Category Archives: Grids

Spain wastes 2.1 billion in photovoltaic and wind energy due to lack of demand and networks

Last year, Spain added a renewable generation capacity of 8,400 megawatts to its electricity grid, made up of 5,899 megawatts of wind and photovoltaic energy, and around 2,500 photovoltaic megawatts for self-consumption. This dynamism in the renewable sector has not been accompanied by similar growth in grid infrastructure, resulting in areas where local grids lack … Continue reading Spain wastes 2.1 billion in photovoltaic and wind energy due to lack of demand and networks

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Grid interconnection milestone for New York’s Empire Wind 1 project

Equinor today announced that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) approved on March 1 the Large Generator Interconnection Agreement (LGIA) executed between the company’s Empire Wind 1 project, New York ISO (NYISO) and Consolidated Edison Company of New York. The announcement marks the first FERC approval for any offshore wind project to connect directly into … Continue reading Grid interconnection milestone for New York’s Empire Wind 1 project

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Commitment to photovoltaic energy in Europe results in record figures for a March month in several markets

In the first week of March, solar photovoltaic energy production reached the highest daily value for a March month in history in most major European electricity markets. This did not prevent weekly average market prices from being higher than in the previous week, supported by higher demand and gas and CO2 prices, as well as … Continue reading Commitment to photovoltaic energy in Europe results in record figures for a March month in several markets

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Advances in photovoltaics, wind power and hydraulics in Pakistan

Pakistan, a country with a growing population and increasing energy demand, has made significant progress in adopting renewable energy sources to meet its energy needs.The nation, known for its rich solar and wind resources, has been harnessing these abundant natural elements to transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future. First, let’s talk about the … Continue reading Advances in photovoltaics, wind power and hydraulics in Pakistan

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Solar photovoltaic and wind energy in February

European electricity markets in February reached their lowest prices since the first half of 2021. In February, prices in the main European electricity markets fell, most of them reaching the lowest levels since the first half of 2021. Photovoltaic energy reached the production record for a February month in Spain and Portugal, a milestone that … Continue reading Solar photovoltaic and wind energy in February

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Enel: new record in 2023 of producer and prosumer connections photovoltaic to its grids for the energy transition

Enel Grids, the Enel Group’s global business line dedicated to electricity distribution, reached a record of nearly 540,000 new producer-prosumer connections to its grids in 2023, a 56% increase over the previous record set in 2022[1]. These connections, of which about 90% are located in Europe, added 7.9 GW of renewable capacity to the distribution … Continue reading Enel: new record in 2023 of producer and prosumer connections photovoltaic to its grids for the energy transition

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Dismantling myths surrounding wind energy

Pedro Fresco presents his book Energy Fakes and dismantles some common myths about wind energy. The myths and mythologies that surround wind energy are not much different from those spread about photovoltaics. Renewable energies, in general, are the target of certain groups with political, economic, or personal interests who do not want a transition to … Continue reading Dismantling myths surrounding wind energy

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1.44 GW of hybrid wind power and photovoltaic projects commissioned by 2023 in India

Renewable Energy Implementation Agencies (REIAs) in India, including Solar Energy Corporation of India, NTPC Ltd., SJVN Ltd. and NHPC Ltd., have floated tenders for several hybrid projects aimed at integrating solar PV and wind energy. These tenders cover hybrid solar-wind projects, projects that guarantee supply during peak hours and Round the Clock (RTC) renewable energy … Continue reading 1.44 GW of hybrid wind power and photovoltaic projects commissioned by 2023 in India

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Solar photovoltaic and wind energy in the fifth week of 2024

In the week of January 29, average prices in most major European electricity markets were similar to the previous week. Solar energy production continued to increase in most markets as the days got longer, while wind energy production was generally lower than the previous week. Demand decreased in almost all markets. CO2 futures continued to … Continue reading Solar photovoltaic and wind energy in the fifth week of 2024

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Renewables generated 52.1%, with wind power being the first source of generation in Spain and photovoltaic 7%.

The demand for electrical energy in Spain increases 1.1% in January. Renewables generated 52.1%, up to 12,202 GWh of electricity, with wind power being the first source of generation in Spain for the fourth consecutive month with 24.6% of all electricity production for the monthFor their part, technologies free of CO2 equivalent emissions represented 75.3% … Continue reading Renewables generated 52.1%, with wind power being the first source of generation in Spain and photovoltaic 7%.

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Investments in wind power and photovoltaic energy increase by 17% and reach $1.8 trillion in 2023

Inputs break records, but are still insufficient for the world to achieve the goals stipulated in the Paris AgreementGlobal investments in renewable energy increased by 17% and totaled around $1.8 trillion in 2023, according to a BloombergNEF report. This figure represents a new record level of annual investment in the energy transition, even in a … Continue reading Investments in wind power and photovoltaic energy increase by 17% and reach $1.8 trillion in 2023

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Unprecedented renewables growth keeps 2030 tripling dream alive – IEA’s Heymi Bahar

The world added 50% more renewable capacity in 2023 than in 2022, with the next five years set to see the fastest growth yet. China and solar photovoltaic (PV) were the stars of the show. Energy Monitor interviews Heymi Bahar, co-author of the IEA’s Renewables 2023 report. Renewable energy around the world is expanding faster … Continue reading Unprecedented renewables growth keeps 2030 tripling dream alive – IEA’s Heymi Bahar

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The economics of wind and photovoltaics (PV) demand massive investments in integration now

The expansion of renewable energy and electrification is growing rapidly in many parts of the world as momentum behind the global energy transition gathers pace. While the renewable energy technologies driving this change are well-known and, in many cases, cost competitive with fossil fuels, the fundamental infrastructure required for their deployment is lagging. Insufficient grid … Continue reading The economics of wind and photovoltaics (PV) demand massive investments in integration now

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Clean sources of generation are set to cover all of the world’s additional electricity demand over the next three years

Global electricity demand is expected to grow at a faster rate over the next three years as the clean energy transition gathers speed, with all the additional demand forecast to be covered by technologies that produce low-emissions electricity, according to a new report from the IEA.  Electricity 2024 is the latest edition of the IEA’s … Continue reading Clean sources of generation are set to cover all of the world’s additional electricity demand over the next three years

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Europe sets course for cooperation on cross-border offshore wind energy grids

Today the European Network of Transmission System Operators for Electricity (ENTSO-E) published EU Offshore Network Development Plans (ONDPs). The ONDPs are the first comprehensive cross-border review of existing offshore grid capacity and future offshore grid requirements at sea basin level. They will help to accelerate the expansion of offshore wind and facilitate the deployment of … Continue reading Europe sets course for cooperation on cross-border offshore wind energy grids

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World’s most advanced battery energy storage system comes online, speeding Hawaii’s transition to 100% renewable energy

Plus Power™ announced it has begun operating its Kapolei Energy Storage facility on Oahu, Hawaii, the most advanced grid-scale battery energy storage system in the world, helping transition the state’s electric power from coal and oil to solar photovoltaic and wind power.  “This is a landmark milestone in the transition to clean energy,” said Brandon Keefe, Plus Power’s Executive … Continue reading World’s most advanced battery energy storage system comes online, speeding Hawaii’s transition to 100% renewable energy

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ScottishPower unveils £5.4bn worth of contract opportunities as it turbo charges its next phase of electricity network investment

The early new year boost for the supply chain by its SP Energy Networks business is the company’s biggest issued contract opportunity ever and will see major investment in green energy infrastructure and green jobs which will bolster the grid for decades to come. With electricity demand forecast to double in the next 10 years, … Continue reading ScottishPower unveils £5.4bn worth of contract opportunities as it turbo charges its next phase of electricity network investment

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South Africa’s big plan to end load shedding is seriously flawed

South Africa experienced unprecedented electricity shortages in 2023 as ageing coal plants became increasingly prone to breakdowns. The country urgently needs to develop new electricity generation facilities and reduce reliance on coal power. In the first week of 2024, the South African energy minister, Gwede Mantashe, released a proposed roadmap for the future of electricity in South … Continue reading South Africa’s big plan to end load shedding is seriously flawed

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Wind curtailment: An opportunity for battery energy storage?

The UK continues to scale up its renewable generation capacity, with the technology hitting various key milestones of late. For instance, the end of 2023 saw wind generation achieve a new national record with 21.8GW generated between 8:00 and 8:30 on the 21 December. As such, wind energy managed to secure a 56% stake in … Continue reading Wind curtailment: An opportunity for battery energy storage?

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Renewable energy fails in Southern Europe in the last week of the year

The last week of the year 2023 registered the expected drop in demand due to the Christmas holiday period. Increased solar energy production in countries such as Germany and France contributed to price declines in the EPEX SPOT market. However, wind and solar energy production fell in Italy and the Iberian Peninsula, contributing to price … Continue reading Renewable energy fails in Southern Europe in the last week of the year

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