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Australia’s 5 GW wind energy pipeline celebrated on Global Wind Day

Wind energy’s contribution to Australia’s electricity supply has doubled since 2014, after the sector added a record 837MW of new capacity to the grid over the course of 2019, and gears up to add gigawatts more. In a statement marking Global Wind Day on Monday, the Clean Energy Council paid tribute to Australia’s wind energy … Continue reading Australia’s 5 GW wind energy pipeline celebrated on Global Wind Day

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Accelerate renewables and close coal-fired plants: the energy transition track

Imagine that the energy transition is a train track. Two parallel rails are ready to connect the energy mix of the past to the next station, which is sustainable development. On one rail runs renewable energies, which are pervading the nation faster and faster every day. On the other rail runs something equally important, the … Continue reading Accelerate renewables and close coal-fired plants: the energy transition track

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Know The History And Objective of the Day That Highlights the Power of Wind Energy

The World Wind Day event is celebrated worldwide in more than 80 countries annually. World Wind Day aims to refocus on how wind power can change the world.It is an annual world event that is celebrated with great enthusiasm and great hope. The celebration of World Wind Day is celebrating the advantages of wind energy … Continue reading Know The History And Objective of the Day That Highlights the Power of Wind Energy

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Enel Green Power Spain connects 14.4 MW wind farm to the power grid in Teruel

The Oriche wind power plant, which involved a total investment of 14.8 million euros, is able to generate 48 GWh per year. Enel Green Power Spain has connected the Oriche wind farm to the power grid. The facility, with a capacity of 14.4 MW, is located in the districts of Allueva, Anadón and Fonfría in … Continue reading Enel Green Power Spain connects 14.4 MW wind farm to the power grid in Teruel

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Wind farm developers in Ningo-Prampram help communities fight coronavirus

Enercon GmbH, Lekela Power B.V. and NEK Umwelttechnik AG, the companies behind the Great Ningo Wind Farms at Ayitepa and Konikablo, today donated goods for the people of Ningo-Prampram to protect themselves against the coronavirus. The items, which include face masks and sanitizers, were presented by the Community Liaison Team, namely Emmanuel Adjei Kordie, Jeff … Continue reading Wind farm developers in Ningo-Prampram help communities fight coronavirus

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Pakistan signs deal with Chinese wind turbine producer to expand wind energy

A major developer of wind energy in Pakistan, ACT Wind (Pvt) Limited, has signed a contract with Xinjiang Goldwind Science Technology Co., Ltd. to acquire 50MW suite of wind turbine for the Phase II ACT project. The suite is comprised of 20 turbines with each having a capacity of 2.5MW. It’s the second time the … Continue reading Pakistan signs deal with Chinese wind turbine producer to expand wind energy

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Germany adopts National Energy & Climate Plan and an ambitious Hydrogen Strategy

Just 20 days ahead of Germany’s EU Council Presidency starting in July, the German Government finally approved its 2030 National Energy and Climate Plan (NECP). They also adopted a new National Hydrogen Strategy. Both will be critical in shaping the EU green recovery. They will also shape Germany’s approach to its EU Presidency, where its … Continue reading Germany adopts National Energy & Climate Plan and an ambitious Hydrogen Strategy

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GE Renewable Energy has completed work on Kipeto wind power project in southwest Kenya

The American group General Electric has completed work on the site of the Kipeto wind farm in southwest Kenya. With an expected capacity of 100 MW, the installation belonging to the Kipeto Energy consortium will be commissioned before the end of the year. The works are completed at the Kipeto wind energy project site located … Continue reading GE Renewable Energy has completed work on Kipeto wind power project in southwest Kenya

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Acciona will supply certified 100% renewable electricity to the facilities of Madrid Calle 30

ACCIONA has been awarded the public contract to supply energy to Madrid Calle 30. The one-year contract will begin in June 2020. ACCIONA will supply certified 100% renewable electricity to the facilities of Madrid Calle 30, the firm that manages Madrid’s main ring road, as well as its surrounding infrastructure and areas. The contract encompasses … Continue reading Acciona will supply certified 100% renewable electricity to the facilities of Madrid Calle 30

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Saitec and BiMEP sign the contract to install the first floating wind turbine in the Basque Country

The promotion of offshore wind energy is key in the process of transition to climate neutrality, according to a statement from the Ministry for Ecological Transition. For this reason, the draft Climate Change Law gives a boost to the development of renewable energies, and the Integrated National Plan for Energy and Climate 2021-2030 (PNIEC) is … Continue reading Saitec and BiMEP sign the contract to install the first floating wind turbine in the Basque Country

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EU Recovery Plan: it’s time to roll up our sleeves for a green recovery

The European Commission has tabled a Recovery Strategy of unprecedented scope: €1.85 trillion to counter the economic impacts of COVID-19. The plan is presented as a chance to accelerate the European Green Deal. But it will only be as green as the projects it funds and the jobs it creates. Society expects the huge resources … Continue reading EU Recovery Plan: it’s time to roll up our sleeves for a green recovery

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Unlock corporate sourcing of renewables to deliver a cleaner, stronger EU, say multinationals

50+ major companies call for corporate renewables to be built into the EU’s COVID-19 economic stimulus package – includes 40+ of Europe’s biggest corporate buyers of renewable electricity, such as Mars, Ingka Group and VF Corporation; Key asks include stimulating greater investment from the financial sector, and policies to support a faster roll-out of corporate … Continue reading Unlock corporate sourcing of renewables to deliver a cleaner, stronger EU, say multinationals

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GE Renewable Energy wind power agreement with Naturgy in Spain

Agreement covers maintenance for 13 Eco-80 wind turbines. Increases GE’s servicing contracts with Naturgy to nearly 100 wind turbines. GE Renewable Energy today announced that it has been selected by Naturgy to provide a 5-year full-service agreement (FSA) for the La Rabia Wind Farm in Spain. The wind farm includes 13 Eco-80 turbines. GE will … Continue reading GE Renewable Energy wind power agreement with Naturgy in Spain

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Highlights from the Wind Energy Powers American Business report

Many of the businesses across the country that power our everyday lives are increasingly choosing wind energy to power their operations. Once a niche market, corporate customers now routinely represent 40 percent or more of announced wind power contracts in a given year and are some of the most sought-after customers by wind project developers. … Continue reading Highlights from the Wind Energy Powers American Business report

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Corporate Customers Buying Record Amount of American Wind Power

Businesses purchased a record amount of U.S. wind power last year. In total, corporate buyers have signed contracts for nearly 17,000 megawatts (MW) of U.S. wind energy, enough to power more than five million American homes. Commercial and industrial companies bought 4,447 megawatts (MW) of U.S. wind capacity last year, setting a new record for … Continue reading Corporate Customers Buying Record Amount of American Wind Power

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Mainstream achieves 30% progress in wind energy project in Chile

Mainstream reported that it reached 30% progress in the first phase of the Andes Renovables project, which consists of the construction of four renewable energy parks in three regions of the country and that will generate a total of 571 MW of clean energy, equivalent to the consumption of 680 thousand homes. Specifically, the portfolio … Continue reading Mainstream achieves 30% progress in wind energy project in Chile

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EU Recovery Plan: it’s time to roll up our sleeves for a green recovery

The European Commission has tabled a Recovery Strategy of unprecedented scope: €1.85 trillion to counter the economic impacts of COVID-19. The plan is presented as a chance to accelerate the European Green Deal. But it will only be as green as the projects it funds and the jobs it creates. Society expects the huge resources … Continue reading EU Recovery Plan: it’s time to roll up our sleeves for a green recovery

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GE Renewable Energy hails its first onshore wind energy contract with PowerChina Guizhou Engineering Company in China

Contract includes 12 units of 2.5-132 onshore wind turbines with a two-year service agreement.The Xuanli Qingfeng wind farm will generate 30 MW of clean energy, enough to power more than 40,000 homes in Henan province. GE Renewable Energy continues to grow its onshore wind energy business in China with the first contract with Power China … Continue reading GE Renewable Energy hails its first onshore wind energy contract with PowerChina Guizhou Engineering Company in China

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The Rift Valley Energy Group has begun commissioning its Mwenga wind farm in Tanzania

A wind farm is now operational in Tanzania. With a capacity of 2.4 MW, the facility is located in Mwenga, in the Mufindi district. The plant is owned by the privately owned Rift Valley Energy Group. The company started commissioning its wind farm a few days ago after “mandatory pre-commissioning tests at the Mwenga site”. … Continue reading The Rift Valley Energy Group has begun commissioning its Mwenga wind farm in Tanzania

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Wind energy in Neuquén, first wind farm

Governor Omar Gutiérrez led the start-up of Vientos Neuquinos, the province’s first wind farm, this morning. It is located in Bajada Colorada, 40 kilometers from Picún Leufú in the direction of Piedra del Águila.Communal authorities from both towns and representatives of the company that carried out the work also participated in the act. Today the … Continue reading Wind energy in Neuquén, first wind farm

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