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World Bank is set to invest in a 100 MW wind farm in Kenya

Kipeto becomes the second-biggest wind power project in the country after the 300 MW wind farm being set up by Lake Turkana Wind Power in Marsabit. The World Bank is set to invest about Sh1.6 billion in a 100-megawatt wind power plant in Kajiado County. The global lender, through its private arm International Finance Corporation, … Continue reading World Bank is set to invest in a 100 MW wind farm in Kenya

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TuNur Concentrated Solar Power project aims to bring two gigawatts of solar energy from Tunisia

The TuNur project aims to bring two gigawatts of concentrated solar power to the UK from Tunisia if the company wins a contract for difference (CFD) from the British government.    The TuNur project aims to bring two gigawatts of concentrated solar power to the UK from Tunisia if the company wins a contract for … Continue reading TuNur Concentrated Solar Power project aims to bring two gigawatts of solar energy from Tunisia

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Acciona Energia is awarded a prize for its innovative solutions in wind power in Poland

ACCIONA Energía has been awarded the first Prize by the Green Phoenix Foundation for the Development of Ecoenergy in recognition of its innovative solutions in the wind power sector in Poland, where the company owns and operates two wind farms with a total capacity of  megawatts (MW). The prize was announced during the Eco Power … Continue reading Acciona Energia is awarded a prize for its innovative solutions in wind power in Poland

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Gamesa consolidates its presence in Mexico wind power with the sale of a 74 MW wind farm to Grupo México

The wind farm is equipped with 37 of Gamesa’s G80-2.0 MW wind turbines and is located in one of the country’s windiest regions. Gamesa, a global technology leader in wind energy, has delivered to Grupo México, a leading Mexican company, a 74 MW wind farm located in the state of Oaxaca, one of the country’s … Continue reading Gamesa consolidates its presence in Mexico wind power with the sale of a 74 MW wind farm to Grupo México

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U.S. added 419 megawatts of wind power capacity in the third quarter

The U.S. added 419 megawatts of wind power capacity in the third quarter, as installations in the first nine months surpassed all of last year, the American Wind Energy Association said. More than 20 percent of the nation’s existing 62,300 megawatts are in Texas, which had the largest rate of installations during the third quarter. … Continue reading U.S. added 419 megawatts of wind power capacity in the third quarter

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Vestas and ABB to collaborate on wind energy projects in Kenya

Vestas and ABB sign MOU to jointly develop power technology and system integration solutions for remote off-grid and micro-grid communities. Initial efforts to focus on Wind for Prosperity projects in Kenya.    Solving the technical challenge of stabilizing and controlling off-grid and micro-grid power generation solutions is essential for Wind for Prosperity projects to succeed.  … Continue reading Vestas and ABB to collaborate on wind energy projects in Kenya

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Vestas and Danish government announce support for wind power project in Indonesia

At the Global Green Growth Forum in Copenhagen, Vestas and the Danish government announced their support of a wind energy project at the Sumba Island in Indonesia. The wind power project will be part of Vestas’ Wind for Prosperity program and is endorsed by the Indonesian government.    Indonesia consists of thousands of islands – … Continue reading Vestas and Danish government announce support for wind power project in Indonesia

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First Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) plant in Morocco solar energy project to open in 2015

Morocco’s first Concentrated Solar Power plant will begin operating in 2015 as part of a multi-billion-euro project the oil-scarce kingdom hopes will satisfy its growing energy needs.     Morocco’s first Concentrated Solar Power plant will begin operating in 2015, an official said Sunday, as part of a multi-billion-euro project the oil-scarce kingdom hopes will … Continue reading First Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) plant in Morocco solar energy project to open in 2015

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Nissan begins LEAF Vehicle to Home (V2H) initiative

The LEAF to Home system is part of a larger Japanese Vehicle to Home (V2H) initiative to expand the use of electric vehicles in both emergencies and as parts of the overall electrical grid during daily use. The new testing is part of demand response testing and involves several Nissan LEAF sales outlets in Japan … Continue reading Nissan begins LEAF Vehicle to Home (V2H) initiative

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Gamesa topped the list of wind turbines sellers in India

India contributes about a third of Gamesa’s global revenues. Last year, Gamesa India, the local arm of the Spanish multinational, topped the list of wind turbines sellers in the country. In an interview with journalists who visited him at the headquarters in Bilbao, Spain, Executive Chairman Ignacio Martin, assisted by Gamesa’s Business CEO, Xavier Exteberria, … Continue reading Gamesa topped the list of wind turbines sellers in India

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EDC gets $315-M loan for Philippines wind power project

Energy Development Corp. (EDC), which has several government contracts for renewable energy (RE) development, signed a $315-million financing agreement with a group of foreign and local banks for the construction of the 150-megawatt (MW) Burgos wind energy project (BWP) in Ilocos Norte. The finance facility, denominated in US dollars and Philippine pesos, will mature in … Continue reading EDC gets $315-M loan for Philippines wind power project

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Olkaria geothermal energy project to lower cost of power in Kenya

Thirty five years ago, former President Daniel arap Moi’s government decided to venture into an ambitious plan to tap steam in the geothermal-rich area and convert it into electricity which was scarce in those days. “There were success stories from villagers who were known to tap steam and convert it into water for washing and … Continue reading Olkaria geothermal energy project to lower cost of power in Kenya

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MidAmerican to develop new wind farm in Iowa

MidAmerican Energy Company announced plans Oct. 10 to develop one new wind farm site in Adams County and expand a second site in O’Brien County in 2015 – an additional investment of up to $280 million for the nation’s leader in ownership of wind-powered generation among rate-regulated utilities. If approved, the company’s proposed wind project … Continue reading MidAmerican to develop new wind farm in Iowa

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IDB to finance new wind farm in Uruguay

The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has approved a loan of up to $42.2 million from its ordinary capital to help the private sector in Uruguay finance the development, construction, operation and maintenance of a 48.6 MW wind farm and its associated facilities.   The Kiyú wind farm will be located in Paraje Barrancas de San Gregorio, in … Continue reading IDB to finance new wind farm in Uruguay

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Canadian Wind Energy Association calls on BC Government to consider all renewable energy options

The Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA) today called on the Government of British Columbia to take into consideration a broader range of cost-competitive,  clean energy options as it determines whether or not to proceed with the Site C hydroelectric project. “Wind energy now represents the bulk of BC’s lowest-cost, emission free renewable energy generation opportunities,” … Continue reading Canadian Wind Energy Association calls on BC Government to consider all renewable energy options

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First solar panel for the 141 Megawatt (MW)ac Luz del Norte Solar Power plant in Chile

With Michelle Bachelet, President of the Republic of Chile; Isabel Allende, President of the Chilean Senate, and Máximo Pacheco, Minister of Energy in attendance, First Solar (Nasdaq:FSLR) today ceremonially installed the first solar panel for the 141 Megawatt (MW)ac Luz del Norte Solar Power Plant. The project, located 58 kilometers north of the city of … Continue reading First solar panel for the 141 Megawatt (MW)ac Luz del Norte Solar Power plant in Chile

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EDC bags new contracts for solar power, wind energy projects in Philippines

Energy Development Corp (EDC) has secured seven new contracts from the government for the development of solar power and wind energy projects. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange, Lopez-owned EDC said it received one solar energy service contract and six wind energy service contracts from the Department of Energy (DOE). EDC’s solar energy … Continue reading EDC bags new contracts for solar power, wind energy projects in Philippines

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Kempton discusses innovative work in vehicle-to-grid technology

Imagine having the car you drive doing double duty as a part of a mini power plant, taking power from and giving it to an electric grid, and getting paid for the service. Willett Kempton, professor in the College of Earth, Ocean, and Environment, shared his vision for grid-integrated vehicles with retired faculty members during … Continue reading Kempton discusses innovative work in vehicle-to-grid technology

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