Wind turbines have been increasing in tower (or hub) height (from 30 meters [m] to 90 m) and rotor diameter (from 30 m to 125 m) from the 1990s to the 2020s, with power capacity also growing from 0.2 megawatts (MW) to 3 MW. Near-commercial innovations can produce turbines with tip heights taller than the … Continue reading Technological advances unlock 80% more wind energy potential in the United States
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Spain brings solar PPA to lead Europe
PPA are booming as a tool in the energy transition. PPA allow renewable energy producers to guarantee the long?term sale of their production, facilitating financing. In turn, consumers ensure a supply at agreed prices, avoiding market volatility and demonstrating their commitment to the environment. Spain has brought solar PPA to lead in Europe. AleaGreen facilitates … Continue reading Spain brings solar PPA to lead Europe
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Suzlon wins 29.4 MW wind order from BrightNight
It will supply 14 wind turbines with a nominal power of 2.1 MW each. 29.4 MW of wind capacity for BrightNight’s 100 MW wind-solar hybrid project in Osmanabad, Maharashtra. The project will be launched in phases starting in April 2024.The electricity generated by the project will be supplied to commercial and industrial (C&I) customers in … Continue reading Suzlon wins 29.4 MW wind order from BrightNight
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces $72 Million to Innovate Manufacturing and Accelerate Deployment of Wind and Water Energy Technologies
As part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, a key pillar of Bidenomics, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced $72 million for three sets of projects that will innovate manufacturing processes for wind and water technologies and accelerate the equitable and sustainable deployment of offshore and land-based wind energy. This funding includes … Continue reading Biden-Harris Administration Announces $72 Million to Innovate Manufacturing and Accelerate Deployment of Wind and Water Energy Technologies
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Plasencia Eolo 2023 Award for its work in the rural integration of wind energy
The municipality of Plasencia, in the province of Cáceres, has won the Eolo 2023 Award for Rural Integration of Wind Energy in its twelfth edition. It is a model municipality for its wind development, where the implementation of wind energy is being carried out with maximum harmony and compatibility with the rest of the economic, … Continue reading Plasencia Eolo 2023 Award for its work in the rural integration of wind energy
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European energy markets heading into fall with price rises
In the second week of September, European electricity markets prices rose compared to the previous week. On the 11th, some markets registered hourly prices above €300/MWh, the highest since December. The increase was driven by higher demand and gas prices, as well as lower renewable energy production in some markets. On the 15th, Brent futures … Continue reading European energy markets heading into fall with price rises
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José Luis Blanco of Nordex elected as new WindEurope Chair
WindEurope’s Board of Directors has elected José Luis Blanco, CEO of Nordex Group, as the Association’s new Chair for an 18-month term. The Board also elected Alfredo Parres, Head of Renewables at Hitachi Energy, as its new Vice-Chair. The election comes one week after European Commission President von der Leyen announced a new “Wind Power … Continue reading José Luis Blanco of Nordex elected as new WindEurope Chair
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ACP’s WINDPOWER 2023 to Focus on Prospects and Challenges
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) announced additional 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 facing a once-in-a-generation opportunity and the key dynamics facing the industry will be the focus of ACP’s WINDPOWER 2023. Reflecting strong interest, … Continue reading ACP’s WINDPOWER 2023 to Focus on Prospects and Challenges
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How Horns Rev 1 paved the way for offshore wind
In the 1990’s, the Danish state decided for a large-scale offshore windfarm in the North Sea. Only problem was that this had never been done before and no one knew how to do it. Vattenfall’s Bent Johansen is one of the pioneers who can tell the story of how the sea-breaking Horns Rev 1 was … Continue reading How Horns Rev 1 paved the way for offshore wind
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Vestas secures 126 MW wind order from Apex Clean Energy in the US
Vestas has received an order for 126 MW to repower the Downeast Wind project owned by Apex Clean Energy in Maine, USA. The order consists of 30 V150-4.2 MW wind turbines. The order includes the supply, delivery and commissioning of the turbines, as well as a multi-year Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) service agreement, … Continue reading Vestas secures 126 MW wind order from Apex Clean Energy in the US
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Nordex receives an order from Ibereólica for 60 MW of wind power in Spain
Nordex has received an order for N155/5.X wind turbines for two wind farms in Spain from independent renewable energy producer Ibereólica Renovables. The manufacturer supplies 11 wind turbines for the “Aciberos” and “Padornelo 3” projects with a total capacity of approx. 60 megawatts. The contract also includes service and maintenance of the wind turbines for … Continue reading Nordex receives an order from Ibereólica for 60 MW of wind power in Spain
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Neoenergia and Government of Rio Grande do Norte sign memorandum for offshore wind power projects
News Back 15/09/2023 The company will carry out studies for energy production on the coast of Rio Grande do Norte, including an assessment of technical, environmental, social and regulatory aspects Neoenergia and Government of Rio Grande do Norte sign memorandum for offshore wind power projects #Neoenergia #offshore wind Aerial view of the coast of Rio … Continue reading Neoenergia and Government of Rio Grande do Norte sign memorandum for offshore wind power projects
Continue readingEIA is changing how it accounts for primary energy consumption of electricity generation from solar, wind, hydropower, and geothermal
The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) is changing its methodology for calculating primary energy consumption of electricity generation from noncombustible renewable energy sources—solar, wind, hydroelectric power, and geothermal. When EIA publishes its Monthly Energy Review on September 26, it will use a methodology known as the captured energy approach to calculate renewable energy consumption for … Continue reading EIA is changing how it accounts for primary energy consumption of electricity generation from solar, wind, hydropower, and geothermal
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Global wind power cumulative installed capacity to hit 2.38 TW in 2032
Increased activity in Western markets and Africa will drive a ten-year compound annual growth rate of 10.1% for grid-connected wind power, leading to 2.38 terawatts (TW) of cumulative installed capacity at the end of 2032, according to Wood Mackenzie. According to Wood Mackenzie’s “Global wind power market outlook update: Q3 2023” report, this long-term growth … Continue reading Global wind power cumulative installed capacity to hit 2.38 TW in 2032
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Vestas is awarded a 46 MW wind project in Austria
Vestas has received a firm order from Windpark Engelhartstetten GmbH, a subsidiary of WindLandKraft GmbH, for the Engelhartstetten wind farm in Lower Austria. The order consists of 11 V136-4.2 MW wind turbines and includes the supply, delivery and commissioning of the wind turbines. Upon completion, Vestas will service the turbines under a 25-year Active Output … Continue reading Vestas is awarded a 46 MW wind project in Austria
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Biden-Harris Administration Releases Roadmap to Accelerate Offshore Wind Transmission and Improve Grid Resilience and Reliability
Interior and Energy Departments Release Comprehensive Transmission Action Plan to Unlock America’s Vast Potential of Atlantic Offshore Wind Energy. As part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, a key pillar of Bidenomics, today the Departments of the Interior and Energy released An Action Plan for Offshore Wind Transmission Development in the U.S. Atlantic Region, a set … Continue reading Biden-Harris Administration Releases Roadmap to Accelerate Offshore Wind Transmission and Improve Grid Resilience and Reliability
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Why Public Financing Needs to Be Centre Stage for Universal Energy Access
The latest Tracking SDG 7 report offers yet another sobering reminder of the lack of progress on electricity and clean cooking targets. In 2021, over 675 million people were living without electricity access, and billions more were without reliable access. Meanwhile, about 2.3 billion people rely on traditional fuels for cooking. Under a business-as-usual scenario, by … Continue reading Why Public Financing Needs to Be Centre Stage for Universal Energy Access
Continue readingVestas is awarded a 27 MW wind project in Denmark
Vestas has received a firm order from HOFOR for the Bjørnstrup wind farm in Midtjylland, Denmark. The order consists of six V136-4.5 MW wind turbines and includes the supply, delivery and commissioning of the wind turbines. Upon completion, Vestas will service the turbines under a long-term Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) service agreement designed … Continue reading Vestas is awarded a 27 MW wind project in Denmark
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IRENA/GWEC report identifies key permitting reforms that unlock offshore wind’s potential and accelerate the energy transition
A new report from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC), as an outcome of IRENA’s Collaborative Framework on Ocean Energy and Offshore Renewables, has identified eight key permitting reforms that would play a crucial role in delivering the rapid acceleration of renewable energy installations the world needs to … Continue reading IRENA/GWEC report identifies key permitting reforms that unlock offshore wind’s potential and accelerate the energy transition
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China’s Largest Offshore Wind Farm Begins Generating Electricity
China Three Gorges Corporation has successfully connected the world’s largest offshore wind power facility to the grid in Fujian Province. This wind farm consists of 11 offshore wind turbine units, with the largest unit boasting a capacity of 16 megawatts. Since its launch on September 17, the wind farm has started generating electricity, contributing to … Continue reading China’s Largest Offshore Wind Farm Begins Generating Electricity
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