A new analysis by the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) shows how federal tax credit extensions are leading to new wind and solar projects that will create more than 220,000 jobs — and add nearly $23 billion to the U.S. economy in 2017. The report, titled Engine of Growth: The Extension of Renewable Energy Tax Credits … Continue reading NRDC report shows major job growth from wind energy and solar power tax credits
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Wind energy development a benefit for South Dakota
A recent My Voice titled, “Xcel Energy industrial wind zone is bad for SD citizens,” missed the mark on the economic opportunities that wind development can provide to eastern South Dakota. The column fails to recognize the very real benefits that additional wind energy development, including the recent proposal from Xcel Energy, will produce for … Continue reading Wind energy development a benefit for South Dakota
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GE wind turbines selected for 250 MW Texas wind power project
Lincoln Clean Energy (LCE), a portfolio company of I Squared Capital, announced today the financing of its Willow Springs project, a 250 megawatt wind farm in Haskell County, Texas. GE Renewable Energy (NYSE: GE) will supply the project with 100 of its 2.5-116 wind turbines. Upon entering commercial operations, the wind farm will be supported … Continue reading GE wind turbines selected for 250 MW Texas wind power project
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Enel starts construction of Don José solar power plant in Mexico
Enel, through its Mexican renewable energy subsidiary Enel Green Power México (EGPM), has begun construction of Don José solar photovoltaic (PV) plant, which is located in San Luis de la Paz, in the country’s North-Central state of Guanajuato. Don José’s construction works were inaugurated during an event attended by the Guanajuato State Governor Miguel Márquez … Continue reading Enel starts construction of Don José solar power plant in Mexico
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Renewable energy for Philippines
Renewable energy sector policy making and institutional evolution can support maintaining Philippines’ development momentum and allow it to achieve energy independence, according to a new report released by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). Renewables Readiness Assessment: Philippines identifies issues that the country needs to resolve to unlock the full potential of its renewable energy … Continue reading Renewable energy for Philippines
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Ecosse Subsea Systems awarded a seabed clearance project on Beatrice wind farm
Ecosse Subsea Systems (ESS) has been awarded a seabed clearance project on the £2.6bn Beatrice Offshore Windfarm Ltd (BOWL) in the Outer Moray Firth. The subsea technology company will conduct boulder clearing operations in 50 metre water depth, deploying its SCAR2 Seabed System from the Siem Ruby vessel on behalf of client Siem Offshore Contractors. … Continue reading Ecosse Subsea Systems awarded a seabed clearance project on Beatrice wind farm
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Wind power offers new opportunities in West Texas
The second time Scott Creech got laid off from a manufacturing job, something had to change. He had kids in high school and a family to take care of, and his previous line of work just wasn’t cutting it anymore. “That industry just kept dying for 20 years,” Scott said. “I was chasing jobs around.” … Continue reading Wind power offers new opportunities in West Texas
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Kansas wind energy developers optimistic
Wind energy officials said the push for more wind farms in Kansas won’t slow down despite the biggest wind energy buyer halting for now. Various local, state and corporate officials, as well as local landowners will gather Wednesday in Kingman County to dedicate the Kingman and Ninnescah wind farms, the Wichita Eagle (http://bit.ly/2nAr09O ) reported. … Continue reading Kansas wind energy developers optimistic
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Statkraft transfers Sheringham Shoal Offshore Wind Farm operatorship to Statoil
Statkraft continues to hold a 40% share in Sheringham Shoal, together with partners Statoil and Green Investment Bank, through the company Scira Offshore Energy Limited. In addition Statkraft holds the power purchase agreement for the project which extends until November 2029. The transfer of the operator role at Sheringham Shoal supports Statkraft’s strategy to evaluate … Continue reading Statkraft transfers Sheringham Shoal Offshore Wind Farm operatorship to Statoil
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Smart innovation increases operational efficiencies on German offshore wind farm
The first use of a new offshore innovation by Ampelmann and Siem Offshore Contractors delivered major operational efficiencies on Germany’s first commercial offshore windfarm. Ampelmann’s E1000 motion compensated access system, with a gangway which transforms into a crane boom, performed over 12,000 people transfers and 7,000 cargo transfers safely between an offshore support vessel and … Continue reading Smart innovation increases operational efficiencies on German offshore wind farm
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Moventas wins major Iberdrola service tender in Europe
Moventas has been chosen as one of the selected suppliers for wind turbine gearbox repairs and supply in Europe by Iberdrola, a leading clean energy utility. The deal includes multibrand gearboxes in kW and MW class for the next 3 years. With the tender Iberdrola recognizes certified service partners for Iberdrola wind turbine fleet in … Continue reading Moventas wins major Iberdrola service tender in Europe
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Enel begins operation in USA of its largest wind farm
The 400 MW Cimarron Bend wind farm can generate around 1.8 TWh annually Construction of the project required an overall investment of about 610 million US dollars The power and renewable energy credits from Cimarron Bend are being sold under two separate PPAs to Google and to the Kansas City Board of Public Utilities Cimarron … Continue reading Enel begins operation in USA of its largest wind farm
Continue readingInfigen to begin construction of Bodangora wind farm in Australia
Infigen Energy announced that it has reached the financial close to start the construction of the 113.2MW Bodangora wind farm in New South Wales, Australia. Before reaching the financial close, the Australian renewable energy company acquired a 50% stake in the project to gain 100% ownership in the new wind farm. Infigen will handle equity … Continue reading Infigen to begin construction of Bodangora wind farm in Australia
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7-Eleven to Power Stores With Wind Energy
7-Eleven Inc. has signed an agreement with TXU Energy to purchase 100-percent Texas wind energy for all its Texas convenience stores located in competitive energy markets. Starting June 1, 2018, the 8-year wind energy agreement will impact 425 stores and is expected to reduce the c-store operator’s footprint by 6.7 percent while providing significant operating … Continue reading 7-Eleven to Power Stores With Wind Energy
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Top 10 global wind turbine OEM rankings: Vestas, GE, Goldwind, Gamesa, Siemens, Enercon, Nordex, United Power, Mingyang and Envision
Wind energy consultancy MAKE reports that Vestas has won the top position in its top 15 global rankings, according to MAKE’s Global Wind Turbine OEM 2016 Market Share analysis. The pure-play turbine OEM added 8.7 GW across 36 markets in 2016, beating runner-up GE by nearly 3 percentage points, the largest differential between the top two spots … Continue reading Top 10 global wind turbine OEM rankings: Vestas, GE, Goldwind, Gamesa, Siemens, Enercon, Nordex, United Power, Mingyang and Envision
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Wind-powered Slurpees come to Texas
7-Eleven is the latest company choosing to power more of its operations using wind energy. The company recently announced an agreement with TXU Energy to power all of its Texas stores with wind. “This agreement is beneficial for 7-Eleven on several fronts,” said Ben Tison, 7-Eleven’s senior vice president of development. “Wind energy is a … Continue reading Wind-powered Slurpees come to Texas
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The merger of Gamesa and Siemens Wind Power becomes effective
The merger between Gamesa and Siemens Wind Power becomes effective today, after the registration of the combined company in the Mercantile Registry of Biscay, in Spain. This was the last step required to close the transaction announced in June 2016, after fulfillment of all the conditions precedent and other closing actions. This transaction creates a … Continue reading The merger of Gamesa and Siemens Wind Power becomes effective
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India adds 5,400 MW wind power capacity in 2016
The Ministry of Power and Renewable Energy has claimed to have added over 5,400 MW of wind energy generation capacity during 2016-17, bettering its target of 4,000 MW. A ministry statement claimed that, “The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has set a record in wind power generation capacity by adding over 5,400 MW … Continue reading India adds 5,400 MW wind power capacity in 2016
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WindEurope advocates European offshore wind developments at Marine Energy Conference in Le Havre
In the run up to the presidential elections, the marine energy industry gathered in Le Havre for the Seanergy trade fare and a policy conference on 22 March. The gathering, which featured senior industry representatives, the President of the Normandy region and the French Director General for Energy and Climate, was hosted by WindEurope member … Continue reading WindEurope advocates European offshore wind developments at Marine Energy Conference in Le Havre
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11 experiences you don’t want to miss at WINDPOWER 2017
It’s almost here– WINDPOWER 2017 is less than two months away! Over the next few weeks we’ll start teasing out some highlights you can look forward to at this year’s event. We’re sure you won’t want to miss it! Here’s a glimpse at a few things we have in store. WINDPOWER 2017 Golf Open – … Continue reading 11 experiences you don’t want to miss at WINDPOWER 2017
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