Under the framework of Putian Pinghai Bay Offshore Wind Power Project, the NDB will provide China with a sovereign project loan of RMB 2 billion for Phase 2 (250 MW) of an offshore wind power project proposed to be set up in the Pinghai Bay in Putian, Fujian Province. The project has one of the … Continue reading BRICS bank backs 250 MW offshore wind power project in China
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High Renewable Energy Electricity Growth Continued in 2015
The 2015 Renewable Energy Data Book shows that U.S. renewable electricity grew to 16.7 percent of total installed capacity and 13.8 percent of total electricity generation during the past year. Published annually by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) on behalf of the Energy Department’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, the data book … Continue reading High Renewable Energy Electricity Growth Continued in 2015
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Wind power keeps American manufacturing humming
The next corporate purchase of wind energy is here – this time highlighting how American manufacturing companies like General Motors are increasingly turning to wind for the energy muscle that keeps their business running. GM just announced a wind power purchase that will supply 100 percent of the electricity for a factory that builds 1,100 … Continue reading Wind power keeps American manufacturing humming
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Wind energy in Chile: Ibereolica, EDF close financing for 115 MW wind farm with Gamesa wind turbines
Wind turbines for the project will be provided by Spanish firm Gamesa. Ibereolica and French state energy firm EDF Energies Nouvelles have closed financing with three banks to construct a 115-megawatt wind farm in north-central Chile. Japan’s SMBC, Credit Agricole, and Norway’s DNB have agreed to provide financing for the proposed Cabo Leones I Wind … Continue reading Wind energy in Chile: Ibereolica, EDF close financing for 115 MW wind farm with Gamesa wind turbines
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Senvion acquires EUROS as next step of its product strategy
Senvion, a leading global manufacturer of wind turbines, has acquired 100 per cent of the shares of EUROS Group* in an all-cash transaction, just three months after announcing the acquisition of Kenersys assets in India. EUROS, located in Berlin and southern Poland, covers all areas of rotor blade design and production as well as master … Continue reading Senvion acquires EUROS as next step of its product strategy
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Tesvolt and Africa Green Tec to provide solar power to 250,000 Malians
Mobile solar containers with battery storage systems reduce energy costs by over 75%. The German firm Tesvolt, which manufactures commercial storage systems, has entered into an exclusive cooperation agreement with the start-up Africa Green Tec. Tesvolt is supplying lithium storage systems for 50 solar containers with a total capacity of 3 megawatt-hours (MWh), enabling a … Continue reading Tesvolt and Africa Green Tec to provide solar power to 250,000 Malians
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Fugro’s cable lay spread completes Phase 1 at Rampion offshore wind farm
Fugro has completed phase one of cable laying operations on schedule at the Rampion Offshore Wind Farm, as the programme takes a break over winter. The installation of 60 cables was completed at the end of October – three more than the 57 cables originally planned. Subsea construction vessel Fugro Symphony commenced site operations in … Continue reading Fugro’s cable lay spread completes Phase 1 at Rampion offshore wind farm
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LM Wind Power to supply blades for CSIC HZ Windpower’s new 5 MW offshore turbine in China
LM Wind Power announces strategic collaboration with Chinese wind turbine manufacturer CSIC (China Shipbuilding Industry Corporation) HZ Windpower to deliver blades for its newly launched H151-5.0MW platform. LM Wind Power CEO Marc de Jong at the CSIC HZ Windpower type certificate event at China Windpower. The blades will be delivered from LM Wind Power’s plant … Continue reading LM Wind Power to supply blades for CSIC HZ Windpower’s new 5 MW offshore turbine in China
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First power from DONG Energy’s Burbo Bank Extension wind farm
Electricity has been generated for the first time at Burbo Bank Extension Offshore Wind Farm, a joint venture between DONG Energy (50%) and its partners PKA (25%) and KIRKBI A/S (25%). With the initial turbines recently installed, power from the first turbine is now being exported to the national grid. This is the first time … Continue reading First power from DONG Energy’s Burbo Bank Extension wind farm
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NYSERDA to measure wind speed and ocean waves in pre-development of offshore wind power area
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) took another step to advance offshore wind development off the coast of Long Island by seeking comments on a draft plan to measure wind speed and ocean waves at the federal ocean site on which it plans to bid on December 15. Offshore wind is … Continue reading NYSERDA to measure wind speed and ocean waves in pre-development of offshore wind power area
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Study identifies electric cars as better choice than fuel cell vehicles
A new study suggests that electric vehicles with rechargeable batteries offer a more affordable way to reduce carbon dioxide emissions than those with fuel cells that convert hydrogen gas into clean electricity. Published in the November issue of the journal Energy, the study by researchers at Stanford University in the United States and the … Continue reading Study identifies electric cars as better choice than fuel cell vehicles
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China’s wind energy capacity increases
China’s grid-connected wind power capacity continued to pick up, but the utilization rate was waning after years of capacity expansion, the latest data from the National Energy Administration (NEA) showed. China’s total installed capacity of wind power generation facilities connected to the power grid reached 139 million kilowatts by the end of September, up 28 … Continue reading China’s wind energy capacity increases
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Siem Offshore Contractors awarded contract for parts of the Hornsea Offshore Wind Farm Project One
Siem Offshore Contractors GmbH (SOC), a wholly owned subsidiary of Siem Offshore Inc., has been awarded the contract for the transport and installation of parts of the inner array grid cable system for the Hornsea Offshore Wind Farm Project One (HOW01) by DONG Energy Wind Power A/S. The contract award further demonstrates the continued commitment … Continue reading Siem Offshore Contractors awarded contract for parts of the Hornsea Offshore Wind Farm Project One
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Siemens to build offshore wind power project with innovative foundations and cable systems
Four wind turbines and related equipment take a large step into the future of offshore wind technology: Nissum Bredning Vindmøllelaug and Jysk Energi placed the winning bid for Nissum Bredning Vind following a tender from Danish Energy Agency’s (DEA) tender for the construction of the 28-megawatt pilot project in northern Denmark. The final investment … Continue reading Siemens to build offshore wind power project with innovative foundations and cable systems
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WindEurope gathered 90 wind energy experts to discuss wind turbine sound
WindEurope gathered 90 wind energy experts for a two-day workshop in Gdansk, Poland, to discuss the latest developments on wind turbine sound. The 3rd edition workshop addressed the characteristics of sound from wind turbines, its impact on humans and how this applies to low frequency and infrasound. Presentations addressed practical and operational issues such as … Continue reading WindEurope gathered 90 wind energy experts to discuss wind turbine sound
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Iowa has been committed to developing its wind energy resources for several decades
Thanks to the early leadership of Gov. Terry Branstad, the state of Iowa has been committed to developing its wind energy resources for several decades. Why? It is simply good business. Some may view that as an audacious statement, but Iowa’s commitment to wind energy has helped keep our state’s electricity rates the seventh lowest … Continue reading Iowa has been committed to developing its wind energy resources for several decades
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How Owls Could Help Make Wind Turbines Planes Quieter
Owls are known for their near-silent flight, which allows them to swoop down on prey unheard. Wind turbines, on the other hand, are often accused of being too noisy. A team of British and American scientists is currently addressing the one situation with the other, by copying the structure of owl feathers to make turbine … Continue reading How Owls Could Help Make Wind Turbines Planes Quieter
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Businesses are buying wind power because it makes financial sense
In a trend that started nearly two years ago, businesses of all stripes continue to power more of their operations using wind energy. From tech companies to automakers, there has been demand for wind from customers across the board. And this month has brought more prominent examples. Demand for wind continues Earlier this week, Microsoft … Continue reading Businesses are buying wind power because it makes financial sense
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EDF RE, Otter sign agreement for Merricourt wind farm
EDF Renewable Energy and Otter Tail Power Company today announced the signing of an Asset Purchase Agreement by which EDF RE will construct the 150 megawatt (MW) Merricourt Wind Project. Upon completion, the wind project will be turned over to Otter Tail Power Company. The transaction closing is subject to conditions precedent. Merricourt Wind Project, … Continue reading EDF RE, Otter sign agreement for Merricourt wind farm
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Mott MacDonald provides technical advisory for Gori wind farm
Georgia is developing its first full-scale wind farm, producing around 20.7MW. Mott MacDonald is the lenders’ technical advisor for the $34 million project and will continue to play an advisory role now that the project has come to a financial close. Georgia is located at crossroads of Western Asia and Eastern Europe. The country of … Continue reading Mott MacDonald provides technical advisory for Gori wind farm
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