As part of its strategy towards energy transition, and with the aim of contributing to the decarbonisation of the economy, Iberdrola is committed to digitalising more than 80% of its transmission and distribution networks by 2025. Grids are the backbone of the new energy model and the way forward for the transition to a green economy, … Continue reading More than 80% of Iberdrola’s high and medium voltaje grids worldwide will be smart by 2025
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DNV builds up high-voltage grid expertise with acquisition of Power System Dynamics
The acquisition expands DNV’s grid analysis and flexible AC transmission optimisation offer, strengthening its services to power grid operators with a focus on fast changing power markets. DNV announced today that it has acquired Power System Dynamics (PSD Consulting Engineering Pty. Ltd.), a grid consulting firm providing worldwide specialised services for high-voltage power systems from … Continue reading DNV builds up high-voltage grid expertise with acquisition of Power System Dynamics
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Iberdrola seeks solutions to protect its power lines from climate change
The electricity company aims to avoid some of the faults caused in distribution networks by falling trees in forest environments The company has more than 1.1 million kilometres of transmission lines in the United States, Brazil, the United Kingdom and Spain Distribution lines are one of the pillars of the electricity system worldwide, and even … Continue reading Iberdrola seeks solutions to protect its power lines from climate change
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Iberdrola teams up with Minsait to detect fires in the vicinity of power lines
Iberdrola, through i-DE’s Global Smart Grids Innovation Hub (GSGIH), and Minsait are joining forces to fight fires. The Indra subsidiary is developing a solution that will enable the early detection of fires in the vicinity of power lines and alert i-DE’s Distribution Operation Centres, which will send the alarm to the Fire Brigade. To do … Continue reading Iberdrola teams up with Minsait to detect fires in the vicinity of power lines
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Iberdrola bids to construct and operate a 1,500 km power line in Chile with investment over $2.5 billion
The company continues its commitment to develop modern electricity networks, which accounts for half of planned investments to 2025 and 2030, and to investing in new growth markets. Iberdrola leads a consortium made up of the Spanish network infrastructure specialist Elecnor, with over a decade of experience in Chile, and the Dutch pension fund APG … Continue reading Iberdrola bids to construct and operate a 1,500 km power line in Chile with investment over $2.5 billion
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GE Energy Consulting Study Shows Western Grid Can Withstand Disturbances under High Renewable Penetrations
This week, at the American Wind Energy Association’s (AWEA) WINDPOWER 2015 conference and exhibition, GE’s Energy Consulting business (NYSE: GE) presented the results of the Western Wind and Solar Integration Study Phase 3 (WWSIS-3). The study, a collaborative effort between the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and GE, showed that, with the use of good, … Continue reading GE Energy Consulting Study Shows Western Grid Can Withstand Disturbances under High Renewable Penetrations
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Spain’s renewable energy plants, wind power and solar energy, generated 41.3% of the country’s electricity in April
Spain’s renewable energy plants generated 41.3% of the country’s electricity in April, data of grid operator Red Electrica de España (REE) showed on Thursday. Wind power output slightly increased year-on-year to 3,948 GWh this month, representing 20.4% of total power output. Spain’s hydroelectric plants accounted for 13.5%, while photovoltaic (PV) and concentrated solar power … Continue reading Spain’s renewable energy plants, wind power and solar energy, generated 41.3% of the country’s electricity in April
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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
Continue readingGresham’s Law and clean energy
Once one accepts the fact that wind energy displaces pollution from dirty energy sources, the fundamental underpinning of Mr. Lesser’s argument begins to unravel.
Continue readingChina Wind Announces Appointment of Chief U.S. Sales Director
China Wind Systems, Inc. is a profitable, rapidly growing supplier of precision forged components primarily to the wind energy industry in China – the world’s leading wind power market.
Continue readingBetter Batteries for Electric Car
The use of Li-ion and Ni-MH will increase in automobiles and Electrical Vehicles.
Continue readingSolar power project is taking shape in Oman
Astonfield Renewable Resources has been selected to help the government in its pilot solar energy initiative, which will lead to the launch of the country’s large scale solar power programme.
Continue readingZAP and Remy Electric Motors Sign Strategic Development and Supply Agreement
ZAP is one of the oldest and most experienced EV providers, having delivered a broad range of over 117,000 vehicles to more than 75 countries since 1994.
Continue readingChina: Increasing Demand for Lithium Battery Positive Material
Lithium batteries are mainly used in portable electronic products like digital cameras, cell phones and notebook computers. Its application further spreads to electric cars, electric bicycles and energy storage.
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