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Pattern Energy completes first Japanese wind power project

Pattern Energy Group Inc. (NASDAQ and TSX: PEGI) (Pattern Energy) today announced the completion of its 33 megawatt (MW) Ohorayama Wind power facility, which is located in Japan’s Kochi Prefecture. “Ohorayama Wind is our first wind project in Japan to complete construction and it was on schedule and under budget. Ohorayama will be followed by … Continue reading Pattern Energy completes first Japanese wind power project

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WINDPOWER 2018: Get ready!

WINDPOWER 2018 is the place where the industry comes together to plan for future challenges, to get business done and ultimately to keep this American success story growing. There is no better time to head to the windy city, a hub for businesses with a strong commitment to renewable energy. What’s new in 2018? Ted-style … Continue reading WINDPOWER 2018: Get ready!

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U.S. electricity generation from renewable energy grows in 2017

Electricity from renewable sources, especially wind and solar, continued to increase in the United States last year, the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) said Tuesday. According to EIA’s Electric Power Monthly, wind made up 6.3 percent of total net generation, and utility-scale solar made up 1.3 percent, which are record shares for both fuels. Nearly … Continue reading U.S. electricity generation from renewable energy grows in 2017

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Suzlon Energy manufactures India’s longest wind turbine blade

Wind energy solutions provider Suzlon Energy has said that the company has designed and manufactured India’s longest wind turbine blade at its Padubidri Rotor Blade Unit. The advanced blade (SB 63) measures 63 meters in length and has been specifically developed for Suzlon’s new S128 wind turbine family with a rotor diameter of 128 meters, … Continue reading Suzlon Energy manufactures India’s longest wind turbine blade

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Vestas strengthens global manufacturing footprint in partnership with TPI Composites for V150-4.2 MW blade production

In the continuous journey to lower the cost of wind energy and produce main components close to key markets, Vestas has further strengthened the flexibility and cost-effectiveness of its global manufacturing footprint and supply chain with a multi-year supply agreement with TPI Composites (TPI), a leading manufacturer of composite wind blades. The agreement includes producing … Continue reading Vestas strengthens global manufacturing footprint in partnership with TPI Composites for V150-4.2 MW blade production

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Siemens Gamesa boosts its leadership in Spain with the supply of wind turbines at an Iberdrola wind farm in Tenerife (Spain)

Siemens Gamesa continues to win new orders in Spain, where it is the number-one OEM, having installed over 55% of the total installed fleet. The company recently secured an agreement for the supply of turbines at a wind farm developed in Tenerife by Iberdrola together with local partners. Under the terms of the agreement, Siemens … Continue reading Siemens Gamesa boosts its leadership in Spain with the supply of wind turbines at an Iberdrola wind farm in Tenerife (Spain)

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Suzlon wins two wind power projects in Gujarat

Suzlon Group today said it has won two wind power projects of 300 MW and 200 MW. Suzlon will install 238 units of S111 140m wind turbine generators (WTGs) with rated capacity of 2.1 MW each, SuzlonBSE 0.36 % said in a statement, adding that the projects will be located at Kutch district in Gujarat. … Continue reading Suzlon wins two wind power projects in Gujarat

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Facebook and Adobe to buy wind power from Nebraska facility

Facebook is to expand its use of wind energy through a new power purchase agreement with Enel Green Power North America (EGPNA). The deal, announced Monday, builds upon a previous one in which Facebook agreed to purchase the output from a 200-megawatt (MW) section of the Rattlesnake Creek wind farm in Dixon County, Nebraska. Under … Continue reading Facebook and Adobe to buy wind power from Nebraska facility

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There’s never been a better time to invest in wind power

Here’s a talking point that never gets old—American wind power is 67 percent cheaper than it was in 2009. That means in many parts of the country, wind is now the cheapest source of new electric generating capacity, and it’s cost-competitive in many more. These cost reductions come from a variety of new efficiencies. Technological … Continue reading There’s never been a better time to invest in wind power

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Suzlon wins 500 MW wind farm contracts in Gujarat

Suzlon Group, one of pioneers in India’s wind energy sector, said it has won construction orders for two wind energy farms in Kutch region of Gujarat, totaling 500 MW of capacity. Suzlon will execute both the projects on a turnkey basis and will also provide operation and maintenance services, the company said. The bids were … Continue reading Suzlon wins 500 MW wind farm contracts in Gujarat

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Goldwind awarded first wind power contract in Brazil

Goldwind, one of the world’s largest producers of wind turbines, has been awarded its first contract in Brazil, Xuan Liang, the group’s general manager for South America, said. “The first contract has already been signed and the first turbine arrived in Brazil recently,” Xuan Ling told Reuters, declining to disclose the value of the contract … Continue reading Goldwind awarded first wind power contract in Brazil

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Senvion meets 2017 financial targets

Senvion, a leading global manufacturer of wind turbines, has met the company’s targets for 2017. The adjusted EBITDA margin amounted to 8.0 % as guided last year. In a challenging market environment, Senvion achieved robust revenues of EUR 1,890 million in 2017. Some project delays led to a minor shift in revenues to 2018. Senvion’s … Continue reading Senvion meets 2017 financial targets

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Pattern Development Completes Financing of Stillwater Wind Power Project in Montana

Pattern Energy Group 2 LP (“Pattern Development”) today announced completion of a construction financing, letter of credit facility and term tax equity financing commitment for the approximately 79.75 megawatt (MW) Stillwater Wind project located in Stillwater County, Montana.   “This successful closing of construction financing for our first wind project in Montana demonstrates our access … Continue reading Pattern Development Completes Financing of Stillwater Wind Power Project in Montana

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Senvion Australia set to commence construction on 226 MW project

Senvion, a leading global manufacturer of wind turbines, has received Notice to Proceed for the first stage of the 429 MW Murra Warra wind farm near Horsham in Western Victoria. All conditions precedent have been fulfilled and the contract is now firm and in force. This announcement follows the signing of a Delivery Partnership Agreement … Continue reading Senvion Australia set to commence construction on 226 MW project

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4 MW platform’s flexibility secures 72 MW order in Sweden from long-term customer Stena Renewable AB

Long-term customer Stena Renewable AB has placed a 72 MW order for two projects in southern Sweden. Utilising the 4 MW platform’s flexibility, Vestas will deliver 16 V136-3.45 MW turbines with 3.6 MW Power Optimised Mode specifically increased to 3.8 MW for the Kronoberget wind power project, and 3 V136-3.45 MW turbines in 3.6 MW … Continue reading 4 MW platform’s flexibility secures 72 MW order in Sweden from long-term customer Stena Renewable AB

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GE appoints Duncan Berry as Chief Executive Officer of LM Wind Power

GE Renewable Energy Business has appointed Duncan Berry as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of LM Wind Power. He will succeed Marc de Jong, CEO since June 2015, who will leave the company at the end of April 2018. Duncan Berry was appointed to his current role as LM Integration Leader in September 2016. He is … Continue reading GE appoints Duncan Berry as Chief Executive Officer of LM Wind Power

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Vestas to open new Argentina wind energy plant

Building on its successful track record in Latin America, Vestas strengthens its position as the leading wind turbine manufacturer in Argentina by building a hub and nacelle assembly facility in the Buenos Aires province. The new facility, which will generate hundreds of news jobs once complete, is being established to meet the country’s huge growth … Continue reading Vestas to open new Argentina wind energy plant

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Senvion secures 23.8 MW Wakami wind farm contract in Japan

Senvion, a leading global manufacturer of wind turbines, has signed a contract to supply and service seven Senvion 3.4M104 turbines for the Wakami Wind Farm developed by Japan Wind Development Co., Ltd. (JWD) and Mitsui Engineering & Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. (MES). The turbines have a hub height of 80 meters, and have been specially designed … Continue reading Senvion secures 23.8 MW Wakami wind farm contract in Japan

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Nordex and ewz expanding joint activities in France

The energy utility of the city of Zurich ewz has ordered its third wind farm from the Nordex Group in quick succession. The project entails the installation of four N117/3000 turbines at the 12-MW “Graincourt” wind farm. The contract covers project development, turn-key installation of the wind farm and service for the wind power systems … Continue reading Nordex and ewz expanding joint activities in France

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Can European funds help support cross-border cooperation on renewables?

WindEurope called for a European approach to the deployment of renewable energy deployment at a workshop organised by the European Commission on Thursday. The workshop explored how the EU’s financial framework for 2019-2023 can be aligned with the new post-2020 renewable energy laws, the so-called Clean Energy Package. The Package – currently under negotiation and … Continue reading Can European funds help support cross-border cooperation on renewables?

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