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The Inflation Reduction Act is set to increase cumulative wind energy installations in the US by over 50% in the next 5 years

New report, in partnership with the American Clean Power Association, uncovers insights on the surge in offshore wind power projects, the revival of onshore markets, and the booming repowering sector, all fueled by strategic policy shifts and significant investments. The US Wind Watch, a new report released by the American Clean Power Association (ACP) and … Continue reading The Inflation Reduction Act is set to increase cumulative wind energy installations in the US by over 50% in the next 5 years

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ACP Statement on Governor Healey Announcement at Offshore Wind Conference

American Clean Power Association (ACP) CEO Jason Grumet released this statement after Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey announced during her remarks at ACP’s Offshore WINDPOWER 2023 conference New England’s first offshore wind multi-state coordination memorandum of understanding?(MOU). Under the MOU, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island will procure an additional 6,000 megawatts of offshore wind:  “Tough challenges … Continue reading ACP Statement on Governor Healey Announcement at Offshore Wind Conference

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Wind energy overcomes the barrier of 30 GW installed in Spain

Wind energy surpasses the barrier of 30 GW installed, a milestone possible thanks to a competitive and innovative value chain based in Spain.More than 25 years of innovation: Wind power in Spain leads electricity generation. On this day, the latest technological advances and future challenges are analyzed. The Wind Energy Association (AEE) celebrates a new … Continue reading Wind energy overcomes the barrier of 30 GW installed in Spain

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Juan Virgilio Márquez, general director of AEE, analyzes the wind energy proposals before the next legislature in Spain

Juan Virgilio Márquez, general director of AEE, analyzes the proposals of the wind sector before the next legislature.1.What do you consider to be the main challenges for the next legislature in relation to the development of wind power in Spain? The electricity sector is a regulated sector. And the regulation of the renewable sector, in … Continue reading Juan Virgilio Márquez, general director of AEE, analyzes the wind energy proposals before the next legislature in Spain

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The path to limiting global warming to 1.5 °C has narrowed, but clean energy growth is keeping it open

Driving greenhouse gas emissions from the world’s energy sector to net zero and limiting global warming to 1.5 °C remains possible due to the record growth of key clean energy technologies, though momentum needs to increase rapidly in many areas, according to a new edition of the IEA’s landmark Net Zero Roadmap. The new Roadmapsets out … Continue reading The path to limiting global warming to 1.5 °C has narrowed, but clean energy growth is keeping it open

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Integrated Renewables Strategy Will Deliver Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Energy Security, Prosperity

Despite being a net electricity exporter, Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) bears the heavy cost of air pollution and health impacts due to the dominance of fossil fuels in its current energy mix. The Renewables Readiness Assessment: Bosnia and Herzegovina finds that integrated short- and long-term strategies that aim to increase the share of diverse renewables … Continue reading Integrated Renewables Strategy Will Deliver Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Energy Security, Prosperity

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ACP Statement on Governors’ Offshore Wind Letter to President Biden

Today, American Clean Power Association (ACP) Chief Executive Officer Jason Grumet issued the following statement after six coastal governors sent a letter to President Biden urging federal action to support the growing offshore wind industry:    “Northeastern states have long recognized the value of an American offshore wind industry in meeting our growing power needs … Continue reading ACP Statement on Governors’ Offshore Wind Letter to President Biden

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Stronger international cooperation in high emissions sectors crucial to get on track for 1.5C climate goal

Insufficient progress in transitions to clean technologies and sustainable solutions over the past year highlights the need for strong and targeted international collaboration in high emissions sectors to deliver transitions that are faster, easier and cheaper for all, according to the latest Breakthrough Agenda Report. The new report – an annual collaboration between the International … Continue reading Stronger international cooperation in high emissions sectors crucial to get on track for 1.5C climate goal

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Stronger International Cooperation in High Emissions Sectors Crucial to Get on Track for 1.5°C Climate Goal

Countries must supercharge international collaboration on technologies and markets for sectors such as power, transport, industry, buildings and agriculture, new report finds. Insufficient progress in transitions to clean technologies and sustainable solutions over the past year highlights the need for strong and targeted international collaboration in high emissions sectors to deliver transitions that are faster, … Continue reading Stronger International Cooperation in High Emissions Sectors Crucial to Get on Track for 1.5°C Climate Goal

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AEE applauds the presentation of the European Wind Energy Package

The wind power industry is going through critical moments and serious difficulties at the European and Spanish level. However, the wind sector has ambitious objectives – 420 GW of wind energy by 2030 in Europe and, in our country, 62 GW of wind energy for the same period – reflected in the draft of the … Continue reading AEE applauds the presentation of the European Wind Energy Package

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Western wind turbine manufacturers are prioritising profit over volume, opening the door for Chinese market share growth

Despite short-term challenges, all leading wind turbine manufacturers will double their annual installed capacity over the next decade, driven by soaring wind demand. Supply chain companies within the wind energy value chain are facing a paradox: the industry expects long-term demand growth prompted by decarbonisation ambitions but will encounter many challenges in the near term.   … Continue reading Western wind turbine manufacturers are prioritising profit over volume, opening the door for Chinese market share growth

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President von der Leyen is right: wind energy must continue to be made in Europe

This morning European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen delivered her annual State of the European Union speech. As she addressed the EU Green Deal, the President stressed that the wind industry, so central to its delivery, was facing a unique set of challenges. To address these challenges, President von der Leyen announced a new … Continue reading President von der Leyen is right: wind energy must continue to be made in Europe

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ACP Statement on Empire Wind Final EIS

The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement today from Josh Kaplowitz, Vice President for Offshore Wind, after the U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) announced the final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) for the Empire Wind project offshore of New York operated by Equinor and co-developed with bp. This is the final … Continue reading ACP Statement on Empire Wind Final EIS

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Offshore wind can power a UK industrial renaissance – but we are at a crossroads

Offshore wind has been the UK’s greatest technology success story in the last decade: an industry where the country has developed genuine global leadership. Right now, the world’s biggest offshore wind farm is being built off the Yorkshire coast. Dogger Bank is the size of Greater London and when complete will produce enough clean homegrown … Continue reading Offshore wind can power a UK industrial renaissance – but we are at a crossroads

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UK Offshore wind auction failure must be a watershed moment for global offshore wind development

The failure of the UK government’s latest round of offshore wind auctions must be a watershed moment for the offshore wind industry around the globe. Despite clear warnings from the industry that prices set by the UK government made project investment unfeasible, policymakers failed to act. Price caps for this year’s auction were even lower … Continue reading UK Offshore wind auction failure must be a watershed moment for global offshore wind development

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India has the potential to dominate the global wind energy supply chain

India could emerge as a central figure in the global wind energy supply chain because of its comprehensive strategy to enhance wind turbines manufacturing and export capabilities while fostering domestic renewable energy growth. This information was revealed in the report India Wind Energy Market Outlook 2023–2027, jointly published by the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) … Continue reading India has the potential to dominate the global wind energy supply chain

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ACP WINDPOWER Conference 2023: Steel in the Water. People at Work

The American Clean Power Association (ACP) announced speakers for its Offshore WINDPOWER Conference & Exhibition, to be held October 3-4 at the Hynes Convention Center in Boston. U.S. offshore wind development is a once-in-a-generation opportunity, and the momentum continues leading into ACP’s Offshore WINDPOWER this fall. October 3, 2023: Industry Leader Panel; Charting the Course: … Continue reading ACP WINDPOWER Conference 2023: Steel in the Water. People at Work

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No energy transition without expanded electricity grid

Europe needs to invest more in its electricity grids. It needs to accelerate the build-out of transmission and distribution networks, reinforce existing grids and increase their flexibility. “No transition without more transmission” – without these critical investments Europe cannot deliver its energy security and climate targets. In a new one-pager WindEurope lays out its recommendations … Continue reading No energy transition without expanded electricity grid

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ACP Statement on Monmouth Offshore Wind Opinion Poll

The American Clean Power Association (ACP) issued the following statement by Moira Cyphers, Director of Eastern State Affairs, in response to the latest Monmouth University Offshore Wind Opinion Poll: “After being subjected to a nearly year-long, well-funded and coordinated disinformation campaign that has attempted to threaten the economic and energy future of the Garden State, … Continue reading ACP Statement on Monmouth Offshore Wind Opinion Poll

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Offshore wind power primed for rapid expansion in new markets this decade

Industry and government must work together to speed up licensing, permitting and grow the supply chain in order to deliver on enormous potential. The global offshore wind industry delivered its second best year for new capacity ever in 2022, with 8.8 GW of new clean energy connected to the grid around the world, according to … Continue reading Offshore wind power primed for rapid expansion in new markets this decade

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