Category Archives: wind energy

Senvion wins 30 MW EPC project from Engie

Senvion, a leading global manufacturer of wind turbines, has been awarded a 30 MW onshore wind project from Engie – one of the world renowned clean energy companies, to deliver the Tithwa Project (won through Gujarat state competitive reverse auctions), as a sign of growing emphasis on renewable energy in India. The project will comprise … Continue reading Senvion wins 30 MW EPC project from Engie

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GE Renewable Energy and Fina Enerji to drive renewable energy development in Turkey

GE Renewable Energy [NYSE: GE] and Fina Enerji today signed an agreement to work on potential eight wind projects in Turkey providing up to 410 MW of power by December 31st, 2020. With the previous agreement signed in 2017 for K?z?lcaterzi Wind Project, Fina Enerji is expected to add up to 425 MW to their … Continue reading GE Renewable Energy and Fina Enerji to drive renewable energy development in Turkey

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A new way for Fortune 500 companies to buy wind power

Good news blew in from Michigan late last week: General Motors and Switch signed up as the first customers to buy wind power through Consumers Energy’s new green tariff. The new Cross Winds Energy Park II in Tuscola County will supply enough wind energy to match demand at both General Motor’s Flint Metal Center and … Continue reading A new way for Fortune 500 companies to buy wind power

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Jordan picks finalists for solar, wind power bids

Jordan selected 45 companies including France’s Total SA and Saudi Arabia’s ACWA Power as finalists to bid for six solar and wind energy power plants with total capacity of 300 megawatts of power. The 31 companies selected for the four solar power plants include Linuo Group, FRV Solar Holdings, ACWA Power, Chint Solar, Total Solar … Continue reading Jordan picks finalists for solar, wind power bids

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Eskom to sign 27 renewable energy projects

South Africa’s state power utility Eskom will sign purchase agreements with independent producers for 27 renewable energy projects next week that will generate 56 billion rand ($4.7 billion) in investments, the energy minister said on Thursday. The minister was adamant that the signing of the 27 projects would go ahead on Tuesday with the full … Continue reading Eskom to sign 27 renewable energy projects

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Eolus to sell 300 MW of wind energy from Norway to Alcoa

Eolus Vind has signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) with Alcoa to sell 330MW of clean energy from the Øyfjellet wind farm in Norway for a period of 15 years. The wind farm which is yet to be constructed, is expected to generate around 1.2 TWh annually and Alcoa, the American industrial company will use … Continue reading Eolus to sell 300 MW of wind energy from Norway to Alcoa

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Russia is to auction 830 MW of wind energy

Russia is to auction almost 830MW of wind power capacity this year for delivery between 2019 and 2023, according to the Russian Association of Wind Power Industry (RAWI). The tender will be carried out in two stages. The first phase will run from 29 May to the 4 June, with the second from 5 to 9 June, RAWI … Continue reading Russia is to auction 830 MW of wind energy

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Inox Wind bags 50 MW in Maharashtra auction

Wind energy solution provider Inox Wind said today it has won 50MW in the Maharashtra state auctions concluded recently at tariff of Rs 2.86 per unit. “The bid was won at a fixed price of Rs 2.86/unit for 25 years. This win is on back of the 300MW order win from SECI-1 auctions, 300MW in … Continue reading Inox Wind bags 50 MW in Maharashtra auction

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Enel’s 300MW wind farm in the US

The 300MW wind farm will sit in both Marion and Dickinson counties, and will bring the Italian energy firm’s wind capacity in the state to 1.4GW, when operational. It is anticipated the wind farm, developed by Enel’s subsidiary Enel Green Power North America, will be complete by the end of 2018. When fully operational, the … Continue reading Enel’s 300MW wind farm in the US

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Ethiopia Launches Wind Energy Roadmap

The government of Ethiopia in collaboration with the Danish Energy Agency has published a roadmap for the development of wind farms. The Roadmap will enable the mobilization of private investments much needed in the area more realistic. The roadmap covers spectrum of issues including site selection, grid and bankable data to power sales, financing, procurement … Continue reading Ethiopia Launches Wind Energy Roadmap

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WindEurope and European Energy Exchange hold Parliament discussion on EU electricity market reform

On 6 March WindEurope and the European Energy Exchange (EEX) co-organised a debate at the European Parliament on the ongoing reform of Europe’s electricity market design. There has been a great deal of discussion on the Electricity Regulation – particularly regarding the provision that requires Member States to ensure that 75% of their interconnection capacity … Continue reading WindEurope and European Energy Exchange hold Parliament discussion on EU electricity market reform

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Vestas installs V120-2.0 MW prototype and introduces upgraded 2.2 MW version

Vestas is improving energy production for its 2 MW platform in low- and ultra-low wind conditions by installing a prototype V120-2.0 MW turbine with the ability to run in 2.2 MW Power Optimised Mode. At the same time, Vestas is introducing an upgraded 2.2 MW nominal rating turbine that expands the 2 MW platform into … Continue reading Vestas installs V120-2.0 MW prototype and introduces upgraded 2.2 MW version

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The Collegiate Wind Competition returns during WINDPOWER 2018

The bi-annual Collegiate Wind Competition, sponsored by the Department of Energy (DOE), is back. Students from across the country will head to WINDPOWER 2018 in Chicago this May to test their skills and engineering know-how. The potential designers of wind energy’s next big technological breakthrough will be in attendance, showcasing business plans, model wind turbines, … Continue reading The Collegiate Wind Competition returns during WINDPOWER 2018

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Siemens Gamesa to provide service for a total of 55 turbines at four innogy wind farms in Poland

Siemens Gamesa will provide service to Polish onshore wind farms of innogy SE, one of the major operators of onshore wind farms in Europe. Via its subsidiary innogy Renewables Polska, the company has signed four agreements with Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy to cover service and maintenance for 55 of its wind turbines. The turbines with … Continue reading Siemens Gamesa to provide service for a total of 55 turbines at four innogy wind farms in Poland

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EDS HV Group successfully completes scope of work at Rampion

High voltage engineering specialist, EDS HV Group (EDS), now part of the UK’s leading marine services company – James Fisher and Sons plc, has successfully completed its scope of work for cable termination and testing works at the Rampion Offshore Wind Farm. EDS worked as a tier 1 contractor on this project and completed their … Continue reading EDS HV Group successfully completes scope of work at Rampion

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Offshore wind energy market to reach $11,334 thousand by 2023

The demand for renewable sources of energy is increasing, owing to less prevalence of environmental hazards and efficient outputs. Thus, increase in demand for efficient and cost-effective power generation techniques, such as offshore wind energy, poses lucrative opportunities for players in the global offshore wind energy market. According to a new report published by Allied … Continue reading Offshore wind energy market to reach $11,334 thousand by 2023

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ABB microgrid supports Jamaica’s transition to renewables

ABB will supply an ABB Ability™ enabled microgrid and storage system to help integrate renewable solar and wind energy into the large tropical island’s power supply, reducing the need for fossil fuels and lowering the carbon footprint. ABB is a pioneer in microgrids, which because of their size and power are ideal for remote locations … Continue reading ABB microgrid supports Jamaica’s transition to renewables

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How much does electricity from wind energy in France?

In France, summed up the country’s first tender in mainland wind power. According to the results, we selected 22 projects with a total capacity of 500 MW. The volume of bids exceeded 900 MW. Weighted average price amounted to 65.4 euros per megawatt-hour. “The results clearly show that the competitiveness of mainland wind energy and … Continue reading How much does electricity from wind energy in France?

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AWEA statement on proposed steel tariffs

The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) issued the following statement in response to steel tariffs proposed by the Administration: “Steel tariffs will decrease competition and trade, ultimately making capital-intensive energy infrastructure projects more expensive by adding cost for U.S. manufacturers along the supply chain. If implemented, this trade policy would run counter to the Administration’s … Continue reading AWEA statement on proposed steel tariffs

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