Infinity Power has completed the acquisition of the entire shareholding of Lekela Power, adding the group’s 1GW of African wind energy projects. The assets are located across South Africa, Egypt and Senegal. In addition, Lekela has a 1.8 GW project pipeline in various stages of development. The transaction was funded through equity investment from shareholders … Continue reading Infinity Power adds 1 GW African wind power portfolio
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ACEN Acquires Portfolio of Eight Operating Wind Projects in Texas
ACEN, the listed energy platform of the Ayala group, through its joint-venture company, UPC Power Solutions LLC, signed a Purchase and Sale Agreement with GlidePath for the acquisition of a portfolio of eight operating wind projects located in northern Texas, USA.ACEN, the listed energy platform of the Ayala group, through its joint-venture company, UPC Power … Continue reading ACEN Acquires Portfolio of Eight Operating Wind Projects in Texas
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World’s highest wind farm in Tibet generates over 100 mln kWh of electricity
An ultra-high altitude wind farm in southwest China’s Tibet Autonomous Region has generated over 100 million kWh of electricity since it began operation in December 2021. With its wind turbine generators built at altitudes of 5,000 to 5,200 meters, the Comai Trigu Wind Farm in Trigu Township of Comai County is the highest of its … Continue reading World’s highest wind farm in Tibet generates over 100 mln kWh of electricity
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Wind energy projects generated 64.54bn electricity units in April-Jan in India
The electricity produced from wind energy projects was 64.54 billion units during the April-January period of 2022-23, according to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy data. Tamil Nadu and Gujarat are the two states which lead in terms of generating electricity through wind energy. During April 2022-January 2023, Gujarat produced 17,062 million units of … Continue reading Wind energy projects generated 64.54bn electricity units in April-Jan in India
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A road trip dedicated to sustainability in Greece
Ever since 2008, when Enel Green Power was formed, we have been making a decisive contribution to the sustainable development and prosperity of the regions where we operate. Over the years, our activities in more than 20 different geographical areas have addressed local needs through dozens of sustainable and resilient social solidarity projects. Our people … Continue reading A road trip dedicated to sustainability in Greece
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Vietnam looks to offshore wind power in transition to renewable energy
Vietnam is developing a regulation framework for offshore wind activity as the country has embarked on a roadmap to reduce coal-fired power generation in an effort to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050, Xinhua reported, quoting a Vietnam News Agency report on Thursday. Vietnam has untapped potential in the offshore wind because of the … Continue reading Vietnam looks to offshore wind power in transition to renewable energy
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Thai company wins grant for region’s largest cross-border wind farm in Laos
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has given a Thai firm a nearly $700 million grant to build the largest cross-border wind farm in Southeast Asia as the Thai energy sector continues its evolution to renewables and greater sustainability. The $692.5 million funding by the ADB will go to Monsoon Wind Power Company to help construct … Continue reading Thai company wins grant for region’s largest cross-border wind farm in Laos
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Vestas wins order for 50 MW of wind power in Finland
Vestas has received a 50 MW order for the Lappfjärd Extension wind farm from Prime Capital AG in Kristinestad, Finland. The order includes the supply, installation and commissioning of eight V162-6.2 MW wind turbines, as well as a 20-year Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) service agreement designed to ensure optimized asset performance. This order … Continue reading Vestas wins order for 50 MW of wind power in Finland
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EDF Renewables North America Wins Three Wind Projects Totaling 570 MW in Quebec
Haute-Chaudière, Forêt Domaniale, and Madawaska wind energy projects selected in Hydro-Québec’s calls for tenders. EDF Renewables North America announced today that Hydro-Québec selected three of its wind projects representing 570 megawatts (MW) for wind energy supply contracts under two calls for tenders launched in December 2021. EDF Renewables won three of the seven wind project … Continue reading EDF Renewables North America Wins Three Wind Projects Totaling 570 MW in Quebec
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DNV study shows high offshore hydrogen infrastructure potential for Europe
Offshore hydrogen production is paramount to meet the substantial increase expected in European hydrogen demand, as hydrogen is due to play a significant role as a low-carbon energy carrier – not only to decarbonize hard-to-abate sectors, but also to boost security of energy supply in Europe. The “Specification of a European Offshore Hydrogen Backbone” study, … Continue reading DNV study shows high offshore hydrogen infrastructure potential for Europe
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ACP Statement on Introduction of the Lower Energy Costs Act
Today, American Clean Power Association (ACP) CEO Jason Grumet released a statement following the recent introduction of H.R. 1, the Lower Energy Costs Act, which is expected to move through the House Rules Committee and be taken up on the House Floor in late March: “The Lower Energy Costs Act contains important provisions and reforms … Continue reading ACP Statement on Introduction of the Lower Energy Costs Act
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Nordex now participating in EoLO-HUBs project to drive recycling of high-value rotor blade materials from wind turbine blades
Currently, 85 – 95% of a Nordex wind turbine is already recyclable. For many of the materials used, there are established recycling processes for environmentally-friendly disposal – especially for steel and concrete, which make up the largest share of a wind turbine in the tower and foundation. Turbine rotor blades consist of a combination of … Continue reading Nordex now participating in EoLO-HUBs project to drive recycling of high-value rotor blade materials from wind turbine blades
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Vestas wins an order for 50 MW of wind power in Germany for the production of green hydrogen
Vestas has received a 50 MW order from Energiepark Bad Lauchstädt GmbH to power the Bad Lauchstädt TerraWatt project in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany. The order includes supply, installation, and commissioning of eight V162-6.2 MW turbines at a hub height of 169m, as well as a 25-year Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) service agreement designed to … Continue reading Vestas wins an order for 50 MW of wind power in Germany for the production of green hydrogen
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Wind energy can help Morocco meet 2030 targets
A report released by the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) has highlighted Morocco’s shift towards prioritizing renewable energy, projecting that the country plans to have 5 GW of installed renewable wind energy installed by 2030.Despite the country’s “aggressive renewable energy targets,” the report argued, Morocco still largely relies on the international energy market, importing 90% … Continue reading Wind energy can help Morocco meet 2030 targets
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DNV embarks on a project to support KEPCO to bring offshore wind power to South Korea
DNV will support the development of an optimal design and network routing plan for integrating large-scale offshore wind into the power grid. DNV will also study how to minimize renewables integration costs. DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, is assisting KEPCO (Korea Electric Power Corporation) Research Institute in the development of a long-term … Continue reading DNV embarks on a project to support KEPCO to bring offshore wind power to South Korea
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EU Green Industry Plan falls short for now
The European Commission presented its Green Deal Industrial Plan today. It consists of a Net Zero Industry Act (NZIA) aiming to strengthen the EU’s industrial base for clean technologies, a Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA) to increase Europe’s capacity to source and refine critical raw materials, and more flexible State aid rules. As it stands … Continue reading EU Green Industry Plan falls short for now
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ACP Statement on Anti-Offshore Wind Disinformation
American Clean Power Association (ACP) CEO Jason Grumet issued the following statement in response to disinformation regarding whale deaths on the East Coast. Much of this disinformation has been pushed by long-time opponents to offshore wind and irresponsible news outlets who have blamed these deaths on the offshore wind industry without any evidence. “Disinformation shouldn’t … Continue reading ACP Statement on Anti-Offshore Wind Disinformation
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RWE unveils supplier initiative to unlock business opportunities from offshore wind growth and investment
RWE, Wales’ largest renewable energy generator, has unveiled an innovative approach to supplier engagement, as it looks to expand investment opportunities in renewable energy to a wider pool of UK businesses. The developer’s dedicated approach to supplier engagement was launched at RWE’s Celtic Sea Supply Chain Engagement Day in Cardiff, where Stephen Crabb MP for … Continue reading RWE unveils supplier initiative to unlock business opportunities from offshore wind growth and investment
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Vattenfall gets international supply chain award
Sustainable businesses need sustainable supply chains. Two years ago, Vattenfall started a supplier CO2 reduction project and we have worked hard to implement measures throughout all of Vattenfall to minimize our carbon footprint in also our supply chain. It is efforts that has not only produced results, but has also been noticed and appreciated externally. … Continue reading Vattenfall gets international supply chain award
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OX2 signs an asset management agreement for a 36-turbine wind farm in Sweden
OX2 has signed an asset management agreement for a wind farm owned by Greencoat Renewables PLC (a company managed by Schroders Greencoat LLP) in Sweden. The deal is a long-term, full-service asset management agreement for the operating Ersträsk South wind farm, and will also include support for the future acquisition of another asset.OX2 will provide … Continue reading OX2 signs an asset management agreement for a 36-turbine wind farm in Sweden
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