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We're really excited to be launching this JIP today. Do reach out if you'd like to know more about it, and would consider joining. The principles that the JIP are based on are: -> to stand on the shoulders of others, building on the broad body of work already done; -> to disseminate this work by others providing a play book of options for developers and designers; -> to look for gaps in the nature inclusive palette and consider how to fill those gaps; -> to find opportunities to demonstrate ideas/methods/technologies and get them ready for use as fast as possible. At every stage, we're looking to disseminate our findings, and move quickly to a world where offshore wind is good for nature. Thanks to Ian Gloyne-Phillips Justine Saunders Tessa Gordelier Erik Keupink Peter Stratford Will Beckinsale Thea Pisani Fraser PhD Billie Donovan Nathalie Stevenson Jane Harris George Gibberd Hannah Mitchell Kevin MacCabe for your help in getting us to the starting line. #NatureInclusive #RenewableEnergy #Offshorewind #NatureRecovery

True sustainability requires a balance between climate, nature, business, people and communities, among others. Today, so much 'sustainability' focus is directed towards climate - and rightly so - but climate actions cannot be to the detriment of the natural world. Danny Bonnett captures it perfectly: "It's no longer enough to merely minimise harm; we must move towards creating measurable, positive impacts on biodiversity and natural systems." This initiative from Wood Thilsted, COWI, NIRAS and other potential JIP partners arrives at a pivotal moment for offshore wind. It could be a #gamechanger! #OneToWatch #Sustainability #NatureInclusive #EnergyTransition #OffshoreWind #JointIndustryProject

🌊 Collaborating to drive nature-inclusive design in offshore wind 🌿   We’re proud to join a transformative Joint Industry Project (JIP) that redefines nature inclusivity in offshore wind farm design. In collaboration with Wood Thilsted and alongside other partners for this initiative we aim to embed nature-positive principles at every stage of its lifespan🌱   “There is rapid development in biodiversity net gain for marine environments, as the need for nature recovery becomes more widely recognised,” said Ian Gloyne-Phillips, Head of Marine Environment, NIRAS UK.   “Once we establish a conceptual framework of nature-inclusive design, I hope we see tangible solutions that enable offshore wind projects to have positive real world impact for nature.”   This project represents a vital shift from mitigation to net gain, supporting biodiversity alongside clean energy and a future where wind farms foster resilient ecosystems🌎   “If we can ultimately help to deliver net gain then it will be good news for nature, the renewable energy transition and of course our clients,” said Justine Saunders, Technical Director, Biodiversity, NIRAS UK.   To find out more about the JIP initiative and our work around renewable energy transition, read here: https://lnkd.in/dQW95MNv    #GREENsition #NaturePositive #OffshoreWind #RenewableEnergy

🌊 Collaborating to drive nature-inclusive design in offshore wind 🌿   We’re proud to join a transformative Joint Industry Project (JIP) that redefines nature inclusivity in offshore wind farm design. In collaboration with Wood Thilsted and alongside other partners for this initiative we aim to embed nature-positive principles at every stage of its lifespan. 🌱   “There is rapid development in biodiversity net gain for marine environments, as the need for nature recovery becomes more widely recognised,” said Ian Gloyne-Phillips, Head of Marine Environment, NIRAS UK.   “Once we establish a conceptual framework of nature-inclusive design, I hope we see tangible solutions that enable offshore wind projects to have positive real world impact for nature.”   This project represents a vital shift from mitigation to net gain, supporting biodiversity alongside clean energy and a future where wind farms foster resilient ecosystems 🌎   “If we can ultimately help to deliver net gain then it will be good news for nature, the renewable energy transition and of course our clients,” said Justine Saunders, Technical Director, Biodiversity, NIRAS UK.   To find out more about the JIP initiative and our work around renewable energy transition, read here: https://lnkd.in/dQW95MNv    #GREENsition #NaturePositive #OffshoreWind #RenewableEnergy

'Fish Hotels' and Artificial Reefs: Pioneering Concepts for Biodiversity-Friendly Offshore Wind Farms As the global push for clean energy accelerates, the future of offshore wind farms is being shaped by innovative ideas aimed at protecting marine life. Proposals like 'fish hotels' and artificial coral reefs are emerging as key strategies to enhance the biodiversity of these underwater energy sites. Developers are now being encouraged to incorporate these nature-inclusive designs to ensure that wind farms contribute positively to the marine ecosystem, rather than disrupt it. With environmental impact assessments and tender processes increasingly prioritising sustainability, these initiatives could be crucial in getting projects off the ground. A new report from the Scottish Offshore Wind Energy Council (SOWEC), part of the Collaboration for Environmental Mitigation & Nature Inclusive Design (CEMNID) project, offers practical guidance on how developers can go above and beyond in protecting aquatic life while advancing renewable energy. "Offshore wind will be the backbone of our clean energy future, but we also have to ensure it works for nature too," says Duncan Smart of ScottishPower Renewables. These pioneering concepts are setting a new standard for the sustainable development of offshore wind farms, ensuring that the pursuit of green energy goes hand in hand with the protection of our oceans. As the clean energy transition accelerates sustainable development is vital, not only for the environment but for commercial and societal acceptance. What else can be implemented to ensure sustainable development? SOWEC ScottishPower Renewables #OffshoreWind #CleanEnergy #MarineConservation #Biodiversity #SustainableDevelopment #RenewableEnergy #OceanHealth #WindFarms #NatureInclusiveDesign

The CEC Clean Energy Summit took place in Sydney and DP Energy Group’s Hugh Cantwell, Head of Development for Australia, Lachlan Giles, Environment and Development Manager, and Gabrielle P., Development Manager for the Callide Wind Farm in Queensland, all attended.   As an industry, we have made world-leading progress in the energy transition in Australia, but there is still a long journey ahead. We need to maintain our momentum, and there is a growing acknowledgment of the need for long-term policy consistency across government cycles.   It is encouraging to see the current Australian government seeking to support and accelerate this energy transition through suitable policy settings like the Capital Investment Scheme. Mitigation of environmental impact is improving, with useful examples of progress in biodiversity impact management and even projects achieving a net biodiversity benefit. These are principles we are applying to our own projects at DP Energy Group.    #CleanEnergySummit #Australia #DPEnergyGroup #RenewableEnergy 

At Inter Marine, we are constantly striving for sustainability. In 2021, we took a significant step in this direction by installing photovoltaic panels on our office building. We are delighted that this year our efforts have been recognised with the award of an OZE certificate, which acknowledges the use of energy from renewable sources.   At Inter Marine, we understand that caring for the environment requires an ongoing commitment. We are not resting on our laurels and are working intensively in the offshore industry - we are looking forward to the start of energy production from offshore wind farms. This is a key part of our strategy to create a more sustainable future. We are convinced that each of us can contribute to changing the world for the better. At Inter Marine, we consciously choose actions that positively impact not only our business, but also the welfare of future generations. #intermarinegroup #intermarine #sustainability #ozecertificate #renewableenergy #environment #windfarms #sustainablefuture

📣 Have your say! The Y Bryn Wind Farm representation period is coming to close on 24th May 2024.   Y Bryn Wind Farm has been submitted to and Accepted by Planning and Environment Decision Wales (PEDW), and following the closure of the representation period, the examination will commence.   Click the link to find out more and have your say!   Key points: 🏘 Y Bryn will generate around 317,883 megawatt-hours of renewable electricity generated per year, equivalent to the annual needs of 85,700 average UK homes or approximately 68% of households in Neath Port Talbot and Bridgend council areas combined. 🏭 Y Bryn will offset over 137,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuel generation each year.* 🍃 Y Bryn will deliver a Biodiversity Net Benefit through the agreed Habitat Management Plan. 🌲 Y Bryn will deliver significant improvements to access for a range of forest users through an Access Management and Enhancement Plan. 👨👩👧👦 Up to 20% of the project will be available for local ownership (10% local individuals and community groups, and 10% for public sector bodies to invest in). 💷 Y Bryn will deliver £8,000/MW (per Mega Watt) to the community benefit fund, which could be in the region of £1million per year for the lifetime of the project.   https://lnkd.in/dYu7wVx3

Tomorrow is World Environment Day and I’m proud to wear the #Team66 jersey, signifying that I am part of the 66% of the world’s population who believe that taking climate action now will cost less than inaction. My team and I at Veolia North America take action every day to help cities and industries #GreenUp and reduce their carbon footprints through improved operational efficiency, renewable energy production, and green energy sourcing. Learn more about this and other surprising insights in the newly released 2024 Barometer of Ecological Transformation survey: https://lnkd.in/egi3Bn26

♻️ 𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙤𝙣 𝙤𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙪𝙛𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙧𝙚𝙥𝙪𝙧𝙥𝙤𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙘𝙖𝙥𝙖𝙘𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙬𝙞𝙣𝙙 𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙮 𝙞𝙣 𝙎𝙘𝙤𝙩𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙙 ♻️ Our Chief Executive, James Barry, recently lead an insightful breakout session on Innovating Remanufacturing and Repurposing at this year’s Resourcing Scotland conference. Together with John Ferguson, Head of Strategy at Binn Eco Park, they discussed:   🍃 Using Renewable Parts experience within the wind industry to identify opportunities to expand remanufacturing and repurposing capacity within Scotland 🗑️ Exploring suitable products from the Scottish post-use waste stream, particularly those at wind turbine sites where used material is often transferred for scrap ⚙️ Developing remanufacturing and repurposing as a significant part of the wind turbine sector, creating the skills and jobs for the Scottish economy We're excited to see the positive impact these strategies will have on Scotland's sustainable future. #ResourcingScotland #Remanufacturing #Repurposing #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #Innovation #Scotland