Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz on Thursday (May 9th) inaugurated construction for the country’s first wind power plant. The 43-million-euro, 31.5 MW project is jointly funded by the government and the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development. President Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz has inaugurated the construction of Mauritania
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Hytex to develop wind farm with China
Hytex Integrated Bhd is making its maiden foray into the energy-generation sector after signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with China’s Gezhouba Group Electric Power Co Ltd to collaborate in the development of a 500 million yuan maglev wind farm in Guizhou Province, China. In a statement, Hytex said Gezhouba had been appointed as … Continue reading Hytex to develop wind farm with China
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Pennsylvania Governor Corbett Tours Leading Wind Power Company
Governor Tom Corbett, joined by company executives including CEO Jim Spencer, today toured Pittsburgh-based EverPower Wind Holdings, Inc. and discussed how Pennsylvania’s diverse energy portfolio is attracting innovation across all sectors and continuing to add jobs to the state’s growing economy. “EverPower’s decision to relocate in the heart of America’s new energy powerhouse is proof … Continue reading Pennsylvania Governor Corbett Tours Leading Wind Power Company
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Large turbine vendors see need for policy certainty, fairness
Following the very late extension on January 1 of the federal wind energy production tax credit (PTC), the U.S. wind power market appears headed for a sizable drop this year, followed by a solid recovery in 2014, according to panelists at the WINDPOWER 2013 Large Turbine Vendors Forum. The overarching theme of what the market … Continue reading Large turbine vendors see need for policy certainty, fairness
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Construction begins on 160 MW Concentrating Solar Power plant in Morocco
Built by a consortium led by Saudi Arabia’s ACWA Power, Ouarzazate 1 is set to go online in 2015. The German government has pledged €115 million in support for Morocco’s ambitious project. A stalwart supporter of Morocco’s renewable energy and energy efficiency efforts for years, Germany has become Europe’s most significant partner in the building … Continue reading Construction begins on 160 MW Concentrating Solar Power plant in Morocco
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Enel Green Power starts operating new wind farm in Soria, Spain
Enel Green Power España (EGPE), Spanish subsidiary of Enel Green Power, has started operations at the 13.5 MW Ampliación Sierra del Cortado wind farm, located in Almenar de Soria, Castile and Leon region. The new wind farm will generate an estimated 42 million kWh per year. The energy produced by the nine 1.5 MW turbines … Continue reading Enel Green Power starts operating new wind farm in Soria, Spain
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Development of wind energy in Africa
Existing wind energy output in Africa remains dominated by north African countries, with south and east Africa poised to gain ground. Wind energy’s prospects in west Africa remain limited. This is one of the conclusions of a comprehensive study on the development of wind energy in Africa, by among others Dr Emelly Mutambatsere, principal regional … Continue reading Development of wind energy in Africa
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Iberdrola lands a contract for the construction of a 96-MW photovoltaic plant in South Africa for $150 million
The consortium formed by IBERDROLA INGENIERÍA and the South African company GROUP FIVE has been selected by Jasper Power Company for the construction of a 96-megawatt (MW) photovoltaic plant in South Africa. The contract, which was signed today in Johannesburg, is worth around 150 million dollars and includes the engineering, equipment supply, civil engineering work, … Continue reading Iberdrola lands a contract for the construction of a 96-MW photovoltaic plant in South Africa for $150 million
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Rajasthan national leader in solar energy
Rajasthan is set to play a major role in solar and renewable energy, according to its Governor Margaret Alva. “Energy is the key to progress. At the same time, it is a big challenge too. Rajasthan is a national leader in solar energy and under the Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission, a majority of the … Continue reading Rajasthan national leader in solar energy
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Work underway on offshore wind farm opposed by Donald Trump
Initial drilling work for a controversial offshore wind farm project, which is facing a legal challenge by Donald Trump, is due to start in Aberdeen Bay on Thursday. The major programme of offshore works is set to begin as part of the European Offshore Wind Deployment Centre (EOWDC), which could lead to pioneering turbine foundation … Continue reading Work underway on offshore wind farm opposed by Donald Trump
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MidAmerican to spend $1.9 billion to erect 656 new wind turbines in Iowa
Gov. Terry Branstad announced Wednesday that MidAmerican Energy will make a $1.9 billion investment in Iowa for wind energy projects that will be the biggest single economic investment ever in the state. “As wind energy goes, so does Iowa’s economy,” said Branstad, who spoke enthusiastically about the plans. He added, “Remember, once they make this investment … Continue reading MidAmerican to spend $1.9 billion to erect 656 new wind turbines in Iowa
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Energized wind energy industry rolls up sleeves for 2013-14, plans 40th anniversary next year in Las Vegas
As the WINDPOWER 2013 Conference & Exhibition wound down today, nearly 10,000 attendees and 600 exhibitors started wrapping up business and heading home—ready to capitalize on the business opportunity presented by extension of the industry’s key policy incentive in the near term, and the opportunity to help craft a new long-term vision of stability for … Continue reading Energized wind energy industry rolls up sleeves for 2013-14, plans 40th anniversary next year in Las Vegas
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Plans for 1.1GW of Concentrating Solar Power in MENA approved
The governing body of the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) has approved a modified plan that will see Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Libya, Morocco and Tunisia install over 1.1GW of concentrated solar power (CSP) capacity in the region. The US $7.6 billion Climate Investment Funds (CIF) gave the go-ahead on Friday, May 3, to Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, … Continue reading Plans for 1.1GW of Concentrating Solar Power in MENA approved
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Extended deadline for India’s Concentrated Solar Power projects until March 2014
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Exim Bank secures 150-million euro loan to fund green projects
The Exim Bank today said it has signed an agreement for a 20-year 150-million euro laon from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to support projects that contribute to climate change mitigation. The borrowings under the facility will enable Exim Bank to lend for energy projects, notably wind, solar photovoltaic, concentrated solar power, hydro-power, geothermal, … Continue reading Exim Bank secures 150-million euro loan to fund green projects
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Three mayors, three communities, one wind
In association with Global Wind Day, photographer Robert van Waarden travels to three different communities in Romania that have been inspired by wind energy. Read their stories below, and think about submitting your own wind energy inspired story and photo to the Global Wind Day 2013 photo competition which closes on 12 May! 3 of … Continue reading Three mayors, three communities, one wind
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Turkana wind power project closes in on full funding
The wind power project planned for northern Kenya has received a lifeline after the African Development Bank ( AfDB) approved a Sh12.5 billion ($149.5 million) loan. The Lake Turkana wind power project has been dogged by delays due to unavailability of funding, with the World Bank withdrawing its support late last year. In … Continue reading Turkana wind power project closes in on full funding
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NextEra Energy Resources Selects GE
GE (NYSE: GE) introduced the 1.7-100brilliant wind turbine, the world’s most efficient wind turbine in its class. GE will supply 59 of its new turbines, which will have a hub height of 80 meters, to NextEra Energy Resources, LLC’s wind farm, planned for the thumb region of Michigan. The 1.7-100 machine is the second brilliant … Continue reading NextEra Energy Resources Selects GE
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Geothermal energy and Enel Green Power
With the Larderello 1 geothermal plant in Tuscany celebrating its centenary year, the region signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Enel which aims to create satellite activities around the geothermal industry. This year the Larderello 1 geothermal power station in Tuscany, the first true geothermal power station ever and one of the largest complexes in … Continue reading Geothermal energy and Enel Green Power
Continue readingGhana completes first solar plant in Navrongo
The Volta River Authority (VRA) is about to inaugurate its first solar power plant at Navrongo in the Upper East Region as part of its corporate policy to develop renewable energy resources to augment its power generation. The Navrongo Solar Power Plant is a 2MW facility, the largest grid PV plant in West Africa apart … Continue reading Ghana completes first solar plant in Navrongo
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