Thousands of mirrors neatly arranged in concentric circles gaze up at an enormous concrete pillar towering 195 meters (640 feet) above the desert sand. Not far from Las Vegas, the Crescent Dunes concentrating solar power plant looks like something from a sci-fi flick. But it’s actually a real-world billion-dollar megaproject, completed in 2015 with the goal of making electricity for … Continue reading As China ramps up investment in concentrated solar power (CSP), is the technology poised for a revival?
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Nordex receives orders for 638 MW of wind power in Türkiye in Q4, exceeds 1 GW of orders in 2024
In the fourth quarter of 2024, Nordex received orders for a total of 97 wind turbines from Türkiye, the majority of which were placed by the end of December. The orders totalling 638 MW also include service contracts for the wind turbines over a period of several years. With these orders, the Nordex Group achieved … Continue reading Nordex receives orders for 638 MW of wind power in Türkiye in Q4, exceeds 1 GW of orders in 2024
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Gas, wind energy and demand again marked a mixed evolution of European electricity market prices in the second week of 2025
In the second week of 2025, gas prices, wind energy and demand again marked a mixed evolution in the main European electricity markets. Declining gas prices and increased wind energy production drove prices down in some markets, while in others, rising demand favored the increase in prices. In the British N2EX market, on January 10 … Continue reading Gas, wind energy and demand again marked a mixed evolution of European electricity market prices in the second week of 2025
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UAE President witnesses launch of world’s first 24/7 Solar Photovoltaic (PV), Battery Storage gigascale project to be built in Abu Dhabi
In the presence of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar and Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) today announced the launch of the world’s first large-scale ‘round the clock’ gigascale project, combining solar power and battery storage in Abu Dhabi. The launch was announced … Continue reading UAE President witnesses launch of world’s first 24/7 Solar Photovoltaic (PV), Battery Storage gigascale project to be built in Abu Dhabi
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Chile sets wind and photovoltaic records in 2024
In December 2024, Chile generated 42% of its electricity from wind and photovoltaic, surpassing the previous monthly record of 39.6% set in September 2024. This is according to the latest figures from global energy think tank Ember, which show that throughout 2024, solar and wind generated a record 33% of Chile’s electricity, up from 30% … Continue reading Chile sets wind and photovoltaic records in 2024
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Vattenfall signs contract for wind farm service vessels
Vattenfall has signed a contract with French ship owner Louis Dreyfus Armateurs for up to three large Service Operation Vessels to be used at existing and planned offshore wind farms in the North Sea. The 90 meter Service Operation Vessels will be used to support offshore wind farm operations and maintenance in the North Sea … Continue reading Vattenfall signs contract for wind farm service vessels
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Nordex secures orders for 247 MW wind turbines from Canada and reaches 1 GW of wind energy sales in North America in 2024
Nordex’s order intake for North America increased by 350% compared to the previous year. At the end of December, Nordex Group received orders for 36 N163/6.X wind turbines for projects in Canada. The Delta4000 series wind turbines are destined for wind farms in Nova Scotia. Nordex Group will deliver the wind turbines, each with a … Continue reading Nordex secures orders for 247 MW wind turbines from Canada and reaches 1 GW of wind energy sales in North America in 2024
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Test campaign of the new E-175 EP5 E2 wind turbines
ENERCON’s preparations for wind power market launch are in full swing / Logistics are ready for delivery to prototype construction site in Germany ENERCON’s preparations for the market launch of the new E-175 EP5 E2 are in full swing: The prototype team is making further progress with the test campaign of the E2 generator at … Continue reading Test campaign of the new E-175 EP5 E2 wind turbines
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Off-Grid Energy Mastery: Your Comprehensive Guide to Battery Systems and Photovoltaic Solar Integration
Broadly speaking, off-grid batteries capture and store energy generated from solar panels. These batteries are important in making sure you’ve got a continuous power supply, especially during periods when sunlight is unavailable. Essentially, they enable you to harness solar energy, provide resilience against grid outages, and often result in long-term cost savings. To get a … Continue reading Off-Grid Energy Mastery: Your Comprehensive Guide to Battery Systems and Photovoltaic Solar Integration
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India to reach 97.86 GW of photovoltaic (PV) and 48.16 GW of wind power in 2024
India’s renewable energy sector has made remarkable progress, the Union Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has reported. Between December 2023 and December 2024, the total installed renewable energy capacity reached 209.44 GW, reflecting a growth of 15.84% compared to 180.80 GW in December 2023. This achievement underlines India’s commitment to its clean energy … Continue reading India to reach 97.86 GW of photovoltaic (PV) and 48.16 GW of wind power in 2024
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China’s first autonomous offshore wind power inspection platform begins operation in E.China’s Jiangsu
China’s first autonomous offshore wind power inspection platform was officially put into operation at an offshore wind farm on Saturday in Rudong, East China’s Jiangsu Province, marking a significant breakthrough in the operation and maintenance capabilities of the country’s offshore wind power equipment, CCTV reported. The platform, developed by China Longyuan Power Group, a subsidiary … Continue reading China’s first autonomous offshore wind power inspection platform begins operation in E.China’s Jiangsu
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PPC Renewables places three orders with Nordex for a total of 100 MW of wind power in Greece
Nordex surpasses the 1 GW mark of wind turbines in Greece. In December 2024, PPC Renewables, a 100 percent subsidiary of PPC Group, ordered 19 N149/5.X wind turbines from the Nordex Group in Greece. The wind turbines with hub heights of 100 meters are intended for three projects with a total nominal capacity of 100 … Continue reading PPC Renewables places three orders with Nordex for a total of 100 MW of wind power in Greece
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How did the solar energy photovoltaic sector performed in 2024?
Last year, we started the first edition of the year by focusing on the EU Market Outlook for Solar Power. Similarly to last year, the report is dense, but it contains a wealth of interesting data and predictions. If you wish to make a comparison, we recommend splitting your screen in two, with the edition … Continue reading How did the solar energy photovoltaic sector performed in 2024?
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Solar energy photovoltaic (PV) grew by 40% in 2024 and reaches 52 GW in Brazil
Solar energy photovoltaic has just reached the 52 GW mark of installed capacity in Brazil, according to a report published by ABSOLAR (Brazilian Association of Solar Photovoltaic Energy).In the same period last year, the volume of installed photovoltaic power in operation in the country was 37 GW, representing a growth of approximately 40% since then. … Continue reading Solar energy photovoltaic (PV) grew by 40% in 2024 and reaches 52 GW in Brazil
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Europe gets 20% of its electricity from wind. But not enough new wind farms being built. Urgent action needed on permitting, grids and electrification
Europe gets 20% of its electricity from wind power, but not enough new wind farms are being built. Urgent action is needed on permitting, grids and electrification. Wind energy was 20% of all the electricity consumed in Europe. But Europe is not building enough new wind farms. The EU built only 13 GW last year, … Continue reading Europe gets 20% of its electricity from wind. But not enough new wind farms being built. Urgent action needed on permitting, grids and electrification
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Nordex receives orders for a total of 259 MW of wind power in Spain
In December 2024, Nordex received orders for a total of 259 MW from four different customers in Spain. The orders comprise a total of 42 wind turbines, including 27 N163/5.X wind turbines, 13 N163/6.X wind turbines and 2 N149/5.X wind turbines. The orders also include maintenance of the wind turbines, with a term of between … Continue reading Nordex receives orders for a total of 259 MW of wind power in Spain
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Spain approved 34 photovoltaic and hybrid projects in December for 2.87 GW, including 428.7 MW of storage
Application for a declaration of public utility for the Cañuelo II photovoltaic plant project, with a capacity of 23 MW, in the municipality of Los Barrios (Cádiz), promoted by Capital Dynamics. Application for Prior Administrative Authorization and Administrative Authorization for Construction of the hybridization projects for the Solaben PV1 and Solaben PV6 photovoltaic plants, both … Continue reading Spain approved 34 photovoltaic and hybrid projects in December for 2.87 GW, including 428.7 MW of storage
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India added 24.5 GW of photovoltaic (PV) capacity and 3.4 GW of wind power in 2024
India added 24.5 GW of photovoltaic (PV) capacity and 3.4 GW of wind power in 2024, doubling solar installations and increasing wind capacity by 21% from 2023, according to JMK Research & Analytics. These additions brought India’s total renewable energy capacity to 209.44 GW, of which solar PV accounts for 47% of the total. India … Continue reading India added 24.5 GW of photovoltaic (PV) capacity and 3.4 GW of wind power in 2024
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Windey unveils a 16 MW floating wind turbine and plans a 16 MW onshore model
Windey has installed a 16 MW wind turbine on a floating offshore wind platform, according to a LinkedIn post and coverage by Windpower Monthly. While the announcement is somewhat unclear, Windey states that the platform, named Seahawk, has been tested for over a year and features doubly fed induction generator (DFIG) technology. The accompanying photo … Continue reading Windey unveils a 16 MW floating wind turbine and plans a 16 MW onshore model
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Wind power overtakes nuclear in Sweden for first time
Electricity production from wind power hits record high in Sweden in 2024, with wind power overtaking nuclear power for the first time in the last quarter, the Swedish Wind Energy Association (SWEA) said in a statement.In December, wind power was the largest source of electricity for the first time, ahead of hydro and nuclear power, … Continue reading Wind power overtakes nuclear in Sweden for first time
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