RWE, one of the world leaders in offshore wind, has launched its first global “Floating Wind Co-use Competition”. The company is looking for solutions to promote co-existence with other sea users and biodiversity enhancement. RWE is dedicated to accelerating the development and demonstration of innovative and sustainable solutions that be specifically applied to floating offshore … Continue reading RWE launches global Floating Wind Co-use Competition
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AEE, EOI and Navantia Seanergies join forces to promote training in the offshore wind energy sector in Spain
The Wind Energy Association (AEE), the School of Industrial Organization (EOI) and Navantia Seanergies will join forces to develop the first training program taught by a business school in our country specialized in Offshore Wind Energy. The three organizations have signed an agreement with the intention of taking a step forward in the strengthening and … Continue reading AEE, EOI and Navantia Seanergies join forces to promote training in the offshore wind energy sector in Spain
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Europe Unveils Ambitious Wind Power Package
With the first power at “the world’s largest offshore wind farm” announced this month, there is finally some enthusiasm in the wind energy sector. Following months of pessimism around high material costs, low profits and mechanical issues at wind farms, the sector is seeing the results of a huge investment, as the massive Dogger Bank … Continue reading Europe Unveils Ambitious Wind Power Package
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Iberdrola progress its renewable energy strategy: the company installs almost 3,000 MW in the last twelve months
Iberdrola continues to move at pace with its commitment to being at the forefront of the energy transition, accelerating decarbonization and reducing dependence on fossil fuels. The company has installed almost 3,000 MW of new renewables capacity (2,952 MW) in the last 12 months, which means it has reached a total capacity of 41,303 MW … Continue reading Iberdrola progress its renewable energy strategy: the company installs almost 3,000 MW in the last twelve months
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The Benefits of Offshore Wind Energy for Coastal Communities
The U.S. Department of Energy has awarded a $2.5 million grant to a team of researchers led by Oregon State University. The funding will be used to conduct a study on how coastal communities perceive and benefit from the potential development of offshore wind energy projects. The study will be carried out by the Pacific … Continue reading The Benefits of Offshore Wind Energy for Coastal Communities
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ACP to Air Offshore Wind Ad Targeting New Jersey Residents During Eagles vs. Jets Game
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) will air an ad titled “Offshore Wind is Investing in New Jersey” during Sunday’s Philadelphia Eagles vs. New York Jets NFL game, which starts at 4:25 PM ET. The ad highlights the economic and energy benefits of offshore wind, particularly to New Jersey’s coastal communities. “Offshore wind is delivering thousands of jobs … Continue reading ACP to Air Offshore Wind Ad Targeting New Jersey Residents During Eagles vs. Jets Game
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AQUADA-GO – New drone technology uses Artificial Intelligence to examine offshore wind turbine blades
It’s sometimes hard to get an annual medical check-up while you’re hard at work. While it’s sometimes the case for humans, it’s also no less an issue for wind turbines. In response, RWE, DTU Wind and Energy Systems and Quali Drone have worked together to find a state-of-the-art, high-tech solution, combining new drone technology with … Continue reading AQUADA-GO – New drone technology uses Artificial Intelligence to examine offshore wind turbine blades
Continue readingACP Statement on NYSPSC Offshore Wind Ruling
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from ACP CEO Jason Grumet after the New York State Public Service Commission (NYSPSC) denied petitions requesting inflation adjustments for wind and solar energy projects in New York: “With one shortsighted decision, the NYSPSC has thrown New York’s environmental and clean energy future into peril. … Continue reading ACP Statement on NYSPSC Offshore Wind Ruling
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Major energy security milestone as world’s largest offshore wind farm produces first power
Dogger Bank is now connected to Britain’s national grid and has started exporting electricity for the first time to British homes and businesses. This is a major milestone in the development of the industry and the transition to a cleaner, more secure energy system. The 3.6 GW Dogger Bank Wind Farm is being constructed in … Continue reading Major energy security milestone as world’s largest offshore wind farm produces first power
Continue readingVoltaire installs first next generation wind turbines at Dogger Bank
Jan De Nul Group’s newest jack-up installation vessel, Voltaire, recently installed her very first offshore wind turbine at Dogger Bank. Soon after installing the first of 277 wind turbines, this first turbine has produced first power. The installation and first power of the first GE Haliade-X turbine at Dogger Bank A was confirmed. The precision … Continue reading Voltaire installs first next generation wind turbines at Dogger Bank
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Annual Wind Workforce Outlook highlights huge global demand for new wind technicians by 2027
New figures clarify the workforce challenge facing the global wind industry with nearly 600,000 technicians needed during the next five years – with more than 240,000 of these roles new recruits to the industry. The Global Wind Organisation (GWO) and Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) have published their latest joint report forecasting the numbers of … Continue reading Annual Wind Workforce Outlook highlights huge global demand for new wind technicians by 2027
Continue readingWorld’s largest offshore wind farm produces power for the first time
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak hails Dogger Bank’s role in bolstering energy security, creating jobs, lowering costs, and achieving Net Zero. First wind power achieved at UK’s Dogger Bank as the first of 277 wind turbines installed 130km from UK coast. Dogger Bank is now connected via HVDC technology to Britain’s national grid and providing … Continue reading World’s largest offshore wind farm produces power for the first time
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Jumbo Offshore to transport & install TPs for Van Oord (Baltic Eagle Offshore Wind Farm)
Under the contract, Jumbo Offshore will be responsible for transportation and installation (T&I) of transition pieces from the marshalling yard to the offshore wind farm site. “To date, Jumbo Offshore has transported and installed over 400 transition pieces with our DP2 heavy lift vessels,” says Brian Boutkan, Manager Commerce at Jumbo Offshore. “After working together … Continue reading Jumbo Offshore to transport & install TPs for Van Oord (Baltic Eagle Offshore Wind Farm)
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NREL Analysis Identifies Drivers of Offshore Wind Power Development
As much as 20% of regional power needs along the Atlantic coast could be served by offshore wind farms by 2050, according to researchers with the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) who modeled deployment of this emerging U.S. energy sector in new depth and detail. The researchers who performed the analysis … Continue reading NREL Analysis Identifies Drivers of Offshore Wind Power Development
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Siemens Energy Considers Shutting Down Siemens Gamesa Factories to Reduce Losses
Siemens Energy is reportedly considering the closure of Siemens Gamesa factories and sales offices as part of a strategic review aimed at reducing losses within its wind turbine business. The German power equipment supplier has faced significant quality issues within its onshore wind turbine division, as well as potential losses from offshore contracts, causing its … Continue reading Siemens Energy Considers Shutting Down Siemens Gamesa Factories to Reduce Losses
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Poland Approves Orlen’s Offshore Wind Farm
Poland’s Infrastructure Ministry has granted final approval to Polish oil refiner Orlen for licenses to build five offshore wind farm development sites in the Baltic Sea. The project’s preparatory phase will soon begin, with construction scheduled to commence in 2024 and electricity generation expected to start by 2026. Four of the proposed locations are situated … Continue reading Poland Approves Orlen’s Offshore Wind Farm
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Expanded modelling scenarios to understand the role of offshore wind energy in decarbonizing the United States
An assessment of decarbonization pathways in energy models reveals fundamental limitations in representing factors that are relevant for practical decision-making. Although these modelling limitations are widely acknowledged, their impact on the deployment of individual power generation types is not well understood. As a result, the societal value from such generation types could be vastly misrepresented. … Continue reading Expanded modelling scenarios to understand the role of offshore wind energy in decarbonizing the United States
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Connecticut Governor Commits to Offshore Wind Power
Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont has announced that the state will join Massachusetts and Rhode Island in collectively purchasing power generated by offshore wind. Lamont’s commitment to offshore wind power comes as the industry faces challenges due to rising construction and financing costs. The developer of Connecticut’s largest offshore wind proposal, Avangrid, recently announced that increasing … Continue reading Connecticut Governor Commits to Offshore Wind Power
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The drop in the LCOE of solar and wind power drives the energy transition
Over the past decade, the LCOE (Levelized Cost Of Electricity) of renewable electricity generation technologies has dropped exponentially, driving the energy transition towards a 100% renewable system. The largest drops in LCOE since 2010 have been for onshore wind energy, 69%, solar photovoltaic energy, 89%, and offshore wind energy, 59%. This evolution of the renewable … Continue reading The drop in the LCOE of solar and wind power drives the energy transition
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Ørsted and UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business team up to advance people-positive renewable energy build-out
Ørsted, one of the world’s leading renewable energy companies, and Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley, have entered a multi-year partnership to advance the positive social impact of renewable energy projects. Ørsted and UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business will bring together community organisations, policymakers, and industry experts to lay the … Continue reading Ørsted and UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business team up to advance people-positive renewable energy build-out
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