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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Global power sector saved fuel costs of USD 520 billion last year thanks to renewables
The fossil fuel price crisis has accelerated the competitiveness of renewable power. Around 86 per cent (187 gigawatts) of all the newly commissioned renewable capacity in 2022 had lower costs than fossil fuel-fired electricity. Renewable Power Generation Costs in 2022, published by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) today shows that the renewable power added … Continue reading Global power sector saved fuel costs of USD 520 billion last year thanks to renewables
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U.S. Department of Energy Projects Strong Growth in U.S. Wind Power Sector
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today released three annual reports showing that wind power continues to be one of the fastest growing and lowest cost sources of electricity in America and is poised for rapid growth. According to the new reports, wind power accounted for 22% of new electricity capacity installed in the United … Continue reading U.S. Department of Energy Projects Strong Growth in U.S. Wind Power Sector
Continue readingACP Praises Approval of Revolution Wind Project
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) applauded the approval of the Revolution Wind offshore wind project announced by the Department of the Interior today. Josh Kaplowitz, ACP Vice President of Offshore Wind, issued the following statement: “ACP thanks the Department of Interior and Secretary Haaland for their leadership in moving the Revolution Wind project forward, … Continue reading ACP Praises Approval of Revolution Wind Project
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Concentrated Solar Power, photovoltaic and wind energy production in the third week of August
Gas and CO2 prices and the fall in renewable energy support the rise in electricity markets prices. Prices in European electricity markets rose in the third week of August. The increase in gas and CO2 prices, together with the general decrease in wind energy production and the increase in demand due to higher average temperatures, … Continue reading Concentrated Solar Power, photovoltaic and wind energy production in the third week of August
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Commerce Decision on Solar Tariffs Throws Cold Water on U.S. Clean Energy Goals
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) issued the following statement by ACP CEO Jason Grumet, after a final decision was announced today by the U.S. Department of Commerce to implement tariffs for U.S. businesses that import solar panels and cells assembled by trading partners in Southeast Asia. “The clean power industry is disappointed in this … Continue reading Commerce Decision on Solar Tariffs Throws Cold Water on U.S. Clean Energy Goals
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Oregon Inches Closer to Offshore Wind Development
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement today from Josh Kaplowitz, Vice President of Offshore Wind, on the release of two draft Wind Energy Areas (WEA) off Oregon’s South Coast by the Bureau of Oceanic Energy Management (BOEM): “This is a monumental step for the state of Oregon in charting its clean … Continue reading Oregon Inches Closer to Offshore Wind Development
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How Wind Energy is Driving the Next Tech Revolution
Wind energy, a renewable source of power, is poised to be at the forefront of the next technological revolution. This clean, abundant, and sustainable energy source is increasingly being harnessed to meet the world’s growing energy demands. As the global community continues to grapple with the challenges of climate change and environmental degradation, wind energy … Continue reading How Wind Energy is Driving the Next Tech Revolution
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European Parliament vote sends strong positive signal for renewables investments
Today the European Parliament’s Committee on Industry, Research and Energy (ITRE) formally agreed its position on the ongoing EU electricity market design revision, largely backing the European Commission’s proposal for a targeted reform. The Committee voted to maintain the merit order system and to avoid inframarginal revenue caps which fragment the internal energy market and … Continue reading European Parliament vote sends strong positive signal for renewables investments
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Concern from the Spanish wind sector for the successive blockades of the processing of wind projects in Galicia
The Spanish wind sector observes with great concern the situation that is unfolding in Galicia with the succession of stoppages of wind projects, and urges the institutions to find an urgent solution to the current structural blockade.With the utmost respect for the decisions of the courts of justice, the sector recognizes that legal uncertainty is … Continue reading Concern from the Spanish wind sector for the successive blockades of the processing of wind projects in Galicia
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ACP Statement on Revolution Wind Farm 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 availability of the final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) for the proposed Revolution Wind Farm project offshore of Rhode Island. This is the final step before … Continue reading ACP Statement on Revolution Wind Farm Final EIS
Continue readingGerman offshore auctions award 7 GW of new wind energy
Today Germany announced the results of its biggest offshore wind auction to date. 7 GW of new capacity were awarded. The auction design required project developers to pay for the right to build their wind farms. This uncapped negative bidding means costs will have to be passed on to consumers, and to the wind supply … Continue reading German offshore auctions award 7 GW of new wind energy
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Annual Renewable Power Must Triple by 2030
IRENA’s World Energy Transitions Outlook calls for annual renewable power additions of 1,000 GW by 2030 to keep 1.5°C climate target within reach. In the first volume of the World Energy Transitions Outlook (WETO) 2023 released today, the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) identifies the way forward to immediately course correct the 1.5°C climate pathway. … Continue reading Annual Renewable Power Must Triple by 2030
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NZIA: act now or Europe’s wind turbines will be made in China
The EU wants to massively expand renewables and strengthen Europe’s clean energy supply chains. But its Net-Zero Industry Act (NZIA) falls short and needs beefing up. If Europe gets NZIA wrong, it’ll end up building wind farms with turbines manufactured outside of Europe, many of them in China. New data shows what’s at stake economically. Wind … Continue reading NZIA: act now or Europe’s wind turbines will be made in China
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Nature restoration and wind energy go hand in hand
With its Nature Restoration Law the EU is planning new legislation to restore Europe’s natural ecosystems. The European Commission has proposed binding restoration targets for specific habitats and species. It aims to restore 30% of the EU’s degraded areas, and ultimately all ecosystems in need of restoration by 2050. WindEurope emphatically supports this target. 30% … Continue reading Nature restoration and wind energy go hand in hand
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European Parliament mustn’t undermine climate or energy security
The EU is debating a revised electricity market design. The European Commission has proposed a targeted reform to end the investment uncertainty caused by uncoordinated Government interventions in electricity markets. The European Parliament and Member States should stick to this proposal. But lead MEP Nicolás González Casares has proposed unhelpful things on revenue caps: lowering … Continue reading European Parliament mustn’t undermine climate or energy security
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ACP Statement on Ocean Wind 1 Final Environmental Impact Statement
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 availability of the final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) for the proposed Ocean Wind 1 project offshore of New Jersey. This is the final step before … Continue reading ACP Statement on Ocean Wind 1 Final Environmental Impact Statement
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Outlook for wind improving significantly in Central and Eastern Europe
On 17 May WindEurope CEO Giles Dickson opened the Energy Day of the CEE (Central and Eastern Europe) Sustainable Finance Summit in Prague and highlighted the wind energy potential in the region. The share of wind in the region’s electricity mix is below the 17% average for Europe. But there is a clear increase in … Continue reading Outlook for wind improving significantly in Central and Eastern Europe
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