Colombia is making significant changes to the terms of its upcoming offshore wind auction to attract a broader group of bidders, according to Energy Minister Andrés Camacho. The revised rules, which will be officially announced at the COP28 climate meeting in Dubai, aim to address concerns raised by companies and industry groups about the initial … Continue reading Colombia will hold offshore wind energy auction
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Ethiopia partners with AMEA Power for wind energy project
Ethiopia has taken a significant step towards achieving its renewable energy goals with the signing of an agreement with AMEA Power, a recognized player in the renewable energy sector. The deal involves the construction of a 300-megawatt wind farm, known as the Aysha project, which upon completion will serve as the country’s largest wind power … Continue reading Ethiopia partners with AMEA Power for wind energy project
Continue readingThe rise of wind turbines in Ireland
In Malachy McKenna’s play The Quiet Land, the characters Eamon and Nashee, two elderly farmers, engage in a heated debate over the decline of lawn mowing and the advent of wind turbines. The picturesque mountains of western Ireland, once dotted with men mowing grass, are now home to impressive wind farms. The contrast between old … Continue reading The rise of wind turbines in Ireland
Continue readingThe potential of offshore wind energy in Atlantic Canada
Atlantic Canada has a unique opportunity to harness the power of offshore wind energy and become a leading player in the transition to green energy with wind turbines. According to a recent report from the Public Policy Forum, Atlantic Canada has the potential to develop 15 gigawatts (GW) of offshore wind, which could generate enough … Continue reading The potential of offshore wind energy in Atlantic Canada
Continue readingNew wave of wind turbine purchase agreements indicates strong growth in the wind industry
The wind energy industry continues to gain momentum, as evidenced by the recent increase in turbine purchase agreements (TPAs) around the world. According to a report from Windpower Intelligence, the research and data division of Windpower Monthly, ten major TPAs were produced in the month of November alone, further cementing wind power’s position as a … Continue reading New wave of wind turbine purchase agreements indicates strong growth in the wind industry
Continue readingVestas wins 46 MW wind power order in Japan
Vestas has secured a 46 MW repowering order with Eurus Energy Holdings Corporation for the Eurus Kamaishi wind farm in Iwate prefecture, Japan. The order includes the supply and supervision of the installation of 11 units of V117-4.2 MW wind turbines. Vestas will also offer a multi-year Active Output Management 4000 (AOM 4000) service for … Continue reading Vestas wins 46 MW wind power order in Japan
Continue readingVestas secures 203 MW wind power order for V163-4.5 MW wind turbines in the US
Vestas has received a 203 MW order for the undisclosed wind farm in the US. The order consists of 45 V163-4.5 MW wind turbines. The orders include the supply, delivery and commissioning of the wind turbines, as well as a multi-year Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) service agreement, designed to ensure optimized performance of … Continue reading Vestas secures 203 MW wind power order for V163-4.5 MW wind turbines in the US
Continue readingEuropean Parliament voted to boost wind energy tech made in Europe
On Tuesday the European Parliament voted on its position for the negotiations with European Commission and Member States on the Net-Zero Industry Act (NZIA). MEP Christian Ehler, drafting the Parliament’s position, has put forward a proposal which supports a strong European wind industry to deliver on Europe’s climate and energy security objectives in the lead … Continue reading European Parliament voted to boost wind energy tech made in Europe
Continue readingOctopus Energy collaborates with SAP to develop wind energy in Sierra Leone
Octopus Energy, a leading green energy solutions provider, has announced an innovative partnership with Sherbro Alliance Partners (SAP) to build Sierra Leone’s inaugural wind farm by 2024. As part of Octopus Energy’s commitment to promoting sustainable practices across the world, this historic agreement marks the company’s first foray into renewable energy projects in Africa. Sierra … Continue reading Octopus Energy collaborates with SAP to develop wind energy in Sierra Leone
Continue readingOX2 hands over the Klevberget wind farm in Sweden
OX2 has handed over the Klevberget wind farm in Sweden to Renewable Power Capital (RPC). The wind farm comprises 24 wind turbines with a total installed capacity of 146 MW. This is the fourth wind farm OX2 hands over to RPC this year, together they have a total installed capacity of about 317 MW. The … Continue reading OX2 hands over the Klevberget wind farm in Sweden
Continue readingVestas acquires Utopus Insights to revolutionize wind energy forecasting
Vestas, a global leader in wind turbine manufacturing, has made an important strategic move to improve its operational efficiency and strengthen its core business. The company on Tuesday announced the acquisition of Utopus Insights, a cutting-edge energy analytics firm specializing in data modeling and predictive forecasting of wind and solar patterns. This merger will revolutionize … Continue reading Vestas acquires Utopus Insights to revolutionize wind energy forecasting
Continue readingRWE commits €55 billion to invest in wind energy
RWE AG has announced plans to significantly expand its investment in wind energy, despite the challenges facing the wider sector, including rising interest rates and inflation. During its recent Capital Markets Day in London, RWE revealed its commitment to invest €55 billion ($60.4 billion) in green technologies by 2030. A substantial part of this investment, … Continue reading RWE commits €55 billion to invest in wind energy
Continue readingFlotation Energy and Vårgrønn on Crown Estate Scotland announcement for seven INTOG offshore wind power projects
“Our frontrunner floating offshore wind projects, Green Volt and Cenos, are uniquely positioned to deliver green power and jobs by 2030. Their accelerated timelines are achievable because of the effort we’ve already invested into community engagement, environmental and engineering data collection, and because of our strong relationships with the oil and gas platforms. “The opportunity … Continue reading Flotation Energy and Vårgrønn on Crown Estate Scotland announcement for seven INTOG offshore wind power projects
Continue readingService of 497 Enercon wind turbines to be extended in terms of scope and run-time
ENERCON has signed a new framework agreement with its Portuguese customer Finerge regarding the service and maintenance of Finerge’s fleet of ENERCON turbines in operation. The agreement covers 497 wind turbines, ranging from E-40 to E-92 series with a total installed capacity of more than 1 GW. This represents 58 % of Finerge’s entire wind onshore … Continue reading Service of 497 Enercon wind turbines to be extended in terms of scope and run-time
Continue readingRepowering of wind farms: a great opportunity for wind power in Europe
WindEurope’s annual “End of Life Issues and Strategies” event (EoLIS 2023) showcases what happens to wind farms when they reach the end of their operational life. The event covers how you dismantle and dispose of old turbines sustainably. And how you repower them – replacing old turbines with new ones. Repowering can play a key … Continue reading Repowering of wind farms: a great opportunity for wind power in Europe
Continue readingACP Statement on Empire Wind and Revolution Wind Projects Moving Forward
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from ACP Chief Advocacy Officer JC Sandberg after the U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) issued a final Record of Decision approving Equinor and bp’s Empire Wind project off New York and the approval of the Construction and Operations Plan for Orsted’s Revolution Wind … Continue reading ACP Statement on Empire Wind and Revolution Wind Projects Moving Forward
Continue readingBiden-Harris Administration Approves Sixth Offshore Wind Power Projects
The Biden-Harris administration today announced its approval of the Empire Wind offshore wind project – the sixth approval of a commercial-scale offshore wind energy project under President Biden’s leadership. Today’s announcement supports the Administration’s goal of deploying 30 gigawatts of offshore wind energy capacity by 2030. Empire Wind US LLC proposes to develop two offshore … Continue reading Biden-Harris Administration Approves Sixth Offshore Wind Power Projects
Continue readingVestas secures 239 MW wind order for V163-4.5 MW wind turbines in the US
Vestas has received an order for 239 MW to power an undisclosed wind farm in the US. The order consists of 53 V163-4.5 MW wind turbines. The orders include the supply, delivery and commissioning of the turbines, as well as a multi-year Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) service agreement, designed to ensure optimized performance … Continue reading Vestas secures 239 MW wind order for V163-4.5 MW wind turbines in the US
Continue readingInvites US Manufacturers To Develop and Commercialize Distributed Wind Energy Technology
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has issued a notice of intent under the Competitiveness Improvement Project (CIP) calling for U.S. manufacturers of small- and medium-sized wind turbine technology to develop project ideas and teams in preparation for a 2024 request for proposals (RFP). NREL has issued a Competitiveness Improvement Project notice of intent in … Continue reading Invites US Manufacturers To Develop and Commercialize Distributed Wind Energy Technology
Continue reading56 MW of wind power from Croatia: Nordex receives order for N163/6.X wind turbines
More than 3,000 MW sold worldwide since the launch of the 6 MW wind turbine type N163/6.X in 2021. Nordex has received an order for 56 MW in Croatia. The largest wind farm developer and operator in the country, ENCRO d.o.o, and Adris Grupa, a leading independent investment company in Croatia, have ordered eight N163/6.X … Continue reading 56 MW of wind power from Croatia: Nordex receives order for N163/6.X wind turbines
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