Verdant Power

07/12/2024

We look forward to working with Inyanga Marine Energy Group!

We look forward to working with Verdant Morlais, Morlais Menter Mon and the local supply chain to deliver this major subsea infrastructure project and make Anglesey the world centre of Tidal Energy.

07/12/2024

We are excited to share that Inyanga Marine Energy Group and Verdant Morlais Ltd (VML) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to deliver a 4.9 MW tidal stream energy project at Morlais in Wales! 🌊⚡️

“Verdant Morlais is delighted to announce this new partnership with Inyanga Marine Energy Group. Connected to the national grid and with all necessary infrastructure provided, the Morlais demonstration site is unique worldwide and it represents a significant opportunity for the tidal energy industry in general. We are looking forward to deploying the first 4.9MW phase of our commercial project at Morlais, with buildout of an additional 25MW to follow,” said Joe Klein, VML Board Director.

For full details ➡️ https://bit.ly/4cOzP8m

11/28/2023

Verdant Power becomes one of four tidal stream projects based in Welsh waters to be given the green light to provide electricity to the National Grid. We're ready to make waves! 🌊💡

Marine Energy Wales has welcomed today’s announcement that four tidal stream projects based in Welsh waters, have been given the green light to provide electricity to the National Grid, as part of the latest round (allocation round 5) of the UK Government’s renewable auction. Over 22MW of tidal ...

11/11/2023

Honoring the bravery, sacrifice, and service of our heroes this Veterans Day. Thank you to all who have served and continue to serve our country! 🇺🇸

11/09/2023

"Everyone at Verdant Isles (a joint venture company established by Verdant Power) is excited and honoured to hear of the award. The Morlais project represents a meaningful step forward for the tidal energy industry in general as well as the UK’s green energy efforts in particular. This news supports the UK commitment to provide predictable and environmentally compatible renewable tidal energy for the future." -Joe Klein, Verdant Power CEO, President, Board of Directors

The latest results of the UK Government’s renewable auction, the Contracts for Difference scheme, was described as ‘catastrophic’ for the offshore wind sector. But tidal stream energy in the UK was awarded a huge boost, with 11 companies successfully gaining contracts. The auction awards a 15-...

03/17/2022

Did you know? The world’s first proven marine energy system, designed and operated by Verdant Power, has achieved a NASA Technology Readiness Level 8/9 – the highest level of demonstrated success in its operational environment!

02/23/2022

Verdant Power’s TriFrame™ system of three turbines reached and exceeded its annual energy production (AEP) target in under nine months. By producing the most marine energy in the U.S., the company’s validated system out-performed expectations by 45%!

01/11/2022

As Verdant Power wraps up our year operating the world’s first proven marine energy system above 98% availability, we wish all a healthy and productive New Year!

12/14/2021

Verdant Power is excited to pass on the news that the Welsh Government has issued consent for the Morlais tidal stream Project. This is a key success for Menter Môn Ltd and tidal energy at large!

https://www.business-live.co.uk/economic-development/giant-anglesey-tidal-stream-project-22425858

The £35m Morlais scheme off the island's west coast is expected to create 100 jobs and help develop the tidal stream sector

12/10/2021

Verdant Power, having successfully operated the first commercially licensed tidal energy project in the U.S., is currently developing larger turbines for global deployment, according to Ron Smith (MBA 1979) in Harvard Business School Alumni magazine.

https://www.alumni.hbs.edu/stories/Pages/story-impact.aspx?num=8531

Verdant Power cofounder Ron Smith (MBA 1979) stands aside the East River in New York, where his company launched the first commercially licensed tidal power project in the United States.