Boralex inc. (“Boralex”) (TSX: BLX), Énergir and Hydro-Québec (collectively “the partners”) are pleased to announce a partnership to develop three wind projects of 400 MW each on the Seigneurie de Beaupré territory. The partnership is in line with Hydro-Québec’s intention to develop a portfolio of wind energy projects with experienced partners in Québec. Under the … Continue reading Boralex, Énergir and Hydro-Québec join forces to develop three wind projects of 400 MW each on the Seigneurie de Beaupré territory
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AES Chile puts into operation Los Olmos wind farm that will provide energy to Google
The wind farm located in Mulchén, Biobío Region, has an installed capacity of 110 MW, through 23 wind turbines of 4.8 MW of power.The park located in Mulchén, Biobío Region, has an installed capacity of 110 MW, through 23 wind turbines of 4.8 MW of individual power. Its commercial operation began on January 19, 2022. … Continue reading AES Chile puts into operation Los Olmos wind farm that will provide energy to Google
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Iberdrola’s Hub in Bilbao consolidates its position as the world centre for innovation in smart grids
Iberdrola invested more than 337 million euros in R&D&I in 2021, 15% more than the previous year, and part of the resources were allocated to projects related to smart grids. Six months after its inauguration, Iberdrola’s Global Smart Grids Innovation Hub (GSGIH) in Bilbao is consolidating its position as the world centre for innovation in … Continue reading Iberdrola’s Hub in Bilbao consolidates its position as the world centre for innovation in smart grids
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EDPR and Meta expand on partnership through long-term contract for a new Texas solar park
Cattlemen marks the second PPA EDP Renewables and Meta have executed, with the first being a 139-MW PPA for the 200-MW Headwaters II Wind Farm in Indiana. EDP Renewables (Euronext: EDPR), the world’s fourth largest renewable energy producer, through its fully owned subsidiary EDP Renewables North America LLC (EDPR NA), and Meta (NYSE: FB) have … Continue reading EDPR and Meta expand on partnership through long-term contract for a new Texas solar park
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China identifies enough wind potential in mountainous Tibet for clean energy
China has identified enough wind energy potential in Tibet to power the UK, Germany and France combined, and plans to further develop the region to help meet its ambitious climate targets. Tibet has enough sites with strong, steady wind to install 600 gigawatts of turbines, with another 420 gigawatts possible in parts of the plateau … Continue reading China identifies enough wind potential in mountainous Tibet for clean energy
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Iberdrola begins construction of the Askio III wind farm
Iberdrola advances in the development of its renewable projects in Greece with the start of construction of the 50.4 MW Askio III wind farm. This facility will be located next to the Askio mountain, near the city of Kozani (in the region of Western Macedonia). During its construction, the project will generate an average of … Continue reading Iberdrola begins construction of the Askio III wind farm
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Iberdrola starts a wind farm in Greece
Iberdrola has laid the first stone of what will be the Askio III wind farm located in Greece. The company has detailed that this new installation, whose completion is scheduled for next fall, will have 50.4 megawatts (MW) and will be able to supply electricity to more than 54,000 homes. This wind farm will have … Continue reading Iberdrola starts a wind farm in Greece
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Wind power surpassed nuclear in the US
On March 29, wind became the second largest source of daily electricity in the US, surpassing coal and nuclear for the first time on record. Just two weeks later, on April 12, wind power beat coal and nuclear again (but still trailing far behind natural gas). The twin milestones highlight the rise of renewable energy … Continue reading Wind power surpassed nuclear in the US
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Eolus and Hydro REIN sell 75% of wind power project Stor-Skälsjön to MEAG
Eolus and Hydro REIN have signed an agreement with MEAG regarding the sale of 75% of the shares in the 260 MW wind power project Stor-Skälsjön in Sweden. The transaction covers 75% of the shares in the project company at an enterprise value of EUR 361.4 million (100% basis). Eolus is to sell all its … Continue reading Eolus and Hydro REIN sell 75% of wind power project Stor-Skälsjön to MEAG
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Macron thinks that Le Pen, Putin’s friend, plan to ban renewable energy is an aberration
The president of France criticized his opponent in the second round of presidential elections; Le Pen seeks to end all subsidies to the solar and wind energy sector and benefit her friend Putin. Le Pen represents the worst of France, although fortunately it is just possible that she will be elected, which would be a … Continue reading Macron thinks that Le Pen, Putin’s friend, plan to ban renewable energy is an aberration
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Local MPs visit RWE Grimsby Hub to hear about RWE offshore wind investment plans
Local MPs Lia Nici and Martin Vickers last week visited RWE’s offshore wind operations base in Grimsby to hear about the company’s plans for further investment in the local facility. RWE is #2 in the world for offshore wind and is driving the development of one of the largest offshore wind pipelines in the UK; … Continue reading Local MPs visit RWE Grimsby Hub to hear about RWE offshore wind investment plans
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Ocean Renewables: Powering the Blue Economy
Offshore renewables can play a key role in harnessing the benefits of the blue economy for sustainable development in Small Island Developing States (SIDS), said IRENA Director-General Francesco La Camera, at the Our Oceans conference held in the western Pacific nation of Palau. Aimed at highlighting the plight of nations on the frontline of climate … Continue reading Ocean Renewables: Powering the Blue Economy
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Braskem signs a contract with EDF Renewables for the purchase of wind energy
The agreement will allow the feasibility of a wind farm in Bahia and a petrochemical company to obtain clean energy for 20 years, Braskem signed an agreement for the purchase of wind energy with EDF Renewables do Brasil. The agreement will be an agreement to enable the construction of a new wind farm in the … Continue reading Braskem signs a contract with EDF Renewables for the purchase of wind energy
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ACP Releases CLEANPOWER 2022 Conference Agenda
Registration is well underway for CLEANPOWER 2022, the nation’s major renewable energy conference, which brings together the industry’s most knowledgeable decision makers and thought leaders and creates a collaborative platform for discussing the most important issues to industry professionals and their companies. The three-day event, hosted by the American Clean Power Association (ACP), will take place … Continue reading ACP Releases CLEANPOWER 2022 Conference Agenda
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Nordex receives an order for 29.5 MW of wind power from Finland
At the end of March, the Finnish renewable energy investment and asset management platform Low Carbon placed an order with the Nordex Group for 29.5 MW in Finland. The order also includes a thirty-year Premium Service agreement. The Nordex Group will supply five N163/5.X wind turbines for the “Mörknässkogen” wind farm. The site on the … Continue reading Nordex receives an order for 29.5 MW of wind power from Finland
Continue readingIberdrola moves forward with its renewable strategy
Wind power – both onshore and offshore – is close to 21,000 MW, after commissioning 900 MW more in the last 12 months. The Iberdrola group takes another step forward in the energy transition. The company has increased its renewable capacity by 9.1% in the last 12 months, currently standing at 38,305 ‘green’ MW. The … Continue reading Iberdrola moves forward with its renewable strategy
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Eolus Vind submits applications for developing offshore wind power in Poland
Eolus has submitted applications for developing three wind farms in the Baltic Sea, north of Poland. A total of 11 sea areas will be allocated to companies that want to develop projects within the framework of the second phase of offshore wind power projects in Poland. In Poland, intensive efforts are underway to increase the … Continue reading Eolus Vind submits applications for developing offshore wind power in Poland
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Why battery storage is the key to making the USA’s energy sector carbon-free by 2035
For both the United States and the rest of the world, reaching renewable energy targets depends on hybrid power plants featuring battery storage. And Enel Green Power is leading the way in this field, particularly in the Lone Star State of Texas. Last year the Biden administration announced plans for the energy sector in the … Continue reading Why battery storage is the key to making the USA’s energy sector carbon-free by 2035
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UK Energy Strategy further increases offshore wind power targets
Last week the United Kingdom presented its new Energy Strategy. It is heavily influenced by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the desire to increase energy security by reducing the import of fossil fuels. The UK now commits to phase out Russian oil and coal by the end of 2022 and to reduce total gas … Continue reading UK Energy Strategy further increases offshore wind power targets
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GE completes the first offshore wind turbine in France
GE has completed the installation of the first offshore wind turbine in France, at the Saint-Nazaire offshore wind farm. A further 79 Haliade 150-6MW wind turbines will be installed and commissioned by the end of 2022.This project, led by EDF Renewables and its partners Enbrige and CPP, is the first commercial offshore wind farm in … Continue reading GE completes the first offshore wind turbine in France
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