Owls are known for their near-silent flight, which allows them to swoop down on prey unheard. Wind turbines, on the other hand, are often accused of being too noisy. A team of British and American scientists is currently addressing the one situation with the other, by copying the structure of owl feathers to make turbine … Continue reading How Owls Could Help Make Wind Turbines Planes Quieter
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Businesses are buying wind power because it makes financial sense
In a trend that started nearly two years ago, businesses of all stripes continue to power more of their operations using wind energy. From tech companies to automakers, there has been demand for wind from customers across the board. And this month has brought more prominent examples. Demand for wind continues Earlier this week, Microsoft … Continue reading Businesses are buying wind power because it makes financial sense
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EDF RE, Otter sign agreement for Merricourt wind farm
EDF Renewable Energy and Otter Tail Power Company today announced the signing of an Asset Purchase Agreement by which EDF RE will construct the 150 megawatt (MW) Merricourt Wind Project. Upon completion, the wind project will be turned over to Otter Tail Power Company. The transaction closing is subject to conditions precedent. Merricourt Wind Project, … Continue reading EDF RE, Otter sign agreement for Merricourt wind farm
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Mott MacDonald provides technical advisory for Gori wind farm
Georgia is developing its first full-scale wind farm, producing around 20.7MW. Mott MacDonald is the lenders’ technical advisor for the $34 million project and will continue to play an advisory role now that the project has come to a financial close. Georgia is located at crossroads of Western Asia and Eastern Europe. The country of … Continue reading Mott MacDonald provides technical advisory for Gori wind farm
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Wind energy in India: lnox Wind turbines for a wind farm
lnox Wind Limited, one of India’s leading wind energy solutions providers, has bagged a repeat order for a 40 MW wind power project to be deployed in the state of Gujarat from Roha Dyechem Private Limited. Established in 1972, Roha Dyechem Private Limited (RDPL) is one of the fastest growing manufacturers of natural and synthetic … Continue reading Wind energy in India: lnox Wind turbines for a wind farm
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AWEA congratulates Gardner as newly elected NRSC Chair
The American Wind Energy Association’s (AWEA) CEO Tom Kiernan and Board Chair Chris Brown congratulated Colorado Senator Cory Gardner today on his election as the new Chairman of the National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC). “We proudly congratulate wind energy champion Senator Cory Gardner on his election as the next Chairman of the National Republican Senatorial … Continue reading AWEA congratulates Gardner as newly elected NRSC Chair
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GM makes its largest wind energy purchase
General Motors has made its largest renewable energy procurement to date, purchasing enough wind power to equal the electricity needs of 16 of its U.S. facilities, including business offices in Fort Worth and Austin, Texas, a major assembly and stamping complex in Arlington, Texas, and 13 parts warehouses east of the Mississippi River. GM will … Continue reading GM makes its largest wind energy purchase
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EDF Energies Nouvelles awardee of the call for projects “pilot floating wind farms’’ of the ADEME
The French government announced that day that the Provence Grand Large project, led by EDF Energies Nouvelles, won the call for projects ‘’floating wind farms’’ initiated by the ADEME in August 2015. Located on the Faraman area off Marseille, the Provence Grand Large project led by EDF Energies Nouvelles, will be undertaken in partnership … Continue reading EDF Energies Nouvelles awardee of the call for projects “pilot floating wind farms’’ of the ADEME
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DONG Energy sets wind energy sights on Taiwan
DONG Energy said it opened a new office in the Asia-Pacific with ambitions to build new wind farms off the coast of Taiwan. “Building on our 25 years of experience with offshore wind, I believe we can help Taiwan make the most of its tremendous offshore wind resources,” Matthias Bausenwein, DONG’s regional general manager, said. … Continue reading DONG Energy sets wind energy sights on Taiwan
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Senvion confirms annual guidance of EUR 2.25-2.3bn revenues in 2016
Senvion, a leading global manufacturer of wind turbines, has increased its revenues to EUR 584m in the third quarter 2016, up 15.6 percent compared to the previous quarter. With adjusted EBITDA growing to EUR 60m, Senvion further improved its profitability and posted an adjusted EBITDA margin of 10.3 percent. The EBITDA margin for the 9 … Continue reading Senvion confirms annual guidance of EUR 2.25-2.3bn revenues in 2016
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Senvion appointed preferred supplier for 300 megawatts of wind power in Australia
Senvion, a leading global manufacturer of wind turbines, has been selected by Nexif Energy as preferred supplier of the EPC contracts and maintenance agreements for the 25-turbine Glen Innes Wind Farm in New South Wales and the 59-turbine Lincoln Gap Wind Farm in South Australia. Combined, these projects will deliver over 300 megawatts (MW) of … Continue reading Senvion appointed preferred supplier for 300 megawatts of wind power in Australia
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WindEurope CEO underscores need for strong governance on EU’s 2030 package
When diplomats arrived in Marrakech for the next round of UN climate talks, they knew the conference would get off to a good start. Only a few days before the opening ceremony of COP22, the Paris Agreement formally entered into force. It gave diplomats renewed impetus as they began critical discussions on how to implement … Continue reading WindEurope CEO underscores need for strong governance on EU’s 2030 package
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Nordex first N117/3600 to start operation in November
Just a short time after the market launch of the N117/3600, in September 2016 the Nordex Group received the first order from WIND-consult Measuring Company for a project with the new turbine for IEC-2 sites. In November the first N117/3600 is to start operation in Bargeshagen, near Rostock. With a wind speed of 7.1 … Continue reading Nordex first N117/3600 to start operation in November
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IFC supports concentrated solar power (CSP) in Morocco
IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, has agreed to a $20 million equity investment in ACWA Power Ouarzazate, which has developed the 160 MW NOORo 1 concentrated solar power (“CSP”) parabolic trough plant with three-hour storage near Ouarzazate, Morocco. IFC’s investment will help support the development of Morocco’s solar power industry, part of … Continue reading IFC supports concentrated solar power (CSP) in Morocco
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Gamesa will install 18 of its G132-5.0 MW wind turbines (90 MW) at a wind power plant
Gamesa has achieved a fresh milestone in its sales and product strategy, having received the first order for the new G132-5.0 MW1, the company’s largest turbine. The agreement reached with the renewable energy subsidiary of Sinohydro, one of China’s largest manufacturing groups, also constitutes the début order for the supply of turbines from the … Continue reading Gamesa will install 18 of its G132-5.0 MW wind turbines (90 MW) at a wind power plant
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India to award 1 GW wind energy
India is expected to compete a landmark renewable energy auction by late next month in its endeavour to increase competition and reduce generation costs in the wind energy sector. Officials of the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy have stated that the first-ever wind energy auction in India will be competed by next month. The … Continue reading India to award 1 GW wind energy
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Goldwind announces new GW3S smart wind turbine
Xinjiang Goldwind Science & Technology Co., Ltd, (Goldwind) (SZSE: 002202) (HK: 2208), announced today the release of its all-new 3-megawatt smart wind turbine platform, the GW3S. The GW3S turbine platform features Scalable capacity, Smart turbine controls and a Structured design. The platform design maintains Goldwind’s leading Permanent Magnet Direct Drive (PMDD) turbine technology and incorporates … Continue reading Goldwind announces new GW3S smart wind turbine
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The concrete benefits of wind power for farmers
We often talk about how wind energy is a drought-proof cash crop for farmers and ranchers, providing steady income they can count on when the rains don’t fall or the fields don’t produce as expected. And that income is sizeable– landowners were paid $222 million in lease payments in 2015 alone. That’s why some observers … Continue reading The concrete benefits of wind power for farmers
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ESB and Coillte reach financial deal on Cork wind farm
Located in the Ballyhoura Mountains in Co Cork, the 33.1 MW Castlepook Wind Farm will generate enough power for approximately 17,000 households annually. For Coillte it is the fourth wind farm project in the last 12 months, involving a total investment value of €400 million. Chief Executive Fergal Leamy said the business is well on … Continue reading ESB and Coillte reach financial deal on Cork wind farm
Continue readingSenvion confirms annual guidance of EUR 2.25-2.3bn revenues in 2016
Senvion, a leading global manufacturer of wind turbines, has increased its revenues to EUR 584m in the third quarter 2016, up 15.6 percent compared to the previous quarter. With adjusted EBITDA growing to EUR 60m, Senvion further improved its profitability and posted an adjusted EBITDA margin of 10.3 percent. The EBITDA margin for the 9 … Continue reading Senvion confirms annual guidance of EUR 2.25-2.3bn revenues in 2016
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