The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) issued the following statement reacting to Senator Wyden’s introduction of a technology-neutral clean electricity tax incentive in the Clean Energy for America Act: “Senator Wyden’s Clean Energy for America Act includes an innovative technology-neutral tax credit that would move national tax policy in the right direction to reduce greenhouse … Continue reading American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) statement on Clean Energy for America Act
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DOE selected four wind energy projects to develop next-generation wind turbines
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) selected four wind power projects totaling up to $8 million to develop next-generation wind turbine drivetrain technologies that will facilitate the continued growth of wind turbines for both land-based tall wind power and offshore wind farm applications. These projects will develop more efficient, smaller, and lighter-weight generators that will … Continue reading DOE selected four wind energy projects to develop next-generation wind turbines
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Customers support Senvion with 100 MW wind energy contract extension
Senvion, Libeccio S.r.l. and ERG Power Generation S.p.A. have signed extensions for existing service contracts for two wind farm projects in Italy. Senvion has provided the service for 48 wind turbines (total of 107.8 MW) since their installation. The wind power projects are part of the 14.1 GW installed capacity serviced by Senvion globally. These … Continue reading Customers support Senvion with 100 MW wind energy contract extension
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Sweden set for 2.3 GW wind power in 2019
Wind energy plants with a combined generation capacity of more than 1 GW were approved in Sweden during the first quarter of 2019, putting the Nordic country on track to double its wind farm generation capacity by 2022. Final investment decisions were made on 1225 MW worth of wind turbines projects in the period from … Continue reading Sweden set for 2.3 GW wind power in 2019
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American wind power: a record 39,000 megawatts of new wind farm projects
AWEA’s newly-released first quarter market report shows just how busy American wind power is—a record 39,000 megawatts (MW) of new wind turbines projects are now under construction or in advanced development. That’s about as much capacity as all the projects built to date in Texas, Iowa and California—the country’s number one, two and four wind … Continue reading American wind power: a record 39,000 megawatts of new wind farm projects
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The UK will need around 7,500 offshore wind turbines to meet a carbon emissions target of zero by 2050
The UK will need around 7,500 offshore wind turbines to meet a carbon emissions target of zero by 2050, the Committee on Climate Change said. This compares with the current 1,900, including those at the Robin Rigg wind farm in the Solway Firth, pictured. It would mean wind turbines being built on up to 2 … Continue reading The UK will need around 7,500 offshore wind turbines to meet a carbon emissions target of zero by 2050
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Vattenfall to buy 300MW of power from Dutch wind farm
Vattenfall has signed a long-term power purchasing agreement (PPA) to buy 300MW of renewable electricity from an upgraded Zeewolde wind farm in the Netherlands. As per the PPA, Vattenfall will purchase power generated from 83 of the total 91 turbines, to be installed at the wind farm. With a total of 91 turbines, the wind … Continue reading Vattenfall to buy 300MW of power from Dutch wind farm
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EBRD Grants €48 Mn Loan For 220 MW Wind Farm in Poland
In its first project in renewable energy in Poland in over three years, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced that it is supporting the 220 MW Potegowo wind farm with a local currency loan of up to PLN 209.1 million (€48 million). The plant in north-eastern Poland will be constructed and … Continue reading EBRD Grants €48 Mn Loan For 220 MW Wind Farm in Poland
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Iowa generates more than 30 percent of its electricity with wind power
Wind energy sets single-day record in Iowa. It’s been a breezy April, and as it turns out, that wind set records in Iowa. MidAmerican Energy set a new one-day record for the most wind energy generated. On April 10, wind farms in the state generated more than 111,000-megawatt hours of energy, beating the previous record … Continue reading Iowa generates more than 30 percent of its electricity with wind power
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Records keep falling as wind energy pipeline hits all-time high
AWEA’s newly-released first quarter market report shows just how busy American wind power is—a record 39,000 megawatts (MW) of new wind projects are now under construction or in advanced development. That’s about as much capacity as all the projects built to date in Texas, Iowa and California—the country’s number one, two and four wind states, … Continue reading Records keep falling as wind energy pipeline hits all-time high
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Wind energy tells nuclear: it’s time to electrify Europe’s energy mix
On 29 April WindEurope CEO Giles Dickson gave the dinner speech at the EU’s 14th European Nuclear Energy Forum dinner in Prague. He spoke about the current outlook for wind energy in Europe and made common cause with nuclear power in decarbonising Europe’s energy mix. He shared the key facts about wind today: 14% … Continue reading Wind energy tells nuclear: it’s time to electrify Europe’s energy mix
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MPC Capital acquires Costa Rica wind farm
MPC Capital has reached financial close for the acquisition of the 21 MW wind farm Tilawind for approximately USD 50 million. Investors include MPC Caribbean Clean Energy Fund (“the Fund”), MPC Capital’s investment platform for renewable energies in the CARICOM region, and ANSA McAL Limited, Trinidad and Tobago’s largest conglomerate. In 2018, Tilawind exceeded our … Continue reading MPC Capital acquires Costa Rica wind farm
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Finland to have 300 wind turbines without subsidies by 2021
The country’s Wind Power Association has identified 11 subsidy free wind farm projects currently under development in Finland. Finland would see “at least 300 wind turbines in operation without any subsidies” by 2021, with the number of investments set to grow amid power purchase agreements (PPAs), said the head of wind power developer WPD Finland. … Continue reading Finland to have 300 wind turbines without subsidies by 2021
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South Africa wind energy industry to promote economic growth
Recent data released by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) puts Africa in third place with 8.4% growth in renewables capacity, which is largely made up of wind power. According to the South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA), South Africa is spearheading this sector forward, contributing to greater social and economic growth. SAWEA Chair, Mercia … Continue reading South Africa wind energy industry to promote economic growth
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German wind energy, solar power capacity grows 448 MW in March
Germany’s solar energy capacity grew by 350 MW in March, while wind power growth amounted to 98 MW, of which 42 MW were offshore wind energy, data from regulator BNA showed on Tuesday. The nation’s total solar capacity was currently 47.2 GW, with wind energy at around 53.2 GW, according BNA and Montel calculations. German … Continue reading German wind energy, solar power capacity grows 448 MW in March
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World Wind Energy Conference and Exhibition WWEC2019 “Large-scale Integration of Wind Power” Rio de Janeiro
The World Wind Energy Association (WWEA) and Renewable Energy Centre – UFPE are pleased to invite papers and presentations for the 18th World Wind Energy Conference and Exhibition (WWEC2019), taking place on 25-27 November 2019 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The main theme of WWEC2019 is “Large-scale integration of wind power”. WWEC2019 will focus on … Continue reading World Wind Energy Conference and Exhibition WWEC2019 “Large-scale Integration of Wind Power” Rio de Janeiro
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Total installed wind power capacity reached 189 GW by the end of March in China
China added 5.2 gigawatt of new solar power capacity in the first quarter, the National Energy Administration said in a briefing on Monday, which includes 2.4 GW from solar farms and 2.8 GW of new distributed solar projects. The country also added 4.78 GW of wind energy between January and March, the NEA said. Total … Continue reading Total installed wind power capacity reached 189 GW by the end of March in China
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Saudi Arabia is on track to add 6.2 GW of installed wind energy capacity
Rising energy demand and a commitment to divert hydrocarbons to processing and export has incentivised a shift toward renewables in Saudi Arabia, with the Kingdom set to become the region’s largest market for wind energy components and services. Saudi Arabia is on track to add 6.2 GW of installed wind energy capacity over the next … Continue reading Saudi Arabia is on track to add 6.2 GW of installed wind energy capacity
Continue readingLincoln Gap wind farm delivers first wind power to grid as it deals with Senvion wind turbines
he 212MW Lincoln Gap wind farm, located near Port Augusta in South Australia, has exported its first energy generation as project owner Nexif Energy said it had intervened to keep the project on track while Senvion sorts out its financial problems. The Lincoln Gap wind farm is one of the biggest new renewable energy developments … Continue reading Lincoln Gap wind farm delivers first wind power to grid as it deals with Senvion wind turbines
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India to install 54.7 GW wind energy capacity by 2022
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, Wind Energy, Fitch SolutionsIndia is likely to install 54.7 GW of wind capacity by 2022 against the 60-GW target set by the government, Fitch Solutions Macro Research has said in a report. The country has set an ambitious target of installing 175 GW of renewable energy capacity by the … Continue reading India to install 54.7 GW wind energy capacity by 2022
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