As announced previously, nkt cables is involved in the offshore wind farm project “Gemini” developed by Typhoon Offshore B.V. and owned by a consortium of investors. The consortium has now confirmed that the project has reached financial close. With this, nkt cables has now received a binding order worth approximately 165 mEUR for the delivery … Continue reading nkt cables’ order for the Gemini wind power power
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BBB attends major Polish wind energy event
The German engineering consultant BBB Umwelttechnik GmbH (BBB) will be attending the Polish Wind Energy Trade Fair PWEA in Narvil Hotel in Serock from 27 to 28 May 2014. BBB invites all interested parties to come to booth 16D and discuss how BBB can contribute to a successful further development of their projects. The services … Continue reading BBB attends major Polish wind energy event
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Nautricity given consent for Mull of Kintyre tidal power scheme
Nautricity, the renewable energy company, has been given the go-ahead to develop one of the UK’s first ‘next generation’ tidal energy schemes in waters off the Mull of Kintyre. Marine Scotland has given consent for the deployment of the first Contra Rotating Marine Turbine (CoRMaT) device, capable of generating enough electricity to supply 400 homes, … Continue reading Nautricity given consent for Mull of Kintyre tidal power scheme
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Wind energy sector in Europe reaches 117 GW in 2013
The wind energy sector reached 117 GW of installed capacity in Europe in 2013. This is sufficient, in a normal wind year, to produce 257 TWh of electricity and supply 8% of the EU’s electricity consumption, according to a Strategic Research Agenda / Market Deployment Strategy (SRA/MDS) published by the European Wind Energy Technology Platform … Continue reading Wind energy sector in Europe reaches 117 GW in 2013
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Wind energy business community urge Congress to pass the EXPIRE act after holiday break
The Senate recessed for the Memorial Day break without a vote on the EXPIRE act to extend dozens of crucial tax policies, including the Production Tax Credit (PTC) and Investment Tax Credit (ITC) for clean energy. A letter was delivered to Senators earlier in the week from a broad spectrum of the business community urging … Continue reading Wind energy business community urge Congress to pass the EXPIRE act after holiday break
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China boosts offshore wind energy
China has taken steps to accelerate the development of its offshore wind power industry in a bid to increase the installed capacity beyond its 428.6 MW installed at the end of 2013. Some industry analysts expressed pessimism concerning the offshore wind power sector in China as the industry has experienced slow progress with only 39 MW … Continue reading China boosts offshore wind energy
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2014: The Year of Concentrating Solar Power
Last year, the U.S. installed 410 megawatts (MW) of Concentrated Solar Power (CSP), increasing total CSP capacity by more than 80%. The Department of Energy (DoE) recently announced that $10 million will be distributed in Colorado, Florida, Alabama, Washington and California for six new research and development projects that will advance innovative concentrated solar power … Continue reading 2014: The Year of Concentrating Solar Power
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GE inks 400 MW wind turbines deal for Texas wind farm
New Generation Power Texas has signed a contract with GE for the supply of 235 wind turbines and related services for their 400 Megawatt Texas Wind Project. Construction began in December 2013 and will be built out over two phases. NGP Texas has brought together a team of industry leaders in order to successfully complete … Continue reading GE inks 400 MW wind turbines deal for Texas wind farm
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Wind power, solar energy to get big push in India under Narendra Modi-led NDA
The Narendra Modi government is likely to harness solar power and give a fillip to development of offshore wind energy so as to provide electricity to every household in the near future, industry officials said today. The incoming government led by Narendra Modi is likely to harness solar power and give a fillip to development … Continue reading Wind power, solar energy to get big push in India under Narendra Modi-led NDA
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Nordex invests up to EUR 50 million to strengthen its rotor blade capabilities
“The rotor is the motor”, said Nordex CEO Dr. Jürgen Zeschky at a local press conference in Rostock hold May 21st, highlighting the strategic importance of rotor blades as a core technology. Last year, Nordex SE achieved growth of around 33 percent, not least due to strong demand for its highly efficient turbines with their … Continue reading Nordex invests up to EUR 50 million to strengthen its rotor blade capabilities
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The Socio-economic Benefits of Solar Power and Wind Energy
With many economies facing slow growth prospects, policy makers increasingly see chances for greater income, improved trade balances, industrial development and job creation through renewable energy deployment. However, detailed evidence on these effects remains limited. The Socio-economic Benefits of Solar and Wind Energy, an ‘econValue’ report from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), sheds light … Continue reading The Socio-economic Benefits of Solar Power and Wind Energy
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Renault inks MOU with LG Chem to jointly develop future EV batteries
Renault S.A., the world’s largest manufacturer of electric vehicles (EV), said Wednesday that it has signed an agreement with LG Chem to jointly develop high density batteries that will power its next-generation zero emission cars. The French automaker, which controls Renault-Nissan Alliance and South Korea’s Renault Samsung Motors Co., said the agreement lays the foundation … Continue reading Renault inks MOU with LG Chem to jointly develop future EV batteries
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Microelectronics in Electric Vehicles have surpassed 130 million miles over 5 years
BYD Microelectronics (BME), a division of the global BYD Company Ltd., proudly announced this week that the Multi-channel, Current Transducers in BYD Electric Cars have reached an operational milestone of over 130,000,000 miles in the last five years. Electric Vehicles have operated for more than 400,000 miles each and the BLX9 (the main BME multi-channel … Continue reading Microelectronics in Electric Vehicles have surpassed 130 million miles over 5 years
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RWE Innogy commences with wind turbined installation for the Nordsee Ost Offshore Wind Farm
RWE Innogy has started installing 48 wind turbines at the 295 MW Nordsee Ost offshore wind farm in the German North Sea. At RWE’s base port in Bremerhaven the go-ahead was given yesterday for the installation of the 48 wind turbines that will comprise the Nordsee Ost Offshore Wind Farm: Four 240-tonnes tubular steel towers, … Continue reading RWE Innogy commences with wind turbined installation for the Nordsee Ost Offshore Wind Farm
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Egyptian government to invest $1 billion in solar energy projects
The Egyptian government has revealed its plan to invest $1 billion in solar energy projects. During a conference organised by the Chambers of Commerce in Alexandria last month, the Local and Administrative Development Minister Adel Labib revealed the $1 billion investment plan, stating that the solar projects would help create job opportunities for young people … Continue reading Egyptian government to invest $1 billion in solar energy projects
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Enel Green Power – First Photovoltaic Plant in South Africa Gets Go Ahead
Upington, which will have a total installed capacity of 10 MW, is capable of generating around 20 million kWh per year once fully operational. The total photovoltaic capacity to be installed by EGP in South Africa will exceed 300 MW. Enel Green Power has connected South Africa’s first photovoltaic plant, located in Upington (in the … Continue reading Enel Green Power – First Photovoltaic Plant in South Africa Gets Go Ahead
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Vestas receives 78 MW wind energy order in North America utilising V110-2.0 MW wind turbines
Vestas has received an order for 39 V110-2.0 MW wind turbines for a 78 MW wind farm in North America. Vestas has received an order for 39 V110-2.0 MW turbines for a 78 MW project in North America. The highly popular V110-2.0 is built on the proven technology of Vestas’ 2 MW platform and increases … Continue reading Vestas receives 78 MW wind energy order in North America utilising V110-2.0 MW wind turbines
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Abengoa completes the construction of the world’s largest single-axis photovoltaic plant
The 206 MW solar power plant will generate enough electricity to supply 72,000 households in San Diego. Abengoa (MCE: ABG.B/P SM /NASDAQ: ABGB), the international company that applies innovative technology solutions for sustainability in the energy and environment sectors, has completed construction of Mount Signal Solar, the 206 MW photovoltaic plant in the city of … Continue reading Abengoa completes the construction of the world’s largest single-axis photovoltaic plant
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Prysmian, New Contract Worth Approx. € 730 M For Offshore Wind Farm Grid Connections In Germany
Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has been awarded by 50Hertz Offshore GmbH a subsidiary of 50Hertz Transmission GmbH, operator of transmission grids in Germany a new contract worth approximately up to € 730 million (including options for grid connections in value of approximately € 250 M) to design, … Continue reading Prysmian, New Contract Worth Approx. € 730 M For Offshore Wind Farm Grid Connections In Germany
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Globeleq Inaugurates South African Solar Power Projects
Globeleq, the leading private power generation company in Africa, has celebrated completion of two of its renewable energy projects in South Africa. On site ceremonies were held to mark the occasion and were well attended by national, local government, industry and community representatives. The 50 MW PV De Aar Solar Power and 50 MW PV … Continue reading Globeleq Inaugurates South African Solar Power Projects
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