Spain’s 500MW wind power auction last week was too small to satisfy demand and the country risks missing its 2020 target for renewables. The auction is Spain’s first under the new support scheme for renewable energy projects since the government implemented a series of harsh retroactive cutbacks to the country’s feed-in tariff in 2013. A … Continue reading Spain’s 500 MW wind energy auction inadequate
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New CEO for European Wind Energy Association
The European Wind Energy Association has appointed Giles Dickson as its new Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Dickson was Vice President of Global Public Affairs at Alstom before joining EWEA. Prior to this, he was a civil servant in the UK government for over 15 years. Mr. Dickson comes to EWEA with substantial experience and knowledge … Continue reading New CEO for European Wind Energy Association
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Keeping conventional power plants on life support not the answer to Europe’s overcapacity puzzle
Capacity mechanisms should not be a tool to keep unprofitable and unnecessary power plants online as the European Union continues to grapple with overcapacity, according to a paper released by the European Wind Energy Association. Capacity mechanisms – instruments whereby governments pay some generators to keep power plants online in order to meet peak demand … Continue reading Keeping conventional power plants on life support not the answer to Europe’s overcapacity puzzle
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European Commission needs new controls to ensure EU meets 27% RES target by 2030
The European Commission needs new powers to ensure that Member States meet the EU’s 27% renewable energy pledge by 2030, according to a paper released by the European Wind Energy Association (EWEA). The European Commission needs new powers to ensure that Member States meet the EU’s 27% renewable energy pledge by 2030, according to a … Continue reading European Commission needs new controls to ensure EU meets 27% RES target by 2030
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European Wind Energy Association (EWEA) appoints Kristian Ruby as Chief Policy Officer
Ruby is a widely recognised expert in sustainability communication and political affairs. He joins EWEA from Danish consultancy Operate, where he was manager in the sustainability team, specialising in climate, environment and energy issues. Prior to his consultancy work, Ruby worked as a journalist and served seven years as a public servant in the Danish … Continue reading European Wind Energy Association (EWEA) appoints Kristian Ruby as Chief Policy Officer
Continue readingEWEA welcomes deal on reform of the ETS
The European Wind Energy Association welcomes the deal between lawmakers to reform the Emissions Trading System before 2021. The EU-28 Member States and the European Parliament have agreed to introduce a market stability reserve in 2019 to tackle a glut of over 2 billion excess permits in the ETS. The surplus of allowances is currently … Continue reading EWEA welcomes deal on reform of the ETS
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Offshore wind power players pledge joint efforts to cut cost
Three of the biggest companies in offshore wind power industries have initiated a joint declaration here on Tuesday as part of a commitment to reducing costs in the sector. Denmark’s largest energy company Dong Energy, MHI Vestas — a joint venture between Vestas and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries — and Siemens Wind Power and Renewables have … Continue reading Offshore wind power players pledge joint efforts to cut cost
Continue readingOffshore wind energy can compete with gas and coal within a decade
The European offshore wind industry must shed 26% of outlays to reach cost-competitiveness with conventional forms of energy by 2023, according to a study by EY. The report states that the industry must significantly reduce costs over the next five years through a number of key actions, outlining where savings can be found. These include … Continue reading Offshore wind energy can compete with gas and coal within a decade
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EWEA welcomes Energy Union proposal for post-2020 renewables directive
The European Commission’s Energy Union proposal to establish post-2020 legislation for renewables is a clear signal to investors that Europe is open for business on zero-carbon energy, says the chief executive officer of the European Wind Energy Association. The Vice President for Energy Union Maros Sefcovic plans to put forward a Renewable Energy Package as … Continue reading EWEA welcomes Energy Union proposal for post-2020 renewables directive
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Offshore wind power in 2014: 408 new offshore wind turbines were fully grid connected, adding 1,483 MW
In 2014, 408 new offshore wind turbines were fully grid connected, adding 1,483 MW to the European system. In terms of the total number of wind turbines installed at the end of 2014, Siemens remains the top supplier with 1,598 wind turbines, accounting for 64.2% of the whole market. Vestas has installed and grid connected … Continue reading Offshore wind power in 2014: 408 new offshore wind turbines were fully grid connected, adding 1,483 MW
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Price up carbon and make solid pledges on renewables in early 2015, says wind energy industry
Governments must put a price on carbon emissions and make pledges early next year to move away from fossil fuels and increase the share of renewable energy into the global power mix, according to a signed statement from wind industry players. Wind energy associations, including those from emerging markets such as Brazil, China, South Africa, … Continue reading Price up carbon and make solid pledges on renewables in early 2015, says wind energy industry
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Energy Union must tear down Member State barriers, says EWEA
Europe must tear down the barriers that are hindering the free flow of electricity and drastically increase interconnection to push Member States toward an Energy Union, according to a paper released by the European Wind Energy Association (EWEA). EWEA has today published a position paper that outlines the wind industry’s vision of an Energy Union … Continue reading Energy Union must tear down Member State barriers, says EWEA
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Offshore wind power industry races to cut costs
As European governments start to curb offshore wind power subsidies, utilities, wind turbine makers and installers are racing to cut costs to help the industry survive. Britain, Germany and the Netherlands, wary of committing billions of euros when budgets are tight, have announced subsidy cuts in the past 18 months – a blow to … Continue reading Offshore wind power industry races to cut costs
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A 50% share of variable renewables can save up to 6% on system costs
The REserviceS project – led by the European Wind Energy Association (EWEA) and involving other stakeholders from across the electricity system and academia – also found that creating markets to trade grid support services (GSS) can provide revenue streams for generators, in addition to energy-only markets. Wind and solar photovoltaic (PV) energy is capable of … Continue reading A 50% share of variable renewables can save up to 6% on system costs
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European Wind Energy Association (EWEA) has elected Markus Tacke, CEO of Siemens’ wind power division, as its new chairman
Dr. Tacke was elected by EWEA’s Board of Directors, which is comprised of corporate members, national associations and other organisations. Upon his appointment, he said: “This is an exciting moment in time for the wind industry and I am looking forward to the task ahead. One of the first major challenges will be securing an … Continue reading European Wind Energy Association (EWEA) has elected Markus Tacke, CEO of Siemens’ wind power division, as its new chairman
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Europe’s installed wind power capacity will increase 64% by 2020
European Union countries to install 75GW of wind energy over next 7 years, an increase of 64% installed wind power capacity, bringing the total to 192.4 GW. Up to €124 billion in wind farm investments across the EU expected by 2020, creating 100,000 additional jobs by 2020. Wind turbine installations in the European Union will … Continue reading Europe’s installed wind power capacity will increase 64% by 2020
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EWEA: Wind energy growth slows in 2013
During 2013, 11,159 MW of new wind energy capacity came on line in the EU-28, a decrease of 8% compared to 2012. There are now 117,289 MW installed the EU, meeting 8% of EU electricity demand, and a further 4,188 MW in the rest of Europe. The overall EU installation level masks significant volatility across … Continue reading EWEA: Wind energy growth slows in 2013
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Record offshore wind energy figures conceal slow-down in new projects
418 offshore wind turbines came online in 2013 in Europe, making a record 1,567 Megawatts of new wind power capacity. This is one-third more than the capacity installed in 2012. This makes a new total of 6,562 MW of offshore wind power – enough to provide 0.7% of the EU’s electricity. However a closer look … Continue reading Record offshore wind energy figures conceal slow-down in new projects
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EWEA – European Wind Energy Association : European Parliament committees vote yes to 2030 renewables target
“Following the letter in favour of a 2030 renewable energy target from eight Member States including Germany and France, to European Commissioners, this vote is another strong signal to the European Commission of the widespread support for a binding renewable energy target for 2030”, commented Stephane Bourgeois of the European Wind Energy Association (EWEA). “In … Continue reading EWEA – European Wind Energy Association : European Parliament committees vote yes to 2030 renewables target
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EWEA – European Wind Energy Association : EU to miss its climate objectives without 2030 climate and renewable energy targets
The European Commission’s latest reference scenario, based on current trends and adopted policies, shows that EU GHG emissions would fall by 24% in 2020, but by just 44% in 2050 (compared to 1990 levels), with energy import dependency increasing during the period to almost 57%. “With the EU’s power sector expected to be still pumping … Continue reading EWEA – European Wind Energy Association : EU to miss its climate objectives without 2030 climate and renewable energy targets
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