Equinor today announced that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) approved on March 1 the Large Generator Interconnection Agreement (LGIA) executed between the company’s Empire Wind 1 project, New York ISO (NYISO) and Consolidated Edison Company of New York. The announcement marks the first FERC approval for any offshore wind project to connect directly into … Continue reading Grid interconnection milestone for New York’s Empire Wind 1 project
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Avangrid Announces Construction of its Fifth Wind Farm in Illinois
Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today announced the construction of what will be the company’s fifth wind farm in Illinois. Osagrove Flats, located in La Salle County, will include 34 wind turbines with a total capacity of 153 MW. “Avangrid has a long track record … Continue reading Avangrid Announces Construction of its Fifth Wind Farm in Illinois
Continue readingCommitment to photovoltaic energy in Europe results in record figures for a March month in several markets
In the first week of March, solar photovoltaic energy production reached the highest daily value for a March month in history in most major European electricity markets. This did not prevent weekly average market prices from being higher than in the previous week, supported by higher demand and gas and CO2 prices, as well as … Continue reading Commitment to photovoltaic energy in Europe results in record figures for a March month in several markets
Continue readingNordex releases results reducing losses and “stabilizing” the business
Finally, after messing up and apologizing, the forecasts were met, and Nordex closed the year with a -186.5 million euros EBIT, within the range of between -150 and -300 million euros that we discussed in Windletter #70 (an estimate given by one of you, by the way). Net profit, on the other hand, stood at … Continue reading Nordex releases results reducing losses and “stabilizing” the business
Continue readingMainstream Renewable Power to develop 440 MW of wind power in the Philippines
The company signed wind energy services contracts (WESC) with the country’s Department of Energy to guarantee development rights for the projects. The contracts grant Mainstream exclusive development rights for the 100 MW Santa Ana Cagayan Wind Project located in the Municipality of Santa Ana, Province of Cagayan and the 340 MW Panaon Wind Project located … Continue reading Mainstream Renewable Power to develop 440 MW of wind power in the Philippines
Continue readingStatistics of wind energy in Europe in 2023 and outlook to 2030
Annually, Wind Europe, the wind energy industry association in Europe, publishes a report that collects the data and statistics of the sector in 2023 and makes some future forecasts. Personally, I enjoy these reports a lot, as they allow getting a global idea of how the sector is in terms of generation, installations, turbine sizes, … Continue reading Statistics of wind energy in Europe in 2023 and outlook to 2030
Continue readingAdvances in photovoltaics, wind power and hydraulics in Pakistan
Pakistan, a country with a growing population and increasing energy demand, has made significant progress in adopting renewable energy sources to meet its energy needs.The nation, known for its rich solar and wind resources, has been harnessing these abundant natural elements to transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future. First, let’s talk about the … Continue reading Advances in photovoltaics, wind power and hydraulics in Pakistan
Continue readingA wind energy plant with the capacity to supply one million homes came into operation in Bahia, Brazil
The Novo Horizonte Wind Power Complex (BA), the first project in Brazil of Pan American Energy (PAE), a global energy company, entered commercial operation. Energy production began in three of the ten parks that make up the project. At the end of 2023, the company received authorization from the National Electric Energy Agency (Aneel) to … Continue reading A wind energy plant with the capacity to supply one million homes came into operation in Bahia, Brazil
Continue readingNew wind power project in La Pampa with 100 MW: 229 meter high wind turbines
Private investors and authorities from the National Directorate for Regulation and Development of the Electric Sector continue the administrative steps for the creation of a large wind farm meters from the Colorado River, southwest of La Pampa. It is an initiative, called Los Arroyos Wind Park, which foresees 100.8 megawatts: it can provide electricity to … Continue reading New wind power project in La Pampa with 100 MW: 229 meter high wind turbines
Continue readingVestas will install the V236-15.0 MW wind turbine for a project in Denmark
Vestas has received a firm order from Thyborøn-Harboøre Vindmøllelaug I/S in 2002 for a V236-15.0 MW wind turbine to be installed directly on the waterfront of the port of Thyborøn in the north-western part of Denmark. The order consists of a V236-15.0 MW wind turbine and includes the supply, delivery and commissioning of the wind … Continue reading Vestas will install the V236-15.0 MW wind turbine for a project in Denmark
Continue readingAmerican Clean Power Statement on State of the Union
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from ACP Chief Executive Officer Jason Grumet after President Joe Biden delivered his annual State of the Union address: “Tonight, President Biden underscored our nation’s record-breaking production of clean, secure American energy. Clean energy is powering more American homes and businesses than ever before and … Continue reading American Clean Power Statement on State of the Union
Continue readingTender awarded for wind farm in Rhineland-Palatinate
In the recent auction for onshore wind turbines by the Federal Network Agency, RWE was awarded the tender for the Kail wind farm in the Cochem-Zell district (bid deadline 1 February). Specifically, three wind turbines with a total capacity of 12.9 megawatts (MW) will be erected at the site near the Moselle River, about 50 … Continue reading Tender awarded for wind farm in Rhineland-Palatinate
Continue readingSuzlon secures new 72.45 MW wind order for Juniper Green Energy Private Limited’s 3 MW wind turbines
Supply 23 wind turbines with a nominal power of 3.15 MW each. Wind farm at the client’s premises in Dwarka district of Gujarat, with a total installed capacity of 72.45 MW.A project of this size can provide electricity to ~59 lakh homes and curb ~2.35 lakh tonnes of CO2 emissions per year. Suzlon Group, India’s … Continue reading Suzlon secures new 72.45 MW wind order for Juniper Green Energy Private Limited’s 3 MW wind turbines
Continue readingNordex, number 1 wind turbine manufacturer in Germany
“We were very excited at the end of the year as we were unsure if this could ultimately translate into our profits and lead to a lower rating compared to previous years due to the large number of new projects and the associated additional burden we have. . Therefore, he had in service. However, the … Continue reading Nordex, number 1 wind turbine manufacturer in Germany
Continue readingSolar photovoltaic and wind energy in February
European electricity markets in February reached their lowest prices since the first half of 2021. In February, prices in the main European electricity markets fell, most of them reaching the lowest levels since the first half of 2021. Photovoltaic energy reached the production record for a February month in Spain and Portugal, a milestone that … Continue reading Solar photovoltaic and wind energy in February
Continue readingRecord Year for U.S. Clean Power Installations in 2023
Solar photovoltaic, storage drive historic level of installs. Energy storage rising star, closing in on new natural gas installations. Clean energy pipeline swells to all-time high, signaling robust future. The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released its Clean Power Annual Market Report today, highlighting a landmark year for U.S. clean energy with more capacity installed … Continue reading Record Year for U.S. Clean Power Installations in 2023
Continue readingGermany: 56 percent of electricity came from wind (31%) and photovoltaics (12%) in 2023
Wind energy was the main source at 31 percent, a year-on-year increase of 13.8 percent.Renewable sources generated 2023 percent of the electricity produced and injected into the grid in Germany in 56, the total of which amounted to 449.8 billion kilowatt hours, down 11.8 percent in annual terms. These are the preliminary results published by … Continue reading Germany: 56 percent of electricity came from wind (31%) and photovoltaics (12%) in 2023
Continue readingMore than 100 women wind energy professionals join the campaign ‘We want to reach very high’
The Spanish wind energy sector joins International Women’s Day, tomorrow, March 8, with the campaign “We want to reach very high.” More than 100 wind professionals have participated in this initiative, making visible the importance of the role of professionals who work in the wind sector, leaving their mark on the entire value chain and … Continue reading More than 100 women wind energy professionals join the campaign ‘We want to reach very high’
Continue readingBureau of Ocean Energy Management Issues Final Environmental Impact Statement for Avangrid’s New England Wind Lease Area
Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today announced that the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has issued the Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) for its New England Wind lease area. The FEIS represents a significant permitting milestone that brings the project closer to full federal … Continue reading Bureau of Ocean Energy Management Issues Final Environmental Impact Statement for Avangrid’s New England Wind Lease Area
Continue readingOman plans 1.2 GW of wind energy
Oman’s Nama Power & Water Procurement Company (PWP) has announced plans to acquire five wind power plants with a combined capacity of 1,171 MW. The planned schemes and their capacities are: These projects are expected to be implemented by 2027 to help the sultanate achieve its goal of renewable energy making up 30% of its … Continue reading Oman plans 1.2 GW of wind energy
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