21 - How floating wind is taking offshore to deeper levels with Kerry Hayes (Project Development Manager @ Simply Blue Group)

How can we utilise the UK’s blustery coastlines to their full potential? Enter floating wind - the next step in offshore wind energy generation, allowing these mega structures to be deployed into deeper waters and windier conditions. But how does it all work?On the latest episode of Modo: The Podcast, Kerry Hayes (Project Development Manager at Simply Blue Group) talks to Quentin about all things floating wind. They discuss:What is floating wind actually is, and how it differs from traditional offshore wind.The benefits and opportunities this emerging technology provides - not only in the UK and Ireland, but on a global scale as well.The types of constraints projects like this are facing - from planning permissions to port structure - and what needs to be done to overcome them. The possibilities for battery energy storage to work alongside floating wind to help harness its potential.And, of course, where Simply Blue Group fits into all of this.Simply Blue Group are part of a global movement focused on replacing fossil fuels with clean ocean energy, developing coastal economies with new projects and investments. To find out more, head to: https://simplybluegroup.com/Find Kerry on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kerry-hayes-01192149Modo’s all-in-one Asset Success Platform provides data, research and benchmarking tools to help you get the most out of your energy storage assets. To find out how we can help you build the future energy system, check out: https://modo.energy/To keep up with all of our latest Insights, follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/modo-energy/