Masdar and its educational unit the Masdar Institute of Science and Technology have collaborated to launch the Masdar Solar Hub to expedite the development of solar energy technologies. The new hub aims to support Abu Dhabi’s efforts to achieve its ambitions for solar energy development and deployment through research and development of solar photovoltaic, solar … Continue reading Masdar opens solar power hub to boost R&D in renewables
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Wind power in Uruguay: Gamesa wind turbines for wind farm Maldonado II
Gamesa lands a contract to supply 50 MW of wind energy in Uruguay and maintain the wind turbines for five years. The company will install 25 of its G114-2.0 MW wind turbines at the Maldonado II wind farm, located in south-eastern Uruguay. Gamesa has signed a new contract with the Spanish developer Smartener for the … Continue reading Wind power in Uruguay: Gamesa wind turbines for wind farm Maldonado II
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Peugeot selects Gemasolar Concentrated Solar Power plant as backdrop for new 308 R Hybrid ad campaign
The Gemasolar Concentrated Solar Power plant, owned by Torresol Energy and designed and build by SENER, is chosen once again as the backdrop for an ad campaign. This time, the car manufacturer Peugeot is advertising its new 308 R Hybrid among the heliostats of the innovative thermoelectric plant. The model will make its debut … Continue reading Peugeot selects Gemasolar Concentrated Solar Power plant as backdrop for new 308 R Hybrid ad campaign
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IRENA launches new tool to help develop renewable energy projects
A comprehensive platform to facilitate the effective development of renewable energy projects worldwide is now available online. The Project Navigator tool, launched today by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), provides project developers with the knowledge, tools, case studies and best practices needed to support the successful completion of their projects. Many promising renewable … Continue reading IRENA launches new tool to help develop renewable energy projects
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China’s electricity could go 85% renewable by 2050 with wind power and solar energy
A rapid rollout of wind energy, solar power and bioenergy is technologically and economically feasible, a report led by the China National Renewable Energy Centre claims. In a “high renewable” scenario, the country’s coal use would peak in 2020 and its greenhouse gas emissions by 2025 – five years ahead of target. “China can … Continue reading China’s electricity could go 85% renewable by 2050 with wind power and solar energy
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Wind power in Texas: E.ON Christen wind farm with GE wind turbines
E.ON and GE Energy Financial Services today celebrated the opening of the Grandview Wind Farm (Grandview) in the Texas Panhandle, 30 miles east of Amarillo. E.ON and GE Energy Financial Services (GE) jointly own Grandview through a 50/50 investment partnership. “The community has been wonderful and more than patient in developing this project. Grandview … Continue reading Wind power in Texas: E.ON Christen wind farm with GE wind turbines
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Equinix Advances Sustainability Program with Wind Energy from Iberdrola
Iberdrola Renewables today announced a long-term agreement to supply several U.S.-based Equinix data centers with clean, renewable energy from Iberdrola Renewables’ fleet of wind farms. Equinix met more than 30% of its global electricity requirements in 2014 through renewable energy purchases and is continually evaluating the energy efficiency of its data centers in order to … Continue reading Equinix Advances Sustainability Program with Wind Energy from Iberdrola
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Ex-Im Bank lauds Siemens Wind Energy for role in export
In honor of Earth Day, the Export-Import Bank of the United States (Ex-Im Bank) announced today that it will present its Deal of the Year and Renewable Exporter of the Year awards to Siemens Energy Inc. at the Bank’s Annual Conference in Washington on Thursday, April 23rd. Thanks to Ex-Im Bank financing, Siemens was able … Continue reading Ex-Im Bank lauds Siemens Wind Energy for role in export
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10 ways wind power is working for you this Earth Day
Every year, Earth Day draws attention to the importance of environmental protection. Here are 10 ways American wind energy plays an important role in protecting the environment in the U.S.: 1. Wind energy saves lives. The Department of Energy’s recently released “Wind Vision” report found that wind could provide over a third of U.S. electricity by … Continue reading 10 ways wind power is working for you this Earth Day
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Spain prepares auction for 700 MW of wind energy (500 MW) and biomass (200 MW)
Spain’s energy ministry is preparing an auction for 500 MW of wind energy and 200 MW of biomass power for the first time since the approval of the energy reform. The new capacity will be necessary according to the ministry’s ongoing planning for the electricity and gas sectors. The wind power plants will be installed … Continue reading Spain prepares auction for 700 MW of wind energy (500 MW) and biomass (200 MW)
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Lester R. Brown: The Great Energy Transition to Solar Power and Wind Energy Is Underway
The worldwide transition from fossil fuels to renewable sources of energy is under way. As fossil fuel resources shrink, as air pollution worsens, and as concerns about climate instability cast a shadow over the future of coal, oil and natural gas, a new world energy economy is emerging. The old economy, fueled largely by coal … Continue reading Lester R. Brown: The Great Energy Transition to Solar Power and Wind Energy Is Underway
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Samsung and Pattern Development Sign Power Purchase Agreement for North Kent Wind Energy Project in Ontario
The North Kent Wind project will bring substantial economic benefits to the Municipality of Chatham-Kent. Samsung Renewable Energy Inc. (Samsung) and Pattern Energy Group LP (Pattern Development) today announced that North Kent Wind, a 100 megawatt (MW) wind power project located in the Regional Municipality of Chatham-Kent, has entered into a 20-year power purchase agreement … Continue reading Samsung and Pattern Development Sign Power Purchase Agreement for North Kent Wind Energy Project in Ontario
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Elecnor wins EUR 22.4 million contract to build Kuwait’s first wind farm
Elecnor has secured the EUR 22.4 million contract to build Kuwait’s first wind farm. The facility will be in the Shagaya Renewable Energy Park. The 10 MW project will be jointly undertaken by Elecnor (60%) and Alghanim International (40%), a Kuwaiti multinational with an impressive track record in engineering and construction projects. The project includes … Continue reading Elecnor wins EUR 22.4 million contract to build Kuwait’s first wind farm
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Wind power and solar energy could help Australia generate 100 percent of its power by renewable energy by 2050
The falling costs of carbon-free technologies such as wind energy and solar power could help Australia generate 100 percent of its power by renewable energy resources by 2050, a new report revealed on Tuesday. Research by the Australian National University (ANU) said a fully green-powered society was possible if there were clear and stable … Continue reading Wind power and solar energy could help Australia generate 100 percent of its power by renewable energy by 2050
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Wind energy in Egypt: Gamesa wind turbines for turnkey construction of a 220-MW wind farm
Gamesa has signed a new contract for the turnkey construction of the Gulf of El Zayt wind farm on the Egyptian Red Sea coast, where it will install 110 of its G80-2.0 MW turbines (220 MW). This project, which was awarded by the NREA (New & Renewable Energy Authority) by means of an international tender, … Continue reading Wind energy in Egypt: Gamesa wind turbines for turnkey construction of a 220-MW wind farm
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Norfolk O&M employment opportunities announced at Dudgeon Offshore Wind Farm
The first seven employment opportunities for managers and engineers to be based from the Dudgeon Offshore Wind Farm O&M [Operations and Maintenance] base in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk have just been posted on the Statoil website [www.statoil.com/careers], Statoil being the operator for both the construction and operational phases of this 402 MW offshore wind power plant. … Continue reading Norfolk O&M employment opportunities announced at Dudgeon Offshore Wind Farm
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Colombia has an estimated wind power potential of 21 GW
Colombia is finalising regulations that will allow investors in renewable energy projects to apply for tax incentives. The decree, which details procedures for income tax and VAT exemption, is up for public consultation until 22 April, after which the government will publish a final version. The decree will add details to a law approved in … Continue reading Colombia has an estimated wind power potential of 21 GW
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Wind power in South Africa: Eskom wind farm with 46 wind turbines
The Sere Wind Farm near Vredendal in the Western Cape has achieved its full operational capacity and is producing enough electricity to power 124 000 homes. Sere is Eskom’s first large-scale renewable energy project, and forms part of our commitment to renewable energy and reducing our carbon footprint, said Eskom’s acting CEO, Brian … Continue reading Wind power in South Africa: Eskom wind farm with 46 wind turbines
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EDF Renewable Energy celebrates the Hereford Wind Power Project with Vestas and GE wind turbines
EDF Renewable Energy (EDF RE) and partner BlackRock Infrastructure, celebrated the completion of the 200 megawatt (MW) Hereford Wind project today with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. State and local representatives joined EDF RE and BlackRock Infrastructure to recognize the supportive community and benefits of wind to the region. The Hereford Wind project, encompassing approximately … Continue reading EDF Renewable Energy celebrates the Hereford Wind Power Project with Vestas and GE wind turbines
Continue readingWind energy in Kuwait: Elecnor built the first wind farm
Elecnor will build the first wind farm in Kuwait and has been awarded contract worth 22.4 million euros, as reported by the company in a statement. The wind power facility will be located in the Shagaya Renewable Energies Park and will have capacity to generate 10 megawatts (MW). The wind power project will be developed … Continue reading Wind energy in Kuwait: Elecnor built the first wind farm
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