Envision Energy, the world’s leading smart energy solution provider, today announced the appointment of John Childs as Head of Turbine Business Development in Europe Middle East & Africa. Mr. Childs will be based in its Global Innovation Center in Denmark to lead the company’s turbine business in the EMEA markets. “We had significant achievement … Continue reading Envision Smart wind turbines appoints John Childs
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SunEdison awarded 371 megawatts across five photovoltaic solar power projects in South Africa
SunEdison, Inc. (NYSE: SUNE), the world’s largest renewable energy development company, today announced it has been awarded an additional five solar photovoltaic projects in South Africa, totaling 371 megawatts (MW) DC. This award stems from the extended capacity announcement for the fourth bid round of the Renewable Energy IPP Procurement (REIPPP) Programme organized by South … Continue reading SunEdison awarded 371 megawatts across five photovoltaic solar power projects in South Africa
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K2 wind power project in Ontario starts operation
Following 18 months of construction, the K2 Wind Power Facility (“K2 Wind”) in Ontario reached commercial operation on May 29, 2015. One of Canada’s largest wind projects, the 270 megawatt (MW) facility is owned and operated by Capital Power Corporation (TSX: CPX) and Capital Power LP (collectively, “Capital Power”), Samsung Renewable Energy Inc. (“Samsung”), and … Continue reading K2 wind power project in Ontario starts operation
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Merkel: G-7 leaders call for ending fossil fuels use by end of century
That is a technical term for ending the use of oil, gas and coal and replacing them with alternative sources of energy such as wind energy and solar power. Angela Merkel says the Group of Seven wealthy democracies have agreed that the world should phase out the use of fossil fuels by the end … Continue reading Merkel: G-7 leaders call for ending fossil fuels use by end of century
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U.S. has 32 GW of large photovoltaic (PV) solar energy projects under development
There has been a noticeable increase in the number of photovoltaic (PV) projects in the United States aiming to be operational before the expiration of the 30% Federal energy investment tax credit (ITC) on 31 December, 2016. According to IHS, the leading global source of critical information and insight, over 32 gigawatts (GWs) of projects greater than … Continue reading U.S. has 32 GW of large photovoltaic (PV) solar energy projects under development
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Photovoltaic solar power launched in Jordan
A major solar power venture has got underway in Jordan’s southern governorate of Ma’an with investments totaling $170 million and targeted electricity output of 52.5 megawatts. Shams Ma’an Power Generation PSC, the company which will carry the project, launched the construction phase of the electricity generation venture which will use photovoltaic cells. The venture is … Continue reading Photovoltaic solar power launched in Jordan
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European Commission needs new controls to ensure EU meets 27% RES target by 2030
The European Commission needs new powers to ensure that Member States meet the EU’s 27% renewable energy pledge by 2030, according to a paper released by the European Wind Energy Association (EWEA). The European Commission needs new powers to ensure that Member States meet the EU’s 27% renewable energy pledge by 2030, according to a … Continue reading European Commission needs new controls to ensure EU meets 27% RES target by 2030
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Wind energy in Brazil: Gamesa inaugurated its expanded nacelle assembly factory in Camaçari
Today, Gamesa, a global technology leader in wind energy, officially inaugurated its expanded nacelle assembly factory in Camaçari, in the north-east of the state of Bahia, from which it will make all the 2.0 MW – 2.5 MW platform wind turbines earmarked for the Brazilian market. The facility’s inauguration ceremony was presided by the Governor … Continue reading Wind energy in Brazil: Gamesa inaugurated its expanded nacelle assembly factory in Camaçari
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Wind power in South Africa: Gestamp Wind has been awarded 102 MW wind farm
Gestamp Wind, the Wind division of Gestamp Renewables has been awarded with a 20 year PPA for Copperton wind farm, a 102 MW wind project located in the Northern Cape (South Africa). Copperton Wind Farm was submitted for Round 4 in August 2014, it has been selected Preferred Bibber under the REIPP Program (Renewable Energy … Continue reading Wind power in South Africa: Gestamp Wind has been awarded 102 MW wind farm
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Ten top trends for U.S. wind power
AWEA released its 2014 U.S. Wind Industry Annual Market Report, which showed the benefits of the 2014 rebound in wind energy. Here are 10 of the top trends in the industry: 1. WIND JOBS REGAINED: 2014 saw a rebound of the wind industry jobs that were lost due to PTC uncertainty in 2013 – … Continue reading Ten top trends for U.S. wind power
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India: Villagers prefer solar power
Solar power has come to the rescue of villagers of Pandikudi in Periyalur village panchayat near Aranthangi. Realising the uses and advantages of this non-conventional energy, they made a forceful plea with the district administration to repair and maintain a solar power operated street-light. During the course of inspection of solar lamps set up in … Continue reading India: Villagers prefer solar power
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Wind power could be cheaper than solar energy in meeting the Middle East
Wind power could be cheaper than solar energy in meeting the Middle East’s energy needs, says Siemens boss Joe Kaeser in wake of $9bn Egypt deal. “Wind is a very, very cheap source of energy in Egypt and also in Saudi Arabia and desert countries,” said Joe Kaeser, President and CEO of Siemens … Continue reading Wind power could be cheaper than solar energy in meeting the Middle East
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100% clean and renewable wind, water, and sunlight (WWS) all-sector energy roadmaps for the 50 United States
This study presents roadmaps for each of the 50 United States to convert their all-purpose energy systems (for electricity, transportation, heating/cooling, and industry) to ones powered entirely by wind, water, and sunlight (WWS). The plans contemplate 80-85% of existing energy replaced by 2030 and 100% replaced by 2050. Conversion would reduce each state’s end-use power … Continue reading 100% clean and renewable wind, water, and sunlight (WWS) all-sector energy roadmaps for the 50 United States
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Revolt against high gas prices, volatile foreign oil markets! Power your car with wind energy
If you’re one of about 1.7 million people being served by a certain Minnesota cooperative, you can now wind-power your car for free. And no, you don’t need any cartoon-like fan whirring atop your car roof to make it happen. This is real. All you need is a plug-in electric vehicle (EV) and an electrical … Continue reading Revolt against high gas prices, volatile foreign oil markets! Power your car with wind energy
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Alstom shows off its marine energies in Nantes
Ocean energy is a major growth area in renewable power, and we’re committed to developing it to the fullest. Alstom is the only company that offers proven products for both the tidal and offshore wind markets. Alstom once again took part in the Thetis exhibition, the young but growing exhibition showcasing marine energies, which … Continue reading Alstom shows off its marine energies in Nantes
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Hami: One of major wind energy bases in China
Workers install a wind turbine at the wind energy base of Hami in northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, June 5, 2015. Rich in renewable energy resources, Hami is one of the country’s major wind power bases. (Xinhua/Li Hua) Workers install a wind turbine at the wind energy base of Hami in northwest China’s … Continue reading Hami: One of major wind energy bases in China
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Wind power in Tamaulipas to increase renewable energy supply to Soriana
Mexican retailer Organización Soriana, along with the Mexican company GEMEX, announce the construction of two wind farms in Güemez, Tamaulipas, representing a total investment of more than US$130 million per project. The wind farms will be financed with loan funds from the North American Development Bank (NADB) and the Mexican commercial bank, BANORTE, as well … Continue reading Wind power in Tamaulipas to increase renewable energy supply to Soriana
Continue readingProposed clean power plan would accelerate renewable energy additions and coal plant retirements
EIA’s analysis of the Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed Clean Power Plan (CPP) shows that renewables play a critical role under a range of different market conditions and policy assumptions. The key difference across the various scenarios analyzed involves the timing and the extent that wind and solar electric generating capacity additions occur, as well as … Continue reading Proposed clean power plan would accelerate renewable energy additions and coal plant retirements
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Gamesa rewards an invention that enables automatic turbine rotor positioning
Gamesa, a global technology leader in wind energy, has celebrated the fifth edition of its Patents and Inventors Competition, which is designed to acknowledge its employees’ efforts to develop innovative new technology with the potential to set the company’s technology offering apart from that of its competitors. This year’s prize has gone to a rotor … Continue reading Gamesa rewards an invention that enables automatic turbine rotor positioning
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Wind energy in Ghana: Shenzhen power to build wind farm
Sunon Asogli, local subsidiary of Shenzhen Energy of China, says it is considering the development of a wind power generation project in Ghana. The project is part of the company’s future plans for the country which has been grappling with an energy crisis for the past three years. The Chairman of Sunon-Asogli, Shaw Lee, … Continue reading Wind energy in Ghana: Shenzhen power to build wind farm
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