Scientists from the National Robotarium, supported by Heriot-Watt University and the University of Edinburgh, have unveiled the design of a new train cleaning robot to help existing cleaners. The robot, which is being funded by rail research body RSSB, has been designed to increase cleanliness standards on trains nationwide. It will complement humans by cleaning […]
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A report has set out the potential economic benefits of adopting Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) in Scotland and highlights how the technology, infrastructure, and skills available could make a significant contribution to the Scottish economy. Scottish Enterprise and the Scottish Government commissioned Element Energy to lead the ‘CCUS economics impacts study – delivering
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Energy software provider, Smarter Grid Solutions, in partnership with AVANGRID, a leading sustainable energy company, has delivered a ground-breaking US grid integration project that has the potential to more than double wind and solar generation connections. The project has successfully connected three new solar farms in New York to AVANGRID’s electric network using the Strata
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National Grid Electricity Transmission plc and Scottish Power Transmission plc have agreed to pay a redress fee of £158 million for delays to the Western Link Project. The two-year delay made it difficult at times for renewable energy generators in Scotland to export clean electricity to England and Wales. The consumer redress package holds both
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A company that supports 550 businesses with its state-of-the-art recruitment software platform has been named one of the top tech businesses in Scotland at a major industry event. The 2021 Northern Tech Awards Top 100 recognises the fastest growing technology companies in the North of England, Scotland and Ireland. Firefish Software is one of only
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Accessibility app WelcoMe by Neatebox secured a prestigious win for Scotland and the UK at the UN-backed World Summit Awards 2020. WelcoMe snapped up the Inclusion and Empowerment Award and was confirmed as the only UK business within the WSA Global Top 40. The World Summit Awards select and promote digital solutions that address global issues
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Dundee Science Centre has revealed an ambitious refurbishment programme, positioning the visitor attraction as a major player in Scotland’s staycation market. On Saturday the Centre unveiled the £2.1m CONNECT project. Funded by The Inspiring Science Fund alongside other Trusts and partners, CONNECT has completely transformed the ground floor of the visitor attraction. The development has recently been shortlisted
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