Grid Connections for Renewables in Greece: How to Reduce Delays and Encourage Modernisation

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Grid Connections for Renewables in Greece: How to Reduce Delays and Encourage Modernisation

Conference: LARGE SCALE SOLAR SE 2023 | 4-5 JUL 23 | ATHENS

Organisers: SOLAR MEDIA

Cleantech Geek

As Managing Partner of Wattcrop (hhtps://www.wattcrop.com) I had the pleasure to participate in a panel of experts from companies and organisations representing the consulting, banking, development and operations aspects within the Greek renewables market.

The discussion focused on the key issues below:

• Grids need their capacity to be increased and modernised to handle the upcoming increase of renewable energy capacity being connected

• Grids need modernisation to be better suited to the new energy mix

• What can asset owners/developers to encourage such changes to the grid?

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Fueling a Green Revolution: Unleashing the Power of Green Hydrogen

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Written by Elena Gkagkani, head of strategy and development at Wattcrop.

Introduction: 

In the quest for a sustainable future, hydrogen has emerged as a game-changer. As the most abundant element in the universe, hydrogen presents a vast source of clean fuel with immense potential. Governments, investors, and industry leaders worldwide are increasingly recognizing the role of hydrogen in decarbonization efforts. With over 1,000 hydrogen projects underway globally, and more than 350 announced in the past year alone, the momentum for green hydrogen is undeniable. This article explores the driving forces behind the green hydrogen revolution and the challenges that lie ahead. 

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What’s Next for Greek Solar – Analysing Key aspects of the Greek Solar PV Market

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What’s Next for Greek Solar – Analysing Key aspects of the Greek Solar PV Market

Conference: SOLAR FINANCE & INVESTMENT 2023 | FEB 23 | LONDON

Organisers: SOLAR MEDIA

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As Managing Partner of Wattcrop (hhtps://www.wattcrop.com) I had the pleasure to participate in a panel of six experts from companies and organisations representing all aspects of Solar PV in the Greek Market. The discussion focused on four key issues.

A) Overview of the Greek Solar PV market

B) Development Regulatory Changes – PPA rules

C) Grid Issues

D) Project Quality

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Inside Cleantech – S2:E7 – Powering & Digitizing the Circular Economy | Gary Lewis – Resourcify

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Inside Cleantech – Series 2 Episode 7 – Powering & Digitizing the Circular Economy | Gary Lewis – Resourcify

Cleantech Geek

Be Bold. Make the Change. Have a meaningful Impact.

At this series we discuss with experts, senior executives and influencers from the Cleantech and Renewable Energy Industry as well as from the Entrepreneurship and Investment World. Find out about their opinions on the future of Green Entech and Cleantech, get their insights on opportunities & risks, discover the secrets of successful businesses & ventures, learn from their successes and failures

On this episode, I am discussing with Mr Gary Lewis and CEO of RESOURCIFY, (https://www.resourcify.com). Resourcify is an all-in-one waste management and recycling platform, based in Hamburg, Germany. It facilitates the connection of businesses with local recyclers and helps them gain end-to-end control and transparency of their waste management providing them with the right digital tools to achieve their goals.

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Challenges & Best Practises in developing Greenfield Renewable Energy Projects

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Conference: SOLAR & STORAGE LIVE 2022 | OCT22 | NEC BIRMINGHAM

Organisers: TERRAPINN

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As Managing Partner of Wattcrop I had the pleasure to participate in a panel which took place in Solar and Storage Live conference in Birmingham on October 2022. The panel discussion was around the Challenges and Best Practices in Developing Greenfield projects in the UK. We discussed about the chaning financial and regulatory environment, addressed the barriers and provide insights on best practises and the utilisation of data and digital tools on development.

Panel Moderator: Giles Clark, CIO, National Energy

Panel Experts:

1. Anthony Doherty, CIO, NTR

2. Ypatios Moysiadis, Managing Partner, Wattcrop

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Inside Cleantech – S2:E6 – Critical Mineral Key to Green transition | Jeff Townsend – CMA

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Inside Cleantech – Series 2: Episode 6 – Critical Mineral Key to Green transition | Jeff Townsend – CMA

Cleantech Geek

Be Bold. Make the Change. Have a meaningful Impact.

At this series we discuss with experts, senior executives and influencers from the Cleantech and Renewable Energy Industry as well as from the Entrepreneurship and Investment World. Find out about their opinions on the future of Green Entech and Cleantech, get their insights on opportunities & risks, discover the secrets of successful businesses & ventures, learn from their successes and failures

On this interview, I am discussing with Mr Jeff Townsend, Founder of the Critical Minerals Association – CMA (https://www.criticalmineral.org). Critical Minerals Association aims to bring together changemakers and disruptors with experience across public affairs, communications, marketing, research, client relations and mining. Jeff, is sharing with us his thoughts and facts on how critical minerals are a key factor on our journey for the Green Transmission. We discuss geopolitics, Recycling and material recovery, security of supply, possible solutions for the western world, mining, ESG and many more. A must hear interview with mindblowing data that Jeff shares with us!

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Identifying Key Market Opportunities in Greek Solar PV

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Conference: SOLARPLAZA SUMMIT GREECE 

Organiser: SOLARPLAZA

Cleantech Geek

As Managing Partner of Wattcrop (https://www.wattcrop.com) I participated at the opening panel of SolarPlaza Summit Greece in November 2022, that took place in Athens. Together with a panel of experts from companies representing the development sector within the Greek Renewables Market. The panel discussion focused on the opportunities and challenges of the Solar PV sector in the current Greek environment.

Panel Moderator: Dr Sotiris Kappelos, COO, Helleniq Energy

Panel Experts: 

1. Vassilis Zorbas, Managing Director, Entricity

2. Philip Kunze, Managing Director, Baywa r.e. Greece

3. Ypatios Moysiadis, Managing Partner Wattcrop

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Recycling of solar panels and wind turbines

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Written by Christos Kougevetopoulos, head of opperations at Wattcrop.

What happens to solar panels and wind turbines when they reach the end of their useful life? 

As the world transitions towards renewable energy sources, the demand for solar panels and wind turbines has significantly increased. However, as with any technology, these devices have a limited lifespan and eventually need to be replaced. This raises an important question – what happens to solar panels and wind turbines when they reach the end of their useful life? The answer lies in the concept of recycling.

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Υπάτιος Μωυσιάδης: «H ενίσχυση των δικτύων αναγκαία για την ανάπτυξη των ΑΠΕ»

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Chanel: naftemporiki.gr

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Grid strengthening is necessary for the development of Renewables

Ypatios Moysiadis, Managing Partner of Wattcrop, gave a full interview to the Naftemporiki channel. He spoke about Wattcrop and its activity but focused mainly on the renewable energy market in Greece and abroad. He referred to the growing importance of energy storage technology and stressed in particular the importance of strengthening grids for the development of renewable energy.

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What do we know about the hydroelectric power?

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Written by Riki Argyropoulou, junior surveyor at Wattcrop 

What is hydroelectric power?

Hydroelectric power is a form of renewable energy that harnesses the power of water to generate electricity. It works by using the kinetic energy of falling water or the movement of water through a turbine to spin a generator, which produces electricity. The water used in hydroelectric power can come from various sources, such as rivers, lakes, and reservoirs.

The process of generating hydroelectric power begins with the construction of a dam or a water diversion structure, which is used to create a large reservoir. Water is then released from the reservoir, and its potential energy is converted into kinetic energy as it falls down a steep incline. This moving water then drives the turbines, which spin the generator and produce electricity.

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