Last week, the Wind Europe Annual Event returned to Bilbao after the editions of 2019 and 2022. It’s the third time in Bilbao, with an increasingly larger deployment in every aspect. If there’s one thing that has stood out in this edition of Wind Europe, it’s that nothing has particularly stood out, if that’s even … Continue reading Wind Europe 2024: No news… good news?
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Endesa will build its largest photovoltaic (PV) solar power plant with battery storage in the Canary Islands at the Barranco de Tirajana plant
The eight hectares that the facility will occupy will be capable of supplying more than three thousand homes and will be on the free land within the Barranco de Tirajana Power Plant.The eligible investment amounts to 11.5 million euros, of which 5.6 million correspond to the Next Generation funds of the European Union.The solar park … Continue reading Endesa will build its largest photovoltaic (PV) solar power plant with battery storage in the Canary Islands at the Barranco de Tirajana plant
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Aging of European wind power
It is one thing to install generation capacity and another to take advantage of that energy. For that, we have to look at the electrical demand covered by wind energy. To do this, we will have graph 1 where the countries are classified based on the use of the wind energy generated. 1.Image.- Percentage of … Continue reading Aging of European wind power
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Nabrawind Receives UL’s Component Certificate for the Nabralift 3.0 Tower Family
The first unit of the Nabralift 3.0 model was recently installed at the Innovent wind farm in Le Portel, France. Nabrawind has successfully completed the design and manufacturing evaluation of its new tower family, Nabralift 3.0, as well as the first prototype. The Component Certificate has been issued by UL Solutions and delivered today at WindEurope … Continue reading Nabrawind Receives UL’s Component Certificate for the Nabralift 3.0 Tower Family
Continue readingFrom school benches to wind farm professionals: students explore career opportunities in the wind industry at WindEurope 2024
The wind sector is growing rapidly. By 2030 it will employ over 500,000 people in Europe, up from 300,000 jobs today. The sector must address the huge challenge of finding additional skilled workers in this short time frame. At the WindEurope Annual Event 2024 more than 500 students registered for a 3-day student programme to … Continue reading From school benches to wind farm professionals: students explore career opportunities in the wind industry at WindEurope 2024
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The success story of the value chain of the Spanish wind energy sector, reflected in the Catalog of the Spanish Wind Industry
Wind companies come together to form part of the Catalog of the Spanish Wind Industry, showing the capabilities in each of the links in the value chain. In collaboration with ICEX Spain, this initiative aims to show the industrial and technological capacity of the Spanish wind sector. The Wind Business Association (AEE) presents a new … Continue reading The success story of the value chain of the Spanish wind energy sector, reflected in the Catalog of the Spanish Wind Industry
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EcoVadis, WindEurope and leading wind industry organisations launch ‘Wind Energy Initiative’
Today, EcoVadis, WindEurope and five leading wind energy industry organisations – ENGIE, Hitachi Energy, Siemens Gamesa, Statkraft and Vestas – announce the launch of the ‘Wind Energy Initiative’. The Initiative aims to accelerate the uptake of sustainable practices by fostering strong collaboration between trading partners and amplifying positive impacts across their value chains. European politicians, … Continue reading EcoVadis, WindEurope and leading wind industry organisations launch ‘Wind Energy Initiative’
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Rebound in wind energy financing in 2023 shows that the right policies attract investors
Investments in wind energy in Europe more than doubled in 2023 compared to 2022, driven by record financing of offshore wind projects. An easing of inflationary pressures, greater certainty in electricity markets, and improved tariff indexation by Governments created a more favourable investment climate. Despite a tightening of financing conditions, Europe invested a record €48bn … Continue reading Rebound in wind energy financing in 2023 shows that the right policies attract investors
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Iberdrola will invest €41 billion and hire 10,000 people by 2026 to accelerate electrification
“The electrification of energy is unstoppable and will expand exponentially in the years ahead, supporting decarbonisation, boosting energy security, and reducing the volatility caused by fossil fuels. Our strategic pillars focus on networks, geographical diversification, and a balanced energy and customers mix. This plan will allow us to grow our asset base, grow our profitability … Continue reading Iberdrola will invest €41 billion and hire 10,000 people by 2026 to accelerate electrification
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In 2023, Spain puts into service the highest number of installed solar photovoltaic power in its history, 5,594 new MW
Spain breaks records by incorporating 5,594 new MW of installed solar photovoltaic power connected to the grid, 28% more than in 2022. With this boost, renewable generation grew by 15.1% in 2023 and managed to represent 50.3% of electricity production at the national level. 2023 has also been the year with the lowest CO2 equivalent … Continue reading In 2023, Spain puts into service the highest number of installed solar photovoltaic power in its history, 5,594 new MW
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Spanish Government and wind industry sign Spanish Wind Charter at WindEurope 2024 in Bilbao
At WindEurope’s Annual Event 2024 in Bilbao, Spain’s Minister for the Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge Teresa Ribera, the President of the Spanish Wind Energy Association Juan Diego Díaz today signed the ‘Spanish Wind Charter’. The Charter identifies actions to accelerate the expansion of wind energy in Spain – and to maximise its social … Continue reading Spanish Government and wind industry sign Spanish Wind Charter at WindEurope 2024 in Bilbao
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Iberdrola brings the most innovative wind power generation technologies to WindEurope Bilbao
From 20 to 22 March, Bilbao will once again be hosting Europe’s biggest event for the wind energy sector: WindEurope. The Bilbao Exhibition Centre will be the biggest stage for the most revolutionary technological and innovative solutions for onshore and offshore wind farms. Iberdrola, official sponsor of WindEurope, is once again bringing a new edition … Continue reading Iberdrola brings the most innovative wind power generation technologies to WindEurope Bilbao
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Canadian Solar expands Spain photovoltaic portfolio in deal for 420 MWp
Canadian Solar in Wednesday’s trading as it agreed to acquire a solar photovoltaic project portfolio exceeding 420 MWp in Spain’s Andalusia region from an unnamed seller; financial terms also were not disclosed. The portfolio consists of a cluster of four projects – Rey I, II, III and IV – which are currently under construction and … Continue reading Canadian Solar expands Spain photovoltaic portfolio in deal for 420 MWp
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Jobs, nature protection, energy security, local communities – WindEurope Annual Event in Bilbao showcases the ‘value of wind’
From 20-22 March more than 12,000 people gather in Bilbao for the WindEurope Annual Event 2024. This comes at a time of growing optimism for Europe’s wind industry. Investments in new wind farms are up. Auction volumes are at record levels. More permits are coming through. The supply chain is returning to profit. Government action … Continue reading Jobs, nature protection, energy security, local communities – WindEurope Annual Event in Bilbao showcases the ‘value of wind’
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Vestas wins the order for 51 MW EnVentus wind turbines in Spain
Renewable energy company ENHOL has placed an order for 51 MW for the Cascante wind farm, which will be located in Navarra, Spain. The contract includes the supply and installation of eight V162-6.2 MW wind turbines delivered in 6.4 MW power mode, as well as a 20-year Active Output Maintenance (AOM) 5000 service contract. “We … Continue reading Vestas wins the order for 51 MW EnVentus wind turbines in Spain
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In 2023, 5,594 MW of photovoltaic installed in Spain
Solar energy (photovoltaic and solar thermal) is now the second source with the highest capacity (27,853 MW), only behind wind (30,810 MW), according to a report by opina360.This Tuesday the first report of the Renewable Energy Observatory for the digital economy prepared by Opina 360 for Foro Sella was released, which analyzes the evolution of … Continue reading In 2023, 5,594 MW of photovoltaic installed in Spain
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Photovoltaic energy in March has already reached the levels of August last year in the Iberian Peninsula
In the second week of March, prices in European electricity markets showed few variations compared to the previous week, except in the MIBEL market, where they doubled. Even so, the Iberian Peninsula registered the lowest prices. Photovoltaic energy production in Spain and Portugal reached the levels of the end of August and set another record … Continue reading Photovoltaic energy in March has already reached the levels of August last year in the Iberian Peninsula
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RWE to support Port of A Coruña in its ambitions to become a world-class logistic hub for floating offshore wind
RWE has joined forces with the Port Authority of A Coruña to facilitate the scaling-up of the port capacity in support of the Spanish Government’s floating wind targets. Spain calls for the deployment of three gigawatts of floating offshore wind capacity by 2030 and plans to carry out its first auction, in the Canary region … Continue reading RWE to support Port of A Coruña in its ambitions to become a world-class logistic hub for floating offshore wind
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Spain will support the construction of a photovoltaic plant in Cuba at the initiative of the EU
Spain will support the construction of a solar photovoltaic (PV) in Cuba within the framework of the Global Gateway strategy of the European Union (EU), in the midst of the energy crisis suffered by the country, with prolonged daily blackouts. In a statement cited by Efe, the embassy on the island “has committed to supporting … Continue reading Spain will support the construction of a photovoltaic plant in Cuba at the initiative of the EU
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European wind power records in 2023
In one of the latest editions of Windletter, specifically No. 72, Sergio Fernández Munguía has discussed the issue of wind energy in the year 2023 after the report published by the wind energy employers’ association in Europe, where the data and statistics of the sector are collected in 2023 and some future forecasts are made. … Continue reading European wind power records in 2023
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