When diplomats arrived in Marrakech for the next round of UN climate talks, they knew the conference would get off to a good start. Only a few days before the opening ceremony of COP22, the Paris Agreement formally entered into force. It gave diplomats renewed impetus as they began critical discussions on how to implement … Continue reading WindEurope CEO underscores need for strong governance on EU’s 2030 package
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Nordex first N117/3600 to start operation in November
Just a short time after the market launch of the N117/3600, in September 2016 the Nordex Group received the first order from WIND-consult Measuring Company for a project with the new turbine for IEC-2 sites. In November the first N117/3600 is to start operation in Bargeshagen, near Rostock. With a wind speed of 7.1 … Continue reading Nordex first N117/3600 to start operation in November
Continue readingIFC supports concentrated solar power (CSP) in Morocco
IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, has agreed to a $20 million equity investment in ACWA Power Ouarzazate, which has developed the 160 MW NOORo 1 concentrated solar power (“CSP”) parabolic trough plant with three-hour storage near Ouarzazate, Morocco. IFC’s investment will help support the development of Morocco’s solar power industry, part of … Continue reading IFC supports concentrated solar power (CSP) in Morocco
Continue readingGamesa will install 18 of its G132-5.0 MW wind turbines (90 MW) at a wind power plant
Gamesa has achieved a fresh milestone in its sales and product strategy, having received the first order for the new G132-5.0 MW1, the company’s largest turbine. The agreement reached with the renewable energy subsidiary of Sinohydro, one of China’s largest manufacturing groups, also constitutes the début order for the supply of turbines from the … Continue reading Gamesa will install 18 of its G132-5.0 MW wind turbines (90 MW) at a wind power plant
Continue readingIndia to award 1 GW wind energy
India is expected to compete a landmark renewable energy auction by late next month in its endeavour to increase competition and reduce generation costs in the wind energy sector. Officials of the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy have stated that the first-ever wind energy auction in India will be competed by next month. The … Continue reading India to award 1 GW wind energy
Continue readingGoldwind announces new GW3S smart wind turbine
Xinjiang Goldwind Science & Technology Co., Ltd, (Goldwind) (SZSE: 002202) (HK: 2208), announced today the release of its all-new 3-megawatt smart wind turbine platform, the GW3S. The GW3S turbine platform features Scalable capacity, Smart turbine controls and a Structured design. The platform design maintains Goldwind’s leading Permanent Magnet Direct Drive (PMDD) turbine technology and incorporates … Continue reading Goldwind announces new GW3S smart wind turbine
Continue readingThe concrete benefits of wind power for farmers
We often talk about how wind energy is a drought-proof cash crop for farmers and ranchers, providing steady income they can count on when the rains don’t fall or the fields don’t produce as expected. And that income is sizeable– landowners were paid $222 million in lease payments in 2015 alone. That’s why some observers … Continue reading The concrete benefits of wind power for farmers
Continue readingESB and Coillte reach financial deal on Cork wind farm
Located in the Ballyhoura Mountains in Co Cork, the 33.1 MW Castlepook Wind Farm will generate enough power for approximately 17,000 households annually. For Coillte it is the fourth wind farm project in the last 12 months, involving a total investment value of €400 million. Chief Executive Fergal Leamy said the business is well on … Continue reading ESB and Coillte reach financial deal on Cork wind farm
Continue readingSenvion confirms annual guidance of EUR 2.25-2.3bn revenues in 2016
Senvion, a leading global manufacturer of wind turbines, has increased its revenues to EUR 584m in the third quarter 2016, up 15.6 percent compared to the previous quarter. With adjusted EBITDA growing to EUR 60m, Senvion further improved its profitability and posted an adjusted EBITDA margin of 10.3 percent. The EBITDA margin for the 9 … Continue reading Senvion confirms annual guidance of EUR 2.25-2.3bn revenues in 2016
Continue readingRenewable energy technologies ready to deliver on the Paris Agreement at all levels of deployment
The REN Alliance, a coalition of five renewable energy associations, joined forces at COP22 in Marrakech to demonstrate how renewable technologies working together can meet energy needs at island, rural, city, national and regional levels. Among the most significant challenges facing society today is the impacts that global climate change can have on our … Continue reading Renewable energy technologies ready to deliver on the Paris Agreement at all levels of deployment
Continue readingMicrosoft announces its largest purchase of wind power
On Monday, Microsoft Corp. announced its largest purchase of wind energy to date with the signing of two agreements. Combined, these agreements represent 237 megawatts of wind energy, which brings Microsoft’s total investment in wind energy projects in the U.S. to more than 500 megawatts. “Microsoft is committed to building a responsible cloud, and … Continue reading Microsoft announces its largest purchase of wind power
Continue readingVector Cuatro wind power capacity under management reaches 244 MW
As part of its technological diversification strategy, Vector Cuatro already manages 9 wind energy projects in Spain, France, Italy and the UK, totaling 244 MW of installed capacity. Within this portfolio, the company carries out the technical management of turbines from 4 different manufacturers. Services provided include plants operation, access control and Health and Safety … Continue reading Vector Cuatro wind power capacity under management reaches 244 MW
Continue readingAWEA Fall Symposium: What lies ahead in 2017
This Wednesday, I’ll be moderating a panel at AWEA’s Fall Symposium entitled “BREAKING NEWS: Election Results Impact Wind’s Relationship with Congress, White House.” While it’s not exactly breaking news any longer, the outcome of last week’s Presidential and Congressional elections will still be on the forefront of all of our minds come Wednesday’s panel. I’m sure … Continue reading AWEA Fall Symposium: What lies ahead in 2017
Continue readingWind energy in Australia: Vestas wind turbines for a wind farm
Located west of Horsham, Victoria, near the town of Nhill, the Kiata wind farm is an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) project for Vestas. The order also includes a five-year Active Output Management (AOM) 4000 service contract, in which Vestas guarantees a defined level of availability and performance, and a SCADA VestasOnline Business for data-driven … Continue reading Wind energy in Australia: Vestas wind turbines for a wind farm
Continue readingMore offshore wind contracts to be revealed soon in best value wind farm
Champions of East of England offshore wind must invest in the industry’s future by offering work placements and internships now to secure longevity for developing wind farms. More than 200 “local champions” of the multi-billion pound industry developing off the east coast were challenged to embrace students into their organisations at the only event outside … Continue reading More offshore wind contracts to be revealed soon in best value wind farm
Continue readingSenvion appointed preferred supplier for 300 megawatts in Australia
Senvion, a leading global manufacturer of wind turbines, has been selected by Nexif Energy as preferred supplier of the EPC contracts and maintenance agreements for the 25-turbine Glen Innes Wind Farm in New South Wales and the 59-turbine Lincoln Gap Wind Farm in South Australia. Combined, these projects will deliver over 300 megawatts (MW) of … Continue reading Senvion appointed preferred supplier for 300 megawatts in Australia
Continue readingFinal rule issued by BLM makes wind development on public land less likely
The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) issued the following statement regarding the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) final rule governing wind and solar energy development on public lands: “Unfortunately, based on our preliminary review, for this Administration and the majority of Americans who support expanding wind energy in the U.S., this final rule makes federal … Continue reading Final rule issued by BLM makes wind development on public land less likely
Continue readingThe NOORo I, II and III concentrated solar power plants at COP22
NOORo I, NOORo II and NOORo III, three solar thermoelectric power plants belonging to the largest solar complex on the planet, located in Ouarzazate (Morocco), are turnkey developments of the SENER engineering and technology group, in which the latter provides its own technology. These facilities are expected to attract the attention of the majority of … Continue reading The NOORo I, II and III concentrated solar power plants at COP22
Continue readingWind power salutes America’s veterans
This Veterans Day, the U.S. wind industry would like to thank the men and women who serve our country. We’re also proud that many of the 88,000 jobs wind energy supports across the country are filled by veterans. They provide our homegrown energy source with invaluable hard work, professionalism and first-class skill. We’re a stronger … Continue reading Wind power salutes America’s veterans
Continue readingFirst wind farm in Ghana
Lekela Power, initiators of the first wind farm project in Ghana, has assured residents of Ningo in the Greater Accra Region that the project would not affect farming activities in and around the town. Lekela, the renewable energy company, therefore appealed to land owners to cooperate with them for a smooth take-off of the wind … Continue reading First wind farm in Ghana
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