Nine companies, seven of them foreign and two Colombian, filed accreditation documents with the National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH) as compliance with the first stage of the enabling process for the first ‘Offshore Wind Energy Round’. This means that these companies are interested in developing these projects in the country. According to the National Hydrocarbons Agency, … Continue reading Nine companies showed interest in offshore wind energy projects in Colombia
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Runergy’s Huntsville plant begins production, signaling growth in the U.S. photovoltaic market
Runergy officially launched its solar module factory in Huntsville, Alabama. Supported by its major shareholder, Yueda Group, the U.S. production base achieved production efficiency exceeding initial targets and completed its first batch of orders, receiving unanimous praise from customers. This launch not only highlights Runergy’s core position in the global photovoltaic industry but also reflects … Continue reading Runergy’s Huntsville plant begins production, signaling growth in the U.S. photovoltaic market
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Iberdrola wins two areas in the Gulf of Maine to develop 3.4 GW of offshore wind power
Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today announced it has secured two lease areas in the auction of sites for offshore wind development in the Gulf of Maine held by the federal Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM). Avangrid was named provisional winner of lease areas … Continue reading Iberdrola wins two areas in the Gulf of Maine to develop 3.4 GW of offshore wind power
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Photovoltaic and wind energy in the fourth week of October
In the fourth week of October, TTF gas futures prices increased, reaching values not seen since November 2023. CO2 futures also rose. Wind energy production declined in most markets and demand increased in some markets. All these factors led to higher prices in most major European electricity markets. On October 22, photovoltaic energy registered the … Continue reading Photovoltaic and wind energy in the fourth week of October
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RWE partners with leading marine scientists to monitor biodiversity using an ecosystem-based approach at its Kaskasi offshore wind farm
Three-year project ‘SeaMe’ uses cutting-edge monitoring technologies – including environmental DNA sampling as well as a drone and an autonomous underwater vehicle, both equipped with AI-based cameras. Simultaneous integration of all collected data will enable monitoring of the ecosystem within the Kaskasi offshore wind farm with the goal of reducing carbon intensity of monitoring as … Continue reading RWE partners with leading marine scientists to monitor biodiversity using an ecosystem-based approach at its Kaskasi offshore wind farm
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QatarEnergy signs agreement with TotalEnergies to partner in 1.25 GW photovoltaic project in Iraq
Pursuant to the terms of the agreement, which is subject to regulatory approvals, QatarEnergy will acquire a 50% interest in the solar photovoltaic project, while TotalEnergies will retain the remaining 50%. QatarEnergy has signed a partnership agreement with TotalEnergies to enter into a solar power project that is part of the Gas Growth Integrated Project … Continue reading QatarEnergy signs agreement with TotalEnergies to partner in 1.25 GW photovoltaic project in Iraq
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Two Reichmuth & Co Infrastructure photovoltaic plants, Trujillo and Picón, receive the UNEF Seal of Excellence in Sustainability
The Trujillo and Picón photovoltaic plants, developed, built and operated by ABEI Energy, become the forty-third project to obtain the UNEF Seal of Excellence for Sustainability, which recognises ground-based solar power plants built with the highest criteria of social and environmental integration. The Trujillo and Picón photovoltaic plants, built and operated by ABEI Energy in … Continue reading Two Reichmuth & Co Infrastructure photovoltaic plants, Trujillo and Picón, receive the UNEF Seal of Excellence in Sustainability
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The turmoil in the US residential photovoltaic market reached new heights this year
The residential solar market’s woes continued into the first half of 2024 as the Federal Reserve delayed the much-anticipated interest rate cut until September. Weak consumer demand, a high cost of capital, and cashflow constraints continue to plague many industry players. While some companies started to experience sales recovery, the impact of the last two … Continue reading The turmoil in the US residential photovoltaic market reached new heights this year
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Spain approves 11 photovoltaic and hybridisation projects for 660 MW in the fourth week of October
The Official State Gazette for the fourth week of October contains announcements corresponding to 11 projects with photovoltaics, and some hybridisation projects with wind and solar thermal.Resolution declaring the public utility for the FV Sancho photovoltaic installation of 137.28 MW, and its evacuation infrastructure, in San Roque and Castellar de la Frontera (Cádiz), promoted by … Continue reading Spain approves 11 photovoltaic and hybridisation projects for 660 MW in the fourth week of October
Continue readingThe Trujillo and Picón photovoltaic plants receive the UNEF Seal of Excellence in Sustainability
The Trujillo and Picón photovoltaic plants, located in Cáceres and Ciudad Real, respectively, have managed to stand out by receiving the Seal of Excellence in Sustainability awarded by the Spanish Photovoltaic Union (UNEF). These facilities, operated by ABEI Energy, a property of the Reichmuth & Co Infrastructure group, thus become the 43rd project to obtain … Continue reading The Trujillo and Picón photovoltaic plants receive the UNEF Seal of Excellence in Sustainability
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South Korea opens bidding for 1.8 GW of wind power
Deadline is on 22 November 2024. South Korea has launched tenders for nearly two gigawatts (GW) of wind projects. Broken down, 1 GW has been set aside for fixed bottom offshore, 500 megawatts (MW) for floating offshore, and 300 MW for onshore wind. Deadline for a project depends on its division and capacity. For instance, … Continue reading South Korea opens bidding for 1.8 GW of wind power
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Sany Renewable’s indian unit receives two large wind power orders
The Indian subsidiary of Chinese wind power giant Sany Renewable Energy has received two large orders for wind power generators. Sany Wind Energy India will provide wind turbines with a total power generating capacity of over 1.3 gigawatts to three subsidiaries of Indian conglomerate JSW Group and wind turbines with a power generating capacity of … Continue reading Sany Renewable’s indian unit receives two large wind power orders
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Chinese manufacturers unveil 27 new wind turbine models at China Wind Power
China moves at a different pace. On October 16, 17, and 18, the China Wind Power 2024 fair was held in Beijing, one of the largest in the world alongside Wind Energy Hamburg, and undoubtedly the one with the greatest influence from Chinese OEMs and suppliers. A total of 12 local manufacturers attended: Goldwind, Envision, … Continue reading Chinese manufacturers unveil 27 new wind turbine models at China Wind Power
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China Connects Massive Photovoltaic Power Plant to Grid in Xinjiang
China has once again pushed the boundaries of renewable energy with the connection of the world’s largest photovoltaic (PV) power plant to its power grid. This monumental achievement marks a significant step in the country’s commitment to sustainable energy and its goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2060.In the arid region of Xinjiang in northwest … Continue reading China Connects Massive Photovoltaic Power Plant to Grid in Xinjiang
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Saudi Arabia signs localization agreements for wind energy steel towers
Steel towers for wind energy systems will soon be manufactured in Saudi Arabia following the signing of two agreements by the Kingdom’s Local Content and Government Procurement Authority. The deals, made in partnership with Al-Yamamah Steel Industries Co. and Arabian International Co. for Steel Structures, aim to localize production and transfer critical knowledge in the wind energy … Continue reading Saudi Arabia signs localization agreements for wind energy steel towers
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Photovoltaic plant to be built in Tecate, Baja California, Mexico
The photovoltaic plant in Tecate, BC, will be built by the company Sempra Energy.Sempra Energy, through its holding company Energía Sierra Juárez – which manages the energy generating companies in La Rumorosa – will build a new photovoltaic plant in the municipality of Tecate that will have a battery storage system with a connection to … Continue reading Photovoltaic plant to be built in Tecate, Baja California, Mexico
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Senegal boosts photovoltaic energy
The town of Kahone, located in the Kaolack region, hosts the largest photovoltaic plant in Senegal, a project that can generate electricity for around 300,000 people at a low price and reduces CO2 emissions, as part of the authorities’ efforts to diversify the energy mix and reduce dependence on fossil fuels. The facilities began operating … Continue reading Senegal boosts photovoltaic energy
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China’s largest offshore wind farm goes into operation
China’s largest affordable offshore wind farm went into operation and achieved grid-connected power generation with a full capacity, its operator State Power Investment Corporation Limited (SPIC) said Friday. The 450-megawatt project consists of 53 wind turbine units installed in the waters 28 kilometers off the coast of Rushan City in east China’s Shandong Province, with … Continue reading China’s largest offshore wind farm goes into operation
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GOinterHUB brings together leaders in offshore wind energy in Ferrol
The seventh edition of the Galician Offshore International Hub (GOinterHUB) began yesterday with various thematic sessions in Ferrol, where more than 400 representatives and organisations from the offshore wind energy sector met. From left to right, Francisco Barea (Ferrol-San Cibrao), Martín Fernández (A Coruña), Ramón Muñoz-Calero (Avilés) and Laureano Louridp (Gijón). The congress, organised by … Continue reading GOinterHUB brings together leaders in offshore wind energy in Ferrol
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ACP Statement on Treasury Issuing Final Rules for 45X Advanced Manufacturing Tax Credits
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from ACP Chief Advocacy Officer JC Sandberg after the U.S. Department of Treasury issued a final rule for the Advanced Manufacturing Production Tax Credit (45X MPTC), which applies to clean energy components made in the United States: “ACP commends the Treasury Department and IRS for finalizing … Continue reading ACP Statement on Treasury Issuing Final Rules for 45X Advanced Manufacturing Tax Credits
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