It was said early and often during Tuesday’s opening ceremony: we need our version of a clean energy moon shot to ensure a prosperous world for future generations. America has a track record of successfully meeting these undertakings head on. RES Americas held a reception on Tuesday night in a World War II museum, where … Continue reading Technological breakthroughs are driving wind energy’s progress
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Lithuania green-lights wind farm development in Baltic Sea
The Lithuanian government is initiating the construction of wind power plants in the Baltic Sea, with projects to be implemented following the examples of Denmark and Germany. The Cabinet endorsed on May 25th amendments to the Law on Energy from Renewable Sources and will send them to the Seimas for approval. According to Prime … Continue reading Lithuania green-lights wind farm development in Baltic Sea
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Wind energy in Laos: Vestas wind turbines for a wind farm
Impact Electrons Siam Co Ltd (IES) has selected Danish-based wind turbine manufacturer Vestas as preferred technology/EPC partner to develop a 600 MW wind energy project in southern Laos. The project, which can be completed in 2020, is set to become the largest wind farm in Asean. The signing ceremony of the memorandum of understanding is … Continue reading Wind energy in Laos: Vestas wind turbines for a wind farm
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Acciona presents wind farm tours in the biggest wind power fair in North America
Windfarm Experience recreates a visit to a wind farm on the company’s stand in AWEA 2016, which is being held in New Orleans (USA) until May 26th Visitors can climb to the top of a wind turbine and interact with the machine’s components, as well as taking a stroll on the outside of the nacelle … Continue reading Acciona presents wind farm tours in the biggest wind power fair in North America
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Google recognized for outstanding contributions to wind energy
We’re pleased to recognize Google for its outstanding leadership among an innovative cohort of major brands and tech companies who are already on the leading edge of renewable energy procurement. Google is the 2016 Outstanding Contributions to Wind Energy recipient, and its leadership is helping open the market for new wind development and access to … Continue reading Google recognized for outstanding contributions to wind energy
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WINDPOWER 2016: American wind power is ready to leap forward.
If there was a prevailing feeling during the first day of WINDPOWER 2016, it was a sense of optimism. There are a number of reasons for this renewed hope, starting with December’s five-year extension of the Production Tax Credit. With some of the strongest policy certainty U.S. wind has ever known, for the first time … Continue reading WINDPOWER 2016: American wind power is ready to leap forward.
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First-ever look at social media in the wind power industry
Tigercomm is releasing the first-ever study of social media use by major wind companies, showing a nearly 63 percent usage rate of the major social media channels by 14 top wind companies. But with the industry’s rapid growth comes an opportunity for wind companies to use social media strategies to drive sales and secure public … Continue reading First-ever look at social media in the wind power industry
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Wind’s clean air benefits
Our product is on sale for two-thirds off, and America is just waking up to that fact. I say this because just in the past six years, our industry has succeeded in cutting the cost of wind-generated electricity in America by 66 percent. Today, incoming AWEA Chairman Chris Brown, President of Vestas Americas, told us … Continue reading Wind’s clean air benefits
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Renewable Energy Employs 8.1 Million People Worldwide
More than 8.1 million people worldwide are now employed by the renewable energy industry – a five percent increase from last year – according to a report released today by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) at its 11th Council meeting. The report, Renewable Energy and Jobs – Annual Review 2016, also provides a global … Continue reading Renewable Energy Employs 8.1 Million People Worldwide
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NextEra Energy receives Outstanding Commercial Achievement Award
We’re pleased to announce that NextEra Energy Resources is the recipient of this year’s Outstanding Commercial Achievement Award. Each year, this honor is given to a company or individual that is responsible for significant improvements or advancements that benefit the entire U.S. wind energy industry. It recognizes outstanding achievements that may drive demand; introduce game-changing … Continue reading NextEra Energy receives Outstanding Commercial Achievement Award
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WINDPOWER 2016 opens with high hopes
WINDPOWER 2016 kicked off today with high hopes and strong optimism, as a host of industry leaders highlighted U.S. wind’s successes over the past year and great future potential. Here are a few of the early morning highlights: “Sustainability is the next chapter in human progress… The right side of history is a world with … Continue reading WINDPOWER 2016 opens with high hopes
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Onward to good years for American wind power
Welcome to New Orleans, and to some very good years to be in American wind power. With jobs up 20 percent in a year, there are now more people working in our industry than seats in the Superdome. American workers, including hundreds here in Louisiana, are transforming the energy sector with our lowest-cost power ever. … Continue reading Onward to good years for American wind power
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Mainstream CEO Eddie O’Connor appointed as Global Wind Energy Council Global Ambassador
Mainstream Renewable Power, the global renewable energy developer, is proud to announce that its CEO, Eddie O’Connor has been appointed as the Global Wind Energy Council’s (GWEC) new Global Ambassador. In his new role, Dr. O’Connor will work with GWEC to ensure that the wind sector’s distinctive voice is heard, and that … Continue reading Mainstream CEO Eddie O’Connor appointed as Global Wind Energy Council Global Ambassador
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GE’s North American Studies Show No Hard Limit to Renewables on a Grid System
As energy demand continues to increase across the globe, many countries and utilities are exploring ways to meet the need for reliable, efficient and affordable electricity while also implementing more renewable generation into their fuel mix. GE’s Energy Consulting group (NYSE: GE) has performed numerous studies on renewable integration, and today it launched a new … Continue reading GE’s North American Studies Show No Hard Limit to Renewables on a Grid System
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Siemens to supply wind turbines for Beatrice offshore wind power project
Siemens has received a further order for an offshore wind power plant from Scotland. The company is to supply, install and commission 84 wind turbines, each with a 154-meter rotor diameter designed to generate 7 megawatts (MW) of power, for the “Beatrice” project. Furthermore the scope of supply comprises the offshore grid connection to the … Continue reading Siemens to supply wind turbines for Beatrice offshore wind power project
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General Electric signs agreement to develop wind energy in Vietnam
Vietnam’s trade ministry and General Electric on Monday signed an agreement to develop 1,000 megawatts of wind-power capacity for Vietnam by 2025. The memorandum of understanding was signed in the presence of Vietnamese President Tran Dai Quang and US President Barack Obama during the latter’s state visit to Vietnam. As part of the agreement, GE … Continue reading General Electric signs agreement to develop wind energy in Vietnam
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Senvion announces its highest yield turbine for North America
Senvion, a leading global manufacturer of wind turbines, is launching its highest onshore yield turbine for the North American market. The Senvion 3.4M140 is equipped with a high-efficient and sound-optimized blade profile, managed by a new pitch control system to reduce turbine load. The Senvion 3.4M140 will be available from 2018 in hub heights of … Continue reading Senvion announces its highest yield turbine for North America
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Nordex SE with improved profitability and earnings
Underpinned by a significant increase in production and installation figures, Nordex SE (ISIN: DE000A0D6554) entered 2016 with strong top-line growth. Sales rose by 28.3% to EUR 637.0 million (Q1 2015: EUR 496.5 million). However, the other financial performance indicators rose substantially morequickly. Thanks to a gross margin of 25.1% (Q1 2015: 22.0%), profitabilitymeasured in terms … Continue reading Nordex SE with improved profitability and earnings
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Countdown to #GenerationWind
After months of planning and anticipation, WINDPOWER 2016 is just days away, starting on Monday, May 23. And using #GenerationWind on Twitter and other social media is one of the best ways you can join the conversation. Whether you’re at the conference, or admiring from far away, you can stay plugged into everything that’s … Continue reading Countdown to #GenerationWind
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5 facts about the Collegiate Wind Competition
Wind energy is booming in the United States. There’s now more than 73,000 megawatts of installed wind capacity, enough to power 20 million homes for a year! And it’s just the beginning. In one scenario outlined in the Energy Department’s Wind Vision Report, wind could supply 35 percent of the nation’s electricity by 2050 and … Continue reading 5 facts about the Collegiate Wind Competition
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