European Commission gives go-ahead to Orbital for EURO-TIDES array
The European Commission has given the Go Decision for EURO-TIDES, clearing the landmark project to move into construction. The tidal energy array project, being led by Orbital Marine Power, developer and operator of the world’s most powerful tidal turbine, will be deployed at EMEC’s Fall of Warness tidal energy site in Orkney, Scotland. The Go Read More »
£3 million investment to advance EMEC DeepWind test and demonstration site
UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) have awarded EMEC £3 million to advance the development of DeepWind and unlock the next generation of offshore wind technologies. Awarded by the UK Government through UKRI’s Infrastructure Fund, the funding will enable EMEC to advance the development of DeepWind, a national floating and deepwater wind test site. The UK’s Read More »
Orkney Energy Trail launched to showcase island innovation
A new interactive online energy trail has been launched by the Islands Centre for Net Zero (ICNZ), led by EMEC. The Orkney Energy Trail brings together the locations, innovations and stories that have made the archipelago internationally recognised as a pioneer in energy innovation. Designed for locals and visitors, the trail provides an online portal Read More »
EMEC’s Lara Santos shortlisted for Scottish Renewables Young Professionals Green Energy Award
Research exploring how fairness can be designed into the energy transition has earned EMEC associate Dr Lara Santos Ayllon a place in the shortlist for the Academic Award of the Scottish Renewables Young Professionals Green Energy Awards 2026. The annual awards recognise emerging leaders who are making a significant contribution to Scotland’s renewable energy industry Read More »
Tidal stream has crucial role in Scotland’s energy future, says industry body
The new Scottish Government must set out its commitment to Scotland’s world-leading tidal stream sector, says industry body. To help build investor confidence in the sector and remove barriers which are slowing the commercial roll-out of tidal stream projects, Scottish Renewables is calling on ministers to commit to publishing a dedicated policy statement for tidal Read More »
