The Grimes project, with an investment of more than 285 million euros, will have a power of 210 MW that will supply renewable energy to more than 140,000 homes in the State of Texas. Naturgy continues to grow in the US with the start of construction of the Grimes project, its second large photovoltaic installation … Continue reading Naturgy begins its second photovoltaic in the United States
Continue readingRWE further expands renewables portfolio in Poland: 20th onshore wind farm starts operation
The onshore team has done a good job: All 16 wind turbines at the ?nin wind farm in Poland have been erected and the rotor blades are turning. In just 17 months, RWE has successfully connected its 20th onshore wind farm to the grid. The wind farm is located in Kujawsko-Pomorskie, about 260 kilometres east … Continue reading RWE further expands renewables portfolio in Poland: 20th onshore wind farm starts operation
Continue readingPhotovoltaic solar power will supply almost all growth in U.S. electricity generation through 2025
We expect solar electric generation will be the leading source of growth in the U.S. electric power sector. In our January Short-Term Energy Outlook (STEO), which contains new forecast data through December 2025, we forecast new capacity will boost the solar share of total generation to 5.6% in 2024 and 7.0% in 2025, up from … Continue reading Photovoltaic solar power will supply almost all growth in U.S. electricity generation through 2025
Continue readingEuropean electricity market prices start 2024 up, pushed by demand, while wind energy causes declines in the south
In the first week of 2024, increased demand drove prices higher in most European electricity markets. However, in Spain, Portugal and Italy, prices decreased due to a significant increase in wind energy production. On January 2, France reached a daily wind energy production record of 402 GWh. On that day, Front?Month futures of TTF gas in … Continue reading European electricity market prices start 2024 up, pushed by demand, while wind energy causes declines in the south
Continue readingEDP Renewables starts production of its first photovoltaic project in the Netherlands
Developed by Kronos Solar EDPR, this marks the initial step of EDPR’s plan to install close to 100 MWp in the country over the next few months. EDP Renewables (EDPR), a leading developer of renewable energy worldwide, has taken another step in its commitment to speed up the European energy transition by starting operation of … Continue reading EDP Renewables starts production of its first photovoltaic project in the Netherlands
Continue readingGE Vernova announces 2.4 GW wind turbine order for Pattern Energy’s SunZia wind project
Expected to be the largest wind power project in US history, powered by GE’s next generation workhorse turbine 3.6-154.Record order for GE wind with 674 wind turbines, providing 2.4 GW of power generation, bringing GE Vernova installed base with Pattern Energy to 4.3 GW. Reinforces GE Vernova’s commitment to revitalize and enhance American manufacturing – … Continue reading GE Vernova announces 2.4 GW wind turbine order for Pattern Energy’s SunZia wind project
Continue readingNordex receives orders from the United Kingdom for 150 megawatts of wind power
In December 2023, the Nordex Group received three orders from Scotland for a total of around 150 MW. The company will supply and install seven N149/5.X wind turbines for one wind farm and another seven of the same type of wind turbine along with two N133/4.8 wind turbines will be used for a second 50 … Continue reading Nordex receives orders from the United Kingdom for 150 megawatts of wind power
Continue readingVattenfall connects Danish offshore wind farm to the grid
Vattenfall has now completed 100 per cent of the offshore wind farm Vesterhav Syd. This means Vattenfall is delivering fossil free energy to 170.000 Danish households. Vattenfall has now completed 100 per cent of the offshore wind farm Vesterhav Syd. This means Vattenfall is delivering fossil free energy to 170.000 Danish households.Every single turbine at … Continue reading Vattenfall connects Danish offshore wind farm to the grid
Continue readingThings looking up again for offshore wind power in the UK
The UK went through a bad period on offshore wind. But several good things have happened in the last two months which restore confidence. The UK now looks like it will remain Europe’s largest offshore wind market. The UK has huge ambitions for offshore wind. They have 14.7 GW today which are producing 16% of … Continue reading Things looking up again for offshore wind power in the UK
Continue readingAcciona Energía completes its first wind-solar hybrid plant
Located in the municipalities of Villalba del Rey and Tinajas (Cuenca), the new 29.4MW photovoltaic facility joins an existing 36MW wind power complex. ACCIONA Energía has completed its first hybrid renewable energy plant with the construction of a 29.4MW photovoltaic plant on the site of the existing Escepar wind farm (36MW), located in the municipalities … Continue reading Acciona Energía completes its first wind-solar hybrid plant
Continue readingFloating wind farm in Canada prepares its first wind turbines
It will be a 300 to 400 megawatt floating offshore wind project located 20 to 30 kilometers off Goldboro, Nova Scotia.The site chosen for the project stands out for its constant, fast, constant and sustained winds. Expect between 20 and 25 giant wind turbines floating along one of the longest coastlines in the world. Harnessing … Continue reading Floating wind farm in Canada prepares its first wind turbines
Continue readingVisionary wind energy veteran Eddie O’Connor dies aged 76
With great sadness we honour Dr Eddie O’Connor, who has passed away. Eddie was a world-renowned entrepreneur and leader in renewable energy. A true visionary, he inspired generations to think differently; to think of a planet electrified by renewable energy. Mainstream Renewable Power founder Dr Eddie O’Connor A fearless pioneer, he relentlessly challenged the status … Continue reading Visionary wind energy veteran Eddie O’Connor dies aged 76
Continue readingEnvision Energy to supply 100 wind turbines for 300 MW wind power project in Karnataka
Envision Energy on Monday said it will supply around 100 wind turbines of 3.3 MW for a 300-MW wind farm in Karnataka.The project will be set up by investment fund Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) for Viviid Renewables (Viviid) in the southern state under a partnership, Envision Energy said.“CIP has signed a turbine supply agreement for … Continue reading Envision Energy to supply 100 wind turbines for 300 MW wind power project in Karnataka
Continue readingBOEM Announces Review of Future Development of Wind Energy Lease Areas Offshore New York and New Jersey
As part of the Biden-Harris administration’s goal of deploying 30 gigawatts (GW) of offshore wind energy capacity by 2030, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) is inviting the public to review and comment on a draft potential development of six wind lease areas offshore New York and New Jersey, in an area known as … Continue reading BOEM Announces Review of Future Development of Wind Energy Lease Areas Offshore New York and New Jersey
Continue readingStatkraft is planning record investments in Norwegian hydro and wind power
tatkraft, Europe’s largest renewable energy generator, is planning to invest up to six billion euros in upgrades to its Norwegian hydro and wind power facilities and construction of new onshore wind farms. ”Today, Statkraft is presenting the largest investment program of its kind in hydro- and wind power in Norway for decades. This will be … Continue reading Statkraft is planning record investments in Norwegian hydro and wind power
Continue readingThe World Bank grants a green loan of 300 million to Iberdrola for renewable projects in emerging countries
Iberdrola receives new recognition from the World Bank, through its private sector investment arm – International Finance Corporation (IFC) –. The institution and the electricity company have signed a loan, linked to ESG criteria (environmental, social and corporate governance), of 300 million euros for renewable projects in countries that depend on fossil fuels, such as … Continue reading The World Bank grants a green loan of 300 million to Iberdrola for renewable projects in emerging countries
Continue readingSolar and wind power in Gujarat
Renewable energy has emerged as a key focus area for the state of Gujarat in India. With its abundant natural resources and favorable policies, Gujarat has become a leading player in the renewable energy sector. This article explores the various initiatives and projects undertaken by the state government to promote renewable energy, highlighting the significant … Continue reading Solar and wind power in Gujarat
Continue readingFlorida can be a leader in the use of wind power and solar energy
Florida has the potential to become a leader in the use of clean, renewable energy sources. With its abundance of sunshine and access to wind resources, the state can take advantage of these natural advantages to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels. Investing in renewable energy infrastructure not only benefits the environment but also creates … Continue reading Florida can be a leader in the use of wind power and solar energy
Continue readingSuzlon bags 225 MW wind energy project
Suzlon will deploy WTGs from its 3-3.15 MW product series, featuring the larger rated 3 MW, S144-140m wind turbines.Shares of Suzlon Energy Ltd were trading 2% higher on 5 January after the company announced receiving a new order for 225 megawatt of wind energy from Everrenew Energy. In its regulatory filing, the company said that … Continue reading Suzlon bags 225 MW wind energy project
Continue readingGermany’s installed PV and wind power capacity increased by 17 GW in 2023
Germany added 2.9 GW of onshore wind power in 2023, more than the previous year. The total installed capacity at the end of 2023 was 60.9 GW. By 2030, installed capacity is expected to increase to 115 GW. To achieve this goal, 7.7 GW must be added each year in Germany. In 2023, the majority … Continue reading Germany’s installed PV and wind power capacity increased by 17 GW in 2023
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