association Thrive Homes has launched an innovative app that provides a new way for customers to interact with the organisation via Apple Store or Google Play. The myThrive self-service app uses 1st Touch digital software from Aareon UK (www.aareon.co.uk) to offer a range of online customer self-service requests 24/7 via smartphones and tablets. The app is an important part of Thrive&rsquo;s digital approach to customer engagement. The myThrive app enables customers t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/thrive-homes-app-delivers-1st-touch-self-service-to-transform-customer-engagement/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Dec 2017 13:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/thrive-homes-app-delivers-1st-touch-self-service-to-transform-customer-engagement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Off Grid Energy to showcase latest technology for behind the meter storage sector at the 2017 Low Carbon Networks &amp; Innovation Conference]]></title><description><![CDATA[London. 05 December 2017: Off Grid Energy, expert in the manufacture of rugged energy storage systems suitable for use across a range of applications from hybrid temporary power, EV charging, grid support services and decentralised mini grids, is showcasing its latest range of Universal Battery Energy Storage Systems (U-BESS) at the 2017 Low Carbon Networks &amp; Innovation Conference (LCNI).The Ingenium range of U-BESS includes self contained storage and power conversion systems, offering stora]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/off-grid-energy-to-showcase-latest-technology-for-behind-the-meter-storage-sector-at-the-2017-low-carbon-networks-amp-innovation-conference/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Dec 2017 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/off-grid-energy-to-showcase-latest-technology-for-behind-the-meter-storage-sector-at-the-2017-low-carbon-networks-amp-innovation-conference/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A new ecological and friendly park in Hadera, Israel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Whether you wish to do some sport, discuss with friends, have fun with your children or simply do ... nothing! - the Eco Park is the new place to be in Hadera!<br />
Built at the heart of a recent and developing neighbourhood, Hadera's Eco Park is a unique ecological park covering 86,111 yards.<br />
Why "Eco Park" ?<br />
The park was built with a special focus on sustainability and energy efficiency, while reflecting the historical nature of Hadera.<br />
The Eco-Park enjoys a "micro-climate" influencing the (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-new-ecological-and-friendly-park-in-hadera-israel/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Dec 2017 14:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-new-ecological-and-friendly-park-in-hadera-israel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Opus Materials Technologies secures Innovate UK funding to research low-surface energy coating technology for solar PV systems]]></title><description><![CDATA[Durable self-clean coating technology project set to address water wastage and world energy trilemma challengesCambridge, UK 29th November Opus Materials Technologies Ltd, industrial coating specialists, has secured close to &pound;1million in funding from Innovate UK (under the Energy Catalyst 4 competition project) to validate &amp; test the industrial rollout of a durable, self-clean coating, developed to optimise energy production of solar PV panels.Opus, together with consortium partner Abo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/opus-materials-technologies-secures-innovate-uk-funding-to-research-low-surface-energy-coating-technology-for-solar-pv-systems/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2017 15:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/opus-materials-technologies-secures-innovate-uk-funding-to-research-low-surface-energy-coating-technology-for-solar-pv-systems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AOT Energy Deploys AspectCTRM In First Phase Of Planned Global Roll-Out]]></title><description><![CDATA[November 29, 2017, London - Aspect Enterprise Solutions, the leading provider of energy trade and risk management cloud software, announced today, that AOT Energy has successfully deployed AspectCTRM within its Belgium operations. It&rsquo;s the first installation of a planned global roll-out to cover AOT Energy&rsquo;s crude oil, gasoline and products business units.AspectCTRM is expected to become the central source of record for trade and risk management reporting across multiple trading offi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aot-energy-deploys-aspectctrm-in-first-phase-of-planned-global-roll-out/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2017 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aot-energy-deploys-aspectctrm-in-first-phase-of-planned-global-roll-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power appoints Head of Offshore]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nancy McLean has been appointed to the role of Head of Offshore to lead Natural Power&rsquo;s offshore business and explore new opportunities both within the UK and internationally. Nancy previously held the role of Principal Environmental Consultant in Natural Power&rsquo;s Planning and Environment department and in her new position she will report direct to Pieter D&rsquo;haen, Commercial Director. Nancy joined Natural Power in 2003 and has been specialising in offshore renewables for the last]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-appoints-head-of-offshore/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Nov 2017 18:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-appoints-head-of-offshore/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bright Future: Zumtobel Group Services research study reveals over £6 billion in energy savings through digital transformation of in-store lighting systems]]></title><description><![CDATA[(Chalfont St Peter, 27th November 2017) A new research report &ndash; &lsquo;Bright Future&rsquo; &ndash; from lighting solutions expert Zumtobel Group Services (ZGS), has identified &pound;billions of savings that UK Retail could be making from digital transformation of their lighting systems through to 2025.Retailers are looking to digitally transform their in-store lighting systems, first and foremost in order to save energy and reduce maintenance costs. However, digital transformation of the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/bright-future-zumtobel-group-services-research-study-reveals-over-6-billion-in-energy-savings-through-digital-transformation-of-in-store-lighting-systems/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Nov 2017 17:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/bright-future-zumtobel-group-services-research-study-reveals-over-6-billion-in-energy-savings-through-digital-transformation-of-in-store-lighting-systems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bright Future: Zumtobel Global Services research study reveals over £6 billion in energy savings through digital transformation of in-store lighting systems]]></title><description><![CDATA[(Chalfont St Peter, 27th November 2017) A new research report &ndash; &lsquo;Bright Future&rsquo; &ndash; from lighting solutions expert Zumtobel Group Services (ZGS), has identified &pound;billions of savings that UK Retail could be making from digital transformation of their lighting systems through to 2025.Retailers are looking to digitally transform their in-store lighting systems, first and foremost in order to save energy and reduce maintenance costs. However, digital transformation of the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/bright-future-zumtobel-global-services-research-study-reveals-over-6-billion-in-energy-savings-through-digital-transformation-of-in-store-lighting-systems/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Nov 2017 17:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/bright-future-zumtobel-global-services-research-study-reveals-over-6-billion-in-energy-savings-through-digital-transformation-of-in-store-lighting-systems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Group at Wind Europe Annual Event 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Group is ready to launch a new monitoring and maintenance service for a complete and effective management of subsea cable faultsTurn-key cable solutions, project engineering, state-of-the-art cable technologies and asset management services on displayMilan, 27 November 2017 &ndash; Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, will exhibit its extended portfolio of products and services at the Wind Europe Annual Event 2017 in Amsterdam from 28th to 30th Novem]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-at-wind-europe-annual-event-2017/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Nov 2017 13:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-at-wind-europe-annual-event-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF appoints Acorn Industrial Services as preferred partner for linear products]]></title><description><![CDATA[For more than ten years, Rotherham-based Acorn Industrial Services has worked closely with SKF as one of its SKF Authorized Distributors. Now, Acorn will act as SKF's preferred partner for linear and actuation technology, handling a broad portfolio of SKF products that includes linear guides and tables, ball and roller screws, and electric actuation systems.Acorn has assembled a specialist linear motion team that will be dedicated to SKF's linear and actuation technology portfolio, maintaining a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-appoints-acorn-industrial-services-as-preferred-partner-for-linear-products/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Nov 2017 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-appoints-acorn-industrial-services-as-preferred-partner-for-linear-products/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF high performance actuators described in new 260-page catalogue]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF has broad experience and knowledge of actuation system technologies and their applications in the industrial, healthcare, mining, oil &amp; gas, food &amp; beverage and agricultural sectors. This new publication places considerable emphasis on the energy savings potential of high performance electromechanical actuation systems, from low-, medium- and heavy-duty linear actuators, to telescopic pillars and their associated control units, providing precision positioning and long service life.SK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-high-performance-actuators-described-in-new-260-page-catalogue/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Nov 2017 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-high-performance-actuators-described-in-new-260-page-catalogue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[COP23: Cities keen on shoulder-to-shoulder climate action]]></title><description><![CDATA[Where has EU leadership in energy and climate issues gone? Mrs Merkel has been having a hard time defending her "climate chancellor" label, while we are still wondering about Mr Macron as he wishes to verify Europe's political will at his new summit on climate mobilisation on December 12th. The big emittors - amongst which is the European Union - know about their GHG balance, but they still critically lack ambitious policies for reaching the 2-degree limit agreed in Paris.<br />
Increasing (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cop23-cities-keen-on-shoulder-to-shoulder-climate-action/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Nov 2017 16:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cop23-cities-keen-on-shoulder-to-shoulder-climate-action/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schneider Electric Announces EcoXpert™ Master Level Partners in Critical Power]]></title><description><![CDATA[Partners demonstrate leadership in implementing innovative power management solutionsLONDON, U.K. &ndash; 22nd November 2017 &ndash; Schneider Electric, the global specialist in energy management and automation, today announced the latest group of EcoXpert&trade; partners to achieve Master Level status in Critical Power. These companies represent the most innovative Schneider Electric partners who leverage the latest in IoT-enabled technology to deliver improved power availability, safety and op]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-announces-ecoxpert-master-level-partners-in-critical-power/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Nov 2017 12:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-announces-ecoxpert-master-level-partners-in-critical-power/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Off Grid Energy and Vinci Facilities unveil world's first battery-powered seminar theatre at EMEX 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[London, UK. 22 November 2017: The first battery-powered seminar theatre has been unveiled today by Off Grid Energy and Vinci Facilities in London at EMEX 2017, one of the world&rsquo;s leading energy management exhibitions. Off Grid Energy, the leading supplier of energy storage solutions for temporary power and behind the meter grid support, has come together with Vinci Facilities to power EMEX&rsquo;s Theatre One at the London ExCeL with battery technology for the entire conference,...Source:]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/off-grid-energy-and-vinci-facilities-unveil-worlds-first-battery-powered-seminar-theatre-at-emex-2017/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Nov 2017 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/off-grid-energy-and-vinci-facilities-unveil-worlds-first-battery-powered-seminar-theatre-at-emex-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian to power the Louvre Abu Dhabi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new Museum cabled with 500 KM of fire resistant cables Milan, 20 November, 2017 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cables and systems industry, supplied over 500 km of FP Fire Resistant cables for the Louvre Abu Dhabi, which opened its doors to the public on last November 11th.The company supplied its enhanced fire resistant cables, a mixture of both FPPLUS and FPPLUS FLEX cables, which offer extended fire survival...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-to-power-the-louvre-abu-dhabi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Nov 2017 11:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-to-power-the-louvre-abu-dhabi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Latest SKF online catalogue makes bearings selection easier]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest edition of SKF's popular Rolling Bearings Catalogue is now available online. The authors have aimed to make this new publication an essential engineering reference for users of rolling bearings, covering their appropriate selection, configurations and applications, and providing detailed guidance on correct installation procedures to ensure long and trouble-free service life.The Engineering Section has been completely rewritten and now includes a step-by-step bearing selection guide -]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/latest-skf-online-catalogue-makes-bearings-selection-easier/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Nov 2017 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/latest-skf-online-catalogue-makes-bearings-selection-easier/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BP Partners with AspenTech to Improve Operations through Technology]]></title><description><![CDATA[Broad adoption of AspenTech Asset Optimization solutions supports BP in ensuring safe, reliable, operationally efficient and sustainable operationsBEDFORD, Mass. &ndash; November 15, 2017 &ndash; Aspen Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: AZPN), the asset optimization software company, today announced that BP, one of the world&rsquo;s leading integrated oil and gas companies, has renewed its license agreement for aspenONE&reg; Engineering, a market leading suite of products focused on process engineering a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/bp-partners-with-aspentech-to-improve-operations-through-technology/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2017 15:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/bp-partners-with-aspentech-to-improve-operations-through-technology/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampere (Finland) : low energy and carbon solutions in housing cooperatives]]></title><description><![CDATA[Low Carbon Housing Tampere Plus (TARMO+) is a three-year ERDF funded project run by the energy agency of Tampere for the promotion of low-energy and carbon solutions in residential housing. It mainly focuses on strengthening cooperation between all stakeholders on the territory.<br />
In line with the city strategy 2025 and based on a true multi-stakeholder approach, TARMO+ has so far facilitated cooperation activities between 250 housing cooperatives and 50 local energy services companies who (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/tampere-finland-low-energy-and-carbon-solutions-in-housing-cooperatives/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2017 13:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/tampere-finland-low-energy-and-carbon-solutions-in-housing-cooperatives/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power advises on Europe's largest single-site onshore wind farm &ndash; Markbygden, Sweden]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy and infrastructure consultancy, Natural Power, has completed due diligence on behalf of GE Energy Financial Services (GE EFS) and Green Investment Group Limited (Green Investment Group), part of Macquarie Group (Macquarie) for the acquisition of the 650-MW Markbygden ETT onshore wind farm in Northern Sweden, which reached financial close on 7th November 2017. Neil Marshall, Due Diligence Project Manager at Natural Power, said: &ldquo;It has been a privilege to have playe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-on-europes-largest-single-site-onshore-wind-farm-ndash-markbygden-sweden/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2017 12:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-on-europes-largest-single-site-onshore-wind-farm-ndash-markbygden-sweden/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Greater Geneva : a cooperative cross-border area]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Swiss partners from the Cantons of Vaud and Geneva and their French counterparts have devised a shared vision of their territory's development combining mobility, urban development and environmental measures, spurred on by the &ldquo;Conurbation Project&rdquo; approach promoted by the Swiss Confederation since 2007 and eligible to co-funding.Energy Cities met Pierre Jean Crastes, co-President of Greater Geneva's Cross-border Energy Community and Vice-President for the energy transition at th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/greater-geneva-a-cooperative-cross-border-area/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2017 16:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/greater-geneva-a-cooperative-cross-border-area/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian at ADIPEC 2017 from 13 to 16 November in Abu Dhabi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cable solutions designed to meet the Oil &amp; Gas industry toughest challengesPrysmian re-confirms its leading role in the cable industry with high-tech solutions for the Oil &amp; Gas sectorMilan, 13th November 2017 - Visit Prysmian Group at ADIPEC 2017 at Stand 2210, Hall 2 from 13 to 16 November at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, to learn about our cable solutions for applications in subsea and on-shore Exploration &amp; Production, Pipelines &amp; LNG, Refineries...Source: RealWir]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-at-adipec-2017-from-13-to-16-november-in-abu-dhabi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2017 10:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-at-adipec-2017-from-13-to-16-november-in-abu-dhabi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[M&amp;I Materials Expands into Africa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester, UK &ndash; Nov 13, 2017 - M&amp;I Materials has expanded its global reach by opening an office in South Africa and securing a manufacturing agreement with ISEGEN to meet increased African demand for its MIDEL product range.Giles Salt, CEO of M&amp;I Materials commented, &ldquo;This investment demonstrates our commitment to this exciting region. From this new base, we are able to provide product and support across sub-Saharan Africa, complementing our geographic coverage across Europe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/mampi-materials-expands-into-africa/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2017 10:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/mampi-materials-expands-into-africa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[progRESsHEAT Final dissemination webinars: How to accelerate the deployment of renewables in heating &amp; cooling systems?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the past 2,5 years, the progRESsHEAT project has been seeking to assist local, regional, national and EU political leaders in developing policy and strategies to ensure a quick and efficient deployment of renewables in heating and cooling networks.<br />
The project is now coming to an end, and the team wishes to share and discuss the results through a series of 4 webinars, each focusing on some specific aspects of heating and cooling analysis and planning at local and national level.<br />
The (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/progressheat-final-dissemination-webinars-how-to-accelerate-the-deployment-of-renewables-in-heating-amp-cooling-systems/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Nov 2017 10:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/progressheat-final-dissemination-webinars-how-to-accelerate-the-deployment-of-renewables-in-heating-amp-cooling-systems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Save the date for the 2018 EU Covenant of Mayors Ceremony and Investment Forum!]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the Covenant of Mayors will celebrate its 10th anniversary next year, and with the 2020 milestone coming closer, you are invited to the Covenant Ceremony and Investment Forum to be held on 21 and 22 February 2018 in Brussels.<br />
The EU is modernizing its energy, climate and transport legislation to better serve its citizens and deliver on its commitment under the Paris Climate Agreement. This will require active local participation to succeed while offering cities and communities new tools (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/save-the-date-for-the-2018-eu-covenant-of-mayors-ceremony-and-investment-forum/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Nov 2017 16:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/save-the-date-for-the-2018-eu-covenant-of-mayors-ceremony-and-investment-forum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Opus Materials Technologies and TWI collaborate to develop anti-soiling coatings for solar panels]]></title><description><![CDATA[Materials-by-design approach to nanotechnology coatings optimise energy generation and prevent surface contaminationCambridge, UK 7th November 2017 Opus Materials Technologies Ltd, industrial coating specialists, together with TWI Ltd, global leaders in nanotechnology engineering and research, are in the advanced stages of developing a ground-breaking anti-soiling, self-cleaning &amp; durable industrial coating for application onto solar panels.Branded as Solar Sharc&reg;, this innovative new co]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/opus-materials-technologies-and-twi-collaborate-to-develop-anti-soiling-coatings-for-solar-panels/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2017 12:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/opus-materials-technologies-and-twi-collaborate-to-develop-anti-soiling-coatings-for-solar-panels/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF to showcase latest two wheeler sealing solutions at EICMA 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[Milan, Italy, 7 November 2017: At EICMA 2017, SKF will unveil its latest sealing solution innovations to boost performance for two wheeler (TW) suspension systems and improve overall control and comfort for riders.The company will share a stand at EICMA with its official aftermarket distribution partner InnTeck, an international distributor of high tech components and racing accessories for motorcycles and bikes.In addition to its already existing and well-established TW seals range, SKF will th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-showcase-latest-two-wheeler-sealing-solutions-at-eicma-2017/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2017 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-showcase-latest-two-wheeler-sealing-solutions-at-eicma-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LexisNexis launches dedicated energy sector platform]]></title><description><![CDATA[LexisPSL Energy module to support lawyers advising in the energy sector London, 7th November 2017 - LexisNexis UK (www.lexisnexis.co.uk), a leading provider of content and technology solutions, has launched LexisPSL Energy, the UK legal market's first online module dedicated to lawyers advising in the context of the energy sector.The groundbreaking Energy module is part of LexisPSL's wider strategy to provide lawyers with guidance arranged by sector as well as by practice area. LexisPSL Energy h]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/lexisnexis-launches-dedicated-energy-sector-platform/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2017 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/lexisnexis-launches-dedicated-energy-sector-platform/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smarter Together - political commitment in the energy transition process in Santiago]]></title><description><![CDATA[On the 25th and 26th October, Energy Cities co-organized a thematic workshop with Santiago de Compostela Municipality. This event took place in this Galician town within the frame of Smarter Together project.<br />
This workshop brought all participating cities in the project to the capital of Galicia. In these intensive two days, Santiago showed all the impressive political commitment and engagement in the transition process, and having a smart city vision based on governance.The Mayor, (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/smarter-together-political-commitment-in-the-energy-transition-process-in-santiago/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Nov 2017 11:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/smarter-together-political-commitment-in-the-energy-transition-process-in-santiago/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian to launch its first Industry 4.0 pilot project with Dassault Systèmes]]></title><description><![CDATA[French optical cable plant in Calais first involved in the new Fast Track project&ldquo;Factory 4.0 is a transformational opportunity, allowing us to streamline the way we work and support a sustainable use of resources,&rdquo; stated CCO A. PirondiniMilan, 03 November 2017 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, announced the launch of its first Factory 4.0 pilot project in its optical cable plant in Calais, France. The project, named...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-to-launch-its-first-industry-40-pilot-project-with-dassault-systmes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Nov 2017 11:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-to-launch-its-first-industry-40-pilot-project-with-dassault-systmes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF promotes marine sector capabilities at Marintec ‘17]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 3 November 2017: SKF is a key technology supplier to the marine trades and maritime industries, offering a broad portfolio of products and services from waste oil handling and environmental compliance technologies, to onboard safety and maintenance planning.The company's showing at this year's Marintec China 2017 (Shanghai New International Expo Centre, China, December 5-8) will demonstrate how SKF's products are meeting the challenges of this global market, saving costs and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-promotes-marine-sector-capabilities-at-marintec-17/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Nov 2017 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-promotes-marine-sector-capabilities-at-marintec-17/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF nine-month report 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 31 October2017Alrik Danielson,President and CEO:&ldquo;The third quarter was characterizedby continued organic growth and operating marginimprovement.Net sales, at SEK 18.6 billion,increased organically by 8%. The industrial business grew by 9.5%,with strong growth in all regions. The automotive business grew by4.9%.Net debt decreased by SEK 1.3billion, taking us below our net debt/equity target of80%.Our adjusted operating profit wasSEK 2.2 billion, up 400 million from last year, gi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-nine-month-report-2017/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Oct 2017 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-nine-month-report-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We are looking for a communications student - Join us !]]></title><description><![CDATA[Do you want to support our communications around city actions in the energy transition, especially through our digital channels?Apply now and join us for 3-6 months<br />
We are looking for a communications student who loves to create engaging communications and who is at ease with writing journalistic style texts in English (French is a bonus). We're sure you will enrich the communications team's work with your creative ideas and your storyteller talent.<br />
In addition to (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/we-are-looking-for-a-communications-student-join-us-/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Oct 2017 15:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/we-are-looking-for-a-communications-student-join-us-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF presents combined PEER / SKF offering at AGRITECHNICA 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 27 October, 2017For the first time, SKF will be presenting its combined PEER and SKF branded solutions for the agriculture industry at AGRITECHNICA 2017.Since being acquired by SKF in 2008, PEER bearings, including agricultural bearings, insert and ball bearings, deep groove ball bearings and tapered roller bearings have been marketed separately from SKF&rsquo;s existing product lines.&nbsp;Stefano Urso, Product Line and Segment Manager, SKF, says: &ldquo;With a full assortment stand]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-presents-combined-peer-skf-offering-at-agritechnica-2017/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-presents-combined-peer-skf-offering-at-agritechnica-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smart Cities: Are they smart enough?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Where do Energy Cities members stand? Two French members have shared with us their definition of a &ldquo;smart city&rdquo; with, hovering in the background, a few question marks. Smart cities, an opportunity for sustainable development!By Laurent Tonnerre, Deputy Mayor of the City of LorientNew digital tools and uses offer a wealth of opportunities, provided, of course, they are not imposed on cities and are implemented with their active participation. The City of Lorient has conducted foresigh]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/smart-cities-are-they-smart-enough/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Oct 2017 12:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/smart-cities-are-they-smart-enough/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF makes debut appearance at Mets Trade 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 25 October 2017: Making its debut at this major international superyacht event, SKF will be showing a functional model of its retractable fin stabiliser type Z, including a new Dynamic Stabiliser Cover, which significantly reduces drag at the fin-box opening.SKF&rsquo;s retractable fin stabiliser type Z has been specially designed and developed for yachts and exploration vessels with demanding specifications for stabilisation, both at zero speed and when underway.In addition]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-makes-debut-appearance-at-mets-trade-2017/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Oct 2017 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-makes-debut-appearance-at-mets-trade-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF consolidates industrial seals manufacturing footprint in North America]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 24 October 2017: SKF intends toconsolidate its North American industrial seals manufacturingfootprint. As part of the process, SKF intends to close itsmanufacturing site in Seneca, Kansas. Production will betransferred to other sites in North America, the development andmanufacturing facility in Salt Lake City, where investments arebeing made in increasing technical capabilities and capacity.The consolidation process supports SKF&rsquo;s long-termambition of integrating regional manu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-consolidates-industrial-seals-manufacturing-footprint-in-north-america/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Oct 2017 16:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-consolidates-industrial-seals-manufacturing-footprint-in-north-america/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF equips Jeep Compass with wheel hub bearings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 23 October 2017: The sophisticated Jeep Compass, the new compact sport utility vehicle from FCA, is equipped with SKF&rsquo;s third-generation, premium quality, front- and rear-wheel hub-bearing units (HBU3).HBU3 is a lightweight wheel bearing system combining high levels of performance with reduced friction. Innovative features, such as a double-row angular contact ball bearing, optimised contact angles and post-assembly machined rotating flanges, have helped reduced vibrati]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-equips-jeep-compass-with-wheel-hub-bearings/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Oct 2017 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-equips-jeep-compass-with-wheel-hub-bearings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Technology Jiangsu Co. Ltd.’s Operations Start In China]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new Chinese factory is ready to offer a full range of HV cable technologies, also leveraging on the global expertise of the worldwide leader Prysmian GroupWith several years of history in the Chinese market and serving customers as China State Grid, Prysmian Technology Jiangsu can meet all clients&rsquo; demands in APAC Region Milan, 18 October 2017 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, announces that its Chinese factory...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-technology-jiangsu-co-ltds-operations-start-in-china/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Oct 2017 12:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-technology-jiangsu-co-ltds-operations-start-in-china/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF launches new certified tuning service for magnetic bearings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 18 October 2017: SKF has launched a new service called 'certified tuning E300V2'. Leveraging the capabilities of the E300V2 control cabinet for SKF S2M magnetic bearings, the development is a spin-off from a previous subsea electronic system developed for the Norwegian &Aring;sgard project and offers the ability to monitor and control magnetic bearings from a remote location.&ldquo;The new service allows machine tuning to be conducted by an OEM from their own site, with their]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-new-certified-tuning-service-for-magnetic-bearings/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Oct 2017 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-new-certified-tuning-service-for-magnetic-bearings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF’s third quarter results to be published on 31 October 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 17 October 2017: The SKF Group willpublish its results for the third quarter on 31 October 2017 andwelcomes investors, analysts and members of the media to take partin a conference call, which will be held in English, at 14:00Central European Time.To join the conference call, please dial-in using thefollowing details at least 10 minutes before the start of thecall:SE: +46 (0)8 5065 3936<br />
UK: +44 (0)20 3427 1904<br />
US: +1 212 444 0896Please inform the operator that you wish to take partin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skfs-third-quarter-results-to-be-published-on-31-october-2017/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Oct 2017 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skfs-third-quarter-results-to-be-published-on-31-october-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Climate and Energy: Shift in national policies well underway]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;The grownups have finally won&rdquo; analyses The Guardian at the announcement of the UK's new climate strategy. Called the &lsquo;clean growth strategy' and published on October 12th, it echoes the choices made two days before by the new Dutch government to in essence revolutionize the Dutch energy system.<br />
Time to be bold, time to clearly set the direction, and there is no ambiguity in the message passed: it is the end of fossil fuels. The centre right coalition which will now govern the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/climate-and-energy-shift-in-national-policies-well-underway/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Oct 2017 16:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/climate-and-energy-shift-in-national-policies-well-underway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sirius Shipping invests in onboard online monitoring]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 13 October 2017: With ten vessels in its fleet, Sirius Shipping transports liquid media such as oil and chemicals to ports in Northern Europe. Its destinations are mainly in Denmark, Norway, Finland and Sweden. Delivering shipments on time, safely and, not least, in an environmentally sustainable manner are important factors that customers demand. An unscheduled stoppage in the engine room causes costly delays. That is why well-implemented maintenance is so important to ensur]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/sirius-shipping-invests-in-onboard-online-monitoring/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Oct 2017 01:58:41 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/sirius-shipping-invests-in-onboard-online-monitoring/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF and Scotrenewables partner to advance floating tidal power]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF Ocean Energy has worked with Scotrenewables&rsquo; engineering team to supply a number of key components and holistic systems for the latter&rsquo;s groundbreaking SR2000 tidal stream turbine, as well as providing a range of related engineering services. SKF has also made a commitment to support Scotrenewables through to full commercialisation of its innovative tidal power technology.Scotrenewables was founded in 2002 to develop cost effective tidal and river hydrokinetic turbines. In just n]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-and-scotrenewables-partner-to-advance-floating-tidal-power/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Oct 2017 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-and-scotrenewables-partner-to-advance-floating-tidal-power/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ENGIE IT, a division of the global green energy leader, chooses Clarizen to boost efficiency and reduce time spent on manual tasks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Utility firm looks to work management solution to improve business agility and cut costsLondon, 12 October 2017 &ndash; Clarizen, the global leader in collaborative work management software, today announced that ENGIE IT, the IT service centre of the ENGIE group, the world&rsquo;s leading supplier of energy-efficient services, has chosen its cloud-based platform to help the utility company&rsquo;s IT teams reduce time wasted on manual tasks, drive efficiency and improve flexibility &ndash; all w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/engie-it-a-division-of-the-global-green-energy-leader-chooses-clarizen-to-boost-efficiency-and-reduce-time-spent-on-manual-tasks/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Oct 2017 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/engie-it-a-division-of-the-global-green-energy-leader-chooses-clarizen-to-boost-efficiency-and-reduce-time-spent-on-manual-tasks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HUBER+SUHNER to highlight latest developments in RF energy technology at SmarterWorld RF Energy Summit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Erding, Germany. 11 October 2017 &ndash; HUBER+SUHNER, leading international manufacturer of components and systems for optical and electrical connectivity, is set to highlight the latest developments in RF energy technology at the SmarterWorld RF Energy Summit, taking place October 17 in Erding, Germany.At the Summit, attendees will learn about the latest developments of solid state RF energy technology, which promises to change the landscape of many commercial applications such as microwave ov]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hubersuhner-to-highlight-latest-developments-in-rf-energy-technology-at-smarterworld-rf-energy-summit/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Oct 2017 11:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hubersuhner-to-highlight-latest-developments-in-rf-energy-technology-at-smarterworld-rf-energy-summit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF to reveal wind power solutions and services portfolio at WindEurope 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 10 October 2017: Among the key products on show this year will be SKF&rsquo;s Multilog Condition Monitoring System IMx8, an innovative eight-channel version of the highly popular Multilog IMx machine health monitoring system platform and SKF&rsquo;s most compact, easy-to-use machine health monitoring tool to date. The IMx-8 is Internet-enabled, providing remotely accessible machine health data in real time for expert analysis.SKF will also be showing SKF Enlight Data Collect,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-reveal-wind-power-solutions-and-services-portfolio-at-windeurope-2017/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Oct 2017 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-reveal-wind-power-solutions-and-services-portfolio-at-windeurope-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF launches modular electromechanical actuator]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 10 October 2017: SKF has launched the versatile CASM 100 electromechanical actuator with a variety of different modules, making it exceptionally adaptable to satisfy a range of applications in a variety of sectors.This problem-solving technology can, for example, be used in the automation sector on applications including servo presses, test benches, plastic injection moulding, dosing machinery and conveyors. In the metals sector, it can be used for continuous casting, steel b]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-modular-electromechanical-actuator/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Oct 2017 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-modular-electromechanical-actuator/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF delivers its largest sealed spherical roller bearing to Peruvian customer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 4 October 2017: Destined for a Polysius Polycom 8 roller press at a large copper mine in Peru, the three-tonne 241/900 sealed SRB is dimensionally equivalent to a standard SKF non-sealed version, with inner diameter (bore) of 900mm, outer diameter of 1,420mm and width of 515mm. The seal itself consists of a rubber over-moulded steel plate with the same profile and offering the same characteristics as those currently used with existing SKF sealed SRBs.The customer&rsquo;s seal]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-delivers-its-largest-sealed-spherical-roller-bearing-to-peruvian-customer/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Oct 2017 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-delivers-its-largest-sealed-spherical-roller-bearing-to-peruvian-customer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF launches single-shaft/multiple bearing system analysis software]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, October 4, 2017: SKF is adding an easier and faster bearing evaluation tool to its shaft analysis software portfolio. SKF SimPro Quick bridges the gap between SKF&rsquo;s basic online software tools and its recently released flagship multi-shaft analysis application, SKF SimPro Expert, while maintaining compatibility with SKF&rsquo;s in-house engineering software.With this comprehensive choice of system modelling and engineering analysis software, SKF is now able to provide i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-single-shaftmultiple-bearing-system-analysis-software/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Oct 2017 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-single-shaftmultiple-bearing-system-analysis-software/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to finance your SECAP : Join the PROSPECT EU-wide peer-to-peer learning programme]]></title><description><![CDATA[Securing financing for sustainable energy projects remains a great challenge for most EU local authorities. Energy Cities is a partner of the new European H2020 PROSPECT project that aims at boosting cities and regions' skills and expertise through the development and implementation of an ambitious European-wide peer-to-peer learning programme. Financing sustainable energy and climate projects : a challenge for cities and regions<br />
A growing number of European cities and regions have engaged (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/how-to-finance-your-secap-join-the-prospect-eu-wide-peer-to-peer-learning-programme/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Oct 2017 11:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/how-to-finance-your-secap-join-the-prospect-eu-wide-peer-to-peer-learning-programme/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF creating new European aeronautical test centre]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 04 October 2017: The new European High-Speed Aeronautical Bearings Test Centre, located at the SKF Aeroengine site in Valenciennes, France, will enable full-scale, high-speed bearing testing under representative operating and environmental conditions.Due to their critical role in aircraft and helicopter engines and transmissions, development cycle times for engine shaft bearings, accessory drives and transmission gearboxes remain significant.The test centre will be developed]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-creating-new-european-aeronautical-test-centre/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Oct 2017 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-creating-new-european-aeronautical-test-centre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power names HSEQ lead]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy and infrastructure consultancy, Natural Power has appointed David Armour as its Head of HSEQ. This wide ranging role includes leading the health, safety, environmental and quality team that provides support and advice to both the company internally and to its clients internationally. David also has responsibility for developing and implementing the HSEQ strategy across Natural Power, maintaining the ISO 9001, 14001 and OHSAS 18001 accreditations and ensuring the organisa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-names-hseq-lead/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Sep 2017 17:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-names-hseq-lead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PPM Power Signs Agreement with SanRex to Supply Silicon Carbide Power Semiconductor Modules to the UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[September 29 2017 - PPM Power, specialist supplier of power electronics, high voltage and pulse power components has signed an agreement with Japanese manufacturer SanRex to distribute their power semiconductor modules in the UK. As well as the new silicon carbide (SiC)based MOSFETs, SanRex also manufacture schottky diodes and thyristor modules operating up to 2200 Volts and 500Amps. Typically these power modules are used in applications such as welding, induction heating, motor drives, battery]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/ppm-power-signs-agreement-with-sanrex-to-supply-silicon-carbide-power-semiconductor-modules-to-the-uk/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Sep 2017 13:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/ppm-power-signs-agreement-with-sanrex-to-supply-silicon-carbide-power-semiconductor-modules-to-the-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lisbon : City administration and citizens working together to improve life in sensible urban areas]]></title><description><![CDATA[Several years ago, the City of Lisbon launched the BIP/ZIP strategy, aiming to promote social and territorial cohesion, active citizenship, self-organisation and community participation.<br />
The starting point for developing this strategy was the acknowledgement that Lisbon, as most cities and towns in the world, was suffering from fractures due to social, urban or environmental issues. The municipality started with identifying the city's neigbourhoods that were lacking the "minimum level of (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/lisbon-city-administration-and-citizens-working-together-to-improve-life-in-sensible-urban-areas/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Sep 2017 17:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/lisbon-city-administration-and-citizens-working-together-to-improve-life-in-sensible-urban-areas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF to highlight its partnership credentials at Kormarine 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 26 September 2017: Under the banner &lsquo;Simplify with SKF Marine&rsquo;, leading bearing and seal manufacturer SKF will present its comprehensive range of marine products at Kormarine 2017 &ndash; the international marine, shipbuilding, offshore and oil &amp; gas exhibition (Busan, Korea &ndash; October 24-27).The overarching message of the company&rsquo;s stand is that &ndash; SKF Marine is a global marine expert and single source of supply for your entire marine portfoli]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-highlight-its-partnership-credentials-at-kormarine-2017/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Sep 2017 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-highlight-its-partnership-credentials-at-kormarine-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power expands US team]]></title><description><![CDATA[Natural Power&rsquo;s North American team continues to expand with the appointment of Evan Osler to the role of Business Development Manager.He joins from NRG Systems where he was the Senior Technical Lead for remote sensing products. He is a wind energy expert with professional experience in a range of roles including project development consulting, preconstruction and operational wind and energy assessment, and leading-edge equipment sales and marketing. Evan said: &ldquo;Natural Power&rsquo;s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-expands-us-team/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Sep 2017 11:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-expands-us-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF takes to the straight and narrow at EDS '17]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF's presence at this year's Engineering Design Show will give the company's linear motion and actuation technology team the opportunity to showcase three new innovative product ranges from its market-leading portfolio.Renowned for its quality engineering, reliability and cost-effectiveness, SKF linear products are available in a variety of formats, including ball and roller screws, linear actuators, profile rail guides, precision rail guides, linear tables and slides.SKF offers a wide range of]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-takes-to-the-straight-and-narrow-at-eds-17/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Sep 2017 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-takes-to-the-straight-and-narrow-at-eds-17/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New EU decision lifts key barrier to investing in energy efficiency projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[On the 19th of September, the EU statistical service Eurostat published a new guidance note on how to classify Energy Performance Contracts (EPC) in government accounts. This new guidance note, effective immediately, clarifies and makes it easier for public authorities to finance energy efficiency projects of their buildings and infrastructure. The new rules allow for accounting energy efficiency investments off the balance sheets, thereby not contributing to government deficit and debt. (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-eu-decision-lifts-key-barrier-to-investing-in-energy-efficiency-projects/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Sep 2017 16:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-eu-decision-lifts-key-barrier-to-investing-in-energy-efficiency-projects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Severn Trent Water trials Rezatec's innovative geospatial data analytics to monitor asset risk and detect pipeline leakage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harwell, Oxfordshire, 21st September 2017. Severn Trent Water are now trialling Rezatec&rsquo;s unique and pioneering asset risk monitoring and pipeline leakage detection data products with a view to reducing their costs and improving operational efficiency. The satellite-powered geospatial data analytics provide important insights to support asset maintenance and event management and can facilitate intelligent deployment of ground survey teams for targeted investigation and remediation activiti]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/severn-trent-water-trials-rezatecs-innovative-geospatial-data-analytics-to-monitor-asset-risk-and-detect-pipeline-leakage/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Sep 2017 15:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/severn-trent-water-trials-rezatecs-innovative-geospatial-data-analytics-to-monitor-asset-risk-and-detect-pipeline-leakage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Financing the energy renovation of buildings : when budgets are low, creativity rises !]]></title><description><![CDATA[While ensuring proper energy renovation of the EU's building stock is crucial to achieve our energy transition, austerity and cuts in public budgets limit the action of local authorities.So a number of Energy Cities members have been testing 3 innovative financing schemes... and it works ! Soft loans - Residential sector (private residential buildings, social housing)<br />
Home owners can borrow money to carry out energy-efficient renovation work in their homes for a lower interest rate (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/financing-the-energy-renovation-of-buildings-when-budgets-are-low-creativity-rises-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Sep 2017 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/financing-the-energy-renovation-of-buildings-when-budgets-are-low-creativity-rises-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Financing the energy renovation of buildings: when budgets are low, creativity rises!]]></title><description><![CDATA[While ensuring proper energy renovation of the EU's building stock is crucial to achieve our energy transition, austerity and cuts in public budgets limit the action of local authorities.So a number of Energy Cities members have been testing 3 innovative financing schemes... and it works! Soft loans - Residential sector (private residential buildings, social housing)<br />
Home owners can borrow money to carry out energy-efficient renovation work in their homes for a lower interest rate (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/financing-the-energy-renovation-of-buildings-when-budgets-are-low-creativity-rises/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Sep 2017 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/financing-the-energy-renovation-of-buildings-when-budgets-are-low-creativity-rises/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[United in Diversity? What Europe can do with its energy policy]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Claire Roumet and Dirk VansintjanRepublished from Euractiv - 13 sept. 2017 As the energy market is being shaken up by the arrival of new local players, one crucial objective should be to guarantee diversity in the governance representation, write Claire Roumet and Dirk Vansintjan, respectively Directors of Energy Cities and REScoop.eu<br />
Today, President Juncker delivers his yearly State of the Union speech. On the agenda will be yet another tireless attempt of addressing the &ldquo;what (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/united-in-diversity-what-europe-can-do-with-its-energy-policy/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Sep 2017 09:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/united-in-diversity-what-europe-can-do-with-its-energy-policy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF helps keep Erdinger Weißbräu brewery flowing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 20 September 2017: SKF has provided a modern lubrication system to the largest family-owned wheat beer brewery in Germany, to help them improve the flexibility of internal processes and meet growing demand.The 131 year old Erdinger Wei&szlig;br&auml;u brewery is a specialist in top-fermented beer and exports its world-class products to more than 90 countries. To meet increased demand, management decided to modernise the production process.In redesigning the filling plant, Erd]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-helps-keep-erdinger-weibru-brewery-flowing/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Sep 2017 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-helps-keep-erdinger-weibru-brewery-flowing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy transition and democracy in Nantes : an independant citizens' commission hands over its report to the metropolitan council]]></title><description><![CDATA[The results of Nantes' Great Debate on the energy transition, the only one of its kind in France - and possibly in Europe - by its scope and the diversity of the measures taken, have been presented on September 12th, one year after its launch.<br />
Nantes M&eacute;tropole signed the Covenant of Mayors in 2008 with the aim of reducing its GHG emissions by 50% and tripling its local renewable production by 2030. To accelerate its energy transition, the Metropolitan Council made the political choice of]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-transition-and-democracy-in-nantes-an-independant-citizens-commission-hands-over-its-report-to-the-metropolitan-council/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Sep 2017 16:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-transition-and-democracy-in-nantes-an-independant-citizens-commission-hands-over-its-report-to-the-metropolitan-council/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smarter Together: Munich, when e-vehicles clean the streets!]]></title><description><![CDATA[SMARTER TOGETHER is a joint project that aims to improve citizen's quality of life in nowadays transforming cities. Three lighthouse cities will implement the main demonstration activities in specific districts, monitor the results and upscale solutions at local level.<br />
FOCUS ON MUNICH and its e-vehicles!<br />
The City of Munich's Department of Construction has introduced two new electrically powered street cleaning vehicles. The two utility vehicles will be used to empty waste bins in and around (...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/smarter-together-munich-when-e-vehicles-clean-the-streets/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Sep 2017 11:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/smarter-together-munich-when-e-vehicles-clean-the-streets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Industry’s first non-metallic metering device offered for single-line lubrication systems]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 18 September 2017: SKF today announced the introduction of its Series 310, the industry&rsquo;s first non-metallic metering device. Featuring a sleek, contemporary design, it is constructed of high-performance PA66 resin and provides proven SKF reliability for a minimum of 400,000 lubrication cycles.The Series 310 is simple to install utilizing plastic or metallic lines and can be mounted in either an upright or inverted position. The device offers color-coded dosing elements]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/industrys-first-non-metallic-metering-device-offered-for-single-line-lubrication-systems/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Sep 2017 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/industrys-first-non-metallic-metering-device-offered-for-single-line-lubrication-systems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Apply to the European Commission's international city-to-city cooperation programme!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cities in the member states of the European Union who wish to exchange with a city facing similar challenges in another global region are encouraged to apply for the International Urban Cooperation (IUC) city-to-city cooperation programme on sustainable urban development.<br />
The programme aims to foster links between EU cities (in particular those with more than 50,000 inhabitants) and those in Latin America and the Caribbean, India, Japan, North America, and Asia. Through the programme, (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/apply-to-the-european-commissions-international-city-to-city-cooperation-programme/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Sep 2017 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/apply-to-the-european-commissions-international-city-to-city-cooperation-programme/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Electric car sharing scheme is coming to Christchurch]]></title><description><![CDATA[A reduction in emissions, more efficient use of vehicles and publically available car sharing will be delivered as part of a 100% battery electric car sharing service that will be launched in Christchurch (New Zealand) in November.<br />
&ldquo;An electric car sharing scheme is an exciting initiative for our city,&rdquo; says Christchurch Mayor Lianne Dalziel. &ldquo;The fleet will deliver improved environmental and health outcomes and we are proud to be the first city in New Zealand, and one of the f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/electric-car-sharing-scheme-is-coming-to-christchurch/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Sep 2017 12:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/electric-car-sharing-scheme-is-coming-to-christchurch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF makes changes to Group Management]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 8 September 2017:SKF is making the following changes to its GroupManagement, effective immediately.Kent Viitanen is appointed President, BearingOperations. Kent was previously Senior Vice President, GroupPeople, Communication and Quality. Kent joined SKF in 1988 and hasheld a number of business unit and factory management roles, inSweden and abroad. The Group Quality function will also beintegrated into Bearing Operations. Kent is succeeding Luc Graux,who will take up a new role with]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-makes-changes-to-group-management/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Sep 2017 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-makes-changes-to-group-management/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cities need support for clean air measures : Energy Cities President meets German chancellor Merkel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, Energy Cities' President and Mayor of Heidelberg, Dr. Eckart W&uuml;rzner, meets with German chancellor Angela Merkel during the National Municipal Summit. During the event, Germany's Head of State will debate clean air strategies with representatives from local and regional authorities and Federal Ministers.<br />
Ahead of the meeting, W&uuml;rzner recalled cities' priorities for improving local transport through better urban planning and public transport : "It is not enough to talk about emis]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cities-need-support-for-clean-air-measures-energy-cities-president-meets-german-chancellor-merkel/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Sep 2017 09:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cities-need-support-for-clean-air-measures-energy-cities-president-meets-german-chancellor-merkel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power selected for DONG turbine inspections]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following a successful tender process, Natural Power has been selected to deliver turbine blade inspection services on behalf of DONG Energy at wind farms in the UK, Denmark and Germany. Craig Gordon, Global Head of Inspections at Natural Power, said: &ldquo;As an independent provider, we can offer a cost effective and flexible service when it comes to turbine inspections. Selected for our ability to deliver best practice and operational efficiency, we are delighted to be...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-selected-for-dong-turbine-inspections/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Aug 2017 16:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-selected-for-dong-turbine-inspections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF to supply bearings to Morocco’s national railway operator, ONCF]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 28 August 2017The Moroccan rail operator, ONCF has placed an order with SKF for the delivery of 15,000 railway wheelset bearings over a period of three years for both passenger and freight rolling stock. SKF was chosen because it was the only supplier who could meet the client&rsquo;s strict technical specifications while being in a position to deliver ready-certified railway bearings on a lead time of just three months.The units being delivered to ONCF include SKF's spherica]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-supply-bearings-to-moroccos-national-railway-operator-oncf/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Aug 2017 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-supply-bearings-to-moroccos-national-railway-operator-oncf/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The roller screw: an essential element in modern machine design]]></title><description><![CDATA[Automated industrial systems such as assembly cells and production lines are getting smaller; manufacturers are seeking to make these systems more compact so they take up less space, while at the same time demanding greater reliability, lower power consumption and higher levels of precision. The electronic devices that monitor and control these systems have an important role to play but so, too, do the mechanical components: linear motion devices and actuators, for example; and like the electron]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-roller-screw-an-essential-element-in-modern-machine-design/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Aug 2017 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-roller-screw-an-essential-element-in-modern-machine-design/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Back to basics: the ball bearing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over a millennium and half later, Leonardo da Vinci incorporated drawings of ball bearings for cart axles around the year 1500. The first modern recorded patent on ball bearings was awarded to Philip Vaughan, a British inventor and ironmaster who created the first design for a ball bearing in Carmarthen in 1794. His was the first modern ball-bearing design, with the ball running along a groove in an axle assembly.Fast forward a century or more, and the first major ball bearing development of the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/back-to-basics-the-ball-bearing/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Aug 2017 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/back-to-basics-the-ball-bearing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Home Office Finance Director Appointed As Joint MD of Aareon UK and 1st Touch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigel Rees has been appointed as Joint UK MD of Aareon (www.aareon.co.uk) and 1st Touch (www.1sttouch.com), a role he will share with current Aareon MD Steve Makin. In his new role, Rees will seek to exploit and drive the significant benefits available from the close collaboration between the two Aareon Group companies in the social housing technology marketplace.Rees, who qualified as a Chartered Accountant with KPMG, joins from The Home Office, where for over 18...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/former-home-office-finance-director-appointed-as-joint-md-of-aareon-uk-and-1st-touch/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Aug 2017 12:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/former-home-office-finance-director-appointed-as-joint-md-of-aareon-uk-and-1st-touch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF services business receives top safety accreditation]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF services and solutions is a business unit within SKF Industrial Sales UK offering a wide range of contractual engineering services, from on-the-spot and one-off traditional service models, to subscription and performance-based contracts. The business unit is particularly flexible in its operations, solving client problems ranging from small technical issues to plant- and factory-wide overall equipment efficiency improvement.SKF globally has around 45,000 employees at some 146 manufacturing,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-services-business-receives-top-safety-accreditation/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Aug 2017 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-services-business-receives-top-safety-accreditation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF bearings play their part in Cardiff University’s 2017 Formula Student triumph]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 56-strong Cardiff Racing team beat off fierce competition at this year&rsquo;s event, which took place at Silverstone over a weekend in late July, to be crowned Class 1 Overall Winners. The Cardiff team is the first UK outright winner of the competition since the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) took over the running of the annual European event in 1998.A keen supporter and sponsor of the team, SKF supplied a range of bearings for the car and provided technical assistance on bear]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-bearings-play-their-part-in-cardiff-universitys-2017-formula-student-triumph/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Aug 2017 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-bearings-play-their-part-in-cardiff-universitys-2017-formula-student-triumph/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power advises Octopus on 149MW portfolio deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy and infrastructure consultancy, Natural Power, has advised funds managed by Octopus Investments (&ldquo;Octopus&rdquo;) on the acquisition of a 149MW portfolio of four UK-based onshore wind projects. Giles Dearden, Natural Power&rsquo;s Director of Due Diligence, said: &ldquo;We&rsquo;re delighted to have acted as technical advisors for Octopus in the acquisition of this wind farm portfolio.&rdquo;Chris Gaydon, a director on Octopus&rsquo; Energy Investments team, said:]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-octopus-on-149mw-portfolio-deal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Aug 2017 15:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-advises-octopus-on-149mw-portfolio-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The commons transition: it's all about pooling resources]]></title><description><![CDATA[Interview with Michel Bauwens, President of the Foundation for P2P Alternatives<br />
Mr Bauwens, since March 2017, you have been assisting the city of Ghent, Belgium, with a &ldquo;commons transition&rdquo; project. At a time when European towns and cities are working on their roadmaps towards a desirable future by 2050, what can you tell us about this specific project? How does it interact with existing approaches such as energy transition and climate plans?<br />
The question underpinning the energy and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-commons-transition-its-all-about-pooling-resources/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Jul 2017 09:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-commons-transition-its-all-about-pooling-resources/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smarter Together project: Bringing together Bulgarian cities!]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the framework of the project Smarter Together Energy Cities, Eurocities and the municipality of Sofia has organised a thematic workshop. Host city of the workshop, the municiaplity of Sofia has presented its Smart Specialization Strategy!<br />
Energy Cities organised together with EUROCITIES and Sofia Municipality a thematic workshop, which brought together four Bulgarian cities participating in four H2020 Smart Cities projects: Smarter Together (Sofia), Sharing Cities (Burgas), SmartEnCity (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/smarter-together-project-bringing-together-bulgarian-cities/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Jul 2017 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/smarter-together-project-bringing-together-bulgarian-cities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smart mobility projects as change-makers? Outcomes from workshop in Sofia, Bulgaria]]></title><description><![CDATA[Common problems and joint solutions for smart mobility and citizen engagement were at the focus of a thematic workshop in Sofia in the framework of the Smarter Together project.<br />
Energy Cities, Eurocities and Sofia Municipality organised the workshop, at which the Bulgarian capital presented its Smart Specialization Strategy.<br />
The workshop brought together four Bulgarian cities participating in four H2020 Smart Cities projects: Smarter Together (Sofia), Sharing Cities (Burgas), (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/smart-mobility-projects-as-change-makers-outcomes-from-workshop-in-sofia-bulgaria/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Jul 2017 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/smart-mobility-projects-as-change-makers-outcomes-from-workshop-in-sofia-bulgaria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gael planning in Ireland]]></title><description><![CDATA[Natural Power&rsquo;s Irish office continues to expand with the appointment of Gael Gibson to the role of Principal Planner. A qualified planner with more than 15 years of experience working within the planning system in Ireland and nine years&rsquo; experience in relation to the planning and development of the Irish transmission system, Gael joins the Natural Power team in Ireland having also previously worked for several local authorities and the transmission system operator in senior/principa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/gael-planning-in-ireland/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Jul 2017 18:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/gael-planning-in-ireland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colours and science to raise environmental awareness in Bielsko-Biala!]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Beskids Good Energy Festival took place June 9 in Energy Cities' Polish member city Bielsko-Biala. It was the 7th edition of a very popular and recreative festival on energy, environmental and climate protection.<br />
Demonstrations of physical and chemical experiments, fantastic vegetable and fruit sculptures, bricklaying a good energy city, the demolition of old computers for parts, or controlling LEGO robots, fun with a bike-power station or electric labyrinth in the Interaction Park - (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/colours-and-science-to-raise-environmental-awareness-in-bielsko-biala/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Jul 2017 16:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/colours-and-science-to-raise-environmental-awareness-in-bielsko-biala/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Summer sale on SKF’s industry-leading training courses]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF has been committed to offering in-depth training for many years and runs a comprehensive programme of technical courses throughout the year, every year. For a limited time only, SKF has introduced a special promotion on these courses, which runs until 30th September. This promotion enables engineers and technicians to receive a 10% discount on any of the training courses which are undertaken during 2017.SKF&rsquo;s range of 22 targeted courses covers in detail issues surrounding maintenance]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/summer-sale-on-skfs-industry-leading-training-courses/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Jul 2017 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/summer-sale-on-skfs-industry-leading-training-courses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF Maintenance and Lubrication Products catalogue now in its 2017 edition]]></title><description><![CDATA[While every bearing has a predicted service life potential, not all achieve it. The key stages of installation and operation that can have a major impact on a bearing's service life include mounting, lubrication, alignment, basic condition monitoring and dismounting. By applying the right maintenance practices and using the correct tools, a bearing&rsquo;s service life can be considerably extended, improving asset reliability and efficiency.SKF brings all this into sharp focus with the release o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-maintenance-and-lubrication-products-catalogue-now-in-its-2017-edition/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Jul 2017 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-maintenance-and-lubrication-products-catalogue-now-in-its-2017-edition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF Half-year report 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 21 July 2017Alrik Danielson,President and CEO:&ldquo;The second quarter saw strongorganic growth and an improved operating margin. Sales developmentwas positive in all regions, as underlying industrial activity andinvestments increased.Net sales, at SEK 20.2 billion,increased organically by 7.5% compared to the second quarter lastyear, with North America and Asia growing by double-digits, 10% and12% respectively.Improved sales volumes and factoryutilization rates contributed to an ad]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-half-year-report-2017/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Jul 2017 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-half-year-report-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New MD for Natural Power]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy and infrastructure consultancy, Natural Power, has appointed Stephen Trotter as its new Managing Director. He will be based out of the company&rsquo;s Global HQ at The Greenhouse near Castle Douglas. Stephen worked for ABB for almost 20 years, where he was Managing Director for the UK and Ireland Power Systems division. During his time at ABB he was involved in numerous onshore and offshore wind projects as well as interconnectors. His appointment...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-md-for-natural-power/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Jul 2017 16:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-md-for-natural-power/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Advisory and Analytics department launches at Natural Power]]></title><description><![CDATA[In response to evolving market conditions, Natural Power has launched a new department, &lsquo;Advisory and Analytics&rsquo;, which brings together the best of its due diligence, market analysis and resource analysis teams.Lauren Wheatley, Director of Advisory and Analytics will provide direction to the team globally. International advisory services will be coordinated by Giles Dearden, Director of Due Diligence with local delivery lead by in regional and subject matter experts. Richard Walls, C]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/advisory-and-analytics-department-launches-at-natural-power/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Jul 2017 16:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/advisory-and-analytics-department-launches-at-natural-power/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aspect Wins International CTRM Software And Game Changer Awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[London-headquartered software company Aspect is a two-time winner in the 12th Annual ACQ5 Global Awards winning in two international categories, &ldquo;Gamechanger of the Year (Commodity Trading &amp; Risk Management),&rdquo; and CTRM Software Company of the Year. The ACQ5 Global Awards recognize outstanding organizations and professionals across the globe and celebrate the best in achievement, ability and performance. Companies are judged on their ability to deliver outstanding returns and stra]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aspect-wins-international-ctrm-software-and-game-changer-awards/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Jul 2017 12:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aspect-wins-international-ctrm-software-and-game-changer-awards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stuttgart : towards a carbon neutral city thanks to a local energy ownership]]></title><description><![CDATA[In 2011, Stuttgart City Council set up the municipal utility Die Stadtwerke Stuttgart (SWS) as a subsidiary of Stuttgarter Versorgungs- und Verkehrsgesellschaft, in charge of public transport. The remunicipalisation process ended with the take-over of the distribution networks (gas and electricity) in 2014, just 12 years after the privatisation of the former Stadtwerke TWS in 2002.<br />
The energy remunicipalisation initiative was immediately backed up with an ambitious energy transition and (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/stuttgart-towards-a-carbon-neutral-city-thanks-to-a-local-energy-ownership/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Jul 2017 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/stuttgart-towards-a-carbon-neutral-city-thanks-to-a-local-energy-ownership/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[John Gustafson named CEO of Nexant]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nexant, Inc., a global provider of technology enabled solutions to the Utility and Energy industries, announced today that it has appointed John Gustafson as the company&rsquo;s new CEO. Mr. Gustafson comes to Nexant from Cognizant Technology Solutions where he served as Vice President and Head of the Utility and Energy Business Unit. He has held similar leadership roles at other leading service and solution providers including Wipro, IBM, and others. Mr. Gustafson is a recognized...Source: Real]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/john-gustafson-named-ceo-of-nexant/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Jul 2017 12:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/john-gustafson-named-ceo-of-nexant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy Cities president meets Members of European Parliament to discuss role of cities in Governance of the EU Energy Union]]></title><description><![CDATA[On July 6th, in the margins of the European Parliament plenary session in Strasbourg, Energy Cities' president and Lord Mayor of Heidelberg, Eckart W&uuml;rzner, held an exchange of views with Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) on the role local authorities should play in the Governance of the EU Energy Union, a key legislative proposal currently under discussion in the EU institutions.<br />
This roundtable was hosted by MEP Claude Turmes and MEP Mich&egrave;le Rivasi, who are both authors of]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-cities-president-meets-members-of-european-parliament-to-discuss-role-of-cities-in-governance-of-the-eu-energy-union/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Jul 2017 10:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-cities-president-meets-members-of-european-parliament-to-discuss-role-of-cities-in-governance-of-the-eu-energy-union/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy Cities President meets Members of European Parliament to discuss role of cities in EU Energy Union governance]]></title><description><![CDATA[On July 6th, on the occasion of the European Parliament plenary session in Strasbourg, Energy Cities' President and Lord Mayor of Heidelberg, Eckart W&uuml;rzner, compared notes with Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) on the role local authorities should play in the governance of the EU Energy Union, a key legislative proposal currently under discussion in the EU institutions. Sub-national action paramount to reach EU 2050 goals<br />
The roundtable was hosted by MEP Claude Turmes and MEP (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-cities-president-meets-members-of-european-parliament-to-discuss-role-of-cities-in-eu-energy-union-governance/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Jul 2017 10:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-cities-president-meets-members-of-european-parliament-to-discuss-role-of-cities-in-eu-energy-union-governance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rezatec partnering with Matchpoint Inc., leading water management and preservation consultants]]></title><description><![CDATA[To deliver unique satellite-powered leak detection in the Southern US States Harwell, Oxfordshire, 11th July 2017. As part of a continued expansion into North America, Rezatec has now partnered with Matchpoint Inc. to bring innovative applications of satellite data analytics to the water industry in North America. Rezatec and Matchpoint aim to help water companies in the southern states including Georgia, North &amp; South Carolina, Florida and Texas, reduce non-revenue water lost through pipeli]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rezatec-partnering-with-matchpoint-inc-leading-water-management-and-preservation-consultants/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Jul 2017 10:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rezatec-partnering-with-matchpoint-inc-leading-water-management-and-preservation-consultants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy Efficiency Watch: Learn more about the progress of energy efficiency policies in the 28 EU member states]]></title><description><![CDATA[You are interested in how the EU is going to meet its energy efficiency objectives but you have missed the Energy Efficiency Watch 3 webinars? This article is for you!<br />
Energy Cities organised a series of webinars as part of the Energy Efficiency Watch (EEW3) to present the outcomes of the project. The project has been accompanying the implementation of the Energy Efficiency Directive (EED) since 2006. In its third phase, EEW3 carried out a broad quantitative survey, complementing with (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-efficiency-watch-learn-more-about-the-progress-of-energy-efficiency-policies-in-the-28-eu-member-states/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Jul 2017 16:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-efficiency-watch-learn-more-about-the-progress-of-energy-efficiency-policies-in-the-28-eu-member-states/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aspect Accepts Global CTRM Software House Of The Year Award In London]]></title><description><![CDATA[At a gala event in London last night, before a packed house of oil, gas and power industry professionals, Energy Risk named Aspect the CTRM Software House of The Year for 2017. This global award was also presented for the Americas in Houston in May. Aspect also received a second award as it was recognized as the number one Cloud CTRM and ETRM solution globally through the Annual Energy Risk Rankings Report. Aspect&rsquo;s CIO Chetna...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aspect-accepts-global-ctrm-software-house-of-the-year-award-in-london/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jun 2017 15:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aspect-accepts-global-ctrm-software-house-of-the-year-award-in-london/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Just a second...what about the just transition for coal communities ?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the path that Europe is following since the Paris Agreement to go &lsquo;fossil free', coal communities are worried about their future. Moreover, between international climate ambitions and Donald Trump pulling out of the agreement, coal communities are destabilized and torn between economic aspirations and climatic necessities. Last year, the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) presented the "Indigenous coal in the EU energy transition" report, which shall feed the EU Commission']]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/just-a-secondwhat-about-the-just-transition-for-coal-communities-/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jun 2017 12:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/just-a-secondwhat-about-the-just-transition-for-coal-communities-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Just a second...what about the just transition for coal communities?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The path followed by Europe since the Paris Agreement to go &lsquo;fossil free' has made coal communities worry about their future. Torn between economic aspirations and climatic necessities, they have been destabilised by these international climate ambitions and Donald Trump's decision to pull out of the agreement. The most recent report by IDDRI examining past coal mining declines in five European countries and the "Indigenous coal in the EU energy transition" report presented by the European]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/just-a-secondwhat-about-the-just-transition-for-coal-communities/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jun 2017 12:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/just-a-secondwhat-about-the-just-transition-for-coal-communities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schneider Electric Partners with GSK to Help Suppliers Reduce Carbon Emissions]]></title><description><![CDATA[GSK Supplier Exchange serves as online community to support more than 360 suppliers in their efforts to improve sustainability and energy efficiencyBuilding on a 14-year relationship, this programme will help GSK reach its goal of a 25 per cent reduction in value chain emissions by 2020LONDON, UK &ndash; 28th June, 2017 &ndash; Schneider Electric, the global energy and sustainability specialist, today announced a partnership with GSK to manage an online community that gives the healthcare...Sour]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-partners-with-gsk-to-help-suppliers-reduce-carbon-emissions/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jun 2017 10:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electric-partners-with-gsk-to-help-suppliers-reduce-carbon-emissions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1st Touch Unveils First Details Of V6 Digital &amp; Mobile Platform Development]]></title><description><![CDATA[1st Touch (www.1sttouch.com), the UK&rsquo;s leading system innovator for the social housing sector, has unveiled details of its upcoming V6 Digital and Mobile Platform. Hailed as a major sea-change, the new version which is due out across Europe from Q4 2017, represents a multimillion-pound development investment by parent company Aareon. The new product is expected to drive market growth and to establish 1st Touch as the digital development platform of the group. The launch will...Source: Real]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/1st-touch-unveils-first-details-of-v6-digital-amp-mobile-platform-development/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jun 2017 12:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/1st-touch-unveils-first-details-of-v6-digital-amp-mobile-platform-development/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Secures A Project For Submarine Power Cable Links In The Venetian Lagoon]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Group also built the previous high voltage submarine cable link connecting Venice, Murano and MestreMilan, 27 June 2017 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, announces that Terna Rete Italia has confirmed a series of additional works &mdash; originally included as an option &mdash; to be added to the Venetian Lagoon submarine power cable links project, a contract awarded to the Group last year following a European bid.These...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-secures-a-project-for-submarine-power-cable-links-in-the-venetian-lagoon/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jun 2017 11:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-secures-a-project-for-submarine-power-cable-links-in-the-venetian-lagoon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cities meet Members of European Parliament to discuss contribution to key energy legislations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday, in the margins of the EU Sustainable Energy Week, 5 elected city representatives held an exchange of views with Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) on the role local authorities should play in the various energy legislative proposals that have been tabled by the European Commission as part of the Clean Energy Package.<br />
Hosted by MEP Claude Turmes, who recently released his draft report on the proposal for a regulation on the Governance of the Energy Union, the event's agenda (...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cities-meet-members-of-european-parliament-to-discuss-contribution-to-key-energy-legislations/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jun 2017 16:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cities-meet-members-of-european-parliament-to-discuss-contribution-to-key-energy-legislations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy Cities launches pan-European study on remunicipalisation and local energy ownership]]></title><description><![CDATA[How can cities and communities reclaim control over local energy systems ? What are the challenges and success factors for creating a local energy company ? What are the links between devolution and remunicipalisation moves, community energy and participative governance ? To answer these and many other questions around the rise of local energy ownership across Europe, Energy Cities has commissioned a comprehensive scoping study which will be launched officially today during the EU (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-cities-launches-pan-european-study-on-remunicipalisation-and-local-energy-ownership/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jun 2017 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-cities-launches-pan-european-study-on-remunicipalisation-and-local-energy-ownership/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF inaugurates large-size bearing test centre]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 21 June 2017:SKF has inaugurated its newly-built Sven WingquistTest Center in Schweinfurt, Germany, an investment totalling EUR 40million. The center is the first in the world that is able to testlarge-size bearings under actual operating conditions. This allowsfor a more efficient development process for customers, as well asimproved bearing performance and increased service life.The Sven Wingquist Test Center has two testing rigs.One rig is designed for the testing of wind turbine]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-inaugurates-large-size-bearing-test-centre/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jun 2017 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-inaugurates-large-size-bearing-test-centre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HUBER+SUHNER in RF-energy breakthrough for cooking applications and mass manufacturing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hannes Grubinger presented HUBER+SUHNER&rsquo;s latest findings to IMPI 51 attendees in MiamiMiami, 21 June 2017. Leading international manufacturer of components and systems for optical and electrical connectivity, HUBER+SUHNER, yesterday addressed the need for smart concepts which can bring a completely new user experience to RF-energy applications.Speaking at the 51st Annual Microwave Power Symposium (IMPI 51), Hannes Grubinger, Market Manager at HUBER+SUHNER, stressed the idea that using sol]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hubersuhner-in-rf-energy-breakthrough-for-cooking-applications-and-mass-manufacturing/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jun 2017 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hubersuhner-in-rf-energy-breakthrough-for-cooking-applications-and-mass-manufacturing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF wins RISAS approval from UK rail safety authority]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF (U.K.) Limited has become an accredited supplier under the Railway Industry Supplier Approval Scheme (RISAS).The aim of the scheme is to ensure that duty holders and other major customers, such as ROSCOs, are able to rely upon common third party assessments by accredited RISABs (Railway Industry Supplier Approval Bodies). RISABs assess the adequacy of key suppliers&rsquo; procedures, practices and competence to manage risks which arise from the specialist nature of railway industry applicati]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-wins-risas-approval-from-uk-rail-safety-authority/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jun 2017 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-wins-risas-approval-from-uk-rail-safety-authority/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian aboard the Energy Observer, the first hydrogen vessel to circumnavigate the globe in a 100% green manner]]></title><description><![CDATA[By supplying the cables installed on the catamaran, the group confirms its commitment to developing and promoting renewable energyMilan, 20 June 2017 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, announced its partnership with the Energy Observer, the world&rsquo;s first catamaran powered solely by renewable sources, at the Paris Air Show today. Energy Observer and CEA Liten, the research institute that developed the project, have chosen Prysmian as the officia]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-aboard-the-energy-observer-the-first-hydrogen-vessel-to-circumnavigate-the-globe-in-a-100-green-manner/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jun 2017 13:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-aboard-the-energy-observer-the-first-hydrogen-vessel-to-circumnavigate-the-globe-in-a-100-green-manner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Bristol took back control of its energy]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Bristol in England is known for being a breeding ground for local and community initiatives in favour of an ecological transition, which earned it the title of &ldquo;European Green Capital&rdquo; in 2015.<br />
Not only has the city council set ambitious energy transition objectives &ndash; reducing energy use by 30% and CO2 emissions by 40% between 2005 and 2020 - but the first results are extremely encouraging, with a 20% drop in energy use and an 18% decrease in CO2 emissions recorded]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/how-bristol-took-back-control-of-its-energy/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jun 2017 12:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/how-bristol-took-back-control-of-its-energy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SKF Smart Manufacturing Transformation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 20 June 2017: Manufacturing excellence has always been a vital part of SKF&rsquo;s offering to its customers. The performance and durability of SKF products depend on appropriate materials, precise geometry and accurate assembly. To achieve those things, the company is continually refining and evolving its production processes and capabilities.World-class manufacturing isn&rsquo;t just about precision, however. It also requires great flexibility. To ensure the best possible s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-skf-smart-manufacturing-transformation/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jun 2017 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-skf-smart-manufacturing-transformation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF unveils Black Design composite innovations at the Paris Air Show]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden: SKF's Black Design concept is a unique technology that enables lightweight, high performance composite structural parts to be designed and manufactured for a much wider variety of aerospace applications, including structural cleats and products such as hubs and carriers that integrate bearings within the composite part.Black Design is a disruptive metal-replacement technology that makes a substantial contribution to the industry's goals of developing lighter weight structures]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-unveils-black-design-composite-innovations-at-the-paris-air-show/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jun 2017 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-unveils-black-design-composite-innovations-at-the-paris-air-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#EUSEW17 starts today, Come and meet us !]]></title><description><![CDATA[The EUSEW Policy Conference is the most important European conference dedicated to sustainable energy policy issues. Sessions organised by the European Commission and energy stakeholders debate new policy developments, best practices and sustainable energy ideas, while networking events forge alliances. Take part in Energy Cities' events! Accelerating the clean energy transition &mdash; financing energy efficiency at the local level<br />
Wednesday 21 June 11.00 - 12.30Energy Cities, Climate (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/eusew17-starts-today-come-and-meet-us-/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jun 2017 12:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/eusew17-starts-today-come-and-meet-us-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF divests Reelcraft]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 16 June 2017:SKF has signed an agreement, subject to regulatory approvals, to divest Reelcraft, a manufacturer of hose, cord and cable reels for industrial applications, to Madison Industries.The total consideration of the divestment is USD 115 million on a cash-free and debt-free basis and the divestment is expected to close during Q3 2017.Reelcraft joined SKF as part of the acquisition of Lincoln Industrial in 2010 and is headquartered in Indiana, USA. Reelcraft&rsquo;s sales in 20]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-divests-reelcraft/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jun 2017 10:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-divests-reelcraft/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inventive measures and tools to accelerate cities' energy transition: Lisbon and Stuttgart in the spotlight!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cities keep their course!Cities from all across the world are busy outlining roadmaps and masterplans defining the kind of energy transition they are keen to deliver: 100% renewable or climate neutral by 2050.But 2050 is now! Lisbon's 2050 roadmap<br />
Lisbon, together with seven other European cities, (Barcelona, Copenhagen &amp; Malm&ouml;, Istanbul, Lisbon, Litomerice, Milan &amp; Turin, Rostock &amp; Zagreb) designed local 2050 &ldquo;post-carbon&rdquo; roadmaps in the framework of the EU-funded]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/inventive-measures-and-tools-to-accelerate-cities-energy-transition-lisbon-and-stuttgart-in-the-spotlight/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jun 2017 16:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/inventive-measures-and-tools-to-accelerate-cities-energy-transition-lisbon-and-stuttgart-in-the-spotlight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Alfa Romeo Stelvio to be fitted with SKF hub units]]></title><description><![CDATA[The powerful new Alfa Romeo Stelvio SUV is equipped with SKF&rsquo;s third generation, premium quality HBU3.A fully integrated, lightweight wheel bearing system, the HBU3 features a double row angular contact ball bearing with matched rings and ball-sets to provide the required preload. Contact angles are optimised to provide specific preload and withstand the extreme wheel load conditions expected with this high-performance vehicle.The HBU3 incorporates a flange in the non-rotating bearing ring]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-alfa-romeo-stelvio-to-be-fitted-with-skf-hub-units/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jun 2017 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-alfa-romeo-stelvio-to-be-fitted-with-skf-hub-units/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Augmented reality – enabling more efficient access to engineering expertise]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 14 June 2017:During the last few years, virtual reality technologies have taken global consumer markets by storm. However, their industrial use has been limited, mainly because they only enable the user access to a digital model, without taking actual surroundings into account. But with the advent of augmented, or mixed reality devices, the game is changing, especially for industrial end-users.Programmers at SKF&rsquo;s software development center in Gothenburg, Sweden, are working h]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/augmented-reality-enabling-more-efficient-access-to-engineering-expertise/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jun 2017 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/augmented-reality-enabling-more-efficient-access-to-engineering-expertise/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Using wireless condition monitoring in the rail sector]]></title><description><![CDATA[The rail industry&rsquo;s prevailing maintenance regime is to service trains on a time or mileage basis. Though it has been used successfully for many years, it does not take account of whether parts actually need replacing. Nor is it effective at preventing breakdowns.Condition-based monitoring (CBM), which measures parameters such as vibration and temperature to spot anomalies at an early stage, has been commonly applied for a long time in many industries. However, the railway sector has been]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/using-wireless-condition-monitoring-in-the-rail-sector/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jun 2017 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/using-wireless-condition-monitoring-in-the-rail-sector/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF enters the world of manufacturing using world-class digital technology]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden 12 June, 2017: SKF's operations in Sweden are set to be given a boost with the inauguration of a completely new, fully-automated and digital production process in Gothenburg, adapted for the manufacture of spherical roller bearings. The new production unit is the first of its type to be put into operations within the SKF Group and is part of a programme of next generation manufacturing technology within the company."The production flow is totally unique within the bearings ind]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-enters-the-world-of-manufacturing-using-world-class-digital-technology/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jun 2017 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-enters-the-world-of-manufacturing-using-world-class-digital-technology/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deutsche Bahn’s new trains run more efficiently and longer with advanced technologies from SKF]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 13 June 2017: The ICE-4 passenger train will become the backbone of Deutsche Bahn&rsquo;s (DB) long distance network. The new train has been designed using a modular concept, allowing it to be reconfigured to suit a wide range of different applications on the German rail network. SKF has been involved in the &euro;6 billion project since 2012, working directly with Siemens, the manufacturer of the new train, and with Bombardier, which supplies the trailer bogies and coaches.M]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/deutsche-bahns-new-trains-run-more-efficiently-and-longer-with-advanced-technologies-from-skf/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jun 2017 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/deutsche-bahns-new-trains-run-more-efficiently-and-longer-with-advanced-technologies-from-skf/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wireless monitoring boosts train maintenance efficiency]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 13 June 2017: SKF has a developed a wireless condition monitoring system to enable condition based maintenance practices (CBM) that will help rail operators spend their maintenance budgets more effectively.SKF Insight gives key information on the state of critical wheel-set components. It relies on retrofitting a small advanced, wireless sensor to the wheelset axlebox assembly &ndash; which takes just a few minutes for a complete wheel-set&ndash; to detect bearing damage and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/wireless-monitoring-boosts-train-maintenance-efficiency/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jun 2017 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/wireless-monitoring-boosts-train-maintenance-efficiency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Entry-level, smartphone based machine health monitoring from SKF]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 13 June 2017: SKF has released a new handheld sensor, which, when used in combination with one of two smartphone apps, simplifies the collection and interpretation of critical machine condition data.Simple and robust, SKF's QuickCollect sensor monitors both vibration and temperature, transmitting this data wirelessly to a mobile device, where an entry-level app called QuickCollect is used to provide machine diagnostics for storage and analysis.A second app, SKF DataCollect, o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/entry-level-smartphone-based-machine-health-monitoring-from-skf/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jun 2017 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/entry-level-smartphone-based-machine-health-monitoring-from-skf/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF launches innovative maintenance service packages]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 12 June 2017: SKF has taken another leading position within its sector by creating two new and innovative service packages that address the rapidly changing needs of customers facing skills shortages, the challenges of global competition and market volatility, and the need to implement new manufacturing paradigms such as Industry 4.0.The SKF Premium programme helps SKF bearing customers identify their maintenance and operational needs leading to a possible expenditure reducti]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-innovative-maintenance-service-packages/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jun 2017 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-innovative-maintenance-service-packages/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#maketheplanetgreatagain through mobilising ALL stakeholders]]></title><description><![CDATA[This is how it is.<br />
The United States, the world's second largest producer of greenhouse gas emissions, has announced its withdrawal from the first multilateral agreement on climate change signed by 195 countries. An agreement that reminds us of our shared responsibility and commits each country to imagining its OWN path towards ensuring a &ldquo;liveable&rdquo; planet.<br />
By signing the Paris Agreement, the least developed States abandoned their claims for a fair share-out of this responsibility -]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/maketheplanetgreatagain-through-mobilising-all-stakeholders/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jun 2017 10:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/maketheplanetgreatagain-through-mobilising-all-stakeholders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF launches software centre for condition monitoring in Sweden]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden 12 June, 2017: The market for products and services related to monitoring the condition of machinery within the industry is growing. SKF is making a major investment by opening a software centre in Sweden in order to develop next generation technology for condition monitoring.&ldquo;We are currently recruiting and the unit will include around 50 developers, most of whom will be based in Gothenburg,&rdquo; says Fredrik Magnusson, who is in charge of the new software development]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-software-centre-for-condition-monitoring-in-sweden/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jun 2017 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-software-centre-for-condition-monitoring-in-sweden/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paving the path to a digital future]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 12 June 2017: Digitalization is most apparent in the consumer market, where music downloads, online shopping and on-demand TV are hailed as marvels of the digital age. However, digitalization is also having a huge effect on manufacturing &ndash; and SKF is at the forefront of using it to improve our business in the service of our customers.The ability to collect and manipulate vast amounts of digital information will catapult manufacturing into the future. By embracing digita]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/paving-the-path-to-a-digital-future/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jun 2017 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/paving-the-path-to-a-digital-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energiewende - a grassroots movement that became national policy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Back in 2008, George Smitherman visited Germany to learn more about how to create a renewable energy revolution. As Ontario's Energy Minister, he went home to draft what became the province's Green Energy Act. Nearly a decade later, this legislation has led to one of the fiercest anti-wind movements in the world. What went wrong?<br />
Copy-pasting German-style feed-in tariffsPolicymakers around the world have copied Germany's feed-in tariffs, often with local tweaks. In Ontario's case, a (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energiewende-a-grassroots-movement-that-became-national-policy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jun 2017 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energiewende-a-grassroots-movement-that-became-national-policy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF demonstrates accelerated innovation at the International Paris Air Show 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 8 June 2017: The aerospace industry is requiring innovation and technological advancements to support products and services, and push the boundaries of performance. SKF has served the industry for many years and its portfolio of products and services has not only kept pace with, but also moved ahead of developments within the sector.The company's showing at this year's International Paris Air Show demonstrates SKF Aerospace&rsquo;s innovation and engineering capabilities, and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-demonstrates-accelerated-innovation-at-the-international-paris-air-show-2017/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jun 2017 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-demonstrates-accelerated-innovation-at-the-international-paris-air-show-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Group Presents at Offshore Wind Energy 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[Group strengthens its offering with enhanced strategies and investments to support the Offshore Wind sectorTurnkey cable solutions, Project engineering, State-of-the-art cable technologies and monitoring &amp; maintenance services all on displayMilan, 05 June 2017 &ndash; Prysmian Group, world leader in energy and telecom cable systems will present its products and services portfolio underpinning its new enhanced strategy expanding its presence and offering in the offshore wind sector on the occ]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-presents-at-offshore-wind-energy-2017/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jun 2017 16:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-presents-at-offshore-wind-energy-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schneider Electric’s leadership in Advanced Distribution Management Systems recognised by Gartner]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the third year in a row, Schneider Electric&rsquo;s ADMS also scored highest in all three use cases measured in the Gartner Critical Capabilities reportLondon, UK, June 5, 2017 &ndash; Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS) are comprehensive, grid management platforms for electric power distribution and provide numerous capabilities to system operators. Those include monitoring and control, network performance analysis, incident management, and maintenance planning. These systems ar]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electrics-leadership-in-advanced-distribution-management-systems-recognised-by-gartner/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jun 2017 11:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electrics-leadership-in-advanced-distribution-management-systems-recognised-by-gartner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mr. Trump, cities won't change their course ! #makeourplanetgreatagain]]></title><description><![CDATA[What cast a cloud since the last US Presidential elections, has become real yesterday evening : Donald Trump officially announced his decision to withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement. Energy Cities President Eckart W&uuml;rzner, the Mayor of the German city of Heidelberg reacted with disappointment, but not discouragement.<br />
He said : "It is immeasurably disappointing and incomprehensible that the United States wishes to withdraw from this urgently required treaty. I deem it important that (.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/mr-trump-cities-wont-change-their-course-makeourplanetgreatagain/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jun 2017 09:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/mr-trump-cities-wont-change-their-course-makeourplanetgreatagain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Important safety advice with regard to two lubrication pump series "ZPU" and "HJ 2"]]></title><description><![CDATA[For further information please refer to www.lincolnindustrial.de]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/important-safety-advice-with-regard-to-two-lubrication-pump-series-zpu-and-hj-2/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jun 2017 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/important-safety-advice-with-regard-to-two-lubrication-pump-series-zpu-and-hj-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Announcement of change in the total number of votes in AB SKF]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 31 May 2017:Due to a conversion of shares from Series A to SeriesB in accordance with the Company&rsquo;s Articles of Association, AB SKFconfirms the following.&nbsp; As per 31 May the Company&rsquo;s sharecapital amounts to SEK 1,138,377,670 and the total number of sharesamounts to 36,293,181 shares of Series A and 419,057,887 shares ofSeries B. The number of votes in the Company amounts to78,198,970.&nbsp; AB SKF does not hold any own shares.Aktiebolaget SKF<br />
&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; (p]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/announcement-of-change-in-the-total-number-of-votes-in-ab-skf/</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 May 2017 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/announcement-of-change-in-the-total-number-of-votes-in-ab-skf/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Group and Nanocomp Technologies sign technology cooperation agreement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aim is to fit nanotechnologies to cable systems for power grids, telecom networks and industrial applicationsMilan, 30 May 2017 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, and Nanocomp Technologies Inc., a world-leading U.S. company specialised in the production of carbon nanotube-based products and materials, have signed a technology cooperation agreement aimed at testing and improving the use of these technologies in power transmission, power distribution,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-and-nanocomp-technologies-sign-technology-cooperation-agreement/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 May 2017 10:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-and-nanocomp-technologies-sign-technology-cooperation-agreement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power appointed for Teevurcher Wind Farm]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading renewable energy and infrastructure consultancy, Natural Power, has been appointed by NTR for the asset management of Teevurcher Wind Farm located in Co. Meath in the Republic of Ireland. Natural Power successfully tendered for the asset management contract, and will be providing a full range of operational services to NTR including site management, as well as high voltage system management, commercial back office, advanced performance engineering (including operational reporting and ana]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-appointed-for-teevurcher-wind-farm/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 May 2017 10:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-appointed-for-teevurcher-wind-farm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carine Dartiguepeyrou : Accelerating the future]]></title><description><![CDATA[Carine Dartiguepeyrou, a political scientist and foresight specialist, helps private and public institutions change their paradigms and come up with their visions of the future. Her latest book is entitled &ldquo;Le futur est d&eacute;j&agrave; l&agrave;&rdquo; (The future is already here). She also made a speech at Energy Cities' Stuttgart conference entitled &ldquo;What future for the ecological transition in an accelerating world ?&rdquo;.<br />
We are living in an era of rapidity and instantaneity]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/carine-dartiguepeyrou-accelerating-the-future/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 May 2017 15:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/carine-dartiguepeyrou-accelerating-the-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rezatec wins award for ‘Most Innovative Technology’ in the Big Water Pitch at Utility Week Live event]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harwell, Oxfordshire, 25th May, 2017. Rezatec has been selected as winner of the &lsquo;Most Innovative Technology&rsquo; at Isle Utilities&rsquo; Big Water Pitch at Utility Week Live, NEC, Birmingham, UK. Rezatec specialises in advanced geospatial satellite data analysis and derived water industry intelligence products.COO of Rezatec, Philip Briscoe, says; &ldquo;Our satellite-derived data products provide valuable business insights for water utilities to help decrease costs and enable proactiv]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rezatec-wins-award-for-most-innovative-technology-in-the-big-water-pitch-at-utility-week-live-event/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 May 2017 10:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rezatec-wins-award-for-most-innovative-technology-in-the-big-water-pitch-at-utility-week-live-event/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Condition-based maintenance improves fleet availability and efficiency at Subsea 7]]></title><description><![CDATA[Subsea 7 is a world-leading seabed-to-surface engineering, construction and services contractor to the offshore energy industry. Subsea 7 undertakes some of the most technically demanding offshore engineering work in the world. The company&rsquo;s operations include installing and maintaining the umbilicals, risers and flowlines that connect oil and gas wells to floating production platforms. That can involve working to tight timescales in water depths of up to 3,000m, with arduous sea and weath]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/condition-based-maintenance-improves-fleet-availability-and-efficiency-at-subsea-7/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 May 2017 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/condition-based-maintenance-improves-fleet-availability-and-efficiency-at-subsea-7/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF and EPTDA address the challenges of counterfeit bearings at latest EPTDA UK Regional Conference]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF hosted the latest European Power Transmission Distributors Association (EPTDA) Regional Conference at its UK headquarters and manufacturing facilities in Luton, where the prevalent issue of counterfeit goods was highlighted as a particular challenge facing industry. Founded in 1998, the EPTDA today is the largest organisation in Europe, the Middle-East and Africa, of distributors and manufacturers of power transmission and motion control products, setting the highest commercial, environmenta]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-and-eptda-address-the-challenges-of-counterfeit-bearings-at-latest-eptda-uk-regional-conference/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 May 2017 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-and-eptda-address-the-challenges-of-counterfeit-bearings-at-latest-eptda-uk-regional-conference/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF launches European centre for automobile spare parts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 23 May 2017: SKF is investing in new production facilities at the St-Cyr-sur-Loire site in France in order to streamline its EMEA automotive aftermarket activities. The move is in response to changing market dynamics, seeing growing demand for flexible production capabilities that can cope with ever shorter lead times.In addition to concentrating all of SKF&rsquo;s European automotive aftermarket activities at one site, St-Cyr-sur-Loire will also host a flexible new productio]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-european-centre-for-automobile-spare-parts/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 May 2017 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-european-centre-for-automobile-spare-parts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power selected for turbine servicing for Rothes and Paul’s Hill Wind Farms]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following the continued successful partnership with Fred. Olsen Renewables (FOR), Natural Power has been selected to deliver the turbine servicing at both Rothes Wind Farm and Paul&rsquo;s Hill Wind Farm which are located to the South West of Elgin in the north of Scotland. Anders Falkfjell, Operations Manager at Fred.Olsen Renewables, said: &ldquo;This move marks a another step forward in our transition to independent service provision for our fleet, and I have high expectations of...Source: Re]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-selected-for-turbine-servicing-for-rothes-and-pauls-hill-wind-farms/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 May 2017 13:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-selected-for-turbine-servicing-for-rothes-and-pauls-hill-wind-farms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Machine Learning Smart City Software from TCS Slashes Payback Period for LED Streetlights]]></title><description><![CDATA[Intelligent Urban Exchange Platform Drives Smart CitiesNEW YORK | MUMBAI, May 22, 2017: Tata Consultancy Services (BSE: 532540, NSE: TCS), a leading global IT services, consulting and business solutions organization, today unveiled intelligent software that allows cities to derive greater value from costly LED lighting by reducing the typical four to five year payback period almost in half &ndash; to just two to three years. This allows cities to invest in other smart city projects...Source: Rea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/machine-learning-smart-city-software-from-tcs-slashes-payback-period-for-led-streetlights/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 May 2017 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/machine-learning-smart-city-software-from-tcs-slashes-payback-period-for-led-streetlights/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Learn more about the Renewable Energy Horizon Prizes]]></title><description><![CDATA[The European DG of Research and Innovation (RTD) is organizing on 22 of June, during the Sustainable Energy Week in Brussels, a conference to present and give more information about two prizes using EU funding for innovative approaches to integrate solar energy into historical buildings and for using renewable energy in hospitals.<br />
The event is addressed to organizations that are already preparing their application but also for those who will be interested and would like to know more about (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/learn-more-about-the-renewable-energy-horizon-prizes/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 May 2017 12:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/learn-more-about-the-renewable-energy-horizon-prizes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Repowering Resurgence at WINDPOWER 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[Natural Power is set to take WINDPOWER 2017 by storm later this month, exhibiting at booth 2872 from 22nd - 25th May in the Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, California. Wind power contributed more new electric generating capacity in 2016 than any other source in the US. With over 75 GW of wind power generated electricity for consumers around the US, and a stable business environment resulting from the five year extension of the Production Tax...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/repowering-resurgence-at-windpower-2017/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 May 2017 17:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/repowering-resurgence-at-windpower-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Horizon 2020 et Villes Intelligentes : Nos recommandations pour le programme de travail 2018-2020]]></title><description><![CDATA[Le programme Horizon 2020 de l'UE, ainsi que l'initiative Villes et Communaut&eacute;s Intelligentes (Smart Cities &amp; Communities - SCC) ont &eacute;t&eacute; deux instruments de financement importants pour les actions &eacute;nergie et climat au niveau local ces ann&eacute;es pass&eacute;es. Comme la commission europ&eacute;enne est en train de pr&eacute;parer son programme de travail pour la p&eacute;riode de financement 2018-2020, Energy Cities partages ces recommandations cl&eacute;s pour]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/horizon-2020-et-villes-intelligentes-nos-recommandations-pour-le-programme-de-travail-2018-2020/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 May 2017 11:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/horizon-2020-et-villes-intelligentes-nos-recommandations-pour-le-programme-de-travail-2018-2020/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Horizon 2020 and Smart Cities: Our recommendations for the work-programme 2018-2020]]></title><description><![CDATA[The EU Horizon 2020 programme and the Smart Cities &amp; Communities initiative have been two important funding instruments for local energy and climate action in the past years. As the EU Commission is preparing its work-programme for the funding period 2018-2020, Energy Cities provides key recommendations to enable Horizon 2020 and Smart Cities &amp; Communities to better support local and regional authorities in their energy transition.<br />
The mid-term review of the EU's Multi-Annual (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/horizon-2020-and-smart-cities-our-recommendations-for-the-work-programme-2018-2020/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 May 2017 11:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/horizon-2020-and-smart-cities-our-recommendations-for-the-work-programme-2018-2020/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF launches next-generation hydraulic bolts for rotating flanges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 17 May 2017: Maintenance engineers can now demount and reassemble flanged power transmission couplings in a single-step operation using SKF's new Quickgrip Bolts. Designed for high-torque rotating flanges, the new SKF Quickgrip Bolts, as well as existing SKF Supergrip Bolts, can be used to connect two flanged shafts quickly, safely and reliably. This applies to all types of propulsion systems, as well as rudders and other critical applications.In a single tool set-up the new]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-next-generation-hydraulic-bolts-for-rotating-flanges/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 May 2017 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-next-generation-hydraulic-bolts-for-rotating-flanges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power expands due diligence team in North America]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr Christine Bordonaro has been appointed to the role of Principal Engineer on the due diligence team at Natural Power in North America and will be supporting the due diligence activities for both wind and solar.Christine Bordonaro brings 20 years of industry experience with 15 years in the solar industry. Most recently at DNV GL, she performed and managed technical due diligence reviews on commercial and utility scale solar projects across the US and Canada....Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-expands-due-diligence-team-in-north-america/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 May 2017 17:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-expands-due-diligence-team-in-north-america/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Energy Cities INFO magazine: "Please disturb!"]]></title><description><![CDATA[A series of small revolutions in the making are disrupting &ndash; or, rather, to use the guiding keyword of the latest edition of our Energy Cities INFO magazine &ndash; "disturbing" the world energy order.<br />
"As we, cities, embrace this exercise, we ought to disturb our own comfort zones, and encourage citizens and other local actors to join the challenge. Let's disturb entrenched habits of working within silos and hermetic departments. Invite residents to knock on the planning door and join the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-energy-cities-info-magazine-please-disturb/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 May 2017 15:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-energy-cities-info-magazine-please-disturb/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Group and the Italian Permanent Representation to the EU bring national ambassadors and industry together to promote an ambitious European approach towards connectivity]]></title><description><![CDATA[Milan, 11 May, 2017 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, and the Italian Permanent Representation to the EU today co-hosted a meeting with Ambassadors, Commission officials, the European Investment Bank and telecoms industry representatives, to discuss the EU&rsquo;s ambitions for its telecoms networks at a crucial moment in the legislative process.With the Parliament poised to finalise its negotiating position on the telecoms reform, and the Council n]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-and-the-italian-permanent-representation-to-the-eu-bring-national-ambassadors-and-industry-together-to-promote-an-ambitious-european-approach-towards-connectivity/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 May 2017 16:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-and-the-italian-permanent-representation-to-the-eu-bring-national-ambassadors-and-industry-together-to-promote-an-ambitious-european-approach-towards-connectivity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New PUBLENEF Energy Efficiency Roadmaps support policy makers in taking action!]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Horizon 2020-funded PUBLENEF project, in which Energy Cities is a partner, is developing Energy Efficiency Roadmaps in 11 EU Member States to support policy makers in taking energy and climate action.<br />
PUBLENEF is a Horizon2020 project launched in 2016 that will run for three years. The project aims to assist EU Member States in implementing effective and efficient sustainable energy policies (with the focus on energy efficiency) and empower them to make use of the best practices and (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-publenef-energy-efficiency-roadmaps-support-policy-makers-in-taking-action/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 May 2017 14:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-publenef-energy-efficiency-roadmaps-support-policy-makers-in-taking-action/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aspect Named ETRM/CTRM Software House of The Year]]></title><description><![CDATA[At a gala event in Houston last night, before a packed house of oil, gas and power industry professionals, Energy Risk named Aspect the ETRM/CTRM Software House of The Year for 2017. In a competitive category of recognized software vendors, Aspect&rsquo;s story in the industry resonated with judges to bring home the coveted award.Aspect CEO Steve Hughes said, &ldquo;For the judges to award us this win, means we stood out among all vendors in this...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aspect-named-etrmctrm-software-house-of-the-year/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 May 2017 12:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aspect-named-etrmctrm-software-house-of-the-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[District energy of tomorrow : French-Nordic collaborative seminar, Paris 8th June]]></title><description><![CDATA[Will DHC become a key element of your climate and energy transition strategy ? Or is it already the case ? Then mark the 8th of June in your agenda to come and exchange on the topic with Nordic countries in Paris.<br />
The Embassy of Sweden Trade Council , together with 4 other Nordic embassies (Denmark, Finland, Iceland and Norway) invite you to a French-Nordic seminar on "District Heating and Cooling of tomorrow" to be held in Paris on June 8th, in close collaboration with the French National (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/district-energy-of-tomorrow-french-nordic-collaborative-seminar-paris-8th-june/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 May 2017 11:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/district-energy-of-tomorrow-french-nordic-collaborative-seminar-paris-8th-june/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Honeywell and SKF launch Industrial Internet of Things pilot project]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 10 May &nbsp;2017:Honeywell Process Solutions and SKF have launched ajoint pilot project aimed at developing Industrial Internet ofThings (IIoT) solutions. The pilot project, at a copper mine inLatin America, aims to create a digital standard for improvedmachine efficiency, reliability and competitiveness for industrialcustomers.As part of the pilot project, SKF&rsquo;s expertise inbearings, lubrication and condition monitoring will be combinedwith Honeywell&rsquo;s capabilities in d]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/honeywell-and-skf-launch-industrial-internet-of-things-pilot-project/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 May 2017 08:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/honeywell-and-skf-launch-industrial-internet-of-things-pilot-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF delivers higher-performance across its INSOCOAT bearings range]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 8 May 2017: SKF&rsquo;s INSOCOAT bearings range - comprises bearings with an electrically insulating coating on the external surfaces of its inner or outer ring, plasma-sprayed with an aluminium oxide coating. The coating, which is naturally hygroscopic, is sealed with a resin to protect against the conductive effects of high humidity and moisture ingress.These bearings are specially designed and manufactured for use in rotating electrical machines, such as industrial electri]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-delivers-higher-performance-across-its-insocoat-bearings-range/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 May 2017 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-delivers-higher-performance-across-its-insocoat-bearings-range/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Deputy Mayor of London for Environment says the UK Government must do more to address air pollution from construction sites]]></title><description><![CDATA[Matthew Pencharz commented after the Department for Environment, Food &amp; Rural Affairs (Defra) finally published the consultation on its new UK Air Quality PlanLondon. 5 May 2017: Matthew Pencharz, the former Deputy Mayor of London for Environment and current director of Off Grid Energy, is urging the UK Government to do more to encourage local authorities to introduce and have the powers to enforce environmental regulations on construction sites to push the utilisation of clean...Source: Rea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/former-deputy-mayor-of-london-for-environment-says-the-uk-government-must-do-more-to-address-air-pollution-from-construction-sites/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 May 2017 16:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/former-deputy-mayor-of-london-for-environment-says-the-uk-government-must-do-more-to-address-air-pollution-from-construction-sites/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Show your support to an EU Cycling Strategy!]]></title><description><![CDATA[The European Cyclist's Federation (ECF) has launched a campaign for an EU Cycling Strategy.<br />
The aim of this campaign is to include the development of a dedicated EU Cycling Strategyin the 2018 work programme of the European Commission. A wide coalition of stakeholders, from public authorities, citizens, civil society to businesses, have already provided their support to this campaign.<br />
The ECF's campaign aims to create a level playing field for cycling with other forms of mobility in (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/show-your-support-to-an-eu-cycling-strategy/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 May 2017 10:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/show-your-support-to-an-eu-cycling-strategy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Industry challenger, Ignite ETRM, recognised for cloud-based C/ETRM in 2017 Energy Risk software rankings survey]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ignite ETRM, a leading provider of natural gas, crude oil and energy trading and risk management (ETRM), has been named as a best cloud-based CTRM/ETRM software vendor in Energy Risk&rsquo;s Software Rankings report 2017. A global survey made up of responses from oil, gas and electricity firms with validation by Chartis Research using its RiskTech Quadrant methodology.Ignite ETRM is a relatively new player in the market. Having been created by seasoned oil and gas and...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/industry-challenger-ignite-etrm-recognised-for-cloud-based-cetrm-in-2017-energy-risk-software-rankings-survey/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 May 2017 10:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/industry-challenger-ignite-etrm-recognised-for-cloud-based-cetrm-in-2017-energy-risk-software-rankings-survey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayors launch call for citizen-oriented overhaul of the EU]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gathered in Stuttgart for Energy Cities' Annual Conference &ldquo;2050 Starts Today&rdquo;, more than 20 mayors and elected leaders from all over Europe have addressed a strong message, in the form of a manifesto, to heads of states and governments. If you are to build an energy union &lsquo;with citizens at its core', build it from the ground up, through a genuine dialogue with cities.<br />
After Europe celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Treaty of Rome, it's up to cities to blow out the EU Cove]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/mayors-launch-call-for-citizen-oriented-overhaul-of-the-eu/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 May 2017 15:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/mayors-launch-call-for-citizen-oriented-overhaul-of-the-eu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What prospects for EU energy efficiency policy with the Clean Energy Package ?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Join the upcoming Energy Efficiency Watch 3 webinars to find out more !<br />
The 2016 Clean Energy for all Europeans package of the EU Commission has reinforced the position of energy efficiency policies in the EU's political agenda. One of the three key objectives of these proposals is to &ldquo;put energy efficiency first&rdquo; in the EU's energy and climate legislations. European policymakers consider energy efficiency to be crucial in reaching the EU's long-term energy and climate targets, in pa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/what-prospects-for-eu-energy-efficiency-policy-with-the-clean-energy-package-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 May 2017 11:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/what-prospects-for-eu-energy-efficiency-policy-with-the-clean-energy-package-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What prospects for EU energy efficiency policy with the Clean Energy Package?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Join the upcoming Energy Efficiency Watch 3 webinars to find out more!<br />
The 2016 Clean Energy for all Europeans package of the EU Commission has reinforced the position of energy efficiency policies in the EU's political agenda. One of the three key objectives of these proposals is to &ldquo;put energy efficiency first&rdquo; in the EU's energy and climate legislations. European policymakers consider energy efficiency to be crucial in reaching the EU's long-term energy and climate targets, in par]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/what-prospects-for-eu-energy-efficiency-policy-with-the-clean-energy-package/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 May 2017 11:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/what-prospects-for-eu-energy-efficiency-policy-with-the-clean-energy-package/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF introduces miniature profile rail guide for laboratory automation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Using a wealth of experience gained from its work within the medical sector, SKF has introduced a robust, miniature linear guide featuring low noise operation, smooth motion, high running accuracy and a self-lubricating, low maintenance design that is ideal for laboratory automation and medical equipment applications.High availability coupled with very low or near-zero maintenance requirements are essential for components destined for critical medical equipment applications or repetitive laborat]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-introduces-miniature-profile-rail-guide-for-laboratory-automation/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Apr 2017 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-introduces-miniature-profile-rail-guide-for-laboratory-automation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF First quarter report 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 27 April 2017Alrik Danielson, President andCEO:&ldquo;The first quarter of the year has seen continuedgrowth, an improved operating margin and continued debtreduction.The increase in demand strengthened gradually duringthe quarter. Net sales, at 19.6 billion, increased by 11% comparedto the first quarter last year, with the strongest development inNorth America and Asia. Sequentially, sales increased by 4%, with abroad-based improvement across all regions and most of our customerindu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-first-quarter-report-2017/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Apr 2017 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-first-quarter-report-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF Explorer single row angular contact ball bearings for high speeds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 26 April 2017: SKF's Explorer high performance, long-life bearings range now includes an improved single row angular contact ball bearing that delivers a number of benefits for designers and operators of screw compressors, pumps and gearboxes seeking to reduce the total cost of ownership of this equipment through improved reliability and energy efficiency.Featuring a redesigned brass cage that delivers reduced noise and vibration levels and improved robustness, the new 40&deg]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-explorer-single-row-angular-contact-ball-bearings-for-high-speeds/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Apr 2017 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-explorer-single-row-angular-contact-ball-bearings-for-high-speeds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breathing new life into air compressors: UK inventor Steve Lindsey named European Inventor Award 2017 finalist]]></title><description><![CDATA[British inventor Steve Lindsey nominated for EPO prize for developing energy-efficient, oil-free rotary air compressorLindsey's Blade Compressor can deliver energy savings of more than 20%Air compressors, found in many industries, make up 10% of Europe's industrial electricity useEPO President Battistelli: &ldquo;Lindsey's invention has the potential to make an impact on worldwide energy consumption.&rdquo;Munich, 26 April 2017 &ndash; Air compressors are everywhere, even if we don&rsquo;t take]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/breathing-new-life-into-air-compressors-uk-inventor-steve-lindsey-named-european-inventor-award-2017-finalist/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Apr 2017 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/breathing-new-life-into-air-compressors-uk-inventor-steve-lindsey-named-european-inventor-award-2017-finalist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CE+T Power Introduces Full Bi-directionality for its Enhanced Conversion Innovation (ECI) technology]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new, upgraded ECI brings a new dimension to power conversion, allowing for full bi-directionality and multiport useBelgium, April 26 2017: CE+T Power, award winning global power and electricity specialist, today announced the launch of new revolutionary functionality for its Enhanced Conversion Innovation (ECI) technology, including multi-source and multi-directional power conversion.The new and improved ECI technology offers bi-directionality and multi-directionality on every converter, bri]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cet-power-introduces-full-bi-directionality-for-its-enhanced-conversion-innovation-eci-technology/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Apr 2017 11:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cet-power-introduces-full-bi-directionality-for-its-enhanced-conversion-innovation-eci-technology/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF to demonstrate ‘one-stop shop’ capabilities at Nor-Shipping 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 26 April 2017: The marine sector is fast becoming a key market for specialist products and services. SKF has served the industry for many years and its portfolio of products and services has not only kept pace with, but also moved ahead of developments within the sector.The company's showing at this year's Nor-Shipping (Lillestr&oslash;m, Norway, May 30 - June 2) will demonstrate how SKF's innovative products meet the challenges of this market, saving costs and enhancing the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-demonstrate-one-stop-shop-capabilities-at-nor-shipping-2017/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Apr 2017 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-demonstrate-one-stop-shop-capabilities-at-nor-shipping-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Creation of a new city partnership in Greece and Cyprus for future smart city developments]]></title><description><![CDATA[Energy Cities was invited to participate to a networking meeting last March in Athens between the Municipalities of Aradippou (Cyprus) and Nafplio, Elefsina and Rafina-Pikermi (Greece).<br />
The aim of the meeting - at the initiative of our member city Aradippou - was the creation of an inter-municipal partnership enabling the participating Municipalities to develop as Smart Cities within the wider region of Greece-Cyprus at the Southeastern corner of Europe.<br />
The Municipalities presented their (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/creation-of-a-new-city-partnership-in-greece-and-cyprus-for-future-smart-city-developments/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Apr 2017 16:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/creation-of-a-new-city-partnership-in-greece-and-cyprus-for-future-smart-city-developments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Traktionssysteme Austria names SKF as Best Supplier of the Year]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 25 April 2017: SKF has received the Best Supplier of the Year award from Traktionssysteme Austria (TSA) in recognition of its contribution to the success of the traction drives firm. Taking the honour for the first time, SKF secured top scores in all four of TSA&rsquo;s evaluation criteria &ndash; quality, logistics, price and other, which includes general customer service, problem solving abilities and environmental responsibility.SKF has been working with TSA to provide a c]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/traktionssysteme-austria-names-skf-as-best-supplier-of-the-year/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Apr 2017 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/traktionssysteme-austria-names-skf-as-best-supplier-of-the-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wish the Covenant of Mayors could do more for you? Take the survey, you may win a journey to the EUSEW in Brussels!]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Covenant of Mayors Office, on behalf of the European Commission and with the support of the Committee of the Regions, is conducting a survey to collect local and regional authorities' expectations towards capacity-building activities offered by the initiative.<br />
This survey offers EU local and regional authorities the opportunity to have their say and tell us about the type of assistance they need to receive to develop and implement their Sustainable Energy and Climate Action Plans, or to (...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/wish-the-covenant-of-mayors-could-do-more-for-you-take-the-survey-you-may-win-a-journey-to-the-eusew-in-brussels/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Apr 2017 12:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/wish-the-covenant-of-mayors-could-do-more-for-you-take-the-survey-you-may-win-a-journey-to-the-eusew-in-brussels/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural Power adds to Heat Network Consultant status]]></title><description><![CDATA[Natural Power&rsquo;s Senior Renewable Heat Engineer, Guy Milligan, has joined the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) Certification Register of Heat Network Consultants following his training and exam success. He joins his colleague, Steve Smith, who was officially accepted as the first Scottish-based CIBSE registered Heat Network Consultant last year. Guy said: &ldquo;We expect Scotland to increase its involvement in district heating networks as a key area of focus to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-adds-to-heat-network-consultant-status/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Apr 2017 18:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/natural-power-adds-to-heat-network-consultant-status/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian to add offshore cable capabilities to UK factory in Wrexham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Move comes to support increased demand for UK and European offshore wind farmsSouthampton, 20 April 2017 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, announces the capability of its UK production facility in Wrexham to manufacture both 33 kV and 66 kV submarine cable cores used for the inter-array cable connections in offshore wind farms. The new product line will enable the linking and collecting of power produced by offshore...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-to-add-offshore-cable-capabilities-to-uk-factory-in-wrexham/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Apr 2017 12:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-to-add-offshore-cable-capabilities-to-uk-factory-in-wrexham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF’s first quarter results to be published on 27 April 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 20 April 2017:The SKF Group will publish its results for thefirst quarter on 27 April 2017 and welcomes investors, analysts andmembers of the media to take part in a conference call, which willbe held in English, at 09:00 (CET), 08:00 (UK time).To join the conference call, please dial-inusing the following details at least 10 minutes before the start ofthe call:SE: +46 (0)8 5876 9445<br />
UK: +44 (0)20 3427 1914<br />
US: +1&nbsp;212&nbsp;444 0481Please inform the operator that you wish totake]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skfs-first-quarter-results-to-be-published-on-27-april-2017/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Apr 2017 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skfs-first-quarter-results-to-be-published-on-27-april-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Union of Communities of Armenia joins Energy Cities !]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are very happy to welcome the Union of Communities of Armenia (UCA) as a new collective member of Energy Cities. The Union, established in 1997, represents the unified voice of the local self-governmental (LSG) bodies of Armenia and gathers all the municipalities of the Country.<br />
The main objectives of UCA are to strengthen local democracy in Armenia, advocate the interests of local self-governmental bodies (LSG), implement the &ldquo;European Charter of Local Self-Government&rdquo; in Armenia]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-union-of-communities-of-armenia-joins-energy-cities-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Apr 2017 10:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-union-of-communities-of-armenia-joins-energy-cities-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian: contract to supply optical fibre to Tratos Cavi SPA, a manufacturer of telecom, energy and special cables]]></title><description><![CDATA[Milan, 18 April, 2017 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, and Tratos, Italy&rsquo;s number one manufacturer of fibre optic and copper telecom cables and energy and special cables, have signed a contract for the annual supply of Prysmian&rsquo;s standard and special optical fibre to Tratos. The fibre will be manufactured at Prysmian&rsquo;s FOS &mdash; Fibre Ottiche Sud plant in Battipaglia, which every year produces 9 of the approximately...Source: Re]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-contract-to-supply-optical-fibre-to-tratos-cavi-spa-a-manufacturer-of-telecom-energy-and-special-cables/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Apr 2017 10:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-contract-to-supply-optical-fibre-to-tratos-cavi-spa-a-manufacturer-of-telecom-energy-and-special-cables/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Co-designing 2050 with citizens at #Stuttgart2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every year, energy transitioners from both the public and the private sector meet at Energy Cities' Annual Conference to build a community around energy democracy, devolution and divestment. This year, hosted by the German city of Stuttgart, the conference will feature a special peer-to-peer debate on community participation and stakeholder mobilisation.<br />
In the afternoon of conference day 2 (27th April, 14h45), we will have an exciting large-scale peer-to-peer session around how to design (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/co-designing-2050-with-citizens-at-stuttgart2017/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Apr 2017 11:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/co-designing-2050-with-citizens-at-stuttgart2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Viridian Works With 1st Touch On Digital First Mobile App]]></title><description><![CDATA[Viridian Housing is running a 1st Touch mobile working app to make their Housing Officers lives easier by reducing administration and cutting out the use of paper. The innovative app forms part of Viridian&rsquo;s Digital First initiative led by its IT and Research &amp; Innovation teams. Viridian&rsquo;s Digital First strategy aims to radically improve services for both customers and colleagues by developing their digital offering. Viridian is a social housing provider to over 30,000 residents.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/viridian-works-with-1st-touch-on-digital-first-mobile-app/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Apr 2017 14:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/viridian-works-with-1st-touch-on-digital-first-mobile-app/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two Energy Cities' members take home sustainable mobility awards !]]></title><description><![CDATA[On March 20th 2017, the European Commission awarded our Swedish member Malm&ouml; with the European Mobility Week Award and the conglomeration of Brussels-Capital with the 5th Award for Sustainable Urban Mobility Planning for its urban freight policy.<br />
Two awards, two outstanding strategies<br />
The European Mobility Week Award was designed for local authorities to highlight what have they done best to raise awareness on sustainable mobility. The city of Malm&ouml; was honored for its promotion of act]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/two-energy-cities-members-take-home-sustainable-mobility-awards-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Apr 2017 10:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/two-energy-cities-members-take-home-sustainable-mobility-awards-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Group publishes its 2016 Sustainability Report]]></title><description><![CDATA[&euro;1,710 million of economic value generated (+8%)Emissions of ozone-depleting substances decreased by 6%Human Rights Policy and whistleblowing programme launchedStrategy redefined according to the UN sustainable development goalsScorecard setting 16 sustainability targets for 2020 preparedMilan, 11 April 2017 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has published its Sustainability Report for 2016. Among the main results achieved, mention should be mad]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-publishes-its-2016-sustainability-report/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Apr 2017 14:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-publishes-its-2016-sustainability-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Conference countdown : Last week to register for #stuttgart2017 !]]></title><description><![CDATA[There is only this week left to register for Energy Cities' Conference taking place from 26-28 April in Stuttgart, Germany ! This year's event reminds us that "2050 STARTS TODAY" : The choices we make today must be based on no-regret trajectories. As we, cities, embrace this exercise, we should leave our comfort zone, and encourage all local stakeholders to join the challenge.<br />
The 2017 conference promises to be a great look into local strategies and methods for pushing democracy, devolution (...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/conference-countdown-last-week-to-register-for-stuttgart2017-/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Apr 2017 16:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/conference-countdown-last-week-to-register-for-stuttgart2017-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Group announces creation of a new regional Centre of Excellence in Brazil with investments of €45 million]]></title><description><![CDATA[Once fully operational, it will be a competitive hub to serve the local wire and cable market, and will increase product exports in the regionMilan and S&atilde;o Paulo, 10 April 2017 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, announces the creation of its new global Centre of Excellence for Latin America. The project, launched worldwide this month and involving a total investment of &euro;45 million, is the confirmation of...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-announces-creation-of-a-new-regional-centre-of-excellence-in-brazil-with-investments-of-45-million/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Apr 2017 13:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-announces-creation-of-a-new-regional-centre-of-excellence-in-brazil-with-investments-of-45-million/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian to develop IFA2, the new France-UK electricity interconnector]]></title><description><![CDATA[The project worth around &euro;350M has been awarded to Prysmian by a joint venture between French RTE and UK National Grid IFA2 Ltd240 km of HVDC 320 kV submarine cable system will allow up to 1000 MW to be transmitted between the countriesMilan, 7 April 2017 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has secured a contract worth around &euro;350 million with IFA2 SAS, a joint venture between National...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-to-develop-ifa2-the-new-france-uk-electricity-interconnector/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Apr 2017 10:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-to-develop-ifa2-the-new-france-uk-electricity-interconnector/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Summary of SKF Capital Markets Day 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF today held a Capital Markets Dayin Gothenburg, Sweden. The event focused on three main topics: anupdate on the Group&rsquo;s strategic progress, manufacturing anddigitalisation.Alrik Danielson, President and CEO,discussed the implementation of the strategy that was highlightedat the 2015 Capital Markets Day. In doing so, he addressed threeareas in detail: connectivity, modern production technologies andcurrent trends in the development towards electricvehicles.Christian Johansson, CFO, revie]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/summary-of-skf-capital-markets-day-2017/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Apr 2017 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/summary-of-skf-capital-markets-day-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aspect Named #1 Cloud CTRM Solution In Energy Risk Software Rankings Report]]></title><description><![CDATA[The annual Energy Risk Software Rankings Report announced its findings from its annual survey of top energy and commodity trading and risk management software and data management vendors, naming Aspect number one for cloud-based ETRM and CTRM software solutions globally. Aspect was also ranked second for ease of implementation, and among the top five for oil trading systems.The past three years have been record years for Aspect, as it has become a disrupter in an...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aspect-named-1-cloud-ctrm-solution-in-energy-risk-software-rankings-report/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Apr 2017 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aspect-named-1-cloud-ctrm-solution-in-energy-risk-software-rankings-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Electric power drives the future of cars]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 6 April 2017: Electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid cars are moving into the fast lane. While &lsquo;conventional&rsquo; cars will continue to dominate the market, the need to reduce carbon dioxide and particle emissions will fuel the acceleration of these &lsquo;alternative&rsquo; vehicles.Where once they were little more than a sideshow, they are now undergoing a boom: industry analyst Frost &amp; Sullivan recently estimated that EVs and hybrids could account for 10% of global]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/electric-power-drives-the-future-of-cars/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Apr 2017 11:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/electric-power-drives-the-future-of-cars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local energy ownership in Europe: An exploratory study]]></title><description><![CDATA[Across Europe, a growing number of local authorities are eager to regain control over energy systems on a wide range of scales and modalities. Through an exploratory study authored by Andreas R&uuml;dinger and funded by the French Agency for Energy Management (ADEME), Energy Cities decided to shed light on the various nuances surrounding this phenomenon of local reclaim over energy systems and offer new perspectives to cities wishing to replicate successful initiatives. This European overview (.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/local-energy-ownership-in-europe-an-exploratory-study/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Mar 2017 17:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/local-energy-ownership-in-europe-an-exploratory-study/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#Stuttgart2017 Final programme online !]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hundreds of energy transitionners will gather in Stuttgart on 26-28 April for the most important event of the year of our network. Will you be part of the Energy Cities' Annual Conference ?<br />
Have a look at the final programme and register before 14th April !<br />
40 INTERACTIVE SESSIONSto question, debate and learn from peers<br />
2 INSPIRING TALKSto think big<br />
1 PLENARY DEBATEfocusing on The Energiewende : export hit or slow seller ?<br />
KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER FROM STUTTGARTStorytelling by Lord (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/stuttgart2017-final-programme-online-/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Mar 2017 12:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/stuttgart2017-final-programme-online-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#Stuttgart2017 Final programme online!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hundreds of energy transitionners will gather in Stuttgart on 26-28 April for the most important event of the year of our network. Will you be part of the Energy Cities' Annual Conference?<br />
Have a look at the final programme and register before 14th April!<br />
40 INTERACTIVE SESSIONSto question, debate and learn from peers<br />
2 INSPIRING TALKSto think big<br />
1 PLENARY DEBATEfocusing on The Energiewende: export hit or slow seller?<br />
KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER FROM STUTTGARTStorytelling by Lord Mayor (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/stuttgart2017-final-programme-online/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Mar 2017 12:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/stuttgart2017-final-programme-online/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IEC calls on disruptive technology for universal energy access]]></title><description><![CDATA[Announcing the LVDC Conference on Sustainable Electricity Access, 22-23 May 2017, in NairobiGeneva, Switzerland, 2017-03-30 &ndash;The IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) is stepping up efforts to bring electrical energy to the 1,3 billion people who have no access to electricity, via a disruptive technology &ndash; low voltage direct current (LVDC). The IEC is hosting the inaugural LVDC Conference on Sustainable Electricity Access, in Nairobi, Kenya, on 22 and 23 May 2017, in partne]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/iec-calls-on-disruptive-technology-for-universal-energy-access/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Mar 2017 12:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/iec-calls-on-disruptive-technology-for-universal-energy-access/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#100%RES - Recommendation 4: Engaging local stakeholders]]></title><description><![CDATA[Whether the impetus for setting a 100% renewable energy target comes from the public authority, elected representatives, private players, community organisations, farmers or citizens, it is of key importance to get all stakeholders on board. It is a prerequisite for obtaining significant, sustainable results. Each category of stakeholders brings its own complexity, but also reinforces the process with its own interests and skills.<br />
And because many aspects of everyday life will be impacted (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/100res-recommendation-4-engaging-local-stakeholders/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Mar 2017 12:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/100res-recommendation-4-engaging-local-stakeholders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF invests in expanding production capacity in Malaysia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 30 March 2017:SKF is investing SEK 45 million in expandingits spherical roller bearing (SRB) capacity in Nilai, Malaysia.This investment will further improve utilisation of the Group&rsquo;smanufacturing capacity.Luc Graux, President, Bearing Operations, says:&ldquo;By investing in increased capacity and flexibility we can swiftlyimprove our ability to meet the demands of our customers, on aregional and global level.&rdquo;&ldquo;The new channel will include the latest ininternally d]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-invests-in-expanding-production-capacity-in-malaysia/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Mar 2017 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-invests-in-expanding-production-capacity-in-malaysia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to apply our 3D vision to Europe's energy and climate policies?]]></title><description><![CDATA[To know answers, rendez-vous in Stuttgart on wednesday 26 April for a two hours event!"A European energy system in 3D? Rethinking the EU's energy and climate policies through the lenses of democratization, decentralization and divestment"<br />
The European energy system will have to undergo a major shift in order to transform the EU into decarbonized, sustainable and resilient society. Business-as-usual energy and climate policies will not be sufficient to reach this ambitious goal. A new way (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/how-to-apply-our-3d-vision-to-europes-energy-and-climate-policies/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Mar 2017 09:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/how-to-apply-our-3d-vision-to-europes-energy-and-climate-policies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy Renovation Match-making Forum in Paris]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Match-making Forum on energy retrofitting was held on 27 February in Paris as part of the ACE-Retrofitting project. Here are some highlights of this main event for co-owners and professionals of the energy renovation sector.<br />
The Forum allowed over 420 visitors to find information, meet experts, attend conferences on energy renovation in condominiums. Key figures of the Forum 40 stands 420 participants 93 % of visitors would recommend the Forum to their peers 86 % found the information (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-renovation-match-making-forum-in-paris/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Mar 2017 09:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-renovation-match-making-forum-in-paris/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thenue Housing Association Launches New “Self Service App”]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thenue Housing has launched an exciting digital &ldquo;app&rdquo; which will provide a new way for customers to engage with the Association. The totally free Self-Service app uses the latest software from 1st Touch (www.1sttouch.com) to offer a range of services via phones or tablets. Thenue is hailing the app as &ldquo;great digital advance&rdquo; and says it is part of its Digital Strategy to ensure that people can contact the Association as easily as possible. Thenue...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/thenue-housing-association-launches-new-self-service-app/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Mar 2017 12:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/thenue-housing-association-launches-new-self-service-app/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF bearings put Scuderia Ferrari in the driving seat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden 22 March 2017: The 2017 Formula 1 season is almost upon us, and SKF is right at the heart of it again, extending its long association with Scuderia Ferrari. SKF will supply a range of specialist products as well as its design and validation expertise to the Italian motor racing giant.&ldquo;We have had close and lasting technical cooperation with Scuderia Ferrari for 70 years,&rdquo; says Jean-Sylvain Migliore, SKF Racing Unit Manager. &ldquo;Our parts offer real technical adv]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-bearings-put-scuderia-ferrari-in-the-driving-seat/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Mar 2017 11:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-bearings-put-scuderia-ferrari-in-the-driving-seat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The high pollution levels that hit Europe in...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The high pollution levels that hit Europe in January brought home the importance of promoting less polluting modes of transport and redesigning traffic flows to reduce congestion. Some cities have tackled the problem by implementing traffic-regulating schemes. Cities have a major part to play but asthe mayors of 20 European cities reminded the COP21 audience in Paris, measures also have to be taken at the European level, for example by tightening up the overly lax European standards on NOx (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-high-pollution-levels-that-hit-europe-in/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Mar 2017 14:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-high-pollution-levels-that-hit-europe-in/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A whiff of pure air : what measures can reduce traffic in cities ?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The high pollution levels that hit Europe in January brought home the importance of promoting less polluting modes of transport and redesigning traffic flows to reduce congestion. Some cities have tackled the problem by implementing traffic-regulating schemes. Cities have a major part to play but asthe mayors of 20 European cities reminded the COP21 audience in Paris, measures also have to be taken at the European level, for example by tightening up the overly lax European standards on NOx (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-whiff-of-pure-air-what-measures-can-reduce-traffic-in-cities-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Mar 2017 14:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-whiff-of-pure-air-what-measures-can-reduce-traffic-in-cities-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A whiff of pure air: what measures can reduce traffic in cities?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The high pollution levels that hit Europe in January brought home the importance of promoting less polluting modes of transport and redesigning traffic flows to reduce congestion. Some cities have tackled the problem by implementing traffic-regulating schemes. Cities have a major part to play but asthe mayors of 20 European cities reminded the COP21 audience in Paris, measures also have to be taken at the European level, for example by tightening up the overly lax European standards on NOx (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-whiff-of-pure-air-what-measures-can-reduce-traffic-in-cities/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Mar 2017 14:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-whiff-of-pure-air-what-measures-can-reduce-traffic-in-cities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF helps the Ducati Team gear up for MotoGP 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden 21 March 2017: SKF&rsquo;s high performance parts and specialist technical knowledge are once again helping the Ducati Team prepare for success in this year&rsquo;s MotoGP World Championship. The season starts on March 23 with the Grand Prix of Qatar on a track that last year saw the Italian motorcycle manufacturer not only place second thanks to Andrea Dovizioso but also claim the circuit&rsquo;s top speed record with Andrea Iannone&rsquo;s 351.2km/h. The 2017 Ducati Team lin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-helps-the-ducati-team-gear-up-for-motogp-2017/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Mar 2017 11:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-helps-the-ducati-team-gear-up-for-motogp-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Launch of the Efficient Buildings thematic community 'MEDNICE']]></title><description><![CDATA[In the Mediterranean area cooling (and heating) as well as low building standards induce high consumption and expenses. And this, even though a wealth of natural resources and a conducive climate do provide excellent conditions for greening residential and public buildings.<br />
The Horizontal Project MEDNICE, co-funded by the Interreg Mediterranean programme, aims at setting up a MED community of building experts and practitioners in order to share common challenges and solutions in this (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/launch-of-the-efficient-buildings-thematic-community-mednice/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Mar 2017 17:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/launch-of-the-efficient-buildings-thematic-community-mednice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Olygas Technology Joins Aspect Partner Network To Extend CTRM Capabilities]]></title><description><![CDATA[Houston, TX March 15, 2017 &ndash; Aspect and Olygas Technology have entered into a premium partnership with a strategic vision to further expand Aspect&rsquo;s cloud trade and risk management solution throughout the Middle East and Sub-Saharan Africa. Olygas Technology is a recognized consultancy in the region, unlocking actionable intelligence and opportunities for clients with local and global assets.Olisa Udezue, Chief Executive Officer at Olygas Technology says: &ldquo;Working with Aspect f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/olygas-technology-joins-aspect-partner-network-to-extend-ctrm-capabilities/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Mar 2017 15:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/olygas-technology-joins-aspect-partner-network-to-extend-ctrm-capabilities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF Enlight Centre redefines machine condition monitoring for the maritime sector]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 15 March 2017: SKF Enlight Centre is a first-of-its-kind, asset based (as opposed to measurement focused) machine health monitoring system, featuring a radically simplified user interface, designed for use by engineers and managers throughout the marine sector.This new web based &lsquo;software-as-a-service&rsquo; tool represents the first phase of a multi-segment software development strategy, from SKF&rsquo;s machine health software team, based in Gothenburg, Sweden. The go]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-enlight-centre-redefines-machine-condition-monitoring-for-the-maritime-sector/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Mar 2017 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-enlight-centre-redefines-machine-condition-monitoring-for-the-maritime-sector/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New start for the European Energy Award®]]></title><description><![CDATA[25 years of experience, 1,397 municipalities participating, total population of 46 million involved, and now the Association European Energy Award AISBL which will take over all international activites.<br />
The European Energy Award&reg; was an initiative launched by Switzerland, Austria and Germany (Land NordrheinWestfalen) in 2003. It's a programme for planning and implementign energy and climate protection policy goals and mesures in municipalities.<br />
Created at the end of December 2016, the (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-start-for-the-european-energy-award/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Mar 2017 17:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-start-for-the-european-energy-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[High performance seal option now available on an extended range of SKF Explorer deep groove ball bearings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 13 March 2017: SKF is making its high performance RSH seal design available on a larger range of SKF Explorer deep groove ball bearings. The tried and tested RSH seal uses a highly optimised dual-lip configuration to provide additional protection in demanding environments. For users, the result is bearings that last longer, especially in wet, contaminated or dusty operating conditions, and that need to be replaced less frequently.A secondary lip on the seal withstands high pr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/high-performance-seal-option-now-available-on-an-extended-range-of-skf-explorer-deep-groove-ball-bearings/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Mar 2017 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/high-performance-seal-option-now-available-on-an-extended-range-of-skf-explorer-deep-groove-ball-bearings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF renews partnership with Gothia Cup global youth football tournament]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 13 March, 2017: SKF will continue in its role as main partner to the Gothia Cup, the world&rsquo;s largest youth football tournament. In addition, SKF will continue to run the &rdquo;Meet The World&rdquo; qualifying tournaments held in around 25 countries globally.Following a ten-year partnership, SKF has extended its sponsorship agreement with Gothia Cup for a further three years, covering the tournaments to be held during 2017-2019.&ldquo;Gothia Cup is our largest corporate]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-renews-partnership-with-gothia-cup-global-youth-football-tournament/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Mar 2017 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-renews-partnership-with-gothia-cup-global-youth-football-tournament/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF consolidates organisational structure and Group Management]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 13 March 2017:SKF today announces the following steps toconsolidate its organisational structure and Group Management. Thechanges will further simplify SKF&rsquo;s technology developmentorganisation and accelerate customer-driven innovation.The Group Technology function will be combined withthe Business and Product Development function. Victoria Van Camp,previously President, Business and Product Development, will takeon responsibility for the combined organisation.Bernd Stephan, pre]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-consolidates-organisational-structure-and-group-management/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Mar 2017 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-consolidates-organisational-structure-and-group-management/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Strengthens Its Position In Offshore Wind]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two new inter-array projects awarded in Germany and DenmarkFocus on product innovation and installation capabilities Milan, 10 March 2017. Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has been awarded two new contracts for offshore wind farms in Germany (Merkur OWF) and Denmark (Horns Rev 3 OWF). Both assignments are for the development of inter-array cable systems to link among the turbines composing the off-shore wind farms, a growing market segment...Source:]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-strengthens-its-position-in-offshore-wind/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Mar 2017 12:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-strengthens-its-position-in-offshore-wind/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF offers new multipoint automatic lubricator]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 10 March 2017: SKF today announced the introduction of the SKF MultiPoint Automatic Lubricator TLMP series. Developed for industrial applications, as well as agricultural and off-road vehicles, this reliable unit facilitates proper lubrication essential for bearing life and supports improved safety for employees.The sturdy TLMP is packaged as a complete kit, including the lubricator, required tubing and connectors. Designed to supply from one to eighteen lubrication points, t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-offers-new-multipoint-automatic-lubricator/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Mar 2017 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-offers-new-multipoint-automatic-lubricator/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Join us in Stuttgart and learn from your peers in 40 interactive sessions !]]></title><description><![CDATA[This year again, the Energy Cities annual conference will offer you a unique opportunity to exchange in lively group discussions with 40 experts and urban practitioners who deal with energy transition and climate protection in their everyday work at the local level.<br />
Come and find out how the 3D - Divestment, Democracy and Devolution - give impetus to new ideas on innovative energy and climate initiatives on the ground !<br />
Listen to the stories of the cities of Stuttgart, Lisbon, Utrecht, (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/join-us-in-stuttgart-and-learn-from-your-peers-in-40-interactive-sessions-/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Mar 2017 12:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/join-us-in-stuttgart-and-learn-from-your-peers-in-40-interactive-sessions-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[100%RES - Recommendation 3 : Funding renewable energy production and energy efficiency]]></title><description><![CDATA[For cities and metropolitan areas, embarking on a 100% renewable energy path involves changing scale and supporting the development of renewable energy production in their own and surrounding areas. This support requires new tools. Capital contributions to renewable energy production projects enable the local authority to improve project viability by increasing the amount of equity, depending on the investment resources available to it.<br />
It also means that the local authority is involved in (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/100res-recommendation-3-funding-renewable-energy-production-and-energy-efficiency/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Mar 2017 17:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/100res-recommendation-3-funding-renewable-energy-production-and-energy-efficiency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF to highlight gearbox remanufacturing service at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 7 March 2017: Drawing on its expertise in bearings, gears, seals and lubrication, SKF will be demonstrating how its industrial gearbox remanufacturing service can deliver performance enhancements and extend the service life of obsolete or damaged gearboxes at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017.The service covers inspection and diagnosis at the customer's site, removal to one of SKF's accredited gearbox repair centres for reconditioning and/or upgrading, re-installation at the customer's si]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-highlight-gearbox-remanufacturing-service-at-conexpo-conagg-2017/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Mar 2017 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-highlight-gearbox-remanufacturing-service-at-conexpo-conagg-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF publishes 2016 Annual Report and launches new climate targets]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 7 March 2017:SKF has today published its 2016 AnnualReport. The report is available for download atwww.skf.com.&nbsp;At year-end 2016, the Group concluded afour-year programme to address climate change, resulting in a 14%absolute reduction in energy usage in its own operations and a 31%reduction in goods transport emissions. In addition, sales of SKF&rsquo;sBeyondZero customer solutions &ndash; products and solutions that bringsignificant environmental benefits to customers &ndash; r]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-publishes-2016-annual-report-and-launches-new-climate-targets/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Mar 2017 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-publishes-2016-annual-report-and-launches-new-climate-targets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF unveils new machinery health monitoring solutions at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 6 March 2017: SKF will use CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017, a major exhibition for the international construction and aggregates industries, to demonstrate its latest condition monitoring technologies. Taking center stage will be the SKF Multilog IMx machine health monitoring system, with the Multilog IMx-8 &ndash; an eight-channel version of this highly popular platform and SKF&rsquo;s most compact, easy-to-use machine health tool to date - making its USA debut.At this year&rsquo;s eve]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-unveils-new-machinery-health-monitoring-solutions-at-conexpo-conagg-2017/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Mar 2017 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-unveils-new-machinery-health-monitoring-solutions-at-conexpo-conagg-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF releases next-generation electromechanical linear actuators]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 3 March 2017: Making its debut at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017, an efficient and powerful new range of electromechanical linear actuators from SKF is set to provide viable replacements for many more hydraulics applications in construction vehicles and agricultural machinery.SKF has substantially increased the thrust and holding force of its CAHB electro-mechanical linear actuators, as well as achieving a marked improvement in the sealing of these units, from IP66S to IP69K/66M (with]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-releases-next-generation-electromechanical-linear-actuators/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Mar 2017 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-releases-next-generation-electromechanical-linear-actuators/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF highlights benefits of condition monitoring at Pump Centre Conference]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pumps are the heart of the water supply and wastewater industries; keeping these critical assets running efficiently places considerable demands on maintenance resources. Therefore, SKF&rsquo;s presence at this year&rsquo;s Pump Centre Conference &amp; Exhibition will focus on condition monitoring for pumps &ndash; and how machine health data can be exploited to achieve more closely tailored and economical maintenance planning and scheduling.SKF will bring a number of new innovations to the show]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-highlights-benefits-of-condition-monitoring-at-pump-centre-conference/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Mar 2017 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-highlights-benefits-of-condition-monitoring-at-pump-centre-conference/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian ahead of schedule in the realisation of the Wikinger offshore wind farm in Germany]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cable laying phase successfully completed, highlighting Prysmian&rsquo;s capabilities in managing turnkey inter-array contracts for offshore windMilan, 02 March 2017. Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has successfully completed the laying phase for the Wikinger offshore wind farm ahead of schedule. Termination and testing works are currently in progress.&ldquo;This milestone, which is quite uncommon in the offshore wind market, highlights the Group&rs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-ahead-of-schedule-in-the-realisation-of-the-wikinger-offshore-wind-farm-in-germany/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Mar 2017 11:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-ahead-of-schedule-in-the-realisation-of-the-wikinger-offshore-wind-farm-in-germany/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF custom machined seals raise the bar for reliability in chocolate manufacturing]]></title><description><![CDATA[A major global confectionary manufacturer has called on specialist seal design and manufacturing expertise from SKF to solve a sticky issue in its global chocolate manufacturing operations. The solution &ndash; custom machined seals manufactured from SKF&rsquo;s proprietary food grade H-Ecopur-95A-Blue material &ndash; has eliminated the frequent seal failures and resulting product leakage that were leading to costly machine stoppages and lost production.The company turned to SKF after facing re]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-custom-machined-seals-raise-the-bar-for-reliability-in-chocolate-manufacturing/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Mar 2017 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-custom-machined-seals-raise-the-bar-for-reliability-in-chocolate-manufacturing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF bearings ensure solid performance for offshore vessel]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF bearings with Solid Oil have helped an offshore engineering company to cut the cost of maintenance on specialist pipe-laying equipment.As well as improving safety and cleanliness &ndash; through the lack of liquid lubricant &ndash; the use of Solid Oil helped to boost operating efficiency, which is of critical importance to the UK oil and gas industry.The solution devised by SKF was used on a pipe tensioner that sits on the deck of a pipe-laying ship. The machine helps to control tension in]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-bearings-ensure-solid-performance-for-offshore-vessel/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2017 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-bearings-ensure-solid-performance-for-offshore-vessel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Health monitoring system keeps an eye on the fleet]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 28 February 2017: When you&rsquo;re out at sea, the last thing you need is a major breakdown. In such a case, it would mean being towed back to dry dock for expensive repairs &ndash; and that&rsquo;s something that hard-pressed shipping companies can do without.One way around this is to keep a constant watch over onboard assets condition, and SKF has helped one shipping customer to do this &ndash; introducing condition monitoring to its ship, with plans to extend the service]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/health-monitoring-system-keeps-an-eye-on-the-fleet/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2017 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/health-monitoring-system-keeps-an-eye-on-the-fleet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A step change in affordable machine health monitoring from SKF]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 28 February 2017: SKF has launched a compact 8-channel version of its highly popular IMx machine health monitoring platform. Initially targeted at the Offshore Wind and Marine sectors, this versatile system brings affordable machine health monitoring to a much wider industrial user base.The Multilog IMx-8 eight-channel unit provides an attractive option for users of mechanical and fluid power train applications, while the combination of an 'Event Capture' feature will appeal]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-step-change-in-affordable-machine-health-monitoring-from-skf/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2017 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-step-change-in-affordable-machine-health-monitoring-from-skf/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF seizes counterfeit bearings in West Yorkshire raid]]></title><description><![CDATA[A raid, led by members of the UK Trading Standards authority alongside staff from SKF's Brand Protection Team, has resulted in the seizure of counterfeit bearings which otherwise could have been sold on to unsuspecting industrial customers and end-users. Several thousands of bearings, of more than 170 different types and sizes were seized, with an estimated total weight of 1.5 tons. A wide range of products was seized, including items used in automotive applications as well as industrial machine]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-seizes-counterfeit-bearings-in-west-yorkshire-raid/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Feb 2017 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-seizes-counterfeit-bearings-in-west-yorkshire-raid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Counterfeit SKF bearings seized in West Yorkshire raid]]></title><description><![CDATA[A raid, led by members of the West Yorkshire Trading Standards authority alongside staff from SKF's Brand Protection Team, has resulted in the seizure of counterfeit bearings which otherwise could have been sold on to unsuspecting industrial customers and end-users. Several thousands of bearings, of more than 170 different types and sizes were seized, with an estimated total weight of 1.5 tons. A wide range of products was seized, including items used in automotive applications as well as indust]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/counterfeit-skf-bearings-seized-in-west-yorkshire-raid/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Feb 2017 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/counterfeit-skf-bearings-seized-in-west-yorkshire-raid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spare parts management]]></title><description><![CDATA[Machines need spare parts. Any business operating significant quantities of machinery will carry of a stock of replacement components. Those parts fulfill a variety of purposes. They are there to replace items that wear out during normal operations, such as bearings, seals and filters and they need to be ready for planned upgrades and overhaul activities. They act as insurance, allowing maintenance teams to fix breakdowns faster than the lead times required to secure replacements from an externa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/spare-parts-management/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Feb 2017 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/spare-parts-management/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moving data from big to smart]]></title><description><![CDATA[Collecting data is one thing, but making sense of it is what adds value. In modern industrial parlance, it&rsquo;s about turning &lsquo;Big Data&rsquo; into &lsquo;Smart Data&rsquo;.Big Data is often considered to be simply the vast amount of data &ndash; generated from sensors, devices, systems and other measurements equipment &ndash; which you then have to make sense of. However, it is actually a bit more than that.Data does not all take the same form. Some is &lsquo;structured&rsquo; &ndash;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/moving-data-from-big-to-smart/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Feb 2017 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/moving-data-from-big-to-smart/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian to provide submarine power cable links for offshore wind farms in France]]></title><description><![CDATA[Valued more than &euro;300M the award by RTE (R&eacute;seau de Transport d'&Eacute;lectricit&eacute;) is the first contract ever for connecting offshore wind electricity to the French gridPrysmian re-confirms its leading role in offshore power grids enabling the development and growth of offshore renewable energy Milan, 21 February 2017. Prysmian, world leader in the energy and telecom cable industry, has been awarded a contract worth more than &euro; 300 million with R&eacute;seau de Transport]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-to-provide-submarine-power-cable-links-for-offshore-wind-farms-in-france/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2017 15:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-to-provide-submarine-power-cable-links-for-offshore-wind-farms-in-france/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Just released! Two new guidebooks on financing the energy renovation of public and residential buildings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Learn how to develop and implement three innovative financing schemes that have been tested by 11 European cities and regions !<br />
Although many cities and regions have engaged into the energy transition, financing sustainable energy measures remains a great challenge. Some project investment costs are high, and covering them by using only municipal budget and traditional financing mechanisms is difficult.<br />
Local and regional authorities have to be resourceful and open-minded to invent and (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/just-released-two-new-guidebooks-on-financing-the-energy-renovation-of-public-and-residential-buildings-2/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2017 10:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/just-released-two-new-guidebooks-on-financing-the-energy-renovation-of-public-and-residential-buildings-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Just released ! Two new guidebooks on financing the energy renovation of public and residential buildings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Learn how to develop and implement three innovative financing schemes that have been tested by 11 European cities and regions !<br />
Although many cities and regions have engaged into the energy transition, financing sustainable energy measures remains a great challenge. Some project investment costs are high, and covering them by using only municipal budget and traditional financing mechanisms is difficult.<br />
Local and regional authorities have to be resourceful and open-minded to invent and (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/just-released-two-new-guidebooks-on-financing-the-energy-renovation-of-public-and-residential-buildings/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2017 10:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/just-released-two-new-guidebooks-on-financing-the-energy-renovation-of-public-and-residential-buildings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ETL Systems RF equipment selected by EMCALI for Colombian power project]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madley, UK. 21 February 2017: ETL Systems, a global designer and manufacturer of RF signal distribution equipment for satellite communications, has been chosen by Colombian telecommunications, water and electricity services provider, EMCALI, to provide RF equipment for its Cali teleport expansion project. EMCALI required a 32 input x 128 output L-band matrix system that could be used to manage L-band signal necessary to improve operation and performance of video and data traffic. This in turn...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/etl-systems-rf-equipment-selected-by-emcali-for-colombian-power-project/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2017 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/etl-systems-rf-equipment-selected-by-emcali-for-colombian-power-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF inverted roller screws engineered for high performance]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF&rsquo;s range of inverted roller screws has been engineered to withstand high loads under the most challenging conditions.Products in the company&rsquo;s ISR and ISB ranges ensure powerful electromechanical actuation in applications that require compactness, low torque and high load. They were developed for compact electromechanical cylinders &ndash; in which the motor is wrapped around the screw &ndash; and typically replace hydraulic or pneumatic actuation systems.Common applications inclu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-inverted-roller-screws-engineered-for-high-performance/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2017 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-inverted-roller-screws-engineered-for-high-performance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First Utility adds Netmums accreditation and Institute of Customer Service ‘ServiceMark’ to its growing collection of customer service accolades]]></title><description><![CDATA[17 February 2017 &ndash; First Utility, the largest challenger to the Big Six energy providers, has become the only Netmums-accredited energy company for customer service and value in 2017 and has also achieved the prestigious ServiceMark recognition from The Institute of Customer Service. These accolades complement its Customer Service of the Year award and its Good Housekeeping Reader Recommended status for service and value. Netmums, the UK&rsquo;s largest parenting website, presented First U]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/first-utility-adds-netmums-accreditation-and-institute-of-customer-service-servicemark-to-its-growing-collection-of-customer-service-accolades/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Feb 2017 11:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/first-utility-adds-netmums-accreditation-and-institute-of-customer-service-servicemark-to-its-growing-collection-of-customer-service-accolades/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF highlights latest rail service offerings at Railtex 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[At Railtex 2017 on Stand U45, SKF will demonstrate a wide range of services and hardware solutions that bring substantial improvements to rail maintenance scheduling and operational reliability.SKF Insight Rail takes centre stage this year. This wireless-enabled, vibration sensor-based condition monitoring system provides key information on the state of critical wheelset mechanical components. The sensor signals are processed and transmitted via the GSM network to a remote diagnostics centre for]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-highlights-latest-rail-service-offerings-at-railtex-2017/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Feb 2017 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-highlights-latest-rail-service-offerings-at-railtex-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Registration open for Energy Cities' Conference : 26-28 April in Stuttgart]]></title><description><![CDATA[Each year, there is this one special moment, where our network comes together in flesh and blood, with smiles, handshakes and hugs. This special moment is Energy Cities' Annual Conference, a gathering not only of network members but also an invitation to other energy transitioners from the public and private sector to share their innovative thoughts and best practices with European peers. CLICK TO REGISTER !<br />
Our team is in the starting blocks to welcome you in the German city of (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/registration-open-for-energy-cities-conference-26-28-april-in-stuttgart/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2017 11:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/registration-open-for-energy-cities-conference-26-28-april-in-stuttgart/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New White Paper from IEC assesses the worldwide needs, benefits, policies and preconditions for Global Energy Interconnection]]></title><description><![CDATA[Geneva, Switzerland, 16 February 2017 &ndash; Energy is central to nearly every major challenge and opportunity the world faces. However, one fifth of the world population still lacks access to energy and 3 billion people rely on wood, coal or animal waste for cooking and heating. Today, sustainable energy and climate change are big global concerns.The interconnection of grids would open up an unprecedented opportunity to globally share the resources of the whole planet, bringing...Source: RealW]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-white-paper-from-iec-assesses-the-worldwide-needs-benefits-policies-and-preconditions-for-global-energy-interconnection/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2017 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-white-paper-from-iec-assesses-the-worldwide-needs-benefits-policies-and-preconditions-for-global-energy-interconnection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Training catalogue lays out SKF courses for 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF&rsquo;s catalogue of its 2017 training courses is now available &ndash; offering multiple opportunities for employees to enhance their skills.The courses cover everything from basic knowledge of bearings, through more advanced techniques &ndash; such as bearing damage classification &ndash; to complete modules on condition-based maintenance and work control processes.&ldquo;Companies that invest time and money upgrading the skills of their employees will, in time, reap the rewards of their i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/training-catalogue-lays-out-skf-courses-for-2017/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Feb 2017 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/training-catalogue-lays-out-skf-courses-for-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Group Academy Celebrates Five Years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Created in 2012, it has trained over 1,500 individuals worldwideMilan, 14 February 2017 &ndash; Prysmian Group Academy &mdash; the corporate university of the world leader in the energy and telecom cable industry &mdash; is now in its fifth year of operation. Created in 2012, also thanks to a partnership with the SDA Bocconi School of Management, it has allowed over 1,500 individuals of various nationalities to receive training from 50 SDA Bocconi faculty members, an...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-academy-celebrates-five-years/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2017 10:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-academy-celebrates-five-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Politicial Board of Cities to steer the EU Covenant of Mayors]]></title><description><![CDATA[The European Commission's Covenant of Mayors held its first political board meeting on Friday 10 February 2017 in Brussels.<br />
&ldquo;Mayors in Europe have been committing to climate and energy issues for years now. We are achieving great results, on track to deliver our part of the EU 2020 objectives. A number of cities have done even more. We are ready to go further, in line with the Paris Agreement, but for that we have to change investment scales, and the scales of (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-politicial-board-of-cities-to-steer-the-eu-covenant-of-mayors/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2017 12:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-politicial-board-of-cities-to-steer-the-eu-covenant-of-mayors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Political Board of Cities to steer the EU Covenant of Mayors]]></title><description><![CDATA[The European Commission's Covenant of Mayors held its first political board meeting on Friday 10 February 2017 in Brussels.<br />
&ldquo;Mayors in Europe have been committing to climate and energy issues for years now. We are achieving great results, on track to deliver our part of the EU 2020 objectives. A number of cities have done even more. We are ready to go further, in line with the Paris Agreement, but for that we have to change investment scales, and the scales of (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-political-board-of-cities-to-steer-the-eu-covenant-of-mayors/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2017 12:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-political-board-of-cities-to-steer-the-eu-covenant-of-mayors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fluid situation: sustainability in compressors]]></title><description><![CDATA[The COP21 meeting in Paris was a seismic event that will have a huge effect on sustainability. Future legislation and guidelines are likely to be shaped by what was decided at the conference.Rob Jenkinson, director of corporate sustainability at SKF, says the agreement reached in Paris must now lead to a raft of sensible and challenging legislation &ndash; introducing the practical measures that will restrict future temperature rises to less than 2 degrees C.However, the &lsquo;Paris effect&rsqu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/fluid-situation-sustainability-in-compressors/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2017 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/fluid-situation-sustainability-in-compressors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian at FTTH Conference 2017: “The world is moving towards a ubiquitous global fibre presence and we are ready to contribute with our best innovative solutions”]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Group will showcase latest innovations to support the development of broadband in Europe and discuss plans for the future Milan, 9 February 2017 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry and owner of the only European technology for the production of optical fibre, will showcase its latest innovations and discuss its plans for the future at FTTH Conference 2017, taking place February 14-16 in Marseille. &ldquo;With the world...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-at-ftth-conference-2017-the-world-is-moving-towards-a-ubiquitous-global-fibre-presence-and-we-are-ready-to-contribute-with-our-best-innovative-solutions/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2017 12:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-at-ftth-conference-2017-the-world-is-moving-towards-a-ubiquitous-global-fibre-presence-and-we-are-ready-to-contribute-with-our-best-innovative-solutions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pamplona: How does the city take back control of its energy services?]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is not an easy task to make the transition from a private to a city-run system. The circumstances leading to this move can vary greatly, be it dissatisfaction with the private services, new political priorities of the city council or pressure from civil society.<br />
In Pamplona, a city of 196,000 inhabitants located in north-eastern Spain, the shift to renewable and decentralised energy has become a clear political objective since the elections in 2015.Armando Cuenca is the Urban Ecology (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/pamplona-how-does-the-city-take-back-control-of-its-energy-services/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2017 16:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/pamplona-how-does-the-city-take-back-control-of-its-energy-services/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Group at Middle East Electricity 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Group showcases its full range of cables, including its most recent innovations for Construction, Power Transmission and Industrial applicationsFocus on PRY-CAM Monitoring Systems, TECSUN Solar cables and P-Laser, the most powerful cable solution for HVDC power transmission, with dedicated technical seminarsMilan, 07 February 2017 &ndash; Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cables and systems industry, will showcase state-of-the-art technologies at MEE 2017, the electrical]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-at-middle-east-electricity-2017/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2017 11:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-at-middle-east-electricity-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Superior performance and reliability, precisely delivered by Lincoln PowerLuber cordless grease guns]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest generation of Lincoln PowerLuber cordless grease guns from SKF uses lithium-ion battery technology to deliver unprecedented performance. Lithium-ion batteries offer extended operation on a single charge and a longer battery lifetime, even under heavy use.The lithium-ion PowerLuber range is the most comprehensive in the industry, with 12, 18 and 20 V models available to suit every lubrication application, from light workshop and hobby use through to the most demanding production enviro]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/superior-performance-and-reliability-precisely-delivered-by-lincoln-powerluber-cordless-grease-guns/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2017 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/superior-performance-and-reliability-precisely-delivered-by-lincoln-powerluber-cordless-grease-guns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reclassification of specification of Net cash flow used in investing activities in SKF Year-end report 2016]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 6 February2017:SKF announces a reclassificationbetween lines in the specification of the "Net cash flow used ininvesting activities" in the SKF Year-end report 2016. The changesrefer to page 11 of the report, under the headline &ldquo;Condensedconsolidated statement of cash flow&rdquo;.The changes do not impact the Netcash flow used in investing activities, which remains SEK -751million for Oct-Dec 2016 and SEK 567 million for Jan-Dec2016.The following lines areaffected by the reclas]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/reclassification-of-specification-of-net-cash-flow-used-in-investing-activities-in-skf-year-end-report-2016/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2017 08:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/reclassification-of-specification-of-net-cash-flow-used-in-investing-activities-in-skf-year-end-report-2016/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smart controller simplifies the management of complex lubrication systems]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new addition to SKF&rsquo;s comprehensive range of lubrication products, the LMC 301 is a programmable controller for applications where sophisticated control of lubricant delivery is required. Designed for use with pumps that have no built-in controller, the LMC 301 combines all critical lubrication system management functions in a single package, simplifying system setup, operation, monitoring and maintenance.The unit has been designed with modern, precision lubrication applications in mind.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/smart-controller-simplifies-the-management-of-complex-lubrication-systems/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2017 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/smart-controller-simplifies-the-management-of-complex-lubrication-systems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[100%RES - Recommendation 2 : Creating new urban-rural partnerships]]></title><description><![CDATA[Local governments want to get involved and participate in the economic development of their area together with new, game-changing stakeholders, cooperatives and smaller businesses. Rural communities with sufficient resources (forest, wind, agricultural waste, etc.) and space will be able to produce energy, as they already produce food, and &ldquo;export&rdquo; their surpluses (electricity, biogas, wood, etc.) to energy intensive urban areas with insufficient resources to meet all their needs. Ne]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/100res-recommendation-2-creating-new-urban-rural-partnerships/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2017 13:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/100res-recommendation-2-creating-new-urban-rural-partnerships/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF Year-end report 2016]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 2 February 2017Alrik Danielson, President andCEO:&ldquo;In 2016 we have seen market conditions graduallyimprove and SKF is now growing again. In the fourth quarter,organic sales increased by 1.2% compared to last year.Sequentially, sales were slightly higher, mainly driven by Asia.Net sales in the quarter were SEK 18.8 billion. We saw a gradualstrengthening in demand during the quarter and less of the seasonalpre-buying which is otherwise associated with that time ofyear.Operating pr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-year-end-report-2016/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2017 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-year-end-report-2016/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy Cities presents a brighter State of the Energy Union !]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Energy Union should be an opportunity to accelerate the energy transition and define a new set of roles, rights and responsibilities for the new players who are at the forefront of it. Instead, the project is mostly focused on creating a giant supergrid of interconnected national energy markets, forcing almost all kinds of renewable energy projects to compete along the same rules. As the Commissioner in charge makes his presentation of the &ldquo;state of the energy union&rdquo;, Energy Citi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-cities-presents-a-brighter-state-of-the-energy-union-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2017 14:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-cities-presents-a-brighter-state-of-the-energy-union-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy Cities presents a brighter, local State of the Energy Union !]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Energy Union should be an opportunity to accelerate the energy transition and define a new set of roles, rights and responsibilities for the new players who are at the forefront of it. Instead, the project is mostly focused on creating a giant supergrid of interconnected national energy markets, forcing almost all kinds of renewable energy projects to compete along the same rules. As the Commissioner in charge makes his presentation of the &ldquo;state of the energy union&rdquo;, Energy Citi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-cities-presents-a-brighter-local-state-of-the-energy-union-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2017 14:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-cities-presents-a-brighter-local-state-of-the-energy-union-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF destroys 15 tons of fake bearings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 1 February, 2017: SKF has recently completed legal proceedings against a dealer of counterfeit bearings in Greece. Initiated in 2009, a total of 15 tons of counterfeit SKF bearings were seized as part of a raid at a dealer&rsquo;s warehouse in the area of Piraeus, with whom SKF had no business relationship during these years. The bearings have now officially been declared counterfeit by the Greek courts system, resulting in their destruction.The raid in 2009 resulted in the s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-destroys-15-tons-of-fake-bearings/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2017 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-destroys-15-tons-of-fake-bearings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hasta la transición! Una transizione per favore!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Energy Cities' Proposals for the energy transition of cities and towns are now available in Spanish and Italian.<br />
30 propuestas de Energy Cities para la transici&oacute;n energ&eacute;tica de ciudades grandes y peque&ntilde;as<br />
30 proposte di Energy Cities per la transizione energetica nelle citt&agrave;<br />
Sounds good, doesn't it?<br />
Energy Cities' main publication, based on over a hundred local best practices, provides inspiration to think and act differently.<br />
12 versions available (see here)English (]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hasta-la-transicin-una-transizione-per-favore/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2017 17:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hasta-la-transicin-una-transizione-per-favore/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SolarEdge's HD-Wave Inverter First Ever to Reach 99% CEC Efficiency Rating]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fremont, USA (January 31, 2017) &ndash; SolarEdge Technologies, Inc. (&ldquo;SolarEdge&rdquo;) (NASDAQ: SEDG), a global leader in PV inverters, power optimizers, and module-level monitoring services, announced today that its award-winning HD-Wave inverter set a new record for the California Energy Commission (CEC), by reaching 99% weighted efficiency. Topping the CEC inverter efficiency list, SolarEdge&rsquo;s HD-Wave inverter is based on a novel power conversion topology that significantly decr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/solaredges-hd-wave-inverter-first-ever-to-reach-99-cec-efficiency-rating/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2017 15:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/solaredges-hd-wave-inverter-first-ever-to-reach-99-cec-efficiency-rating/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF simplifies the design and operation of centralised lubrication systems with the Lincoln EDL1]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new dosage and pressure boosting pump offers a simpler, more controllable way to deliver high precision lubrication in demanding production environments. The Lincoln electrically driven lubricator EDL1 is a robust, self-contained lubricant dispensing system that can inject grease at a pressure of up to 280bar (4,060psi) to the connected lubrication system or lubrication point.The device incorporates an electrically driven piston pump with an integrated control board that manages the lubricatio]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-simplifies-the-design-and-operation-of-centralised-lubrication-systems-with-the-lincoln-edl1/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2017 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-simplifies-the-design-and-operation-of-centralised-lubrication-systems-with-the-lincoln-edl1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roller screws for valve actuation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Modern plants depend on a wide range of electromechanical actuators to provide the vital link between control logic and the process itself. For processes to perform safely and efficiently, those actuators must be quick, precise and reliable. To optimise plant layouts, and simplify installation and maintenance, they should also be small and compact. For the most part, today&rsquo;s electromechanical actuators fulfil all these requirements, offering levels of performance that far exceed their hydr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/roller-screws-for-valve-actuation/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2017 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/roller-screws-for-valve-actuation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Improving your process equipment step by step]]></title><description><![CDATA[The value chain in the food sector is dominated by the major retailers, who seek lower prices from their suppliers without compromising food quality and safety. These demands place considerable pressures on food producers to find greater efficiencies in their manufacturing processes, reducing waste and energy consumption, and improving machine availability. So, at the machine component level, where can these efficiencies be made?Bearings are to be found in almost every machine used in food and d]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/improving-your-process-equipment-step-by-step/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2017 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/improving-your-process-equipment-step-by-step/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Housing benefits]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bearing housings are modular assemblies designed to make it easy to install bearings and shafts while protecting bearings, extending their operating life and simplifying maintenance.Housings are available in many sizes, and generally fall into five standard categories: split plummer (or pillow) block housings, non-split plummer block housings, flanged housings, take-up housings and two-bearing housings. These products can be designed to meet specific duty requirements such as load, speed and ope]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/housing-benefits/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2017 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/housing-benefits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five stages of the bearing life cycle]]></title><description><![CDATA[While modern desktop techniques have certainly eased the burden of bearing life prediction, there's no getting away from the fact that a bearing's initial installation, setting and subsequent care-in-service will ultimately determine its life expectancy. Indeed, a bearing&rsquo;s life can be broken down into several distinct stages, each of which will define its requirements regarding the maintenance methods and tools that it will need in service; ignore these and a bearing&rsquo;s chances of ac]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/five-stages-of-the-bearing-life-cycle/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2017 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/five-stages-of-the-bearing-life-cycle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Electrical testing – the missing link in motor condition monitoring?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monitoring the health of an electric motor should entail measurement of both mechanical and electrical parameters in order to gain a comprehensive assessment of its operating condition. Vibration signature analysis, thermography and even oil analysis will provide early indications of mechanical problems, but these are unlikely to reveal the onset of insulation failure, phase imbalances, torque anomalies and the like, which will have a significant impact on motor performance and life expectancy.V]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/electrical-testing-the-missing-link-in-motor-condition-monitoring/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2017 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/electrical-testing-the-missing-link-in-motor-condition-monitoring/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Condition-based lubrication reduces asset management costs]]></title><description><![CDATA[As a result, operators are showing increasing interest in more comprehensive asset management packages - implementing combined remote condition monitoring and automatic lubrication systems, for example, which can have a positive impact on operating life and maintenance cost reduction. Specifying such a condition-based lubrication system, either on a new turbine or as a retrofit, is becoming an attractive option for operators seeking to reduce running costs.While sophisticated lubrication systems]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/condition-based-lubrication-reduces-asset-management-costs/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2017 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/condition-based-lubrication-reduces-asset-management-costs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Compact and reliable motor encoder technology]]></title><description><![CDATA[While traditional encoders have been used for many years to measure motor shaft speed, direction and position, they are essentially a 'bolt-on' extra that requires additional space on the motor shaft; moreover, these encoders are highly susceptible to mechanical shock loading, and their measurement outputs can be adversely affected by locally intense electric and magnetic fields.One solution has been to integrate the speed and direction sensor functionality with the motor shaft bearing assembly]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/compact-and-reliable-motor-encoder-technology/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2017 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/compact-and-reliable-motor-encoder-technology/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A step-change in bearing seal design]]></title><description><![CDATA[In 1919, some two years after joining SKF, the talented Swedish engineer, Arvid Palmgren proposed a design for the first self-aligning spherical roller bearing. But it wasn&rsquo;t until the 1990s that SKF first introduced a sealed version of this novel and versatile bearing design. High load carrying capabilities, tolerance of misalignment and the ability to function in adverse environmental conditions have made the sealed spherical roller bearing a popular choice, and there are now more than 1]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-step-change-in-bearing-seal-design/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2017 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-step-change-in-bearing-seal-design/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian UK to develop the land cable connections for the East Anglia ONE offshore wind farm]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 220 kV underground cable will link 102 turbines to the grid to power 500,000 homes&ldquo;We are proud to be involved in a world-leading project of this significance for the UK renewable energy sector,&rdquo; said Llyr Roberts, Prysmian UK CEOMilan, 30 January 2017 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has secured a &pound; 27 million contract with East Anglia One Limited to supply and install the land cable...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-uk-to-develop-the-land-cable-connections-for-the-east-anglia-one-offshore-wind-farm/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2017 13:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-uk-to-develop-the-land-cable-connections-for-the-east-anglia-one-offshore-wind-farm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Devolve (to) : verb to be conjugated in the present to improve the future]]></title><description><![CDATA[... or how to achieve the energy transition !<br />
[I devolve&hellip;]<br />
Devolution is the shift of competences for public services from central government to sub-national or quasi-independent organisations. These organisations enjoy varying degrees of autonomy and have their own budget.<br />
[You devolve&hellip;]<br />
In Scandinavian and federal countries, municipalities are responsible for the energy supply of their territory. They have created local energy companies to do this job. Ideally, this encourages th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/devolve-to-verb-to-be-conjugated-in-the-present-to-improve-the-future/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2017 15:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/devolve-to-verb-to-be-conjugated-in-the-present-to-improve-the-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moving materials with a sustainable focus]]></title><description><![CDATA[The climate meeting in Paris (COP21) proved that politicians are capable of coming to agreement on important issues. While they can be commended for their diplomatic skills, the hard work of implementing environmental targets will largely be down to industry.SKF&rsquo;s Director of Corporate Sustainability, Rob Jenkinson, recently said that industry will need to &ldquo;roll up its sleeves and plot a way forward&rdquo; in putting these commitments into practice. This needs to begin straight away,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/moving-materials-with-a-sustainable-focus/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2017 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/moving-materials-with-a-sustainable-focus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian’s New Chilean Affiliate Established]]></title><description><![CDATA[&rdquo;Prysmian Chile will allow the group to reinforce its position in the South American market,&rdquo; declared M. Del Brenna, CEO Prysmian Group South AmericaMilan, 26 January 2017&ndash; Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, announces the establishment of its new Chilean affiliate, which is now fully operational.The South American market is experiencing growth in both the Energy and Telecom sectors, and Chile is one of the most promising markets in..]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmians-new-chilean-affiliate-established/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2017 12:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmians-new-chilean-affiliate-established/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why hygienic design of bearings is key to food safety]]></title><description><![CDATA[An emphasis on the hygiene element of the design of equipment can play an important role in controlling the safety of food products manufactured. However, applying this too broadly without focussing specifically on the hygienic design of the components part of the system, can potentially risk the spread of bacteria trapped within bearings, says Davide Zanghi, the person responsible for the Hygienic design office in SKF.Hygienic design considers specifically how problems such as corrosion, lubric]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/why-hygienic-design-of-bearings-is-key-to-food-safety/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2017 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/why-hygienic-design-of-bearings-is-key-to-food-safety/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Site visit - Condominium energy retrofitting in Paris : It takes trust, entrepreneurship and ambition!]]></title><description><![CDATA[On the occasion of the kick-off meeting of ACE-Retrofitting - Interreg North-West Europe, the Paris Climate Agency (Agence Parisienne du Climat - APC) organised in cooperation with Energy Cities a full-day event on the energy retrofitting of condominiums, on 18 January 2017 in Paris. Besides the ACE-Retrofitting project partners, the event gathered local players from the renovation sector in France, Belgium, the Netherlands, the United-Kingdom, Germany and Slovakia.<br />
After a great morning (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/site-visit-condominium-energy-retrofitting-in-paris-it-takes-trust-entrepreneurship-and-ambition/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2017 09:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/site-visit-condominium-energy-retrofitting-in-paris-it-takes-trust-entrepreneurship-and-ambition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family-sized Solar Car to Race in World Solar Challenge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Battery Technology | Electric Cars | Solar Power | TransportationSolar Team Great Britain has started a kickstarter page to help fund their design for entry in the 2017 World Solar Challenge. Founder Steven Heape leads a team of volunteers from many different disciplines, companies and universities working on a family-sized solar car to compete in the cruiser class. &ldquo;Cruiser Class is about two or [&hellip;]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/family-sized-solar-car-to-race-in-world-solar-challenge/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2017 09:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/family-sized-solar-car-to-race-in-world-solar-challenge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EU Emission Trading System: European Parliament puts a cap on local investments in "Modernisation Fund"]]></title><description><![CDATA[The EU Emission Trading System (ETS), a key tool of EU climate policy and the world's largest carbon trading instrument, is currently being reformed for the period of 2021-2030. The European Parliament (EP) will adopt its ETS position on February 15th. According to its report, the Parliament plans to cap the share of local investments in the ETS Modernisation Fund. This funding instrument uses 2% of the ETS pollution permits revenue to support 10 Central and Eastern European Member States in (..]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/eu-emission-trading-system-european-parliament-puts-a-cap-on-local-investments-in-modernisation-fund/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2017 11:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/eu-emission-trading-system-european-parliament-puts-a-cap-on-local-investments-in-modernisation-fund/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF’s year-end results to be published on 2 February 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 20 January 2017The SKF Group will publish its full year results on 2February 2017 and welcomes investors, analysts and members of themedia to take part in a conference call, which will be held inEnglish, at 14:00 (CET), 13:00 (UK Time).The join the conference call, please dial-in usingthe following details at least 10 minutes before the start of thecall:SE: +46 8 5352 6408<br />
UK: +44 20 7136 2051<br />
US: +1&nbsp;718&nbsp;354 1158Please inform the operator that you wish to take partin the SK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skfs-year-end-results-to-be-published-on-2-february-2017/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2017 12:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skfs-year-end-results-to-be-published-on-2-february-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An EU Roadmap 2050 (and other results) from the "Post-carbon cities of tomorrow" project]]></title><description><![CDATA[As one of the major results of the POCACITO 7FP project (2014-2016), an EU Roadmap 2050 was published in December 2016 and calls for cities to be better involved in policy making, notably the EU Energy Union strategy and legislative package. It is the result of a two-year consultation process with EU stakeholders in Brussels and from targeted cities.<br />
According to the roadmap, representatives of cities should be formally appointed to influence UN, EU and national decisions. In light with (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/an-eu-roadmap-2050-and-other-results-from-the-post-carbon-cities-of-tomorrow-project/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2017 16:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/an-eu-roadmap-2050-and-other-results-from-the-post-carbon-cities-of-tomorrow-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Focus on innovation and project execution for offshore wind farms in northern Europe]]></title><description><![CDATA[The interconnection between the Veja Mate offshore wind farm and the BorWin2 platform in the German North Sea has been successfully plugged inThe project was awarded to Prysmian Group by TenneT, the Dutch-German grid operatorMilan, 17 January 2017 - Prysmian Group, world leader in energy and telecom cable systems industry, announces that the interconnection between the Veja Mate offshore wind farm and the offshore grid connection system BorWin2 in the German North Sea has been...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/focus-on-innovation-and-project-execution-for-offshore-wind-farms-in-northern-europe/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2017 12:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/focus-on-innovation-and-project-execution-for-offshore-wind-farms-in-northern-europe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Driving bearing innovation for Formula 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[The foundations of Formula 1 can be traced back to 1946, when it was defined to be the premier single seater racing category in worldwide motorsport. SKF has been a leading supplier of bearings for Formula 1 vehicles since the early days of its inception. Indeed, the company prides itself on not only its durable solutions but also its enduring relations in the sector &ndash; its technical partnership with Scuderia Ferrari stretches back to 1947, for example.With dedicated application engineers s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/driving-bearing-innovation-for-formula-1/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2017 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/driving-bearing-innovation-for-formula-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF invests in roller manufacturing in China]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 16 January, 2017SKF is investing SEK 70 million in developing rollermanufacturing capabilities in Dalian, China. The investment willimprove utilisation of the Group&rsquo;s global manufacturing capacityand strengthen SKF&rsquo;s service capabilities in China.Patrick Tong, President, Industrial Sales Asia, says:&ldquo;Developing our roller manufacturing capabilities in China is astrategically important step. It allows us to better utilise ourexisting manufacturing footprint and streng]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-invests-in-roller-manufacturing-in-china/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2017 08:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-invests-in-roller-manufacturing-in-china/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF invests further SEK 145 million in Schweinfurt production channels]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 16 &nbsp;January 2017SKF is investing a further SEK 145 million inimproving the competitiveness of its large-size bearing productionin Schweinfurt, Germany.As part of the investment, a new, automatized hard machiningchannel will be installed. Combining this with the latest inconnectivity solutions will allow for shorter resetting times andgreater flexibility in production batch sizes.&nbsp;A new heat treatment process will also be implemented, making theprocess more efficient and imp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-invests-further-sek-145-million-in-schweinfurt-production-channels/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2017 08:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-invests-further-sek-145-million-in-schweinfurt-production-channels/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#100%RES - Recommendation 1 : Giving long-term planning its rightful place]]></title><description><![CDATA[Having an ambitious vision of a desirable future and setting a course towards 100% renewable energy encourages and facilitates the engagement of the various local stakeholders and opens up new opportunities. It is important that long-term planning is given its rightful place in municipal action. Obviously, this long-term course must not be used to postpone measures aimed at reducing energy use and developing renewable energy. On the contrary, its purpose is to trigger a paradigm change (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/100res-recommendation-1-giving-long-term-planning-its-rightful-place-2/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2017 14:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/100res-recommendation-1-giving-long-term-planning-its-rightful-place-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[100%RES - Recommendation 1 : Giving long-term planning its rightful place]]></title><description><![CDATA[Having an ambitious vision of a desirable future and setting a course towards 100% renewable energy encourages and facilitates the engagement of the various local stakeholders and opens up new opportunities. It is important that long-term planning is given its rightful place in municipal action. Obviously, this long-term course must not be used to postpone measures aimed at reducing energy use and developing renewable energy. On the contrary, its purpose is to trigger a paradigm change (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/100res-recommendation-1-giving-long-term-planning-its-rightful-place/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2017 14:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/100res-recommendation-1-giving-long-term-planning-its-rightful-place/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A clean sheet approach]]></title><description><![CDATA[With roots that stretch back to the end of the 18th Century, Espoo-based Valmet Oyj has evolved to become one of the world&rsquo;s most important providers of capital equipment, automation and services for the paper, pulp and energy sectors. Today, the company employs more than 12,000 people on five continents, and operates 16 R&amp;D centres, 34 production units and 100 service centres across the globe. The group&rsquo;s sales in 2015 were just under &euro;3 billion, divided roughly equally bet]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-clean-sheet-approach/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2017 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-clean-sheet-approach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy Cities' members multiply renewables by 6 in the framework of Covenant of Mayors - study]]></title><description><![CDATA[The efforts made by cities to boost local energy production and renewables are essential on the path towards a sustainable energy future. Energy Cities' members take bold action in that sense, namely in the framework of the Covenant of Mayors for Climate &amp; Energy. According to a recent evaluation of their performance in the initiative, the cities have made substantial progress in upscaling local energy and renewables and are an example to follow in terms of CO2 reduction commitments. (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-cities-members-multiply-renewables-by-6-in-the-framework-of-covenant-of-mayors-study/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2017 12:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-cities-members-multiply-renewables-by-6-in-the-framework-of-covenant-of-mayors-study/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF roller screws deliver power and precision]]></title><description><![CDATA[The modern industrial environment places increasing demands on automation systems. Many processes require high loads to be moved at great speeds and extremely high accuracy. Owners need their machines to work continually for long periods without breaking down, wearing out or demanding frequent preventative maintenance. There is also growing pressure to comply with stringent environmental performance requirements, with minimal energy consumption and clean operation.If all that wasn&rsquo;t tricky]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-roller-screws-deliver-power-and-precision/</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Dec 2016 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-roller-screws-deliver-power-and-precision/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A trick up your sleeve with SKF Speedi-Sleeve]]></title><description><![CDATA[For such an inexpensive and seemingly simple component, radial shaft seals can have a huge impact on equipment reliabilty, downtime and maintenance costs. A failed shaft seal on a manufacturing process line can contaminate product with spilled lubricant, or create hazardous slippery conditions for operators. It can leave bearings and other moving parts starved of the lubricant they need, accelerating wear and eventual breakdown. And it can let dirt, water and other contaminants into the internal]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-trick-up-your-sleeve-with-skf-speedi-sleeve/</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Dec 2016 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-trick-up-your-sleeve-with-skf-speedi-sleeve/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF kit sponsorship is a winner for Dyce Academy under 14s]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new football kit, sponsored by local business SKF, has helped the Dyce Academy under 14s squad gain an edge over the opposition, with the team winning three out of the four games they have played in it so far. Prior to receiving the new strip, the players from the Aberdeen school had to wear shirts and shorts that were designed for younger footballers and not adequate for their size, but now they are proud to take to the field and tackle the competition in their striking orange and black kit.D]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-kit-sponsorship-is-a-winner-for-dyce-academy-under-14s/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2016 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-kit-sponsorship-is-a-winner-for-dyce-academy-under-14s/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smart City Firm Telensa Opens First APAC Office in Singapore]]></title><description><![CDATA[Global #1 in smart street lighting expanding in Asia to meet growing regional demand Cambridge, UK and Singapore &ndash; 19th December 2016 &ndash; Telensa, the leader in connected street lighting and Smart City applications, today announced that it has opened an office in Singapore, its first in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. The move is part of the company&rsquo;s wider international expansion strategy, driven by unprecedented demand for its smart street lighting and smart city solutions....S]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/smart-city-firm-telensa-opens-first-apac-office-in-singapore/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2016 11:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/smart-city-firm-telensa-opens-first-apac-office-in-singapore/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SACE and SIMEST (CDP Group) with BNP Paribas for Prysmian and National Grid: $519 Million for the North Sea Link Project]]></title><description><![CDATA[The world&rsquo;s longest submarine interconnectorLondon/Rome/Milan, 16 December 2016 &ndash; SACE and SIMEST (Cassa Depositi e Prestiti Group) and BNP Paribas Corporate &amp; Institutional Banking (CIB) announce the finalisation of export financing of $519 million for National Grid North America, a company of the National Grid Plc Group, the UK&rsquo;s main electricity and gas utility company, in support of the works and supply orders awarded to Prysmian as part of the international project Nor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/sace-and-simest-cdp-group-with-bnp-paribas-for-prysmian-and-national-grid-519-million-for-the-north-sea-link-project/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2016 13:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/sace-and-simest-cdp-group-with-bnp-paribas-for-prysmian-and-national-grid-519-million-for-the-north-sea-link-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Going green – but under duress]]></title><description><![CDATA[The COP21 meeting, held in Paris end of 2015 , showed that politicians of all nationalities can come to agreement on important issues. They can be congratulated for their diplomatic skills &ndash; though much of the hard, practical work of implementing environmental targets will be down to industry.Rob Jenkinson, SKF&rsquo;s Director of Corporate Sustainability, says that industry will need to &ldquo;roll up its sleeves and plot a way forward&rdquo; to put these commitments into practice. This c]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/going-green-but-under-duress/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2016 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/going-green-but-under-duress/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gulf Petrochem Group Selects AspectCTRM To Drive Growth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gulf Petrochem Group, the UAE-based global oil and petrochemicals conglomerate, has today announced that it has selected cloud-based E/CTRM technology from Aspect to help drive future growth.The Group, valued at $2.5bn is active in oil trading, bunkering, manufacturing and refining, storage, shipping and logistics and related areas, and is a leading bunkering firm in the Gulf and ARA (Europe) regions. The company&rsquo;s continuing success has meant it has effectively outgrown its previous CTRM]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/gulf-petrochem-group-selects-aspectctrm-to-drive-growth/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2016 12:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/gulf-petrochem-group-selects-aspectctrm-to-drive-growth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SolarEdge Introduces Advanced Communications and Management Accessories to Enhance PV Monitoring]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fremont, USA (December 13, 2016) &ndash; SolarEdge Technologies, Inc. (&ldquo;SolarEdge&rdquo;) (NASDAQ: SEDG), a global leader in PV inverters, power optimizers, and module-level monitoring services, announces the launch of advanced communications and management accessories to enhance module-level monitoring and improve O&amp;M operations. In an effort to speed up installation times and to simplify the setup of solar monitoring connections, SolarEdge introduces its GSM Cellular Kit for wireless]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/solaredge-introduces-advanced-communications-and-management-accessories-to-enhance-pv-monitoring/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2016 17:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/solaredge-introduces-advanced-communications-and-management-accessories-to-enhance-pv-monitoring/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Save the date ! Energy Cities' Annual Conference - 26-28 April 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[Energy Cities invites all energy transitioners to its Annual Conference that will be held in Stuttgart, Germany.<br />
In 2017, Energy Cities' Conference will be hosted by the German city of Stuttgart, well-known for its industrial activity as well as for its foresighted climate and energy policy. In a region which can be considered the birthplace of the German energy transition (Energiewende), Stuttgart will serve as a learning place on the societal, cultural, economic and technological shifts (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/save-the-date-energy-cities-annual-conference-26-28-april-2017/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2016 16:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/save-the-date-energy-cities-annual-conference-26-28-april-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New SKF grease cuts false brinelling damage in half]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 12 December 2016: SKF has launched a new grease that has been proven to reduce the damage caused by false brinelling in hub bearing units by more than 50 per cent when compared with competing greases. The lubricant has been introduced to the market to help overcome this wear phenomenon and can also enable overall improvements in vehicle efficiency by limiting fretting corrosion and the microdamages caused by vibration.Designed for use with both new designs and retrofits, the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-skf-grease-cuts-false-brinelling-damage-in-half/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2016 16:55:38 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-skf-grease-cuts-false-brinelling-damage-in-half/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF hub bearings boost handling, comfort and driving experience on the new Cadillac CT6]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 8 December 2016: SKF is supplying General Motors with front and rear wheel hub bearing units for the new 2016 Cadillac CT6 prestige luxury sedan, launched at the New York International Auto Show in April last year.The new hub bearing units, which were developed in partnership with GM, use an asymmetric raceway based on SKF&rsquo;s X-Tracker technology. Their unique geometry contributes to higher corner stiffness, an agile suspension and a smoother ride &ndash; purposeful inno]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-hub-bearings-boost-handling-comfort-and-driving-experience-on-the-new-cadillac-ct6/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2016 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-hub-bearings-boost-handling-comfort-and-driving-experience-on-the-new-cadillac-ct6/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF hub bearing unit seal halves friction for optimum vehicle efficiency]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 7 December 2016: SKF has introduced a newly developed inboard seal for hub bearing units that leads to a 50 per cent cut in friction when compared with other competing seals &ndash; the lowest level witnessed yet in an SKF seal of this kind. Specifically designed for the application, the innovative technology combines outstanding sealing capabilities over a long service life in even the most challenging environments with the power to boost overall vehicle efficiency and a sub]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-hub-bearing-unit-seal-halves-friction-for-optimum-vehicle-efficiency/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2016 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-hub-bearing-unit-seal-halves-friction-for-optimum-vehicle-efficiency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will Franks Appointed CEO of Wireless Smart City Application Firm Telensa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Co-founder Will Gibson takes new role of Chief Commercial Officer, as the company takes global growth strategy to next levelCambridge, UK &ndash; 6th December 2016 - Telensa, the leader in connected street lighting and Smart City applications, has announced the appointment of Will Franks as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Franks will lead the company&rsquo;s continued transformation as it embarks upon the next phase of its global growth strategy, building on profitable revenue growth of over...So]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/will-franks-appointed-ceo-of-wireless-smart-city-application-firm-telensa/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Dec 2016 10:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/will-franks-appointed-ceo-of-wireless-smart-city-application-firm-telensa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Democracy, Decentralisation, Divestment: '3D screening' of the EU Energy Package]]></title><description><![CDATA[How &ldquo;3D compatible&rdquo; is the newly released, 1200-page strong &ldquo;clean energy for all Europeans&rdquo; package released today by the European Commission? How much does it contribute to a system shift towards more prosperity, legitimacy and leadership on sustainable energy? In other words: how is legitimacy secured by Democratizing the energy system, empowering citizens and communities? How is prosperity brought about, by Divesting funding streams from fossil fuels and reDirecting t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/democracy-decentralisation-divestment-3d-screening-of-the-eu-energy-package/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Nov 2016 16:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/democracy-decentralisation-divestment-3d-screening-of-the-eu-energy-package/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cities heading towards 100% renewable energy]]></title><description><![CDATA[CLER, Energy Cities and R&eacute;seau Action Climat collaborated to prepare this publication. The aim is to provide guidance and solutions to French cities and metropolitan areas anxious to embark on a 100% renewable energy path. This report is based on the knowledge and experience of the authors' networks, as well as on around 30 interviews of councillors and city employees from about fifteen French local governments.<br />
Five European champions are showing the way forward, all signatories to the (]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cities-heading-towards-100-renewable-energy/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Nov 2016 09:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cities-heading-towards-100-renewable-energy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Covenant of Mayors: Transforming Cities into key EU Climate and Energy Actors]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to the new study "The Role of Cities in Climate and Energy Policies: The Case of the Covenant of Mayors" by David Donnerer from Aarhus University, the Covenant of Mayors has empowered cities in their climate and energy policy-making capacities and their multi-level governance relations to become key EU climate and energy actors.<br />
Over 7000 cities have joined the Covenant of Mayors since it came into life in 2008. They have been honoring their commitments to the world's leading (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/covenant-of-mayors-transforming-cities-into-key-eu-climate-and-energy-actors/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2016 12:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/covenant-of-mayors-transforming-cities-into-key-eu-climate-and-energy-actors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF delivers magnetic bearings to Cryostar for use in turboexpanders in China]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 24 November 2016: SKF has secured a contract with Cryostar, a French manufacturer of turbo-expanders, to supply SKF S2M magnetic bearings and the latest generation E300V2 control cabinet. SKF&rsquo;s solutions will be used in MTC200 oil-free turboexpanders that Cryostar will deliver to Shaanxi Yanchang Petroleum Yanan Energy and Chemical Co., Ltd. The turboexpanders will be installed at an ethylene and propylene plant, located in Shaanxi province, China.The magnetic bearings]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-delivers-magnetic-bearings-to-cryostar-for-use-in-turboexpanders-in-china/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Nov 2016 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-delivers-magnetic-bearings-to-cryostar-for-use-in-turboexpanders-in-china/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The low-carbon future starts in buildings : Display® Campaign presented at COP 22]]></title><description><![CDATA[While last week's COP22 highlighted the need for stronger North-South cooperation, Energy Cities presented in Marrakech the ADEME-supported Display&reg; Campaign to cities within the Maghreb.<br />
During this side event titled &lsquo;Display&reg;, let your buildings talk' Ian Turner provided a background of the Display&reg; campaign and the success that it has achieved in Europe over the last decade. He explained how hundreds of cities across Europe have been able to interact with public buildings us]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-low-carbon-future-starts-in-buildings-display-campaign-presented-at-cop-22/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Nov 2016 09:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-low-carbon-future-starts-in-buildings-display-campaign-presented-at-cop-22/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The ingredients of sustainability]]></title><description><![CDATA[The food and beverage industry knows that sustainability matters. Customers increasingly prefer products with good social and environmental credentials. Shareholders want assurances that companies aren&rsquo;t wasting money by consuming excessive water or energy, or by producing too much waste. Regulators want manufacturing processes that don&rsquo;t pollute the land, rivers or atmosphere. And, as the UN COP21 treaty demonstrates, the world&rsquo;s governments are aligned in their commitment to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-ingredients-of-sustainability/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2016 02:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-ingredients-of-sustainability/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carbon credits: think local !]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the possible financial incentives to foster low-carbon economies is pricing carbon and regulating its quantity through a carbon emissions trading system (ETS). In the European Union, the current system launched in 2005 has generated revenues, but much less than expected for several reasons: the carbon price is hovering around a very low &euro;5/t, and too many permits to pollute have been given away to high-carbon industries.<br />
In most European countries, local authorities and their (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/carbon-credits-think-local-/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2016 11:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/carbon-credits-think-local-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF talks Future Materials: game changers for the industry?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 21 November 2016: SKF is sparking conversation and spreading ideas with a new series of a knowledge-sharing symposium called &ldquo;Let&rsquo;s Talk&rdquo;. Industry experts are discussing industry trends such as Digitalization, Industry Ecology and Counterfeiting in front of a live audience at leading universities.The latest &ldquo;Let&rsquo;s Talk&rdquo; event focuses on Future Materials and its role in meeting industry demands, such as reducing weight, size and cost of a p]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-talks-future-materials-game-changers-for-the-industry/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2016 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-talks-future-materials-game-changers-for-the-industry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guest Article - "Energising the Sustainable Economy", by Andrea Crump (London Borough of Sutton)]]></title><description><![CDATA[As populations continue to rise and public purse strings tighten, local authorities are having to balance ever-increasing demands on services with fewer and fewer resources &ndash; all of which places significant pressure on our environment.<br />
By Andrea Crump, Sustainability Manager and London Circular Economy Champion at the London Borough of Sutton<br />
The London Borough of Sutton recognises that by supporting the development of the sustainable economy local authorities will be able to balance these]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/guest-article-energising-the-sustainable-economy-by-andrea-crump-london-borough-of-sutton/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Nov 2016 18:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/guest-article-energising-the-sustainable-economy-by-andrea-crump-london-borough-of-sutton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Covenant of Mayors: A high-level ceremony to launch the 2nd phase of the initiative in the Eastern Partnership countries]]></title><description><![CDATA[On 26-27 October, more than 350 representatives of central, regional and local authorities gathered in Yerevan, Armenia, to launch new EU initiatives in support to local sustainable development and economic growth in the Eastern Partnership countries.<br />
The event was organised by the European Commission, the Ministry of Territorial Administration and Development of the Republic of Armenia, the Conference of the Regional and Local Authorities for the Eastern Partnership (CORLEAP) and the EU (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/covenant-of-mayors-a-high-level-ceremony-to-launch-the-2nd-phase-of-the-initiative-in-the-eastern-partnership-countries/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2016 15:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/covenant-of-mayors-a-high-level-ceremony-to-launch-the-2nd-phase-of-the-initiative-in-the-eastern-partnership-countries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF offers new electric cartridge pump]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 14 November 2016: SKF today announced the introduction of the Electric Cartridge Pump ECP. Developed to lubricate bearings and linear guides in small machines, this reliable pump includes an integrated pressure-relief valve that enables its use in single-line lubrication systems such as SKF MonoFlex.The Electric Cartridge Pump ECP is a cost effective and simple to operate lubrication solution, packaged in a modern, space-saving design. Utilizing easy to exchange 380 ml cartri]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-offers-new-electric-cartridge-pump/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2016 12:59:33 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-offers-new-electric-cartridge-pump/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF roller screws offer advantages across the board]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF roller screws continue to be specified in a diversity of industrial applications &ndash; proving that many customers are willing to pay a premium for superior performance.Roller screws are a higher cost than ball screws because they are manufactured to more precise tolerances, and use greater numbers of precision components. This means that they offer many advantages: greater load carrying capacity; superior power density; faster speed and acceleration; greater reliability; and, higher posit]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-roller-screws-offer-advantages-across-the-board/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2016 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-roller-screws-offer-advantages-across-the-board/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF adds electric motor monitoring to its service portfolio]]></title><description><![CDATA[Responding to a growing trend by industry to adopt more predictive as opposed to reactive maintenance procedures, SKF has extended its predictive maintenance offering with the addition of an electric motor monitoring service. The new service, which makes use of purpose-designed equipment manufactured by SKF&rsquo;s Fort Collins product and design centre based in USA, covers the entire range of motor condition monitoring applications, including static electric motor and generator analysis, dynami]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-adds-electric-motor-monitoring-to-its-service-portfolio/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Nov 2016 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-adds-electric-motor-monitoring-to-its-service-portfolio/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[People powered cities: from the UN climate talks to energy democracy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Developing real solutions to climate and energy challenges will require imagination, determination and inspiration. Inspiration may come from the many cities, communities and even countries that are working hard to make the energy sector democratic, equitable and based on renewable sources.<br />
By Lavinia Steinfort, Transnational Institute<br />
COP22 has kicked off in Marrakesh, Morocco. This &ldquo;action COP&rdquo; will focus on implementing the Paris agreement, which came into effect on November 4th.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/people-powered-cities-from-the-un-climate-talks-to-energy-democracy/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 2016 17:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/people-powered-cities-from-the-un-climate-talks-to-energy-democracy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Retained benefits]]></title><description><![CDATA[Automotive transmission bearings must meet many conflicting goals. They are expected to carry high loads, offer a service life in excess of 300,000km, be robust enough to tolerate abusive operation, and stiff enough to minimise NVH issues. At the same time, transmission makers are looking for compact dimensions, low friction to combat CO2 emissions, and for cost-effective and globally available solutions. These demands are encouraging the adoption of some novel approaches to bearing systems desi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/retained-benefits/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 2016 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/retained-benefits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aspect Partners With Sapient Global Markets To Meet Growing Demand For E/CTRM]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aspect, a leading provider of multi-commodity trade, risk and operations management applications delivered in the cloud, today announces a new strategic global partnership with Sapient Global Markets, a leading global provider of business technology and consulting services for the financial and commodity markets. Aspect, which recently announced record sales for the first half of 2016, addresses the needs of commodity traders of all sizes who - in the face of increasing regulatory and shareholde]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aspect-partners-with-sapient-global-markets-to-meet-growing-demand-for-ectrm/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Nov 2016 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aspect-partners-with-sapient-global-markets-to-meet-growing-demand-for-ectrm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF offers new shaft alignment tool]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 7 November 2016: SKF today announced the introduction of its SKF Shaft Alignment Tool TKSA 71. Designed for professional alignment in harsh industrial environments, the TKSA 71 provides superior alignment performance and long service life.The tool&rsquo;s easy-to-use, dedicated software applications enable different types of alignments: shaft alignment, soft foot correction, vertical shaft alignment, spacer shaft alignment, machine train shaft alignment and dial gauge values.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-offers-new-shaft-alignment-tool/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Nov 2016 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-offers-new-shaft-alignment-tool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF donates £3,470 to children’s charity Charlie House]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF has donated nearly &pound;3,500 to children&rsquo;s organisation The Charlie House Appeal, which was selected as its nominated charity of the year. Staff at the firm&rsquo;s Aberdeen facility organised a series of fundraising activities, including bake sales, a football sweeper, merchandise sales and a raffle at its Meet The World football tournament, for the local cause. The money made from the events was matched by SKF to take the total amount raised to &pound;3,470.The Charlie House Appea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-donates-3470-to-childrens-charity-charlie-house/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2016 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-donates-3470-to-childrens-charity-charlie-house/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blockchain and energy : a paradigm shift ?]]></title><description><![CDATA[On 26 October, the conference office on studies of Tecsol "Photovoltaic self-consumption and Blockchain" was held in Paris. At this symposium, the Tecsol design office engineers unveiled the mysteries of self-consumption and the use of blockchain for the service distribution network. This article will provide you with an insight into the Blockchain concept and its applications in the energy field.<br />
What is the Blockchain when applied to the field of energy ?<br />
According to Wikipedia, it is (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/blockchain-and-energy-a-paradigm-shift-/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2016 08:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/blockchain-and-energy-a-paradigm-shift-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$3.5bn Petroleum/Petrochem Specialist InterChem Closes Cloud CTRM Deal With Aspect]]></title><description><![CDATA[The independent global petroleum and petrochemicals trader, InterChem, has chosen the AspectCTRM cloud trade and risk management solution to support activities at its London, Rotterdam, Houston and Singapore offices. Based entirely in the cloud and not grounded around on-premises servers or networks, the AspectCTRM platform is perfectly positioned for companies working out of multiple locations.The InterChem deal comes at a time when traditional client-server CTRM vendors are consistently losing]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/35bn-petroleumpetrochem-specialist-interchem-closes-cloud-ctrm-deal-with-aspect/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 2016 12:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/35bn-petroleumpetrochem-specialist-interchem-closes-cloud-ctrm-deal-with-aspect/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1st Touch Launches iAppoint Scheduling For Social Landlords]]></title><description><![CDATA[1st Touch (www.1sttouch.com), the UK&rsquo;s leading system innovator for the social housing sector, has announced the launch of iAppoint. The all-new self-service module will help social landlords to streamline customer appointment scheduling by speeding up and enhancing the processes involved. In addition, as online services cost only a fraction of call centre responses, the potential cost savings for landlords are also significant.As iAppoint is linked to the landlord&rsquo;s back office syst]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/1st-touch-launches-iappoint-scheduling-for-social-landlords/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Nov 2016 14:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/1st-touch-launches-iappoint-scheduling-for-social-landlords/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Group Improves Its Business Sustainability]]></title><description><![CDATA[4th Place in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and Score B in CDP Italy Included in the STOXX&reg; Global ESG Leaders Index and the Carbon Clean 200 Milan, 2 November 2016 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cables and systems industry, has improved its ranking in several international sustainability indices, thus receiving recognition for its commitment in all Corporate Social Responsibility segments.The Group has reported a significant improvement in the assessment...Sour]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-improves-its-business-sustainability/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Nov 2016 12:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-improves-its-business-sustainability/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Improved productivity and performance with automated lubrication]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;If there&rsquo;s a bushing, bearing or gear, something that is rotating or sliding in agricultural, construction and mining machines, it&rsquo;s going to require lubrication,&rdquo; says Peter Laucis, Director of Portfolio Management &ndash; ALS Products, SKF Lubrication Business Unit. &ldquo;And the heavier the loads, the more aggressive and dirty the environment, the greater the need for lubrication.&rdquo;While manual lubrication is still the norm in many applications, use of automated]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/improved-productivity-and-performance-with-automated-lubrication/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2016 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/improved-productivity-and-performance-with-automated-lubrication/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SpeedCast to Acquire Harris CapRock]]></title><description><![CDATA[SpeedCast acquisition of Harris CapRock creates a global and diversified leader in remote communications and network servicesSydney, Australia, November 1, 2016 &ndash; SpeedCast International Limited (ASX: SDA), a leading global satellite communications and network service provider, today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Harris CapRock in a cash transaction valued at US$425 million. Harris CapRock is a global leader in the Energy and Maritime segments. The acquisi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/speedcast-to-acquire-harris-caprock/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2016 11:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/speedcast-to-acquire-harris-caprock/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SeaPlanner Ltd. To Release Tender for South East Asia Reseller Agreement]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK based company, SeaPlanner Ltd. are to launch an international tender for businesses in the South East Asia offshore wind market, interested in entering a reseller agreement for its leading marine management software solution. SeaPlanner&trade; is an established management and monitoring system in Europe having been selected to support the construction of 26 wind farms in UK, Germany, Belgium and Netherlands. This equates to one third of all operational offshore wind turbines in Europe which..]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/seaplanner-ltd-to-release-tender-for-south-east-asia-reseller-agreement/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Oct 2016 13:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/seaplanner-ltd-to-release-tender-for-south-east-asia-reseller-agreement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#DIVEST - 3 steps to create your fossil-fuel free investment portfolio]]></title><description><![CDATA[A large part of our financial system is currently nourishing unsustainable production and consumption patterns, intensive in carbon and natural resources. Making radical changes by redirecting money flows, that is the aim of the fossil fuel divestment campaign. It is gaining traction all across the world. The international 350.org platform already counts more than 1,000 local divestment initiatives, including several Energy Cities members like La Rochelle in France or Christchurch in New (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/divest-3-steps-to-create-your-fossil-fuel-free-investment-portfolio/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2016 10:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/divest-3-steps-to-create-your-fossil-fuel-free-investment-portfolio/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First Net Zero Energy Buildings in Hadera (Israel), an example to follow]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hadera, our first member in Israel, is known in its country as an energy city because it hosts critical energy infrastructures such as two national power stations and the world's biggest desalination plant. But recently, Mayor of Hadera Tzvika Gendelman decided to build an innovative type of building : the "KAYMA" kindergarten is the first Net Zero Building (NZEB) in Israel.<br />
Hadera's vision is to rais awareness amongst children about sustainability, energy efficiency and how they can protect (..]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/first-net-zero-energy-buildings-in-hadera-israel-an-example-to-follow/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2016 12:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/first-net-zero-energy-buildings-in-hadera-israel-an-example-to-follow/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smart Street Lighting Leader Telensa Appoints David Brown as VP Sales EMEA]]></title><description><![CDATA[Expands team in response to sharp increase in demand as LED &amp; controls projects proliferateCambridge, UK - 20th October 2016 - Telensa, the leader in connected street lighting and smart city applications, has appointed David Brown as VP Sales EMEA. David leads a team enhanced to respond to a surge in demand, as cities around the world switch to energy-efficient LED streetlights equipped with smart controls. He joins Telensa from Echelon, the industrial control networking...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/smart-street-lighting-leader-telensa-appoints-david-brown-as-vp-sales-emea/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2016 10:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/smart-street-lighting-leader-telensa-appoints-david-brown-as-vp-sales-emea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Traditional CTRM/ETRM Vendors Hurting As Perfect Storm Hits Industry, Claims Aspect]]></title><description><![CDATA[Traditional trade and risk management software vendors in the commodity and energy trading sectors are taking a battering from a perfect storm of dwindling sales, customer abandonment and better, lower cost solutions. That&rsquo;s the view from cloud vendor Aspect as it continues to take large enterprise business away from the industry heavyweights that once called the market their own.Aspect&rsquo;s claim follows a series of missed revenue targets, profit warnings, workforce layoffs, downsized]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/traditional-ctrmetrm-vendors-hurting-as-perfect-storm-hits-industry-claims-aspect/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2016 14:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/traditional-ctrmetrm-vendors-hurting-as-perfect-storm-hits-industry-claims-aspect/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Study: Biomass Costlier, Dirtier Than Wind, Solar for Replacing Coal Power in the UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[New economic analysis shows that wind and solar are likely to be the least-cost way to power the UK over the next decade, as costs for clean wind and solar energy decline and biomass uncertainty growsLONDON (October 17, 2016) &ndash; Wind and solar power are likely to be less expensive than burning trees in order to replace coal in the United Kingdom, according to a new study released today by the Natural Resources Defense Council...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-study-biomass-costlier-dirtier-than-wind-solar-for-replacing-coal-power-in-the-uk/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2016 10:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-study-biomass-costlier-dirtier-than-wind-solar-for-replacing-coal-power-in-the-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Statistical approach improves wind farm remote condition monitoring]]></title><description><![CDATA[The cost of operating and maintaining onshore wind farms in Europe is significant. According to the European Wind Energy Association, Operating and Maintenance (O&amp;M) costs account for around 20 percent of the levelized cost of energy (LCOE) for onshore wind farms. As such, any measures that can be taken to reduce this cost directly translate into improved returns for investors.This is not to say that asset owners can scrimp on O&amp;M expenses. Inadequate O&amp;M can lead to minor faults or]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/statistical-approach-improves-wind-farm-remote-condition-monitoring/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/statistical-approach-improves-wind-farm-remote-condition-monitoring/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Brussels Green Loan: another incentive encouraging Brussels citizens to energy retrofit their homes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Buildings are responsible for 72% of the energy consumed in the area of Brussels-Capital Region. Since 2004, the region has launched a number of incentives, encouraging homeowners to improve energy performance of their dwellings. After an &lsquo;energy grant' and a &lsquo;renovation grant', the region has recently launched a revamped Brussels Green Loan.<br />
What do I do if I am a homeowner or tenant residing in the Brussels Capital region and want to make my home more comfortable and healthier whil]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-brussels-green-loan-another-incentive-encouraging-brussels-citizens-to-energy-retrofit-their-homes/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2016 15:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-brussels-green-loan-another-incentive-encouraging-brussels-citizens-to-energy-retrofit-their-homes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF supplies eight-tonne bearing for mining application]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 7 October 2016: SKF has manufactured and supplied its largest ever spherical roller bearing (bore diameter 1,25 metres) to be used within the mining industry. The bearing was manufactured at SKF&rsquo;s factory in Gothenburg, Sweden.&ldquo;SKF is a world leader in spherical roller bearings, manufacturing bearings of all sizes and series &ndash; from the smallest, with a 20 mm bore size, to this large size bearing that weighs close to eight tonnes&rdquo; says Petra &Ouml;berg]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-supplies-eight-tonne-bearing-for-mining-application/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-supplies-eight-tonne-bearing-for-mining-application/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spotlight on innovation and reinvention as 3,500 technology experts converge on Frankfurt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Geneva, Switzerland/ Frankfurt, Germany 2016-10-06 &ndash; More than 3,500 experts from over 70 countries are due in Frankfurt am Main from 10 to 14 October, 2016, to discuss and develop the technical foundation for innovation and sustainability. They are participating in the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) 80th General Meeting organized by the IEC National Committee of Germany, DKE. In electrotechnology, harmonized technical rules are more important today than ever before. Elect]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/spotlight-on-innovation-and-reinvention-as-3500-technology-experts-converge-on-frankfurt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Oct 2016 10:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/spotlight-on-innovation-and-reinvention-as-3500-technology-experts-converge-on-frankfurt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Porto: Fighting energy poverty through deep renovation of buildings]]></title><description><![CDATA[The deep renovation of the neighbourhood of Rainha Dona Leonor resulted in a significant reduction of energy consumption, an increased production of renewable energy, reduction of CO2 emissions and an increased quality of life for local residents.<br />
Rainha Dona Leonor is a neighbourhood of 150 multi-family dwellings built in 1953. The buildings, made up of concrete structure, brick walls and light weight slabs, had never been upgraded, which led to a profound state of degradation of the (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/porto-fighting-energy-poverty-through-deep-renovation-of-buildings/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2016 16:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/porto-fighting-energy-poverty-through-deep-renovation-of-buildings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smart homes still overpriced, undersold and misunderstood says Beecham Research]]></title><description><![CDATA[New report says that a lack of awareness and knowledge of smart home products and their benefits is holding back market growth but still predicts healthy revenues4 October 2016: High price tags continue to put smart homes beyond the reach of most home owners and many who can afford to pay are not being sold on the benefits, according to a report from Beecham Research released today. While new home comforts and easy living remain...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/smart-homes-still-overpriced-undersold-and-misunderstood-says-beecham-research/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2016 13:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/smart-homes-still-overpriced-undersold-and-misunderstood-says-beecham-research/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Driving the green revolution]]></title><description><![CDATA[While politicians, diplomats and other high-ranking dignitaries have made promises and commitments, and agreed challenging targets, it is industry that will do the spadework by putting many of these commitments into practice &ndash; from improving energy efficiency to investing in low carbon technologies.Industry will play a massive role in transforming our carbon-based world &ndash; that is wasteful with energy &ndash; into one that generates energy without any greenhouse gases, while using it]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/driving-the-green-revolution/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Oct 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/driving-the-green-revolution/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nordic markets positioning as European Data Hub with massive renewable power resources]]></title><description><![CDATA[London &ndash; September 29 2016 - New research from BroadGroup suggests that the Nordic markets are positioning as a giant European Data Hub based on the abundance of green power available supported by low energy taxation, increased connectivity and a stable economic environment.In the new report, Datacentre Nordic II (www.broad-group.com/reports/data-center-nordics-ii) the research consultancy reviewed current data center developments revealing a changing picture over the past twelve months an]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/nordic-markets-positioning-as-european-data-hub-with-massive-renewable-power-resources/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2016 16:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/nordic-markets-positioning-as-european-data-hub-with-massive-renewable-power-resources/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian To Launch The Most Powerful Cable Solution Ever For Power Transmission Grids]]></title><description><![CDATA[New P-Laser 600 kV HVDC System Allows A Cost Reduction Of Up To 30% Per Transmitted MWP-Laser Is The First Fully Recyclable Environmentally Friendly HVDC Cable SystemMilan, 29 September 2016 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, is ready to launch a new breakthrough cable technology for the development of power transmission grids that will ensure higher electrical performances, lower costs and better environmental sustainability. The Group announces tod]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-to-launch-the-most-powerful-cable-solution-ever-for-power-transmission-grids/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2016 13:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-to-launch-the-most-powerful-cable-solution-ever-for-power-transmission-grids/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Academic collaborations help drive industry development]]></title><description><![CDATA[To outsiders, collaboration between industry and academia appears straightforward and one-dimensional: the company has a problem, and pays the university for its expertise in solving it. In reality, however, the interaction between the two goes far deeper than this &ndash; encompassing training, recruitment, branding and other shared benefits.&ldquo;By working with universities, we get access to their competence and knowledge, which we would otherwise have to spend lots of time acquiring,&rdquo;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/academic-collaborations-help-drive-industry-development/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/academic-collaborations-help-drive-industry-development/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[In Barcelona, trees temper the Mediterranean city climate]]></title><description><![CDATA[As a Mediterranean coastal city, Barcelona is particularly vulnerable to climate change. Its high population density also magnifies the local heat island effect which causes an array of health and environmental challenges. Climate change projections include a rise in average temperature and a significant decrease in rainfall, with expected lasting droughts and intense heat waves.<br />
In response, Barcelona has committed to becoming a global model of a sustainable city combating urban (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/in-barcelona-trees-temper-the-mediterranean-city-climate/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2016 15:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/in-barcelona-trees-temper-the-mediterranean-city-climate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF technology keeps Metsä Group’s pioneering bioproduct mill moving forward]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 28 September 2016: SKF&rsquo;s industry leading lubrication technology and system engineering support is being used to help ensure optimal operational performance on the world's first next generation bioproduct mill. The groundbreaking mill, which is being built by Mets&auml; Fibre, part of Mets&auml; Group, in the Finnish town of &Auml;&auml;nekoski, will use 100 per cent of the raw materials and run solely on renewable energy.The new mill is the largest ever single investme]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-technology-keeps-mets-groups-pioneering-bioproduct-mill-moving-forward/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2016 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-technology-keeps-mets-groups-pioneering-bioproduct-mill-moving-forward/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Seal of duty]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fluid power systems are only as good as their seals. Hydraulic cylinders have long been the standard approach for motion applications that require high power density and reliable service in tough operating conditions, such as the construction mining, agriculture and forestry sectors. But the successful operation of hydraulic machinery relies on its ability to permit motion while containing the oil within the components of the system.Seal failures have a lot of undesirable consequences, including]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/seal-of-duty/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2016 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/seal-of-duty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF to showcase oil and gas innovations at ADIPEC 2016]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 28 September: SKF will exhibit at ADIPEC 2016 to showcase its comprehensive range of efficiency and reliability enhancing technologies for applications in the oil and gas industry. From proven bearings and seals for top drives to sophisticated maintenance innovations, SKF&rsquo;s range of products and services has been specifically designed to dramatically improve the performance and availability of vital equipment across the sector.Among the technologies on show will be SKF&]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-showcase-oil-and-gas-innovations-at-adipec-2016/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-showcase-oil-and-gas-innovations-at-adipec-2016/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Alfa Romeo Giulia rolls on SKF hub bearing units]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 27 September 2016: The SKF HBU3 units selected for the FCA&rsquo;s recently launched Alfa Romeo Giulia offer a range of compelling advantages over conventional wheel bearing designs. These include faster, more straightforward assembly and a longer service life. Bearing preload is set during the manufacture of the units, minimizing play and guaranteeing exceptionally low levels of noise and vibration.Beyond improved reliability, drivers will benefit from improved ride and hand]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-alfa-romeo-giulia-rolls-on-skf-hub-bearing-units/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2016 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-alfa-romeo-giulia-rolls-on-skf-hub-bearing-units/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF to launch innovative wind turbine spherical roller bearings at WindEnergy Hamburg 2016]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 27 September, 2016: SKF will be appearing at WindEnergy Hamburg 2016 to launch its new spherical roller bearings for wind turbine main shafts. Manufactured to deliver outstanding reliability, these self-aligning bearings provide exceptional performance and meet service life needs of more than 25 years.SKF&rsquo;s standard spherical roller bearings are already the most used bearing type in wind turbine main shaft arrangements, with more than 100,000 installations worldwide. Ho]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-launch-innovative-wind-turbine-spherical-roller-bearings-at-windenergy-hamburg-2016/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-launch-innovative-wind-turbine-spherical-roller-bearings-at-windenergy-hamburg-2016/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF cuts the cost of condition monitoring]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF has announced an extension of its Remote Monitoring Service for the manufacturing, process and industrial sectors. The service has been developed to help companies cut the cost of condition monitoring, especially in critical applications, by providing a dedicated off-site team of specialists capable of providing round-the-clock monitoring.To date, the SKF Remote Monitoring Service has been deployed extensively in the marine sector, where it is used to optimise the performance of a wide range]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-cuts-the-cost-of-condition-monitoring/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2016 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-cuts-the-cost-of-condition-monitoring/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF helps Alexander Dennis Limited deliver comfort for bus passengers in demanding global markets]]></title><description><![CDATA[Engineering expertise from SKF is helping the UK&rsquo;s largest bus and coach manufacturer build vehicles for challenging operating environments around the world.When Alexander Dennis Limited (ADL) received an order for 250 buses from Go Transit in Toronto, its engineers faced a challenge: To keep passengers comfortable year round in a city where temperatures can vary from -25 &ordm;C in the winter and more than 35 &ordm;C during hot summer spells, the customer specified an uprated heating and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-helps-alexander-dennis-limited-deliver-comfort-for-bus-passengers-in-demanding-global-markets/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2016 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-helps-alexander-dennis-limited-deliver-comfort-for-bus-passengers-in-demanding-global-markets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian To Display Innovative, Sustainable And Cost Effective Cable Solutions For The Offshore Wind Industry At WindEnergy Hamburg 2016]]></title><description><![CDATA[Focus On EPR Technology For Inter-Array Applications Up To 66 kV, Enabling Up To 15% Cost Reduction Of Offshore Wind FarmsStrengthened Installation Capabilities With 3rd Prysmian Cable-Laying Vessel, UlisseMilan, 26 September, 2016 &ndash; Prysmian Group, world leader in energy and telecom cable systems, will showcase its state-of-the-art range of products and services for offshore wind at the 2016 edition of the WindEnergy Hamburg event in Germany. From September 26 to 30, hall B6 booth 562....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-to-display-innovative-sustainable-and-cost-effective-cable-solutions-for-the-offshore-wind-industry-at-windenergy-hamburg-2016/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2016 14:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-to-display-innovative-sustainable-and-cost-effective-cable-solutions-for-the-offshore-wind-industry-at-windenergy-hamburg-2016/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A basic guide to bearing housing selection]]></title><description><![CDATA[Modern bearings are highly engineered components that are the end result of extensive research into materials and bearing geometries, but their ultimate performance depends very much on how they are supported in duty - in other words, how they are housed. In this article, David Oliver, Channel and Platform Development Manager for Bearings at SKF describes the different types of bearing housings and their applications, as well as important design criteria such as seal selection and lubrication.Be]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-basic-guide-to-bearing-housing-selection/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2016 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-basic-guide-to-bearing-housing-selection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF at IZB: helping the automotive industry meet the challenges of electric powertrains]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 23 September 2016: At the International Suppliers fair (IZB) in Wolfsburg, Germany from 18 to 20 October 2016, SKF will showcase a range of solutions developed to meet the demands of automotive electric powertrains.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Pure electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid vehicles are reaching the automotive mainstream. By 2020, higher production volumes and technological advances will mean electric vehicles are likely to be cost-competitive with their gasoline equivalents. B]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-at-izb-helping-the-automotive-industry-meet-the-challenges-of-electric-powertrains/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2016 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-at-izb-helping-the-automotive-industry-meet-the-challenges-of-electric-powertrains/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF at IZB: new spring insulating automotive suspension]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 23 September 2016: At the International Suppliers fair (IZB) in Wolfsburg, Germany from 18 to 20 October 2016, SKF will announce the launch of a new product designed to offer greater durability, improved comfort and reduced noise and vibration in automotive suspension applications.&nbsp;The spring insulating suspension bearing takes SKF&rsquo;s robust, proven main suspension bearing unit (MSBU) technology and incorporates a polymer spring that is mechanically and chemically b]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-at-izb-new-spring-insulating-automotive-suspension/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-at-izb-new-spring-insulating-automotive-suspension/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[progRESsHEAT webinars: Learn more on renewables in disctrict heating and cooling!]]></title><description><![CDATA[The progRESsHEAT project assists local, regional, national and EU political leaders in developing policy and strategies to ensure a quick and efficient deployment of renewables in heating and cooling networks.<br />
The project relies on the preparation of strategies for developing heating and cooling networks in six European pilot cities (Ansfelden - Austria, Heerten - Germany, Litomerice - Czech Republic, Helsingor - Denmark, Matosinhos - Portugal, Brasov - Romania) based on an in-depth (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/progressheat-webinars-learn-more-on-renewables-in-disctrict-heating-and-cooling/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2016 09:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/progressheat-webinars-learn-more-on-renewables-in-disctrict-heating-and-cooling/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF bearings help innovative Lontra compressor reduce energy consumption by over 20 percent]]></title><description><![CDATA[An innovative new compressed air system is using SKF tapered roller bearings, which are helping to keep energy, carbon dioxide and noise emissions to a minimum.Background<br />
Compressed air is used throughout industry, with the British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) estimating that 70 percent of all companies use it in their operations. Indeed, the global market for air compressors is valued at more than &pound;20bn per year.Although there have been ongoing improvements made to existing compressor de]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-bearings-help-innovative-lontra-compressor-reduce-energy-consumption-by-over-20-percent/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2016 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-bearings-help-innovative-lontra-compressor-reduce-energy-consumption-by-over-20-percent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wuppertal suspension railway operates more quietly thanks to SKF lubrication system]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 21 September, 2016: The suspension monorail runs along a continuous steel rail in one direction, turning at the ends of the line in a loop. The cars are suspended below from their bogies. The railway can take bends with radii from 120 m, reaching a maximum speed of 60 kilometres/hour, making it considerably faster than a tram, for instance. The drive units running on the rail comprise pairs of wheels aligned behind each other. Unlike traditional rail vehicles, the suspension]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/wuppertal-suspension-railway-operates-more-quietly-thanks-to-skf-lubrication-system/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2016 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/wuppertal-suspension-railway-operates-more-quietly-thanks-to-skf-lubrication-system/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF to supply bogie components for major Algerian rail freight project]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden 21 September, 2016: SKF has signed an agreement with Czech railway engineering company BONATRANS GROUP a.s., to supply 1840 axlebox sets and journal bearings. The components will be used as part of a major order for freight cars from Ferrovial Algeria, the Algerian division of the global infrastructure and municipal services company.High levels of reliability are a key priority in this application, which will involve extended operation in extremely challenging conditions: the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-supply-bogie-components-for-major-algerian-rail-freight-project/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2016 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-supply-bogie-components-for-major-algerian-rail-freight-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF launches innovative new seal at InnoTrans 2016]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 21 September, 2016: SKF has launched a revolutionary new seal that has been developed to save energy and cut maintenance requirements in high speed passenger rail applications. Introduced to the market for the first time at InnoTrans 2016, the SKF Centrifugal Lip Seal features an innovative design that offers a unique combination of both contacting and non-contacting sealing on wheel set bearing units in one product.The sophisticated seal allows for an optimised friction patt]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-innovative-new-seal-at-innotrans-2016/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2016 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-innovative-new-seal-at-innotrans-2016/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF at Innotrans: Component care optimises service life in rail vehicles]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stewart McLellan, Business Development Manager for SKF&rsquo;s Railway Segment, explains how OEMs and rail operators can improve the overhaul, repair and replacement of critical components on rail vehicles, to extend service intervals.An industry trend for improved availability and performance of rolling stock has forced train manufacturers to find long life integrated products &ndash; as defined by the RAMS (Reliability, Availability, Maintainability, Safety) process. One important area of cons]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-at-innotrans-component-care-optimises-service-life-in-rail-vehicles/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2016 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-at-innotrans-component-care-optimises-service-life-in-rail-vehicles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Setting the wheels in motion for reducing overhauls]]></title><description><![CDATA[Minimizing the number of overhauls for a bogie during the life of a train is key to reducing life cycle cost. Extending the service interval from four to six years can bring savings of about 3 000 EUR per bogie per year.Looking back more than a decade the wheels were one of the main limiting factors to extend the time between maintenance intervals. Nowadays the use of computer controlled under-floor lathes to remove flat spots and compensate for wear means that a set of wheels can last for more]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/setting-the-wheels-in-motion-for-reducing-overhauls/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2016 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/setting-the-wheels-in-motion-for-reducing-overhauls/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rail interface enhances effectiveness of locomotive motor testing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Keeping freight trains on the rails is a major behind-the-scenes operation &ndash; and if not done well, can lead to very expensive unplanned repairs. These costs can be managed by regular testing, which ensures that potential failures are picked up well in advance.Failures of AC traction motors in freight rail systems are a major component behind breakdowns. Despite this, testing regimes for AC traction motors are often incomplete, and do not verify the entire motor. At the same time, testing i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rail-interface-enhances-effectiveness-of-locomotive-motor-testing/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2016 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rail-interface-enhances-effectiveness-of-locomotive-motor-testing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Connecting service]]></title><description><![CDATA[As in many areas of transportation, the drive to improve safety and reliability and to reduce maintenance in the rail sector is leading to increased interest in condition based maintenance approaches. That calls for monitoring technologies: changes in temperature, vibration and other variables during normal operation can provide an early warning of mechanical problems, allowing operators to take action before failures occur. The problem until now has been that installing the array of sensors req]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/connecting-service/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2016 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/connecting-service/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pushing forward electro-mobility in Riga]]></title><description><![CDATA[The city of Riga has been promoting electro-mobility since 2010 by purchasing electric cars for municipal services, developing public fast-recharging infrastructure in the city and raising awareness among citizens.<br />
Setting high standards for urban mobilityThe city of Riga aims at a high-quality mobility system with low air pollution. The main goals of Riga's electro-mobility projects are to improve air quality, minimize the impact of transport on the environment and set high standards for (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/pushing-forward-electro-mobility-in-riga/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2016 12:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/pushing-forward-electro-mobility-in-riga/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF to showcase performance boosting technologies at WindEnergy Hamburg 2016]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 19 September 2016: SKF will be present at WindEnergy Hamburg 2016 to demonstrate how to optimise performance and increase turbine availability in the wind power sector through its range of dedicated technologies. From intelligent maintenance systems to bearings and lubrication system pumps, the innovations being showcased have all been designed to reduce the levelised cost of energy and maintenance requirements, while enhancing safety and energy output.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Being]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-showcase-performance-boosting-technologies-at-windenergy-hamburg-2016/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-showcase-performance-boosting-technologies-at-windenergy-hamburg-2016/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Geneva (CH) says no to fossil energy!]]></title><description><![CDATA[In an official statement, the SIG (Geneva Industrial Services) has pledged that all the electricity they will supply as of January 2017 will be 100% renewable, thus definitely discarding fossil energy in favour of hydro and solar power.<br />
This decision is the result of the joint commitment by the Council of State and SIG to developing renewable energy sources, a vital condition for achieving the energy transition in Switzerland. After freeing itself from nuclear energy, the Canton of Geneva (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/geneva-ch-says-no-to-fossil-energy/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2016 08:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/geneva-ch-says-no-to-fossil-energy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nomination Committee of AB SKF for the Annual General Meeting 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 16 September2016: In accordance with a resolution taken at the Annual GeneralMeeting of AB SKF on 31 March 2016, this is to announce therepresentatives of the four largest shareholders by number ofvotes, who, together with the Chairman of the Board, constitute theNomination Committee in preparation of the Annual General Meeting2017.Representatives:<br />
Marcus Wallenberg, FAM<br />
Ramsay Brufer, Alecta<br />
Anders Algotsson, AFA F&ouml;rs&auml;kring<br />
Anders Jonsson, Skandia<br />
&nbsp;<br />
The Annual]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/nomination-committee-of-ab-skf-for-the-annual-general-meeting-2017/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2016 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/nomination-committee-of-ab-skf-for-the-annual-general-meeting-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Today meets tomorrow as HUBER+SUHNER showcases major solutions for energy networks at WindEnergy Hamburg]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading international manufacturer of components and systems for optical and electrical connectivity, HUBER+SUHNER, is to demonstrate its solutions for intelligent energy networks at WindEnergy Hamburg, taking place September 27-30. &lsquo;Today meets tomorrow&rsquo; for the Swiss-based company, which will be exhibiting its contemporary products and systems according to future demanding requirements of the energy industry. The showcase of HUBER+SUHNER at WindEnergy will focus especially on appli]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/today-meets-tomorrow-as-hubersuhner-showcases-major-solutions-for-energy-networks-at-windenergy-hamburg/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Sep 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/today-meets-tomorrow-as-hubersuhner-showcases-major-solutions-for-energy-networks-at-windenergy-hamburg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schneider Electric's Resource Advisor Certified for GRI G4 Sustainability Reporting Guidelines Content]]></title><description><![CDATA[Energy and sustainability software helps customers manage data and meet the latest GRI disclosure guidelinesLondon, UK. &ndash; 13 September, 2016 &ndash; Schneider Electric today announced that the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) has certified the company&rsquo;s energy and sustainability software platform, Resource Advisor, to meet the data collection and integration requirements of G4, GRI&rsquo;s latest sustainability reporting guidelines. GRI provides the world&rsquo;s most widely used re]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electrics-resource-advisor-certified-for-gri-g4-sustainability-reporting-guidelines-content/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2016 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/schneider-electrics-resource-advisor-certified-for-gri-g4-sustainability-reporting-guidelines-content/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF offers new Lincoln PowerLuber grease gun]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 13 September 2016: SKF today announced the introduction of its Lincoln 12-volt, lithium-ion PowerLuber. Developed for quick, effortless application of lubricant, this grease tool is suitable for agricultural, automotive, construction, general maintenance and industrial applications.The 12-volt PowerLuber features a lithium-ion battery for maximum power and efficiency and delivers grease at up to 8,000 psi (551 bar). Its three-point base keeps the tool upright for user conveni]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-offers-new-lincoln-powerluber-grease-gun/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2016 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-offers-new-lincoln-powerluber-grease-gun/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF corrosion resistant bearings: the full menu option for food safety and reliability]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 12 September 2016: In response to the food and beverage industry&rsquo;s changing needs, SKF has developed a comprehensive range of bearings meeting safety requirements, designed for reduced maintenance and long life in a wide range of production environments.Product safety is the top priority for food and drink manufacturers, consumers and regulators alike. The latest industry requirements, like the US Food Safety Modernization Act and ISO 22000, require companies to place i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-corrosion-resistant-bearings-the-full-menu-option-for-food-safety-and-reliability/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2016 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-corrosion-resistant-bearings-the-full-menu-option-for-food-safety-and-reliability/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[European Energy Transition Conference - Call for contributions, deadline 20 september 2016 - 5 pm]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 18th edition of the European Energy Transition Conference, organised by BordeauxM&eacute;tropole, the Dunkirk Urban Community and ADEME in close collaboration with Energy Cities, will be held in Bordeaux on 24, 25 and 26 January 2017.<br />
This event is the major Rendez-vous of energy transition stakeholders and it gathers each year more than 2,000 participants over 3 days.<br />
Last year no less than 200 contributions were received and contributed to making the event a veritable laboratory for ideas]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/european-energy-transition-conference-call-for-contributions-deadline-20-september-2016-5-pm/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2016 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/european-energy-transition-conference-call-for-contributions-deadline-20-september-2016-5-pm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF wire rope lubricator boosts reliability for Greek ship management firm]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 7 September, 2016: SKF&rsquo;s wire rope lubricator (WRL) is helping a leading Greek ship management services provider to maximise safety, cut downtime and significantly extend the life cycle of its ropes. Pantheon Tankers Management Ltd is currently using the specially developed service tool on 11 vessels in its fleet of oil tankers and is showing particularly positive results.The robust WRL is helping the Athens-based firm to ensure optimum lubrication in all of its wire ro]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-wire-rope-lubricator-boosts-reliability-for-greek-ship-management-firm/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2016 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-wire-rope-lubricator-boosts-reliability-for-greek-ship-management-firm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF launches resilient mount Vibracon kit at SMM 2016]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 8 September 2016: SKF has introduced a new Vibracon kit for the clean and permanent alignment and chocking of resilient mounted equipment. Presented to the global market for the first time at SMM 2016, the universal chocking solution is particularly quick and easy to use on resilient mounts in the maritime industry, such as those under engines, generators and skids, and is both adjustable and reusable.Each complete kit comprises all the components needed for one resilient mou]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-resilient-mount-vibracon-kit-at-smm-2016/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2016 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-resilient-mount-vibracon-kit-at-smm-2016/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF launches new Simplex intermediate shaft bearing at SMM 2016]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 8 September 2016: At the SMM 2016 trade fair (Hamburg, 6-9 September), SKF is announcing the launch of its 4th generation Simplex intermediate shaft bearing for propulsion shaft lines. The new bearing features multiple design changes and improvements, to provide superior durability, reliability and ease of installation and maintenance for vessel builders and operators.Those improvements begin at the housing. The revised design is stiffer and around 50kg lighter (in the case o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-new-simplex-intermediate-shaft-bearing-at-smm-2016/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2016 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-new-simplex-intermediate-shaft-bearing-at-smm-2016/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF introduces new online marine magazine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 7 September, 2016: Over the past few years, the maritime industry has undergone a transformation&mdash;and this revolution shows no signs of slowing down.To help customers and people interested in the maritime industry to stay up to speed with the latest industry news and provide technical insights and advice, SKF has launched Engineering at Sea, a brand new online magazine and interactive platform. Topics are focused on innovations, safety, green technology, engineering prac]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-introduces-new-online-marine-magazine/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2016 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-introduces-new-online-marine-magazine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Innovative SKF Dynamic Stabilizer Cover cuts retractable stabilizer fin box opening drag by up to 90 percent]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 8 September 2016: At the SMM 2016 trade fair (Hamburg, 6-9 September), SKF will launch its new SKF Dynamic Stabilizer Cover, designed to reduce drag and improve the efficiency of passenger vessels equipped with SKF retractable fin stabilizers type S and type Z.The use of fin stabilizers to control rolling motions has resulted in significant improvements to passenger comfort and safety in a wide range of vessels, from yachts to cruise ships, ferries as well as commercial vesse]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/innovative-skf-dynamic-stabilizer-cover-cuts-retractable-stabilizer-fin-box-opening-drag-by-up-to-90-percent/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2016 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/innovative-skf-dynamic-stabilizer-cover-cuts-retractable-stabilizer-fin-box-opening-drag-by-up-to-90-percent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Automating maritime emissions compliance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Legal conventions on pollution (such as MARPOL) are becoming stricter, covering everything from greenhouse gases and liquid pollutants to soot and other fine particle emissions. Consequences of non-compliance range from more frequent inspections and harsher fines, to a complete ban on entering a nation&rsquo;s ports.While emissions from engine exhausts, bilge water separators, sewage systems, and incinerators have been methodically checked for decades, previously this has been a decentralised pr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/automating-maritime-emissions-compliance/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2016 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/automating-maritime-emissions-compliance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[On the way to energy democracy]]></title><description><![CDATA[On the road away from Paris, the urge to accelerate the green transition of our energy system is no longer disputed. The technology is ready and the economic case is stronger than ever, with renewable energy becoming more competitive than fossil fuels in numerous regions of the world.<br />
Members in the spotlight<br />
&ldquo;Adopt a panel&rdquo; in Helsinki<br />
Finland's largest solar power plant hosted on the roof of the Kivikko ski hall is owned by the city of Helsinki. As part of this project, the city ut]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/on-the-way-to-energy-democracy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2016 11:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/on-the-way-to-energy-democracy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF technologies selected by Scania for new generation of trucks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 8 September 2016: SKF is supplying arange of bearings, seals and linear actuation technologies forScania&rsquo;s new generation of trucks. The result of over 10 years ofdevelopment, during which time SKF has worked in conjunction withScania on developing tailored solutions, these trucks lower fuelconsumption and significantly improve driver comfort.SKF technologies can be found throughout Scania&rsquo;s newgeneration of trucks. These include gearbox bearings, prop-shaftbearings and e]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-technologies-selected-by-scania-for-new-generation-of-trucks/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2016 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-technologies-selected-by-scania-for-new-generation-of-trucks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Office for National Statistics (ONS) announces migration to Oracle Cloud Applications and selects Certus Solutions as Implementation Partner]]></title><description><![CDATA[The ONS is pleased to announce that it has entered into a partnership with Certus Solutions to implement Oracle&rsquo;s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Human Capital Management (HCM) Cloud Applications. This is the first complete Oracle Cloud suite implementation across Her Majesty&rsquo;s (HM) Government.The ONS current ERP system Oracle E-Business Release 11 is an ageing product which has only minimal sustaining support. As a consequence the organisation requires a modern ERP system to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/office-for-national-statistics-ons-announces-migration-to-oracle-cloud-applications-and-selects-certus-solutions-as-implementation-partner/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2016 12:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/office-for-national-statistics-ons-announces-migration-to-oracle-cloud-applications-and-selects-certus-solutions-as-implementation-partner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New high load CLSM precision linear module from SKF]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF has expanded its range of linear drive and motion devices with the launch of a new compact, high precision and high load linear module. Called the CLSM, the new device has been developed for use in a wide range of industrial applications where speed, capacity, accuracy and repeatability are required from a unit with a small footprint. These applications typically include automated welding, inspection and robotics operations.The new CLSM linear module measures just 92x60mm. It is designed to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-high-load-clsm-precision-linear-module-from-skf/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Sep 2016 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-high-load-clsm-precision-linear-module-from-skf/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[When bearings wear]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bearings are critical components that are used heavily in both pulping and paper production machines. Buried deep in the heart of each machine, they ensure that rotating parts move smoothly, efficiently and with minimal friction.In many instances, bearing designs are highly specialised to meet demanding conditions; for example, operation in areas such as suction rolls where there is constant exposure to moisture, or in dryer sections with high levels of humidity and heat. Installed and maintaine]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/when-bearings-wear/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/when-bearings-wear/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Good summer energy in Bielsko-Biała !]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Beskids Festival of Good Energy - 6th edition of a very popular and recreative festival on energy, environmental and climate protection - took place this summer again in our member city of Bielsko-Bia&#322;a.<br />
As every year, the event supported by the Municipality of Bielsko-Bia&#322;a, has attracted an impressive number of participants : nearly 600 preschoolers from 20 kindergartens, 1200 students from elementary schools, middle schools and high schools from the area of Bielsko-Bia&#322;a, a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-good-summer-energy-in-bielsko-biaa-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2016 14:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-good-summer-energy-in-bielsko-biaa-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Good summer energy in Bielsko-Biała!]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Beskids Festival of Good Energy - 6th edition of a very popular and recreative festival on energy, environmental and climate protection - took place this summer again in our member city of Bielsko-Bia&#322;a.<br />
As every year, the event supported by the Municipality of Bielsko-Bia&#322;a, has attracted an impressive number of participants: nearly 600 preschoolers from 20 kindergartens, 1200 students from elementary schools, middle schools and high schools from the area of Bielsko-Bia&#322;a, as]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-good-summer-energy-in-bielsko-biaa/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2016 14:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-good-summer-energy-in-bielsko-biaa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inoapps Announces New Global Enterprise Change Division]]></title><description><![CDATA[London, City: Oracle Platinum Partner Inoapps (www.inoapps.com) has announced the launch of a new Enterprise Change division. The global practice will provide the company&rsquo;s clients with both strategic and practical business change expertise to support their Oracle Cloud Journey. Complementing Inoapps&rsquo; existing Oracle Cloud implementation business, the new Change practice will offer a broad array of services from preparing initial cloud readiness assessments through to full end-to-end]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/inoapps-announces-new-global-enterprise-change-division/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2016 14:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/inoapps-announces-new-global-enterprise-change-division/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF focuses on reliable performance at InnoTrans 2016]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 18 August 2016: At this year's InnoTrans fair, SKF will focus on reliability issues and how it can help customers to minimise their maintenance costs and frequency of maintenance operations. SKF can offer a variety of solutions that extend the maintenance interval, to support its customers in achieving their reliable performance goals.A good example is the development of a new class of wheel tapered roller bearing units (TBUs) that are the first in the world to offer a period]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-focuses-on-reliable-performance-at-innotrans-2016/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Aug 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-focuses-on-reliable-performance-at-innotrans-2016/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1st Touch 360 Customer Portal Helps Drive Business Transformation at New Charter Group]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 360&deg; Tenant Portal system from leading social housing technology innovator 1st Touch (www.1sttouch.com) is enabling New Charter Group, one of the North West&rsquo;s largest housing providers to transform its mobile workforce processes and customer support strategy. The new system delivers a single-view of all key data both for field operatives through their handheld devices and to tenants through an online portal based customer hub.New Charter Group is a social landlord based in Tameside,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/1st-touch-360-customer-portal-helps-drive-business-transformation-at-new-charter-group/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2016 13:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/1st-touch-360-customer-portal-helps-drive-business-transformation-at-new-charter-group/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF to showcase efficiency boosting oil and gas technologies at Turbomachinery and Pump Symposia 2016]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 16 August 2016: SKF will use the Turbomachinery and Pump Symposia 2016 to demonstrate how to increase efficiency and reliability, while cutting maintenance requirements in the oil and gas sector through the use of its proven technologies and services. Visitors to the event will see how its bearings, seals and condition monitoring innovations have been specially developed to improve the performance and extend the service life of critical assets across the industry.Among the ma]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-showcase-efficiency-boosting-oil-and-gas-technologies-at-turbomachinery-and-pump-symposia-2016/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-showcase-efficiency-boosting-oil-and-gas-technologies-at-turbomachinery-and-pump-symposia-2016/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Extending the life of pumps and fans]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pumps and fans are the foot soldiers of the process industry, but their quiet dedication means they are often ignored.This is done at the operator&rsquo;s peril, because when these components break down &ndash; or run below optimum efficiency &ndash; the whole process suffers. Manufacturing and process companies are under huge cost pressures at the moment, making it vital to maximise assets and maintain uptime.Only recently, a processing giant was forced to run its Finnish refinery at 70% utilis]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/extending-the-life-of-pumps-and-fans/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/extending-the-life-of-pumps-and-fans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian to reconfirm its commitment to technological innovation in HV and Submarine cable systems at CIGRE 2016]]></title><description><![CDATA[Latest HVDC cable technologies from the Group up to 700 kV on displayMilan, 3 August, 2016 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, will showcase its comprehensive range of products and technologies, specifically dedicated to High Voltage underground and submarine power transmission, at the 2016 Biannual Session of CIGRE (the International Council on Large Electrical Systems, one of the key worldwide bodies operating in the sector) that will take...Source:]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-to-reconfirm-its-commitment-to-technological-innovation-in-hv-and-submarine-cable-systems-at-cigre-2016/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2016 13:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-to-reconfirm-its-commitment-to-technological-innovation-in-hv-and-submarine-cable-systems-at-cigre-2016/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The seven most expensive words in business “we have always done it this way”]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are many technologies available in relation to lubricants and lubrication that ensure the right amount &amp; type of lubrication applied at the right time. However, identification of potential negative impacts on HACCP have led to the emergence of a different approach in managing lubrication proactively.Lubrication practices are not always effective. And costs can be daunting.<br />
As good lubrication practices are widely accepted to be fundamental to plant reliability, the question is not abou]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-seven-most-expensive-words-in-business-we-have-always-done-it-this-way/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-seven-most-expensive-words-in-business-we-have-always-done-it-this-way/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Central lines]]></title><description><![CDATA[Looking to extend component life and reduce failures in mobile equipment? Centralised lubrication could be the answer, according to Matt Preston, Lubrication Applications Engineer at SKFEquipment reliability is always a priority for quarry operators. The main drivers may change with commodity price swings, from maximising output to keep up with high demand, to controlling operating costs in order to protect margins. But in every case, companies want their machines to spend more time out at work]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/central-lines/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2016 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/central-lines/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Seals that deal with extreme performance from SKF]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF has developed a highly effective collection of seals for extreme conditions, based on a range of advanced materials. The SKF Spectraseal products are custom-designed for each application and machined from advanced polymeric materials including PTFE, UHMWPE, PEEK, PPS, PA and POM.They offer reliable performance under harsh conditions, such as high pressure, extreme temperature, and chemical and physical abrasion &ndash; where those made from conventional materials such as standard elastomers]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/seals-that-deal-with-extreme-performance-from-skf/</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 Jul 2016 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/seals-that-deal-with-extreme-performance-from-skf/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Strengthens Its Submarine Cable Installation Capability]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Group&rsquo;s Third And Newest Vessel &ldquo;Ulisse&rdquo; Now Ready For Operation First Project To Be Executed In The PhilippinesMilan, 29 July 2016 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, announces today the readiness of its new cable lay vessel, named Ulisse, for offshore cable installation operations, following an investment of over 20 million Euros. The Group can now rely on a fleet of three world class vessels - Giulio...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-strengthens-its-submarine-cable-installation-capability/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Jul 2016 12:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-strengthens-its-submarine-cable-installation-capability/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian to Boost Activity in Asset Management Products and Services]]></title><description><![CDATA[Signed contract with National Grid in UKPry-Cam is the group&rsquo;s exclusive and revolutionary technology that helps assets owners to increase uptime, asset longevity and safety, while reducing maintenance costs and risks Milan, 27 July 2016 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has been awarded a contract by National Grid - international electricity and gas company based in the UK and north eastern US - for the supply of...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-to-boost-activity-in-asset-management-products-and-services/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2016 14:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-to-boost-activity-in-asset-management-products-and-services/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[European Commission's "Low-emission mobility strategy" highlights best transport practices of Energy Cities Members]]></title><description><![CDATA[In its recently published climate and energy summer package, the Commission recognizes the key role of cities in delivering a low-emission mobility strategy for Europe, and highlights a multitude of best practices from Energy Cities Members in this regard.<br />
The low-emission mobility strategy constitutes the cadre for the Commission's initiatives in the field of mobility in the coming years. The strategy is anchored in three pillars: increasing the efficiency of the transport system, speeding (...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/european-commissions-low-emission-mobility-strategy-highlights-best-transport-practices-of-energy-cities-members/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2016 10:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/european-commissions-low-emission-mobility-strategy-highlights-best-transport-practices-of-energy-cities-members/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF demonstrates trusted products, services and expertise at Automechanika 2016]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 25 July 2016: The SKF vehicle aftermarket team will be attending Automechanika 2016 with an interactive and educational booth to demonstrate its latest products, tools and services designed to facilitate vehicle repairs and to provide support for customers.&ldquo;We are proud of our longstanding history and legacy as a trusted global supplier and continuously build on our professional partnerships around the world. Automechanika is the perfect opportunity to meet and exchange]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-demonstrates-trusted-products-services-and-expertise-at-automechanika-2016/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2016 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-demonstrates-trusted-products-services-and-expertise-at-automechanika-2016/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF signs bearings contract with CMPC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 25 July 2016: SKF has boosted its presence in Latin America still further, with a two-year contract to supply a wide range of bearings and support services to CMPC, one of the major Chilean pulp and paper companies.CMPC is one of the world&rsquo;s leading manufacturers of pulp, tissue, forestry and paper and packaging products. The company operates in eight countries in Latin America, employs over 17,000 people and exports to customers around the globe.CMPC&rsquo;s facilities]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-signs-bearings-contract-with-cmpc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-signs-bearings-contract-with-cmpc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aspect Sales Soar As Cloud Takes Firm Hold Of CTRM Software Market]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aspect, first and largest vendor of cloud-based energy and commodity trade and risk management (ETRM / CTRM) software, has seen sales for the first half of the year climb to a record 16-year high as even the largest global organizations are dumping entrenched, legacy software and moving to the cloud.Booking more than $7M in new business through the first 6 months of the year, an increase of 127% over the same period in 2015, Aspect...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aspect-sales-soar-as-cloud-takes-firm-hold-of-ctrm-software-market/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jul 2016 11:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aspect-sales-soar-as-cloud-takes-firm-hold-of-ctrm-software-market/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF Housing Kits save time and money]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF has introduced a bearing housing kit, to help its customers speed up and simplify the process of building a bearing system.Researching and ordering the component parts of a housing unit can be costly and time-consuming. An SKF Housing Kit gives customers everything they need to create a high-performing bearing system: an SKF Explorer spherical roller bearing, a plummer block housing and housing seals &ndash; as well as locating rings and an end cover.&ldquo;We match all the components in adv]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-housing-kits-save-time-and-money/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jul 2016 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-housing-kits-save-time-and-money/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF receives AAM Supplier Recognition Award]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 19 July 2016: SKF has received an American Axle &amp; Manufacturing (AAM) Supplier Recognition Award for the contribution its specialised bearings and seals have made to the firm&rsquo;s success. Accepting the global accolade for the first time, SKF was one of three companies to be honoured as part of AAM&rsquo;s 22nd Annual Supplier Day at its headquarters in Detroit, Michigan.SKF was selected to receive the award for its outstanding quality products, technology leadership,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-receives-aam-supplier-recognition-award/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2016 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-receives-aam-supplier-recognition-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your office is getting a desert...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here comes the sun, your colleagues are leaving the office ... Everything is calm! Seize the opportunity to watch our webinars!<br />
Since 2013 Energy Cities has provided you webinars in French, English or German on several thematics: Combined heat and power, Energy and Climate Plan, Internal contracting for municipalities, Living street: When citizens take back the streets ...<br />
Take the time to disccover 3 of them this month !<br />
progRESsHEAT: Assessing the potential for combined heat and power (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/your-office-is-getting-a-desert/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2016 09:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/your-office-is-getting-a-desert/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your office is almost empty? No one is around?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The sun is there and your colleagues are leaving the office for their summer holidays? Everything is calm. Too calm? Seize the opportunity to (re)watch our webinars!<br />
Since 2013 Energy Cities has provided you webinars in French, English or German on several thematics: Combined heat and power, Energy and Climate Plans, Internal contracting for municipalities, Living street: When citizens take back the streets ...<br />
Take the time to disccover 3 of them this month !<br />
progRESsHEAT: Assessing the (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/your-office-is-almost-empty-no-one-is-around/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2016 09:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/your-office-is-almost-empty-no-one-is-around/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[High-performance renovation of schools : a toolkit to do much better]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's time for summer holidays and school buildings' renovation ! Did you know that thanks to an holistic approach, you can reduce their energy consumption by 75% ?<br />
Intended for elected members, their technical departments as well as for building professionnals, the "ZEMedS School Technical &amp; Financial Toolkit" highlights the numerous benefits of an efficient renovation and offers a methodology and specific tools to implement a successful ambitious but realistic renovation project.<br />
When (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/high-performance-renovation-of-schools-a-toolkit-to-do-much-better/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Jul 2016 15:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/high-performance-renovation-of-schools-a-toolkit-to-do-much-better/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[European Energy Transition Conference - Call for contributions!]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 18th edition of the European Energy Transition Conference, organised by BordeauxM&eacute;tropole, the Dunkirk Urban Community and ADEME in close collaboration with Energy Cities, will be held in Bordeaux on 24, 25 and 26 January 2017.<br />
This event is the major Rendez-vous of energy transition stakeholders and it gathers each year more than 2,000 participants over 3 days.<br />
Last year no less than 200 contributions were received and contributed to making the event a veritable laboratory for ideas]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/european-energy-transition-conference-call-for-contributions/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Jul 2016 11:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/european-energy-transition-conference-call-for-contributions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kreisel Electric presents MAVERO, the highly efficient and beautifully designed home energy storage system]]></title><description><![CDATA[Electricity storage system available in four sizes - up to 22 kWh usable capacity and 9.6 kW discharge power MAVERO is a highly efficient and flexible energy storage system for private and commercial application. Thanks to the modular design, each unit can be tailored precisely to individual conditions. The flexible home storage system will be available in four different sizes. The battery packs are based on Li-ion technology and the usable capacity ranges from 8...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/kreisel-electric-presents-mavero-the-highly-efficient-and-beautifully-designed-home-energy-storage-system/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Jul 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/kreisel-electric-presents-mavero-the-highly-efficient-and-beautifully-designed-home-energy-storage-system/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Riga to support the energy renovation of 6,000 houses]]></title><description><![CDATA[6,000 houses (12M m2) should benefit from comprehensive energy renovation starting in the Latvian capital city. The municipality has created a revolving fund linked to a soft loan scheme which will provide loans at a low interest rate (up to 3% APR) to citizens and non-profit organisations via ESCOs and tenant cooperatives. The goal is to increase energy efficiency and the use of renewable energy and to reduce energy consumption in the housing sector.<br />
The fund is planned to start with EUR (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/riga-to-support-the-energy-renovation-of-6000-houses/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jul 2016 11:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/riga-to-support-the-energy-renovation-of-6000-houses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Measured maintenance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Automated lubrication offers compelling benefits for mine and quarry operators seeking lower costs and higher productivity, explains Matt Preston, Lubrication Application Engineer at SKF.The end of the resource supercycle has forced an abrupt change of focus for basic materials companies. Years of rising demand and high commodity prices meant maximising output was the overriding priority for operators. Today&rsquo;s world of dramatically tighter margins means the emphasis has shifted decisively]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/measured-maintenance/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jul 2016 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/measured-maintenance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solar nano-grids light up homes and businesses in Kenya]]></title><description><![CDATA[First installations go live as INTASAVE Energy pursues $30M impact investment Villagers in Lemolo B and Echareria in Nakuru County, Kenya, are waking up today to a new future as new solar nano-grids installed over the last two weeks allows them to switch on lights and operate new agri-processing machinery. The two communities are the first to receive a revolutionary new model for clean, affordable and reliable energy where a central solar hub provides both...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/solar-nano-grids-light-up-homes-and-businesses-in-kenya/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2016 18:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/solar-nano-grids-light-up-homes-and-businesses-in-kenya/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exponential-e cuts carbon footprint by 68% as it demonstrates sustainability commitment with dual ISO energy and environment certification from BSI]]></title><description><![CDATA[ISO 14001 and 50001 certifications make British cloud and network provider one of the most highly certified technology companiesLondon, U.K., 30 June, 2016 &ndash; British cloud and networking provider, Exponential-e, has been awarded two ISO (International Organisation for Standardisation) certifications recognising energy and environmental management across its business. Between May 2015 and May 2016, Exponential-e reduced its carbon footprint by a total of 68%. The ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 Sta]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/exponential-e-cuts-carbon-footprint-by-68-as-it-demonstrates-sustainability-commitment-with-dual-iso-energy-and-environment-certification-from-bsi/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2016 12:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/exponential-e-cuts-carbon-footprint-by-68-as-it-demonstrates-sustainability-commitment-with-dual-iso-energy-and-environment-certification-from-bsi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Grows In Russia And Kazakhstan]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Orders Received For High-Voltage Cables Produced In RybinskStrategic Agreement With Russian Grids (Rosseti) In Power Transmission Cables And SystemsSt. Petersburg, 28 June 2016 &ndash; Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cables and systems industry, confirms the constant growth of Prysmian Russia, which recently reached many important milestones in the high-voltage electrical power transmission grid sector in Russia and Kazakhstan.In detail, the Group has been awarded the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-grows-in-russia-and-kazakhstan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2016 10:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-grows-in-russia-and-kazakhstan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Energy Union badly needs a “revolution from below”]]></title><description><![CDATA[In Italy, experts are talking about the emergence of a &ldquo;revolution from below&rdquo;, steered by local authorities which have helped the country increase its share of renewable energy from 15% to 35.5% in just a few years' time, with huge socio-economic benefits. At European level, this revolution and the role cities play in it is mostly confined to side programmes and dedicated initiatives such as the Covenant of Mayors or the Urban Agenda. While it is important that cities are supported]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-energy-union-badly-needs-a-revolution-from-below/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2016 17:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-energy-union-badly-needs-a-revolution-from-below/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Odense (DK) : Training craftsmen to accelerate the energy transition]]></title><description><![CDATA[It all started with the observation that encouraging owners to renovate their houses was quite a challenge.What is the best way to provide incentives? How can the message be conveyed in a timely manner? Local craftsmen appeared to be the solution: they are in contact with consumers and have the attention of those seeking advice on how to save energy and improve the comfort of their homes.The city of Odense therefore decided to join the Green Business Growth partnership, a partnership (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/odense-dk-training-craftsmen-to-accelerate-the-energy-transition/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2016 14:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/odense-dk-training-craftsmen-to-accelerate-the-energy-transition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate &amp;...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate &amp; Energy will combine efforts and leadership to accelerate climate action at the local level worldwide.The world's two primary city-led climate change and energy initiatives, the EU Covenant of Mayors and the Compact of Mayors, announced the formation of a new, first-of-its-kind global initiative of cities and local governments leading in the fight against climate change. This single initiative will create the largest global coalition of cities (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/global-covenant-of-mayors-for-climate-amp/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2016 11:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/global-covenant-of-mayors-for-climate-amp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EU Covenant of Mayors and Compact of Mayors launch largest global coalition of cities committed to fighting climate change]]></title><description><![CDATA[Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate &amp; Energy will combine efforts and leadership to accelerate climate action at the local level worldwide.The world's two primary city-led climate change and energy initiatives, the EU Covenant of Mayors and the Compact of Mayors, announced the formation of a new, first-of-its-kind global initiative of cities and local governments leading in the fight against climate change. This single initiative will create the largest global coalition of cities (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/eu-covenant-of-mayors-and-compact-of-mayors-launch-largest-global-coalition-of-cities-committed-to-fighting-climate-change/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2016 11:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/eu-covenant-of-mayors-and-compact-of-mayors-launch-largest-global-coalition-of-cities-committed-to-fighting-climate-change/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New bearings simplify the woodworking industry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Both speed and precision are desirable attributes for the bearings used in spindles for machine tooling applications. High-speed capability and accuracy are significant factors also for woodworking and other &lsquo;soft material&rsquo; industries.Add the increasing pressures of a globalised market &ndash; productivity, efficiency, competition &ndash; and the buyers of bearings for electrospindles are eager for ways to improve quality without increasing costs.SKF is a major supplier of bearings f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-bearings-simplify-the-woodworking-industry/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-bearings-simplify-the-woodworking-industry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF talks Smart Robotics: Revolutionising manufacturing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 21 June 2016: SKF is sparking conversation and spreading ideas with a new series of a knowledge-sharing symposium called &ldquo;Let&rsquo;s Talk&rdquo;. Industry experts are discussing industry trends such as Digitalization, Industry Ecology and Counterfeiting in front of a live audience at leading universities.The latest &ldquo;Let&rsquo;s Talk&rdquo; event focuses on Smart Robotics and how it will affect the factory of the future. Speakers are Danica Kragic, Professor for C]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-talks-smart-robotics-revolutionising-manufacturing/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-talks-smart-robotics-revolutionising-manufacturing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF and Rolls-Royce sign long-term contracts worth over SEK 1 billion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 21 June 2016: SKF has signed contracts worth over SEK 1 billion with Rolls-Royce to supply main shaft bearings for their new gas turbine engine programmes.SKF&rsquo;s main shaft bearings will be used in a number of Rolls-Royce engines, including the Trent XWB gas turbine engine. The Trent XWB is the sixth generation of the Trent family of engines, designed specifically for the Airbus A350 XWB family of aircraft.Rutger Barrdahl, head of SKF&rsquo;s aerospace business, says: &ldquo;We]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-and-rolls-royce-sign-long-term-contracts-worth-over-sek-1-billion/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2016 08:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-and-rolls-royce-sign-long-term-contracts-worth-over-sek-1-billion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#Democracy - Making the city "an open transformation platform"]]></title><description><![CDATA[Interview of Carlos Moreno, a Franco-Colombian university professor. This humanist-scientist is renowned for his expertise of the "human smart city" concept.<br />
Energy Cities is promoting a transition that is not only technological, but primarily societal. What is your perception of energy democracy in a &ldquo;smart&rdquo; city?Considering that a smart city could be created by developing highly technological solutions and that these solutions would be able to solve complex problems, without involv]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/democracy-making-the-city-an-open-transformation-platform/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2016 16:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/democracy-making-the-city-an-open-transformation-platform/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF signs maintenance contract with the Antamina copper mine in Peru]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 20 June 2016: SKF has secured a three-year contract with Compa&ntilde;ia Minera Antamina S.A. (Antamina), to provide Proactive Reliability Maintenance services at the company&rsquo;s open-pit copper mine in Peru. Antamina is jointly owned by BHP Billiton, Glencore, Teck and Mitsubishi Corporation, who have jointly invested over USD 3.5 billion in the site, making it one of the largest mining investments in Peru&rsquo;s history.John Schmidt, President, Industrial Sales, Americas, says]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-signs-maintenance-contract-with-the-antamina-copper-mine-in-peru/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2016 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-signs-maintenance-contract-with-the-antamina-copper-mine-in-peru/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF showcases marine expertise at SMM 2016]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 16 June, 2016: SKF will launch two new products at the SMM show while showcasing a wide range of its latest offerings for the maritime sector.The first new launch is a redesigned Simplex Intermediate shaft bearing, which can be mounted on SKF Vibracon chocks &ndash; self-leveling, height-adjustable and reusable chocks that are used for mounting all types of rotating or critically aligned machinery.Simplex Intermediate shaft bearings have a short shell length, and can be align]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-showcases-marine-expertise-at-smm-2016/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-showcases-marine-expertise-at-smm-2016/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy Efficiency and ESCO financing: Niš LE(A)DS the way]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Serbian city of Ni&scaron; achieved 23% energy savings on its public lighting using ESCO funding and technical assistance from the European Bank for Research and Development (EBRD).The city of Ni&scaron; has been committed to climate change mitigation for a long time. The municipality joined Energy Cities in 2003, signed the Covenant of Mayors in 2011 &ndash; committing to decrease its CO2 emissions by 21% by 2020, and adopted a 2050 energy roadmap in 2015.The municipality recently participa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-efficiency-and-esco-financing-ni-leads-the-way/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2016 11:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-efficiency-and-esco-financing-ni-leads-the-way/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Off the Grid Club to bring energy to Africa &amp; music to London]]></title><description><![CDATA[Faithless percussionist Sudha Kheterpal &amp; EnergyNet kick off with June gig at the Africa Energy Forum London, UK, 15 June 2016 &ndash; Sudha Kheterpal, the British-Indian musician and percussionist in Faithless, is supporting the launch of the Off the Grid Club. The idea for the club has been developed and nurtured by EnergyNet, the pioneering energy-focused organizer of forums and collaborations designed to facilitate investment in Africa&rsquo;s power and industrial sectors.Off the Grid Cl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/off-the-grid-club-to-bring-energy-to-africa-amp-music-to-london/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2016 10:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/off-the-grid-club-to-bring-energy-to-africa-amp-music-to-london/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boosting cooperation between cities : #Bornova 2016 conference success]]></title><description><![CDATA[At our Annual Conference in Bornova (Turkey), Mayors of cities in Europe and its Mediterranean neighbourhood have committed to acting together to ensure an energy transition to a fairer model based on the use of renewables and the reduction of CO2 emissions. - By Sorina Buzatu -<br />
Representatives of more than sixty cities from Europe and around the Mediterranean coast gathered in Bornova, a Turkish district of Izmir, one of the cities of the CITyFiED cluster. They took part in the annual (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/boosting-cooperation-between-cities-bornova-2016-conference-success/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jun 2016 16:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/boosting-cooperation-between-cities-bornova-2016-conference-success/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF consolidates manufacturing facilities in North America]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 9 June 2016: SKF today announces theconsolidation of its manufacturing facilities in North America,including the closure of its sites in San Diego, California andBaltimore, Maryland.&nbsp;Restructuring costs are expected to amount to aroundSEK 300 million, of which around SEK 100 million will be accountedfor during Q2 2016 and the remainder as they occur.&nbsp; Theconsolidation is expected to generate full year cost savings ofaround SEK 220 million from 2019, whereof around SEK 70 mi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-consolidates-manufacturing-facilities-in-north-america/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jun 2016 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-consolidates-manufacturing-facilities-in-north-america/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aspect’s Hughes Named CTRM Sector CEO Of 2016]]></title><description><![CDATA[Steve Hughes, who heads CTRM software company Aspect, has been named the sector&rsquo;s CEO of 2016 by Wealth &amp; Finance Magazine.Made as a result of a combination of votes from readers and the magazine&rsquo;s in-house researchers, the award notes that under Hughes&rsquo; leadership Aspect has emerged as the sector&rsquo;s disruptor, changing the way global trading operations approach trade and risk management and taking market share from larger legacy CTRM vendors.See complete interview on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aspects-hughes-named-ctrm-sector-ceo-of-2016/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jun 2016 14:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aspects-hughes-named-ctrm-sector-ceo-of-2016/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF technology boosts propulsion units on world’s most powerful LNG carriers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 9 June, 2016: SKF&rsquo;s industry leading technologies and design engineering support are helping to enhance the reliability and reduce the life cycle cost of propulsion units that will drive the most powerful liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers in the world. The Azipod&reg; propulsion units, developed by ABB, are being installed on the 170,000-cubic metre ice-breaking LNG tankers that will be used as part of the Yamal project to open up gas from the Yamal peninsula and tra]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-technology-boosts-propulsion-units-on-worlds-most-powerful-lng-carriers/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jun 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-technology-boosts-propulsion-units-on-worlds-most-powerful-lng-carriers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF launches Marine Route Based Kit at Posidonia 2016]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 9 June, 2016: SKF has launched a sophisticated condition monitoring system with cloud connectivity to cut downtime and increase fleet reliability through enabling predictive maintenance in the marine sector. Introduced to the market for the first time at Posidonia 2016, the SKF Marine CM Route Kit, includes all the tools needed to implement reliable condition monitoring techniques onboard ships and allows operators to adopt an integrated approach to condition based maintenanc]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-marine-route-based-kit-at-posidonia-2016/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jun 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-marine-route-based-kit-at-posidonia-2016/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Managing marine maintenance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 9 June, 2016: Ships were once meant solely for the seas and major maintenance was resigned to the docks. However, digital technology is making waves in the marine sector and as such, the concept of taking a ship 'online' &ndash; by making its on-board data available to onshore experts &ndash; is becoming ever more common.&nbsp; The thrust for this change is down to a need to achieve improvements in three critical areas: maintenance, environmental performance and safety.Take t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/managing-marine-maintenance/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jun 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/managing-marine-maintenance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moixa’s Brief-case Sized Smart Batteries in Big-6 Utility Pilots]]></title><description><![CDATA[London, 8 June 2016: Moixa Technology, the UK leader in residential energy storage, today announced with ScottishPower, a ground-breaking pilot of Moixa&rsquo;s smart battery Maslow product in customer homes, helping them to save money and use more of the energy they generate. It also demonstrates how storage technology could address the challenges facing the UK&rsquo;s overstretched grid.In pilots with major energy industry partners such as ScottishPower, British Gas, SSE PD, Good Energy, the g]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/moixas-brief-case-sized-smart-batteries-in-big-6-utility-pilots/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jun 2016 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/moixas-brief-case-sized-smart-batteries-in-big-6-utility-pilots/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Almada's Less Carbon Climate Fund becomes revolving]]></title><description><![CDATA[After seven years of successful operation, Almada's Less Carbon Climate Fund is now being redesigned and upgraded - it will become a revolving fund.<br />
In 2009 the Portuguese city of Almada set up the &ldquo;Less Carbon Climate Fund&rdquo; which aims at reducing Almada's carbon footprint by financing energy efficiency and renewable energy investments.Almada's Local Development Strategy has been framing the local activity for the last three decades. Each decade has been devoted to a particular issue]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/almadas-less-carbon-climate-fund-becomes-revolving/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jun 2016 15:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/almadas-less-carbon-climate-fund-becomes-revolving/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Try new DDDelicious local flavours in new issue of Energy Cities INFO]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are still some days left until summer starts. Nevertheless, we already suggest the three new DDDelicious flavours that will give Europe's energy transition a local taste: Devolution (yummy!), Democracy (dainty!), Divestment (mouth-watering!)<br />
Our freshly-released Energy Cities INFO magazine gives you clues as to how to scale up the energy transition thanks to empowered cities, increased citizen participation and redirection of money flows. This 2016 issue features interviews, local (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/try-new-dddelicious-local-flavours-in-new-issue-of-energy-cities-info/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jun 2016 09:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/try-new-dddelicious-local-flavours-in-new-issue-of-energy-cities-info/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Essel Group Middle East and Simba Energy confirm management changes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Essel Group Middle East (&ldquo;EGME&rdquo;) is pleased to announce that at the Annual General Meeting of Simba Energy Inc. (&ldquo;Simba Energy&rdquo;) held yesterday in Vancouver, Canada, all resolutions put to shareholders were duly passed. Shareholders voted in favour of the resolution confirming Punkaj Gupta&rsquo;s position on the board. He has been a director since 11th February 2016 and is currently serving as Simba Energy&rsquo;s Chief Executive Officer. Mr Gupta will continue as the Ch]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/essel-group-middle-east-and-simba-energy-confirm-management-changes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2016 16:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/essel-group-middle-east-and-simba-energy-confirm-management-changes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Group published its 2015 Sustainability Report]]></title><description><![CDATA[&euro;1,580 million of economic value generated (+9.9%); ozone-depleting substances cut by 7.8% Included in FTSE4Good index; +10 points on the Dow Jones Sustainability Index; Board of Directors entrusted with supervising sustainability issuesMilan, 31 May 2016. Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has published its fifth Sustainability Report prepared in accordance with the G4 Sustainability Reporting Guidelines, adopting new KPIs and reporting on 76 GRI]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-published-its-2015-sustainability-report/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 May 2016 12:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-published-its-2015-sustainability-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF Light ElectroMechanical Cylinders: squeezing out hydraulics in new applications]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF is bringing electromechanical performance to new industries and users thanks to its Light ElectroMechanical Cylinder (LEMC) range of modular industrial actuators.Electromechanical actuators are increasingly favoured in demanding industrial automation applications thanks to their combination of high load capacity, superior dynamic performance and ease of integration and control. Compared to hydraulic equipment, electromechanical systems also offer a long service life, reduced maintenance requ]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-light-electromechanical-cylinders-squeezing-out-hydraulics-in-new-applications/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 May 2016 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-light-electromechanical-cylinders-squeezing-out-hydraulics-in-new-applications/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Polish-German city cooperation : promoting low emission actions on a local level]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our collective member PNEC (Polish Network of Energie Cit&eacute;s) initiates German-Polish city partnerships to foster exchange of experiences and solutions on the road to a low-emission economy.<br />
Decentralized solutions, verified and successfully implemented by cities and their stakeholders, play a key role in boosting the energy transition on a European scale. Though each local authority is different - having its own history and peculiarities - they are all confronted with similar challenges (]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/polish-german-city-cooperation-promoting-low-emission-actions-on-a-local-level/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 May 2016 12:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/polish-german-city-cooperation-promoting-low-emission-actions-on-a-local-level/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to make Europe number 1 in Energy Efficiency?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Since 2011 and thanks to considerable progress in energy efficiency policies there are more new or improved energy efficiency policies but more effort is needed to achieve the 2020 target.Extracts from the press release<br />
Energy efficiency is the first fuel of the European Union. Policies are already implemented across all EU member states but we need more ambitious targets and a stronger framework for 2030.Claude Turmes, MEP, EUFORES President<br />
Energy efficiency policies are an (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/how-to-make-europe-number-1-in-energy-efficiency/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 May 2016 16:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/how-to-make-europe-number-1-in-energy-efficiency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian, Double Technology Milestone in the Field of Power Transmission]]></title><description><![CDATA[Highest ever voltages of 700 kV (PPL) and 600 kV (XLPE) reached for HVDC cable systemsIncreased power transmission capacity by up to 15% and higher grid reliabilityMilan, 24 May 2016 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry has reached two record-breaking milestones in the field of power transmission and today announces the successful development and testing of its new 700 kV MI-PPL (Mass Impregnated) and 600 kV extruded (XLPE)...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-double-technology-milestone-in-the-field-of-power-transmission/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 May 2016 10:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-double-technology-milestone-in-the-field-of-power-transmission/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Udine Climate Fund: another step towards a sustainable energy city]]></title><description><![CDATA[From its central position just in the middle of Friuli historical region, Udine has always renewed, year by year, its commitment towards the environmental sustainability in general and the reduction of CO2 emissions in particular.It has been a long successful story: from the Municipal Environmental Management (first EMAS registration and ISO 14001 certification in 2008) through the Municipal Energy Action Plan and the signature of the Covenant of Mayors (2009) to the adhesion to the new (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-udine-climate-fund-another-step-towards-a-sustainable-energy-city/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 May 2016 15:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-udine-climate-fund-another-step-towards-a-sustainable-energy-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#Bornova2016 - Get into the Grand Bazaar !]]></title><description><![CDATA[Energy Cities' Annual Conference in Bornova, Turkey, is in only 2 weeks now and we are happy to announce today the list of 24 forums that were selected for our "bazaar" sessions...On Thursday 2nd of June, two forum sessions will enable participants to the conference to present and discuss their most innovative and successful initiatives, in small groups and in a very interactive way.Like in an oriental bazaar, you will be able to choose among a diversity of colours, flavours and tastes, (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/bornova2016-get-into-the-grand-bazaar-/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 May 2016 12:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/bornova2016-get-into-the-grand-bazaar-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDS Insight™ Machines - A New Solution for Detecting Partial Discharge in Rotating Machines]]></title><description><![CDATA[HVPD Ltd., experts in on-line condition monitoring of high voltage networks, announce the global release of a brand new solution for the detection of Partial Discharge (PD) in rotating machines, the PDS Insight&trade; Machines. This ground-breaking technology can be used to detect and trend PD, a common cause of electrical failures in these critical assets.HVPD have been developing and distributing simple-to-use handheld PD testers since 2007, with over 400 customers in the utility, transport, a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/pds-insight-machines-a-new-solution-for-detecting-partial-discharge-in-rotating-machines/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 May 2016 11:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/pds-insight-machines-a-new-solution-for-detecting-partial-discharge-in-rotating-machines/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Necessity is the mother of invention]]></title><description><![CDATA[The oil and gas sector is under pressure to maintain operating margins. Oil prices have fallen dramatically in the last twelve months, mainly driven by over-supply. This has been due to a range of factors including new reservoir discoveries and drilling techniques, the shale fracking boom, weakness in major economies, growing availability of alternative energy sources and the introduction of ever more efficient combustion engines in cars, trucks and industrial and power generation plants.Althoug]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/necessity-is-the-mother-of-invention/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 May 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/necessity-is-the-mother-of-invention/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Malmö awarded in Brussels for its outstanding mobility plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[On 20 April, our member city of Malm&ouml; (Sweden) was announced by Director-General for DG MOVE, Mr. Henrik Hololei, as the winner of the 4th Sustainable Urban Mobility Planning Award.<br />
The SUMP award ceremony 2016 (Copyright European Mobility Week)The jury particulary appreciated how the city is committed in an integrated planning process that focuses on creating an efficient multimodal network, as well as on social and economic factors. Thus, accessibility for different social groups or a (..]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/malm-awarded-in-brussels-for-its-outstanding-mobility-plan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 May 2016 14:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/malm-awarded-in-brussels-for-its-outstanding-mobility-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Supports the Development of Ultra-High Speed Network in Singapore]]></title><description><![CDATA[Separate contracts awarded by Singtel and NetLink TrustMilan, 17 May 2016 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has been chosen to support the development of the new broadband network in Singapore. Prysmian Group has been awarded two new contracts from two separate companies in Singapore, Singtel and NetLink Trust worth a total of around S$ 35 million (almost &euro; 23 million) for the supply of optical fibre cables...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-supports-the-development-of-ultra-high-speed-network-in-singapore/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 May 2016 11:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-supports-the-development-of-ultra-high-speed-network-in-singapore/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF to send UK Meet the World football tournament champions to Gothia Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF (U.K.) Limited will send Broxburn Athletic Colts United to the Gothia Cup, the world's largest football tournament, in Sweden after the West Lothian team were crowned champions of the Meet the World competition in Livingston. The under 13 squad will compete alongside the best youth teams in the world in Gothenburg and follow in the footsteps of footballing greats, such as Alan Shearer, Xabi Alonso and Scotland&rsquo;s own Gordon Durie.The UK edition of the SKF Meet the World tournament, whic]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-send-uk-meet-the-world-football-tournament-champions-to-gothia-cup/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 May 2016 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-send-uk-meet-the-world-football-tournament-champions-to-gothia-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sit and connect: First solar bench installed in Litoměřice]]></title><description><![CDATA[Litom&#283;&#345;ice is the first Czech city to provide its citizens with a smart solar bench. &lsquo;CapaSitty' was recently installed in the V&aacute;clav Havel public park.Sustainable energy is one of the main development priorities for this Litom&#283;&#345;ice. The solar bench is part of an integrated action plan for energy conservation and renewable energy. Its aim is to promote the use of solar energy in public spaces.The CapaSitty bench was developed by the &lsquo;Full CapaCity Company']]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/sit-and-connect-first-solar-bench-installed-in-litomice/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 May 2016 14:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/sit-and-connect-first-solar-bench-installed-in-litomice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Independent Analyst Firm Names Schneider Electric an Energy Services Leader]]></title><description><![CDATA[Verdantix Green Quadrant&reg; report benchmarks UK providers across key services &mdash; from energy procurement to data management and analyticsIndustry analyst places Schneider Electric in the Leader&rsquo;s Quadrant LONDON, 10 May, 2016 &ndash; Schneider Electric, the global specialist in energy management and automation, has been named an energy services leader by Verdantix in the analyst firm&rsquo;s new Green Quadrant&reg; UK Energy Services 2016 report.The Verdantix Green Quadrant is a pr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/independent-analyst-firm-names-schneider-electric-an-energy-services-leader/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 May 2016 15:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/independent-analyst-firm-names-schneider-electric-an-energy-services-leader/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New dialogues between cities &amp; local stakeholders]]></title><description><![CDATA[Energy Cities has carried out a new exploratory study for cities and diverse project leaders desiring to start a sustainable energy transition in collaboration with all stakeholders in their territory.<br />
Local authorities have a key role to play in climate and energy policies and in the energy transition towards a low carbon, energy efficient and sustainable society. However, they cannot act alone.They often control only a small percentage of the emissions of local greenhouse gases (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-dialogues-between-cities-amp-local-stakeholders/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 May 2016 12:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-dialogues-between-cities-amp-local-stakeholders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#Bornova2016 - Remunicipalising energy services: why and how?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the last 15 years, 235 cities in 37 countries have brought water services back under public control benefiting 100 million people.Paris, Naples, Berlin, Budapest&hellip; the list of European cities running their own water system is getting longer and longer. This may be a model for other services: how about energy, an equally precious natural resource and essential service? Who owns it and who benefits from it most? The movement towards public ownership of urban services is a growing (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/bornova2016-remunicipalising-energy-services-why-and-how/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 May 2016 10:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/bornova2016-remunicipalising-energy-services-why-and-how/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Magnetic bearings tough enough for the depths of the sea]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 5 May, 2016: Today&rsquo;s oil and gas industry is facing many challenges, including lower oil prices and environmental issues that are forcing companies to look into alternative methods of extraction. Many companies are recognising the need to innovate and are investing in long-term solutions.Energy company Statoil is one of these innovative companies. It has understood the importance of being at the forefront of technology for cost cutting, environmental reasons and its lon]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/magnetic-bearings-tough-enough-for-the-depths-of-the-sea/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 May 2016 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/magnetic-bearings-tough-enough-for-the-depths-of-the-sea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Keeping a check on production losses]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 5 May, 2016: The oil and gas industry is struggling to adapt to a new economic environment. Price volatility remains high &ndash;but the combination of strong supply and slowing demand growth makes a rapid return to high prices unlikely.Amid such prolonged, challenging conditions, offshore producers are under extraordinary pressure to reduce costs. In a sector where the long term cost trend has been upwards, turning the situation around requires wide ranging changes to operat]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/keeping-a-check-on-production-losses/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 May 2016 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/keeping-a-check-on-production-losses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Improved sealing for wellheads]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 5 May, 2016: The need to drill deeper for oil, with a corresponding increase in pressures and temperatures, makes working in an already harsh environment even more challenging. At the same time, the current spot-market price of oil is putting even greater emphasis on the need to control operating costs.Meeting these seemingly opposing demands is never easy, but an innovative design of wellhead seal from SKF looks set to play an important role in helping oil companies drill de]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/improved-sealing-for-wellheads/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 May 2016 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/improved-sealing-for-wellheads/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Enhancing critical machinery monitoring]]></title><description><![CDATA[What is IMx-M?IMx-M is a protection system with a difference: it incorporates condition monitoring. When people approach us they are generally looking for a protection system: we&rsquo;ve added condition monitoring to that.The system protects and monitors critical and high-speed rotating machinery: power generation, pumps, aero engines, steam or gas turbines, motor-run systems &ndash; any machine that has high potential energy that could cause severe damage. It&rsquo;s a sophisticated way of mon]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/enhancing-critical-machinery-monitoring/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 May 2016 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/enhancing-critical-machinery-monitoring/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bearing up in oil and gas]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 5 May, 2016: In the oil and gas industry, reliability is key to success. Unexpected downtime due to machinery or component failure results in massive cost both onshore and offshore sectors.US regulations require that equipment used in the oil and gas industry is maintained every five years. Operators in the industry wish that their equipment would last this long: because of the punishing conditions and extreme environment, servicing is required long before the five-year perio]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/bearing-up-in-oil-and-gas/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 May 2016 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/bearing-up-in-oil-and-gas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian At Offshore Technology Conference 2016]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recent Management Appointment Of Cristiano Tortelli To Lead The New Oil&amp;Gas Business Area First OTC For Prysmian After The Acquisition Of GCDTMilan, 03 May 2016 &ndash; Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, will showcase at Offshore Technology Conference 2016 in Houston, TX (USA) from May 2 to 5 (booth 4353). The Group will present its comprehensive product portfolio specifically designed for the Oil and Gas industry.OTC 2016 comes at...Source: RealWi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-at-offshore-technology-conference-2016/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 May 2016 15:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-at-offshore-technology-conference-2016/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF secures SEK 100 million contract extension with Russian rail freight company]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 2 May 2016: SKF has secured a one-yearcontract extension, worth approximately SEK 100 million, with JSCTikhvin Freight Car Building Plant, a subsidiary of Research andProduction Company United Wagon Company (RPC UWC), a Russianrailway holding company.As part of the extended agreement, which is nowentering its third year, SKF will supply Compact Tapered RollerBearing Units (CTBU) manufactured at its factory in Tver, Russia,as well as maintenance support and remanufacturing services.Er]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-secures-sek-100-million-contract-extension-with-russian-rail-freight-company/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 May 2016 08:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-secures-sek-100-million-contract-extension-with-russian-rail-freight-company/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Small-scale biomass-based cogeneration: different techniques being tested in South East Sweden]]></title><description><![CDATA[Energy Cities member, the Energy Agency for South East Sweden, is currently involved in the testing of three different techniques for small-scale biomass-based cogeneration (gasifier, wet steam turbine and organic Rancine cycle) which are being built and demonstrated in South East Sweden as part of the project Small Scale CHP LIFE+ (2014-2018).For smaller industries, real estate or farming, a biomass gasifier which produces both electricity and heat can be an alternative to replace an oil (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/small-scale-biomass-based-cogeneration-different-techniques-being-tested-in-south-east-sweden/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Apr 2016 18:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/small-scale-biomass-based-cogeneration-different-techniques-being-tested-in-south-east-sweden/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EU Commissioner Miguel Arias Ca&ntilde;ete invites mayors to join the new Covenant of Mayors for Climate &amp; Energy to make Europe &ldquo;a sustainable low-carbon and climate-resilient society&rdquo;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following up on the historic international agreement on climate change reached last December in Paris, EU Commissioner for Climate Action and Energy Miguel Arias Ca&ntilde;ete addresses mayors in a letter that emphasizes cities' crucial role in successfully implementing the energy transition.<br />
In the letter sent yesterday - Thursday 28 April 2016 - Commissioner Arias Ca&ntilde;ete thanks the cities that have already been taking climate and energy actions through the Covenant of Mayors and Mayors]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/eu-commissioner-miguel-arias-cantildeete-invites-mayors-to-join-the-new-covenant-of-mayors-for-climate-amp-energy-to-make-europe-ldquoa-sustainable-low-carbon-and-climate-resilient-societyrdquo/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Apr 2016 09:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/eu-commissioner-miguel-arias-cantildeete-invites-mayors-to-join-the-new-covenant-of-mayors-for-climate-amp-energy-to-make-europe-ldquoa-sustainable-low-carbon-and-climate-resilient-societyrdquo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An innovative platform to achieve the 2020 climate and energy targets]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our member Klimaatverbond recently informed us that the Dutch Agreement on Energy for Sustainable Growth concluded between 47 organisations in 2013 is finally available in English. Combining an innovative governance platform with a systemic approach to energy and climate policy, this type of agreement sets the example when it comes to achieving climate and energy targets.Innovative and encompassing<br />
The Dutch Agreement on Energy for Sustainable Growth gathers businesses, associations, (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/an-innovative-platform-to-achieve-the-2020-climate-and-energy-targets/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Apr 2016 17:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/an-innovative-platform-to-achieve-the-2020-climate-and-energy-targets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF First quarter report 2016]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 28 April 2016:Alrik Danielson, President andCEO:&ldquo;Although we experienced challenges in many marketsin the first quarter, the benefits from the cost reductioninitiatives implemented during 2015 are now materializing. This isevid&shy;enced by the Group&rsquo;s operating performance in the quarter andour operating margin of 11.1%, a decline of one percentage point.The Automotive Market profit improvement programme that waslaunched during the fourth quarter of 2015 is also progress]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-first-quarter-report-2016/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Apr 2016 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-first-quarter-report-2016/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AmicusHorizon’s Robert Stewart To Head 1st Touch User Group]]></title><description><![CDATA[Robert Stewart, Business Solutions Manager of AmicusHorizon (member of the London G15), has been appointed as the new Chair of the 1st Touch User Group. His appointment is a reflection of his considerable awareness of 1st Touch&rsquo;s enterprise mobile workforce software. Working with 1st Touch, AmicusHorizon has developed solutions for repairs, health &amp; safety inspections, voids, lettings, income management and antisocial behavior (ASB) visits. AmicusHorizon is also currently implementing]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/amicushorizons-robert-stewart-to-head-1st-touch-user-group/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Apr 2016 10:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/amicushorizons-robert-stewart-to-head-1st-touch-user-group/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF innovation helps floating tidal energy project secure €10 million grant]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 26 April, 2016: SKF&rsquo;s industry leading technology and design engineering support is forming part of a groundbreaking floating tidal energy project that has been awarded a &euro;10 million (&pound;7.75 million) European Commission (EC) grant. The Floating Tidal Energy Commercialisation (FloTEC) project, led by Scotrenewables Tidal Power, has been recognised by the EC&rsquo;s Horizon2020 programme for its ability to illustrate how floating tidal systems can provide low-co]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-innovation-helps-floating-tidal-energy-project-secure-10-million-grant/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Apr 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-innovation-helps-floating-tidal-energy-project-secure-10-million-grant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF divests Kaydon velocity control business]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 26 April 2016: SKF has signed anagreement, subject to regulatory approvals, to divest its Kaydonvelocity control business to Stabilus, a global supplier to theautomotive and industrial markets. Stabilus develops and produceselectromechanical drives, as well as gas springs and hydraulicdampers. The company has its operational headquarters in Koblenz,Germany and is listed on the SDAX index of the Frankfurt StockExchange.The total consideration of the transaction is USD 339million, on a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-divests-kaydon-velocity-control-business/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Apr 2016 08:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-divests-kaydon-velocity-control-business/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Signature de l'accord de Paris : les villes avancent sans attendre]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aujourd'hui, les chefs d'Etat de 162 pays sont attendus &agrave; New York pour signer l'accord climatique de Paris, une &eacute;tape importante concluant des mois de n&eacute;gociations difficiles. Cependant, les villes ne les ont pas attendu pour engager leur transition &eacute;nerg&eacute;tique et de nombreuses politiques locales ambitieuses ont &eacute;t&eacute; mises en place depuis la D&eacute;claration de Paris en d&eacute;cembre.Planifier la transition &ndash; La plateforme climat d'Almad]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/signature-de-laccord-de-paris-les-villes-avancent-sans-attendre/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Apr 2016 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/signature-de-laccord-de-paris-les-villes-avancent-sans-attendre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Climate deal in New York : how local climate action could make world leaders blush]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, 162 countries are expected to sign the Paris Climate Agreement in New York. This is an important step, concluding months of harsh negotiations. However, would they pay more attention to the local policies that have been put in place since the Paris City hall declaration in December, world leaders would blush..Planning ahead &ndash; Almada local climate platformCities did not wait for the New York signing ceremony to face the climate challenge by planning and concretely engaging in their (]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/climate-deal-in-new-york-how-local-climate-action-could-make-world-leaders-blush/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Apr 2016 10:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/climate-deal-in-new-york-how-local-climate-action-could-make-world-leaders-blush/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EDF Energy improves efficiency and responsiveness and gains greater clarity on exposure to risk through Tinubu Risk Analyst service]]></title><description><![CDATA[21 April 2016 &ndash; London, UK. EDF Energy, one of the UK&rsquo;s largest energy companies and the largest producer of low-carbon electricity, is using Tinubu Square&rsquo;s Risk Analyst service to carry out credit risk assessments which are helping the company to win deals where speed of response is critical. EDF Energy produces around one-fifth of the nation's electricity from its nuclear power stations, wind farms, coal and gas power stations and combined heat and power...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/edf-energy-improves-efficiency-and-responsiveness-and-gains-greater-clarity-on-exposure-to-risk-through-tinubu-risk-analyst-service/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Apr 2016 13:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/edf-energy-improves-efficiency-and-responsiveness-and-gains-greater-clarity-on-exposure-to-risk-through-tinubu-risk-analyst-service/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF to demonstrate staff productivity boosting innovations at Hillhead 2016]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF will be attending Hillhead 2016 to demonstrate how to maximise staff productivity through optimum asset reliability in the quarrying sector. Visitors to the international quarrying, construction and recycling exhibition will see how the innovative solutions on display have been developed to increase the availability of machinery and reduce maintenance in some of the toughest environments.On show will be the SKF Three-Barrier Solution that extends machine service life and reduces maintenance]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-demonstrate-staff-productivity-boosting-innovations-at-hillhead-2016/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Apr 2016 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-demonstrate-staff-productivity-boosting-innovations-at-hillhead-2016/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF launches new rolling bearings in paper machines handbook]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 20 April 2016: SKF has launched a new version of its specialist handbook for rolling bearings in paper machines to help industry professionals maximise bearing service life. Now in its fifth edition, the technical manual has been developed to provide an invaluable wealth of information and advice for those working with paper machines, from designers and operators to maintenance staff.This latest edition of the handbook includes up-to-date information according to advances in]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-new-rolling-bearings-in-paper-machines-handbook/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Apr 2016 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-new-rolling-bearings-in-paper-machines-handbook/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[“Energy Efficiency Watch3” : Overall progress in national energy efficiency policy implementation still too slow or even absent in several Member States]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 1.100 experts from all 28 EU Member States were consulted about the relative progress in energy policies of their own countries in the last 3 years. The aim of the survey was to learn from stakeholders and experts how they see the "real-life" progress of energy efficiency policies and their implementation across different sectors in their respective country.Click to enlarge<br />
The survey showed enormous disparity among Member States in levels of ambition and (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-efficiency-watch3-overall-progress-in-national-energy-efficiency-policy-implementation-still-too-slow-or-even-absent-in-several-member-states/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Apr 2016 10:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-efficiency-watch3-overall-progress-in-national-energy-efficiency-policy-implementation-still-too-slow-or-even-absent-in-several-member-states/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy efficiency implemented too slowly in Europe : a status report from “Energy Efficiency Watch3”]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 1.100 experts from all 28 EU Member States were consulted about the relative progress in energy policies of their own countries in the last 3 years. The aim of the survey was to learn from stakeholders and experts how they see the "real-life" progress of energy efficiency policies and their implementation across different sectors in their respective country.Click to enlarge<br />
The survey showed enormous disparity among Member States in levels of ambition and (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-efficiency-implemented-too-slowly-in-europe-a-status-report-from-energy-efficiency-watch3/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Apr 2016 10:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-efficiency-implemented-too-slowly-in-europe-a-status-report-from-energy-efficiency-watch3/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Aspect Middle East Deal Sounds Warning To Big Entrenched CTRM Vendors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cloud E/CTRM provider Aspect has signed its second new major E/CTRM customer in the Middle East within three months in what the company is describing as a warning for big traditional vendors of legacy solutions. In a market where the big players once dominated, they are now feeling the pinch claims Aspect as the strengths of cloud vendors &ndash; with agility, flexibility, better risk management and subscription-based opex over capex pricing models &ndash; become more...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-aspect-middle-east-deal-sounds-warning-to-big-entrenched-ctrm-vendors/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Apr 2016 10:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-aspect-middle-east-deal-sounds-warning-to-big-entrenched-ctrm-vendors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF to showcase efficiency enhancing marine portfolio at Posidonia 2016]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 20 April, 2016: SKF will use Posidonia 2016 to demonstrate how to boost efficiency and reliability, while cutting operating and maintenance costs in the maritime sector through its comprehensive product and service range. Visitors to the international shipping exhibition will see how the complete portfolio of innovations being showcased has been specifically developed to enhance performance and safety on all types of vessels.At the show, SKF will launch the new SKF Marine CM]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-showcase-efficiency-enhancing-marine-portfolio-at-posidonia-2016/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Apr 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-showcase-efficiency-enhancing-marine-portfolio-at-posidonia-2016/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF launches specialised lubricator to increase wire rope life]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF has launched a fast and efficient wire rope lubrication system to significantly reduce maintenance time and extend service life in a number of diverse applications. The Lincoln wire rope lubricator (WRL) has been developed to eliminate manual lubrication and is available in a range of models for use with any wire rope up to 52mm in size.The service tool has been designed to deliver highly effective lubrication in virtually any application using wire rope, including oil and gas rigs, wharf an]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-specialised-lubricator-to-increase-wire-rope-life/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Apr 2016 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-specialised-lubricator-to-increase-wire-rope-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Essel Group Middle East to Invest in Simba and New CEO Appointed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Essel Group Middle East DMCC (&ldquo;Essel Group ME&rdquo; or &ldquo;EGME&rdquo;) and Simba Energy Inc. ("Simba") are pleased to announce that they have arranged, subject to receipt of regulatory approval, a private placement financing (the "Private Placement") involving the sale of 34,000,000 units ("Units") in Simba Energy at a price of $0.05 per Unit to Essel Group ME to raise gross proceeds of approximately $1,700,000. Each Unit is to be comprised of one (1) common share...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/essel-group-middle-east-to-invest-in-simba-and-new-ceo-appointed/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Apr 2016 16:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/essel-group-middle-east-to-invest-in-simba-and-new-ceo-appointed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EU Emission Trading System: Our 5 recommendations for a sensible use of the "Modernisation Fund"]]></title><description><![CDATA[The EU Emission Trading System (ETS), launched in 2005, is a pillar of EU climate policy and the largest system of its kind. Giving a price to carbon and a limited "right to pollute" through Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emission allowances, it should lead to widespread emission cuts. However, the EU ETS has so far failed to deliver, resulting in a carbon price of only &euro;5 and billions of Euros of profits for carbon polluting industries. Moreover, the top-down EU ETS has not been faithful to Europe's]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/eu-emission-trading-system-our-5-recommendations-for-a-sensible-use-of-the-modernisation-fund/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Apr 2016 11:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/eu-emission-trading-system-our-5-recommendations-for-a-sensible-use-of-the-modernisation-fund/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF talks Industrial Ecology: Engineering for sustainable development]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 19 April 2016: SKF is sparking conversation and spreading ideas with a new series of a knowledge-sharing symposium called &ldquo;Let&rsquo;s Talk&rdquo;. Industry experts are discussing industry trends such as Digitalization, Industry Ecology and Smart Robotics in front of a live audience at leading universities.The latest &ldquo;Let&rsquo;s Talk&rdquo; event focuses on Industrial Ecology, a systematic approach to sustainable development and the circular economy. Speakers are]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-talks-industrial-ecology-engineering-for-sustainable-development/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Apr 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-talks-industrial-ecology-engineering-for-sustainable-development/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Reaches New Technology Milestone In The Field Of Power Transmission Grids]]></title><description><![CDATA[P-Laser 525 kV Is The First Fully Recyclable Environmentally Friendly HVDC Cable Increased Power Transmission Capacity And Lower System Costs By More Than 10%Milan, 18 April 2016 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, is launching a new breakthrough cable technology for the development of power transmission grids that will ensure better environmental sustainability, higher electrical performance and lower costs. The Group announces today the successful d]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-reaches-new-technology-milestone-in-the-field-of-power-transmission-grids/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Apr 2016 12:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-reaches-new-technology-milestone-in-the-field-of-power-transmission-grids/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#bornova2016 - Multi-level cooperation from Paris to Marrakech]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Eduardo Lopez Moreno from UN Habitat puts it rightly : "The cities that are most prosperous are not those that strongly compete with each other, but those that strongly cooperate." Our conference in Bornova on 1-3 June will explore how creating links can be most inspiring and beneficial.During a high-level political level session on Thursday 2 June, panelists will debate how alliances can greatly contribute to achieving international, EU and national energy and climate objectives, to (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/bornova2016-multi-level-cooperation-from-paris-to-marrakech/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Apr 2016 09:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/bornova2016-multi-level-cooperation-from-paris-to-marrakech/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF’s first quarter results to be published on 28 April 2016]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 14 April 2016: The SKF Group will publishits results for the first quarter on 28 April 2016 and welcomesinvestors, analysts and members of the media to take part in aconference call, which will be held in English, at 09:00 (CET),08:00 (UK time).To join the conference call, please dial-in using thefollowing details at least 10 minutes before the start of thecall:SE: +46 8 5065 3936<br />
UK: +44 20 3427 1912<br />
US: +1 646 254 3364Please inform the operator that you wish to take partin the SKF]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skfs-first-quarter-results-to-be-published-on-28-april-2016/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skfs-first-quarter-results-to-be-published-on-28-april-2016/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF at bauma 2016: providing lubrication solutions for one of world’s largest copper mines]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 12 April 2016: SKF has secured a contract with the Las Bambas mine in Peru to provide lubrication management services for all electric motors in the mine&rsquo;s concentrator plant. Engineered specifically for Las Bambas, the lubrication solutions will contribute to increased equipment reliability and cost effectiveness.The two-year agreement with Las Bambas includes engineering, planning and scheduling, execution and management of all lubrication-related activities for the e]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-at-bauma-2016-providing-lubrication-solutions-for-one-of-worlds-largest-copper-mines/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2016 14:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-at-bauma-2016-providing-lubrication-solutions-for-one-of-worlds-largest-copper-mines/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF at bauma 2016: showcasing total lifecycle solutions for mining belt conveyors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 12 April 2016: SKF is demonstrating a comprehensive range of its leading solutions at bauma 2016 which improve the reliability and reduce the operating costs of conveyor systems in the mining, mineral processing and construction industries.Conveyors in mines, quarries and cement plants perform a tough job in harsh conditions. Mineral extraction and processing creates large amounts of highly abrasive dust that can enter into machinery, mix with the lubricant inside, and cause]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-at-bauma-2016-showcasing-total-lifecycle-solutions-for-mining-belt-conveyors/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2016 14:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-at-bauma-2016-showcasing-total-lifecycle-solutions-for-mining-belt-conveyors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF at bauma 2016: new hydraulically driven pump for underground mining applications]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 12 April 2016: SKF today announced the introduction of its Lincoln HTL 201 EEX hydraulically driven pump for use in volatile applications, such as underground mining. Featuring a steel pump body and lubricant reservoir, this unit is a cost-effective alternative to expensive electrically driven pumps that must include a cabinet for protection.Designed to minimize friction and wear, the HTL 201 EEX is operated via the hydraulic system of a superior machine or carrier system and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-at-bauma-2016-new-hydraulically-driven-pump-for-underground-mining-applications/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2016 14:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-at-bauma-2016-new-hydraulically-driven-pump-for-underground-mining-applications/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF at bauma 2016: launching Lincoln high-vent injectors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 12 April 2016: SKF has introduced its new Lincoln SL-32HV high-vent injectors for applications requiring faster venting. In addition, these injectors provide improved functionality in cold temperatures and enable the use of heavier greases.Designed for indoor or outdoor applications, the SL-32HV high-vent injectors can lower system installation costs, because less-expensive, smaller-diameter supply lines can be utilized. Compatible with all existing Lincoln Centro-Matic greas]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-at-bauma-2016-launching-lincoln-high-vent-injectors/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2016 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-at-bauma-2016-launching-lincoln-high-vent-injectors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF at bauma 2016: new controller for large or complex lubrication systems]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 12 April 2016: SKF today announced the introduction of the LMC 301 controller for lubrication applications where sophisticated control and feedback are required. Designed for use with pumps that have no internal controller, the LMC 301 is suitable for mobile, off-road, mining, construction and large process industries.Compatible with single-line, dual-line and progressive lubrication systems, the LMC 301 can operate three different pumps, and each of those pumps can control u]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-at-bauma-2016-new-controller-for-large-or-complex-lubrication-systems/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2016 13:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-at-bauma-2016-new-controller-for-large-or-complex-lubrication-systems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF at bauma 2016: new mining, mineral processing and cement industries capabilities catalogue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 12 April 2016: SKF has launched a new capabilities catalogue to highlight its comprehensive range of solutions for optimising and maximising machinery service life in the mining, mineral processing and cement industries. The publication brings together a wealth of expertise and knowledge to form a single reference source of information about the vast and varied range of SKF products and services for applications across the sectors.Created by industry experts, the new 88-page]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-at-bauma-2016-new-mining-mineral-processing-and-cement-industries-capabilities-catalogue/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2016 13:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-at-bauma-2016-new-mining-mineral-processing-and-cement-industries-capabilities-catalogue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF Meet the World football tournament celebrates the world in Livingston, West Lothian]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF (U.K.) Limited organises Meet the World for the ninth year. The UK tournament takes place in Livingston, West Lothian, on 7 May 2016. Meet the World is a local football tournament where the winning team gets a free trip to Sweden and participation in the world's biggest football tournament, Gothia Cup. The Gothia Cup tournament is open for young boys and girls with age between 11 and 18.&ldquo;We arrange Meet the World tournament to give children a chance, who wouldn&rsquo;t have had the opp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-meet-the-world-football-tournament-celebrates-the-world-in-livingston-west-lothian/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Apr 2016 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-meet-the-world-football-tournament-celebrates-the-world-in-livingston-west-lothian/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy performance label: Finnish cities support the Display label and call for clearer rules for the voluntary EU scheme]]></title><description><![CDATA[The EU campaign Display, launched as early as in 2004, is an information tool to raise the public awareness. Designed by energy experts from European cities and based on operational rating and easy to understand, the certificate displays the energy, water and climate performance of a building. This Display poster combined with further awareness-raising activities involving building users has proven very successful in increasing behaviour change of building users and stimulating renovation (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-performance-label-finnish-cities-support-the-display-label-and-call-for-clearer-rules-for-the-voluntary-eu-scheme-2/</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Mar 2016 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-performance-label-finnish-cities-support-the-display-label-and-call-for-clearer-rules-for-the-voluntary-eu-scheme-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Annual General Meeting of AB SKF]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 31 March 2016: TheAnnual General Meeting of Aktiebolaget SKF, parent company of theSKF Group, was held in Gothenburg on Thursday, 31 March 2016, underthe chairmanship of Mr Leif &Ouml;stling.The income statements and the balance sheets were adopted, togetherwith the Board&rsquo;s proposal for distribution of dividend. A dividendof SEK 5.50 per share was approved. To be entitled to receive thedividend, shareholders must be recorded in the share register on 4April 2016.The Meeting reso]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/annual-general-meeting-of-ab-skf/</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Mar 2016 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/annual-general-meeting-of-ab-skf/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[In Stuttgart, private home owners can enjoy 'care-free' energy renovation package]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our member city of Stuttgart, Germany, is developing a tailor-made contracting support service for private house owners.Despite municipal energy subsidies and technical assistance offered by the local energy info centre, the annual energy refurbishment rate of the residential sector in Stuttgart stagnates between 1 % and 2 %. The objective of the city is to raise this rate up to 3 % by 2020 and to go, on a voluntary basis, beyond the European Energy Efficiency Directive objectives and (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/in-stuttgart-private-home-owners-can-enjoy-care-free-energy-renovation-package/</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Mar 2016 12:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/in-stuttgart-private-home-owners-can-enjoy-care-free-energy-renovation-package/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF builds to last: 3 000 tonnes of concrete anchor large size bearing test centre in Germany]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 30 March 2016: Around nine metres wide, six metres deep and 22 metres long, the pit that had to be filled for the base of the future SKF test rig was the size of two detached houses. It had to be filled quickly to ensure the concrete could set correctly.Over the course of 19 hours, 150 mixer trucks brought in their load and discharged it in the pit, practically one vehicle every six minutes; so almost as if on a conveyor belt. "Obviously this was a logistical challenge," says]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-builds-to-last-3-000-tonnes-of-concrete-anchor-large-size-bearing-test-centre-in-germany/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Mar 2016 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-builds-to-last-3-000-tonnes-of-concrete-anchor-large-size-bearing-test-centre-in-germany/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF to open new sealing solutions factory in Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 30 March 2016: SKF today announces theopening of a newly-built sealing solutions factory in Zapopan,Mexico. The new facility is located near the Group&rsquo;s existingsealing solutions factory in Guadalajara, allowing for continuedexpansion of production, predominantly for automotive originalequipment manufacturers in North America.St&eacute;phane Le Mounier, President, Automotive andAerospace, says: &ldquo;Our expansion in Mexico enables us to continue todevelop our seals business a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-open-new-sealing-solutions-factory-in-mexico/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Mar 2016 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-open-new-sealing-solutions-factory-in-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lyon Metropole: smart city and urban experiments!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lyon Metropole is in constant evolution and is becoming a smart, innovative, sustainable and lively conurbation The local authority wishes to conciliate economic dynamism and sustainable development: it means finding new technologic, urban, social and environmental solutions to improve quality of life in the city.Tub&agrave;&ldquo;Tub&agrave;&rdquo; is a laboratory, a place where citizens, startups and companies meet in order to test new services, accompany project leaders and improve innovative]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/lyon-metropole-smart-city-and-urban-experiments/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Mar 2016 12:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/lyon-metropole-smart-city-and-urban-experiments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Houston's Elliptical International Chooses Aspect For Its Completeness, Service And Flexibility]]></title><description><![CDATA[Houston, Texas headquartered shipping and energy marketing/physical commodity trading firm Elliptical International, LLC has chosen the AspectCTRM trade and risk management solution as a key part of its oil and gas sales and marketing arm. Aspect&rsquo;s leading global multi-commodity solution will also play a vital role in Elliptical&rsquo;s shipping and logistics operations as the firm grows and develops its overseas markets.The choice of Aspect&rsquo;s advanced solution precedes news of Ellip]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/houstons-elliptical-international-chooses-aspect-for-its-completeness-service-and-flexibility/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 2016 15:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/houstons-elliptical-international-chooses-aspect-for-its-completeness-service-and-flexibility/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New 1st Touch Doorstep Appointments Module Drives Both Efficiency And Customer Service Levels For Social Landlords]]></title><description><![CDATA[1st Touch (www.1sttouch.com), the UK&rsquo;s leading technology provider for the social housing sector, has announced the launch of a new Doorstep Appointments module. The new system has been designed to simplify and speed up appointment scheduling by either mobile housing association staff or directly by tenants through a self-service portal and self-service app.Whilst visiting tenants at home, the new module enables mobile operatives to book appointments through their handheld devices, for ser]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-1st-touch-doorstep-appointments-module-drives-both-efficiency-and-customer-service-levels-for-social-landlords/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 2016 14:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-1st-touch-doorstep-appointments-module-drives-both-efficiency-and-customer-service-levels-for-social-landlords/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy performance label : Finnish cities support the Display label and call for clearer rules for the voluntary EU scheme]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the 2010 the recast of the Directive on the energy performance of buildings (EPBD), the European Commission was required to design a common voluntary European energy certification for non-residential buildings. However, its introduction by 2016 still remains uncertain as Member States to date have not reached an agreement on a common scheme. Indeed, calculation methods foreseen for the certificate may result in high costs and low reliability for public authorities. In reaction to this (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-performance-label-finnish-cities-support-the-display-label-and-call-for-clearer-rules-for-the-voluntary-eu-scheme/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 2016 11:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-performance-label-finnish-cities-support-the-display-label-and-call-for-clearer-rules-for-the-voluntary-eu-scheme/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thinking local on #WorldWaterDay]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today is World Water Day ! This year's theme, 'Water and Jobs' is a great opportunity to remind the benefits of publicly-owned water and energy services.<br />
As much as energy, water is a precious good that should be affordable and accessible for everybody. In Europe, there is a growing movement to give water services back in public hands. Disappointed by the services delivered by private companies, several European cities recently chose to create their own water management utility, creating (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/thinking-local-on-worldwaterday/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Mar 2016 18:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/thinking-local-on-worldwaterday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Annual Conference : registration and call for contributions open !]]></title><description><![CDATA[10 weeks left before Energy Cities' Annual Conference kick-starts in Bornova (Izmir) on the Turkish West coast : it will take place from 1-3 June 2016 !<br />
3 Networking days &ndash; 30 Interactive forums &ndash; 6 High-level plenaries and their speakers' corner &ndash; 1 Mayors' peer-to-peer session<br />
This is the biggest event of our network representing over 1,000 European cities and regions. You will meet several hundred policy-makers and practitioners. Call for contributions<br />
During two interactive]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/annual-conference-registration-and-call-for-contributions-open-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Mar 2016 12:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/annual-conference-registration-and-call-for-contributions-open-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Annual Conference: registration and call for contributions open!]]></title><description><![CDATA[10 weeks left before Energy Cities' Annual Conference kick-starts in Bornova (Izmir) on the Turkish West coast: it will take place from 1-3 June 2016!<br />
3 Networking days &ndash; 30 Interactive forums &ndash; 6 High-level plenaries and their speakers' corner &ndash; 1 Mayors' peer-to-peer session<br />
This is the biggest event of our network representing over 1,000 European cities and regions. You will meet several hundred policy-makers and practitioners. Call for contributions<br />
During two interactive &]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/annual-conference-registration-and-call-for-contributions-open/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Mar 2016 12:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/annual-conference-registration-and-call-for-contributions-open/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ergoe Energy crowdfunding growth via SEEDRS]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ergoe Energy App to help consumers switch energy suppliers21st March 2016Ergoe Energy Ltd announces today the launch of their crowdfunding campaign for additional funding to develop the Ergoe Energy App which will enable domestic and small business users to switch energy suppliers more easily and automate access to lower-cost energy tariffs. The company is offering equity in exchange for funding via the SEEDRS crowdfunding portal. The Ergoe Energy App initially for Android and iOS platforms...So]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/ergoe-energy-crowdfunding-growth-via-seedrs/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Mar 2016 11:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/ergoe-energy-crowdfunding-growth-via-seedrs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF extends global agreement with Valmet]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 18 March 2016: SKF has signed anagreement that extends its long-term collaboration with Valmet. SKFwill supply bearings, units and lubrication systems to Valmet, theglobal supplier of technologies, automation and services for thepulp, paper and energy industries.Erik Nelander, President, Industrial Sales, Europeand MEA, says: &ldquo;We have been working with Valmet for over 60 years.Our commitment to adopting a design-to-cost approach in our productdevelopment also supports Valmet in]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-extends-global-agreement-with-valmet/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2016 08:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-extends-global-agreement-with-valmet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[European mayors condemn Brussels U-turn on car emissions limit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following the European Parliament failed attempt to veto a proposal allowing car manufacturers to exceed the European gas emissions limits, 20 European mayors published an open letter to denounce the EU lack of ambition on air pollution standards.Air pollution is a growing problem for European cities. The WHO estimates that toxic gas emissions coming from cars are responsible for 75,000 premature deaths in Europe each year. Actions to deal with this situation such as alternate circulation (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/european-mayors-condemn-brussels-u-turn-on-car-emissions-limit/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Mar 2016 12:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/european-mayors-condemn-brussels-u-turn-on-car-emissions-limit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy-renovation of houses : In Bordeaux Metropole, 85% of households fit requirements for a dedicated bank loan !]]></title><description><![CDATA[Private housing accounts for 80% of Bordeaux Metropole's housing stock and thus has been made a priority of its buildings' energy-retrofitting policy. The objective of Bordeaux Metropole (Bordeaux Urban Community) is to implement several financing mechanisms that would ease energy-efficient renovation of the housing stock.Private housing accounts for 80% of Bordeaux Metropole's housing stock and thus has been made a priority of its buildings' energy-retrofitting policy. The objective of (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-renovation-of-houses-in-bordeaux-metropole-85-of-households-fit-requirements-for-a-dedicated-bank-loan-/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Mar 2016 12:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-renovation-of-houses-in-bordeaux-metropole-85-of-households-fit-requirements-for-a-dedicated-bank-loan-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF divests fly-by-wire business]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 17 March 2016: SKF has signed anagreement to divest its fly-by-wire business to LORD Corporation, adiversified technology and manufacturing company with a longtrack-record serving the aerospace industry, based in Cary, NorthCarolina, USA. LORD Corporation has approximately 3,000 employeesand operates 17 manufacturing facilities and nine R&amp;D centresworldwide.&nbsp; &nbsp;The total consideration of the divestment is EUR 39million, on a cash- and debt-free basis. The transaction ise]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-divests-fly-by-wire-business/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Mar 2016 08:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-divests-fly-by-wire-business/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[African Refiners Event A "Who's Who, Must-Attend" For Aspect]]></title><description><![CDATA[For Aspect, the leading global cloud solution provider for end-to-end trade and supply chain management, and the leading choice of trading companies throughout Africa, joining colleagues and clients at the annual African Refiners Week is a must. This week, hundreds of key players from the North and Sub-Saharan African and International downstream oil industry converge in Marrakech, Morocco to share ideas, network and map out their future road to success.Aspect is no beginner in understanding...S]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/african-refiners-event-a-whos-who-must-attend-for-aspect/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Mar 2016 15:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/african-refiners-event-a-whos-who-must-attend-for-aspect/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF Enlight for wind puts turbine inspection in the cloud]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 16 March 2016: SKF has developed SKF Enlight mobile and cloud based data collection, analysis and support system to suit the needs of the global wind energy industry. The new solution is designed to improve inspection efficiency and reduce costs for frontline maintenance teams, and to provide operators with rich, real time data on turbine performance and reliability.SKF Enlight combines the intuitive ease-of-use of an iOS or Android app, running on a standard mobile device, w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-enlight-for-wind-puts-turbine-inspection-in-the-cloud/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Mar 2016 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-enlight-for-wind-puts-turbine-inspection-in-the-cloud/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A sharper, 3D vision of our energy future]]></title><description><![CDATA[Energy Cities' political 3D vision allows for both a wide-viewing angle and a high precision look at the energy future. Three components that will bring the change : Divest, Democratise, Devolve.<br />
The first D &ndash; do not see here any form of hierarchy &ndash; is DIVEST. Our understanding of this buzz word is "changing directions", i.e. favouring sound investment choices with a long life ! Today's news are not very reassuring in this regard. The Financial Times reports the UK is set to announce]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-sharper-3d-vision-of-our-energy-future/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Mar 2016 17:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/a-sharper-3d-vision-of-our-energy-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Milton Keynes to boost electric car use]]></title><description><![CDATA[Milton Keynes was selected, based on its city-specific plan, as winner of the Go Ultra Low City Scheme which aims to boost electric car use in the UK. This is part of the eco-cities funding to support British industry and achieve the ambition of almost every car, bus and van in the UK being ultra-low emission by 2050, said Andrew Jones, Transport Minister.Key features of the MK proposal are: &bull;	Free parking for ULEV (ultra-low emission vehicles) in MK &bull;	Charging Hubs, where vehicles can]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/milton-keynes-to-boost-electric-car-use/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Mar 2016 17:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/milton-keynes-to-boost-electric-car-use/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Milton Keynes: Boosting electric car use towards "ultra-low emission" mobility]]></title><description><![CDATA[Energy Cities' member city of Milton Keynes (UK) was selected, based on its city-specific plan, as winner of the Go Ultra Low City Scheme which aims to boost electric car use in the country. This is part of the eco-cities funding to support the British industry and achieve the ambition of almost every car, bus and van in the UK being ultra-low emission by 2050, as explained by Transport Minister Andrew Jones.Key features of the MK proposal are:<br />
&bull;	Free parking for ULEV (ultra-low emission (.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/milton-keynes-boosting-electric-car-use-towards-ultra-low-emission-mobility/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Mar 2016 17:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/milton-keynes-boosting-electric-car-use-towards-ultra-low-emission-mobility/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ergoe Energy welcomes CMA report on energy markets]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ergoe energy switching App to help consumers switch suppliers10th March 2016Ergoe Energy Ltd, developers of technologies that enable consumers to reduce their energy costs by switching suppliers, welcomes today&rsquo;s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) press release setting out energy market changes. Ergoe Energy is committed to creating solutions that empower domestic and small business users to switch more easily to lower cost energy tariffs. Ergoe will shortly be launching a crowdfundin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/ergoe-energy-welcomes-cma-report-on-energy-markets/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Mar 2016 17:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/ergoe-energy-welcomes-cma-report-on-energy-markets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Presents Its Innovative Solution For Integrated Power-Telecom Networks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lower Costs, More Capillarity And Better Performance For Ultra-Broadband NetworksPrysmian Is World Leader In Optical Cables, With State-Of-The-Art Facilities Worldwide For The Production Of Cables And Fibres&ldquo;We Have The Know-How, Technology And Production Capability To Create Ultra-Broadband Networks Worldwide&rdquo; Milan, 10 March 2016 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, presents its innovative solution to create integrated power-telecom netwo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-presents-its-innovative-solution-for-integrated-power-telecom-networks/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Mar 2016 12:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-presents-its-innovative-solution-for-integrated-power-telecom-networks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First Utility encouraged by CMA plans to engage customers ‘taken for granted’ by Big Six gas and electricity suppliers]]></title><description><![CDATA[First Utility, the UK&rsquo;s largest independent energy provider, welcomes the CMA&rsquo;s proposed remedies to address the challenges in the retail energy market today.Ian McCaig, CEO First Utility, the largest independent energy provider, said: &ldquo;We have long said that the Big Six keep their loyal customers in the dark about cheaper deals resulting in disengagement and a lack of trust. Transparent and frequent communication is the key to engaging customers to help them switch and save&ld]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/first-utility-encouraged-by-cma-plans-to-engage-customers-taken-for-granted-by-big-six-gas-and-electricity-suppliers/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Mar 2016 11:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/first-utility-encouraged-by-cma-plans-to-engage-customers-taken-for-granted-by-big-six-gas-and-electricity-suppliers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF informed of initiation of lawsuit pertaining to settlement with the European Commission]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 9 March 2016: SKF has been informed ofthe initiation of a lawsuit, with a claim for damages, by PeugeotS.A., and several group companies, (PSA) against bearingmanufacturers, including AB SKF, that were part of the settlementdecision by the European Commission for violation of Europeancompetition rules.PSA has filed the lawsuit with the Competition AppealTribunal in the United Kingdom. SKF has not, at this stage,received definitive information about the size of damages claimednor the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-informed-of-initiation-of-lawsuit-pertaining-to-settlement-with-the-european-commission/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Mar 2016 17:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-informed-of-initiation-of-lawsuit-pertaining-to-settlement-with-the-european-commission/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DC generator slashes cost of off-grid telecoms]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cambridge, UK, 9th March 2016 A breakthrough generator is set to transform the way telecoms companies supply power to their off-grid sites. The new product offers significant cost and fuel savings, delivering business and green benefits while making it easier for telecoms companies to serve customers in remote locations. The new DC generator has been described as a 'game-changer' thanks to its lower capital and operating costs compared to AC systems, combined with advanced features...Source: Rea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/dc-generator-slashes-cost-of-off-grid-telecoms/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Mar 2016 13:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/dc-generator-slashes-cost-of-off-grid-telecoms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thessaloniki (GR) and Bottrop (DE), together in the "Municipalities for a strong Europe" Initiative]]></title><description><![CDATA[The potential to reach social and economic progress through green growth at the local level was the key topic of a German-Greek workshop in Berlin last November. The 35 participants, from our member city of Thessaloniki and the German town Bottrop, discussed their experiences related to energy transition and ideas for green growth stimulation at the local level.The workshop was part of the "Growth initiative : Municipalities for a strong Europe" pilot project, launched in the framework of (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/thessaloniki-gr-and-bottrop-de-together-in-the-municipalities-for-a-strong-europe-initiative/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Mar 2016 09:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/thessaloniki-gr-and-bottrop-de-together-in-the-municipalities-for-a-strong-europe-initiative/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF Annual Report 2015 published]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 8 March 2016: The SKF Annual Report 2015 is now available.The report provides an integrated format for the financial, environmental and social performance of the SKF Group. A printed version will be available from 18 March 2016. Please go to 2015 Annual Report to download a pdf file.Aktiebolaget SKF<br />
&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; (publ)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-annual-report-2015-published/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Mar 2016 13:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-annual-report-2015-published/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF Speedi-Sleeve avoids need for expensive repair of seal-worn shafts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Protective sleeve from SKF fits over radial shaft to prevent abrasion &ndash; in the same way that a screen protector prevents damage to an expensive mobile phone.A thin, metallic protective sleeve from SKF prevents abrasive damage to radial shafts, and costs a small fraction of the potential repair bill.In order to work efficiently, radial shaft seals must run against a smooth, round surface of the seal counterface. If the counterface becomes worn &ndash; such as by a contaminant working itself]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-speedi-sleeve-avoids-need-for-expensive-repair-of-seal-worn-shafts/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Mar 2016 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-speedi-sleeve-avoids-need-for-expensive-repair-of-seal-worn-shafts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA["Inspiring change" at our Annual Conference, 1-3 June 2016, Bornova (Izmir), Turkey]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three months left before Energy Cities' Annual Conference kick-starts in Bornova (Izmir) on the Turkish West coast!From 1-3 June, decision-makers will explore - through the lens of local action - what it means to further open up democratic processes for a new energy governance with stronger involvement of and benefit-sharing with new players have stronger decision-making powers at the local level in order to decentralise the energy sector divest from fossil fuels and reorient money (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/inspiring-change-at-our-annual-conference-1-3-june-2016-bornova-izmir-turkey/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2016 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/inspiring-change-at-our-annual-conference-1-3-june-2016-bornova-izmir-turkey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pamplona heading towards energy self-sufficiency]]></title><description><![CDATA[The traditional large utility companies may well look at what is happening in the city of Pamplona with suspicion. In this city of 196,000 inhabitants located in North-Eastern Spain, the shift to renewable and decentralised energy has become a concrete political aim since the elections last year.<br />
The City Council of Pamplona, committed to the Covenant of Mayors for several years already, believes that people and communities should have the right to control their energy future. Therefore, (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/pamplona-heading-towards-energy-self-sufficiency/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2016 11:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/pamplona-heading-towards-energy-self-sufficiency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF to demonstrate innovative oil and gas applications at Offshore Technology Conference 2016]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 8 March 2016: SKF will be attending the Offshore Technology Conference 2016 with a range of innovative solutions designed to boost reliability and efficiency in the oil and gas sector. The products and applications on display at the event have been customised specifically to meet the needs of OEMs and operators looking for products with higher performance and a reduced total cost of ownership.To improve the reliability and extend the service life of top-drives, SKF will be sh]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-demonstrate-innovative-oil-and-gas-applications-at-offshore-technology-conference-2016/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2016 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-demonstrate-innovative-oil-and-gas-applications-at-offshore-technology-conference-2016/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF launches innovative tank skimming equipment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 7 March, 2016: SKF has launched a new mechanical device for the fast and easy separation of oil and water in tanks in marine and offshore applications.Sludge oil is a term commonly used to describe the waste oil mainly derived from the process of purifying fuel oils and lubricating oils in order to ensure proper operation of ship&rsquo;s machinery. During the process, the separated water from the purifying process mixes with the waste oil in the sludge tank.The SKF Turbulo Sl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-innovative-tank-skimming-equipment/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2016 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-launches-innovative-tank-skimming-equipment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Display® in the Maghreb]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thanks to the support from the French Environment and Energy Management Agency (ADEME) Display&reg; is being promoted in the Maghreb.At the beginning of February Ian Turner and Sylvie Lacassagne were invited to Algeria as part of an international conference co-organised by ADEME and their Algerian equivalent APRUE.As the event focussed on energy efficiency in buildings this was an ideal opportunity to introduce Display&reg; to the Algerians working with buildings. The Display&reg; team was able]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/display-in-the-maghreb/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Mar 2016 11:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/display-in-the-maghreb/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Covenant of Mayors launches its "Capacity-sharing Corner"]]></title><description><![CDATA[The very new Covenant Capacity-sharing Corner aims at building and reinforcing signatory cities' capacities to develop and implement sustainable energy &amp; climate action plans.The "Capacity-sharing Corner" is reserved for members of the Covenant of Mayors (CoM) Community (signatories, Coordinators, Supporters...) and composed of a resource library and discussion forums.All members of the CoMmunity can search, rate and even add resources in the library. The idea is to gather the best (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-covenant-of-mayors-launches-its-capacity-sharing-corner/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Mar 2016 11:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-covenant-of-mayors-launches-its-capacity-sharing-corner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CE+T Power Crowned Winner of Google Little Box Challenge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Belgium and Washington D.C., 1 March 2016: Award winning global power specialist CE+T Power have won the Google and IEEE Little Box Challenge. The company was awarded the $1 million prize at the ARPA-E Energy Innovation Summit in Washington D.C. last night after its winning design was chosen over 18 other finalists and hundreds of applicants from all over the world.The Little Box Challenge was launched in 2014 after Google teamed up with the Institute...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cet-power-crowned-winner-of-google-little-box-challenge/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2016 11:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cet-power-crowned-winner-of-google-little-box-challenge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Group at Middle East Electricity 2016]]></title><description><![CDATA[The group presents its full range of cables, including its most recent innovations for application in construction, oil &amp; gas and power transmissionFocus on PRY-CAM partial discharge testing and TECSUN solar cablesMilan, 25 February, 2016 &ndash; Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cables and systems industry, will showcase state-of-the-art technologies at MEE 2016, the electrical industry&rsquo;s largest show in the Middle East, taking place in Dubai from March 1 to 3, 20]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-at-middle-east-electricity-2016/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Feb 2016 11:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-at-middle-east-electricity-2016/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CE+T Power Launches Enhanced Conversion Innovation (ECI) technology, the Most Efficient Technology of its Kind]]></title><description><![CDATA[ECI can be used for any power conversion scenario and will also allow for bi-directional useBelgium, February 24 2016: CE+T Power, award winning global power and electricity specialist, today announced the launch of its Enhanced Conversion Innovation (ECI) technology, the most efficient technology of its kind.ECI provides three high-efficiency energy converters and an energy buffer in a single module to provide polyvalent power conversion for critical systems at up to 96% for AC/AC and 94%...Sou]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cet-power-launches-enhanced-conversion-innovation-eci-technology-the-most-efficient-technology-of-its-kind/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2016 15:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cet-power-launches-enhanced-conversion-innovation-eci-technology-the-most-efficient-technology-of-its-kind/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF strengthens Group Management]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 24 February 2016: In order to furtherincrease management&rsquo;s focus on driving organic sales growth andimproving profitability, SKF today announces the following changesto its Group Management, all of which are effectiveimmediately.There will be four areas represented at GroupManagement level:Industrial Sales Americas, led by John SchmidtIndustrial Sales Europe and MEA, led by Erik NelanderIndustrial Sales Asia, led by Patrick TongAutomotive and Aerospace, led by Stephane Le Mouni]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-strengthens-group-management/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2016 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-strengthens-group-management/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF contributes to Jeep Renegade’s driving pleasure]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 23 February 2016: SKF is supplying the FCA Group with solutions for their compact SUV model, the Jeep Renegade. The products being supplied are wheel hub bearing units for front and rear wheels, shock absorber seals, transmission seals and engine seals.Andrea Reisoli-Matthieu, Strategic Account Manager, Automotive Market says,<br />
&ldquo;We are very happy to be a supplier for the Jeep Renegade and to see the positive response in the market for this model. Whether you are driving]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-contributes-to-jeep-renegades-driving-pleasure/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Feb 2016 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-contributes-to-jeep-renegades-driving-pleasure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Making bearing conversions easy with the Cooper SNQ pedestal – Simple fitting, less downtime]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cooper Bearings, an SKF Group company, introduces the SNQ pedestal, a new range of plummer blocks for split roller bearings. The angled SNQ pedestal simplifies the fitting of bearing units as the angled joint allows the pedestal to be slid under the shaft without the need for tools.Pedestals, also called pillow or plummer blocks, are the most common mountings for bearings. Launched by Cooper and available for many years as a &ldquo;bespoke&rdquo; solution, the angled pedestal is now available ac]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/making-bearing-conversions-easy-with-the-cooper-snq-pedestal-simple-fitting-less-downtime/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Feb 2016 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/making-bearing-conversions-easy-with-the-cooper-snq-pedestal-simple-fitting-less-downtime/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Notice of Annual General Meeting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Annual GeneralMeeting<br />
For the right to participate at the meeting, shareholders must berecorded in the shareholders' register kept by Euroclear Sweden ABby Wednesday,&nbsp;23&nbsp;March 2016 and must notify the companyat the latest on the same day by letter to AB SKF, c/oComputershare AB, &ldquo;AB SKFs &aring;rsst&auml;mma 2016&rdquo;, Box 610, SE-182 16Danderyd, Sweden, or via the company's website www.skf.com, or byphone +46&nbsp;31&nbsp;337&nbsp;25 50 (between 09.00 and 16.00).When notifying]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/notice-of-annual-general-meeting/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Feb 2016 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/notice-of-annual-general-meeting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK cities react against the government attack on their freedom to divest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Several UK cities, including Energy Cities' member Milton Keynes, have spoken up against controversial plans from the national government to put restrictions on their freedom to divest from fossil fuels. Once again local leadership is being hampered by obstacles from the national level. A situation which reminds us of the not-so-distant case of the city of Vaxjo's ambitious sustainable energy legislation being challenged by the Swedish competition authority.An attack on democracy<br />
UK (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/uk-cities-react-against-the-government-attack-on-their-freedom-to-divest/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Feb 2016 17:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/uk-cities-react-against-the-government-attack-on-their-freedom-to-divest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barreiro: the foresighted bike booster]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Portuguese city of Barreiro, located in the Lisbon region, has just invested 4 million euros in the development of a 100k-long cycling path. This decision is driven by the promising environmental, energy, climate and public health benefits of bike use in the urban area.<br />
Acknowledging the increasing importance of bikes in the city<br />
In its resolution adopted at the end of 2015, the Barreiro City Council recalls "the current importance of addressing quality of life by tackling air (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/barreiro-the-foresighted-bike-booster/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Feb 2016 11:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/barreiro-the-foresighted-bike-booster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SpeedCast Partners With Gazprom Space Systems To Expand Communications Services For Energy Sector In Africa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sydney, Australia, 18th February 2016 &ndash; SpeedCast International Limited (&ldquo;SpeedCast&rdquo;), a leading global satellite telecommunications service provider, today announced a new agreement with Gazprom Space Systems (&ldquo;GSS&rdquo;), a Russian-based satellite operator, to expand satellite communications services in Africa. This partnership allows Speed&#1057;ast to utilize capacity on GSS&rsquo;s Yamal-402 Ku-band satellite to provide high-performance services to global oil and ga]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/speedcast-partners-with-gazprom-space-systems-to-expand-communications-services-for-energy-sector-in-africa/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Feb 2016 10:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/speedcast-partners-with-gazprom-space-systems-to-expand-communications-services-for-energy-sector-in-africa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newly-Founded Trading Operation Gyxis Deploys AspectCTRM]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Japanese trading house Gyxis, created earlier this year when four established energy companies integrated their LPG operations, is being powered by the cloud-based AspectCTRM trade and risk management solution, it can be revealed today.Starting from a clean sheet with no legacy systems in place, AspectCTRM has enabled Gyxis to ramp up to benchmark position keeping, risk management and profit and loss analysis with minimum delay. From day one the Aspect solution has supported Gyxis...Source:]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/newly-founded-trading-operation-gyxis-deploys-aspectctrm/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2016 15:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/newly-founded-trading-operation-gyxis-deploys-aspectctrm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local currencies, a necessary energy transition tool]]></title><description><![CDATA[Used as an alternative to the euro in a given locality, a city or a region, complementary local currencies help strengthen, enrich and preserve exchanges and social bonds, create jobs and reduce the environmental footprint.<br />
They also stimulate the local economy and boost local consumption and production.In Europe, a number of initiatives have been developed and local currencies are gaining ground: Sel, Wir, Bristol pound, SoNantes, Res, Chiemgauer-Scheine, Abeille, Dam, Eusko &hellip; names (...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/local-currencies-a-necessary-energy-transition-tool/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2016 14:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/local-currencies-a-necessary-energy-transition-tool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Towards Energy Democracy? Our 4 Recommendations for the revised Renewables Directive!]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2009 Renewable Energy Directive (RED) has provided a crucial framework and impetus for Member States to enact ambitious national programmes and support schemes for renewable energy installations. Without the RED-mandated national binding targets for renewable energy (RES) and the feed in tariff systems that followed, we would be nowhere near we stand now, especially in terms of technology development and related job creation &ndash; for which Europe has played a leadership role. The EU is ke]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/towards-energy-democracy-our-4-recommendations-for-the-revised-renewables-directive/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Feb 2016 18:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/towards-energy-democracy-our-4-recommendations-for-the-revised-renewables-directive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF helps Scuderia Ferrari monitoring Big Data at Formula 1 speed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 15 February 2016: Thanks to a combined hardware and software solution from SKF, engineers at Scuderia Ferrari can now track the performance in the individual test chambers for power units in real time.The solution is based on SKF&rsquo;s modular IMx platform, which has been re-engineered to meet the specific demands of the Team. Including its SKF @ptitude Observer software, the platform provides condition monitoring, asset protection, preventive maintenance, and an increased]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-helps-scuderia-ferrari-monitoring-big-data-at-formula-1-speed/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Feb 2016 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-helps-scuderia-ferrari-monitoring-big-data-at-formula-1-speed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New SKF roller profile rail guide range enables higher machining rates]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF, the knowledge engineering company, has launched a new roller profile rail guide range designed to meet the needs of OEMs that require high stiffness and high load carrying capacity in a compact design.The advanced, modular design of the new SKF roller profile rail guide LLU range enables the accommodation of heavy loads and moment loads, making it ideal for use in a range of applications. This includes machines for turning, milling and grinding in machine tools, presses and other heavy mach]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-skf-roller-profile-rail-guide-range-enables-higher-machining-rates/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Feb 2016 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-skf-roller-profile-rail-guide-range-enables-higher-machining-rates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Portuguese city of Águeda sets up a local Fund for Energy and Water Efficiency]]></title><description><![CDATA[Known for its colourful streets, the small Portuguese town of &Aacute;gueda undertakes a number of actions from environmental education to technological innovation and energy efficiency with the objective to become the first &lsquo;Smart City' in the country. It does not lag behind the front-runner European cities when it comes to innovative financing either. The municipality has just created a local Fund for Energy and Water Efficiency based on the model used by the city of Stuttgart (Germany).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/portuguese-city-of-gueda-sets-up-a-local-fund-for-energy-and-water-efficiency/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Feb 2016 14:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/portuguese-city-of-gueda-sets-up-a-local-fund-for-energy-and-water-efficiency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Review of Energy Efficiency Directive: strengthen the local energy savings potential]]></title><description><![CDATA[In 2016, the EU Energy Efficiency Directive is bound to be revised. Energy Cities recently responded to a public consultation of the EU Commission on the Energy Efficiency Directive. See here the main points of our response.The EU Commission recently completed a public consultation process for a review of the Energy Efficiency Directive (EED), to collect views from stakeholders on the framework and policies needed to achieve the EU 2030 energy efficiency target. The EED has been in force (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/review-of-energy-efficiency-directive-strengthen-the-local-energy-savings-potential/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2016 09:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/review-of-energy-efficiency-directive-strengthen-the-local-energy-savings-potential/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local energy transition: French &amp; German Covenant Clubs have recommendations to make for their governments!]]></title><description><![CDATA[On the occasion of a meeting last October in Ettlingen, the French &amp; German Covenant of Mayors Clubs started working on a joint declaration, which was amended after COP21 and has now been adopted.<br />
In this declaration, the Covenant Clubs make recommendations to their national governments, in a view to accelerate the local energy transition. Their recommendations are articulated around four main axes.1) Providing further support to the Covenant of Mayors initiative to acknowledge (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/local-energy-transition-french-amp-german-covenant-clubs-have-recommendations-to-make-for-their-governments/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2016 12:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/local-energy-transition-french-amp-german-covenant-clubs-have-recommendations-to-make-for-their-governments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Croatia's first local energy revolving fund is in Koprivnica!]]></title><description><![CDATA[When it comes to energy efficiency and innovative financing solutions, the city of Koprivnica is one the leading local authorities in Croatia. Together with its strategic partner Regional Energy Agency North (REA North), the municipality explored the opportunity to set up a local energy revolving fund that would finance its sustainable energy actions in the public sector.Just before the Christmas break, the City Council unanimously adopted the proposal for establishing an energy revolving (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/croatias-first-local-energy-revolving-fund-is-in-koprivnica/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2016 11:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/croatias-first-local-energy-revolving-fund-is-in-koprivnica/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The EU in Dutch hands: A semester of opportunities!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Since January, the Netherlands are holding the six-months EU presidency as part of a rotating system amongst the EU member states. The Dutch agenda will be packed when it comes to climate and energy policies. Here is what cities can expect:Following-up on the COP21 process and making progress on reforming the EU Emissions Trading scheme are amongst the priorities set by the Dutch presidents. Already during the climate summit, by committing to achieve 100% renewables by 2050, thousands of (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-eu-in-dutch-hands-a-semester-of-opportunities/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2016 10:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-eu-in-dutch-hands-a-semester-of-opportunities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy Cities' Members delivering on their Covenant of Mayors CO2 reduction commitments]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the aftermath of the UN climate conference in Paris, we are proud to show that Energy Cities' members are at the forefront of climate action. An evaluation of their performance in the Covenant of Mayors at the end of last year proved that they have managed to exceed EU ambitions in terms of CO2 emission reduction and energy efficiency ahead of the 2020 benchmark.The Covenant of Mayors is a unique bottom-up initiative, in which local and regional authorities voluntarily commit to go (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-cities-members-delivering-on-their-covenant-of-mayors-co2-reduction-commitments/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2016 10:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-cities-members-delivering-on-their-covenant-of-mayors-co2-reduction-commitments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Be part of Energy Cities' biggest Annual event: 1-3 June 2016]]></title><description><![CDATA[Right in the middle of Green Week 2016, we propose our 3-days conference in the Turkish city of Bornova (Izmir). It will ignite curiosity and INSPIRE CHANGE THROUGH COOPERATION.Stunning examples from European and Turkish cities will demonstrate innovative steps towards a new energy market: on that is decentralized, with a horizontal supply chain and where benefits are widely distributed among new actors and stakeholders. Topics to be addressed:<br />
low-carbon planning<br />
civic participation (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/be-part-of-energy-cities-biggest-annual-event-1-3-june-2016/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2016 12:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/be-part-of-energy-cities-biggest-annual-event-1-3-june-2016/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tbilisi (Georgia): energy policy for the people]]></title><description><![CDATA[Back in the 1990s Georgia made first steps towards energy efficiency through small-scale donor supported programs. Since then, a lot has changed and climate and energy action has scaled up considerably. Much of it happens at the local level, thanks also to the Covenant of Mayors' efforts in the area.<br />
Photo credit : Cl&eacute;mentine Cisterne &amp; Chlo&eacute; GossartIn order to increase the quality of life for its residents, the City council of the Georgian capital (1.5 million inhabitants) dec]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/tbilisi-georgia-energy-policy-for-the-people/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jan 2016 11:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/tbilisi-georgia-energy-policy-for-the-people/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Frederikshavn, Denmark: Mobilising savings &lsquo;sleeping' on citizens' bank accounts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Local banks in the city of Frederikshavn confirm that citizens have never had such large savings on their accounts as they have today. However, it is not easy to convince them to make use of the money for energy renovation of their houses.Indeed, as a side effect of the global financial crisis, house owners are reluctant to using or borrowing funds as a result of the uncertainty they feel towards their own economic situation in the near future. Moreover, stagnation of property values in (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/frederikshavn-denmark-mobilising-savings-lsquosleeping-on-citizens-bank-accounts/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2016 17:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/frederikshavn-denmark-mobilising-savings-lsquosleeping-on-citizens-bank-accounts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Energy Transition Chronicles: Behind the scenes of successful energy transition processes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Energy Cities' publication "The Energy Transition Chronicles", driving you behind the scenes of successful local energy transition processes, is now available in English.The cities of Sch&ouml;nau (Germany), V&auml;xj&ouml; (Sweden) and Heidelberg (Germany), and the regions of Burgenland and Brussels-Capital all started, more or less recently, their own energy transition process.Today, Heidelberg has one of the lowest unemployment rates in Germany and is building the world's largest renewable (.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-energy-transition-chronicles-behind-the-scenes-of-successful-energy-transition-processes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jan 2016 16:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-energy-transition-chronicles-behind-the-scenes-of-successful-energy-transition-processes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy efficiency : Rustavi among the best municipalities in Georgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our member city of Rustavi, together with other Covenant of Mayors signatories from Georgia, has been recently awarded for its local actions for energy efficiency.<br />
Mr. Nodar Javakhishvili &ndash; Minister of Regional Development and Infrastructure and Mr David Jikia &ndash; Mayor of RustaviIt is during the conference &ldquo;Local Self-Government - Best Practices 2015&rdquo;, that took place in our member city of Tbilisi on 12 December, that several Georgian municipalities have been awarded for t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-efficiency-rustavi-among-the-best-municipalities-in-georgia/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Dec 2015 13:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-efficiency-rustavi-among-the-best-municipalities-in-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Reaches Important Technology Milestone in the Field of Power Transmission]]></title><description><![CDATA[Successful development and test of new 525 kV cable system for HVDC applicationsThe new technology allows doubling capacity for more efficient and cost-effective power transmissions gridsMilan, 21 December 2015 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry has reached an important technology milestone in the field of Power Transmission and today announces the successful development and testing of its new 525 kV extruded cable system for high-voltage direct curre]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-reaches-important-technology-milestone-in-the-field-of-power-transmission/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Dec 2015 16:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-reaches-important-technology-milestone-in-the-field-of-power-transmission/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What we achieved in 2015]]></title><description><![CDATA[The UN climate summit in Paris was a milestone in a long year of silent revolutions: 2015 is a turning point for empowering territories in the energy transition to move towards a decarbonised, decentralised and diversified system.The IEA' World energy outlook showed evidence for the worldwide take-off of renewable energy. The forecasted energy future is clearly sustainable. The list of very positive moves is long. A few highlights:The Divest movement started to dry out cash flows going (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/what-we-achieved-in-2015/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Dec 2015 09:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/what-we-achieved-in-2015/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Parma encourages citizens to undertake energy renovation work in their homes]]></title><description><![CDATA[The municipality of Parma (Italy) has the ambition to reduce the cost of energy and energy poverty on its territory, while improving its citizens' quality of life. As early as beginning of 2016, the municipality will launch a set of incentives and measures aimed at motivating citizens and local businesses to energy renovate their homes and buildings.Ricerca Sistema Energetico (Energy System Research), in collaboration with the Ministry of Economic Development, carried out a study on the (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/city-of-parma-encourages-citizens-to-undertake-energy-renovation-work-in-their-homes/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2015 18:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/city-of-parma-encourages-citizens-to-undertake-energy-renovation-work-in-their-homes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian, New Contract For An Underground HV Power Cable System In Oman]]></title><description><![CDATA[Milan, 17 December, 2015 &ndash; Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has been awarded a contract by Larsen &amp; Toubro, to supply a new High Voltage underground cable system for Oman Electricity Transmission Company as part of a larger overall project known as OETC 143/2014 &ndash; 132 kV. The new cable system has the purpose to strengthen the power supply to the city of Salalah. Prysmian is responsible for...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-new-contract-for-an-underground-hv-power-cable-system-in-oman/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2015 13:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-new-contract-for-an-underground-hv-power-cable-system-in-oman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Telensa Begins Deployment of Smart City Wireless Control System for 55,000 LED Streetlights Across Gloucestershire, UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Work Underway to Improve Street Lighting Across the County, Incorporating Telensa&rsquo;s PLANet System for Wireless Control, which will Save &pound;17m in Energy CostsCambridge, 17th December 2015 &ndash; Telensa, which provides end-to-end smart city solutions using its low power Ultra Narrow Band (UNB) wireless technology, has announced that work has begun on a major new deployment which will cover 55,000 LED streetlights over approximately 1,000 sq. miles across Gloucestershire, UK. The deplo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/telensa-begins-deployment-of-smart-city-wireless-control-system-for-55000-led-streetlights-across-gloucestershire-uk/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2015 10:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/telensa-begins-deployment-of-smart-city-wireless-control-system-for-55000-led-streetlights-across-gloucestershire-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Group To Become Majority Shareholder In Oman Cables Industry]]></title><description><![CDATA[With A Turnover Of $ 793m Oman Cables Is A Top Cable Manufacturer In The Gulf AreaMilan, 16 December 2015. Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has signed an agreement to increase its stake in Oman Cables Industry to approximately 51%, thus gaining majority stake. According to the terms of the agreement, Prysmian Group, which already own a 34.78% stake in the company, will purchase an additional approximately 16%,...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-to-become-majority-shareholder-in-oman-cables-industry/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Dec 2015 12:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-to-become-majority-shareholder-in-oman-cables-industry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paris climate agreement: Words needing strong action]]></title><description><![CDATA[The UN Climate conference COP21 is over. And now? What remains of the euphoria that filled the plenary at the end of two intense weeks of negotiations? We, the local and regional governments, shall we clap or shall we boo?31 pages and then?It is, indeed, a premiere and a diplomatic achievement that 195 States adopt a global agreement on climate governance. Never before, that many different high-level policy-makers had been backcasting their post-carbon future and discussing means to (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/paris-climate-agreement-words-needing-strong-action/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Dec 2015 17:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/paris-climate-agreement-words-needing-strong-action/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SES And SOLARKIOSK Sign Agreement To Bring Internet To Underserved Villages Worldwide]]></title><description><![CDATA[New partnership will focus on providing Internet access to thousands of users via solar-powered kiosks anytime, anywhere LUXEMBOURG AND BERLIN, December 15, 2015 - SES Techcom Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of world-leading satellite operator SES, and SOLARKIOSK AG, the energy and business gateway provider to underserved communities worldwide, today announced that they have entered into a two-year partnership to deliver high-quality connectivity to communities worldwide. Under the agreement]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/ses-and-solarkiosk-sign-agreement-to-bring-internet-to-underserved-villages-worldwide/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Dec 2015 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/ses-and-solarkiosk-sign-agreement-to-bring-internet-to-underserved-villages-worldwide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adactus Housing Group Drives Customer Care With 360 Tenant Portal from 1st Touch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Adactus Housing Group is implementing the 360 Tenant Portal from 1st Touch (www.1sttouch.com). The new system will provide an impressive online resource, enabling easy self-service access to a broad range of customer services for tenants. The software will improve on the group&rsquo;s existing online services, augmenting the group&rsquo;s award-winning incoming call centre and extensive customer care facilities. Adactus Housing Group is a Registered Social Landlord managing over 13,000 propertie]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/adactus-housing-group-drives-customer-care-with-360-tenant-portal-from-1st-touch/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Dec 2015 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/adactus-housing-group-drives-customer-care-with-360-tenant-portal-from-1st-touch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[COP21 - Takeaways from week 1: Cities, power and Hollywood stars!]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the second week kicks in, we thought the time was ripe to share some first impressions!Energy Cities' Board members have filled their COP21 agenda with quite a number of events. Le Bourget is an immense village where you can meet delegates from the whole planet, many of them running from one conference to the other. A huge crowd of NGOs, international institutions, city networks and companies that all share the same conclusion: fighting climate change is possible.As the Mayor of (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cop21-takeaways-from-week-1-cities-power-and-hollywood-stars/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2015 09:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cop21-takeaways-from-week-1-cities-power-and-hollywood-stars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[COP 21 : Takeaways from week one !]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the second week kicks in, we thought the time was ripe to share some initial impressions !Energy Cities Board members have filled their COP21 agenda with quite a number of events. Le Bourget is an immense village where you can cross delegates from the whole planet, many of them running from one conference to the other. A huge crowd of NGOs, international institutions, city networks and companies that all share the same conclusion : fighting climate change is possible. As the Mayor of (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cop-21-takeaways-from-week-one-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2015 09:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cop-21-takeaways-from-week-one-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Receives The "Sword Of Honour" Award]]></title><description><![CDATA[Achievements In HSE Management Of The Siemens Prysmian Western HVDC Link Consortium Recognized By This AwardMilan, 7 December 2015. &ndash; The Consortium of Prysmian and Siemens, currently constructing the Western HVDC Link project, as per the contract awarded by a Joint Venture of power transmission operators National Grid and Scottish Power Transmission in February 2012, have received the &ldquo;Sword of Honour&rdquo; award from the British Safety Council (BSC) on the occasion of the prestigi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-receives-the-sword-of-honour-award/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Dec 2015 10:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-receives-the-sword-of-honour-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local governance from A to Z: Energy Cities releases Positive Glossary of the Energy Transition during COP21]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Energy Cities held a workshop on local governance in the framework of COP21 just yesterday, the European association of local authorities in energy transition seize the occasion to release its latest publication."Local Governance from A to Z: Positive Glossary of the Energy Transition" invites you to discover the multiple facets of a collaborative city, based on our over 25 years of experience of what works well in Europe.26 letters, 26 concepts: test them out and scale them up! As (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/local-governance-from-a-to-z-energy-cities-releases-positive-glossary-of-the-energy-transition-during-cop21/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Dec 2015 15:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/local-governance-from-a-to-z-energy-cities-releases-positive-glossary-of-the-energy-transition-during-cop21/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[COP21 host Paris releases Climate Adaptation Roadmap]]></title><description><![CDATA[Since Monday, Paris is hosting the UN Climate Summit. With the adoption by the Municipal Council of a Climate Adaptation Strategy, the city proves political leadership in terms of climate change. Paris wishes to share its political courage, innovation, imagination and the participation of all stakeholders with the international COP21 community in the aim of positively influencing the final climate agreement. Welcome to Paris!<br />
&ldquo;COP21 is an opportunity to remind people that Paris is taking (]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cop21-host-paris-releases-climate-adaptation-roadmap/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Dec 2015 16:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cop21-host-paris-releases-climate-adaptation-roadmap/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Group Launches “Make It”, the Recruitment Programme for Engineers with Plant Experience]]></title><description><![CDATA[The group is dedicating over &euro;160 million to industrial investments and focusing on the growth of highly qualified personnelMilan, 23 November 2015 &ndash; Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, is launching the &ldquo;Make it&rdquo; recruitment programme, aimed at engineers and technical staff with manufacturing experience. It is seeking process, maintenance, design and quality engineers, as well as other technical specialists, to cover key roles in]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-launches-make-it-the-recruitment-programme-for-engineers-with-plant-experience/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2015 14:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-launches-make-it-the-recruitment-programme-for-engineers-with-plant-experience/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zagreb, Vienna and Bielsko-Biala sharing their experience with Bratislava, Prešov and more...]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Covenant of Mayors was officially launched and endorsed on the occasion of the Joint Covenant of Mayors &amp; Mayors Adapt Ceremony held on 15 October 2015 in Brussels. The cities shall now commit to the European Union's 2030 energy and climate targets : 27% energy savings, 27% renewable energy and 40% CO2 emissions reduction by 2030. Moreover, climate mitigation and adaptation have been integrated into one single initiative.The cities and regions have a new challenge in front of them (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/zagreb-vienna-and-bielsko-biala-sharing-their-experience-with-bratislava-preov-and-more/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2015 06:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/zagreb-vienna-and-bielsko-biala-sharing-their-experience-with-bratislava-preov-and-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Victory for local energy! Swedish municipality of Växjö wins case against competition authority]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three years ago, the municipality of V&auml;xj&ouml; sued by the national competition authority for requiring city owners to connect to its local district heating system. This Monday 16 November, the Stockholm District Court ruled in favor of V&auml;xj&ouml;, marking a victory for local sustainable energy projects, often unable to compete with free market imperatives.V&auml;xj&ouml;'s impressive district heating network uses heat from a combined heat and power plant, powered by waste wood biomas]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/victory-for-local-energy-swedish-municipality-of-vxj-wins-case-against-competition-authority/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2015 18:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/victory-for-local-energy-swedish-municipality-of-vxj-wins-case-against-competition-authority/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Halton Equips Caretaker Teams With 1st Touch Mobile]]></title><description><![CDATA[Halton Housing Trust has chosen Caretaker Software from 1st Touch (www.1sttouch.com). The software will be used by Halton&rsquo;s Estate Services and Environmental teams across 140 communal flat blocks and over 200 green space areas.Halton Housing Trust is a forward thinking and dynamic not-for-profit housing association that owns and manages over 6,700 homes with over 16,000 customers in the Cheshire towns of Runcorn and Widnes. Halton&rsquo;s Board works closely with its executive management t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/halton-equips-caretaker-teams-with-1st-touch-mobile/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2015 11:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/halton-equips-caretaker-teams-with-1st-touch-mobile/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian To Present Latest Innovations In Cable Connections For Offshore Wind Farms At EWEA 2015 In Paris]]></title><description><![CDATA[Successful Completion Of Electrical Type Tests On 66 kV Cable Systems Are Paving The Way To Step Offshore Wind Farms Intra-Array System Voltage Way UpMilan, 16 November 2015. Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, will showcase its state-of-the-art range of products and services for the wind power industry at the 2015 European Wind Energy Association (EWEA) Annual Event, due to take place in Paris (France) from November 17 to...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-to-present-latest-innovations-in-cable-connections-for-offshore-wind-farms-at-ewea-2015-in-paris/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2015 16:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-to-present-latest-innovations-in-cable-connections-for-offshore-wind-farms-at-ewea-2015-in-paris/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local elected leaders urge European Commission to reshape energy governance architecture]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last Friday, less than a week before the release of the state of the Energy Union report, Energy Cities teamed up with the key four other European networks for sustainable cities to raise concerns over the governance of energy and climate policies.Our President and Mayor of Heidelberg Eckart W&uuml;rzner addressed a joint letter to European Commission Vice-President Maro&scaron; &Scaron;ef&#269;ovi&#269;, co-signed by local elected leaders representing CEMR, Climate Alliance, FEDARENE and ICLEI.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/local-elected-leaders-urge-european-commission-to-reshape-energy-governance-architecture/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2015 13:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/local-elected-leaders-urge-european-commission-to-reshape-energy-governance-architecture/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SpeedCast Strengthens Its Leadership In Asia With The Acquisition Of Singapore’s ST Teleport]]></title><description><![CDATA[Singapore, 13 November 2015 &ndash; SpeedCast International Limited (SpeedCast), a leading global satellite telecommunications service provider, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire ST Teleport, a leading satellite communications services provider based in Singapore. The acquisition includes ST Teleport&rsquo;s world class teleport facilities and data centre infrastructure in Singapore, a major hub in Asia for global maritime and oil &amp; gas customers. The]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/speedcast-strengthens-its-leadership-in-asia-with-the-acquisition-of-singapores-st-teleport/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2015 11:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/speedcast-strengthens-its-leadership-in-asia-with-the-acquisition-of-singapores-st-teleport/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bielsko-Biala : Where Poland shows that "low-carbon" is possible]]></title><description><![CDATA[Poland's parliamentary elections (end of october) had one winner: the eurosceptic and fossil-fuel friendly Law and Justice party. It is to be feared that, as of now, European Union efforts to move to lower carbon energy will be even more dependent on committed local authorities.<br />
The City Council of Bielsko-Bia&#322;a is one of them. Last August, it unanimously approved the city's "Low Carbon Economy (LCE) Plan and Sustainable Energy Action Plan (SEAP)", reaffirming its intention for switching to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/bielsko-biala-where-poland-shows-that-low-carbon-is-possible/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2015 14:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/bielsko-biala-where-poland-shows-that-low-carbon-is-possible/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aspect Selected For CIO Review&rsquo;s 20 Most Promising Oil &amp; Gas Technology Companies]]></title><description><![CDATA[CIO Review (www.cioreview.com) has chosen Aspect for its 20 Most Promising Oil &amp; Gas Technology Solution Providers 2015. The positioning is based on evaluation of Aspect&rsquo;s commodity trading, risk, and operations ETRM/CTRM software offering for oil trading and supply companies.To read the article published by CIO Review, http://www.aspectenterprise.com/wp-content/uploads/CIO_TopTech_2015.pdfThe annual list of companies is selected by a panel of experts and members of CIO Review&rsquo;s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aspect-selected-for-cio-reviewrsquos-20-most-promising-oil-amp-gas-technology-companies/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2015 14:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aspect-selected-for-cio-reviewrsquos-20-most-promising-oil-amp-gas-technology-companies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[COCON 63 : Massive renovation operation]]></title><description><![CDATA[The French Department of Puy-de-D&ocirc;me, in co-operation with the local energy &amp; climate agency (Aduhme) launched an innovative collective operation aimed at massively isolating attic space in public buildings: the COCON ("cocoon") 63 operation.The Puy-de-D&ocirc;me local authority has used an innovative territorial engineering approach to the service of public local bodies in order to support them in reducing their energy use and expenses.End of 2013, the operation was presented to all l]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cocon-63-massive-renovation-operation/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2015 10:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/cocon-63-massive-renovation-operation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Supplies Cables For The Niagara Wind Farm Project, One Of The Largest Wind Farms In North America]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Contract Includes A Wide Range Of Power Transmission And Distribution Cables As Well As Optical Cables Milan, 6 November, 2015 &ndash; Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has been awarded a new order for a total value of around &euro; 16 Million for power transmission and distribution cabling of an onshore wind farm project in the Niagara Region of North America. The contract was awarded by NCS International...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-supplies-cables-for-the-niagara-wind-farm-project-one-of-the-largest-wind-farms-in-north-america/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2015 10:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-supplies-cables-for-the-niagara-wind-farm-project-one-of-the-largest-wind-farms-in-north-america/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian To Showcase Extended Product Portfolio For The Oil And Gas Industry At ADIPEC 2015 In Abu Dhabi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Show Attendance Follows The Acquisition Of GCDT, That Complements And Strengthens The Group&rsquo;s Presence And Offer In The Sector Of Downhole Equipment For The O&amp;G IndustryMilan, 05 November, 2015 &ndash; Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, will attend ADIPEC 2015, the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition &amp; Conference, from 9 &ndash; 12 November (booth # 1132). The Group will showcase its comprehensive product portfolio specifically d]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-to-showcase-extended-product-portfolio-for-the-oil-and-gas-industry-at-adipec-2015-in-abu-dhabi/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2015 12:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-to-showcase-extended-product-portfolio-for-the-oil-and-gas-industry-at-adipec-2015-in-abu-dhabi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Energy Cities' best practice database has been revamped]]></title><description><![CDATA[Energy Cities now has a completely new interface for its best practice database. Entirely revamped and updated, it highlights the vitality of European cities' action in the field of energy and climate policies.More contentDiscover about 500 examples illustrating all energy transition aspects in Europe : local resources, energy efficiency, sustainable mobility, governance, social innovation, financing ... and, coming soon, a whole new series of best practices on urban farming !Access to (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-energy-cities-best-practice-database-has-been-revamped/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2015 18:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-energy-cities-best-practice-database-has-been-revamped/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy Cities' best practice database has been revamped]]></title><description><![CDATA[Energy Cities now has a completely new interface for its best practice database. Entirely revamped and updated, it highlights the vitality of European cities' action in the field of energy and climate policies.More contentDiscover about 500 examples illustrating all energy transition aspects in Europe : local resources, energy efficiency, sustainable mobility, governance, social innovation, financing ... and, coming soon, a whole new series of best practices on urban farming !Access to (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-cities-best-practice-database-has-been-revamped/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2015 18:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-cities-best-practice-database-has-been-revamped/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[European RegioStars Awards 2015 honours IMAGINE project]]></title><description><![CDATA[Europe's most inspiring and innovating projects supported by Cohesion Policy funds were at centre stage during the 2015 RegioStars Awards ceremony on 14 October.Commissioner for Regional Policy Corina Cre&#355;u and RegioStars jury president MEP Lambert Van Nistelrooij announced the winning projects, chosen amongst 17 finalists in the following categories:<br />
Scandinavian Game Developers: Smart Growth &ndash; Unleashing SME growth potential for a digital economy;<br />
PICSA: Sustainable Growth &ndash; M]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/european-regiostars-awards-2015-honours-imagine-project/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2015 16:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/european-regiostars-awards-2015-honours-imagine-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Group intelligence in Helsinki : collaborative sustainable city planning]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Urban Academy in Helsinki relies on a multi-disciplinary approach to sustainable city development. Based on co-creation methods, it aims at "bringing teaching and research from lecture halls and laboratories to the city streets, its residents and policymakers" to build better cities.Ambitious, you would say. It is, indeed. The Urban Academy wants to engage all parties in a co-creation and co-design process. The main partners are the University of Helsinki, Aalto University and the (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/group-intelligence-in-helsinki-collaborative-sustainable-city-planning/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2015 11:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/group-intelligence-in-helsinki-collaborative-sustainable-city-planning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lorient won the European Energy Award Label at the first attempt]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Awarding Committee unanimously recognised the merit of Lorient's application, which testifies to the dynamism that the city has long shown in addressing essential energy issues.Lorient achieved 245.1 points out of the maximum score of 405.7, i.e. 60% of its potential, and well above the 50% required to obtain the Cit'ergie label (French transposition of the EEA label).<br />
Action relating to municipal buildings has made good progress and includes building use optimisation (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/lorient-won-the-european-energy-award-label-at-the-first-attempt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2015 10:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/lorient-won-the-european-energy-award-label-at-the-first-attempt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Lorient getting the European Energy Award Label at the first attempt]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Awarding Committee unanimously recognised the merit of the city of Lorient's application, which testifies to the dynamism that the city has long shown in addressing essential energy issues.Lorient achieved 245.1 points out of the maximum score of 405.7, i.e. 60% of its potential, and well above the 50% required to obtain the Cit'ergie label (French transposition of the EEA label).<br />
The European Energy Award (and its French branch called Cit'ergie) is a quality management and (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/city-of-lorient-getting-the-european-energy-award-label-at-the-first-attempt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2015 10:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/city-of-lorient-getting-the-european-energy-award-label-at-the-first-attempt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian, New Award Worth More Than $ 140 M For A Submarine Power Cable Project In China]]></title><description><![CDATA[This Is The First Submarine Cable Project In People&rsquo;s Republic Of China For The GroupThe New Contract Paves Routes To New Business Opportunities For The Group In AsiaMilan, 26 October, 2015 &ndash; Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has been awarded a contract by Hainan Second Cross-Sea Interconnection Tie Project Management Co., Ltd. (a subsidiary company of China Southern Power Grid, the grid operating company in South China) worth...Source: Re]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-new-award-worth-more-than-140-m-for-a-submarine-power-cable-project-in-china/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2015 10:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-new-award-worth-more-than-140-m-for-a-submarine-power-cable-project-in-china/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Covenant of Mayors for Climate &amp; Energy: EU Institutions strengthen alliance with cities]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hundreds of city representatives flocked to the European Parliament yesterday 15 October for the 2015 Covenant Ceremony launching the New Integrated Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy, less than two months ahead of the COP21 international summit in Paris.Since 2009 onwards, some 6,500 local authorities have already committed to the 2020 CO2 reduction objective. As part of the "New Integrated Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy", signatory cities will pledge action to support (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-covenant-of-mayors-for-climate-amp-energy-eu-institutions-strengthen-alliance-with-cities/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2015 16:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-covenant-of-mayors-for-climate-amp-energy-eu-institutions-strengthen-alliance-with-cities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EU Institutions strengthen alliance with cities through New Covenant of Mayors for Climate &amp; Energy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hundreds of city representatives flocked to the European Parliament yesterday 15 October for the 2015 Covenant Ceremony launching the New Integrated Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy, less than two months ahead of the COP21 international summit in Paris.Since 2009 onwards, some 6,500 local authorities have already committed to the 2020 CO2 reduction objective. As part of the "New Integrated Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy", signatory cities will pledge action to support (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/eu-institutions-strengthen-alliance-with-cities-through-new-covenant-of-mayors-for-climate-amp-energy/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2015 16:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/eu-institutions-strengthen-alliance-with-cities-through-new-covenant-of-mayors-for-climate-amp-energy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy Cities' photo contest : Discover Brussels' new urban artwork !]]></title><description><![CDATA[On the occasion of its 25th anniversary, Energy Cities organised a photo contest in the beginning of the year. Brussels (Belgium), Heerlen (the Netherlands) and Bistrita (Romania) were awarded for their creative, energetic pictures !The city of Brussels won the 1st prize : an urban art mural by the Argentinian artist Elian. The artist completed his work beginning of October, in the framework of the Nuit Blanche, an event which aims at allowing people to discover Brussels "under a (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-cities-photo-contest-discover-brussels-new-urban-artwork-/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2015 14:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-cities-photo-contest-discover-brussels-new-urban-artwork-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy Cities' photo contest: Discover Brussels' new urban artwork!]]></title><description><![CDATA[On the occasion of its 25th anniversary, Energy Cities organised a photo contest in the beginning of the year. Brussels (Belgium), Heerlen (the Netherlands) and Bistrita (Romania) were awarded for their creative, energetic pictures!The city of Brussels won the 1st prize: an urban art mural by the Argentinian artist Elian. The artist completed his work beginning of October, in the framework of the Nuit Blanche, an event which aims at allowing people to discover Brussels "under a different (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-cities-photo-contest-discover-brussels-new-urban-artwork/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2015 14:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-cities-photo-contest-discover-brussels-new-urban-artwork/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's Back-To-Back "Technology House Of The Year" Awards For Aspect by Energy Risk Asia]]></title><description><![CDATA[October 8, 2015Leading global cloud vendor Aspect has been recognized for its innovative technology winning for the second year in a row the coveted award for &ldquo;Technology House of the Year&rdquo; by Energy Risk Asia in its annual awards ceremony this week in Singapore. It&rsquo;s the fourth consecutive year Aspect has brought home a key award, with past wins for top ETRM software.See Energy Risk&rsquo;s story on Aspect here: http://www.aspectenterprise.com/wp-content/uploads/energyriskasia]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/its-back-to-back-technology-house-of-the-year-awards-for-aspect-by-energy-risk-asia/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2015 14:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/its-back-to-back-technology-house-of-the-year-awards-for-aspect-by-energy-risk-asia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The new EU Energy Market Design: how local authorities could get better access]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today closes the EU Commission's Consultation on the new Energy Market Design. See the main points of Energy Cities' response.Energy Cities welcomes the Commission's initiative to launch a public consultation process on a new energy market design, notably as it aims at establishing a market that can fully integrate the increasing share of local renewable energy. A new market design that puts local renewable energy at its core will reduce costs, guarantee security of supply and foster (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-new-eu-energy-market-design-how-local-authorities-could-get-better-access/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2015 11:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/the-new-eu-energy-market-design-how-local-authorities-could-get-better-access/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF improves the performance of small sealed spherical roller bearings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 30 September 2015: SKF has upgraded a range of small size sealed SKF Explorer spherical roller bearings offering even lower friction, reduced operating temperatures, higher limiting speed ratings and reduced maintenance.This range of small size sealed spherical roller bearings uses a novel seal design, given the designation &lsquo;RS&rsquo;, which reduces overall friction in the bearing by up to 20 percent. In representative running conditions, this translates into calculated]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-improves-the-performance-of-small-sealed-spherical-roller-bearings/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2015 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-improves-the-performance-of-small-sealed-spherical-roller-bearings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[High performance polyurethane seals for wind turbines]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 30 September 2015: Wind power has entered the mainstream. By the end of 2014 global wind generation capacity had reached 369.6 GW according to Global Wind Energy Council.The share of wind energy in electricity production is expected to increase the coming years as wind has become increasingly competitive. Demand for wind will also shift to developing countries where there is an increasing demand in electricity.To keep delivering on its potential, however, the global wind ener]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/high-performance-polyurethane-seals-for-wind-turbines/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2015 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/high-performance-polyurethane-seals-for-wind-turbines/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF Customized Interfacing integrates condition monitoring data into business management systems]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 30 September, 2015: SKF, the knowledge engineering company, has launched a new SKF Customized Interfacing that integrates the SKF @ptitude condition monitoring suite with customers&rsquo; existing ERP and CMMS solutions. This allows businesses to review all condition monitoring data in their existing business management system, helping to ensure better decision making for improved performance, efficiency and reliability of systems.To date, process and condition monitoring dat]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-customized-interfacing-integrates-condition-monitoring-data-into-business-management-systems/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2015 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-customized-interfacing-integrates-condition-monitoring-data-into-business-management-systems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Run faster, longer and cleaner with SKF at EMO Milano 2015]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 29 September 2015: SKF, the knowledge engineering company, will be showcasing a wide range of its high performance, sustainable, reliable, and high load solutions for applications in the machine tools industry at EMO Milano 2015.The SKF solutions on show are designed to enable equipment used in machine tool applications to run faster, longer and cleaner.Commenting on SKF&rsquo;s attendance at EMO Milano 2015, Davide Giordana, &lrm;Global Machine Tool Segment Manager at SKF, s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/run-faster-longer-and-cleaner-with-skf-at-emo-milano-2015/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2015 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/run-faster-longer-and-cleaner-with-skf-at-emo-milano-2015/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF to showcase solutions for extended bearing life at Interlift 2015]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 29 September 2015: SKF, the knowledge engineering company, will be showcasing a selection of solutions that enable bearing performance &ndash; and therefore elevator performance &ndash; to be optimized.Visitors to the show will have the opportunity to see SKF&rsquo;s new small sealed Explorer spherical roller bearings. These bearings decrease seal friction by up to 50%, reducing operating temperatures and increasing lubricant life to cut maintenance costs. They also feature d]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-showcase-solutions-for-extended-bearing-life-at-interlift-2015/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2015 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-showcase-solutions-for-extended-bearing-life-at-interlift-2015/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF to supply Geely Auto with wheel hub and suspension bearing units]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 29 September 2015: SKF will supply GeelyAuto with wheel hub bearing units and MacPherson suspension bearingunits for their future car lines. &nbsp;Stephane Le Mounier, President, Automotive Market,says, &ldquo;Working with Geely Auto on this new platform is evidence ofour ability to translate global capabilities into efficient ways ofworking at a local level. We deliver value by contributing to anoptimized application design and speed in execution. I am trulyhappy to see the team&rsq]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-supply-geely-auto-with-wheel-hub-and-suspension-bearing-units/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2015 08:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-supply-geely-auto-with-wheel-hub-and-suspension-bearing-units/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thales delivers trusted security to smart meters for ADD Grup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thales keyAuthority provides trustworthy key management across smart meter network Plantation, Fla - September 28, 2015 - Thales, leader in critical information systems and cybersecurity, and ADD Grup announce that Thales keyAuthority&reg; is being used to protect the credentials inside smart meters and create a secure system-wide root of trust, protecting consumers, utility companies and the energy supply chain from fraud and cyber-attack.ADD Grup is implementing Thales keyAuthority to protect]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/thales-delivers-trusted-security-to-smart-meters-for-add-grup/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2015 18:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/thales-delivers-trusted-security-to-smart-meters-for-add-grup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF and Hanbell join forces to develop magnetic chiller centrifugal compressor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden 28 September, 2015: SKF has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Hanbell on jointly developing magnetic chiller centrifugal compressors.Combining the centrifugal compressor with magnetic technology is a developing trend for the centrifugal compressor industry. The advantages of magnetic chiller technology include low energy consumption, high energy efficiency, environmentally friendly and low maintenance costs. SKF has advanced solutions and rich experience in magneti]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-and-hanbell-join-forces-to-develop-magnetic-chiller-centrifugal-compressor/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2015 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-and-hanbell-join-forces-to-develop-magnetic-chiller-centrifugal-compressor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF equips Tsakos Columbia Shipmanagement fleet with Marine Condition Monitoring kit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 28 September, 2015: SKF has initiated a condition-based maintenance programme for Tsakos Columbia Shipmanagement (TCM) fleet that has the potential to cut costs and decrease maintenance. The detailed maintenance programme enables a range of benefits, from preventing unexpected failures in critical machinery to providing early indication of possible problems in auxiliary machinery. The customized instrument of monitoring and reporting, supplied by SKF, provides specific data a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-equips-tsakos-columbia-shipmanagement-fleet-with-marine-condition-monitoring-kit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2015 08:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-equips-tsakos-columbia-shipmanagement-fleet-with-marine-condition-monitoring-kit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF equips Greek shipping fleet with condition monitoring solutions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 28 September 2015: Tsakos ColumbiaShipmanagement S.A. (TCM) will use SKF condition monitoringsolutions for its fleet of approximately 70 tanker, container anddry cargo ships.TCM will be using a customised version of SKF&rsquo;shand-held Marine Condition Monitoring Kit to monitor criticalauxiliary machinery such as cargo pumps, engine room fans,compressors and electric engines. This data can then be integratedinto the ships&rsquo; maintenance management systems and transmitted toTCM&r]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-equips-greek-shipping-fleet-with-condition-monitoring-solutions/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2015 08:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-equips-greek-shipping-fleet-with-condition-monitoring-solutions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian acquires US company Gulf Coast Downhole Technologies (GCDT)]]></title><description><![CDATA[With GCDT, Prysmian further complements and strengthens the existing presence and product offer in the high-tech sector of downhole equipment for the Oil &amp; Gas industry GCDT fits fully into the Group's expansion strategy in the business of Subsea Umbilicals, Risers and Flow lines (SURF) for offshore oil extraction Milan, 25 September 2015 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of the...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-acquires-us-company-gulf-coast-downhole-technologies-gcdt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2015 11:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-acquires-us-company-gulf-coast-downhole-technologies-gcdt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF updates SKF SEAL JET – its unique technology for prototype seals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 24 September 2015: SKF today announced that it has developed the latest generation of SKF SEAL JET, its seal prototyping service.The technique allows seals to be machined quickly and easily &ndash; for use as either product development prototypes or as low-volume replacement products. Seals made using SKF SEAL JET are identical in dimensions and properties to those made using mass production techniques like injection moulding.&ldquo;Customers need fully functional prototypes]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-updates-skf-seal-jet-its-unique-technology-for-prototype-seals/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2015 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-updates-skf-seal-jet-its-unique-technology-for-prototype-seals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pick A Cloud, Any Cloud: Aspect Unveils Flexible Cloud CTRM Hosting Strategy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading cloud CTRM vendor Aspect today reveals its innovative Any Cloud strategy, signposting the company's future direction in the market for commodity trade and risk management applications hosted in the cloud. Currently Aspect solutions are available as either Aspect-hosted software-as-a-service (SaaS) or hosted in user organizations' own private clouds. Soon support will be added for a third hosting option, public cloud, which employs third party cloud providers such as Amazon, Microsoft and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/pick-a-cloud-any-cloud-aspect-unveils-flexible-cloud-ctrm-hosting-strategy/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2015 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/pick-a-cloud-any-cloud-aspect-unveils-flexible-cloud-ctrm-hosting-strategy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Group partners with Berk-Tek a Nexans Company to Demonstrate Extended Distance 40Gbps Transmission using WideCap-OM4 and Bi-Directional QSFP+ Modules]]></title><description><![CDATA[Milan, 21st September, 2015 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, partners with Berk-Tek to demonstrate 300m 40Gbps transmission utilizing Prysmian's WideBand MMF, WideCap-OM4, and commercial WDM transceivers.While Data Center markets are rapidly adopting higher data rates (40GbE/100GbE), the demand for longer-reaching, high-performance cabling increases. Wideband MMFs and WDM transceivers are a promising solution to meet these challenges while still pr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-partners-with-berk-tek-a-nexans-company-to-demonstrate-extended-distance-40gbps-transmission-using-widecap-om4-and-bi-directional-qsfp-modules/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2015 17:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-partners-with-berk-tek-a-nexans-company-to-demonstrate-extended-distance-40gbps-transmission-using-widecap-om4-and-bi-directional-qsfp-modules/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EU Smart Cities Agenda should push for an energy transition with cities and their citizens at the core]]></title><description><![CDATA[The European Parliament's Resolution on the Urban Dimension of EU Policies adopted by the plenary on the 9 September constitutes a push for an energy transition with cities and their citizens at the core and takes up key positions in Energy Cities' position paper on the Commission's Smart Cities Agenda.It postulates that in regard to the key EU principles subsidiarity, multi-level governance and the partnership principles, the &ldquo;[&hellip;] engagement of the resources and competences of loca]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/eu-smart-cities-agenda-should-push-for-an-energy-transition-with-cities-and-their-citizens-at-the-core/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2015 16:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/eu-smart-cities-agenda-should-push-for-an-energy-transition-with-cities-and-their-citizens-at-the-core/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EU after-summer policy wrap-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[What are the crunch issues of the current and future EU Agenda for cities committed to the energy transition? Read this editorial by Claire Roumet, Executive Director of Energy Cities, to know what our network believes are the key topics of the moment.Under pressure: EU leadership in a transit zone?<br />
The current humanitarian crisis both revitalises citizens' sense for solidarity while putting Europe's cohesion at stake. Already since the beginning of this year, a number of European (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/eu-after-summer-policy-wrap-up/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2015 16:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/eu-after-summer-policy-wrap-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF recognized as a leader within sustainability]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 18 September 2015: For the16thyear running, SKF has been listed as one of the world&rsquo;s mostsustainable companies by the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index(DJSI).Supply chain management, ensuring a transparent taxstrategy and its overall environmental management programme werethree areas in which the Group ranked highly.Rob Jenkinson, Director of Sustainability, says, &ldquo;Wehave been working to integrate sustainability into the business fora long time now, and it is]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-recognized-as-a-leader-within-sustainability/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2015 08:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-recognized-as-a-leader-within-sustainability/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy Cities creates a permanent working group on sustainable mobility]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting with 6 of our member cities, this thematic working group will allow us to explore challenging issues and find best mobility solutions for European local authorities. It is being created in the framework of a "Europe for Citizen" project.The CitiZEN project which runs until 2017 tackles urban mobility in it various aspects. This includes<br />
the development and update of local Sustainable Urban Mobility Plans<br />
the promotion of soft modes (cycling and walking)<br />
traffic control (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-cities-creates-a-permanent-working-group-on-sustainable-mobility/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2015 17:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-cities-creates-a-permanent-working-group-on-sustainable-mobility/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Together Housing Group Moves To Enterprise Mobile Working With 1st Touch]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Together Housing Group has chosen enterprise mobile workforce software from leading mobile technology company 1st Touch (www.1sttouch.com). The software is currently being rolled out across the organisation.The Together Housing Group comprises seven companies, each run by a skilled voluntary board made up of tenants, council representatives and independent experts. In total, it manages over 35,000 homes, employing more than 1,400 staff over a large geographical area in the North of England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/together-housing-group-moves-to-enterprise-mobile-working-with-1st-touch/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2015 14:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/together-housing-group-moves-to-enterprise-mobile-working-with-1st-touch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inoapps Opens New City Of London HQ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Award winning Oracle Platinum Partner Inoapps (www.inoapps.com) has continued its expansion with the opening of a new Group Headquarters in the City of London. With its rapid global expansion across EMEA the Far East and the Americas the company, which was founded in Aberdeen, believes that the new office at the heart of London&rsquo;s international financial district is a natural development. The City Point location is also close to Oracle&rsquo;s London offices in EC2.Inoapps&rsquo; commitment]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/inoapps-opens-new-city-of-london-hq/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2015 12:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/inoapps-opens-new-city-of-london-hq/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nomination Committee of AB SKF for the Annual General Meeting 2016]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 15 September 2015: In accordancewith a resolution taken at the Annual General Meetingof AB SKF on 26 March 2015, this is to announce the representativesof the four largest shareholders by number of votes, who, togetherwith the Chairman of the Board, constitute the Nomination Committeein preparation of the Annual General Meeting 2016.Representatives:Claes Dahlb&auml;ck, Foundation Asset Management<br />
Ramsay Brufer, Alecta<br />
Anders Algotsson, AFA F&ouml;rs&auml;kring<br />
Anders Jonsson,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/nomination-committee-of-ab-skf-for-the-annual-general-meeting-2016/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2015 08:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/nomination-committee-of-ab-skf-for-the-annual-general-meeting-2016/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF solutions for energy and performance optimization on show at WEFTEC 2015]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 10 September 2015: SKF will showcase a selection of its market leading solutions for the water quality industry at WEFTEC 2015. The solutions on show are designed to enable operations and maintenance teams to cost-effectively boost asset performance and reliability as well as cut energy consumption.SKF will demonstrate its complete magnetic system solution for centrifugal aeration blowers. This solution enables users to reduce the energy use of their aeration processes by 10-]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-solutions-for-energy-and-performance-optimization-on-show-at-weftec-2015/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2015 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-solutions-for-energy-and-performance-optimization-on-show-at-weftec-2015/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Covenant of Mayors Ceremony 2015: Registration is open!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Registration to the Joint Covenant of Mayors &amp; Mayors Adapt Ceremony is now open.<br />
On Thursday 15 October 2015, representatives from towns and cities leading the way on climate mitigation and adaptation will meet in Brussels to launch a new Covenant of Mayors at a high-level ceremony.This new Covenant of Mayors: will feature a new target of at least 40% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2030 will include both the mitigation and adaptation pillars through the integration of the (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/covenant-of-mayors-ceremony-2015-registration-is-open/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2015 12:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/covenant-of-mayors-ceremony-2015-registration-is-open/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF Disc Couplings enhance service in high torque applications]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 9 September 2015: SKF has launched a range of disc couplings that offer cost-effective, lubrication-free service in medium to high torque applications that require torsional rigidity. The SKF Disc Coupling has a capacity range up to 178 kNm in a variety of configurations - including single disc, double disc and spacer for both horizontal and vertical mounting - bringing its benefits to a wide range of applications.&ldquo;In many applications, the challenge posed by exposure t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-disc-couplings-enhance-service-in-high-torque-applications/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2015 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-disc-couplings-enhance-service-in-high-torque-applications/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Latest technical guide from SKF Aftermarket demonstrates best practice and troubleshooting for timing and auxiliary system components]]></title><description><![CDATA[This guide demonstrates how to inspect and diagnose system damages and gives examples of the best way to replace defective parts. Instructional guides like this one help technicians carry out correct repairs, reduce warranty claims and increase customer satisfaction.&nbsp;The SKF engine guide provides:General information about the timing and auxiliary system as well as the water pumpIn-depth explanation of system components like the freewheel alternator pulley or the active crankshaft damper55 v]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/latest-technical-guide-from-skf-aftermarket-demonstrates-best-practice-and-troubleshooting-for-timing-and-auxiliary-system-components/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2015 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/latest-technical-guide-from-skf-aftermarket-demonstrates-best-practice-and-troubleshooting-for-timing-and-auxiliary-system-components/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rezatec uses Earth Observation to measure peatland integrity and restoration prioritization for Northern Ireland Water]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harwell, Oxfordshire, 3rd September 2015 &ndash; Rezatec, the innovative landscape intelligence company, has been working with Northern Ireland Water to undertake an innovative study of its Dungonnell catchment, on the Garron Plateau, to the North of Belfast, using its cutting edge Earth Observation (EO) techniques. The aim of the project is to look at the integrity of peatland in the catchment area and its risk to water quality, as well as to provide a prioritisation...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rezatec-uses-earth-observation-to-measure-peatland-integrity-and-restoration-prioritization-for-northern-ireland-water/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2015 15:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/rezatec-uses-earth-observation-to-measure-peatland-integrity-and-restoration-prioritization-for-northern-ireland-water/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF to demonstrate oil and gas solutions at Pump &amp; Turbomachinery Symposia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 2 September, 2015: SKF, the knowledge engineering company, will be presenting a range of products that improve the performance of assets in harsh oil and gas environments at the Pump &amp; Turbomachinery Symposia in Houston, Texas. The solutions on show enable OEMs and end users to improve asset reliability, minimize machine downtime and cut maintenance costs.Visitors will see first-hand SKF&rsquo;s magnetic bearings and get insights to the benefits of the E300V2 control cabi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-demonstrate-oil-and-gas-solutions-at-pump-amp-turbomachinery-symposia/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2015 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-demonstrate-oil-and-gas-solutions-at-pump-amp-turbomachinery-symposia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF’s oil and gas solutions on show at Offshore Europe 2015]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF will present a range of innovations that meet the needs of the oil and gas industry at Offshore Europe 2015.Gothenburg, Sweden, 27 August, 2015: SKF, the knowledge engineering company, will be showcasing a range of innovations that are improving reliability and efficiency for Oil &amp; Gas OEMs and operators at Offshore Europe 2015.Among the solutions on display is the top drive exhibit, where SKF will showcase a range of its latest top drive equipment, which is designed to improve the opera]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skfs-oil-and-gas-solutions-on-show-at-offshore-europe-2015/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2015 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skfs-oil-and-gas-solutions-on-show-at-offshore-europe-2015/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Aspect Partner Adds Energy Trade And Risk Consultancy And Regional Business Knowledge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading cloud E/CTRM vendor Aspect today announces the signing of a partnership agreement with Geneva and Singapore based expert consultancy house Gassen Consulting. Teamed with Aspect as a recommender partner, Gassen Consulting brings commodity trading skills as well as mature relationships with trading firms in Europe, the post Soviet states and Singapore - all territories that dovetail well with Aspect&rsquo;s growth plans.Gassen Consulting is the latest to join the Aspect Partner Program (AP]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-aspect-partner-adds-energy-trade-and-risk-consultancy-and-regional-business-knowledge/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2015 16:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-aspect-partner-adds-energy-trade-and-risk-consultancy-and-regional-business-knowledge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SpeedCast Announces Landmark Energy Deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Houston, Texas, USA, 24 August 2015 &ndash; SpeedCast International Limited (SpeedCast), a leading global satellite telecommunications service provider, today announced that it has been awarded one of its largest ever satellite service agreements in the energy sector. SpeedCast was selected from a field of top global telecommunication and satellite service providers to win a multi-year, multi-million dollar contract, which covers services in over 20 countries for both onshore and offshore in Asi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/speedcast-announces-landmark-energy-deal/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2015 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/speedcast-announces-landmark-energy-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF signs wheel-end unit agreement with MAN]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 24 August 2015: SKF has signed athree-year agreement with MAN for the supply of truck-matchedwheel-end units. The deal is worth SEK 60 million and follows thesigning of an agreement for similar units with Scania in October2014. Deliveries to both MAN and Scania are scheduled to commencein September 2015. &nbsp;Stephane Le Mounier, President, Automotive Market,says, &ldquo;This agreement further extends our relationship withVolkswagen Group&rsquo;s heavy trucks segment. It also illust]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-signs-wheel-end-unit-agreement-with-man/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2015 08:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-signs-wheel-end-unit-agreement-with-man/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF divests metal joining business]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 17 August 2015: SKF has completed thedivestment of Canfield Technologies, Inc. to Gen Cap America, aprivate equity firm headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee.Canfield is a manufacturer of solder, pastes andpreforms for metal joining, used in the electronics, plumbing andjewellery industries and joined SKF as part of the acquisition ofKaydon Corporation in October 2013.The total consideration of the divestment isapproximately USD 23 million, on a cash- and debt-free basis.Located in N]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-divests-metal-joining-business/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2015 08:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-divests-metal-joining-business/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF appoints new head of Investor Relations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 14 August 2015: Patrik Stenberg has beenappointed Director, Investor Relations, starting 1 September 2015.Patrik joins SKF from AB Volvo and will be based in the Group&rsquo;sheadquarters in Gothenburg, reporting to Christian Johansson, ChiefFinancial Officer.Aktiebolaget SKF<br />
&nbsp; &nbsp;(publ)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-appoints-new-head-of-investor-relations/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2015 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-appoints-new-head-of-investor-relations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inoapps' New In2Cloud Service Delivers Oracle ERP Cloud Upgrades For E-Business Suite Users In Just 10 Weeks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Award winning Oracle Platinum Partner Inoapps (www.inoapps.com) has announced the launch of &#8216;In2Cloud' a new upgrade service that enables Oracle E-Business Suite users to move to Oracle ERP Cloud in just 10 weeks. This allows users to protect their existing technology investment, whilst enabling them to simplify their systems and access the very latest Oracle Cloud technology. And with Exception Sustaining Support for Oracle E-Business Suite 11i expiring at the end of 2015, Inoapps believe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/inoapps-new-in2cloud-service-delivers-oracle-erp-cloud-upgrades-for-e-business-suite-users-in-just-10-weeks/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2015 11:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/inoapps-new-in2cloud-service-delivers-oracle-erp-cloud-upgrades-for-e-business-suite-users-in-just-10-weeks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Secures Contract For Offshore Wind Farm Inter-Array Submarine Cables Supply In Belgium]]></title><description><![CDATA[Milan, 5 August, 2015 &#8211; Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has been awarded contracts by Nobelwind NV, an offshore wind farm developer, to supply wind turbine inter array cables for the Bligh Bank 2 offshore wind farm, located off the coast of Zeebrugge in Belgium.Prysmian is responsible for the design, manufacture and supply of the 33 kV submarine cables with various cross-sections to be used to connect the...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-secures-contract-for-offshore-wind-farm-inter-array-submarine-cables-supply-in-belgium/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2015 11:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-secures-contract-for-offshore-wind-farm-inter-array-submarine-cables-supply-in-belgium/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Launch of the largest ever consultation on the future of the Covenant of Mayors]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Covenant of Mayors initiative, launched in 2008, was born intrinsically linked to the European Union's 2020 climate and energy package.Close to 6,500 signatory municipalities are voluntarily committed to going beyond the EU objective of 20% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2020.Following the 2030 EU climate and energy policy framework adopted in October 2014 and the new EU target of reducing CO2 emissions by 40% by 2030, the Covenant of Mayors Office - led by Energy Cities - is (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/launch-of-the-largest-ever-consultation-on-the-future-of-the-covenant-of-mayors/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2015 16:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/launch-of-the-largest-ever-consultation-on-the-future-of-the-covenant-of-mayors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ZONR’s Internet of Things App Set To Drive Smarter Housing for Social Landlords]]></title><description><![CDATA[An Internet of Things application from ZONR Group&#174; (www.zonrgroup.com) is set to transform social housing efficiency, boost tenant satisfaction and support sustainability targets. The first of its kind, the ZONR application combines the latest intelligent sensor technology, smart data transmission and decision engine analytics to centrally monitor and support heating systems across a social landlord's housing stock. Now headed up by social housing technology entrepreneur Robert Dent, ZONR h]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/zonrs-internet-of-things-app-set-to-drive-smarter-housing-for-social-landlords/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2015 12:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/zonrs-internet-of-things-app-set-to-drive-smarter-housing-for-social-landlords/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marine and offshore approvals for SKF UK condition monitoring services]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF (U.K.) Limited has won marine certification from two of the world&rsquo;s leading approvals bodies for its extensive range of condition monitoring services. The certification has been awarded by the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) and the DNV-GL ship and offshore classification society, and will enable SKF to strengthen still further its support to customers operating in both the marine and offshore sectors.Ian Peverill, Head of Service Delivery at SKF, says, &ldquo;This is a major milesto]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/marine-and-offshore-approvals-for-skf-uk-condition-monitoring-services/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2015 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/marine-and-offshore-approvals-for-skf-uk-condition-monitoring-services/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paris, exemplary city to host the COP21!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paris will host the UN SUmmit. The city wants underline political courage, innovation, imagination and the participation of all stakeholders to host COP21 in the best conditions and influence the Paris agreement positively. Welcome to Paris!<br />
&ldquo;COP21 is an opportunity to remind people that Paris is taking strong, ambitious action to fight climate change, notably via its Climate and Energy plan. Thermal retrofit-ting of housing, alternative mobility to cars, sustainable food supply, the (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/paris-exemplary-city-to-host-the-cop21/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2015 16:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/paris-exemplary-city-to-host-the-cop21/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Group continues to sustain the increasing development of broadband networks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over &#8364; 100M investment in optical fibre to improve efficiency and provide better value for customersNew expanded optical fibre production facility in Sorocaba (Brazil), one of the five worldwide excellence centresMilan, July 22, 2015 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecoms cable industry, continues to sustain development of broadband networks, and maintains its commitment to innovation and competing in the optical fibre sector worldwide with the inauguration of a newly ex]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-continues-to-sustain-the-increasing-development-of-broadband-networks/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2015 11:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-continues-to-sustain-the-increasing-development-of-broadband-networks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pilot Inc. Enters Into Patent License Agreement With Moixa Energy Holdings]]></title><description><![CDATA[London, July 21st 2015, Moixa Energy Holdings, a pioneering energy services and technology company, announced today a global patent license with Pilot Inc. (USA) - a global leader in automotive and electronic accessories. The worldwide license relates to Moixa's smart USB rechargeable battery technology, which is becoming pervasive across a range of battery and portable devices. The global royalty-bearing agreement is for the life of the patents, and provides exclusive rights to manufacture and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/pilot-inc-enters-into-patent-license-agreement-with-moixa-energy-holdings/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2015 18:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/pilot-inc-enters-into-patent-license-agreement-with-moixa-energy-holdings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian endorses the Europacable Industry Charter as a formal commitment to defend quality standards in the cable industry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Milan. Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry announces the endorsement of the Europacable Industry Charter, a document that expresses a collective commitment to our shared principles and objectives of ethical, sustainable and high-quality cable development and manufacturing. The Industry Charter is a formal expression of Europacable members' acknowledgement of the need to meet the demands of business stakeholders, while at the same time defending the inter]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-endorses-the-europacable-industry-charter-as-a-formal-commitment-to-defend-quality-standards-in-the-cable-industry/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2015 13:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-endorses-the-europacable-industry-charter-as-a-formal-commitment-to-defend-quality-standards-in-the-cable-industry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian, New Contract For A Submarine And Land Link To The UK Channel Islands]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Normandie 1 Cable Interconnection Will Provide Electricity To The Island Of Jersey From France MainlandMilan, 16 July 2015. Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has been awarded a new contract by Jersey Electricity plc (UK) for the "Normandie 1" project to provide electricity to Jersey in the Channel Islands from the French mainland. The project involves the turn-key supply and installation of a High Voltage Alternate Current (HVAC)...Source: RealWir]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-new-contract-for-a-submarine-and-land-link-to-the-uk-channel-islands/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2015 14:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-new-contract-for-a-submarine-and-land-link-to-the-uk-channel-islands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New SKF lube element extends operating life for LLT profile rail guides]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF has released a new lube element that further increases the operating life of its LLT profile rail guide series. The new LLTHZ S6 lube element enables longer relubrication intervals and reduced maintenance, and is ideal for use in a variety of applications, including factory automation, printing and packaging, and medical.The SKF LLT profile rail guide series combines high operating speeds with heavy load capacities, delivering improved running performance, enhanced self-aligning capability a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-skf-lube-element-extends-operating-life-for-llt-profile-rail-guides/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2015 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/new-skf-lube-element-extends-operating-life-for-llt-profile-rail-guides/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Included In The FTSE4Good Global Index]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Index Evaluates The Performances Of Companies Globally Recognised For Having The Highest CSR StandardsMilan, July 15, 2015. Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cables and systems industry, has been included in the FTSE Group's prestigious FTSE4Good Global Index, which is composed of the companies that stand out for their ethical, transparent management and implementation of proper sustainability policies in company processes. FTSE4Good benchmark and tradable indices have b]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-included-in-the-ftse4good-global-index/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2015 16:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-included-in-the-ftse4good-global-index/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF Half-year report 2015]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alrik Danielson, President and CEO:&rdquo;Demand in the quarter was largely in line with guidance, with reported sales in local currency declining with 1.5 percent, excluding structural change. We saw a good growth in railways except for China and in energy except for Europe. A weaker demand was seen in heavy industry and the distributor segment in North America as well as an underlying weaker demand in China. The automotive business in North America was also slow during the quarter.The operatin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-half-year-report-2015/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2015 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-half-year-report-2015/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian, New Contract Worth Around € 550 M For An HVDC Submarine Interconnector Between Norway And The UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[With A Total Route Length Of About 740 Km The NSN Link Will Be The Longest HVDC Subsea Cable Interconnection Ever InstalledPrysmian's Strong Reputation And Trust In The Group's Project Execution Capabilities Reconfirmed By This AwardMilan, 14 July 2015. Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has been awarded a new contract worth around 550 euro million, for an HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) submarine interconnector that will link Norway...Source: RealW]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-new-contract-worth-around-550-m-for-an-hvdc-submarine-interconnector-between-norway-and-the-uk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2015 10:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-new-contract-worth-around-550-m-for-an-hvdc-submarine-interconnector-between-norway-and-the-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aspect Welcomes Another CTRM Client In Asia At Global Trader MRI]]></title><description><![CDATA[Global metals, minerals and concentrates trader MRI Group has chosen leading commodities trading and risk cloud solution company Aspect, after evaluating systems from several globally recognized vendors. With the alternatives looking more costly and taking longer to implement, Aspect proved its promise of fast deployment with AspectCTRM working and managing trades within just one month. MRI Group - a subsidiary of S$15.2Bn revenue logistics and supply chain specialist CWT - switched to AspectCTR]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aspect-welcomes-another-ctrm-client-in-asia-at-global-trader-mri/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2015 12:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/aspect-welcomes-another-ctrm-client-in-asia-at-global-trader-mri/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unlocking investments in cities: Review of ELENA-EIB projects in Barcelona, Bristol, Malmö, Paris and Brussels-Capital Region]]></title><description><![CDATA[Energy Cities published a review of the projects undertaken in the cities of Paris, Malm&ouml; (in association with Lund and Helsingborg), Barcelona, Bristol and Brussels-Capital that received support under the ELENA-EIB facility.The aim of this study is to identify in which ways technical assistance programmes such as ELENA-EIB can help unlock investment in cities. The projects undertaken by Energy Cities' members that we have reviewed cover a wide array of sectors, from public building (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/unlocking-investments-in-cities-review-of-elena-eib-projects-in-barcelona-bristol-malm-paris-and-brussels-capital-region/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2015 14:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/unlocking-investments-in-cities-review-of-elena-eib-projects-in-barcelona-bristol-malm-paris-and-brussels-capital-region/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Germany championing “civic energy”]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 1,000 energy cooperatives created51% of renewable energy capacity is owend by citizens (40%) and farmers (11%)Since 2007, about 170 municipalities have bought back the grid from private companies<br />
Munich aims for 100% green electricity by 2025.The Stadtwerke M&uuml;nchen has allocated a budget of &euro;9 billion to this objectiveAmongst the ongoing projects: a hydroelectric plant that will power 4 000 homes /year Have a look on all actions of Energy Cities German members (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/germany-championing-civic-energy/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2015 11:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/germany-championing-civic-energy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF’s second quarter results to be published on 15 July 2015]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, Sweden, 6 July 2015: The SKF Group will publish its results for the second quarter on 15 July 2015 and welcomes investors, analysts and members of the media to take part in a conference call, which will be held in English, at 09:00 (CET), 08:00 (UK time). &nbsp;To join the conference call, please dial-in using the following details at least 10 minutes before the start of the call:<br />
SE: +46 8 5065 3936<br />
UK: +44 20 3427 1912<br />
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Please inform the operator that you wish to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skfs-second-quarter-results-to-be-published-on-15-july-2015/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2015 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skfs-second-quarter-results-to-be-published-on-15-july-2015/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian reconfirms its technology and innovation leadership in the cable industry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Major and active presence at Jicable 2015 in Paris, with more than 30 delegates and 19 conference papers on industry technical developments Innovation based on three main pillars: System Design, Process/Materials Technology and ServicesMilan, 3 July, 2015 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has played once more a major role at Jicable 2015, the leading international conference on insulated power cables.Prysmian, as undisputed technology leader, boasts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-reconfirms-its-technology-and-innovation-leadership-in-the-cable-industry/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2015 13:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-reconfirms-its-technology-and-innovation-leadership-in-the-cable-industry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Non-state players' message to COP21 negotiators: Empowering sub-national governments and divesting from fossil fuels]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gathered in Lyon on the occasion of the World Summit Climate &amp; Territories for two days (1-2 July), hundreds of non-state players debated climate mitigation issues and strongly stated their common will to take on the challenge of limiting global warming below 2&deg;C.They intend to meet that challenge by aligning their daily local and regional actions with the decarbonisation of the world economy scenario, taking into account the various national, regional and local circumstances and (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/non-state-players-message-to-cop21-negotiators-empowering-sub-national-governments-and-divesting-from-fossil-fuels/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2015 10:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/non-state-players-message-to-cop21-negotiators-empowering-sub-national-governments-and-divesting-from-fossil-fuels/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pump up the volume]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF&rsquo;s Lincoln P212 multi-line pump keeps the lube flowing in the most demanding environments &ndash; from mining to tunnelling.A new high performance pump from SKF promises to deliver larger volumes of lubricant under the toughest conditions.The Lincoln P212 multi-outlet pump is designed for use in multi-line lubrication systems or as a centralised pump in large progressive systems. It was developed with demanding environments in mind: machinery for tunnel boring and mining &ndash; includi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/pump-up-the-volume/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2015 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/pump-up-the-volume/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Growing old gracefully]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nothing lasts forever, but correct maintenance and other measures can help to extend the useful working life of a manufacturing facility.The passage of time catches up with everybody &ndash; and everything. In manufacturing, factories are built to last, but even steel and concrete wear out.The way in which plants age can vary, but it is typically seen through the same mechanisms: corrosion, stress cracking and erosion. Add fatigue, instrument drift and the effect of temperature fluctuation, and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/growing-old-gracefully/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2015 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/growing-old-gracefully/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Accurate ‘micro dosing’ improves lubrication of high speed spindles]]></title><description><![CDATA[An innovative &lsquo;micro dosing&rsquo; system helps to deliver accurate quantities of lubricant &ndash; in tiny amounts &ndash; to high-precision bearings for applications such as high-speed spindles.High-speed, precision spindles need highly accurate lubrication. Systems operating at speed factors above 2 million n&times;dm &ndash; that&rsquo;s more than 30,000 r/min on conventional tool spindles &ndash; require precisely matched quantities of lubricant in order to maintain optimal bearing op]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/accurate-micro-dosing-improves-lubrication-of-high-speed-spindles/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2015 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/accurate-micro-dosing-improves-lubrication-of-high-speed-spindles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF divests filtration businesses]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 30 June, 2015: SKF has completed thedivestment of two filtration businesses, Purafil and Kaydon CustomFiltration, to Filtration Group Corporation, an affiliate ofMadison Industries. Both Purafil and Kaydon Custom Filtrationjoined the SKF Group as part of the acquisition of KaydonCorporation in October 2013.The total consideration for the divestment is a fixedpayment of USD 90 million on a cash-free and debt-free basis. Thereis also an earn-out of up to USD 5 million, based on achieve]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-divests-filtration-businesses/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2015 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-divests-filtration-businesses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF extends Lincoln PowerLuber grease gun range with 1880 series]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF has further strengthened its range of grease guns with the introduction of the Lincoln PowerLuber 1880 series grease gun. This heavy-duty, top of the range model has been designed to enable maintenance professionals to complete the toughest jobs with power and consistency, whilst minimising operator fatigue.Featuring a redesigned, high-torque powerhead, the 1880 series grease gun delivers grease at up to 10,000 psi (690 bar) in both high- and low-output settings for use in all lubrication ap]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-extends-lincoln-powerluber-grease-gun-range-with-1880-series/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2015 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-extends-lincoln-powerluber-grease-gun-range-with-1880-series/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Urban freight distribution: SMILE information guide gathers energy-efficient best practices]]></title><description><![CDATA[Urban freight transport plays a key role towards the economic vitality of the cities. Goods transport and delivery are fundamental elements of economic activity that is increasingly dependent on the regional business network producing increased pollutant emissions and greenhouse gas effects.The high frequency and delivery time requirements, the weight of freights and the large number of shipments characterizing these deliveries indicate a significant potential for increased energy (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/urban-freight-distribution-smile-information-guide-gathers-energy-efficient-best-practices/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2015 17:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/urban-freight-distribution-smile-information-guide-gathers-energy-efficient-best-practices/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF receives PSA Best Plant 2015 awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gothenburg, 24 June, 2015: SKF has received two &lsquo;Best Plant&rsquo; awards for outstanding performance in quality and logistics in manufacturing excellence for its factories in St Cyr, France and Tudela, Spain. The awards were giving during the PSA Group Best Supplier Awards ceremony June 16th in Poissy, France.Aldo Cedrone, Director Bearing Manufacturing, Automotive Market, SKF says, &ldquo;We are very happy to receive this recognition for our dedicated work achieving excellence in our man]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-receives-psa-best-plant-2015-awards/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2015 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-receives-psa-best-plant-2015-awards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hermes Datacomms is First to Provide O3b Capacity to Meet Growing Demand of the Oil & Gas Sector in West Africa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Africa, 24th June 2015 - Hermes Datacomms, a SpeedCast Group Company, today announced that it has partnered with O3b Networks, a global satellite operator offering next generation satellite networks, to deliver communications to a global oil company, with major operations in the world's most important oil and gas regions. Under the contract, Hermes will deliver critical communications for the company's operations in West Africa and a connection back to their regional headquarters in Europe.The u]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hermes-datacomms-is-first-to-provide-o3b-capacity-to-meet-growing-demand-of-the-oil-gas-sector-in-west-africa/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2015 11:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hermes-datacomms-is-first-to-provide-o3b-capacity-to-meet-growing-demand-of-the-oil-gas-sector-in-west-africa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hermes Datacomms is First to Provide O3b Capacity to Meet Growing Demand of the Oil &amp; Gas Sector in West Africa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Africa, 24th June 2015 - Hermes Datacomms, a SpeedCast Group Company, today announced that it has partnered with O3b Networks, a global satellite operator offering next generation satellite networks, to deliver communications to a global oil company, with major operations in the world's most important oil and gas regions. Under the contract, Hermes will deliver critical communications for the company's operations in West Africa and a connection back to their regional headquarters in Europe.The u]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hermes-datacomms-is-first-to-provide-o3b-capacity-to-meet-growing-demand-of-the-oil-amp-gas-sector-in-west-africa/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2015 11:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hermes-datacomms-is-first-to-provide-o3b-capacity-to-meet-growing-demand-of-the-oil-amp-gas-sector-in-west-africa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prysmian Group To Showcase At Global Offshore Wind 2015 In London]]></title><description><![CDATA[State-Of-The-Art Solutions For Turn-Key Offshore Wind Grid Connections On DisplayReady To Support Ongoing And Upcoming Offshore Wind Projects With Investments, Long Term Commitment And Enhanced Turn-Key CapabilitiesMilan, 23 June, 2015 - Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, will be present at 2015 RenewableUK Global Offshore Wind Conference and Exhibition in London, from June 24 to 25 (booth 58) with its state-of-the-art range of products and services fo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-to-showcase-at-global-offshore-wind-2015-in-london/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2015 10:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/prysmian-group-to-showcase-at-global-offshore-wind-2015-in-london/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Financing sustainable energy: Finding your way]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cities often find it challenging to find their way through the complex maze of EU funding streams, programmes and mechanisms. Two new tools should help.The European Commission and the European Investment Bank have jointly developed the Fi-compass platform, which provides advisory services on financial instruments under the European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) and microfinance under the Programme for Employment and Social Innovation (EaSI).Fi-compass is designed to support (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/financing-sustainable-energy-finding-your-way/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2015 09:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/financing-sustainable-energy-finding-your-way/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Successful Commissioning Of HelWin2 HVDC Grid Connection]]></title><description><![CDATA["We Are Proud To Deliver On Time Such A Highly Strategic Project For The German Power Grid" Says Massimo Battaini, SVP Energy Projects At Prysmian GroupContract Was Awarded To Prysmian Group By The Dutch-German Grid Operator TenneTIt Is The Fourth Project To Be Handed Over In 6 MonthsMilan, 22 June 2015. Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, announces the successful commissioning of the High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) offshore...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/successful-commissioning-of-helwin2-hvdc-grid-connection/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2015 16:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/successful-commissioning-of-helwin2-hvdc-grid-connection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy Cities' 25th anniversary : City of Brussels rewarded for its energetic... team!]]></title><description><![CDATA[The city of Brussels was officially handed out the 1st prize of 'My city, my team, my energy' photo contest yesterday (Thursday 18 June 2015) on the occasion of an after-work cocktail celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Energy Cities network.Energy Cities' anniversary cocktail on 18 June 2015 in Brussels.A jury composed of experts in energy &amp; climate issues and communication selected the picture submitted by the city of Brussels. The photo displays the 'Energy' technicians of the (...)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-cities-25th-anniversary-city-of-brussels-rewarded-for-its-energetic-team/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2015 10:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-cities-25th-anniversary-city-of-brussels-rewarded-for-its-energetic-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy transition, a true vitamin cocktail for the local economy!]]></title><description><![CDATA[In its study &ldquo;Economic impact of the energy transition at local level&rdquo;, Energy Cities identified mechanisms through which energy transition measures stimulate the local economy.jpg/capture-2-4.jpgLocal authorities will find different approaches to assess and describe the economic and social benefits of their energy and climate policies.The study is based on six case studies: five European local authorities (Brussels Capital, Copenhagen, Hanover, Kirklees and Paris Ile-de-France) and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-transition-a-true-vitamin-cocktail-for-the-local-economy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2015 09:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/energy-transition-a-true-vitamin-cocktail-for-the-local-economy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF to showcase upstream and downstream solutions at METEC 2015]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKF will present a range of innovative products and services, customised to meet the needs of the Metallurgy Industry at METECGothenburg, Sweden, 17 June 2015: At METEC 2015, SKF will be demonstrating a range of innovations that improve reliability and efficiency for upstream and downstream applications.Backed by extensive metal-making application experience and real-world successes, these SKF solutions can help mills cut costs per tonne, improve product quality, reduce environmental impact and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-showcase-upstream-and-downstream-solutions-at-metec-2015/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2015 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-showcase-upstream-and-downstream-solutions-at-metec-2015/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF to launch upgraded Explorer four-row tapered roller bearings at METEC 2015]]></title><description><![CDATA[New SKF Explorer four-row tapered roller bearing design for work rolls in rolling mills makes open and sealed bearing variants completely interchangeable for greater design freedom and improved performanceGothenburg, Sweden, 17 June 2015: At METEC 2015, SKF will launch its new SKF Explorer four- row tapered roller bearing design.Featuring open and sealed variants that are identical, both dimensionally and in terms of load-carrying capacity, upgraded SKF Explorer four-row tapered roller bearings]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-launch-upgraded-explorer-four-row-tapered-roller-bearings-at-metec-2015/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2015 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-to-launch-upgraded-explorer-four-row-tapered-roller-bearings-at-metec-2015/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hyde selects 1st Touch Mobile to deliver mobile working solutions]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Hyde Group, one of London's leading social housing providers, has chosen the enterprise mobile workforce software solution from 1st Touch (www.1sttouch.com) to help deliver mobile working solutions to staff. This forms part of a wider investment by Hyde in IT as part of its commitment to drive up customer satisfaction and continue to improve business efficiency.The new technology will be used initially by the Group's Incomes Officers and then rolled out to other staff...Source: RealWire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hyde-selects-1st-touch-mobile-to-deliver-mobile-working-solutions/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2015 12:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/hyde-selects-1st-touch-mobile-to-deliver-mobile-working-solutions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Decentralisation, devolution... Revolution!]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the course of the past few decades, new players have entered the energy management arena, in what could be characterised as a new era of “community power”. Everywhere across Europe and beyond, local authorities have been playing a key role, not only as protagonists but also as facilitators of a new energy model.<br />
lthough this trend is spreading in various countries, the most emblema-tic examples can be found in Germany, where numerous local authorities and their citizens have reclaimed (.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/decentralisation-devolution-revolution/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2015 10:21:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/decentralisation-devolution-revolution/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SKF appoints new global Director of SKF Vehicle Service Market]]></title><description><![CDATA[GOTHENBURG, Sweden, 2 June, 2015 &ndash; SKF announced that Hans Sj&ouml;str&ouml;m has been appointed new global Director of the SKF Vehicle Service Market Business Unit. Sj&ouml;str&ouml;m is replacing Christer Cedervall who takes up the role of Director, SKF Industrial Market Demand Chain &amp; Logistics Services.Sj&ouml;str&ouml;m has been with SKF for 18 years, holding positions such as Director SKF Automotive Market Business Development &amp; Marketing and Director Business Consulting and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-appoints-new-global-director-of-skf-vehicle-service-market/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2015 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/skf-appoints-new-global-director-of-skf-vehicle-service-market/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Resilient cities #3: Developing new financing approaches]]></title><description><![CDATA[The budget cuts recently experienced by European cities have led local players to get creative also in terms of funding solutions. Local authorities themselves are proving innovative.<br />
Joint procurement between cities is on a roll. End of March, on the occasion of a pre-COP21 meeting in Paris, about thirty mayors from European capitals and big cities adopted a declaration aiming at engaging in joint public procurement (notably for clean vehicles and dump trucks). Two other cities in France, (...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/resilient-cities-3-developing-new-financing-approaches/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2015 10:25:01 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/traditional-energy/resilient-cities-3-developing-new-financing-approaches/</guid></item></channel></rss>