The European Commission is planning to table a reform to Electricity Market Design rules in March to help address Europe’s energy crisis. Ahead of the public consultation, Spain has issued a non-paper setting out its own proposals for electricity market rules. Part of its stated rationale is creating a better framework for private investment in … Continue reading WindEurope response to Spain’s proposals on Electricity Market Design
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Nordex generates orders for 6.3 GW of wind power in 2022
The Nordex Group recorded continued momentum in its fourth-quarter order booking in a challenging market environment. Including many unannounced projects in the last quarter, order intake for the full year totaled 1,235 wind turbines with a nominal capacity of 6.33 gigawatts (GW). This is compared to order intake for 1,636 wind turbines with a capacity … Continue reading Nordex generates orders for 6.3 GW of wind power in 2022
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Ingeteam, record new orders for operation and maintenance in 2022
Ingeteam ended 2022 with record new operation and maintenance orders, having signed contracts for 2.25 GW, which brings the total power it manages worldwide to more than 22 GW, equivalent to the energy consumed by more than 22 million homes. The company has thus strengthened its position as an international leader in operation and maintenance … Continue reading Ingeteam, record new orders for operation and maintenance in 2022
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Green electricity from Nordsee Ost and Amrumbank West wind farms for 12 large customers from 2025
From 2025 and 2026 respectively, RWE’s Nordsee Ost and Amrumbank West offshore wind farms will supply eleven German industrial customers and one large municipal utility with green electricity. The relevant agreements were signed between RWE Supply & Trading and Badische Stahlwerke, Freudenberg group, Infraserv Höchst, Mainova, Messer, Schott, Telefónica, Verallia, Vodafone, Wacker as well as … Continue reading Green electricity from Nordsee Ost and Amrumbank West wind farms for 12 large customers from 2025
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Iberdrola launches ‘Electric, together’
Europe`s largest electricity company, Iberdrola, has today (16h January) launched a new report titled ‘Electric, Together’. The five-point manifesto is a call to action for global policymakers, companies in the energy and industrial sectors and other stakeholders on the steps that need to be taken in 2023 to break the cycle of crises driven by … Continue reading Iberdrola launches ‘Electric, together’
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America’s clean energy future needs #WindNow – and requires further government action
As countries around the world continue to focus on energy independence and climate-change targets, the United States has enacted legislation with the potential to change the renewable energy landscape in North America. Today Siemens Gamesa, a global wind energy leader, published its white paper “Scaling up the American wind industry.” The paper focuses on the … Continue reading America’s clean energy future needs #WindNow – and requires further government action
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IRENA Helps Maritime Sector Ramp-up Decarbonisation Efforts
The maritime shipping industry contributes 3 per cent of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions and is heavily reliant on fossil fuels. Accounting for over 90 per cent of global trade volume, the maritime sector is regarded as the world economy’s backbone. As business expands, emissions are anticipated to rise even further. If the shipping industry … Continue reading IRENA Helps Maritime Sector Ramp-up Decarbonisation Efforts
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Decentralised Renewables Solutions Can Improve Healthcare Services for Almost 1 Billion People
Close to 1 billion people in low- and lower-middle income countries are served by healthcare facilities that lack a reliable electricity supply, according to a new report from the World Health Organization (WHO), the World Bank, the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), and Sustainable Energy for All (SEforAll). Access to electricity is critical for quality … Continue reading Decentralised Renewables Solutions Can Improve Healthcare Services for Almost 1 Billion People
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Countries That Produce the Most Wind Energy
Thanks to increases in economies of scale and advances in technology, wind energy costs have become substantially more competitive. According to market research firm Lazard, the levelized cost of energy of unsubsidized wind has declined 72% from 2009 to 2021, making unsubsidized wind cost competitive with conventional generation technologies in certain areas and circumstances. Wind … Continue reading Countries That Produce the Most Wind Energy
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China unveils the most powerful wind turbines
The engineers responsible claim the 18-megawatt offshore turbine is capable of powering up to 40,000 homes over the course of an entire year. At full wind speed, the structure generates up to 44.8 kWh of electricity. This means that a single turbine can generate more than 74 million kilowatt-hours of electricity each year. According to … Continue reading China unveils the most powerful wind turbines
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ACP Statement on BOEM Modernization Rule Decision
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) today praised the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s (BOEM) issuance of its proposed Renewable Energy Modernization Rule. ACP is encouraged by BOEM’s efforts to improve offshore wind leasing, permitting, and safety regulations, which have been largely unchanged since they were first issued in 2009. These regulations have long needed … Continue reading ACP Statement on BOEM Modernization Rule Decision
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RWE selects Siemens Gamesa as preferred supplier for 1,000-MW offshore wind farm in Denmark
Denmark’s largest offshore wind farm to date moves ahead: 72 x SG 14-236 DD offshore wind turbines planned to be installed starting in 2026; installation works planned to be carried out from Port of Esbjerg. Local Danish supply chain expected to contribute. RWE plans to create up to 60 permanent local jobs in Thorsminde.Thor intended to supply … Continue reading RWE selects Siemens Gamesa as preferred supplier for 1,000-MW offshore wind farm in Denmark
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Renewables Can Provide Nearly 60 Per Cent of Nigeria’s Energy Demand by 2050
Nearly 60 per cent of Nigeria’s energy demand in 2050 can be met with renewable energy sources, saving 40 per cent in natural gas and 65 per cent in oil needs at the same time, according to a new report by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). With a growing population and a range of … Continue reading Renewables Can Provide Nearly 60 Per Cent of Nigeria’s Energy Demand by 2050
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Ørsted to build large-scale solar PV project in Texas
Continuing its growth in onshore renewables, Ørsted has decided to build the 471 MW AC Mockingbird Solar Center in Texas. Covering an area of 4,900 acres (approx. 20 km2), Mockingbird will be able to generate enough renewable energy to power more than 80,000 homes annually, making it the largest solar PV project in Ørsted’s portfolio … Continue reading Ørsted to build large-scale solar PV project in Texas
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EDP Renewables commissions its first hybrid solar and wind energy park on the Iberian Peninsula
The solar energy plant set up next to the Mosteiro wind park sees the creation of the first EDP Renewables hybrid solar/wind energy project, maximising clean energy production; The Mina de Orgueirel Solar Plant opened in Sabugal municipality increases the amount of energy capable of being produced by the complex to 8.4 MW, for over … Continue reading EDP Renewables commissions its first hybrid solar and wind energy park on the Iberian Peninsula
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Finland’s wind power capacity shot up 75% in 2022
Finland clocked a 75% increase in wind power capacity last year, boosting the country’s renewable energy cred. According to the latest statistics from the Finnish Wind Power Association (FWPA), 2022 was a record time for green power. Specifically, 437 new wind turbines were put into operation, delivering a 2,430MW power capacity. What’s more, wind power … Continue reading Finland’s wind power capacity shot up 75% in 2022
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Innovation and digitalization at the service of Renewable Energy Sources
We are introducing new, state-of-the-art technologies in our operations centers and driving innovation with revolutionary sustainable practices in the projects we manage, thereby putting our vision into practice: Enabling progress with sustainable energy. The energy and digital transitions go hand in hand. That is why we are embracing the digitalization of renewable energy sources, by … Continue reading Innovation and digitalization at the service of Renewable Energy Sources
Continue readingSiemens Gamesa will supply the wind turbines for the largest offshore wind farm in Denmark
Siemens Gamesa has been chosen as the preferred supplier by the electricity company RWE for the supply of 1,000 MW in the Thor offshore wind farm, which will become the largest project of its kind in the country.The company will install 72 SG 14-236 DD wind turbines, its most powerful model. The installation works for … Continue reading Siemens Gamesa will supply the wind turbines for the largest offshore wind farm in Denmark
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IRENA’s Top Ten News Pieces in 2022 Showcase Work on Global Energy Transition
Throughout the year, IRENA brings you the latest news on progress, impacts and solutions for the energy transition. Here are our top ten news pieces of 2022. Renewable Power Remains Cost Competitive amid Fossil Fuel Crisis The Renewable Power Generation Costs report shows almost two-thirds of renewable power added in 2021 had lower costs than … Continue reading IRENA’s Top Ten News Pieces in 2022 Showcase Work on Global Energy Transition
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Iberdrola commissions the Korytnica II wind farm
This facility brings Iberdrola’s onshore wind power capacity in Poland, one of the group’s growth markets, to 163 MW. Iberdrola has begun commissioning of Polish wind farm Korytnica II, located 80 km from Warsaw in the province of W?grów, Mazowieckie region. The wind farm comprises 14 Vestas V126 wind turbines, with a hub height of … Continue reading Iberdrola commissions the Korytnica II wind farm
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