Gwynt y Môr Offshore Wind Farm is one of the largest currently in construction in Europe and is being built by RWE npower renewables. The project is a shared investment between partners RWE Innogy, Stadtwerke München GmbH, and Siemens AG.(1) Once operational, Gwynt y Môr will have an installed capacity of 576MW. It will be … Continue reading 576 MW Gwynt y Môr Offshore Wind farm
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Wind Energy Update: Major European Utility Commits To Tidal Energy Meeting
With commitment from Vattenfall, RWE nPower, Siemens, Alstom, ABB as well as Kawasaki Heavy Industries, the Ocean Renewable Power Company, and Atlantis Resources Corporation, the 6th International Tidal Energy Summit (28-29 Nov. London) sets the stage for the next generation of commercial tidal development. Vattenfall, Europes largest operator of wind power, this week committed to … Continue reading Wind Energy Update: Major European Utility Commits To Tidal Energy Meeting
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Nautilus Solar starts commercial operation of 1.9 MW SCE project
Nautilus Solar Energy (“Nautilus Solar”), a leading independent solar power producer, has started commercial operation of its 1.9 MW roof mounted, solar photovoltaic project located in Chino, CA. Power generated from the project is being sold to Southern California Edison under a 20 year power purchase agreement. “We are pleased to bring on line another … Continue reading Nautilus Solar starts commercial operation of 1.9 MW SCE project
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The International Photovoltaic Equipment Association Favors a “Free Market PV Economy”
In the past year, Chinese manufacturers provided about 68 percent of solar panels compared with 40 percent in 2009, the London-based researcher Bloomberg New Energy Finance estimated. The International Photovoltaic Equipment Association (IPVEA) favors an international “Free Market PV Economy.” A joint initiative of members of the EU solar cell and panel manufacturing industry is … Continue reading The International Photovoltaic Equipment Association Favors a “Free Market PV Economy”
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Vestas intensifies cost saving plan and announces further workforce reductions
Global Senior Vice President of People & Culture Roald Steen Jakobsen says the further reduction in the workforce demonstrates Vestas is in full control of the cost reduction plan. “Vestas is currently three months ahead of schedule in regards to employee reductions in the organisation and being able to intensify this plan in order to … Continue reading Vestas intensifies cost saving plan and announces further workforce reductions
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Australia’s Non-Hydro Renewables Generation Will Reach 7.4 Terawatt Hours (Twh) In 2012
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/2b6kth/australia_renewabl) has announced the addition of the “Australia Renewables Report Q4 2012”report to their offering. July 1 2012 saw the introduction of carbon tax in Australia – a move that sets the stage for a wave of renewable energy growth in Australia. The author believes that wind energy will continue to dominate … Continue reading Australia’s Non-Hydro Renewables Generation Will Reach 7.4 Terawatt Hours (Twh) In 2012
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Electricity from wind power increased by 29.7 percent in China
In the January-July period, electricity from wind power, and hydropower increased by 29.7 percent and 15.6 percent, respectively. Sources of clean energy generated 106.8 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity in July, up 31 percent from a year ago, according to figures released by the State Electricity Regulatory Commission (SERC) Tuesday. During the first seven months, sources … Continue reading Electricity from wind power increased by 29.7 percent in China
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Phillips 66, China University of Technology, and Solarmer Energy Set a World Record in Solar Power Conversion Efficiency
The new record was achieved as a result of collaboration between Solarmer’s materials development team; the Alternative Energy group at Philips 66 Technology led by its director, Dr. Ting He; and Prof. Hongbin Wu’s research group at SCUT. The champion cell utilized a new polymer jointly developed by Solarmer and Philips 66, combined with the … Continue reading Phillips 66, China University of Technology, and Solarmer Energy Set a World Record in Solar Power Conversion Efficiency
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ONGC to harness geothermal energy in South Cambay basin
Talboom, the joint venture partner for the project will provide technical know how for the project, the official said adding the Belgian company has track record of harnessing geothermal energy in Europe. Geothermal electricity generation (electricity generated from geothermal energy) is currently used in 24 countries, while geothermal heating is in use in 70 countries. … Continue reading ONGC to harness geothermal energy in South Cambay basin
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Bulgaria to Have 200,000 Electric Vehicles by 2025
This will account for a total of 3% of all cars in Bulgaria, the EVIC report predicts, stressing that the users of electric vehicles must get a lot of tax breaks and other incentives from the state. At least 200,000 electric vehicles will be on Bulgarian roads by 2025, according to a forecast of the … Continue reading Bulgaria to Have 200,000 Electric Vehicles by 2025
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House and Senate approved plans to install public charging stations for electric vehicles earlier this month
Both the House and Senate approved plans to install public charging stations for electric vehicles earlier this month, and President Barack Obama signed those laws late last week. But in conversations with more than a dozen relevant Capitol Hill offices, Influence Alley could only track down one staffer with an electric car. Capitol Hill infrastructure is known more for its oddities — like … Continue reading House and Senate approved plans to install public charging stations for electric vehicles earlier this month
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Local newspapers paint the real picture on wind power
Last month I was in North Wales – a coastline which is home to the UK’s first large scale offshore wind farm called North Hoyle. It currently has one other operating offshore wind farm – Rhyl Flats, and a massive development is underway further out to sea at Gwynt y Môr offshore wind farm which, … Continue reading Local newspapers paint the real picture on wind power
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Minnesota Wind Farm To Feature Gamesa’s New Low-Wind Turbines
Exergy Development Group’s 36 MW Big Blue Wind Farm, which will be built in south central Minnesota, will feature Gamesa’s newest wind turbine model. Gamesa will start the delivery of its first G97-2.0 MW in the United States in the Big Blue wind farm that Exergy Development Group promotes in the town of Blue Earth, … Continue reading Minnesota Wind Farm To Feature Gamesa’s New Low-Wind Turbines
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E.ON Starts Building New Plant to Store Wind Power in Gas Grid
German utility E.ON AG (EOAN.XE) said Tuesday it has started construction of a pilot plant that enables wind-generated power to be stored in the gas grid. MAIN FACTS: -The Falkenhagen, Germany-based plant will store excess power from wind farms from 2013, meaning wind farms that create excess power can continue generating rather than be shut … Continue reading E.ON Starts Building New Plant to Store Wind Power in Gas Grid
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Nepal views: Support between SA states and China in wind power and solar energy
At this juncture, the South Asian region and China especially need to think jointly about alternative energy sources as the actions taken collectively by our states will have a decisive impact on climate change. By some accounts, since 2006 China has already surpassed the United States in C02 emissions from fossil fuel use and industrial … Continue reading Nepal views: Support between SA states and China in wind power and solar energy
Continue readingBurritt Motors $2.2 Million Expansion 50% Complete, Solar Power System Installed
“The project will give us 30% more space for a total of 28,000 sq. ft. This includes a new and expanded show room, new customer lounge, new service area with seven more service bays and vehicle photo gallery to take a virtual test drive on our web site, and new administrative offices—all in air-conditioned comfort. … Continue reading Burritt Motors $2.2 Million Expansion 50% Complete, Solar Power System Installed
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EBRD loan for the construction of wind farm plants in Montenegro
Company “Krnovo Green Energy” plans to apply for a loan from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) to finance the construction of wind power plants in Krnovo. Construction of wind power plant Krnovo will partly be financed by loans and KGE intends to invite companies to bid for contracts to build wind … Continue reading EBRD loan for the construction of wind farm plants in Montenegro
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The Skaftåsen wind power project – up to 400 MW
EVWIND Arise Windpower has concluded an agreement with Bergvik Skog AB for the takeover of the Skaftåsen wind power project. The project is located to the east of Lillhärdal in southern Härjedalen. An application for an environmental permit for the planned wind farm has been submitted but not yet approved. The project comprises up to … Continue reading The Skaftåsen wind power project – up to 400 MW
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Nordex delivering the first wind farm project to Finland
EVWIND With a capacity of 21.6 MW, the wind farm comprises nine N117/2400 multi-megawatt wind turbines mounted on top of 120-metre high towers. Wind turbine manufacturer Nordex has been awarded a contract for the delivery and installation of the “Honkajoki” wind farm by the Finnish Wealth Management company Taaleritehdas. This is the first call-off … Continue reading Nordex delivering the first wind farm project to Finland
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enXco becomes EDF Renewable Energy
enXco, an EDF Energies Nouvelles Company, announces a name change to EDF Renewable Energy. The new brand name is a natural progression of the integration process with the EDF group, the leading electricity company in the world. “EDF Renewable Energy is an innovative company with dedicated and passionate employees, and we’re proud of our 25 … Continue reading enXco becomes EDF Renewable Energy
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