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New Wind Power System Backed by Bill Gates

Bill Gates, the Microsoft billionaire, has recently invested in Airloom Energy, a company that has developed an innovative wind power system. This investment, led by Gates’ Breakthrough Energy Ventures, provided $4 million in seed funding to support the scaling up of this game-changing technology. The key feature of Airloom Energy’s wind turbine is its unique … Continue reading New Wind Power System Backed by Bill Gates

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YPF Luz builds wind power plant with large wind turbines

YPF Luz provided details about the progress of the wind farm that will have the super wind turbines that arrived in the country last week. The electrical energy arm of the flag oil company, YPF Luz, provided details of the progress of the General Levalle wind farm, which will have the super wind turbines that … Continue reading YPF Luz builds wind power plant with large wind turbines

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Brazil installs 1.6 GW of wind energy

Wind power plants generate 1.6 GW per year. In April, generation capacity grew by 593 MW.The National Electric Energy Agency (Aneel) announced that in April Brazil surpassed the 3 GW mark of growth in the electricity generation matrix in 2023. Of the total, around 1.6 GW are related to wind farms (49.15% of the total) … Continue reading Brazil installs 1.6 GW of wind energy

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Michigan Governor to Sign Clean Energy Future Plan into Law; State Will Operate on 100-Percent Clean Energy by 2040

An ambitious package of renewable energy bills that just passed the Michigan Legislature—now on its way to be signed into law by Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer—is drawing strong praise from business-friendly clean energy-focused organizations throughout the state and across the nation. Dubbed the Clean Energy Future Plan, the new legislation will require Michigan utilities to … Continue reading Michigan Governor to Sign Clean Energy Future Plan into Law; State Will Operate on 100-Percent Clean Energy by 2040

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IRENA, the Architect of the Energy Transformation

The upcoming COP28 in Dubai offers a unique opportunity to position the renewable-based energy transition as a key solution to address climate change. Given the intensifying international efforts to accelerate progress towards reaching the 1.5°C climate goal, accelerating the global energy transition is in the centre of the climate discourse. IRENA’s World Energy Transitions Outlook … Continue reading IRENA, the Architect of the Energy Transformation

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Wind energy in Chile, advances the Horizonte wind farm by 63%

The initiative will be located on a public property of approximately 8 thousand hectares, located 170 kilometers south of Antofagasta, 130 kilometers northwest of Taltal and 80 kilometers east of the town of Paposo. Colbún S.A., in its capacity as concessionaire, reported that the Horizonte Wind Farm project is 63% complete and is progressing in … Continue reading Wind energy in Chile, advances the Horizonte wind farm by 63%

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Declining EU wind turbine exports reflect changing energy landscape

The European Green Deal has placed clean energy at the forefront of the region’s sustainability efforts. The import of green energy products, such as wind turbines, solar panels and liquid biofuels, has been crucial in meeting growing demand. However, recent data reveals a significant drop in EU wind turbine exports, indicating a changing energy landscape. … Continue reading Declining EU wind turbine exports reflect changing energy landscape

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The United States Harnesses Solar and Wind Energy to Combat Climate Change

In recent years, the United States has made significant advancements in its clean energy transition, driving the nation closer to its 2030 climate target. With the adoption of the Paris Agreement, the U.S. committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, achieving carbon pollution-free electricity, and transitioning to a net-zero emissions economy. One notable finding by Climate … Continue reading The United States Harnesses Solar and Wind Energy to Combat Climate Change

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Portugal sets new record for solar and wind energy and exceeds electricity needs for six consecutive days

Portugal has achieved a notable milestone in renewable energy production, exceeding its electricity needs for a record six consecutive days. From October 31 to November 6, the country generated 1,102 GWh of electricity, exceeding the 840 GWh consumed during the same period. This surplus production of 262 GWh demonstrates Portugal’s commitment to sustainable energy sources. … Continue reading Portugal sets new record for solar and wind energy and exceeds electricity needs for six consecutive days

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Can European renewables still turn a profit?

The European Union’s ambitious renewable energy target mandates at least 42.5% of EU energy consumption to come from renewable sources by 2030. For that to happen, developers need positive returns on their renewables investments. With technology costs not evolving as hoped, where will the sources of project profitability come from instead? Our latest insight analyses … Continue reading Can European renewables still turn a profit?

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Can Spanish renewables avoid becoming a victim of their own success?

Despite healthy EU ambitions for the energy transition and the decarbonisation of power, and substantial progress already made in the market, Spanish renewables face some strong short-term headwinds. At our recent Madrid breakfast briefing, we presented insights based on the findings from Wood Mackenzie’s Iberian power markets analysis, exploring the issues facing the Spanish power … Continue reading Can Spanish renewables avoid becoming a victim of their own success?

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Enercon CCO Ulrich Schulze Südhoff as a panelist at the Turkish Wind Energy Congress

In the recovering global onshore wind markets ENERCON is relying on quality and competitive products. Today (8 November), ENERCON CCO Ulrich Schulze Südhoff reaffirmed this strategic orientation at the Turkish Wind Energy Congress (TWEC) in Istanbul. Schulze Südhoff took part in a panel discussion on the subject of ‘Advancing Turbine Technologies and the Turkish Market from … Continue reading Enercon CCO Ulrich Schulze Südhoff as a panelist at the Turkish Wind Energy Congress

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Offshore wind patents on the rise, new study by IRENA and EPO shows

The global renewable power capacity must triple by 2030 to keep the 1.5°C target of the Paris Agreement within reach. Offshore Wind capacity would need to reach almost 500 GW in 2030, a fourteen-fold increase in comparison to 2020. Offshore technology’s high energy output and its ability to be built up quickly at gigawatt-scale makes … Continue reading Offshore wind patents on the rise, new study by IRENA and EPO shows

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Innovation projects at Anholt Offshore Wind Farm

A new research project at Anholt Offshore Wind Farm in Denmark aims to grow a number of less carbon-intensive foods while contributing to a healthier marine environment: To solve the climate crisis, we need to look at how we source our energy, but also at what we eat, as many foods emit large amounts of … Continue reading Innovation projects at Anholt Offshore Wind Farm

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DNV concludes Phase 1 of joint industry project to optimize design of floating substations

DNV has successfully concluded Phase 1 of its joint industry project (JIP) aimed at establishing offshore substation standards for the growing floating wind sector. The collaborative industry effort has brought together 38 participating companies (including transmission operators, developers, component suppliers, Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Installation contractors, and yards) to tackle the distinctive challenges associated with … Continue reading DNV concludes Phase 1 of joint industry project to optimize design of floating substations

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AIIB finances second wind power project in southern Kazakhstan

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has signed a USD36-million loan agreement for the development, construction and operation of a 100-megawatt (MW) wind power plant in Zhambyl region of Southern Kazakhstan. The project is codeveloped by China Power International Holding and Visor International DMCC and will be cofinanced by the European Bank for Reconstruction and … Continue reading AIIB finances second wind power project in southern Kazakhstan

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Wind power company Vestas reduces its net loss by 93% in the first nine

The wind turbine manufacturer Vestas presented this Wednesday a net loss of 71 million euros in the first nine months of the year, 93% less than in the same period of 2022. The reduction in loss was driven by an increase in activity levels and a higher gross margin, explained Vestas, one of the world’s … Continue reading Wind power company Vestas reduces its net loss by 93% in the first nine

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The development of offshore wind energy in Spain is imminent

Before the end of 2023, the hearing and information process of the regulatory framework for offshore wind will begin, which will lay the foundations for the development of offshore wind in Spain. Spain is prepared to develop offshore wind projects off our coasts. The Canary Islands announces the creation of a Canarian Observatory of Offshore … Continue reading The development of offshore wind energy in Spain is imminent

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Acciona Energía, selected to develop a new wind farm in the Philippines

ACCIONA Energía has announced today that it has been awarded, together with its local partner Freya Renewables, development rights for a 160MW wind farm in The Philippines. The contract has been awarded by the Philippine Department of Energy (DOE) through its fourth Open and Competitive Selection Process (OCSP4) for hydropower, geothermal and wind energy resources, … Continue reading Acciona Energía, selected to develop a new wind farm in the Philippines

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Record wind energy production in Italy and Portugal and downward trend in European electricity market prices

In the first week of November, wind energy production reached a weekly record in Italy and in Portugal it was the second highest in history. In addition, almost all markets registered an increase in production using this technology. This, together with lower demand and lower gas prices, contributed to a downward trend in European electricity … Continue reading Record wind energy production in Italy and Portugal and downward trend in European electricity market prices

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