In the last two years, countries around the world have added almost as much new solar photovoltaics (PV) capacity as had been added since the invention of the solar cell. Nearly 38,000 megawatts of PV came online in 2013, a new annual record. In all, the world’s installed PV generating capacity is now close to … Continue reading China Leads World to Solar Power Record in 2013
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Gamesa consolidates its presence in the wind energy in Philippines
Gamesa, a global technology leader in wind energy, has reinforced its presence in the Philippines thanks to a new turnkey contract for the construction, supply and installation of a 54 MW wind farm for Alternergy. This marks the third contract closed by Gamesa in this market, having signed orders totalling 144 MW in recent months. … Continue reading Gamesa consolidates its presence in the wind energy in Philippines
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IRENA calls on all governments to scale up renewable energy efforts
As the global community faces important energy choices, the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) director-general has called on all governments to scale up their renewable energy investment in order to reach a ” sustainable energy future.” Adnan Amin told Xinhua in an interview that “IRENA’s vision is to be the global voice of renewable … Continue reading IRENA calls on all governments to scale up renewable energy efforts
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Morocco poised as ‘regional leader’ in renewable energy
A senior US trade official has said Morocco is positioned as a “regional leader” in the field of renewable energy and is extremely appealing to US investors. “Morocco is extremely appealing to US investors in the field of renewable energies. These investors are encouraged by the specific plan put in place and the Interest and … Continue reading Morocco poised as ‘regional leader’ in renewable energy
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Bacardi in Puerto Rico announces powered by the Wind Power
BACARDI, creator of the world’s favorite rum, generates energy with power from the wind. Installed in 2010, two majestic, wind turbines now are a distinct part of the landscape – and the environmental consciousness – at the world’s largest premium rum distillery in Catano, Puerto Rico, just outside San Juan. “The wind turbine project is … Continue reading Bacardi in Puerto Rico announces powered by the Wind Power
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CBD Energy appointed project manager of 107MW Taralga Wind Farm in Australia
CBD Energy Limited (NASDAQ: CBDE; previously OTCBB: CBDNF), a diversified renewable energy company, has been engaged as the Owner’s Project Manager for the 107MW Taralga Wind Farm in New South Wales, Australia. In addition, as the project enters the operational phase, CBD has been designated as the Owner’s Facility Manager. CBD Energy Limited is a … Continue reading CBD Energy appointed project manager of 107MW Taralga Wind Farm in Australia
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Inox Wind to supply wind turbines for 170 MW wind power unit in India
Order for 85 units of Inox Wind’s newly launched 2MW wind turbine with 100 meter rotor diameteris is awarded by Continuum Wind Energy. Singapore-based Continuum Wind Energy has teamed up with Inox Wind, an arm of Gujarat Fluorochemicals, one of India’s leading wind power solutions providers to put up a 170 MW wind power unit … Continue reading Inox Wind to supply wind turbines for 170 MW wind power unit in India
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EDC has secured financing of its wind power project in Burgos, Ilocos Norte, Philippines
“EDC signed separate two-year bridge facilities totaling P2.7 billion with Philippine National Bank and Security Bank Corp. to partly finance the construction of Phase 2 of the 150-megawatt [MW] Burgos Wind Farm while the company is arranging the project financing,” EDC Investor Relations Manager Erudito Recio said. The company plans to raise $315 million for … Continue reading EDC has secured financing of its wind power project in Burgos, Ilocos Norte, Philippines
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DECC has granted ScottishPower Renewables and Vattenfall consent to develop the 1.2 GW East Anglia One offshore wind farm in the UK
According to the DECC, the developers currently plan to install up to 240 wind turbines, meaning the project would be significantly larger than the current largest wind farm in the world, the 630 MW London Array, which is also in the U.K. “East Anglia and the rest of the U.K. have a lot to gain … Continue reading DECC has granted ScottishPower Renewables and Vattenfall consent to develop the 1.2 GW East Anglia One offshore wind farm in the UK
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Massachusetts Open for Wind Energy
A large area off the coast of Massachusetts is being opened up for commercial wind energy leases, Gov. Deval Patrick and U.S. Interior Secretary Sally Jewell said Tuesday. The proposed area is more than 742,000 acres, or more than 1,160 square miles. That’s larger than the land area of Rhode Island and will nearly double … Continue reading Massachusetts Open for Wind Energy
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UAE’s Masdar, Saudi’s KACARE Sign Deal To Develop Clean Energy
UAE’s Masdar and Saudi Arabia’s King Abdullah City for Atomic and Renewable Energy (KACARE) announced an agreement that will allow increased cooperation between the two Gulf Arab states in developing renewable energy in the region. The agreement will facilitate joint investment by both agencies in clean energy projects and green technology investment funds, official news … Continue reading UAE’s Masdar, Saudi’s KACARE Sign Deal To Develop Clean Energy
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Iberdrola has awarded German group Bilfinger a wind power contract
In the fall of 2014, the German engineering and services group will test steel foundations for Wikinger offshore wind energy project under a contract worth some €20 million. With an investment of nearly €1.4 billion, the 350-MW offshore wind farm developed by Iberdrola will comprise of 70 wind turbines. IBERDROLA has awarded German engineering and … Continue reading Iberdrola has awarded German group Bilfinger a wind power contract
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Wind Power Market Expected to Reach 760.35 GW by 2020
Global wind power market is fragmented within many companies including GE Winds, Vestas, Siemens Wind Power, Enercon, Suzlon Group, Gamesa, Goldwind, United Power, Sinovel, Mingyang and many other. Increasing need to replace conventional sources of energy with renewable energy is expected to drive the market for wind power generation over the next decade. The global … Continue reading Wind Power Market Expected to Reach 760.35 GW by 2020
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BP Statistical Review shows strength of global energy system amid disruptions and shifting world economy
The BP Statistical Review of World Energy 2014 – launched today at the World Petroleum Congress meeting in Moscow – reveals how the world of energy echoed broader global themes in 2013. Emerging differences in global economic performance, geopolitical uncertainty and ongoing debates about the proper roles of government and markets are all reflected in … Continue reading BP Statistical Review shows strength of global energy system amid disruptions and shifting world economy
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CanWEA celebrates Global Wind Day with redesigned Power of Wind Contest
An international celebration of wind energy’s growing contribution to meeting electricity needs around the world To mark the 6th Annual Global Wind Day on June 15th, the Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA) is proud to launch a redesigned annual Power of Wind Contest. Students entering or in post-secondary education are eligible to submit multimedia or … Continue reading CanWEA celebrates Global Wind Day with redesigned Power of Wind Contest
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First Solar selected to build 150 MW photovoltaic solar power plant in California
First Solar announced that it has been selected by independent energy company Tenaska Solar Ventures to design and build the 150 megawatt (MW)AC Tenaska Imperial Solar Energy Center West project near El Centro, California. “We are pleased to continue our relationship with Tenaska”. First Solar will provide full Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) services on … Continue reading First Solar selected to build 150 MW photovoltaic solar power plant in California
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Future of Ohio wind energy at stake in Gov. Kasich’s decision on Monday
Gov. John Kasich has an opportunity to retain a wind industry in Ohio if he uses his line-item veto on Monday to remove an anti-wind-energy provision from the budget bill – with $2.5 billion in current investment, hundreds of millions in local leases and tax payments, over 60 factories, and thousands of Ohio jobs on … Continue reading Future of Ohio wind energy at stake in Gov. Kasich’s decision on Monday
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Acciona Windpower is to supply Brazilian wind farm developer Río Energy 90MW of wind turbines for the Itarema wind energy complex
The contract covers 30 3MW wind turbines made up of 21 AW116/3000 and nine AW125/3000 machines. Delivery is slated in 2015 and the wind turbines will be mounted on 100 and 120-metre concrete towers at the wind farm in Ceara state. The towers will be assembled on site using a method created by Acciona Windpower … Continue reading Acciona Windpower is to supply Brazilian wind farm developer Río Energy 90MW of wind turbines for the Itarema wind energy complex
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Wind energy industry in India would see an addition of around 3,000 MW
According to the Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers Association, the wind energy industry in the country would see an addition of around 3,000 MW of capacity during the year compared to 2,100 Mw last year. The association also expects to forge an alliance with the Wind Independent Power Producers’ Association, an organisation of IPPs, to raise … Continue reading Wind energy industry in India would see an addition of around 3,000 MW
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Global Wind Energy Day
June 15 is Global Wind Energy Day. As Colorado is a world leader in wind energy production, it is not only fitting to tout our success, but to encourage its further production. Colorado’s installed capacity of 1,530 turbines produces 2,332 megawatts of electricity, or 13.8 percent of the state’s electricity, and powers the equivalent of … Continue reading Global Wind Energy Day
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