September 6 NEC Energy News
¶ “Consultancy Unveils Maintenance Jack-Up” • Knud E Hansen designed an offshore turbine maintenance platform. The vessel is designed for all kinds of maintenance work on machines up to 20 MW, including replacement of nacelles weighing as much as 1000 tonnes at a hub height of 175 metres and managing blades up to 130 metres long. [reNews]
¶ “IAEA Warns About The Safety Of Nuclear Power Plants In Conflict Zones” • The safety of Ukraine’s nuclear power plants, at Zaporizhzhia and Kursk, is a major concern as fighting intensifies in these regions. The conflict in Ukraine is putting the security of nuclear facilities under severe strain, heightening the risk of serious incidents. [energynews.pro]
¶ “Poland Targets 56% Renewables In Its Energy Mix By 2030” • Poland is aiming for 56% renewable energy in its electricity by 2030, with an investment of 792 billion zlotys ($205.76 billion), according to the draft national plan submitted to the EU. Before going to the European Commission, the plan must be approved by the government cabinet. [energynews.pro]
¶ “The Planet Endures Its Hottest Summer On Record, For The Second Straight Year” • Summer broke global heat records for the second straight year, putting 2024 firmly on track to be the hottest year in since records began in 1940, according to data from Copernicus, Europe’s climate change service. This summer passed the previous record by 0.03°C. [CNN]
¶ “Phoenix Set To Break Record For 110-Degree Days” • Phoenix has surpassed 110°F 55 times this summer, tying the record set just last year. Phoenix is expected to break that all-time record again as temperatures are forecast to reach near 114°F. Over the last 30 years, Phoenix has seen an average of just 21 days a year over 110°F. [ABC News]
¶ “US Adds 11 GW Of Renewables In Q2” • In a record-breaking second quarter, US developers added 11 GW of clean power capacity, marking a 91% increase on Q2 2023. The American Clean Power Association released its “Clean Power Quarterly Market Report, Q2 2024,” revealing “extraordinary growth and milestones” across the US. [reNews]
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