http://www.dnvusa.com/rss/dnvenergynews.aspRecent energy-related news from Det Norske Veritas (DNV)http://www.dnv.com/binaries/dnvlib_gfx_logo_tcm4-255694.gifhttp://www.dnv.us/press_area/press_releases/2011/dnv_releases_updated_standard_for_offshore_wind_turbine_structures.aspDNV’s recognized standard for design of offshore wind turbine structures has been through a revision process together with the wind energy industry. The updated standard which aims to reduce cost and increase safety is now available.Tue, 27 Sep 2011 09:20:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.us/press_area/press_releases/2011/dnvreportwarnstheeraofcheapoiliscomingtoanend.aspAberdeen: The DNV ‘Technology Outlook 2020’ report presented at Offshore Europe warns that the age of ‘cheap’ oil is coming to an end. With a forecasted increase in global energy demand of 19% by 2020, DNV says the sector will have to push the boundaries to satisfy this need.Wed, 07 Sep 2011 12:06:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.us/press_area/press_releases/2011/dnvdevelopshseproceduresforamidwestutilityswindoperationsintheus.aspSeattle, WA, USA: DNV has developed HSE procedures for a mid-west utility’s wind operations. For wind farm operators such safety programs keep workers safe, comply with regulations and meet or exceed best practices for hazard management in the wind industry.Wed, 07 Sep 2011 06:34:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.us/press_area/press_releases/2011/newdnvguidanceaddressestheoptimaluseofremotesensingtechnologyforwindpowerprojects.aspDNV has published a new Recommended Practice document that provides the wind power industry with in-depth knowledge about the use of remote sensing technology for characterizing wind resources.Mon, 01 Aug 2011 09:00:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.us/press_area/press_releases/2011/dnvsignscooperationagreementwithstri.aspDNV has signed an agreement with the Swedish Transmission Research Institute (STRI) in an effort to meet the increasing market demand for advanced solutions for power transmission in the offshore sector.Fri, 06 May 2011 12:06:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.us/press_area/press_releases/2011/dnvisappointedascvaforcapewind.aspHouston: DNV is appointed as the Certified Verification Agent (CVA) for the Cape Wind Project, the first offshore wind farm to be built in the US. The role of DNV as CVA is to conduct third-party design reviews, inspections and other verification activities.Wed, 04 May 2011 12:38:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.us/press_area/press_releases/2011/largepotentialforlnginregionalshippingandpowergeneration.aspSingapore: Investments in infrastructure for small scale LNG power production might be justified when the total demand for electric power exceeds 500 MW within a 120,000 km2 island region with no pipeline connection.Wed, 16 Mar 2011 13:48:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.us/press_area/press_releases/2011/dnvstrengthenscleanerenergymanagementinnorthamerica.aspHouston, USA: In order to support ambitious growth targets in the US, DNV announces the promotions of Robert Z. Poore to Vice President of Business and Service Development for Cleaner Energy and Stephen R. Jones to Head of Department in the Seattle and Boston offices.Mon, 14 Mar 2011 13:55:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.us/press_area/press_releases/2011/new_design_practices_offshore_wind_turbine_structures.aspDNV and key industry players are today releasing a report on the design of offshore monopile wind turbine structures.Fri, 28 Jan 2011 15:12:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.us/press_area/press_releases/2010/dnvtoinvestigatethedeepwaterhorizonblowoutpreventer.aspHouston: DNV has been contracted by the Joint Investigation Team (JIT) of the departments of the Interior and Homeland Security for the forensic examination of the blowout preventer (BOP) and lower marine riser package that was fitted to the Macondo well in the Gulf of Mexico, the site of the Deepwater Horizon disaster and oil spill.Wed, 06 Oct 2010 14:02:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.us/press_area/press_releases/2010/dnvacquiresbehnkeerdmanwhitakerengineeringinc.aspThe acquisition of Behnke, Erdman & Whitaker Engineering, Inc. (BEW Engineering, Inc.) in San Ramon, California, supports the DNV strategy of growth in Clean and Renewable energies.Tue, 05 Oct 2010 09:25:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.us/press_area/press_releases/2010/dnvobtainsaccreditationfornoisetestingofwindturbines.aspDNV announces that its Seattle, Washington, office has been approved for accreditation by the American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) for acoustic noise emissions testing on wind turbines.Wed, 14 Jul 2010 10:14:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.us/press_area/press_releases/2010/breakthroughguidelinetoboostcarboncaptureandstorage.aspDNV and the energy industry, with valuable contribution from government agencies, have developed the world’s most comprehensive guideline for safe and sustainable geological storage of CO2. This unified procedural framework is intended for global use, supporting both industry and regulators, and is a breakthrough that should speed up the large scale deployment of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS).Tue, 06 Apr 2010 10:00:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.us/news_events/news/2010/dnvhasestablishedanoffshorecommitteeinchina.aspDNV has recently established a Greater China Offshore Committee. Mr Zhou Shouwei, Vice General Manager of CNOOC (China National Offshore Oil Corporation) and Academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, who is also one of the pioneers of China’s offshore industry, accepted DNV’s invitation to be the chairman of the committee.Mon, 18 Jan 2010 09:11:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.us/industry/energy/news/2010/better_results_through_risk_management.aspFluctuating oil prices and distressed financial markets have underlined the importance of comprehensive project risk management. Stakeholders should understand their actual exposure before committing to complex projects. Active risk management helps provide better results.Fri, 15 Jan 2010 11:01:00 GMT