In September, the National Electric Energy Agency (ANEEL) recorded an increase of 711.33 megawatts (MW) in the country’s installed electricity generation capacity, an advance that contributed to a growth of 7.8 gigawatts (GW) in the electricity matrix throughout 2024. From January to September, 219 plants came into operation, of which approximately 90% are wind and … Continue reading Brazil’s electricity supply to 2024 is expected to increase by 7.8 GW between photovoltaic and wind energy
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El Salvador reaches 633 MW of photovoltaic
According to data from the General Superintendence of Electricity and Telecommunications (Siget), solar photovoltaic represented 21.1% of the total installed capacity in 2023.The General Superintendence of Electricity and Telecommunications (Siget) has released the data on installed capacity for 2023, which highlights that photovoltaic power occupies 21.1% of the total, very close to the 21.2% of … Continue reading El Salvador reaches 633 MW of photovoltaic
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First offshore major corrective maintenance in a floating wind turbine
In recent times, we have learned about several major corrective maintenances (replacement of a main component) that have had to be carried out on some of the pioneering floating wind farms worldwide. This was the case with Hywind Scotland, which had to tow its 5 SWT-6.0-154s to port, and also with Kincardine, which had to … Continue reading First offshore major corrective maintenance in a floating wind turbine
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Spain approves 2.56 GW for 32 photovoltaic and hybrid wind and battery projects (BESS) in September
The Official State Gazette contains announcements for the month of September of 32 photovoltaic and hybrid wind and battery projects (BESS).Application for the declaration of public utility of the Maira Beta Group Photovoltaic Plant of 140.127 MW and its evacuation infrastructures, in the municipal terms of La Vid de Bureba, Berzosa de Bureba, Vileña, Grisaleña, … Continue reading Spain approves 2.56 GW for 32 photovoltaic and hybrid wind and battery projects (BESS) in September
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Sweden’s 100 GW Offshore Wind Power Ambition
Sweden, a northern European nation with coastlines along the North and Baltic Seas, is positioned to become a key player in offshore wind energy. The country prioritizes sourcing energy from renewable resources and aims to become a net-zero carbon economy by 2045. Its power sector targets 100% renewable electricity production by 2040. Currently, Sweden’s electricity … Continue reading Sweden’s 100 GW Offshore Wind Power Ambition
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China and Nicaragua sign loan to build a third photovoltaic plant
China and Nicaragua signed important credit facility agreements for an amount of 70.5 million dollars, to execute the photovoltaic solar project in the Masaya department, called ENESOLAR 3; which will strengthen ENACAL’s pumping systems. Minister Ervin Barreda, executive president of ENACAL, representing the government of the Republic of Nicaragua, signed the contract for the project … Continue reading China and Nicaragua sign loan to build a third photovoltaic plant
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Akuo inaugurates one of Portugal’s largest photovoltaic (PV) solar plants
Akuo, renewable energy power producer and developer, has inaugurated the Santas solar plant, located in the municipalities of Monforte, Borba and Estremoz, in the Alentejo Region. With a capacity of 181 MWp, it is one of the largest solar plants in Portugal. Winner of the Portuguese governments call for tender in August 2019, the Santas … Continue reading Akuo inaugurates one of Portugal’s largest photovoltaic (PV) solar plants
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Acciona Energía’s MacIntyre Wind Farm starts generating electricity
The initial 27 wind turbines of the MacIntyre Wind Farm in Queensland (Australia) have been connected to the grid, generating the project’s first renewable electricity. ACCIONA Energía has announced today that the initial 27 wind turbines of the MacIntyre Wind Farm in Queensland (Australia) have been connected to the grid, generating the project’s first renewable … Continue reading Acciona Energía’s MacIntyre Wind Farm starts generating electricity
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EDP donates photovoltaic installations to support firefighters
EDP, a global leader in renewable energy and energy transition, will install photovoltaic panels and donate generators to support selected units of the State Fire Service. The goal is to create better conditions and ensure energy independence for the firefighters in the areas most-affected by the recent floods in Poland. Recognizing the efforts of firefighters … Continue reading EDP donates photovoltaic installations to support firefighters
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Spain authorised 10,060.8 MW of photovoltaic (PV) and 2,237.1 MW of wind energy in the third quarter
A total of 263 renewable energy projects, with an aggregate capacity of 12,299.5 MW, have obtained administrative authorisation throughout the third quarter of the year. This is stated in a report by the Foro Sella Renewable Energy Observatory, prepared by Opina 360, which for the first time collects data from both the Official State Gazette … Continue reading Spain authorised 10,060.8 MW of photovoltaic (PV) and 2,237.1 MW of wind energy in the third quarter
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Impact of hybridisation of renewable energy and batteries on the energy transition and PPA
Hybridisation of batteries and renewable energy not only improves the technical efficiency of projects but also provides significant advantages in the PPA field, both for producers and buyers. With this growing trend, the future of energy storage and management is shaping up to be one of the most strategic pillars for decarbonising the European energy … Continue reading Impact of hybridisation of renewable energy and batteries on the energy transition and PPA
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RWE unveils first wind turbine blade for Sofia Offshore Wind Farm at Siemens Gamesa factory in Hull
Siemens Gamesa’s Hull factory is producing blades for 100 state-of-the-art 14 MW offshore wind turbines that will power RWE’s Sofia project. Sofia Offshore Wind Farm on target for completion towards end of 2026. Ceremony to unveil the first of the new blades was attended by RWE UK Country Chair Tom Glover, Darren Davidson, Vice President … Continue reading RWE unveils first wind turbine blade for Sofia Offshore Wind Farm at Siemens Gamesa factory in Hull
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RWE starts construction of battery storage projects with a combined capacity of 450 MW in the U.S.
Construction is underway at RWE’s Crowned Heron 1 and 2 and Cartwheel battery storage systems in Texas, with commissioning planned for 2025. Once completed, the projects will add 450 MW BESS capacity to RWE’s US operating footprint. RWE’s U.S. BESS platform to help enhance regional grid resilince, contribute toward goal to expand battery storage capacity … Continue reading RWE starts construction of battery storage projects with a combined capacity of 450 MW in the U.S.
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Qair reaches major photovoltaic (PV) storage in Poland
Independent renewable energy company Qair has announced the launch of its largest photovoltaic farm in Poland, and the surpassing of 500 MW of installed capacity in the country. Following the recent inauguration of a 60 MW photovoltaic farm in Kalisz Pomorski, Qair continues its expansion with the launch of a new 80 MW solar installation … Continue reading Qair reaches major photovoltaic (PV) storage in Poland
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Agility in the processing of wind power projects, protecting the wind industry and increasing electrification in Spain
The Wind Energy Business Association (AEE) is holding a new edition of the technical and technological knowledge forum for the wind energy sector in Spain, the ‘Operational Analysis of Wind Farms’ conference. More than 200 experts are meeting to analyse and discuss improvements in the operation and maintenance of Spanish wind farms. Spain is one … Continue reading Agility in the processing of wind power projects, protecting the wind industry and increasing electrification in Spain
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New Jersey Coast Wind Farm Gets Approval to Begin Construction
Atlantic Shores South Projects 1 and 2 secured key federal approval to begin building what is positioned to become New Jersey’s first offshore wind farm, the Interior Department announced. The approval of the projects’ construction and operations plans, which forecast a generation capacity of 2.8 GW of electricity, enables developers to start construction next year, … Continue reading New Jersey Coast Wind Farm Gets Approval to Begin Construction
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Solar photovoltaics (PV) accounts for 44% of global renewable energy employment
Solar PV jobs represented 44% of all the global renewable energy workforce in 2023, according to a report from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). In its 11th edition of the ‘Renewable Energy and Jobs’ annual report, IRENA highlighted that directly or indirectly, renewable energy employed 16.2 million people in 2023, of which 7.1 million … Continue reading Solar photovoltaics (PV) accounts for 44% of global renewable energy employment
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Vattenfall expands offshore maintenance capacity with Van Oord contract for wind turbine servicing
Vattenfall is set to increase its offshore wind turbine servicing capabilities by signing a multi-year framework contract with Van Oord for the charter of the jack-up vessel, MPI Resolution. This contract will provide guaranteed availability of the vessel for several months each year, primarily during the peak maintenance season from early March to late October. … Continue reading Vattenfall expands offshore maintenance capacity with Van Oord contract for wind turbine servicing
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Nordex receives 66 MW order for wind power from the UK
At the end of September, Nordex Group received a 66 MW order in Scotland. Nordex Group will supply twelve N149/5.X wind turbines for the construction of a new onshore wind farm for Capital Dynamics, a global, independent private asset management company that has been investing directly in clean energy assets in the UK since 2010 … Continue reading Nordex receives 66 MW order for wind power from the UK
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Wind energy (21.1%) and photovoltaic (19.5%) dominate electricity generation in September in Spain
During this month of September, renewables have generated 33% more than in the same period of the previous year and have accounted for 53% of the monthly mix. National electricity demand experienced an increase of 3.1% in September compared to the same month of the previous year, once the effects of temperature and working hours … Continue reading Wind energy (21.1%) and photovoltaic (19.5%) dominate electricity generation in September in Spain
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