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USTDA Supports Development of Hydropower in Malawi

U.S. Trade and Development Agency awarded a grant to the Ministry of Natural Resources, Energy and Mining (MNREM) of the Republic of Malawi.  The grant will fund a feasibility study to support the development of a hydropower plant on the Luweya River, located in the Nkhata Bay District in Malawi’s Northern Region. “This grant represents … Continue reading USTDA Supports Development of Hydropower in Malawi

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Solar energy is best solution to Nigeria’s power challenge

The Chief Executive Officer of Omatek Ventures Plc, Mrs. Florence Seriki has said the best way to address the short fall in power generation and distribution and also cut down on wasteful consumption of electricity in the country, is to adopt solar energy.     Seriki, who extended her business venture from assembling and manufacturing … Continue reading Solar energy is best solution to Nigeria’s power challenge

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Wind energy in Philippines: Trans-Asia inaugurates wind farm in Guimaras

The 54-megawatt wind farm of Trans-Asia Renewable Energy Corp. in San Lorenzo, Guimaras has sparked tourism and economic development in the province.   Trans-Asia, a unit of Trans-Asia Oil and Energy Development Corp., marked the third month of the wind farm’s commercial operations by holding a dedication ceremony for the project. “Moving forward, we are … Continue reading Wind energy in Philippines: Trans-Asia inaugurates wind farm in Guimaras

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O&M push wind power and competitiveness

In Oklahoma, where Enel Green Power North America has 534MW of wind power online and 350MW under construction, component replacement times have been greatly reduced thanks to the efficiency of on-site Operations & Maintenance teams and the Conditioning Monitoring System that checks the functioning of all working wind turbines.   Enel Green Power’s wind power … Continue reading O&M push wind power and competitiveness

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It is time for Africa to tap the solar power

Africa has the best potential for solar energy developments. The continent’s DNI as proof of this. Known as direct normal irradiation or Direct Solar Irradiance, the DNI is used to assess a region’s potential for generating energy through photovoltaics or concentrated solar power (CSP).   For a continent with the highest concentration of sunlight, one … Continue reading It is time for Africa to tap the solar power

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USTDA Strengthens Support of Wind Power Development in Vietnam

Today the U.S. Trade and Development Agency awarded a grant to the Cong Ly Construction-Trade-Tourism Company Ltd. to develop a 300-megawatt (MW) wind power project in Vietnam. The feasibility study grant will assist Cong Ly Ltd., a private sector firm that operates the only near-offshore wind project in Vietnam, in its efforts to develop a … Continue reading USTDA Strengthens Support of Wind Power Development in Vietnam

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International prize awarded to Acciona for sustainability with a wind power project in Mexico

Acciona Energía has won the Infraestructura 360º prize awarded by the Inter-American Development Bank (IADB) for the sustainability of its infrastructure projects implemented in the Latin America/Caribbean area. The winning project was the Eurus wind farm, a 250.5-megawatt (MW) facility located in the west of the State of Oaxaca, Mexico. The jury particularly highlighted its … Continue reading International prize awarded to Acciona for sustainability with a wind power project in Mexico

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Solar Energy in Tajikistan’s Mountains

Renewable energy currently provides the main hope that the world can avoid the catastrophic consequences of climate change. But in addition to its bigger picture promise, renewable technologies can help solve the pressing social and environmental problems of local communities without requiring complex gadgets or significant investment.     In late December 2014 the village … Continue reading Solar Energy in Tajikistan’s Mountains

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Facebook develops solar power drones

Looks like Facebook’s ambitions are of a flying variety. Code named the Aquila (that is The Eagle to you), Facebook plans on beaming down the internet to its users through that very Eagle. At its F8 developer conference today in Fort Mason, Facebook revealed plans that showcased a V shaped unmanned vehicle that has a wingspan comparable to … Continue reading Facebook develops solar power drones

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Global Wind Power Installations Increased by 42 Percent in 2014

A new report from Navigant Research covers developments in the wind energy sector during 2014, including an analysis of the important changes in the industry over the last 3 years and global market forecasts through 2019.   Fueled by the policy-driven acceleration of installations in three key countries—China, Germany, and the United States—the global wind … Continue reading Global Wind Power Installations Increased by 42 Percent in 2014

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GE Energy Financial Services Acquires Langhope Rig Wind Farm in Scotland from SSE

GE Energy Financial Services, a unit of GE (NYSE: GE), announced today that it has signed an agreement with SSE plc, one of the largest generators and suppliers of energy in the UK, to acquire the 16-megawatt Langhope Rig wind farm, which is nearing construction completion near Hawick, in the Scottish Borders. Situated approximately 55 … Continue reading GE Energy Financial Services Acquires Langhope Rig Wind Farm in Scotland from SSE

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Siemens signs long-term service extension for Rhyl Flats offshore wind farm in North Wales

Siemens has signed a long-term agreement with Rhyl Flats Wind Farm Ltd., 50.1% owned by RWE AG, to continue providing service and maintenance at the Rhyl Flats wind farm off the coast of North Wales for the next 15 years.   Siemens has been providing service and maintenance for the 25 SWT-3.6-107 turbines at Rhyl … Continue reading Siemens signs long-term service extension for Rhyl Flats offshore wind farm in North Wales

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Construction for the Dudgeon Offshore Wind Farm commences in Norfolk

Work has now commenced in Norfolk to install the underground cables and construct the substations that will enable electricity produced by the Dudgeon Offshore Wind Farm to be distributed into the UK National Grid electricity network. Two underground cables will run from Weybourne on the North Norfolk coast to Necton, near Swaffham where the new … Continue reading Construction for the Dudgeon Offshore Wind Farm commences in Norfolk

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Gamesa, leading OEM in wind energy in India and Mexico in 2014

With a market share of 21.5%, the company is the number two OEM in Brazil, one of the most promising wind power regions. Gamesa, a global technology leader in wind energy, continues to boost its leadership position in the most promising wind energy markets: the company ended 2014 as the top-ranked OEM in India and … Continue reading Gamesa, leading OEM in wind energy in India and Mexico in 2014

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U.S. wind power: Vestas wind turbines for a wind farm in Maine

Vestas has received a firm and unconditional order in the United States for 13 V112-3.075 MW wind turbines for the Passadumkeag wind farm in Penobscot County, Maine.   The order was placed by Passadumkeag Windpark, LLC, an affiliate of Quantum Utility Generation, LLC.  The project’s scope includes supply and commissioning of the wind turbines as … Continue reading U.S. wind power: Vestas wind turbines for a wind farm in Maine

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The global market for electric vehicles has now reached at 740,000 electric cars

The global market for electric vehicles has now reached at 740,000 electric cars, out of which 320,000 were registered in 2014. The report was revealed by Centre for Solar Energy and Hydrogen Research Baden-Württemburg (ZSW) in Germany.   This rapid growth has been driven by various market leaders, including the Nissan Leaf, Tesla’s Model S, … Continue reading The global market for electric vehicles has now reached at 740,000 electric cars

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Wind energy in South Africa: Nordex awarded 111 MW wind power project with 37 N117/3000 wind turbines

Nordex SE is broadening its market position in South Africa with the award of a further firmly financed order for a total of 111 MW. The turnkey wind farm located in the south of the country will have 37 N117/3000 wind turbines, making it the first one in South Africa to be fitted with Generation … Continue reading Wind energy in South Africa: Nordex awarded 111 MW wind power project with 37 N117/3000 wind turbines

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Wind energy in Denmark: Vestas has secured a wind farm order for 11 V117-3.3 MW wind turbines

The 36 MW order for the Rødby Fjord project has been placed by long-time Vestas customer European Energy A/S. The order includes supply, installation, and commissioning of the wind turbines, along with a 15-year full-scope Vestas Active Output Management (AOM 4000) service agreement. Turbine delivery is expected in the fourth quarter of 2015. “For more … Continue reading Wind energy in Denmark: Vestas has secured a wind farm order for 11 V117-3.3 MW wind turbines

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