Today’s renewable energy news includes announcements on Fugro, RWE, Nova Scotia, Massachusetts, and others.
Fugro Advances Surveys for Western Isles HVDC Link
Fugro has made progress on survey work for the Western Isles HVDC link, a critical transmission project designed to connect the Outer Hebrides to the UK mainland grid. The surveys include geophysical and geotechnical investigations, providing essential seabed and ground data to support cable routing, engineering design, and construction planning. The HVDC link is a key enabler for unlocking large-scale onshore and offshore wind capacity in the Western Isles, improving grid access and export capability. Accurate survey data helps reduce technical risk, control costs, and accelerate project delivery. For developers and consumers, the project supports greater renewable integration, improved energy security, and lower carbon emissions. Fugro’s role highlights the importance of specialist survey expertise in delivering complex energy infrastructure and advancing the UK’s net-zero ambitions.
RWE Signs Five-Year UK Renewable PPA With Lidl
RWE has signed a five-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with Lidl UK, supplying renewable electricity to support the retailer’s operations and sustainability goals. Under the agreement, Lidl will source clean power from RWE’s UK renewable energy portfolio, helping cut carbon emissions and improve long-term energy cost certainty. The deal reflects growing corporate demand for short- and medium-term PPAs in the UK, as businesses seek to decarbonize while managing exposure to power price volatility. For customers and communities, the agreement supports lower-carbon retail operations and a more sustainable supply chain. The PPA also underpins continued investment in UK renewable generation, reinforcing RWE’s role in expanding clean energy capacity and supporting the country’s net-zero and energy security objectives.
Nova Scotia and Massachusetts Sign Offshore Wind Cooperation MoU
Nova Scotia and the US state of Massachusetts have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to cooperate on offshore wind development, strengthening cross-border collaboration in clean energy. The agreement focuses on supply chain development, port infrastructure, workforce training, and knowledge sharing to accelerate offshore wind deployment on both sides of the border. The MoU highlights growing regional partnerships aimed at scaling offshore wind while reducing costs and delivery risks. For developers and investors, coordinated planning can improve project timelines, logistics efficiency, and market certainty. Communities are expected to benefit from job creation, port upgrades, and economic growth, while power systems gain access to new clean electricity. The partnership supports broader decarbonization and energy security goals in Atlantic Canada and the northeastern United States.
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