The statements were made during a meeting at COP26 with the President of the Andalusian Regional Government. Commitment to the energy transition and a cleaner community. This is the message conveyed by the chairman of Iberdrola, Ignacio Galán, to Juan Manuel Moreno, president of the Regional Government of Andalusia, at their meeting this morning during … Continue reading Galán has conveyed his commitment to Andalusia to Juan Manuel Moreno: it will triple its renewable capacity in the region
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Ørsted and BASF sign a 25-year offshore wind power PPA in Germany
BASF and Ørsted have concluded a 25-year fixed-price corporate power purchase agreement (CPPA), under which BASF will offtake the output of 186 megawatts from Ørsted’s planned Borkum Riffgrund 3 Offshore Wind Farm in the German North Sea.The offshore wind farm will have a total installed capacity of 900 megawatts and go into full commercial operation … Continue reading Ørsted and BASF sign a 25-year offshore wind power PPA in Germany
Continue readingACP Statement on Department of Commerce decision to deny anonymous request for solar anti-circumvention investigation
American Clean Power Association CEO Heather Zichal issued the following statement today after the Department of Commerce declined to open an investigation that was requested by the anonymous petitioners with the American Solar Manufacturers Against Chinese Circumvention (A-SMACC): “The American Clean Power Association applauds Secretary Raimondo’s decision today to decline to initiate the anti-circumvention investigation … Continue reading ACP Statement on Department of Commerce decision to deny anonymous request for solar anti-circumvention investigation
Continue readingReshaping the European Energy System: an impassioned call to action
Enel Green Power organized an event on October 27 as part of the EU’s Sustainable Energy Week. The speakers analyzed the need to address both economic and environmental issues, in order to create a just energy transition that leaves no one behind. This month the world’s attention may be focused on COP26 in Glasgow, but … Continue reading Reshaping the European Energy System: an impassioned call to action
Continue readingIberdrola is to issue green hybrid bonds for 750 million euros
It thus bring forward part of the requirement for this type of bond issue announced in its strategic plan -last November- when it committed to issuing a total of 1.5 billion euros during 2022 The funds raised will be used to finance renewable energy facilities in Australia and Poland, as part of the group’s €75 … Continue reading Iberdrola is to issue green hybrid bonds for 750 million euros
Continue readingSiemens Gamesa expands its multibrand service portfolio with new agreement to service Nordex platforms
Siemens Gamesa is taking over the service of 10 Nordex wind turbines of Zweite Bürgerwindpark Behrendorf GmbH und Co. KG in the north of Germany.With this agreement, Siemens Gamesa will expand its service fleet to include Nordex Gamma and Nordex Delta platform turbines for the first time.No matter the manufacturer, Siemens Gamesa’s service customers benefit … Continue reading Siemens Gamesa expands its multibrand service portfolio with new agreement to service Nordex platforms
Continue readingSiemens Gamesa’s groundbreaking pilot project hits key milestone as first green hydrogen is delivered to zero emission vehicles
Siemens Gamesa has developed the first project in the world capable of producing green hydrogen directly from wind energy in ‘island mode’, although it can also operate connected to the grid. This project, located in Brande, Denmark, has reached a new milestone by producing green hydrogen for the first time and distributing it to hydrogen … Continue reading Siemens Gamesa’s groundbreaking pilot project hits key milestone as first green hydrogen is delivered to zero emission vehicles
Continue readingNordex receives order for 101 MW of wind power from Ireland
First order for wind turbines in the 5 MW class from Ireland. Ireland’s first wind farm with wind turbines using a 149 metre rotor. Nordex has received an order from Ireland for 22 wind turbines of the Delta4000 series with a total of 101 MW. Fifteen N149/4.X turbines and a further seven N149/5.X machines are … Continue reading Nordex receives order for 101 MW of wind power from Ireland
Continue readingVestas enters strategic partnership with Maersk on all containerised transport
To serve the growing global market for sustainable energy solutions and protect profitability in an increasingly challenging global business environment for renewables, Vestas continuously looks for partners that can help mitigate negative impact from the current supply chain challenges and scale our business efficiently in the long-term. As part of maneuvering successfully in the challenging … Continue reading Vestas enters strategic partnership with Maersk on all containerised transport
Continue readingRWE’s Baron Winds onshore wind farm under construction in the U.S.
RWE is making significant progress in growing its renewables portfolio in the U.S.: The first phase of its Baron Winds onshore wind farm is under construction. The 121.8 megawatt (MW) project is located in Steuben County in New York State and has the capacity to generate enough clean power for more than 50,000 homes annually. The … Continue reading RWE’s Baron Winds onshore wind farm under construction in the U.S.
Continue readingBuilding Enhanced Climate Ambitions with Renewable Energy
Energy sector remains the biggest contributor to global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions today, accounting for more than two-thirds of the total emissions. Therefore, transitioning to low-carbon energy sector is increasingly recognised as key to achieving carbon neutrality by mid-century and mitigating the adverse effects of climate change. Renewables present an innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective solution … Continue reading Building Enhanced Climate Ambitions with Renewable Energy
Continue readingGE Renewable Energy’s Haliade-X wind turbines reach two-year operating milestone
GE’s Haliade-X prototype has been operating for two years, making it the first 10+ MW offshore wind turbine to achieve this milestone. The prototype was first commissioned in November 2019 at 12 MW, and since then has been uprated to 13 MW and 14 MW. The Haliade-X has received multiple certifications, and will equip two … Continue reading GE Renewable Energy’s Haliade-X wind turbines reach two-year operating milestone
Continue readingCOP-26: Abeeólica highlights that wind energy will receive large investments
The private sector took over COP-26 in the absence of some governments, not just the Brazilian. For the president of the Brazilian Wind Energy Association (Abeeólica), Elbia Gannoum, who has participated since the first day of the conference, this brings an optimistic reading of the event that discusses the course of the decarbonization of the … Continue reading COP-26: Abeeólica highlights that wind energy will receive large investments
Continue readingRWE invests in 44 MW wind farm in France
By deciding to invest in the Les Nouvions onshore wind farm, RWE is further expanding its renewables portfolio in France. The 44-megawatt wind farm is located in northern France in the Hauts-de-France region. Construction is expected to start in the beginning of 2022 and the project team has planned to fully commission the project in … Continue reading RWE invests in 44 MW wind farm in France
Continue readingIRENA Partners with Alliance of Small Island States to Accelerate Energy Transition in SIDS
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and the Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS) signed an agreement today at COP26, known as ‘Adaptation Day’, that will see the two organisations work closely to mobilise climate finance and to advance the deployment of renewable energy across Small Island Developing States (SIDS). According to IRENA analysis on … Continue reading IRENA Partners with Alliance of Small Island States to Accelerate Energy Transition in SIDS
Continue readingPattern Energy Starts Construction of Lanfine Wind Project in Alberta
Pattern Energy Group LP (Pattern Energy) announced today it has started construction of its Lanfine Wind power project in Alberta, Canada. The 150 megawatt (MW) project, which will provide enough clean energy to power approximately 25,000 homes in Alberta annually, is expected to enter full commercial operation by the end of 2022. “The Lanfine Wind … Continue reading Pattern Energy Starts Construction of Lanfine Wind Project in Alberta
Continue readingMaterials Shortage Will Not Stop The Energy Transition
The signs of climate change are everywhere. More and more countries have rallied under the banner of net zero carbon dioxide emissions by mid-century. To achieve this goal, the world needs an energy transition. The pathway outlined in IRENA’s World Energy Transitions Outlook: 1.5°C Pathway indicates that renewable power generation, energy efficiency and electrification of … Continue reading Materials Shortage Will Not Stop The Energy Transition
Continue reading236 meters & 3.6 GW: Siemens Gamesa & Vattenfall to partner using new Siemens Gamesa offshore turbine at massive Norfolk offshore wind projects
Nominated preferred supplier agreement reached for Norfolk offshore wind power projects in UK with Vattenfall Total capacity of 3.6 GW for projects located 47 – 72 km from shore Service agreement included; project expected to use new SG 14-236 DD offshore wind turbine SG 14-236 DD offshore wind turbine can reach 15 MW capacity with … Continue reading 236 meters & 3.6 GW: Siemens Gamesa & Vattenfall to partner using new Siemens Gamesa offshore turbine at massive Norfolk offshore wind projects
Continue readingAccelerating the Global Energy Transition for a 1.5°C Future
“Placing priority on the people most affected, opens an opportunity to transition from an economy focused model of development into an integrated model that considers the wellbeing of the people and planet”, said Passy Amayo Ogolla from SDG 7 Youth, setting the scene at the opening of this COP26’s Energy Action Event in Glasgow. Under … Continue reading Accelerating the Global Energy Transition for a 1.5°C Future
Continue readingWorld’s Top Wind Turbine Makers Expect Another Difficult Year
Some of the world’s largest wind-turbine producers expect another tough year ahead. Surging commodity prices and supply-chain headwinds are set to last into next year, according to Vestas Wind Systems A/S and Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy SA. That’s making it harder for a business that’s so key to delivering the world’s climate goals to keep … Continue reading World’s Top Wind Turbine Makers Expect Another Difficult Year
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