Brazil’s wind power sector is catching its breath after a whirlwind expansion led to oversupply and high costs that dampened demand in 2024. What does this mean? Brazil’s wind power ambitions hit a snag last year, with installations plummeting to 76 new wind farms from 123 the year before, marking the slowest growth since 2018. … Continue reading Brazilian wind power faces challenges but expects to recover in 2027
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Enercon celebrates 3 GW wind energy milestone in Türkiye
ENERCON has reached an incredible milestone – 3 GW of installed capacity in Türkiye! With over 1,205 wind energy converters, ENERCON now holds a significant market share of 20.63 percent in Türkiye. Since entering the Turkish market in 1997, the company has grown from 1.5 MW to an impressive 3 GW. ” Türkiye continues to … Continue reading Enercon celebrates 3 GW wind energy milestone in Türkiye
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The global renewable energy market is booming, with China’s photovoltaic (PV) reaching record highs
To help relevant departments and PV stakeholders understand the true situation of industry development, Solarbe & Solarbe Consulting, after comprehensive research and repeated verification, have released the 2024 Annual Chinese PV module Enterprise Shipment Rankings for reference. Top-Solar-Module-Companies-for-2024-Solarbe-2Download The report covers 39 enterprises, a record high. Among them, there are leading players with shipments exceeding 70 GW and … Continue reading The global renewable energy market is booming, with China’s photovoltaic (PV) reaching record highs
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MENA region’s photovoltaic (PV) solar energy capacity to exceed 180 GW by 2030
There was substantial growth in the MENA region’s solar photovoltaic market in. 2024, according to the latest report from MESIA. The association’s “Solar Outlook Report 2025” provides an overview of the trends, innovations, technical advancements, challenges and opportunities of the region’s solar landscape. It projects that MENA’s photovoltaic solar capacity hit 24 GW (AC) in … Continue reading MENA region’s photovoltaic (PV) solar energy capacity to exceed 180 GW by 2030
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Africa’s photovoltaic (PV) capacity increased by 2.5 GW in 2024, reaching a total of 19.2 GWp
Last year, in 2024, Africa added 2.5 GWp of new solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity, reaching a total of 19.2 GWp across the continent, according to the African Solar Industry Association (AFSIA) “African Solar Outlook” report. AFSIA’s figures, which do not include residential installations, take the continent’s combined solar capacity to 19.2 GW. It said the … Continue reading Africa’s photovoltaic (PV) capacity increased by 2.5 GW in 2024, reaching a total of 19.2 GWp
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The Villonaco III wind energy project in Ecuador will be ready in 2027
The Government of Daniel Noboa signed an addendum to the contract and with that managed to reactivate the Villonaco II wind energy project. However, construction will take at least 24 months. This means that the 110 Megawatts of this project, located in Loja, could be available from March 2027. The concession and investment contracts for … Continue reading The Villonaco III wind energy project in Ecuador will be ready in 2027
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Agrovoltaics in the Iberian Peninsula: Innovation for a Sustainable Future
UNEF and APREN organize the joint conference “Agrovoltaics in the Iberian Peninsula: Innovation for a Sustainable Future” The Spanish Photovoltaic Union (UNEF) and the Portuguese Association of Renewable Energies (APREN), organize, on January 22 in Badajoz, the meeting “Agrovoltaics in the Iberian Peninsula: innovation for a sustainable future”. This Iberian initiative, which will take place … Continue reading Agrovoltaics in the Iberian Peninsula: Innovation for a Sustainable Future
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Tunisia launches tender to acquire 200 MW of solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity
The Tunisian Ministry of Industry, Mines and Energy has launched a tender for the development of 200 MW of solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity on a concession basis in Tunisia. The two projects tendered will have a capacity of up to 100 MW each. However, their location has not yet been revealed. Interested parties can apply … Continue reading Tunisia launches tender to acquire 200 MW of solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity
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Nordex Group delivers more than 30% of the expansion of onshore wind energy in Germany in 2024
In 2024, the Nordex Group supplied 32% of newly-connected onshore wind power in Germany. According to the German Onshore Wind Energy Agency (Fachagentur Windenergie an Land), Nordex is the leading manufacturer in the market master data register, with 196 installed and commissioned turbines (based on the commissioning of onshore wind turbines reported by clients). The … Continue reading Nordex Group delivers more than 30% of the expansion of onshore wind energy in Germany in 2024
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Accelerator Opens To Increase Tribal Capacity for Engaging in Offshore Wind Energy
Offshore wind energy, which generates electricity from wind blowing across the sea, is growing on a global and national scale. As of May 31, 2024, there were 174 megawatts of U.S. offshore wind power in operation and approximately 25,116 megawatts under development, according to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory’s (NREL’s) Offshore Wind Market Report: 2024 … Continue reading Accelerator Opens To Increase Tribal Capacity for Engaging in Offshore Wind Energy
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Solar photovoltaic: predictions for 2025
Tras años de crecimiento exponencial de la instalación de energía solar a nivel mundial, ¿podrían la incertidumbre política, las medidas proteccionistas y los cuellos de botella en la interconexión y la transmisión frenar esa tendencia en 2025? Lea nuestra opinión sobre los temas clave para el año que viene. The global solar market continued its … Continue reading Solar photovoltaic: predictions for 2025
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Photovoltaic solar power projects drive ecological restoration in north China’s deserts
Deep in the Kubuqi desert in north China’s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, rows of blue solar panels glisten under the winter sun, converting sunlight into electricity that flows into thousands of households. Beneath the panels, different types of shrubs stand tall despite their dormant yellowed leaves, shielding the land from wind and sand. “By the … Continue reading Photovoltaic solar power projects drive ecological restoration in north China’s deserts
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Recent data from the International Energy Agency, the World Nuclear Association and Ember showed that solar power was deployed 100 times faster than nuclear power around the world in 2024 – and “five times faster than everything else combined” (hydro, coal, gas, nuclear and others), according to a new report by PV Mag. Net new … Continue reading
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Response from the Spanish Wind Energy Association to the SEO/Birdlife “Eco-illogical” campaign
Response from the Spanish Wind Energy Association to the SEO/Birdlife “Eco-illogical” campaign: Renewables are part of the solution to climate change and also a responsible example of harmonious coexistence with biodiversity in Spain. From the Spanish Wind Energy Association (AEE), we recognize the commitment of SEO/BirdLife to the defense of biodiversity and we share the … Continue reading Response from the Spanish Wind Energy Association to the SEO/Birdlife “Eco-illogical” campaign
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Suomen Voima and Statkraft sign the first PPA in Sweden for hydro and wind power
Suomen Voima and Statkraft have signed a 15-years power purchase agreement (PPA), effective as of January 2025. The contract corresponds to an estimated annual volume of 100 GWh, produced in the Nedre Bjurfors hydropower plant and the Björkhöjden wind farm. Both plants are owned and operated by Statkraft and are in the Swedish bidding area … Continue reading Suomen Voima and Statkraft sign the first PPA in Sweden for hydro and wind power
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Mexico plans to eliminate the dirtiest energy and switch to solar photovoltaic, wind power and hydroelectric power
With priority given to the combined cycle (gas) which is equivalent to 58.9 percent of electricity generation for 2024-2030, the Mexico Plan contemplates increasing the generation of clean energy from 22.5 percent in 2024 to 37.8 percent in 2030, as well as eliminating the use of coal. The Government of Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo detailed in … Continue reading Mexico plans to eliminate the dirtiest energy and switch to solar photovoltaic, wind power and hydroelectric power
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Germany approved record number of 2,400 new wind turbines in 2024
Last year, regulators in Germany approved more new onshore wind turbines than ever before, according to figures from two industry groups released on Wednesday. Around 2,400 wind turbines with a total output of around 14 gigawatts received first-time approval from the authorities nationwide in 2024, the German Wind Energy Association and the VDMA Power Systems … Continue reading Germany approved record number of 2,400 new wind turbines in 2024
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Nordex achieves record order intake of 8.3 GW of wind power in fiscal year 2024
Orders received for wind turbines increased to 3.3 GW in the fourth quarter of 2024. Stable prices continued with an average sales price of 0.90 million euros per MW in 2024. Order intake in fiscal year 2024 was driven primarily by Germany, Turkey, Canada, South Africa and Spain. Nordex has significantly increased its order book … Continue reading Nordex achieves record order intake of 8.3 GW of wind power in fiscal year 2024
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Iberdrola collects the first honey harvest from its photovoltaic plants in Portugal
Iberdrola has harvested its first crop of solar honey in Portugal, produced at the Conde (municipality of Palmela) and Algeruz II (municipality of Setúbal) photovoltaic plants. The initiative, which began in 2023, has borne its first fruits with 300 kilos of this 100 % natural food. As part of the Convive Plan, the project seeks … Continue reading Iberdrola collects the first honey harvest from its photovoltaic plants in Portugal
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Vast Federal Lands Have Potential for Renewable Energy—But Only a Small Fraction Is Needed
NREL Analysis Finds Millions of Acres Have Opportunity for Solar, Wind, and Geothermal, While Leaving Most Areas Undisturbed or Available for Other Land Uses. Federal lands are used for many different purposes including recreation, conservation, livestock grazing, and energy development. Traditionally, energy development on these lands has focused on fossil production. About 12% of oil … Continue reading Vast Federal Lands Have Potential for Renewable Energy—But Only a Small Fraction Is Needed
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