Vattenfall and BASF are in advanced and exclusive discussions to partner on the Nordlicht 1 and 2 projects through a sale of 49 percent of the project shares to BASF. Both parties signed a Memorandum of Understanding to formally express their joint ambition. Vattenfall will use its share of the fossil free electricity to supply … Continue reading Vattenfall and BASF to partner on German offshore wind power plants Nordlicht 1 and 2
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Wind energy sector launches Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda to boost Europe’s competitive edge
The European Technology & Innovation Platform on wind energy (ETIPWind) launched its new Strategic R&I Agenda for 2025-2027. It calls for €1.8bn of public investment in wind energy Research and Innovation to boost the development of a resilient, competitive and sustainable European wind supply chain.On 4 December leading wind industry Chief Technology Officers, wind energy … Continue reading Wind energy sector launches Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda to boost Europe’s competitive edge
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Tripling renewables by 2030 is feasible and will mobilise investments of 2.2 trillion dollars per year
The Executive Chairman of Iberdrola, Ignacio Galán, assured this morning at COP28 that the objective of tripling the installed renewable capacity by 2030 is feasible. There are 118 countries that have already signed up to this objective at the Climate Summit being held in Dubai. They have also committed to double the energy efficiency ratio, … Continue reading Tripling renewables by 2030 is feasible and will mobilise investments of 2.2 trillion dollars per year
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Are the West’s “big three” able to cope with the huge growth in offshore wind power?
The rapid growth of offshore wind has raised questions about the ability of the industry’s “big three” Western wind turbine companies, namely Siemens Gamesa, Vestas and GE Renewable Energy, to keep up with demand. This article examines the current status of these companies and their readiness to meet the needs of offshore wind expansion. As … Continue reading Are the West’s “big three” able to cope with the huge growth in offshore wind power?
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EIB and Ørsted sign €400M loan to finance new wind energy production in Denmark
The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Ørsted have signed a €400 million framework loan agreement to finance new wind power production. By supporting Europe’s transition to electricity from renewables, the agreement aligns with the goals of the RePowerEU initiative.“We’re delighted to continue our longstanding partnership with Ørsted — as this is our fifteenth joint project,” … Continue reading EIB and Ørsted sign €400M loan to finance new wind energy production in Denmark
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TotalEnergies signs investment agreement for wind energy project in Kazakhstan
TotalEnergies has announced the signing of an investment agreement for the Mirny wind energy project in Kazakhstan. This project aims to develop a wind power plant in the Mirny region, which is expected to generate clean, renewable energy to supply thousands of homes in the country. The investment agreement has been signed between TotalEnergies and … Continue reading TotalEnergies signs investment agreement for wind energy project in Kazakhstan
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OX2 has handed over the Marhult wind farm in Sweden to Octopus Energy Generation
OX2 has handed over the Marhult wind farm in Uppvidinge municipality, Sweden, to Octopus Energy Generation. The wind farm comprises 7 wind turbines with a total installed capacity of 32 MW. OX2 and Octopus Energy Generation signed a contract to construct the Marhult wind farm in February 2022. The yearly production is estimated to be … Continue reading OX2 has handed over the Marhult wind farm in Sweden to Octopus Energy Generation
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GLOBAL CLIMATE TARGETS UNDER THREAT WITHOUT A SECURE WIND ENERGY SUPPLY CHAIN
New report outlines route for global supply chain resilience and growth, based on industry and government cooperation DOWNLOAD THE REPORT HERE Bottlenecks in the global wind industry supply chain could leave the world with only three-quarters of the wind energy installations needed for a 1.5°C pathway by 2030, i.e. a 650 GW gap to meet … Continue reading GLOBAL CLIMATE TARGETS UNDER THREAT WITHOUT A SECURE WIND ENERGY SUPPLY CHAIN
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New strategies to achieve renewable energy goals for 2030
Renewable energy capacity must triple by 2030 to meet the climate goals set out in the Paris Agreement. This means that solar photovoltaic (PV) and wind power will need to be the main drivers of this growth. India has already made significant progress in increasing its solar capacity, increasing it 35-fold in recent years. Furthermore, … Continue reading New strategies to achieve renewable energy goals for 2030
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The rise of offshore wind energy in Vietnam
Vietnam is embarking on an ambitious effort to transform its renewable energy landscape. In a groundbreaking move, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has entrusted Petrovietnam, the state-owned energy company, with the task of laying underwater power transmission lines and spearheading the development of offshore wind energy. This signals a paradigm shift in Vietnam’s approach towards … Continue reading The rise of offshore wind energy in Vietnam
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Vestas introduces revolutionary 15 MW offshore wind turbine
Danish wind turbine manufacturer Vestas has achieved a major milestone with the successful certification of its V236-15.0 MW offshore wind turbine. This innovative prototype was installed at the Østerild National Test Center in Denmark in December 2022 and exceeded expectations during its testing phase. With impressive capacities, the V236-15.0 MW turbine reached its nominal power … Continue reading Vestas introduces revolutionary 15 MW offshore wind turbine
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China’s wind, solar and hydropower capacity exceeds 1.4 TW
China has become a global leader in renewable energy with total installed capacity exceeding 1.4 TW, a milestone that shows the country’s commitment to renewable energy. China’s National Energy Administration (NEA) announced last week that renewable energy now accounts for approximately 49.9% of the country’s total electricity generation capacity. According to the NEA, this impressive … Continue reading China’s wind, solar and hydropower capacity exceeds 1.4 TW
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Vestas and DTEK sign MOU on Ukraine’s largest wind energy project
Vestas and DTEK today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at COP28 to collaborate on the construction of the second phase of the Tyligulska wind farm in the southern part of Ukraine. The agreement outlines the conditions and desire to build the 384 MW second phase of the Tyligulska wind project. The first phase of … Continue reading Vestas and DTEK sign MOU on Ukraine’s largest wind energy project
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IRENA and World Meteorological Organization Launch Report on Renewable Energy and Climate Variability
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and World Meteorological Organization (WMO) have released their first joint report to strengthen understanding of renewable energy resources and their intricate relationship with climate variability and change. It seeks to inform policymaking and hasten the transition away from polluting fossil fuels and towards a cleaner, greener energy future. The … Continue reading IRENA and World Meteorological Organization Launch Report on Renewable Energy and Climate Variability
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Colombia will hold offshore wind energy auction
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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Solar Power Poised to Dominate Global Renewable Energy Market
Solar power is set to emerge as the leading choice in renewable energy development worldwide by the end of this year, as increasing installation costs of other technologies drive up their prices. According to a report by Fitch Solutions, global renewable energy capacity is projected to expand by approximately 380 gigawatts (GW) in 2023, with … Continue reading Solar Power Poised to Dominate Global Renewable Energy Market
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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
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Civil society must not wait for regulation, but lead the transition
“We are seeing a surge in renewableenergy and the substitution of fossil fuels in the electric system is within our grasp. The capitaland technology required are there and available, and the demand and the opportunity inrenewable energy is greater than ever.” said José Manuel Entrecanales, chairman and CEO ofACCIONA, during his involvement today in a … Continue reading Civil society must not wait for regulation, but lead the transition
Continue readingKazakhstan signs deals for 3 GW of wind power
abia’s ACWA Power to build wind farms with a total capacity of 3 gigawatts (GW), the Kazakh government said. The farms will be built in the southern Zhambyl region, the southeastern Zhetysu region and either Kostanai or Akmola regions in the north, it said. The government gave no other details on the projects, but President … Continue reading Kazakhstan signs deals for 3 GW of wind power
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The 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
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