The Ministry of the Environment and Spatial Planning is working on national zoning plans for eight wind farms as part of efforts to increase the share of energy produced from renewable sources, in line with Slovenia’s energy policy and climate goals. Despite its considerable wind power potential, Slovenia currently has only two wind turbines. However, … Continue reading Wind energy in Slovenia, plans for eight wind farms
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The first 100 GW of wind energy and what it brought to America
U.S. wind power has just achieved a major milestone: 100 gigawatts (GW) of installed capacity. American innovation, a pioneering spirit, and the hard work of the country’s 114,000 wind workers made this progress possible. Let’s take a moment to reflect on how we got here, and what this has meant for the country. The American … Continue reading The first 100 GW of wind energy and what it brought to America
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US wind power reaches milestone 100 gigawatts, 46 gigawatts more on the way
Additional key findings of the US wind energy industry third quarter 2019 report include: Strongest third quarter for wind farm installations on record with 1,927 MW newly online; Near-term wind advanced development pipeline reaches record 46.5 GW; Nearly 6,000 MW of offshore wind turbines projects in advanced development. There are now more than 100 gigawatts … Continue reading US wind power reaches milestone 100 gigawatts, 46 gigawatts more on the way
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GWEC and regional partners to accelerate wind energy growth in South East Asia
GWEC signs three MOUs with Sustainable Energy Association of Singapore (SEAS), Binh Thuan Wind Energy Association (BWEA) and Thai Wind Energy Association (ThaiWEA) to accelerate the growth of wind energy in South East Asia, with a focus on Vietnam and Thailand Partnerships to strengthen the deployment of wind energy by engaging all relevant stakeholders in … Continue reading GWEC and regional partners to accelerate wind energy growth in South East Asia
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2nd International Workshop on Small and Medium Wind Energy at Nordic Folkecenter
Declaration from the 2nd International Conference/Workshop on Small and Medium Wind Energy at Nordic Folkecenter in Denmark, 7-10 October 2019 Small and medium wind has a future. Several manufacturers have already reached mass production, often with products that are properly tested, certified and proven in operation. There is demand for the products, presently especially on … Continue reading 2nd International Workshop on Small and Medium Wind Energy at Nordic Folkecenter
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Wind energy in Spain, EGP connects Sierra Costera I wind farm
Sierra Costera I is the first wind power facility to enter into service out of those awarded to Enel Green Power following the Spanish government’s third renewable energy auction held in May 2017. Enel Green Power has connected to the grid its Sierra Costera I wind farm, which has a capacity of around 50 MW … Continue reading Wind energy in Spain, EGP connects Sierra Costera I wind farm
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ABB wins contract to connect world’s largest offshore wind farm
ABB has been selected by energy companies SSE Renewables of the UK and Equinor of Norway to supply its HVDC converter systems to connect wind power farms to the UK transmission network. ABB has won a big contract to connect the world’s largest offshore wind farm to Britain’s electricity grid, the Swiss engineering company said … Continue reading ABB wins contract to connect world’s largest offshore wind farm
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Mayflower to deliver Massachusetts offshore wind farm
Massachusetts has chosen Mayflower Wind to develop an 804 MW offshore wind farm, following bid submissions filed in August. The project, located more than 20 miles south of Nantucket, is expected to start operations in 2025, according to the developer. Having presented the state with several bid options for the project with progressive levels of … Continue reading Mayflower to deliver Massachusetts offshore wind farm
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Clean Energy Options for Global Shipping Industry
Shipping is a major contributor to global carbon emissions. The sector today is responsible for 3 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions and 9 per cent of transport related emissions and this figure will rise significantly as trade volumes increase. If no mitigation action is taken, maritime emissions could grow between 50 and 250 … Continue reading Clean Energy Options for Global Shipping Industry
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Siemens Gamesa will supply the wind turbines for the world’s largest wind energy project
Giant step in floating offshore wind power: Siemens Gamesa will supply the wind turbines for the world’s largest wind farm, the first to supply wind energy to oil rigs. The Hywind Tampen floating marine wind farm, located in Norway, will be the largest in the world, with a total capacity of 88 MW and equipped … Continue reading Siemens Gamesa will supply the wind turbines for the world’s largest wind energy project
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Albacete is the province with the most wind energy generation in Spain
Albacete was in 2018 the Spanish province that produced the most electricity thanks to wind turbines, according to data from Red Eléctrica de España (REE). With almost 4.5 TWh generated with the 1,995 MW of wind power installed, Albacete revalidated the title of the most wind farm generating province in 2018 ahead of Burgos (4.2 … Continue reading Albacete is the province with the most wind energy generation in Spain
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Novasec to Raise €80 Million for Spain’s Largest Onshore Wind Farm
Novasec to Raise €80 Million for Spain’s Largest Onshore Wind Farm Novasec partners with Enlight Renewable Energy on Gecama, a 312-megawatt wind farm project, by offering qualified investors access to this attractive investment through a private placement on its end-to-end platform. Novasec Ltd. is pleased to announce that it has secured the exclusive rights to … Continue reading Novasec to Raise €80 Million for Spain’s Largest Onshore Wind Farm
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Work in the wind power sector: The Accademia del Vento’s first courses have started in Rome
Enel Green Power is a supporter of the first year of the “Accademia del Vento”, which opened its doors on Monday, October 14th at the ELIS center in Rome. Fifteen students are training to become certified wind farm maintenance professionals. Wind power has and will continue to play a central role in the energy transition. … Continue reading Work in the wind power sector: The Accademia del Vento’s first courses have started in Rome
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Siemens Gamesa pioneers the green foreign exchange hedging market
This?operation?will help mitigate the FX exposure of selling offshore wind turbines in Taiwan?and contributes to?the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy (SGRE) has arranged?sustainable FX?hedging?contracts, totalling €174 million in a landmark operation coordinated with BNP Paribas. It represents another significant step in the company’s commitment to sustainable development across all of its activities. … Continue reading Siemens Gamesa pioneers the green foreign exchange hedging market
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Wind energy in Serbia: 14 wind farms to be opened by 2028
The Energy Agency of the Republic of Serbia (AERS) has approved the Transmission System Development Plan for the period from 2019 to 2028 and the Transmission System Investment Plan for the period from 2019 to 2021. The plans were adopted by state-owned company Elektromreža Srbije (EMS), Serbia’s transmission system operator (TSO). In the 2019-2028 Development … Continue reading Wind energy in Serbia: 14 wind farms to be opened by 2028
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Wind power in Aragon: Enel Green Power wind farm
The new wind power plant, located in the Turolenses towns of Mezquita de Jarque, Fuentes Calientes, Cañada Vellida and Rillo, has a capacity of 50 MW, will be able to generate 141 GWh / year and has meant an investment of 45 million euros.Sierra Costera I is the first wind project, awarded to Enel Green … Continue reading Wind power in Aragon: Enel Green Power wind farm
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Closing the loop between Energy and Transport
Electric vehicles can be a game-changer for renewable power like wind energy and solar power and offer ideal opportunities for the broader introduction of renewables to the transport sector. Electric vehicles (EVs) create new demand for electricity that can be supplied by renewables. In addition to benefits like reducing CO2 emissions and air pollution, electric mobility … Continue reading Closing the loop between Energy and Transport
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Ørsted presents update on its long-term financial targets
Ørsted presented a number of long-term financial targets. These targets are based on estimates of capital and operational expenses, production forecasts, outcome of offshore auctions, expected long term power prices, interest rates and other factors that are all inherently dynamic and subject to uncertainty. Given the combined impact of an adjustment of our offshore wind … Continue reading Ørsted presents update on its long-term financial targets
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Nordex aims to empower women in Turkey’s wind energy
Nordex Enerji A.?., in partnership with the Turkish Women in Renewable and Energy Network, organized a three-day wind energy training for young women. German wind turbine manufacturer Nordex’s Turkey branch, Nordex Enerji A.?., in partnership with Turkish Women in Renewable and Energy Network (TWRE), aims to enhance Turkish young women’s participation in the wind energy … Continue reading Nordex aims to empower women in Turkey’s wind energy
Continue readingTaiwanese 376 MW Formosa 2 offshore wind energy project set for launch
Siemens Gamesa will install 47 SG 8.0-167 DD offshore wind turbines. The launch of the 376 MW Formosa 2 offshore wind farm project in Taiwan took a step closer to construction following the firm order from partners Macquarie’s Green Investment Group and Swancor Renewable Energy. The project, located in Miaoli county, will consist of 47 … Continue reading Taiwanese 376 MW Formosa 2 offshore wind energy project set for launch
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