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May 2021
Launching event of the GTI Awards 2021
Solution providers and leading international institutions join efforts to raise awareness and visibility of best practices on islands Allowing best practices on innovative solutions to be replicated on islands and remote locations is crucial to accelerate their sustainable transition and avoid common mistakes. This is precisely the goal of the GTI Awards, that have reached the 7th edition as a unique occasion to collect deserving projects from islands worldwide, to give them visibility and to reward the very best…
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OPENING SESSION
OPENING SESSION Technology, policy and finance to boost islands’ sustainable growth EU, Caribbean, Pacific & Indian Ocean islands together to lead a change of pace with concrete cases for the GTI Awards. Back to the agenda Abstract The Greening the Islands e_Convention - International Conference and Exhibition, reaches its 8th edition. The well-known annual event entirely dedicated to islands’ self-sufficiency and sustainability will take place on October 19-20-21 and focus on how global policy and finance need to sit at…
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ENERGY Hybrid energy storage systems as a growing solution for islands’ decarbonization In cooperation with EASE & EUROBAT Back to the agenda Abstract Energy storage is key to enable higher penetration of variable renewables retaining excess energy and ensuring grid efficiency and stability. In the medium/large-scale framework, hybrid storage systems are a growing solution due to their ability to simultaneously exploit the advantages of different technologies. Such as in the case of battery-battery (e.g. lithium and lead) or battery-non-battery storage…
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ENERGY & WATER Floating offshore wind in the Mediterranean Sea. What policies are needed to kick start this industry? In cooperation with WIND EUROPE Back to the agenda Abstract The GTI Task Force has explored floating offshore wind power as a solution for islands, often dealing with lack of space for power generation on land. This fast-maturing technology could have a leading role in the clean energy transition process of islands as it can be tailored to the specific environmental…
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GREEN HYDROGEN Green hydrogen: an opportunity for islands’ decarbonisation In cooperation with Fedarene & World Hydrogen Leaders Back to the agenda Abstract Due to their isolation and lack of infrastructure, islands often suffer from high energy dependency. In this context, green hydrogen offers a compelling solution to harness the full power of locally produced renewable energy and increase self-sufficiency through energy storage. Several projects are already paving the way for islands to use green hydrogen and accelerate their decarbonisation. For…
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ENERGY Ocean energy global trends, projects and technologies for islands. Empowering remote and island communities: the Canadian case study In cooperation with Marine Renewables Canada and Ocean Energy Systems, IEA-OES Back to the agenda Abstract Regions at disproportionately higher risk due to climate change, such as remote coastal communities, islands and least developed countries, are examining renewable resources as a means to relieve power constraints and promote economic growth. Many remote communities, islands and coastal regions meet their energy needs…
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