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Invenergy opens 31.5 MW energy storage project in Illinois

Today, leading clean energy company Invenergy LLC (“Invenergy”) announced the start of commercial operations of its 31.5 MW Grand Ridge Energy Storage project in La Salle County, Illinois. The project is located about 80 miles southwest of Chicago at Invenergy’s Grand Ridge Energy Center, which is comprised of a 210 MW wind farm; a 20 … Continue reading Invenergy opens 31.5 MW energy storage project in Illinois

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Azure Power commissions 100 MW photovoltaic (PV) solar power plant in Rajasthan, India

The solar energy plant has been constructed under the second phase of India’s National Solar Mission (NSM) at Jodhpur.   The commissioning of the facility made Azure Power the single largest owner and operator of solar photovoltaic (PV) plants under the NSM with a combined operational capacity of 142MW. Azure Power founder and chief executive … Continue reading Azure Power commissions 100 MW photovoltaic (PV) solar power plant in Rajasthan, India

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Photovoltaic solar power plant opens at Omaruru, Namibia

Managing director of NamPower, Paulinus Shilamba said the plant by Innosun Energy Holdings is the first independent power producer (IPP) to set up a photovoltaic power plant in Namibia. Innosun was formed in 2008, with Black Diamond Investment as a local shareholder.     “The 4,5 MW solar power plant is a clear testimony of … Continue reading Photovoltaic solar power plant opens at Omaruru, Namibia

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Solar power and wind energy projects in Pakistan

Minister for Power and water, Khwaja Muhammad Asif asserted, on Thursday, that Government has initiated works on solar energy and wind power projects in order to overcome energy crisis in the country.   He said that National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) rules and procedure would be followed in the implementation of these projects based … Continue reading Solar power and wind energy projects in Pakistan

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Wind energy in Chile: Elecnor to build largest wind farm with 56 wind turbines

Elecnor signed an $81 million contract to build the largest wind farm in Chile, a facility that will have 184.8 MW of installed generating capacity.   The contract with Latin American Power, or LAP, covers the construction of the San Juan wind farm in Atacama region, Elecnor said in a filing with the National Securities … Continue reading Wind energy in Chile: Elecnor to build largest wind farm with 56 wind turbines

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Wind power in Philippines: Luzon to gain 93 MW of wind energy

At least 93 megawatts (MW) of wind energy will be added to the Luzon grid in the last quarter of the year. According to the Department of Energy (DOE), two wind power projects with a combined capacity of 93MW in Ilocos Norte province are scheduled to be in full commercial operations in September and October. … Continue reading Wind power in Philippines: Luzon to gain 93 MW of wind energy

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Georgia’s first wind farm in spring 2016

With the support of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) Georgia’s is preparing to create the country’s first wind farm and utilise its wind energy potential.   The EBRD is considering providing up to a $25 million USD senior loan to a special purpose vehicle established in Georgia for the sole purpose of … Continue reading Georgia’s first wind farm in spring 2016

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Impacts of onshore wind energy development on birds and bats

USGS has released a preliminary methodology to assess the population level impacts of onshore wind energy development on birds and bats. This wind energy impacts assessment methodology is the first of its kind, evaluating national to regional scale impacts of those bats and birds that breed in and migrate through the United States. The methodology … Continue reading Impacts of onshore wind energy development on birds and bats

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An edifying moment for an aspiring videographer on wind energy

When I first decided to take part in Iberdrola Renewables’ “Why is wind energy important?” contest, I looked at it as just another video contest. I do video contests often, and I figured the concept that Iberdrola asked filmmakers to address was one that I could make a fairly decent video out of. That was … Continue reading An edifying moment for an aspiring videographer on wind energy

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Acciona Windpower opens a wind turbine plant in Brazil, the biggest wind energy market for sales of its 3 MW wind turbine

ACCIONA Windpower, the ACCIONA subsidiary dedicated to the design, manufacture and sale of wind turbines, has opened a turbine assembly plant at Simões Filho (Bahia, Brazil). It is already producing all the 3 MW machines for the Brazilian market.   The opening ceremony was presided by the Governor of Bahia, Rui Costa dos Santos, who … Continue reading Acciona Windpower opens a wind turbine plant in Brazil, the biggest wind energy market for sales of its 3 MW wind turbine

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Wind energy in Chile: Elecnor wins construction contract for 185 MW wind farm with 56 wind turbines

Elecnor has won a contract worth USD 81 million (EUR 71.6m) for the construction of a 184.8-MW wind farm for Latin American Power (LAP) in Chile.   Elecnor will be responsible for the balance of plant (BOP), as well as engineering, supply and construction of transmission facilities, including 84 km (52 miles) of 220-kV lines, … Continue reading Wind energy in Chile: Elecnor wins construction contract for 185 MW wind farm with 56 wind turbines

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Suzlon completes sale of german wind power Senvion

Centerbridge Partners has completed its acquisition of Hamburg, Germany-based turbine manufacturer Senvion. According to Senvion, all of the necessary administrative, legal and financial preparations for the transfer of ownership are now completed, and the relevant antitrust authorities have approved the deal. On Jan. 22, Senvion was sold to Centerbridge by Suzlon. Senvion, which will remain … Continue reading Suzlon completes sale of german wind power Senvion

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Wind energy in Brazil: Acciona Windpower opens wind turbine factory in Bahia

Acciona Windpower, the wind division of Spain’s Acciona, opened today its 300-MW wind turbine factory in the Brazilian state of Bahia.   Capable of producing 100 pieces of 3-MW wind turbines per year in the city of Simoes Filho, the plant can double its production if needed, Acciona Windpower president, Jose Luis Blanco, was quoted … Continue reading Wind energy in Brazil: Acciona Windpower opens wind turbine factory in Bahia

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Wind power in India: Suzlon wind turbines for a 90 MW wind farm

Suzlon will be the engineering, procurement and construction services provider on a 90 MW wind farm, located in India. The contract with ReNew Power, one of India’s largest independent power producers, calls for the supply and installation of 43 Suzlon S97-2.1 MW units. The wind turbines will be perched on top of 120-meter made of … Continue reading Wind power in India: Suzlon wind turbines for a 90 MW wind farm

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Tory pledge to end wind energy subsidies risks green economy

Conservatives’ manifesto promise to halt wind power subsidies is at odds with their emissions goals and threatens green energy jobs and new projects, says renewable industry. The Conservatives must not undermine the so-called green economy and cause job losses through their manifesto pledge to end subsidies for onshore windfarms, figures in the renewable energy industry … Continue reading Tory pledge to end wind energy subsidies risks green economy

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Amman Academy shines with SunPower photovoltaic solar power system

With a 412-kilowatt high efficiency SunPower solar power system installed on its rooftop earlier this year, Amman Academy in Jordan estimates it is now powering approximately 70 percent of its operations with emission-free solar energy. “Solar power makes sense for schools because it allows them to allocate more budget to academic and enrichment programs for … Continue reading Amman Academy shines with SunPower photovoltaic solar power system

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Electric Vehicle Charging Services Revenue Is Expected to Total $11.3 Billion from 2014 to 2023

A recent report from Navigant Research analyzes the global market for plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) charging equipment sales and charging services, including global market forecasts for residential and commercial charging system unit sales and revenue from charging services through 2023.   While growth in the residential segment of the PEV charging market tends to grow … Continue reading Electric Vehicle Charging Services Revenue Is Expected to Total $11.3 Billion from 2014 to 2023

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Duke Energy and Austin Energy reach milestones with completion of Los Vientos III wind power project

One hundred spinning wind turbines near the Rio Grande in Starr County, Texas, mark a major achievement for Duke Energy as well as its customer, Austin Energy. “The Los Vientos III Windpower Project achieving commercial operation represents a significant milestone for Duke Energy Renewables, as we now have more than 2,000 megawatts of renewable energy … Continue reading Duke Energy and Austin Energy reach milestones with completion of Los Vientos III wind power project

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