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Nova Innovation deploys second tidal turbine

By: Tom Russell 31/08/2016 Nova Innovation

General Tidal

Nova Innovation, Scottish tidal energy company, alongside its Belgium energy partner ELSA, has deployed a second turbine at its Shetland site, creating one of the world’s first fully-operational, commercial, grid-connected offshore tidal arrays.

Nova Innovation installed the first Nova M-100 turbine in Bluemull Sound, Shetland in March 2016. The device has been generating at full power across all tidal conditions. The second in a series of three 100 kW turbines was deployed alongside the first turbine this month (August 2016), making this the first offshore tidal array in the world to deliver electricity to the grid.

The project has 100% EU content and has been delivered with over 80% Scottish supply chain content, demonstrating Nova’s commitment to local supply chain engagement.

Simon Forrest, Managing Director of Nova Innovation said: “We are absolutely delighted to be the first company in the world to deploy a fully operational tidal array.”

He added: “Deploying the second turbine truly sets us apart and showcases our technology. I would like to thank all our staff, partners and suppliers for helping to make our vision a reality.”

The UK Carbon Trust estimates a global tidal energy market of £126 billion could be developed by 2050.

Image Source: Nova Innovation

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