Scotland’s wind turbines produced enough electricity to power almost double the number of homes in Scotland between January and June 2019 Wind power output at record high during first 6 months of year. Scotland’s renewable electricity output soared in the first half of the year, providing enough energy to power homes from Harris to Harrogate, … Continue reading Scotland’s wind energy output at record high during first 6 months of year
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Philippines can generate up to 500 megawatts of wind energy capacity, according to WWF
The Philippines can generate up to 500 megawatts of wind power capacity, according to World Wildlife Fund-Philippines. The additional 500 MW, which will come from new wind farms in Ilocos, Rizal and Panay, is expected to help augment power supply in Luzon, it added. “A country’s national grid should have a power reserve capacity … Continue reading Philippines can generate up to 500 megawatts of wind energy capacity, according to WWF
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WWF supports Philippines solar power target
The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF-Philippines) has backed the Department of Energy’s (DOE) move to increase solar energy capacity targets, saying this will make power prices cheaper in the long run, contrary to claims of critics such as the Foundation for Economic Freedom (FEF). The FEF claims new solar projects will add P0.32 per … Continue reading WWF supports Philippines solar power target
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Decarbonizing the Future: Seizing Power for Global Change
As the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change meets on measures to reduce the impact of climate change, the answer to the global problem remains clear: The world must stop betting on a dirty fossil fuel energy system and should instead double-down on investment in clean, sustainable renewable energy. While no easy task, the good news is that … Continue reading Decarbonizing the Future: Seizing Power for Global Change
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Renewables can support China’s 80 pct power consumption by 2050: WWF
China can transition to an 80 percent renewable electric power system by 2050 at far less cost than continuing to reply on coal, according to a report released by World Wildlife Fund (WWF) on Wednesday. The report said around 80 percent of China’s electricity generation can be met by renewable sources, if appropriate policies and … Continue reading Renewables can support China’s 80 pct power consumption by 2050: WWF
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Europe needs a strong 2030 renewable energy target
The European Union could achieve 100% renewable energy by 2050 “at the latest” if ambitious renewable energy targets for 203o are agreed, WWF has said in a new report. By 2030 the EU could be generating more than 40% of its energy from renewable sources, said the report, Re-energising Europe: Putting the EU on Track … Continue reading Europe needs a strong 2030 renewable energy target
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WWF calls for 45% wind energy and solar power in EU electricity mix by 2030
“Re-energising Europe: Putting the EU on Track for 100% Renewable Energy” caps the contribution of wind power and solar energy at 45% of electricity supply at that date. The World Wildlife Federation (WWF) has released a report which finds that the EU can and must meet 35% of its heating needs and 65% of its … Continue reading WWF calls for 45% wind energy and solar power in EU electricity mix by 2030
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Solar PV Atlas: Solar Energy Would Require Just 1% of Earth’s Landmass to Deliver 100% of our Electricity
This month a report produced through a collaboration between the WWF, First Solar, 3TIER and Fresh Generation entitled ‘Solar PV Atlas: Solar Power in Harmony with Nature’ has claimed that even if photovoltaic panels were the only source of electricity, they could still meet the entirety of the world’s projected energy demands and would require … Continue reading Solar PV Atlas: Solar Energy Would Require Just 1% of Earth’s Landmass to Deliver 100% of our Electricity
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Yingli Green Energy Joins WWF´s Climate Savers Program
The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) on Tuesday announced that a north China company has become the first Chinese company and also the first photovoltaic (PV) manufacturer to join the WWF’s Climate Savers program. Yingli Green Energy Holding Co., Ltd., a leading solar energy company based in the city of Baoding in north China’s Hebei province, … Continue reading Yingli Green Energy Joins WWF´s Climate Savers Program
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Wind energy should be given priority over fossil fuels – WWF
Wind energy and other renewable energies must be given immediate priority over fossil fuels and nuclear power if the EU is serious about its commitment to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 80-95% by 2050, says a new report by the World Wildlife Fund for Nature (WWF). Without such action the EU will only manage a … Continue reading Wind energy should be given priority over fossil fuels – WWF
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National governments must create stable investment environments for renewables, WWF
Recently some national governments in Europe have made changes to their support mechanisms for renewable energies that have created an environment of insecurity for the wind energy sector. However, a new report by the WWF says that such policies create needed certainty for renewable energy investors, backing up a view held by EWEA. Uncertainty about … Continue reading National governments must create stable investment environments for renewables, WWF
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WWF Aims for 600,000 Electric Vehicles in Canada by 2020
WWF-Canada announced the launch of Transportation rEVolution, a program aimed at reducing Canada’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from transportation by encouraging the use of electric vehicles (EVs). A recent Environics study commissioned by WWF-Canada showed that while Canadians overwhelmingly support EVs (73 per cent support government actions to promote electric cars), they are unclear on … Continue reading WWF Aims for 600,000 Electric Vehicles in Canada by 2020
Continue readingWWF urges Indonesia to promote geothermal energy
Indonesia has the world?s greatest geothermal energy potential, at 29 gigawatts [GW]. However, we?ve only been able to utilize 1.2 GW or 4 percent of this.
Continue readingArctic Solar Engineering To Initiate Sales In Georgia And Colorado
ASE plans to focus their sales efforts on Arctic Solar’s commercial solutions, which uses solar thermal energy to pre-heat boilers for commercial and industrial businesses.
Continue readingElectric vehicles: The New Opel Ampera Blog
For Opel, 2011 is the year of the Ampera and interest in the electric car suitable for everyday use is already high. That?s why the Opel Ampera Blog is being launched a few months before the Electric Vehicle hits the market.
Continue readingAffinity Wind to Develop Wind Energy Farm in Pittsfield
Affinity Wind, a wind power company based in St. Louis, Missouri, has announced its plans to build a 150-MW wind farm in Pike County, west of Pittsfield, Illinois. Affinity plans to install 75 2-MW wind turbines.
Continue readingAbengoa Signs Agreement with BHEL to jointly undertake Concentrating Solar Power projects in India
Abengoa has signed an agreement with Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) and formalized a strategic partnership to jointly undertake concentrated solar energy (CSP) projects in India.
Continue readingHere Enterprises Acquires Wind Energy Development Project
Here Enterprises is working to develop a wind farm on the Cycle Ranch site in conjunction with its operating commercial motocross speedway business.
Continue readingAustralia’s First Ever Electric Vehicle Fast Charger to be Installed at Mitsubishi
MMAL has worked with motoring club product and service supply company Club Assist to bring the latest electric car re-charging technology to Australia.
Continue readingEnvironmental, labour groups promote offshore wind energy development in U.S.
The United States has a largely untapped potential for offshore wind power, according to a report released Wednesday that also calls for a more aggressive approach for wind energy development off the Atlantic coast.
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