{"id":12483,"date":"2023-01-10T12:59:17","date_gmt":"2023-01-10T12:59:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/TheNextWeb=1393262"},"modified":"2023-01-10T12:59:17","modified_gmt":"2023-01-10T12:59:17","slug":"wind-solar-and-hydrogen-how-energy-will-get-more-sustainable-in-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.londonchiropracter.com\/?p=12483","title":{"rendered":"Wind, solar, and hydrogen: How energy will get more sustainable in 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Both <a href=\"https:\/\/climate.ec.europa.eu\/eu-action\/european-green-deal\/2030-climate-target-plan_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">the EU\u2019s ambitious 2030 climate target<\/a> and the current energy crisis have highlighted the need to&nbsp;accelerate the transition to <a href=\"https:\/\/thenextweb.com\/topic\/renewable-energy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">renewable energy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>And while wind, solar, and green hydrogen are already on the rise, there are still important steps to be taken the coming year to increase their sustainability \u2014 and improve what they\u2019re capable of.<\/p>\n<p>To find out how this will work, TNW spoke with three experts.<\/p>\n<h2>Wind power<\/h2>\n<div class=\"inarticle-wrapper channel-cta\">\n<div class=\"ica-text\" readability=\"0\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thenextweb.com\/valencia?utm_source=TNW+Website&amp;utm_medium=TNW+website+in+article&amp;utm_campaign=In+Context+Article+Ads&amp;utm_content=VLC+main+page\" data-event-category=\"Article\" data-event-action=\"In Article Block\" data-event-label=\"Get your tickets for TNW Valencia in March!\" target=\"_blank\" readability=\"2\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><\/p>\n<h4>Get your tickets for TNW Valencia in March!<\/h4>\n<p>The heart of tech is coming to the heart of the Mediterranean<\/p>\n<p><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Floating offshore wind is a \u201cgame changer\u201d for the renewable energy industry and a \u201ckey technology\u201d against climate change, Felipe Cornago \u2014 Commercial Director Offshore Wind, at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baywa-re.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">BayWa r.e.<\/a> \u2014 told us.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s because it has the potential not only to take advantage of areas with higher wind intensity, but also to open up markets previously incompatible with bottom-fixed technologies.<\/p>\n<p>Compared to fixed installations, floating offshore wind farms also come with reduced environmental impact in maritime ecosystems, as well lower construction costs.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"post-image post-mediaBleed aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-1393266 js-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/Screen-Shot-2022-12-21-at-10.13.59.png\" alt=\"Floating wind offshore farm Norway \" width=\"758\" height=\"376\" sizes=\"(max-width: 758px) 100vw, 758px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/Screen-Shot-2022-12-21-at-10.13.59.png 936w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/Screen-Shot-2022-12-21-at-10.13.59-280x139.png 280w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/Screen-Shot-2022-12-21-at-10.13.59-270x135.png 270w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/Screen-Shot-2022-12-21-at-10.13.59-540x268.png 540w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/Screen-Shot-2022-12-21-at-10.13.59-796x395.png 796w\"><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/thenextweb.com\/news\/energy-more-sustainable-in-2023#\" data-url=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?url=https%3A%2F%2Feditorial.thenextweb.com%2Ftech%2F2023%2F01%2F10%2Fenergy-more-sustainable-in-2023%2F&amp;via=thenextweb&amp;related=thenextweb&amp;text=Check out this picture on: Illustration of the Hywind Tampen, Norway\u2019s floating offshore wind far. Credit: Equinor\" data-title=\"Share Illustration of the Hywind Tampen, Norway\u2019s floating offshore wind far. Credit: Equinor on Twitter\" data-width=\"685\" data-height=\"500\" class=\"post-image-share popitup\" title=\"Share Illustration of the Hywind Tampen, Norway\u2019s floating offshore wind far. Credit: Equinor on Twitter\"><i class=\"icon icon--inline icon--twitter--dark\"><\/i><\/a>Illustration of the Hywind Tampen, Norway\u2019s floating offshore wind far. Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.equinor.com\/energy\/hywind-tampen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Equinor<\/a><\/figcaption><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-1393266\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/Screen-Shot-2022-12-21-at-10.13.59.png\" alt=\"Floating wind offshore farm Norway \" width=\"758\" height=\"376\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/Screen-Shot-2022-12-21-at-10.13.59.png 936w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/Screen-Shot-2022-12-21-at-10.13.59-280x139.png 280w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/Screen-Shot-2022-12-21-at-10.13.59-270x135.png 270w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/Screen-Shot-2022-12-21-at-10.13.59-540x268.png 540w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/Screen-Shot-2022-12-21-at-10.13.59-796x395.png 796w\"><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<p>But despite accelerated development in recent years, as Cornago noted, there are still numerous challenges to be addressed.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis is why industry and government efforts in 2023 should focus on a number of areas, including the establishment of clear regulatory frameworks as well as improving grid connection and grid planning,\u201d he explained.<\/p>\n<p>As per Cornago, focus should also be placed on the standardization of technological and commercial solutions. Currently, there\u2019s a gamut of different designs and manufacturing methods, all of which drives costs up.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, he believes that the lack of expertise in developing floating offshore wind platforms will start being mitigated in the coming year. This will be done \u201cby tapping into pre-existing infrastructure and knowledge from the development of bottom-fixed offshore wind,\u201d as well as \u201cadapting existing supply chains.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2>Solar<\/h2>\n<p>According to Frank Jessel \u2014 Global Director of Solar Trade at BayWa r.e. \u2014 2022 has seen a rapid expansion in the adoption of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems and their accompanying energy storage solutions.<\/p>\n<p><figure class=\"post-image post-mediaBleed aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1393269 js-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/solar-panel-g338803738_1280.png\" alt=\"solar panels \" width=\"758\" height=\"426\" sizes=\"(max-width: 758px) 100vw, 758px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/solar-panel-g338803738_1280.png 1280w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/solar-panel-g338803738_1280-280x158.png 280w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/solar-panel-g338803738_1280-240x135.png 240w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/solar-panel-g338803738_1280-480x270.png 480w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/solar-panel-g338803738_1280-796x448.png 796w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/solar-panel-g338803738_1280-1200x675.png 1200w\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1393269\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/solar-panel-g338803738_1280.png\" alt=\"solar panels \" width=\"758\" height=\"426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/solar-panel-g338803738_1280.png 1280w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/solar-panel-g338803738_1280-280x158.png 280w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/solar-panel-g338803738_1280-240x135.png 240w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/solar-panel-g338803738_1280-480x270.png 480w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/solar-panel-g338803738_1280-796x448.png 796w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/solar-panel-g338803738_1280-1200x675.png 1200w\"><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<p>Jessel expects this trend to continue in 2023 \u201cwith the endorsement of renewables within the residential and commercial PV market higher than ever, and the price of PV systems in particular falling mid-term due to technological improvements, decreasing freight prices, and economies of scale.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>However, there are still challenges that hinder accelerated growth and require solutions, he added. These are disruptions in supply chains and a shortage of skilled workers regarding the installation of PV systems.<\/p>\n<h2>Green hydrogen<\/h2>\n<p>Green hydrogen, powered by renewable sources such as wind and solar, is a clean and promising alternative to fossil fuels.<\/p>\n<p>But for the industry to achieve efficient production, it\u2019s necessary to recognize the vital role of digitalization, David Hall, VP Power Systems at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.se.com\/uk\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Schneider Electric<\/a> UK &amp; Ireland, told TNW.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe challenges in the scaled production of green hydrogen can be addressed largely by using new digital technologies available today,\u201d he explained.<\/p>\n<p>For starters, digital twin technology and 3D modeling allows the simulation of data throughout the entire lifecycle of a green hydrogen plant, reducing costs, risks, and time.<\/p>\n<p>Secondly, Hall highlighted the importance of an \u201coverarching\u201d Energy Management System that will indicate the optimal times to use electricity from the grid and forecast power generation, to ensure hydrogen\u2019s required volume production on a low-cost basis.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, he noted the need for a Unified Operating Center. This translates to the use of a Pi system \u2014 a software that collects and analyzes operational data \u2014 that can bring together all the different assets to allow for better decision making, optimal performance, and reduced downtime.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"post-image post-mediaBleed aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-1393272 js-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/hidrogeno_verde_uk_726x484.png\" alt=\"green hydrogen Iberdrola\" width=\"789\" height=\"526\" sizes=\"(max-width: 789px) 100vw, 789px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/hidrogeno_verde_uk_726x484.png 726w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/hidrogeno_verde_uk_726x484-280x187.png 280w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/hidrogeno_verde_uk_726x484-203x135.png 203w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/hidrogeno_verde_uk_726x484-405x270.png 405w\"><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/thenextweb.com\/news\/energy-more-sustainable-in-2023#\" data-url=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?url=https%3A%2F%2Feditorial.thenextweb.com%2Ftech%2F2023%2F01%2F10%2Fenergy-more-sustainable-in-2023%2F&amp;via=thenextweb&amp;related=thenextweb&amp;text=Check out this picture on: Iberdrola will invest \u20ac17 million in a green hydrogen facility to supply energy to vehicles and machinery at the port of Felixtowe in the UK. Credit: Iberdrola\" data-title=\"Share Iberdrola will invest \u20ac17 million in a green hydrogen facility to supply energy to vehicles and machinery at the port of Felixtowe in the UK. Credit: Iberdrola on Twitter\" data-width=\"685\" data-height=\"500\" class=\"post-image-share popitup\" title=\"Share Iberdrola will invest \u20ac17 million in a green hydrogen facility to supply energy to vehicles and machinery at the port of Felixtowe in the UK. Credit: Iberdrola on Twitter\"><i class=\"icon icon--inline icon--twitter--dark\"><\/i><\/a>Iberdrola will invest \u20ac17 million in a green hydrogen facility to supply energy to vehicles and machinery at the port of Felixtowe in the UK. Credit: Iberdrola<\/figcaption><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-1393272\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/hidrogeno_verde_uk_726x484.png\" alt=\"green hydrogen Iberdrola\" width=\"789\" height=\"526\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/hidrogeno_verde_uk_726x484.png 726w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/hidrogeno_verde_uk_726x484-280x187.png 280w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/hidrogeno_verde_uk_726x484-203x135.png 203w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/12\/hidrogeno_verde_uk_726x484-405x270.png 405w\"><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<p>Facilitating the faster adoption of wind, solar, and green hydrogen requires our efforts beyond 2023, but starting to apply some of the above measures definitely marks a significant start.<\/p>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/thenextweb.com\/news\/energy-more-sustainable-in-2023\">Source<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Both the EU\u2019s ambitious 2030 climate target and the current energy crisis have highlighted the need to&nbsp;accelerate the transition to renewable energy. 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