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Identifying Key Market Opportunities in Greek Solar PV

May 22, 2023/in Cleantech, Renewable Energy/by Eleni Gkagkani

Conference: SOLARPLAZA SUMMIT GREECE

Organiser: SOLARPLAZA

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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

Recycling of solar panels and wind turbines

May 16, 2023/in Cleantech, Renewable Energy/by Eleni Gkagkani

Image: greenbiz

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.

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

April 6, 2023/in Cleantech, Renewable Energy, Sustainability/by Eleni Gkagkani

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?

March 22, 2023/in Cleantech, Renewable Energy/by Eleni Gkagkani

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.

Alternative energy sources in maritime transport

March 10, 2023/in Cleantech, Renewable Energy, Sustainability/by Eleni Gkagkani

Maritime transport has traditionally relied on fossil fuels, but alternative energy sources are becoming increasingly important because of their potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve air quality. Some alternative energy sources that can be used in maritime transport include:

Biofuels

Biofuels are alternative energy sources produced from renewable organic materials such as vegetable oils, animal fats, and waste. They are being explored as a potential alternative to traditional fossil fuels in maritime transport due to their lower carbon footprint and their ability to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

How much Storage do you need for your Solar Park?

March 1, 2023/in Cleantech, Renewable Energy/by Eleni Gkagkani

Written by Wattcrop team

A colocated solar park is a facility that combines solar photovoltaic (PV) panels with a battery energy storage system (BESS) to provide reliable and efficient electricity to the grid. The optimal ratio of PV to BESS in a colocated solar park depends on several factors, including the location of the facility, the size and type of the PV panels and BESS, and the expected energy demand.

One important factor to consider is the amount of solar insolation, or sunlight, that the location receives. In areas with high solar insolation, a higher ratio of PV to BESS may be more efficient, as the PV panels will produce more electricity than the BESS can store. In areas with lower solar insolation, a lower ratio of PV to BESS may be more appropriate, as the BESS will be able to store more of the electricity produced by the PV panels.