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Clear allDec 1, 2025 · 5 min
Removing hidden kill switches in your renewable energy portfolio
Hidden remote-access features, unmonitored firmware updates and fragmented vendor ecosystems can turn a solar or wind portfolio into a cybersecurity minefield. How NIS2 and the CRA change operator responsibility, and how Helin's one box approach restores control, visibility and compliance.
Renewable EnergyCybersecurityComplianceEdge ComputingMay 1, 2025 · 15 min
Guide to Virtual Power Plants (VPP)
Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) are crucial for integrating renewable energy into electricity grids by allowing Distributed Energy Resources (DER) to function as a single power plant. This guide assists asset owners in deciding whether to create or join a VPP, outlining the necessary steps and considerations for each path.
Grid & VPPRenewable EnergyMar 11, 2025 · 7 min
Best 3 red zone monitoring systems for offshore drilling rigs (2025)
Red zones are the most dangerous areas of offshore drilling rigs, so how do you keep crews safe during drilling operations? Read our shortlist of red zone monitoring systems.
Oil & GasSafetyJan 13, 2025 · 6 min
5 tips to improve safety during offshore drilling
Offshore drilling companies can significantly enhance safety by fostering a safety-first culture and implementing robust HSE systems. Leveraging digital solutions, reviewing performance, and extending safety standards to subcontractors are crucial steps.
Oil & GasSafety