Even demand in advanced economies is rising again after years of declines, with rapid growth of electricity worldwide driving up consumption of renewables, gas, coal and nuclear Global energy demand grew at a faster-than-average pace in 2024 as the consumption of electricity rose around the world – with increased supply of renewables and natural gas … Continue reading IEA-Growth in global energy demand surged in 2024 to almost twice its recent average
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GES will install more than 100 wind turbines in 5 countries with a total capacity of 421 MW by 2025
GES (Global Energy Services) plans to install more than 100 wind turbines worldwide by 2025, with a combined capacity of at least 421 MW, according to the contracts signed during the first quarter of the year. These figures represent a business backlog of more than €12 million in the installation business and an increase in … Continue reading GES will install more than 100 wind turbines in 5 countries with a total capacity of 421 MW by 2025
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The Jubera wind farm is already operational with two of its eleven wind turbines.
From Ventas Blancas, from Ocón, and also from the N-232 as it passes through the municipalities of Galilea and Corera. The propellers of two of the wind turbines that will make up the Jubera I and II wind farms can already be seen from different points in the Jubera and Ocón Valleys. The remaining nine … Continue reading The Jubera wind farm is already operational with two of its eleven wind turbines.
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The Supreme Court approves the Campelo wind farm, opening the door to wind power in Galicia, Spain
The Xunta de Galicia (Government of Galicia) welcomed the ruling, stating that the court ruling “opens the door to lifting the suspension of another 64 wind farms” in the region. The regional government defends its commitment to renewables and considers wind energy a fundamental pillar for the decarbonization of the economy.Despite the strong support it … Continue reading The Supreme Court approves the Campelo wind farm, opening the door to wind power in Galicia, Spain
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Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners Secures Australian Hydrogen Headstart Funding, Strengthening Commitment to Green Ammonia
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners – a global leader in renewable energy investments – has been successful in the Australian Government’s first hydrogen funding round for its Murchison Green Hydrogen project. Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) through its CI Energy Transition Fund I (ETF I), today announced it has secured AUD 814 million through the Australian Government’s Hydrogen … Continue reading Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners Secures Australian Hydrogen Headstart Funding, Strengthening Commitment to Green Ammonia
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RWE achieves strong earnings in 2024 and invests heavily in expanding its renewables portfolio
RWE can look back on a successful 2024 fiscal year. Group earnings exceeded expectations, with adjusted EBITDA of €5.7 billion and adjusted net income of €2.3 billion. The company continued to expand its portfolio, investing a total of €10 billion net in offshore and onshore wind farms, solar farms, battery storage systems and electrolysers. New plants with a … Continue reading RWE achieves strong earnings in 2024 and invests heavily in expanding its renewables portfolio
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Inauguration of the large Horizonte wind power in Chile
Enercon installed 140 wind turbines in the Atacama Desert for the energy company Colbún. Completion of a project under difficult conditions. What began in October 2022 with the delivery of the first rotor blades to the port of Antofagasta, Chile, culminated with the official inauguration of the Horizonte wind farm. Last November, the construction team … Continue reading Inauguration of the large Horizonte wind power in Chile
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Zelestra Signs Contract with SJVN to Supply Wind and PV Power in India with Battery Storage
The innovative hybrid multi-technology project will deliver 24/7 clean energy generation, with wind, solar and battery storage technology ensuring firm generation during peak morning and evening demand hours in Maharashtra, India. Zelestra will begin work this year on approximately 250 MWdc solar, 180 MW wind power and a 90 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) … Continue reading Zelestra Signs Contract with SJVN to Supply Wind and PV Power in India with Battery Storage
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SANY Renewable Energy wins first offshore wind turbine order in China
SANY Renewable Energy has secured a bid for Guangdong Energy Group’s Jieyang Shibeishan offshore wind project, which will deploy 14 offshore wind turbines of 13.6 MW and one 10 MW unit. This milestone project represents SANY’s first back-commercialisation order of large capacity offshore wind turbines, marking the company’s new phase of developing its offshore and … Continue reading SANY Renewable Energy wins first offshore wind turbine order in China
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China sets record for longest wind turbine blade loading
A 133-meter-long, 67-tonne wind turbine blade was successfully loaded onto a ship, breaking the record for the longest wind turbine blade lifting at ports in the Yangtze River basin. In the lifting operation, Y angzhou Port used the gantry crane cooperative operation system for the first time. Through sensors and image recognition technology, real-time monitoring … Continue reading China sets record for longest wind turbine blade loading
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Equinor acquires onshore wind farm in southern Sweden
The wind farm consists of 22 wind turbines with a combined installed capacity of 95MW. Equinor has acquired the operational 95 MW Lyngsåsa wind farm from SUSI Partners. The acquisition is in line with Equinor’s onshore renewables strategy of being a market driven power producer across select markets in Europe and the Americas. The wind … Continue reading Equinor acquires onshore wind farm in southern Sweden
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New Record for Wind Generation in Portugal Thanks to Storm Martinho
Thanks to Storm Martinho, which hit Portugal this week, the national electricity grid has reached new all-time highs for wind energy, with a daily production of 112.4 gigawatts/hour, surpassing the previous record of 110.3 GW/h, set in November of last year. A statement published by REN.pt indicates that on Wednesday, the Martinho storm also allowed … Continue reading New Record for Wind Generation in Portugal Thanks to Storm Martinho
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Chile’s largest wind farm inaugurated today with 140 wind turbines
The wind farm has 140 wind turbines with an installed capacity of 816 megawatts, generating 2,500 GWh, equivalent to powering a city of 750,000 inhabitants day and night. This Thursday, the Horizonte Wind Farm will be inaugurated. Located 130 kilometers from the municipality of Taltal, it will mark a milestone of special importance for the … Continue reading Chile’s largest wind farm inaugurated today with 140 wind turbines
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Iberdrola Mexico joins forces with Honda to supply wind energy to its manufacturing plants
Honda de México signed a contract with Iberdrola México to supply 100% renewable energy to its manufacturing plants in Celaya, Guanajuato, and El Salto, Jalisco, which will contribute to reducing its carbon footprint. “Honda is taking an important step toward the future, moving toward a carbon-free society through our ‘Triple Action to Zero’ initiative. Through … Continue reading Iberdrola Mexico joins forces with Honda to supply wind energy to its manufacturing plants
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European power in 2025: the pace, opportunities and challenges of the transition
Exploring Europe’s energy storage gigawatt-scale revolution, and the hydrogen roadmap to 2030 and beyond. The decarbonisation of Europe’s energy offers vast opportunities, yet also comes with significant challenges, particularly around renewable power and the integration of new wind and solar supply in systems. As renewables are rolled out, system flexibility and electricity demand have struggled … Continue reading European power in 2025: the pace, opportunities and challenges of the transition
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Romania’s wind power capacity to rise by 50% over next three years to 4.5 GW
The capacity of the new wind farms planned to come online in Romania will increase gradually from 380 MW this year to 490 MW in 2025 and 600 MW in 2027, summing up to nearly 1.5 GW over the three-year period, according to Ziarul Financiar quoting WindEurope estimates. In 2024, wind farms with a capacity … Continue reading Romania’s wind power capacity to rise by 50% over next three years to 4.5 GW
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Masdar and Iberdrola Negotiate Strategic Alliance for UK’s Largest Offshore Wind Farm
The relationship between Iberdrola and Masdar has borne fruit in projects such as the Baltic Eagle wind farm in Germany, but Masdar’s potential entry into East Anglia represents an even greater challenge for both groups.Iberdrola is negotiating an alliance with Masdar of the United Arab Emirates to boost its large-scale offshore wind project in East … Continue reading Masdar and Iberdrola Negotiate Strategic Alliance for UK’s Largest Offshore Wind Farm
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UK CMA clears Iberdrola’s acquisition of Electricity North West
Today, the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) cleared the acquisition of an 88% shareholding in the electricity distribution network operator Electricity North West (ENW) by Iberdrola, S.A., through its subsidiary ScottishPower. The acquisition is part of Iberdrola’s strategy to strengthen its networks business in countries with strong ratings, such as the UK. Iberdrola, through … Continue reading UK CMA clears Iberdrola’s acquisition of Electricity North West
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Energy Storage’s Meteoric Rise Breaks Another Record
The U.S. energy storage market set a new record in 2024 with 12.3 gigawatts (GW) of installations across all segments, according to the latest U.S. Energy Storage Monitor report released today by the American Clean Power Association (ACP) and Wood Mackenzie. The report shows a total of 12,314 megawatts (MW) and 37,143 megawatt hours (MWh) … Continue reading Energy Storage’s Meteoric Rise Breaks Another Record
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Nova Scotia proposes five offshore wind energy zones
Canada ramps offshore wind with five areas while Trump escalates US sector clampdown. The provincial government has identified five offshore wind energy areas as part of its plan to expand renewable energy and secure long-term energy stability for the province. The proposed sites – French Bank, Middle Bank, Sable Island Bank, Sydney Bight and Western/Emerald … Continue reading Nova Scotia proposes five offshore wind energy zones
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