Offshore Wind Drives 30+ Vessel Orders, Boosts Domestic Manufacturing, and Plans to Power Equivalent of over 20 Million Homes. The American Clean Power Association (ACP) today released a comprehensive report on the U.S. offshore wind market, revealing a rapidly growing pipeline of projects across 32 leases totaling 51,377 MW of expected capacity – enough electricity … Continue reading U.S. Offshore Wind Market Expands Rapidly with 51,377 MW Projected Capacity
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EDP Renewables’ EBITDA increases 14% in the first quarter of the year
EDP Renewables is moving forward with its 2023-2026 Business Plan to lead the energy transition through an acceleration of investment and sustainable growth. In the first quarter of 2023, EDPR’s gross investment amounted to €1 billion, with more than 80% of its Capex invested in Europe and North America, reflecting EDPR’s growth with 1.7 GW … Continue reading EDP Renewables’ EBITDA increases 14% in the first quarter of the year
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The future of wind energy lies beyond the horizon
As we move to net zero, demand for fossil free electricity is going to increase significantly. The electrification of transport, industry and heat is expected to require at least double the electricity generation we have now. Floating wind turbines is one of the solutions to meet the demand. Leading European energy company Vattenfall currently has … Continue reading The future of wind energy lies beyond the horizon
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Interim report for the first quarter of 2023 – strong start to the year with all-time high earnings from offshore sites and final investment decision on Greater Changhua 2b and 4
Today, Ørsted’s Board of Directors approved the interim report for the first quarter of 2023. Operating profit (EBITDA) for the first quarter was in line with our expectations and amounted to DKK 6.9 billion. Earnings from our wind and solar assets in operation amounted to DKK 6.9 billion, which was an increase of DKK 2.2 … Continue reading Interim report for the first quarter of 2023 – strong start to the year with all-time high earnings from offshore sites and final investment decision on Greater Changhua 2b and 4
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Suzlon secures second order for their 3 MW wind turbines from Juniper Green Energy Private Limited of 69.3 MW
Suzlon Group, India’s largest renewable energy solutions provider, today announced the second order of the 3 MW product series for the development of a 69.3 MW wind power project for Juniper Green Energy Private Limited. Suzlon will install 22 wind turbine generators (WTGs) with a Hybrid Lattice Tubular (HLT) tower of their new product with … Continue reading Suzlon secures second order for their 3 MW wind turbines from Juniper Green Energy Private Limited of 69.3 MW
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John Podesta, Gen. Stanley McChrystal, Gov. John Bel Edwards and Magic Johnson Announced for CLEANPOWER 2023
The American Clean Power Association today announced keynote speakers for CLEANPOWER 2023, the nation’s premier renewable energy conference. CLEANPOWER brings together the industry’s thought leaders and key influencers to discuss and showcase the most important issues facing the industry and the country today. With the theme of “Leading the Charge,” this year’s conference will take … Continue reading John Podesta, Gen. Stanley McChrystal, Gov. John Bel Edwards and Magic Johnson Announced for CLEANPOWER 2023
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ACP Urges Modernization of Offshore Wind Regulations
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) joined the National Offshore Industries Association (NOIA) and the Business Network for Offshore Wind (BNOW) to submit extensive comments with the Bureau of Offshore Energy Management (BOEM) regarding its proposed Renewable Energy Modernization Rule. Together, these associations represent the capacity to deliver over 51 gigawatts (GW) of offshore wind energy … Continue reading ACP Urges Modernization of Offshore Wind Regulations
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Framework agreement for 1,000 megawatts of onshore wind: RWE builds with Siemens Gamesa
RWE to use wind turbines from Siemens Gamesa with a total capacity of 1,000 megawatts. Siemens Gamesa set as main supplier securing capacity for large part of RWE onshore wind power project pipeline in Europe.Successful cooperation between the two companies already proven in numerous projects. Strong partnership: RWE has signed a framework agreement with Siemens … Continue reading Framework agreement for 1,000 megawatts of onshore wind: RWE builds with Siemens Gamesa
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Power storage unit commissioned at the Plouguin wind farm
Boralex Inc. (“Boralex” or the “Company”) (TSX: BLX) is pleased to announce the commissioning of its second energy storage unit in France. The battery, which has a storage capacity of more than 3.3 MWh, is installed on the site of the Plouguin wind farm (Finistère, Brittany). Having just recently announced the commissioning of the Moulins … Continue reading Power storage unit commissioned at the Plouguin wind farm
Continue readingACP Names Sarah Beerbower as Vice President of Member Relations
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) today announced the addition of Sarah Beerbower as Vice President of Member Relations, leading member engagement, value, and growth for the nation’s largest clean energy trade association. Beerbower joins ACP from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce where she was the Senior Vice President of Corporate Relations, responsible for expanding … Continue reading ACP Names Sarah Beerbower as Vice President of Member Relations
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China’s renewable energy capacity soars in Q1
China’s installed renewable energy capacity saw robust growth in the first quarter amid the country’s pursuit of green transition, according to the National Energy Administration (NEA). China saw its newly installed capacity of renewable energy surge 86.5 percent year on year to 47.4 million kilowatts in the first quarter, accounting for 80.3 percent of the … Continue reading China’s renewable energy capacity soars in Q1
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Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners Joins the Global Offshore Wind Alliance to Accelerate Offshore Wind Deployment Worldwide
Launched at COP27 in Egypt in November 2022, the Global Offshore Wind Alliance (GOWA) brings together governments, the private sector, and international organizations to accelerate the deployment of offshore wind power. COPENHAGEN, Denmark, May 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) is joining the Global Offshore Wind Alliance, an international coalition founded by … Continue reading Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners Joins the Global Offshore Wind Alliance to Accelerate Offshore Wind Deployment Worldwide
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RWE with strong results in the first quarter of 2023
RWE expects to close the first quarter of 2023 with an adjusted EBITDA of €2.8 billion at Group level and adjusted EBITDA of €2.3 billion in the core business according to preliminary figures. The result for the first three months is thus significantly higher year-on-year. Adjusted net income is expected to reach €1.7 billion. The increase in earnings … Continue reading RWE with strong results in the first quarter of 2023
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The Netherlands’ response to ever-larger wind turbines
If we want large offshore wind farms spread along the coast or on the high seas, it will not come to us by manufacturing huge turbines, record-breaking blades or XXL supports. We need to move them. And that, when we are talking about gigantic pieces that weigh tons, is easier said than done. At Mammoet, … Continue reading The Netherlands’ response to ever-larger wind turbines
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Scandinavian cooperation launches novel one-stop maintenance concept for offshore wind farms
Integrated Wind Solutions’ subsidiaries ProCon Wind Energy, IWS Services and IWS Fleet jointly develop new O&M concept for offshore foundations and substations offering significant project-specific cost savings; one customer interface; all-in-one maintenance vessels; and inhouse competencies. A Scandinavian cooperation with the technical lead from ProCon Wind Energy (ProCon) with IWS Fleet and IWS Services has … Continue reading Scandinavian cooperation launches novel one-stop maintenance concept for offshore wind farms
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Addressing Misinformation on Offshore Wind Farms and Recent Whale Mortalities
Following recent stranded whales along the East Coast, claims were made that linked the mortalities to survey activities being conducted prior to the construction of wind energy projects—sometimes referred to as offshore wind farms—in the Atlantic Ocean. As of now, there is no evidence to support speculation that noise resulting from wind development-related site characterization … Continue reading Addressing Misinformation on Offshore Wind Farms and Recent Whale Mortalities
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The Poul La Cour Award 2023 goes to Peter Hauge Madsen for his outstanding achievements in advancing the European wind energy research community
This year’s Poul La Cour Award goes to Peter Hauge Madsen, former Head of the Department of Wind and Energy Systems at the Danish Technical University (DTU), for his leadership and dedication in advancing the European wind energy research community. It was back in the 1970s that Danish engineers and scientists began to harness the … Continue reading The Poul La Cour Award 2023 goes to Peter Hauge Madsen for his outstanding achievements in advancing the European wind energy research community
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ACP Statement on House Passing Auxin CRA
Following the House of Representatives’ passage of H. J. Res. 39, which uses the Congressional Review Act (CRA) to impose retroactive solar tariffs, American Clean Power Association (ACP) CEO Jason Grumet issued the following statement: “The United States must reclaim its position as the global technology leader in the solar power supply chain. In recent … Continue reading ACP Statement on House Passing Auxin CRA
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PowerChina to build Laos wind power project
The Monsoon wind power project will pave a new path for the development of wind power in Laos and provide new impetus for the development of the Lao economy and energy sector, Lao Minister of Energy and Mines Phoxay Sayasone said. A groundbreaking ceremony for the 600 MW Monsoon wind power project, the first of … Continue reading PowerChina to build Laos wind power project
Continue readingNorway outlines major wind power development in Arctic waters
A government appointed expert group draws up 20 offshore areas suitable for wind power development. Four of them are in the Barents Sea, and one is located along the maritime border to Russia. Norwegian authorities are increasingly under pressure to build new capacities for production of renewable power. In March this year, two areas in … Continue reading Norway outlines major wind power development in Arctic waters
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