Synthetic fuels, a test field for autonomous driving and a new research aircraft – the German Aerospace Center (Deutsches Zentrum fuer Luft- und Raumfahrt; DLR) is focusing on interdisciplinary research projects that will enhance Germany as a location for high-technology activities. DLR’s ‘Future Technologies for Society 2030’ strategy is centred on interdisciplinary ways of working … Continue reading Sustainable mobility – on the ground, at sea and in the air
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Final 2019 numbers show wind energy on the rise
AWEA’s just-released Fourth Quarter Market Report gives a full look at 2019 for the first time, and for fans of wind there’s a lot to like. Last year was the third strongest year ever for new wind additions, and nearly 200 new wind projects are in the works. That means more reliable, affordable, clean electricity … Continue reading Final 2019 numbers show wind energy on the rise
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Wind energy in Spain, Iberdrola launches El Pradillo wind farm
It will provide wind power to a population equivalent to 10,500 homes per year. Iberdrola advances in its process of leading the energy transition with the launch of a new renewable project, the El Pradillo wind farm (23 MW), located between the Zaragoza municipalities of Frescano, Borja and Agón, in Aragon. Made up of 6 … Continue reading Wind energy in Spain, Iberdrola launches El Pradillo wind farm
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EDP Renewables named Top Employer Europe 2020
EDP Renewables (Euronext: EDPR), a global leader in the renewable energy sector and one of the world’s largest wind energy producers, has been named by the Top Employers Institute as one of the best companies to work for in Europe this year. It has also been named local Top Employer 2020 in Spain, France, Italy, … Continue reading EDP Renewables named Top Employer Europe 2020
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World’s tallest Concentrated Solar Power tower completed in Dubai
Shanghai Electric completes Noor Energy 1 Concentrated Solar Power tower in Dubai. Construction partners on the 950 MW Noor Energy 1 Concentrating Solar Power- Photovoltaic project in Dubai completed the 260-meter high receiver tower on January 9, Shanghai Electric, lead EPC contractor, said in a statement. The $4.4 billion Noor Energy 1 solar thermal project … Continue reading World’s tallest Concentrated Solar Power tower completed in Dubai
Continue readingEDP Renewables is named best provider of renewable energy in Spain in 2019
EDP Renewables, a global leader in the renewable energy sector and one of the world’s largest wind energy producers, has been awarded the Best Renewable Energy Provider – Spain 2019 prize at the eighth edition of the International Finance Awards in Dubai. This award recognises companies for their talent, leadership in the sector, industry net … Continue reading EDP Renewables is named best provider of renewable energy in Spain in 2019
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EDP Renováveis is awarded for 109 MW of wind farm at Italian wind energy auction
EDP Renováveis, a global leader in the renewable energy sector and one of the world’s largest wind energy producers, was awarded 20-year Contract-for-Difference (“CfD”) at the Italian wind auction to sell electricity produced by a portfolio of three wind farms with a total capacity of 109 MW. The wind power projects are to be installed … Continue reading EDP Renováveis is awarded for 109 MW of wind farm at Italian wind energy auction
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Ørsted to become carbon neutral by 2025
Ørsted, recently ranked the most sustainable company in the world, will become carbon neutral by 2025. This will make Ørsted the first major energy company to reach net-zero emissions in its energy generation – far ahead of science-based decarbonisation targets for limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Additionally, Ørsted sets a target of achieving a carbon … Continue reading Ørsted to become carbon neutral by 2025
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Wind power has tripled in the last 5 years in Mexico
The wind turbines sector has grown steadily, and in the last 5 years the capacity installed in wind energy has tripled, today with more than 6,200 megawatts, installed and operating, said Julio Valle, deputy director of the Mexican Association of Wind Energy (AMDEE). “The evolution of technology and the abundance of resources in Mexico, has … Continue reading Wind power has tripled in the last 5 years in Mexico
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Wind Industry Experiences Third Strongest Year on Record With 9,143 MW of Wind Power Added to U.S. Grid
Additional AWEA 2019 Q4 Market Report Highlights: Wind Farm Construction and Advanced Development Pipeline Up 24% Year-over-Year, representing potential $62 billion in new investment. Rapidly growing Offshore Wind Development Now Accounts for 17% of Development Pipeline, while East Coast States Announced 16 GW in New Offshore Wind Targets. Demand for Wind Power sets new record … Continue reading Wind Industry Experiences Third Strongest Year on Record With 9,143 MW of Wind Power Added to U.S. Grid
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Wind energy to grow by 627 GW by 2028
Almost 627 GW of new wind power capacity is expected to be installed by 2028, according to analysis by Navigant Research. The ‘Global Wind Energy Overview’ report said the new capacity represents a market worth of more than $92bn in 2019 and over $1 trillion during the period. Navigant said wind turbines installations were flat … Continue reading Wind energy to grow by 627 GW by 2028
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EDF Renewables and SITAC Group pursue their wind energy expansion in India
EDF Renewables and its partner for wind power generation in India, the SITAC Group, are announcing the ommissioning of the Verdant project, a new wind farm of 105 MW installed capacity in India. This achievement contributes to the Indian Government’s target to reach 175 GW of renewable energy power generation capacity by 2022. Located in … Continue reading EDF Renewables and SITAC Group pursue their wind energy expansion in India
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Wind energy in Sweden, Vestas’ wind turbines for 155 MW wind farm from Stena Renewables
Vestas has secured a 155 MW order from Stena Renewables AB for the Åby-Alebo wind energy project. Located in Mönsterås Municipality, the project will be the largest wind energy project in the southern part of Sweden. To maximise the project’s power production, Vestas has developed a customised wind energy solution that features 36 V150-4.2 MW … Continue reading Wind energy in Sweden, Vestas’ wind turbines for 155 MW wind farm from Stena Renewables
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Van Oord Joins Estonian Offshore Wind power Project
Van Oord and Saare Wind Energy have entered into an agreement to jointly develop the Saaremaa offshore wind farm in Estonia. Van Oord and Saare Wind Energy have entered into an agreement to jointly develop the Saaremaa offshore wind farm in Estonia. The Estonia-based Saare Wind Energy began the development of the project in 2015 … Continue reading Van Oord Joins Estonian Offshore Wind power Project
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Wind energy in Lanzarote, Elecnor wind farm
Elecnor will install 4 wind turbines with a power of 9.2 MW. The Spanish infrastructure, energy and telecommunications group Elecnor has been awarded a turnkey contract with Sociedad Insular de Aguas de Lanzarote S.A. (INALSA), owned by the Lanzarote Water Consortium, for the construction of the Arrecife Wind Farm for 11 million euros. The … Continue reading Wind energy in Lanzarote, Elecnor wind farm
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2,319 MW more of wind power in Spain
Red Eléctrica de España, operator and transporter of the Spanish electricity system, released on January 23 the data of new installed renewable power 2019 with a total of 6,456 MW. There are 6,126 MW more than last year, when 330 MW were connected, of which 194 MW corresponded to the Canary Wind Plan. The integration … Continue reading 2,319 MW more of wind power in Spain
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renewAfrica Initiative: Europe embraces the initiative sponsored by RES4Africa
Endorsers of the renewAfrica Initiative met with European Commission officials in Brussels to outline the master plan for a new financial tool supporting new renewable projects in Africa. The future of Africa is at a crossroads in Brussels. Enel Green Power and other European players in the renewables sector all gathered on January 28 in … Continue reading renewAfrica Initiative: Europe embraces the initiative sponsored by RES4Africa
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Celebrate wind energy August 16-22
Being in the midst of the dead of winter can make it feel like summer is a lifetime away. But August will be here before you know it, and that means it’s time to start thinking about #AmericanWindWeek 2020! We’re excited to celebrate all things wind for the fourth year in a row, this time … Continue reading Celebrate wind energy August 16-22
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Germany onshore wind energy growth slowed sharply in 2019
Germany saw a sharp fall in the number of new onshore wind turbines installed last year, industry groups said on Tuesday, urging the government to do more to boost numbers this year. Wind power is one of the most important drivers of Germany’s transition to renewable energy and a related target for green energy to … Continue reading Germany onshore wind energy growth slowed sharply in 2019
Continue readingWind power in China, Vestas’ wind turbines for 84 MW wind farm
Vestas has received an 84 MW order in China that includes the supply of 22 V136-3.45 MW wind turbines delivered in 3.8 MW power optimised mode as well as a 5-year Active Output Management 4000 (AOM 4000) service agreement. Deliveries are expected to begin in the third quarter of 2020. Customer and project names are … Continue reading Wind power in China, Vestas’ wind turbines for 84 MW wind farm
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