Monthly Archives: August 2014

The giant switch on the high seas



The offshore converter platform enables low-loss HVDC power transmission from offshore wind farms to the mainland.
The completion of the BorWin2 offshore platform marks the successful completion of a significant stage in German grid access projects. One of the most exciting moments was the installation of the topside.Learn more: http://www.energy.siemens.com/hq/en/energy-topics/energy-stories/offshore-converter-platform.htm


A Celebration of Wildlife-friendly Farmers



Farmers sometimes get a bad press but their role as ‘custodians of the countryside’ is more important than ever. Four previous winners of ‘The Nature of Farming Awards’ talk about their passion for nature and why wildlife-friendly farming can also make commercial sense.