EDF EN Canada Inc., a subsidiary of EDF Energies Nouvelles, and Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB) (NYSE:ENB) announced today that the 300 megawatt (MW) Blackspring Ridge Wind Project declared commercial operation on May 12, 2014. The Blackspring Ridge Project, located in Vulcan County, Alberta (50 km north of Lethbridge), started construction in May 2013 and is comprised … Continue reading Largest investment in wind energy in Western Canada
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Vestas reaffirms position as global wind power pioneer with 53 MW wind farm in Guatemala
Vestas has signed an order for 16 V112-3.3 MW wind turbines for the San Antonio wind power plant in the department of Guatemala, Republic of Guatemala. Once complete, the project will become the very first wind power plant in the country, showcasing Vestas’ ambitions as wind power pioneers to develop new markets and grow together … Continue reading Vestas reaffirms position as global wind power pioneer with 53 MW wind farm in Guatemala
Continue readingWind farm work to start next month
Construction on Mower County’s latest wind farm is almost underway. Renewable Energy Systems Americas is set to start construction on the Pleasant Valley Wind Farm in June, according to Sean Flannery, a permitting specialist with the wind developer. It’s an exciting step for project organizer’s who’ve worked through permitting, delays, land agreements and other parts … Continue reading Wind farm work to start next month
Continue readingVestas 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
Continue readingVestas receives 78 MW wind energy order in North America utilising V110-2.0 MW wind turbines
Vestas has received an order for 39 V110-2.0 MW wind turbines for a 78 MW wind farm in North America. Vestas has received an order for 39 V110-2.0 MW turbines for a 78 MW project in North America. The highly popular V110-2.0 is built on the proven technology of Vestas’ 2 MW platform and increases … Continue reading Vestas receives 78 MW wind energy order in North America utilising V110-2.0 MW wind turbines
Continue readingVestas has received a wind power order of 148 MW from First Wind for V112-3.0 MW wind turbines in the U.S.
Vestas has received an order for 48 V112-3.0 MW turbines for the 148-MW Oakfield project in the state of Maine. The order is a call-off on the master supply agreement (MSA) announced in December 2013 for multiple U.S. projects, the potential of which totals 718 MW. With today’s order, Vestas has secured 298 MW under … Continue reading Vestas has received a wind power order of 148 MW from First Wind for V112-3.0 MW wind turbines in the U.S.
Continue readingRame hopeful of IPP status as wind power project starts early
Rame Energy is on track to become Chile’s independent power producer (IPP) following the mobilisation of its Raki/Huajache wind farm ahead of schedule. The wind farm complex, at a total capacity of 15MW, is due to become operational by the end of this year, as the company is hoping to increase its operational capacity to … Continue reading Rame hopeful of IPP status as wind power project starts early
Continue readingVestas receives 63 MW wind energy order for one of Germany’s largest repowering wind farm projects
KGE Windpark Schipkau Nord GmbH & Co. KG orders 19 V112-3.3 MW wind turbines, with an option for another eight wind turbines, for wind power plant in Brandenburg. Vestas is pleased to announce a firm and unconditional order from KGE Windpark Schipkau Nord GmbH & Co. KG. Vestas’ long-term customer Ventotec has developed this repowering … Continue reading Vestas receives 63 MW wind energy order for one of Germany’s largest repowering wind farm projects
Continue readingEDC readies financing for Ilocos wind farm in Philippines
ENERGY Development Corp. (EDC) targets to close debt financing for its planned 150-megawatt (MW) wind power project in Ilocos Norte this year, officials of the Lopez-led company said last week. “We’ve already started working on project financing for the Burgos wind project. The total project cost is $450 million for the 150-MW project,” said Nestor … Continue reading EDC readies financing for Ilocos wind farm in Philippines
Continue readingVestas Wind Systems Turns To Profit In Q1
Outlook for 2014 maintained. Revenue, earnings and free cash flow increased compared to the first quarter of 2013. Focus on Profitable Growth for Vestas remains. In the first quarter of 2014, Vestas generated revenue of EUR 1,283m – an increase of 17 per cent to the year-earlier period. EBIT before special items increased by EUR … Continue reading Vestas Wind Systems Turns To Profit In Q1
Continue readingVestas installs next generation low wind turbines
Vestas has installed the first V110-2.0 MW prototype turbine at a test site in Høvsøre, on the west coast of Jutland, Denmark. The turbine has produced the first kilowatt hour of electricity and will undergo an extensive test and verification programme to ensure reliability before full scale production commences prior to the first deliveries at … Continue reading Vestas installs next generation low wind turbines
Continue reading59 MW order secures Vestas’ leadership in South Korean wind energy market
Vestas has received an order for the supply of 18 V112-3.3 MW wind turbines for the 59.4 MW Yeong Yang Wind Farm project in South Korea. The order, placed bv GS Yeongyang Windpower Co. Ltd., part of South Korean business powerhouse GS Group, also includes a 10-year full-scope service agreement, “Vestas is delighted to be … Continue reading 59 MW order secures Vestas’ leadership in South Korean wind energy market
Continue readingVestas receives 63 MW wind power order in the Philippines
Vestas has received a firm and unconditional order for 63 MW in Philippines. Energy Development Corporation (EDC) has ordered 21 V90 3.0MW turbines for the second phase of its project in Burgos, Ilocos Norte province. The deal also includes delivery, installation and commissioning plus a ten-year service contract. The Danish supplier said the wind turbines … Continue reading Vestas receives 63 MW wind power order in the Philippines
Continue readingVestas launches new upgrades to increase output of installed wind turbines
Vestas PowerPlus™ features a range of new technology upgrades to optimise the performance of existing wind power plants, enhancing the power production of our customers’ wind turbines by up to 5%. The Vestas PowerPlus™ upgrades are designed to optimise the performance and increase the power output on existing wind power plants by up to 5%*, … Continue reading Vestas launches new upgrades to increase output of installed wind turbines
Continue readingVestas receives 33 MW order for largest V117 wind power project to-date in Denmark
Long-time Vestas customer European Energy places 33 MW order for 10 V117-3.3 MW wind turbines, to be financed in collaboration with Sampension, Denmark’s fourth largest pension fund. The Ulvemosen project in Varde, Denmark will feature the increasingly popular V117-3.3 MW turbine. European Energy’s choice of the V117-3.3 MW turbine further validates the Vestas strategy to … Continue reading Vestas receives 33 MW order for largest V117 wind power project to-date in Denmark
Continue readingVestas eyes Chinese wind energy market after financial crisis
The Danish wind power giant Vestas is showing renewed interest in China this year, after suffering a sharp decrease in its industry share during the recent global financial crisis, the Danish business newspaper Borsen reported Thursday. The leading manufacturer, seller and installer of wind turbines, Vestas is hoping to make a comeback in the country, … Continue reading Vestas eyes Chinese wind energy market after financial crisis
Continue readingChina’s Wind power Makers Face Consolidation
Consolidation may cut the number of wind power makers in China, the world’s largest wind energy market, by two thirds in the next five years as oversupply pressures grow, according to an industry association. The shakeup, which could leave China with as few as 10 wind turbine makers, means those with more advanced technology stand … Continue reading China’s Wind power Makers Face Consolidation
Continue readingVestas appoints Head of Service
Christian Venderby has been appointed new Group Senior Vice President and Head of Service at Vestas Wind Systems A/S. Christian Venderby, who comes from a position as Senior Vice President Operations at Vestas Americas, enters into his new position on 1 June 2014. Already a significant source of revenue and profit, the service business is … Continue reading Vestas appoints Head of Service
Continue readingIKEA aquires Hoopeston Wind in Illinois its first wind farm investment in the United States
IKEA US announced today that it is making its first wind farm investment in the United States with the purchase of Hoopeston Wind in Hoopeston, Illinois. The 98 megawatt wind farm is the largest single IKEA Group renewable energy investment globally to date and will make a significant contribution to the company’s goal to generate … Continue reading IKEA aquires Hoopeston Wind in Illinois its first wind farm investment in the United States
Continue readingEDF Renewable Energy Confirms Wind Energy Order with Vestas for 194 Megawatts
EDF Renewable Energy has placed a firm order with Vestas for 194 megawatts (MW) of V100-2.0 MW wind turbines. The order is part of the Master Supply Agreement (MSA) announced in September 2013. The most recent order brings the firm commitment of the Vestas turbines to 494 MW to meet the demands of the projects … Continue reading EDF Renewable Energy Confirms Wind Energy Order with Vestas for 194 Megawatts
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