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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.

The annual conference of the WWEA WWEC2023, which had to be postponed due to conflicting events, will be held at Wrest Point in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia from 7 to 9 November 2023.

The Offshore Wind Conference 2024 kickstarts a critical year of action to address the barriers affecting the deployment of offshore wind and the success of Scotland’s supply chain companies. Secure your place today to be a part of supply chain and offshore wind collaboration in action. You'll learn: About the scale, pace and change needed to deliver the supply chain and offshore wind required to achieve net-zero. How consenting, environmental, grid and network challenges are being unlocked by industry and government action on the ground. The latest ongoing work to maximise economic opportunities for Scottish ports funding and manufacturing to achieve a just transition. The latest thought leadership, news and project updates from stakeholders seeking catalysts for co-existence. How to access advice, supply chain opportunities and who to engage with to grow your offshore wind business.