ScottishPower Renewables and Ørsted are celebrating a decade of delivery in offshore wind as West of Duddon Sands wind farm marks its tenth year of operation. Built and operated as a 50/50 partnership, the 389MW West of Duddon Sands windfarm was brought to life in 2014, with its 108 Siemens 3.6MW wind turbines powering a … Continue reading ScottishPower and Ørsted celebrate decade of delivery in offshore wind power
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During the month of November, renewables generated 50.8%, with wind power being the leading technology in Spain’s mix
On November 21, the Spanish electricity system recorded the largest contribution of GWh of wind energy in a single day, up to 434 GWh, half of the entire national production for that day. The demand for electricity in Spain fell by 0.4% in November.National electricity demand in November fell by 0.4% compared to the same … Continue reading During the month of November, renewables generated 50.8%, with wind power being the leading technology in Spain’s mix
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Nordex receives the 17th German Corporate Sustainability Award in the “Motors and Turbines” category
We are pleased to announce that Nordex Group has been recognised with the German Corporate Sustainability Award as one of 100 industry pioneers. This prestigious award recognises our continuous efforts and innovation in the field of sustainable energy solutions. The award ceremony took place on Thursday 28 November 2024 during the 17th German Sustainability Day … Continue reading Nordex receives the 17th German Corporate Sustainability Award in the “Motors and Turbines” category
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American Clean Energy Breaks Records, Largest Q3 Ever
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) today released its latest Clean Power Quarterly Market Report, detailing a surge in clean energy deployment during Q3 2024, with 10.2 GW of clean energy capacity coming online. This record-setting quarter positions the industry to achieve a historic year in 2024, underscoring the strength of American clean power. Year-to-date … Continue reading American Clean Energy Breaks Records, Largest Q3 Ever
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What does a second Trump term mean for US photovoltaic solar?
A second Donald Trump presidency will have a big impact on the energy transition. The Biden administration’s landmark climate bill the Inflation Reduction Act had incentives for domestic solar manufacturing and installations. Tearing up the act could slow down the exponential growth in the sector. Sylvia Martinez is a principal analyst at Wood Mackenzie. She’s … Continue reading What does a second Trump term mean for US photovoltaic solar?
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Decline in wind energy allows gas to push European electricity markets above €100/MWh in the last week of November
In the last week of November, prices in most major European electricity markets increased and registered weekly averages above €100/MWh. The main causes of this increase were lower wind energy production and higher gas prices. Solar photovoltaic energy production was higher than the previous week and reached the second highest value for a November day … Continue reading Decline in wind energy allows gas to push European electricity markets above €100/MWh in the last week of November
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Avangrid and Portland General Electric Collaborate with QTS and Meta to Build 120 MWac Photovoltaic Solar Project in Oregon
Developed by Avangrid and now under construction, the Tower Solar project will deliver energy to Portland General Electric’s Green Future Impact program, creating over 200 jobs and local economic benefits to Morrow County. Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, and Portland General Electric (PGE) (NYSE: POR), … Continue reading Avangrid and Portland General Electric Collaborate with QTS and Meta to Build 120 MWac Photovoltaic Solar Project in Oregon
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Türkiye to invest $10B in energy storage to boost wind power and photovoltaic solar energy
Türkiye is making significant strides toward its 2053 net-zero carbon emissions goal by ramping up investments in energy storage systems according to Türkiye daily. The Energy Market Regulatory Authority (EMRA) approved a 35-gigawatt-hour (GWh) capacity allocation for grid-scale storage projects, with an estimated investment of $10 billion. Timeline: Energy storage investments will gain speed by … Continue reading Türkiye to invest $10B in energy storage to boost wind power and photovoltaic solar energy
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Armenia to Build Its First Industrial Wind Power Plant with ADB Support
Deputy Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure of Armenia, Hovhannes Harutyunyan, held a meeting with Asian Development Bank (ADB) energy specialist Areg Barseghyan to discuss the construction of the country’s first industrial wind power plant. The plant will be built in the Shirak region, in the area of the Karakhach Pass. According to Deputy Minister … Continue reading Armenia to Build Its First Industrial Wind Power Plant with ADB Support
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Rosatom starts building a 300 MW wind power plant in Daghestan, Russia
Rosatom Renewable Energy, a unit of the Russian nuclear company Rosatom, has begun construction of a 300 MW onshore wind project in the Republic of Daghestan, in south-western Russia. Rosatom said the wind park will become the largest in the country once completed. The project will be carried out in two phases, the first of which … Continue reading Rosatom starts building a 300 MW wind power plant in Daghestan, Russia
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Finland’s first commercial-scale offshore wind power plant is up and running
The work is already in full swing in Korsnäs off the west coast of Finland where one of the most significant industrial projects in the country is in progress. To achieve carbon neutrality by 2035 and to enhance Finland’s energy self-sufficiency, more electricity from renewable sources is needed. “Wind power, being a crucial energy source … Continue reading Finland’s first commercial-scale offshore wind power plant is up and running
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Photovoltaic installations are extensively deployed in areas at risk of extremely low production
Photovoltaic (PV) installations have rapidly and extensively been deployed worldwide as a promising alternative renewable energy source. However, weather anomalies could expose them to challenges in supply security by causing very low power production. Using reanalysis weather data from 1986 to 2021 and a high-resolution global inventory of PV installations, we assess the impact of … Continue reading Photovoltaic installations are extensively deployed in areas at risk of extremely low production
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Envision Energy boosts wind power in Kazakhstan with local manufacturing of wind turbines and storage systems
Envision Energy, a leading global green technology company, has taken a major step in strengthening Kazakhstan’s green energy transition by signing a strategic agreement with Samruk Energy and Kazakhstan Utility Systems to establish a localized manufacturing facility for wind turbines and energy storage systems in Kazakhstan. The agreement aims to enhance Kazakhstan’s renewable energy capacity, … Continue reading Envision Energy boosts wind power in Kazakhstan with local manufacturing of wind turbines and storage systems
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Huastro pioneers high-altitude wind turbine technology
Chinese wind energy manufacturer Huastro is confident in its high-altitude turbine tower technology and seeks global partners, the company told China.org.cn Saturday at the second China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) in Beijing. The current world’s tallest prestressed frame anti-fatigue steel tube wind turbine tower, measuring 170 meters in height, is located in Jiaozhou, Shandong … Continue reading Huastro pioneers high-altitude wind turbine technology
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Vietnam prepares for first offshore wind power project
It will take at least three years to build an offshore wind farm and put it into operation, which means that construction of the wind farm needs to begin in 2027. Under the eighth national power development plan for 2021-2030 (Plan 8) which was approved in May 2023, Vietnam strives to have 6,000MW of offshore … Continue reading Vietnam prepares for first offshore wind power project
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Naturgy secures AUD 2.3 billion in financing to boost development of its photovoltaic and wind energy portfolio in Australia
The group, through its international subsidiary Global Power Generation, has signed a financing line that will allow it to strengthen its liquidity and, at the same time, provide a financing platform to support GPG’s growth in Australia. GPG closes 2024 with a portfolio of 1 GW of projects in operation, to which 360 MW under … Continue reading Naturgy secures AUD 2.3 billion in financing to boost development of its photovoltaic and wind energy portfolio in Australia
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Spain approves 9 photovoltaic (PV) and hybrid projects for 764 MW, including 240 MW of storage in the fourth week of November
Declaration of public utility (BOE) of the Ququima photovoltaic plant with 231.68 MW of installed capacity, its evacuation infrastructure and the Ququima 30/220 kV electrical transformer substation (SET), located in the municipalities of Baza and Caniles (Granada), promoted by Aquila Clean Energy. Prior administrative authorisation (BOE) for the Peñaflor III and Peñaflor IV photovoltaic installations, … Continue reading Spain approves 9 photovoltaic (PV) and hybrid projects for 764 MW, including 240 MW of storage in the fourth week of November
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Chinese photovoltaic (PV) module exports up 5% month-on-month despite declines in Americas and Middle East
China exported 17.34 GW of modules in October, up nearly 5% MoM from 16.53 GW and up 5% YoY from 16.45 GW, according to InfoLink’s customs data. China exported 204.11 GW of modules from January to October, up 17% YoY from 174.11 GW. In October, the top five largest markets importing Chinese modules were, in … Continue reading Chinese photovoltaic (PV) module exports up 5% month-on-month despite declines in Americas and Middle East
Continue readingUS photovoltaics (PV) on track for record 32 GW installations in 2024
Sunny times ahead for US PV as installation is projected to reach 32 GW in 2024.The US renewable energy sector is expected to end 2024 on a high as a new industry report projects a massive 32 GW of photovoltaic (PV) installation for the year, according to data released by the American Clean Power Association … Continue reading US photovoltaics (PV) on track for record 32 GW installations in 2024
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Iran’s photovoltaic and wind power plants’ capacity reaches 1,317 MW
Iran’s renewable power capacity has reached 1,317 megawatts (MW), according to the latest data from the country’s Renewable energy and Energy Efficiency Organization (SATBA). Of this total, photovoltaic solar power plants contribute the largest share at 60 percent, equivalent to 608.03 MW, while wind power plants account for 29 percent, or 376.3 MW. Small hydropower … Continue reading Iran’s photovoltaic and wind power plants’ capacity reaches 1,317 MW
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