At the end of 2019, Acciona had a portfolio of green power generation facilities of 10,117 megawatts (MW) installed, 56% in Spain and 44% in international markets. In addition, it presented a potential portfolio of new projects of more than 13,000 MW. With this investment in wind power and photovoltaic energy, Acciona will go from … Continue reading Acciona will invest 4,000 million in wind energy and solar in five years
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Repsol buys 860 MW Spanish wind energy portfolio from Forestalia
Repsol has closed the purchase of 860 MW in wind power projects from the green company Forestalia.The sale includes 26 non-subsidized wind energy projects that will be developed in Aragon between 2020-22, Forestalia said, although the firm did not disclose the financial details of the transaction.This new wind farm project with wind turbines, called Delta … Continue reading Repsol buys 860 MW Spanish wind energy portfolio from Forestalia
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The successful matrimony of hydrogen and offshore wind power
A consortium of Gasunie, Groningen Seaports and Shell The Netherlands announced their intention to launch the NortH2 project: the production of green hydrogen using renewable electricity generated by a mega offshore wind farm, 3 to 4 gigawatts in 2030, contributing to the objectives of the Dutch Climate Accord. In a company statement this week, Shell … Continue reading The successful matrimony of hydrogen and offshore wind power
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China Supcon Delingha 50 MW Concentrated Solar Power plant achieved record high performance in Feb. 2020
The monthly generation of China Supcon Delingha 50 WM Concentrating Solar Power tower plant reached record high at 17.1795 GWh in February 2020 (from Jan 26 to Feb 25), with the generation fulfillment rate of 102.9%. Supcon Delingha 50 MW Molten Salt Tower solar thermal project is one of the 1st batch of 20 demonstration … Continue reading China Supcon Delingha 50 MW Concentrated Solar Power plant achieved record high performance in Feb. 2020
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AES Gener announces 1,600 MW of solar and wind energy in Chile and Colombia
AES Gener announced an investment of US $ 1.8 billion in solar and wind power projects with wind turbines for 1,600 MW in Chile and Colombia. They will be financed with available cash, incorporation of partners in the projects and a capital increase of US $ 500 million, which will be submitted for approval at … Continue reading AES Gener announces 1,600 MW of solar and wind energy in Chile and Colombia
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New efficiency record for the innovative solar cells produced by 3SUN based on heterojunction technology
New record for Enel Green Power’s cutting-edge solar cells: 24.63% light conversion Our search for a more efficient solar panel has made significant progress. The heterojunction solar cells produced by Enel Green Power have broken the world record for efficiency, converting 24.63%. The results were certified by the ISFH, Germany’s Institute for Solar Energy Research … Continue reading New efficiency record for the innovative solar cells produced by 3SUN based on heterojunction technology
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Argentinean Wind Power Pioneer and long-term WWEA Board Member Erico Spinadel passed away
With sadness, WWEA has received the message from Argentina that Prof. Dr. Erico Spinadel has passed away earlier this week. Prof. Spinadel was one of the early pioneers of wind power in Argentina and internationally, and, since 1996, served the wind community of his country as founder and long-standing President of the Argentine Wind Energy … Continue reading Argentinean Wind Power Pioneer and long-term WWEA Board Member Erico Spinadel passed away
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More research & innovation funding needed to deliver climate-neutral Europe
On 27 February WindEurope attended a workshop organised by the Strategic Energy Technologies Plan (SET Plan). At the workshop representatives of national governments and various energy technology sectors gathered to discuss how to improve the understanding of Europe’s investments in energy research & innovation. The SET Plan is the research & innovation pillar of the … Continue reading More research & innovation funding needed to deliver climate-neutral Europe
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GWEC and JWPA launch joint Task Force to drive offshore wind energy growth in Japan
The Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) and the Japan Wind Power Association (JWPA) have launched a joint Japan Offshore Wind Task Force with key local and global industry players to accelerate Japan’s offshore wind market. As of December 2019, Japan has 65.6MW of offshore wind power, including five floating turbines totalling 19MW, with another 13GW … Continue reading GWEC and JWPA launch joint Task Force to drive offshore wind energy growth in Japan
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Wind power is now the top source of renewable electricity generation in the U.S.
Wind energy is now the top source of renewable electricity generation in the country according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, surpassing hydroelectric generation in 2019 for the first time in history. Annual wind generation totaled 300 million megawatt hours (MWh) in 2019, exceeding hydroelectric generation by 26 million MWh. “The past decade saw a … Continue reading Wind power is now the top source of renewable electricity generation in the U.S.
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Xcel Energy new wind farm in New Mexico
Xcel Energy has poured the first 66 foundations for what will be a 240 wind turbines in a wind farm in eastern New Mexico. Xcel Energy recently began construction on a $900 million wind farm southeast of Portales, New Mexico, the Santa Fe New Mexican reports. The 522-megawatt Sagamore Wind Power Project will be the … Continue reading Xcel Energy new wind farm in New Mexico
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How can Concentrated Solar Power contribute to the European Energy Transition?
On the 17th of March (Tue) afternoon, a workshop will be co-organised by SolarPACES and ESTELA on CSP’s contribution to the European energy transition. How can CSP contribute to the European Energy Transition? Schedule: 15:00 – 17:00 Presentations Climate change challenges and the role of CSP in mitigation in Europe and beyond (M. Blanco, Cyprus … Continue reading How can Concentrated Solar Power contribute to the European Energy Transition?
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Concentrated Solar Power investors return to Spain as market outlook brightens
New tariff legislation, proven plant performance and a growing need for storage is increasing investor confidence in Spanish Concentrated Solar Power ownership, investors told New Energy Update. Earlier this month, UK-based investment fund Cubico Sustainable Investments acquired the 50 MW Arenales Solar Thermal Plant in Seville, southern Spain, from the PanEuropean Infrastructure Fund. Online since … Continue reading Concentrated Solar Power investors return to Spain as market outlook brightens
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Wind energy in Aragon, Naturgy inaugurates the Fréscano wind farm
The wind power installation has created 160 jobs and will be able to produce 80 GWh of energy per year, the equivalent of the annual electricity consumption of more than 30,000 homes.The wind farm is made up of 7 state-of-the-art wind turbines and will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions by more than 63,000 tons per … Continue reading Wind energy in Aragon, Naturgy inaugurates the Fréscano wind farm
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Record investments of €8.16 billion take Iberdrola’s net profit to a record €3.4 billion in 2019
Investments grow 32% to €8.16 billion: with 44% of total going to networks and 41% to renewables. Capacity increased in all its markets, with 5,500 new MW installed in 2019 (five times the annual average capacity installed over the past few years). Iberdrola obtained a net profit of €3.4 billion in 2019, a record high … Continue reading Record investments of €8.16 billion take Iberdrola’s net profit to a record €3.4 billion in 2019
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MHI Vestas Offshore Wind inks wind turbines orders for Taiwan wind energy projects
MHI Vestas finalises contracts with Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) for Changfang and Xidao offshore wind farms. MHI Vestas and CIP have finalised commercial agreements for the Changfang and Xidao wind power projects in Taiwan with a combined capacity of 589 MW. The wind farm orders represent MHI Vestas’ first projects in Asia Pacific to reach … Continue reading MHI Vestas Offshore Wind inks wind turbines orders for Taiwan wind energy projects
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Wind energy in Mexico forecasts 1,200 MW in 2020
The wind power sector in Mexico expects to incorporate just over 1,200 megawatts with wind turbines during 2020, which will mean investments of between one thousand and one thousand 300 million dollars. Leopoldo Rodríguez, president of the Mexican Wind Energy Association (AMDEE), said the resources will go to the development of eleven projects, of which … Continue reading Wind energy in Mexico forecasts 1,200 MW in 2020
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Eight companies receive awards for leadership in wind energy operations and safety
The U.S wind power industry today recognized eight companies today for their innovation in the fields of operations and safety at AWEA’s O&M and Safety Conference in San Diego. The award winners include Acciona Energy USA Global, Apex Clean Energy, Duke Energy Renewables, EDF Renewables North America, JMS Wind Energy, Liberty Power, Shermco, and Third … Continue reading Eight companies receive awards for leadership in wind energy operations and safety
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The IEA expects that wind energy and solar power generation will grow 50% in the next 5 years
Global renewable energy capacity will increase by 50%, to more than 1,200 gigawatts (GW) between 2019 and 2024, led by photovoltaic solar energy, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). According to the report presented by Heymi Bahar, senior analyst of the renewable energy markets of the IEA, in an event organized by Enerclub, photovoltaic, … Continue reading The IEA expects that wind energy and solar power generation will grow 50% in the next 5 years
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GE Renewable Energy to deliver wind turbines for 300 MW wind farm in Gujarat, India
Selected by EDF Renewables / SITAC Group Joint Venture to provide 112 wind turbines for low wind speed conditions. Sitac Kabini wind farm will have a total installed capacity of 300 MW. Wind farm will produce enough green energy to meet annual electricity requirements for 1.3 million people in India. GE Renewable Energy has received … Continue reading GE Renewable Energy to deliver wind turbines for 300 MW wind farm in Gujarat, India
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