2023 marks another record year for solar PV in the EU, with 55.9 GW installed across the 27 Member States, showing a 40% growth from 2022 and a doubling of the market in just two years. This is the third year in a row that the EU market breaks its previous record, as well as … Continue reading How did the photovoltaic sector performed in 2023?
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China promotes expansion of wind and photovoltaic capacity: IEA
China had a key role to play in the world’s rapid expansion of renewable power generation capacity last year, the International Energy Agency said.It more than doubled solar photovoltaic capacity last year, and wind power capacity rose by 66 per cent YoY. Almost half of China’s electricity generation will come from renewable sources by 2028, … Continue reading China promotes expansion of wind and photovoltaic capacity: IEA
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South Africa’s big plan to end load shedding is seriously flawed
South Africa experienced unprecedented electricity shortages in 2023 as ageing coal plants became increasingly prone to breakdowns. The country urgently needs to develop new electricity generation facilities and reduce reliance on coal power. In the first week of 2024, the South African energy minister, Gwede Mantashe, released a proposed roadmap for the future of electricity in South … Continue reading South Africa’s big plan to end load shedding is seriously flawed
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Top solar manufacturers of 2023: Module shipment rankings for Q1-Q3
Entering the third quarter, the solar industry experiences fluctuations in prices along the supply chain, influencing the bidding dynamics. Despite the challenges posed by inventory management and supply-demand imbalances, leading PV module manufacturers continue to dominate the landscape, showcasing their prowess in securing tenders and influencing market trends. Notable companies such as JinkoSolar, LONGi, and … Continue reading Top solar manufacturers of 2023: Module shipment rankings for Q1-Q3
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Nuclear energy remains far behind photovoltaics and wind in China
Once again, China’s nuclear program barely added any capacity, only 1.2 GW, while wind and solar between them added about 278 GW. Even with the capacity factor difference, the nuclear additions only mean about 7 TWh of new low carbon generation per year, while wind and solar between them will contributed about 427 TWh annually, … Continue reading Nuclear energy remains far behind photovoltaics and wind in China
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Wind power in Argentina, the wind turbines of the new YPF Luz wind farm arrive
The components of the wind turbines of the new YPF Luz wind farm, the fourth of the national company, began to arrive in the Córdoba town of General Levalle. Transport will be carried out until mid-May, with new arrivals each week, using large specialized trucks traveling at reduced speed. This logistics does not involve road … Continue reading Wind power in Argentina, the wind turbines of the new YPF Luz wind farm arrive
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Siemens Gamesa will test the “most powerful wind turbine in the world” in Denmark
Siemens Gamesa will install and test what has been described by the European Union (EU) as the “world’s most powerful offshore wind turbine prototype” at the Østerild National Test Center in Denmark, before later launching full-scale production. scale of its “next generation” of wind turbines for offshore wind. The wind turbine maker did not reveal … Continue reading Siemens Gamesa will test the “most powerful wind turbine in the world” in Denmark
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The EU built a record 17 GW of new wind energy in 2023 – wind now 19% of electricity production
The EU built 17 GW of new wind energy in 2023, slightly up on 2022 – and more than ever in a single year in fact. But it’s not enough to reach the EU’s 2030 targets. The EU should be building 30 GW of new wind every year between now and 2030. The actions set … Continue reading The EU built a record 17 GW of new wind energy in 2023 – wind now 19% of electricity production
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Wind curtailment: An opportunity for battery energy storage?
The UK continues to scale up its renewable generation capacity, with the technology hitting various key milestones of late. For instance, the end of 2023 saw wind generation achieve a new national record with 21.8GW generated between 8:00 and 8:30 on the 21 December. As such, wind energy managed to secure a 56% stake in … Continue reading Wind curtailment: An opportunity for battery energy storage?
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CIP takes final investment decision and commences construction of 300 MW onshore wind farm in India
Onshore wind project Hatalageri in the State of Karnataka, India, is the first project from CIP’s partnership with Viviid Renewables to reach final investment decision. Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) through its Growth Markets Fund I (CI GMF I) has taken final investment decision on a 300 MW onshore wind project in India together with Viviid … Continue reading CIP takes final investment decision and commences construction of 300 MW onshore wind farm in India
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Hydrogen: 4 things to look for in 2024
Murray Douglas Vice President, Hydrogen and Ammonia Research Hydrogen has been an energy transition hot topic for some time. But project developers, offtakers and policymakers have so far struggled to move at the pace they hoped – with cost pressures the key barrier. Those pressures have not disappeared. However, clarity is emerging in some crucial … Continue reading Hydrogen: 4 things to look for in 2024
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ScottishPower has partnered with ZeroAvia to explore the development of green hydrogen supply solutions for key airports, which could see the decarbonisation of air travel take off
The collaboration will allow the companies to explore the hydrogen infrastructure for airports to support hydrogen-electric flight and other potential uses. ZeroAvia has a longstanding partnership with AGS Airports, including Glasgow and Aberdeen. Hydrogen-electric engines, used by ZeroAvia, generate electricity using hydrogen fuel cells, emitting only water as a by-product. The company is advancing its … Continue reading ScottishPower has partnered with ZeroAvia to explore the development of green hydrogen supply solutions for key airports, which could see the decarbonisation of air travel take off
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Nordex receives orders for 122 MW of wind power from Denker & Wulf AG in Germany
At the end of 2023, Denker & Wulf, one of Germany’s leading onshore wind farm developers, placed orders with Nordex to supply and install 20 wind turbines for three projects in northern Germany. The orders also include Premium Service contracts for the maintenance of the turbines for a period of 15 years. In Schleswig-Holstein, the … Continue reading Nordex receives orders for 122 MW of wind power from Denker & Wulf AG in Germany
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Massive expansion of renewable power opens door to achieving global tripling goal set at COP28
World added 50% more renewable capacity in 2023 than in 2022 and next 5 years will see fastest growth yet, but lack of financing for emerging and developing economies is key issue Renewables 2023 Explore report Read the report At the COP28 climate change conference in Dubai, more than 130 national governments including the European … Continue reading Massive expansion of renewable power opens door to achieving global tripling goal set at COP28
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Vestas plans to establish a second wind turbine factory in Poland to meet the growing demand for offshore wind energy in Europe
Vestas wants to become a leader in offshore wind energy, supporting the construction of offshore wind farms in Europe, and announced a new blade factory in Szczecin, Poland. The factory is planned to produce blades for Vestas’ flagship offshore wind turbine, the V236-15.0 MW, and is expected to begin operation in 2026, creating more than … Continue reading Vestas plans to establish a second wind turbine factory in Poland to meet the growing demand for offshore wind energy in Europe
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China inaugurates 6,000 megawatt of wind power, photovoltaic and battery in one plant
the inauguration of a mega power plant that combines lithium batteries, photovoltaics and wind. Located in Shanxi province, the plant represents an investment of 55 billion yuan (about $7.7 billion) and is a milestone in the country’s transition towards more sustainable energy sources.The megaplant, run by state-owned company Jinneng, is designed to generate 6 gigawatts … Continue reading China inaugurates 6,000 megawatt of wind power, photovoltaic and battery in one plant
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Egypt’s NREA, ACWA Power-led alliance pen $1.5bln wind energy project
Egypt’s New and Renewable Energy Authority (NREA) and a consortium led by ACWA Power have signed a usufruct agreement for a 1.1-gigawatt wind energy production project in the Gulf of Suez and Gabal El-Zeit regions, with $1.5 billion in investments, the Egyptian cabinet stated on January 10th. Photo used for illustrative purpose only. Wind turbines, … Continue reading Egypt’s NREA, ACWA Power-led alliance pen $1.5bln wind energy project
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Nordex receives orders for 197 MW from UKA in Germany
In December 2023, the Nordex Group received orders for 197,1 MW from wind and solar park developer UKA. For a total of seven wind energy projects, the Group will supply 32 wind turbines of the Delta4000 series to various regions across Germany, including Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Saxony-Anhalt, Schleswig-Holstein and North Rhine-Westphalia. Following the successive commissioning of … Continue reading Nordex receives orders for 197 MW from UKA in Germany
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80 gigawatts of photovoltaic solar power will come online over the next two years, increasing U.S. solar generating capacity by 84%
EIA expects two years of significant growth in solar electric generation in the United States. The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) expects solar electric generation will account for 7% of total U.S. electricity generation in 2025, up from 4% in 2023, according to its January Short-Term Energy Outlook (STEO). Developers have reported that almost 80 … Continue reading 80 gigawatts of photovoltaic solar power will come online over the next two years, increasing U.S. solar generating capacity by 84%
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Naturgy begins its second photovoltaic in the United States
The Grimes project, with an investment of more than 285 million euros, will have a power of 210 MW that will supply renewable energy to more than 140,000 homes in the State of Texas. Naturgy continues to grow in the US with the start of construction of the Grimes project, its second large photovoltaic installation … Continue reading Naturgy begins its second photovoltaic in the United States
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