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U.S.’s NextEra files complaint over Spain’s new Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) rules

U.S.renewable energy group NextEra has filed a complaint against Spain before the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) over changes to Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) rules, the fourth complaint of its kind. The Spanish government has passed a series of measures over the past two years that cut and, in some cases, eliminate subsidies on … Continue reading U.S.’s NextEra files complaint over Spain’s new Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) rules

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Vestas wind power appoints new President for Vestas Central Europe

Dr. Christoph Vogel has been appointed new Group Senior Vice President of Vestas and President of Vestas Central Europe. Christoph, who comes from a position as Vice President & General Manager at Johnson Controls, enters into his new position on 1 June. Christoph has extensive global experiences across multiple businesses and functions. He has held … Continue reading Vestas wind power appoints new President for Vestas Central Europe

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Turkey’s dependency on foreign energy resources should be eliminated

The Soma mine disaster claimed 301 lives last week, sparking, among other debates, discussion over the use of fossil fuels and Turkey’s dependency on foreign energy. Turkey has an obligation to pursue clean energy, despite the fact that the government has not pursued a transition to renewable energy sources, as some developed countries have. Since … Continue reading Turkey’s dependency on foreign energy resources should be eliminated

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33 wind power projects under development in Pakistan

AEDB is pursuing and facilitating 33 wind power projects which are in different stages of development through collaboration of private sector. There are three wind power projects of 150MW capacity under construction and will be completed in 2014 while another 13 wind projects having a cumulative capacity of 680 MW are at advance stages and … Continue reading 33 wind power projects under development in Pakistan

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WFES 2012 to support integration of solar energy (photovoltaic and Concentrated Solar Power) in MENA

With the cost of solar energy modules plummeting by 76 per cent in just three years, according to Bloomberg New Energy Finance, experts say the key to widespread adoption will depend less on price and more on improved awareness of the potential of the technology. That is the message that solar power innovators and analysts … Continue reading WFES 2012 to support integration of solar energy (photovoltaic and Concentrated Solar Power) in MENA

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Wind energy is an attractive alternative to fossil fuels

Wind energy is an attractive alternative to fossil fuels. It is plentiful, renewable,widely distributed, clean and produces no greenhouse gas emissions. Europe is a global leader in wind energy. In 2009, it accounted for five of the top ten wind suppliers and it held a 46 % share of globally installed wind energy capacity. In … Continue reading Wind energy is an attractive alternative to fossil fuels

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nkt cables’ order for the Gemini wind power power

As announced previously, nkt cables is involved in the offshore wind farm project “Gemini” developed by Typhoon Offshore B.V. and owned by a consortium of investors. The consortium has now confirmed that the project has reached financial close. With this, nkt cables has now received a binding order worth approximately 165 mEUR for the delivery … Continue reading nkt cables’ order for the Gemini wind power power

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Nautricity given consent for Mull of Kintyre tidal power scheme

Nautricity, the renewable energy company, has been given the go-ahead to develop one of the UK’s first ‘next generation’ tidal energy schemes in waters off the Mull of Kintyre. Marine Scotland has given consent for the deployment of the first Contra Rotating Marine Turbine (CoRMaT) device, capable of generating enough electricity to supply 400 homes, … Continue reading Nautricity given consent for Mull of Kintyre tidal power scheme

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Wind energy sector in Europe reaches 117 GW in 2013

The wind energy sector reached 117 GW of installed capacity in Europe in 2013. This is sufficient, in a normal wind year, to produce 257 TWh of electricity and supply 8% of the EU’s electricity consumption, according to a Strategic Research Agenda / Market Deployment Strategy (SRA/MDS) published by the European Wind Energy Technology Platform … Continue reading Wind energy sector in Europe reaches 117 GW in 2013

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Wind energy business community urge Congress to pass the EXPIRE act after holiday break

The Senate recessed for the Memorial Day break without a vote on the EXPIRE act to extend dozens of crucial tax policies, including the Production Tax Credit (PTC) and Investment Tax Credit (ITC) for clean energy. A letter was delivered to Senators earlier in the week from a broad spectrum of the business community urging … Continue reading Wind energy business community urge Congress to pass the EXPIRE act after holiday break

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2014: The Year of Concentrating Solar Power

Last year, the U.S. installed 410 megawatts (MW) of Concentrated Solar Power (CSP), increasing total CSP capacity by more than 80%. The Department of Energy (DoE) recently announced that $10 million will be distributed in Colorado, Florida, Alabama, Washington and California for six new research and development projects that will advance innovative concentrated solar power … Continue reading 2014: The Year of Concentrating Solar Power

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GE inks 400 MW wind turbines deal for Texas wind farm

New Generation Power Texas has signed a contract with GE for the supply of 235 wind turbines and related services for their 400 Megawatt Texas Wind Project. Construction began in December 2013 and will be built out over two phases. NGP Texas has brought together a team of industry leaders in order to successfully complete … Continue reading GE inks 400 MW wind turbines deal for Texas wind farm

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Wind power, solar energy to get big push in India under Narendra Modi-led NDA

The Narendra Modi government is likely to harness solar power and give a fillip to development of offshore wind energy so as to provide electricity to every household in the near future, industry officials said today. The incoming government led by Narendra Modi is likely to harness solar power and give a fillip to development … Continue reading Wind power, solar energy to get big push in India under Narendra Modi-led NDA

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Nordex invests up to EUR 50 million to strengthen its rotor blade capabilities

“The rotor is the motor”, said Nordex CEO Dr. Jürgen Zeschky at a local press conference in Rostock hold May 21st, highlighting the strategic importance of rotor blades as a core technology. Last year, Nordex SE achieved growth of around 33 percent, not least due to strong demand for its highly efficient turbines with their … Continue reading Nordex invests up to EUR 50 million to strengthen its rotor blade capabilities

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The Socio-economic Benefits of Solar Power and Wind Energy

With many economies facing slow growth prospects, policy makers increasingly see chances for greater income, improved trade balances, industrial development and job creation through renewable energy deployment. However, detailed evidence on these effects remains limited. The Socio-economic Benefits of Solar and Wind Energy, an ‘econValue’ report from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), sheds light … Continue reading The Socio-economic Benefits of Solar Power and Wind Energy

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Renault inks MOU with LG Chem to jointly develop future EV batteries

Renault S.A., the world’s largest manufacturer of electric vehicles (EV), said Wednesday that it has signed an agreement with LG Chem to jointly develop high density batteries that will power its next-generation zero emission cars. The French automaker, which controls Renault-Nissan Alliance and South Korea’s Renault Samsung Motors Co., said the agreement lays the foundation … Continue reading Renault inks MOU with LG Chem to jointly develop future EV batteries

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Microelectronics in Electric Vehicles have surpassed 130 million miles over 5 years

BYD Microelectronics (BME), a division of the global BYD Company Ltd., proudly announced this week that the Multi-channel, Current Transducers in BYD Electric Cars have reached an operational milestone of over 130,000,000 miles in the last five years. Electric Vehicles have operated for more than 400,000 miles each and the BLX9 (the main BME multi-channel … Continue reading Microelectronics in Electric Vehicles have surpassed 130 million miles over 5 years

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