At the end of March, the Nordex Group received an order to supply 14 N163/5.X wind turbines from Borusan EnBW Enerji, a leading developer and operator of wind energy projects in Türkiye. The Delta4000 series turbines are projected for the 80 MW Pelit wind farm in the Sivas Province. The contract also includes a Premium … Continue reading Nordex receives order for 80 MW of wind power from Borusan EnBW Enerji in Türkiye
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GWEC statement on fostering a fair, open, and transparent trade environment for global wind energy
The Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC), the representative voice for the global wind industry, notes the announcement from the European Commission on 9 April that it will launch an enquiry into Chinese turbine suppliers under the new Foreign Subsidies Regulation. It is not a matter for GWEC to comment on any ongoing enquiry under the … Continue reading GWEC statement on fostering a fair, open, and transparent trade environment for global wind energy
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DNV to verify substation of Equinor’s Bandibuli/Firely floating wind farm in South Korea
DNV has been selected by Equinor to provide verification services for FEED (Front End Engineering and Design) of the substation of the Bandibuli/Firefly floating wind farm. The wind farm comprises two 75 km2 areas, 70 km offshore Ulsan in South Korea. DNV will leverage its verification services and expertise within offshore substations and floating structures … Continue reading DNV to verify substation of Equinor’s Bandibuli/Firely floating wind farm in South Korea
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Funding boost for hydrogen and low emissions iron & steel research
On behalf of the Australian Government, the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) today announced it has awarded $59.1 million in funding across 21 research projects to support research and development (R&D) and commercialisation activities covering renewable hydrogen and low emissions iron & steel. The funding has been provided to research teams from some of Australia’s … Continue reading Funding boost for hydrogen and low emissions iron & steel research
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Home energy storage for photovoltaics is booming in the US.
Alexis de Tocqueville, the French diplomat and famous observer of America, noted in 1840 that in democratic countries such as the US, a citizen’s independence “fills him with self-reliance and pride amongst his equals”. That same spirit might have been expected to help make the US a global leader in residential solar power, with homeowners … Continue reading Home energy storage for photovoltaics is booming in the US.
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Commission supports European photovoltaic manufacturing sector with new European Solar Charter
The Commission is today stepping up its efforts to support the solar sector in Europe through the European Solar Charter. Signed today in the margins of the informal Energy Council meeting by the Commission – represented by EU Commissioner for Energy Kadri Simson – energy ministers from 23 EU countries and industry representatives, the charter … Continue reading Commission supports European photovoltaic manufacturing sector with new European Solar Charter
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RWE starts work on onshore cables as next step in construction of Thor Offshore Wind Farm
RWE is ready to take the next step in the construction of its Thor Offshore Wind Farm. From mid-April to the end of October, the onshore cable works will be carried out at and around the onshore substation south of Lemvig. The ground was broken at Thor offshore wind farm’s onshore substation in May last … Continue reading RWE starts work on onshore cables as next step in construction of Thor Offshore Wind Farm
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Construction starts in Rhenish lignite area – RWE builds Aldenhoven wind farm
A new wind farm is being built in the Rhenish lignite area. The ground is being prepared, the construction site is being set up and road works are beginning. RWE is erecting six wind turbines with a total output of 34.2 megawatts (MW) on recultivated areas of the Inden opencast mine in the Düren district. … Continue reading Construction starts in Rhenish lignite area – RWE builds Aldenhoven wind farm
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Kyrgyzstan launches construction of 400 MW photovoltaic solar power plant in Issyk-Kul region
In a stride towards energy independence, Akylbek Zhaparov, Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Administration of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, laid the foundation capsule for the construction of a colossal solar power plant. The plant, boasting a capacity of 400 megawatts, is set to be erected in the Kara-Talaa … Continue reading Kyrgyzstan launches construction of 400 MW photovoltaic solar power plant in Issyk-Kul region
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Photovoltaics inject 76,000 euros per megawatt into towns with tax collection in Spain
The installation of a photovoltaic plant is a money-generating activity for local entities through taxation. UNEF estimates about 76,000 euros per megawatt over the entire useful life of the plant, about 25 years.The installation of a photovoltaic plant is an income-generating activity for local entities due to different tax figures. Overall, a town council receives … Continue reading Photovoltaics inject 76,000 euros per megawatt into towns with tax collection in Spain
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Juan Virgilio Márquez: “European wind energy cannot compete in prices with the subsidized Chinese industry”
The climate emergency and the war in Ukraine (due to the desire not to depend on Russian gas) have accelerated the economic opportunities of renewable energies. And Spain, with sun, wind and a powerful industry, especially wind energy, takes advantage of its advances. But beyond the photos of political leaders with helmets and turbines, not … Continue reading Juan Virgilio Márquez: “European wind energy cannot compete in prices with the subsidized Chinese industry”
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The largest photovoltaic plant in the world in India, Bhadla Solar Park, has 2,245 MW, 10 million solar panels and occupies an area of 5 thousand hectares
The world’s largest photovoltaic (PV) plant extends over more than 5,700 hectares (57 km²). With a total capacity of 2,245 MW, it is among the largest solar parks in the world. Its presence recently helped Rajasthan overtake Karnataka as the Indian state with the largest installed solar capacity.India has the largest solar plant in the … Continue reading The largest photovoltaic plant in the world in India, Bhadla Solar Park, has 2,245 MW, 10 million solar panels and occupies an area of 5 thousand hectares
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The 531 MW Mendubim photovoltaic plant inaugurated in Brazil
The Mendubim Solar Complex, the largest photovoltaic project in Rio Grande do Norte, was inaugurated in the municipality of Assu. With investments of R$ 2.1 billion, the project has 531 MW of installed power. The complex consists of 13 floors and occupies an area of 1,200 hectares, the equivalent of 1,200 football fields. Construction began … Continue reading The 531 MW Mendubim photovoltaic plant inaugurated in Brazil
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Made-in-Vietnam wind turbine towers bound for RoK
Ten domestically-manufactured offshore wind turbine towers are set to depart from Phu My Industrial Zone in the southern province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau by the end of April 2024, bound for Jeonnam 1 wind power project off the coast of the Republic of Korea (RoK)’s Jeonnam province. Ten domestically-manufactured offshore wind turbine towers are set … Continue reading Made-in-Vietnam wind turbine towers bound for RoK
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A 605 MW photovoltaic plant in Germany is now the largest solar power plant in Europe
A 605 megawatt (MW) project in Germany has been awarded the title of the largest photovoltaic plant in Europe, displacing a photovoltaic plant in Spain from first place. The Witznitz solar park near Leipzig, which is not subsidized by the state, is owned by the German investment company HANSAINVEST Real Assets. It has been continuously … Continue reading A 605 MW photovoltaic plant in Germany is now the largest solar power plant in Europe
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Cape Verde invests in wind energy and storage
In Cape Verde, the Cabeolica company has obtained approval from the authorities to expand its wind energy production capacity on the island of Santiago. The company will also invest in electricity storage. Cape Verde’s renewable energy production capacity will increase in the near future. This promise has been made by the company Cabeolica, which has … Continue reading Cape Verde invests in wind energy and storage
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Iberdrola’s renewable energy production reaches 10-year highs in Spain
Continued investments by the Iberdrola in renewables and its commitment to decarbonization has seen clean energy production in Spain reach a decade high. In the first quarter of 2024, the group generated 10,489 GWh with clean energy, an increase of 19.4% compared to the same period last year. The company has not had such a … Continue reading Iberdrola’s renewable energy production reaches 10-year highs in Spain
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Distributed solar photovoltaic and storage: a beacon of security and hope
In early March, a group of Wood Mackenzie volunteers spent several days in central Puerto Rico through a partnership with non-profit organisation Let’s Share the Sun. The partnership ties in directly with our internal Thrive programme, which creates a positive impact on employees and the broader community through its four pillars: community engagement, wellness, sustainability, … Continue reading Distributed solar photovoltaic and storage: a beacon of security and hope
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Soltec sells a 400 MW photovoltaic project to Casa dos Ventos in Brazil
Of the 13 GW that Soltec has under development worldwide, 6.4 GW are located in Brazil.Soltec has announced the 100% sale of a 400 MWac project in Brazil, located in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul. The purchasing company is Casa dos Ventos, one of the main renewable energy entities in the country. As … Continue reading Soltec sells a 400 MW photovoltaic project to Casa dos Ventos in Brazil
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Photovoltaics in Suriname favors development
The rural microgrid photovoltaic project, undertaken by Power Construction Corporation of China (PowerChina) in Suriname, is in line with the country’s energy strategy and has improved the lives of people in disadvantaged inland areas, said the Minister of Natural Resources of Suriname, David Abiamofo. In a recent interview with Xinhua, Abiamofo explained that power supply … Continue reading Photovoltaics in Suriname favors development
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