The Spanish government is planning to tax households that produce their own energy through solar power and store some of it using batteries. The Ministry of Industry, Energy and Tourism has prepared a draught decree that would see a new fee designed to discourage the use of solar charged batteries or other storage systems by … Continue reading Spanish government plans to tax sunlight
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LG Chem and Samsung SDI Score Highest in Navigant Research Assessment of Lithium Ion Battery Manufacturers
A new Leaderboard Report from Navigant Research examines the strategy and execution of 15 leading lithium ion (Li-ion) battery manufacturers, including vendor profiles, ratings, and rankings, with the goal of providing industry participants an objective assessment of these companies’ relative strengths and weaknesses in the market. Due to an attractive combination of energy density, … Continue reading LG Chem and Samsung SDI Score Highest in Navigant Research Assessment of Lithium Ion Battery Manufacturers
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164 countries worldwide have now adopted renewable energy targets
Renewable energy targets are now a defining feature of the global energy landscape, according to a new report by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). Renewable Energy Target Setting, launched on the side lines of IRENA’s ninth Council meeting, finds that 164 countries have adopted at least one type of renewable energy target, up from … Continue reading 164 countries worldwide have now adopted renewable energy targets
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Enel Green Power will provide 280 MW of wind power in South Africa
The company has won two additional energy supply contracts for two wind farms totalling 280 MW in South Africa, bringing the total capacity awarded to Enel Green Power in the fourth phase of the REIPPPP tender up to 705 MW. These projects mark a significant step forward in the consolidation of Enel Green Power Group … Continue reading Enel Green Power will provide 280 MW of wind power in South Africa
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MHI Vestas Offshore Wind and an offshore wind power project in Germany
Today, there is information in the market regarding MHI Vestas Offshore Wind being appointed preferred supplier for an offshore project. Vestas can confirm that DONG Energy A/S has appointed MHI Vestas Offshore Wind preferred supplier for delivery of the V164-8.0 turbine for the 450 MW Borkum Riffgrund II project in Germany. If and when the … Continue reading MHI Vestas Offshore Wind and an offshore wind power project in Germany
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BP Statistical Review shows 2014 was a year of ‘tectonic’ shifts in global energy production and consumption
The 2015 edition of the BP Statistical Review of World Energy, launched today, highlights how significant changes in global energy production and consumption have had profound implications for prices, for the global fuel mix, and for global carbon dioxide emissions. The 64th annual edition of the Statistical Review highlights the continuing importance of the US … Continue reading BP Statistical Review shows 2014 was a year of ‘tectonic’ shifts in global energy production and consumption
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38% of all new capacity in Canada came from wind energy
Some critics of wind energy love to point out that while wind energy is making a significant and rapidly growing contribution to electricity generation in Canada and around the world, its overall contribution is still relatively small compared to conventional sources of electricity generation. What these critics fail to recognize is that the contribution made … Continue reading 38% of all new capacity in Canada came from wind energy
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Texas is the nation’s leader in wind power, but a new plan calls for even further investment
A team of environmental engineers from California have devised a plan for every state to transition to completely renewable energy sources. Yes, that includes fossil fuel-rich Texas — the nation’s leader in energy production. The study, developed by engineering researchers Mark Jacobson of Stanford University and Mark Delucchi of the University of California, Berkeley, examines … Continue reading Texas is the nation’s leader in wind power, but a new plan calls for even further investment
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Finland could build 100% renewable energy grid by 2050 with solar energy and wind power
A fully renewable energy system, including all energy consuming sectors, is not only a possible but a viable solution for Finland, according to a new research. Researchers from Lappeenranta University of Technology (LUT) have investigated renewable energy system options for Finland in 2050 and the results indicate that a fully renewable energy system is possible, … Continue reading Finland could build 100% renewable energy grid by 2050 with solar energy and wind power
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Indonesia plans to have 30,000 megawatts from geothermal energy, hydro, wave and solar energy
Indonesia aims to double its use of renewable energy in 10 years. It plans to have 30,000 megawatts of power generated from geothermal, hydro, wave and solar energy. But the high initial investment in green infrastructure and limited state budget is a major deterrent. And Jakarta is inviting private sectors to chip in as … Continue reading Indonesia plans to have 30,000 megawatts from geothermal energy, hydro, wave and solar energy
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Saft Expands its Li-ion Photovoltaic Solar Power Storage Portfolio
Intensium® Home 10M is a high performance 10 kWh/ 10 kW battery designed specifically for high-end residential and small commercial solar photovoltaic (PV) installations. Saft is at Intersolar Europe to launch its new Intensium® Home 10M lithium-ion (Li-ion) energy storage system that offers exceptionally high performance in a modern, aesthetically pleasing design intended specifically … Continue reading Saft Expands its Li-ion Photovoltaic Solar Power Storage Portfolio
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IRENA Roadmap Breaks New Ground on Renewable Energy Storage
A new ground-breaking report from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) provides clear direction on how to advance storage systems as part of the infrastructure for a sustainable energy future. Renewables and Electricity Storage, released today on the side lines of IRENA’s ninth Council meeting, prioritizes 14 action items across five priority areas where governments … Continue reading IRENA Roadmap Breaks New Ground on Renewable Energy Storage
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Yingli Supplies Venezuela’s Largest Photovoltaic Solar Energy Project
Yingli Green Energy, one of the world’s leading solar panel manufacturers, today announced that it has supplied 1.1 megawatts (MW) of solar panels for Venezuela’s largest solar project, a hybrid solar-diesel power plant located in Los Roques. The 1.1 MW solar farm was developed, engineered, and constructed by Consorcio Energias Limpias Alternativas Venezolanas (CELAV). Vico … Continue reading Yingli Supplies Venezuela’s Largest Photovoltaic Solar Energy Project
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Botswana invites bids for 100 MW solar power project
Botswana invited bids for the construction of a 100 megawatt (MW) solar powered plant on Tuesday as the world’s top diamond producer seeks to become energy self sufficient within five years. Botswana is currently experiencing power and water shortages, which its central bank warned last month could undercut aims to maintain growth above 4 … Continue reading Botswana invites bids for 100 MW solar power project
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Wind energy in Madhya Pradesh: 38 wind power projects of 820 MW
Wind energy is being promoted in Madhya Pradesh for environment conservation and generation of power from alternate sources of energy. Wind energy projects of 456.3 MW have been established in the state during year 2014-15. So far, 38 wind energy projects of 820 MW have been established in the state. Of these, 570 … Continue reading Wind energy in Madhya Pradesh: 38 wind power projects of 820 MW
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Gamesa Expands Production of Wind Turbines in Brazil
Spanish wind-turbine manufacturer Gamesa on Monday unveiled its expanded plant in Brazil, a country that accounted for 22 percent of total megawatt sales in 2014 and serves as a platform for supplying customers across Latin America. Work to expand the plant in Camaçari, a city in the northeastern state of Bahia, started in July 2011. … Continue reading Gamesa Expands Production of Wind Turbines in Brazil
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Nordex receives wind power orders totaling more than 150 MW in Germany
Nordex SE continued to build on the success of the first quarter 2015 in April and May. In these two months the wind turbine manufacturer signed 17 orders with a total capacity of more than 150 MW in its home market. Nearly all the customers decided in favour of the tried and tested light-wind N117/2400 … Continue reading Nordex receives wind power orders totaling more than 150 MW in Germany
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Italy possesses the 7th largest wind energy sector
Quercus Assets Selection which specialises in infrastructure investments with a focus on renewable energy, announces that it is launching its third fund in the renewable energy sector, an Italian wind fund aimed at institutional investors both in Italy and internationally. Investors will be required to invest a minimum of €10 million to gain access … Continue reading Italy possesses the 7th largest wind energy sector
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Mainstream Renewable Power Awarded 250MW of Wind Energy Projects in South Africa Government Tender
A consortium led by global wind and solar company Mainstream Renewable Power was today awarded Preferred Bidder status by the Department of Energy in South Africa for two large-scale wind energy projects with a total generation capacity of 250 megawatts. The award was made under the fourth round of the South African Government’s Renewable Energy … Continue reading Mainstream Renewable Power Awarded 250MW of Wind Energy Projects in South Africa Government Tender
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Boralex acquires interest in a wind farm in Ontario with Enercon wind turbines
Boralex announced the signature of a conditional buy/sell option for a 25% economic interest in the 230 MW Niagara Region Wind Farm project in which Enercon is the majority owner (the “Option”). The total investment planned for this major undertaking is between $900 million and $950 million and Boralex will immediately begin coordination of the project construction phase … Continue reading Boralex acquires interest in a wind farm in Ontario with Enercon wind turbines
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