Offshore wind energy to eliminate 825 million metric tonnes of CO2 and become ‘a major source of the entire U.S electricity supply by 2030’. The U.S. could generate 20% of its electricity from wind within 10 years, according to research from Cornell University. Called the “20% Wind Scenario,” as outlined by the U.S. Department of … Continue reading Wind power could generate 20% of US electricity within a decade
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Wind energy in Honduras, Cerro de Hula Wind Farm
The Cerro de Hula wind farm is one of the wind energy projects that contributes to the production of electricity nationwide (126MW) and that directly benefits Tegucigalpa and the communities of Santa Ana and San Buenaventura. Energy is one of the main assets in the economy of every country as it is a resource that … Continue reading Wind energy in Honduras, Cerro de Hula Wind Farm
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Impact of COVID-19 on China’s wind energy industry
This update has been jointly prepared by the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) and the Chinese Wind Energy Association (CWEA) based on consultation with their industry members and their own market intelligence. As China is the world leader in new onshore and offshore wind power installations, there have been rising concerns in over the impact … Continue reading Impact of COVID-19 on China’s wind energy industry
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Innovative mirrors key to next generation Concentrated Solar Power system
Great Falls, VA, USA 247Solar Inc., developer of the breakthrough 247Solar Plant, announced that it has signed a supply agreement with Chinese engineering and manufacturing firm CASEN Investment Co. (formerly DK Solar) to provide their heliostats (solar mirrors) and associated control systems for its first operational demonstration plant, under construction in Ouarzazate, Morocco. The Plant … Continue reading Innovative mirrors key to next generation Concentrated Solar Power system
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Wind energy in Djibouti, Siemens Gamesa wind turbines for 59 MW wind farm
The 59 MW wind farm built by Siemens Gamesa will almost double the country’s current installed power generation capacity; wind power project will help reduce the cost of electricity, increase energy independence and decrease the country’s CO2 emissions; first Siemens Gamesa wind power project with the participation of an African investor. Energy access rates and … Continue reading Wind energy in Djibouti, Siemens Gamesa wind turbines for 59 MW wind farm
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Wind energy exceeds 25,700 MW installed in Spain
Spain leads the ranking of EU countries in onshore wind farm installation. Spain has increased wind power by 2,243 MW in 2019, multiplying by five the installed wind turbines capacity compared to the previous year, adding a total of 25,704 MW of wind power installed with wind turbines. Wind energy has produced 20.8% of the … Continue reading Wind energy exceeds 25,700 MW installed in Spain
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Northland Power acquires offshore wind power projects in South Korea
Northland Power will acquire Dado Ocean Wind Farm, a development company with offshore wind farm development sites in South Korea. Northland Power has announced the signing of an agreement to acquire Dado Ocean Wind Farm, a development company with multiple early-stage offshore wind development sites near Chodo Island, off the south coast of South Korea. … Continue reading Northland Power acquires offshore wind power projects in South Korea
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Wind energy in Chile, Nordex’s 33 wind turbines for 156 MW wind farm
Nordex has received a large order for building a wind farm with wind turbines from the Delta4000 generation in Chile. The 156 MW wind farm will comprise 33 N149/4.0-4.5 wind turbines. In addition to this, the customer has opted for the Premium Service for a period of 15 years. The wind farm is located 30 … Continue reading Wind energy in Chile, Nordex’s 33 wind turbines for 156 MW wind farm
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High wind power production in Germany once again caused negative prices
Solar energy production increased widely in European markets last week. However, in the case of wind power production, declines predominated, which led to the rise in prices in most markets. On the other hand, in the German market, high wind energy production once again caused negative prices over the weekend. This week, prices are expected … Continue reading High wind power production in Germany once again caused negative prices
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Wind energy, Senegal opens West Africa’s first big wind farm
Senegal inaugurated the first large-scale wind farm in West Africa on Monday, a wind power facility that will supply nearly a sixth of the country’s power when it reaches full capacity later this year. With the wind farm, Senegal will get 30% of its energy from renewable sources, which has been a goal of President … Continue reading Wind energy, Senegal opens West Africa’s first big wind farm
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Offshore wind power and the shipping sector can reinforce each other to reach the Green Deal targets
Wind energy currently makes up 15% of Europe’s energy mix. The majority of this is onshore wind farm plants. Offshore wind turbines is just 2% at the moment. But it’s growing rapidly thanks to decreasing costs and improving technology. So offshore wind power will be a major player in the future. But collaboration with the … Continue reading Offshore wind power and the shipping sector can reinforce each other to reach the Green Deal targets
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EU industrial strategy must recognise wind energy as a job creator
Last week, WindEurope was one of the co-signatories of a letter calling for a robust industrial strategy to implement the Green Deal. Europe can only reach climate-neutrality through the sustained growth of wind energy to power the economy. This will be essential to ensure Europe’s long-term security of energy supply and technology leadership. The letter … Continue reading EU industrial strategy must recognise wind energy as a job creator
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EDF Renewables launches an innovative storage solution for businesses in Germany
EDF Renewables is offering an innovative storage solution for Commercial and Industrial (C&I) clients in Germany. It smooths electricity consumption on site, contributing to both reduce energy bills for customers and the load on the grid. This new offer is based on a smart management system of the customer’s electricity demand and the storage capacity … Continue reading EDF Renewables launches an innovative storage solution for businesses in Germany
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RWE Renewables and Saitec Offshore wind energy Technologies test floating platform for wind turbines
RWE Renewables and Saitec Offshore Technologies have joined forces to test new ways to affordably install and operate offshore wind farms in deep waters. In a joint pilot project called “DemoSATH”, the RWE subsidiary specialising in renewable energy and the Spanish engineering company Saitec Offshore Technologies will start testing a floating platform for wind turbines … Continue reading RWE Renewables and Saitec Offshore wind energy Technologies test floating platform for wind turbines
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Construction starts on chinese 2,200 MW offshore wind power project
China Three Gorges (CTG) has started construction on what the state-owned utility describes as offshore wind energy ‘’super projects’’ with a combined capacity of 2,200 MW. The two wind farms are the 1,400 MW Yangjiang Shapa project off the city of Yangjiang, Guangdong Province, and the Jiangsu Rudong 800 MW (H6, H10) wind farm offshore … Continue reading Construction starts on chinese 2,200 MW offshore wind power project
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AWEA releases proper lifting techniques guidance
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than one million workers suffer back injuries each year, and back injuries account for one of every five workplace injuries or illnesses. There are many steps you can take to improve the workplace and work practices, making workers safer and more resilient. Understanding body mechanics and how … Continue reading AWEA releases proper lifting techniques guidance
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Garanti BBVA to power its corporate buildings and branches with wind energy
BBVA’s Turkish franchise announced its decision to turn to renewables to power its corporate buildings, subsidiaries and branches. Garanti BBVA has signed the 100 percent Renewable Energy Agreement, according to which, in 2020, it will source the 90 million kWh it requires to power a total of 813 branches and 45 corporate buildings from renewable sources. … Continue reading Garanti BBVA to power its corporate buildings and branches with wind energy
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Japan boosts transition to offshore wind power
With the financing in place for Japan’s first large-scale commercial wind farm project, the country is looking to follow in the footsteps of Taiwan and accelerate its transition to renewable energy sources. The world’s third largest economy is aiming to boost the renewables share of its energy mix from 16% to 24% by 2030, with … Continue reading Japan boosts transition to offshore wind power
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Wind energy in Argentina, Genneia obtained $ 31 million for the Chubut Norte II wind farm
The leading renewable energy company received the first tranche of a corporate loan granted by the German Development Bank kfW. It will be destined for the Pomona II wind power plants that are already in operation and Chubut Norte II wind farm that is under construction. The first 31 million dollars over a total amount … Continue reading Wind energy in Argentina, Genneia obtained $ 31 million for the Chubut Norte II wind farm
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The use of serrated teeth in wind turbine blades increases their wind energy production
Elena Llorente Trujillo has investigated in her doctoral thesis, read at UPNA, the effect produced by adding this type of elements to wind turbines. Elena Llorente Trujillo has investigated in her doctoral thesis how the installation of serrated teeth on the trailing edge of the blades influences the aerodynamic performance of wind turbines. “These devices … Continue reading The use of serrated teeth in wind turbine blades increases their wind energy production
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