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The Evolving Landscape of Tower Heights and Market Dynamics in Renewable Energy Wind turbine towers are continuing a trend of growth to meet the needs of rising turbine capacity to further boost renewable energy production. Where hub heights need to be increased while maintaining cost efficiency, there is pressure for experts in the wind industry to push forward technical development for future tower concepts, utilising improved technology, new concepts on tubular steel towers, pre-stressed concrete and hybrid towers. Tackle these challenges and more at the 11th International Conference Wind Turbine Towers, taking place 26th- 28th February 2024 in Bremen, Germany. If you’re tasked with improving efficiency and achieving operational excellence in your operations, join over 60 of your industry peers and learn how to: Navigate this technological shifts with precision, empowering you to lead and adapt to industry shifts with agility. Acquire mastery in material selection, manufacturing techniques, and operational management. Equip yourself with the tools to actively contribute to environmental preservation while advancing your technical expertise. Navigate the financial challenges to optimize your operations. Manage the complexities of offshore wind tower projects. Overcome challenges related to fatigue, buckling, and frequency-induced issues. Plus, much more...

The Large Scale Solar Summit Europe returns for its 12th year in 2024. Always senior and packed with the industry's leading IPPs and developers, this will be the meeting place for decision-makers in the European solar industry. We will pick up on the trends driving the market, with content that offers deep dives into key countries attracting investment, recent auctions and innovations in both project design and equipment. We will also assess the landscape for new installations and project design, and examine co-location of storage and hybridisation of wind and green hydrogen. Sessions will also cover how European grids are keeping up with market growth and how companies are closing the skills gap. There will also be the chance to participate in country-specific roundtables, enabling networking and knowledge sharing.

Corporate leaders face mounting pressure from investors, customers and regulators to decarbonise operations, assets and infrastructure. However, progress is slow; according to the Infrastructure Transition Monitor research, commissioned by Siemens and conducted by FT Longitude, only 30% of companies globally (out of 1,400 surveyed) reported significant advances in decarbonisation or electrification of core processes, and just 37% cited improvements in the energy efficiency of their buildings and facilities. Given that buildings alone contribute nearly 40% of energy-related carbon emissions, there is a large gap to be filled on the road to net zero. Economic crises and budget constraints, as well as a lack of standardisation and alignment on priorities, are challenging efforts to bring about swift and meaningful change. Innovation and collaboration are required to accelerate electrification and to ensure that infrastructure across grids, buildings and transportation is efficient and resilient enough to meet sustainable goals. This reception and panel on Accelerating the Transition to Sustainable Infrastructure, hosted by the Financial Times, in partnership with Siemens, will bring together leaders who are working to bridge gaps in decarbonisation. The discussion will consider the technologies, cooperation and alignment needed on the path to net zero to advance efficiency gains and speed up electrification across corporate and industrial infrastructure.

Rotor blades are decisive in the race for lower cost of energy, and the last years have witnessed drastic progress in structural design and manufacturing. While the industry is growing more and more mature, there is still room for innovation. Efficient ways to optimise LCoE throughout the blade lifetime will be discussed. The conference aims to help the industry to improve design, production and materials to maximise power at minimum cost. Mastering the Horizon: Unveiling the Path to Design mastery, Operational Excellence and Manufacturing Efficiency for Ultra-Long Blades. Pioneering Pathways: Optimal Design and Manufacturing Efficiency for Ultra-Long XXL Blades, Enabling Europe’s Vision for 1,100GW Energy Milestone. Innovating with Ultra-High Modulus Glass Fibers: Harnessing the Power of Advanced Materials to Shape the Future of On- and Offshore Rotor Blade Designs, Aligning Long-Term Profitability, Sustainability, and Availability. Strategic Financial Edge: Empowering Operational Expenditure Optimization for Maximum Return, Effectively Reducing Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE) and Streamlining Construction Costs. Revolutionizing Certification Standards: Redefining Material Safety Factors in Accordance with IEC 61400-5, Incorporating Novel Test Concepts to Catalyze Rotor Blade Certification Processes. Navigating Challenges Ahead: An In-Depth Exploration of Obstacles and Opportunities, Guiding Industry Leaders to Navigate Efficiently Through the Complex Landscape of Ultra-Long XXL Blade Design and Manufacturing. Elevating Energy Production: Maximizing Output and Efficiency to Propel Wind Energy Generation to New Heights, Contributing to a Sustainable and Thriving Energy Future.