The engineers responsible claim the 18-megawatt offshore turbine is capable of powering up to 40,000 homes over the course of an entire year. At full wind speed, the structure generates up to 44.8 kWh of electricity. This means that a single turbine can generate more than 74 million kilowatt-hours of electricity each year. According to … Continue reading China unveils the most powerful wind turbines
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ACP Statement on BOEM Modernization Rule Decision
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) today praised the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s (BOEM) issuance of its proposed Renewable Energy Modernization Rule. ACP is encouraged by BOEM’s efforts to improve offshore wind leasing, permitting, and safety regulations, which have been largely unchanged since they were first issued in 2009. These regulations have long needed … Continue reading ACP Statement on BOEM Modernization Rule Decision
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RWE selects Siemens Gamesa as preferred supplier for 1,000-MW offshore wind farm in Denmark
Denmark’s largest offshore wind farm to date moves ahead: 72 x SG 14-236 DD offshore wind turbines planned to be installed starting in 2026; installation works planned to be carried out from Port of Esbjerg. Local Danish supply chain expected to contribute. RWE plans to create up to 60 permanent local jobs in Thorsminde.Thor intended to supply … Continue reading RWE selects Siemens Gamesa as preferred supplier for 1,000-MW offshore wind farm in Denmark
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EDP Renewables commissions its first hybrid solar and wind energy park on the Iberian Peninsula
The solar energy plant set up next to the Mosteiro wind park sees the creation of the first EDP Renewables hybrid solar/wind energy project, maximising clean energy production; The Mina de Orgueirel Solar Plant opened in Sabugal municipality increases the amount of energy capable of being produced by the complex to 8.4 MW, for over … Continue reading EDP Renewables commissions its first hybrid solar and wind energy park on the Iberian Peninsula
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Finland’s wind power capacity shot up 75% in 2022
Finland clocked a 75% increase in wind power capacity last year, boosting the country’s renewable energy cred. According to the latest statistics from the Finnish Wind Power Association (FWPA), 2022 was a record time for green power. Specifically, 437 new wind turbines were put into operation, delivering a 2,430MW power capacity. What’s more, wind power … Continue reading Finland’s wind power capacity shot up 75% in 2022
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Innovation and digitalization at the service of Renewable Energy Sources
We are introducing new, state-of-the-art technologies in our operations centers and driving innovation with revolutionary sustainable practices in the projects we manage, thereby putting our vision into practice: Enabling progress with sustainable energy. The energy and digital transitions go hand in hand. That is why we are embracing the digitalization of renewable energy sources, by … Continue reading Innovation and digitalization at the service of Renewable Energy Sources
Continue readingSiemens Gamesa will supply the wind turbines for the largest offshore wind farm in Denmark
Siemens Gamesa has been chosen as the preferred supplier by the electricity company RWE for the supply of 1,000 MW in the Thor offshore wind farm, which will become the largest project of its kind in the country.The company will install 72 SG 14-236 DD wind turbines, its most powerful model. The installation works for … Continue reading Siemens Gamesa will supply the wind turbines for the largest offshore wind farm in Denmark
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IRENA’s Top Ten News Pieces in 2022 Showcase Work on Global Energy Transition
Throughout the year, IRENA brings you the latest news on progress, impacts and solutions for the energy transition. Here are our top ten news pieces of 2022. Renewable Power Remains Cost Competitive amid Fossil Fuel Crisis The Renewable Power Generation Costs report shows almost two-thirds of renewable power added in 2021 had lower costs than … Continue reading IRENA’s Top Ten News Pieces in 2022 Showcase Work on Global Energy Transition
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Iberdrola commissions the Korytnica II wind farm
This facility brings Iberdrola’s onshore wind power capacity in Poland, one of the group’s growth markets, to 163 MW. Iberdrola has begun commissioning of Polish wind farm Korytnica II, located 80 km from Warsaw in the province of W?grów, Mazowieckie region. The wind farm comprises 14 Vestas V126 wind turbines, with a hub height of … Continue reading Iberdrola commissions the Korytnica II wind farm
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Duke Energy begins operating 207-MW Ledyard Wind Power, its first wind project in Iowa
Duke Energy Sustainable Solutions (DESS), a nonregulated commercial brand of Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), today announced it has placed into commercial operation the 207-megawatt (MW) Ledyard Windpower project in Kossuth County, Iowa. “More than 10% of the nation’s wind power is in Iowa, and it’s exciting for our company to begin operating in that market,” … Continue reading Duke Energy begins operating 207-MW Ledyard Wind Power, its first wind project in Iowa
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Capital Energy wind power plant in Castilla-La Mancha
The agreement is linked to the development of the La Herrada wind farm, which will have a 51 MW capacity and which the company will build in this town in Albacete Albacete, January 11, 2023.- Capital Energy, a Spanish energy company born two decades ago and whose vocation is to become the first 100% vertically … Continue reading Capital Energy wind power plant in Castilla-La Mancha
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Nordex receives an order from SSE Renewables for more than 100 MW of wind power in Ireland
At the end of 2022, SSE Renewables, the leading developer and operator of renewable energy in the United Kingdom and Ireland, commissioned the Nordex Group to supply 29 N117/3600 wind turbines for the “Yellow River” wind farm in Ireland. The contract also includes the post-commissioning service for the wind turbines. The Nordex Group will install … Continue reading Nordex receives an order from SSE Renewables for more than 100 MW of wind power in Ireland
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EU wind installations up by a third despite challenging year for supply chain
The EU installed 15 gigawatts (GW) of new wind farms in 2022. That’s one third more than 2021. This increase in new installations is an encouraging result given the overlapping challenges the industry faced in 2022. And the 15 GW installed are an important contribution to strengthening Europe’s energy security ahead of next winter. But … Continue reading EU wind installations up by a third despite challenging year for supply chain
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ACP Statement on BOEM Leadership Changes
American Clean Power Association (ACP) Vice President for Offshore Wind Josh Kaplowitz issued the following statement after Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) Director Amanda Lefton announced her decision to leave the agency and the appointment of Elizabeth Klein as her successor. “ACP applauds Director Lefton on her service and record of accomplishments helping lay … Continue reading ACP Statement on BOEM Leadership Changes
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Major Order For Siemens Energy Enables Transmission Of Wind Power For 4 Million People
Siemens Energy and Spain’s Dragados Offshore have been awarded a contract worth more than 4 billion euros ($4.29 billion) to build two converter systems for offshore wind energy grid connections in Germany, the German company said in a statement on Tuesday. Siemens Energy said the contract, which was awarded to the consortium of both companies … Continue reading Major Order For Siemens Energy Enables Transmission Of Wind Power For 4 Million People
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32nd wind farm in Lower Saxony – RWE puts Evendorf into operation
Three more wind farms with over 60 megawatts of capacity under construction in Germany.In order to further accelerate the expansion of wind power and solar farms, RWE is looking for land and personnel. Construction began in spring last year, and now the Evendorf wind farm is generating green electricity. The three wind turbines, each with … Continue reading 32nd wind farm in Lower Saxony – RWE puts Evendorf into operation
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Nordex wins order for more than 200 MW in Canada
At the end of 2022, the Nordex Group received an order for more than 200 MW in Canada. The Nordex Group will supply 36 N155/5.X wind turbines for a wind farm, which is expected to reach full commercial operation in 2024. The wind farm is being built in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan. In the … Continue reading Nordex wins order for more than 200 MW in Canada
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Nordex receives order for 45 MW of wind power in Germany
A utility company commissioned the Nordex Group at the end of 2022 to supply and install ten N149/4.X wind turbines for a wind farm in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. The order also includes the Premium Maintenance Service for the 45 MW wind farm for a period of 20 years. The commissioning of the 4.5 MW wind … Continue reading Nordex receives order for 45 MW of wind power in Germany
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ACP Statement on Confirmation of 118th Congress
Following the swearing-in of the 118th Congress, the American Clean Power Association today released a statement from interim CEO and Chief Advocacy Officer JC Sandberg: “Congratulations to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, and the 118th Congress. We anticipate that this new Congress will provide ample opportunity for bipartisan cooperation on advancing commonsense … Continue reading ACP Statement on Confirmation of 118th Congress
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South Dakota PUC approves permit to construct North Bend Wind Farm in Hughes and Hyde Counties
The South Dakota Public Utilities Commission approved a siting permit for the North Bend Wind Project, a wind energy facility slated for Hyde and Hughes counties capable of generating up to 200 megawatts of energy. The action by the PUC was taken during its regular meeting on Jan. 5, 2023, in Pierre. North Bend Wind … Continue reading South Dakota PUC approves permit to construct North Bend Wind Farm in Hughes and Hyde Counties
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