New Electrochemical Technology Could De-acidify the Oceans
more efficiently than existing commercial membranes, while their manufacturing technique and optimal usage will dramatically decrease their production and operational costs.Developing cost-effective BMED systems will open a pathway to economically viable OAE.Cautious optimismRecently, several start-ups have been formed — such as Ebb Carbon, SeaO2 and Vesta — that target ocean carbon dioxide removal through OAE.We encourage open communication about the progress and challenges facing OAE with the public, research institutions, governments and the private sector to accelerate solutions
Subsea Europe Services Gets Multi-Million Dollar Funding Boost
platforms, the company said.Comprised of 50% private equity and business angels, the investment is complemented by a mirrored contribution from the Mittelständische Beteiligungsgesellschaft Mecklenburg-Vorpommern through the innovative innoGROWTH’ Program, which is renowned for supporting start-ups and medium-sized companies, particularly those focusing on ecological, digital, or social innovations.The funding will contribute to the growth of the company, with the focus put on attracting more skilled talent and expanding software and hardware development, according Subsea Europe Services.Key
Aquaterra Energy Inks 3-Year Contract with UK Oil And Gas Operator
has secured a three-year contract with a UK independent exploration and production company to provide analysis services across its global offshore operations.The contract will see Aquaterra Energy deliver a comprehensive range of offshore analysis services, including riser and conductor analysis for jack-ups and semi-submersibles, plus integrity management, decommissioning and late life analysis.Aquaterra Energy will support the operator with insights and recommendations to manage risks and optimize offshore designs for its full operational portfolio to help optimize its operational performance.The contract
Discover the Future of Ocean Tech: Oi24 Event Registration Now Live
– The show floor is expected to host 450+ exhibitors from 80+ countries, showcasing the latest in cutting edge technology to 7,500+ attendees. The international profile is underscored at Oi24, with 10+ International and Regional Pavilions, promoting more than 100+ SME’s, start-ups, accelerators and innovation clusters.Exclusive Launches – More than 100 companies are due to conduct product or service launch activity in 2024. The event’s first Official Launch Partner, Geo-matching, will help to deliver integrated worldwide promotion for the trailblazers introducing
Fincantieri, Leonardo Team for Subsea Solutions
of European initiatives. The companies also aim to preserve and develop their respective capabilities and expertise to offer potential customers state-of-the-art, high-performance and competitive systems. The enhancement of the Italian supply chain is also envisaged through the support of SMEs and start-ups which will be called upon to contribute to the development of innovative technologies for the specific environment and from a multi-domain perspective.The scope of cooperation also includes the protection of strategic submarine networks, cables, communications backbones and offshore infrastructures
MTR100: Underwater Cameras, Lights and Ocean Landers
viewport bonded to the front as often seen in the MATE ROV contest.A “bullet” or “lipstick” camera is a very small video camera roughly the size and shape of a tube of lip balm. A USB digital 50-500X magnifying bullet camera sells for around $20 that could be used for extreme close-ups of in-water or seafloor objects.POV/Action camerasAction cameras, such as the GoPro Hero, are small, rugged digital cameras designed for capturing first-person action shots. Newer models include image stabilization, autofocus, and high-speed processors. MicroSD card storage is common, with capacities
Can Floating Wind Farms Exist in Harmony with Marine Life, Other Industries? RWE Launches Competition to Find Out
looking into artificial reefs to enhance biodiversity - to name only a few examples. Now, we want to further promote new technology and new ideas for floating offshore wind, which especially supporting our strategy to build biodiversity net positive offshore wind farms in future.”RWE invites start-ups, scale-ups, research institutes as well as other individuals and organisations to propose solutions to promote co-existence with other sea-based activities to support local marine stakeholders - especially the fisheries. Furthermore, the company is looking for innovations, which minimise the environmental
Blue Venture In-Water Equipment Demo Day
gathering and surveying. Patrick Pasteris, founder, explained they are transitioning out of research and development and will be looking for partners to move forward into design for manufacturing and commercialization.The day was not just about getting wet, there were presentations by up and coming start-ups and several RWU students who had a chance to strut their stuff, in front of a group of investors who showed up purely to “shop” Blue Tech.Blue Venture Forum is known for bringing people, technology and funding together for networking and the Demo Day was no exception. At the end of the
Italian Cable Giant Ups Emission Reduction Targets for the Near Term
1 and Scope 2 GHG emission reduction target to 47% by 2030, versus a previous target of 46%, while for Scope 3 the new reduction goal was set to 28%, from 21% previously.Carbon offset credits for companies are generated from projects such as planting trees or switching to less polluting fuels.Green groups are sceptical of their use, fearing they paper over a lack of action to achieve actual emissions cuts, and question the environmental integrity of some projects.Chief Operating Officer Massimo Battaini, who is set to become Prysmian's CEO next year, said the group was also encouraging its suppliers
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