2023 – 3SUN, Enel Green Power’s company dedicated to the production of innovative photovoltaic modules based in Catania, Italy, held the world premiere of three new photovoltaic modules, M40, M40 BOLD and B60, during the Intersolar Europe 2023 trade show in Munich. The modules, set to come to market in 2024, are based on 3SUN … Continue reading 3SUN unveils new next-generation photovoltaic modules
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Wind energy on the rise globally
Global Wind Day puts offshore and onshore wind in the spotlight – key to creating a green energy systemRWE is investing massively in the expansion of wind energy as part of its Growing Green strategy to support the energy transitionAs one of the world’s leading renewables energy companies, RWE is forging ahead on the expansion … Continue reading Wind energy on the rise globally
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Vestas wins an order to repower 139 MW of Vitol wind power in the US.
Vestas has received a 139 MW order to repower a Vitol-owned project in Pennsylvania, USA. The order consists of 68 V110-2.0 MW wind turbines delivered in 2.05 MW operating mode, which will replace the existing Senvion wind turbines MM92-2.05 MW of the site. The order includes the supply, delivery and commissioning of the turbines, as … Continue reading Vestas wins an order to repower 139 MW of Vitol wind power in the US.
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ACP’s Green Hydrogen Framework Incentivizes “First Movers” While Bolstering Environmental Requirements
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) today released a proposed framework to support the development of a new green hydrogen industry in the United States. Hydrogen made with clean power—green hydrogen—is the most promising solution for decarbonizing heavy industrial manufacturing and chemical processes that are essential to the U.S. economy. The Inflation Reduction Act provides … Continue reading ACP’s Green Hydrogen Framework Incentivizes “First Movers” While Bolstering Environmental Requirements
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ACP Statement on Proposed Guidance from Department of Treasury and IRS on Direct Pay and Transferability for Clean Energy Tax Credits
The American Clean Power Association’s (ACP) Chief Advocacy Officer JC Sandberg released the following statement on proposed guidance from the Department of Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) on transferability and direct pay for new federal clean energy and manufacturing tax credits: “The proposed guidance from Treasury and the IRS on transferability and … Continue reading ACP Statement on Proposed Guidance from Department of Treasury and IRS on Direct Pay and Transferability for Clean Energy Tax Credits
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Arantxa Esparza, from Nabrawind, awarded for best Spanish invention of 2023
The pile foundation patent for the Nabralift tower, which reduces concrete consumption by 80%, was awarded as the best patent of the year by the Spanish Patent and Trademark Office. Nabrawind was the protagonist in the II OEPM 2023 Invention Award when Arantxa Esparza, project manager at the Spanish-based company, received the award for … Continue reading Arantxa Esparza, from Nabrawind, awarded for best Spanish invention of 2023
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High-Efficiency Concentrated Solar Power (HECSP) Technologies and Applications
The global energy landscape is undergoing a massive transformation, driven by the urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate the impacts of climate change. Renewable energy sources, such as solar power, are playing an increasingly important role in this transition. One promising technology that has the potential to revolutionize the solar industry is … Continue reading High-Efficiency Concentrated Solar Power (HECSP) Technologies and Applications
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Statkraft supplies Air Liquide with wind power for large scale green hydrogen electrolyser
Statkraft, Europe’s largest producer of renewable energy, and Air Liquide, the global market leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare, have concluded a wind PPA to produce green hydrogen. The renewable energy will power Air Liquide’s new electrolyser plant in Oberhausen to produce renewable hydrogen at industrial scale for industry and transport … Continue reading Statkraft supplies Air Liquide with wind power for large scale green hydrogen electrolyser
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Energy innovation investment remained resilient to shocks in a turbulent 2022
CiteShare Government and corporate spending on energy research and development hit record highs last year, as did venture capital bets on clean energy technologies. However, risks lie ahead, and the availability of capital varies between regions and types of innovation. Fortunately, the G7 and G20 are starting to address the barriers to energy R&D investment … Continue reading Energy innovation investment remained resilient to shocks in a turbulent 2022
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The Rise of Offshore Wind
As the world grapples with the effects of climate change and the urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the rise of offshore wind farms is transforming the seascape and revolutionizing the renewable energy sector. With the potential to generate vast amounts of clean electricity, offshore wind power is becoming an increasingly important player in … Continue reading The Rise of Offshore Wind
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Potential of Renewable Energy Sources in Moldova’s Energy Market
Moldova, a small landlocked country in Eastern Europe, has been making significant strides in recent years to diversify its energy sources and reduce its dependence on imported fossil fuels. With its abundant natural resources and favorable geographical location, the country has immense potential to develop its renewable energy sector, which could not only help meet … Continue reading Potential of Renewable Energy Sources in Moldova’s Energy Market
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RWE welcomes Dublin Array’s success in Ireland’s first offshore wind auction
RWE, one of the world’s leading offshore wind companies, was today delighted to receive formal confirmation that its 824MW Dublin Array Offshore Wind Farm project has been awarded a Contract for Difference (CfD) in the first Irish Offshore Renewable Electricity Support Scheme (ORESS1) auction, run by Irish Grid operator EirGrid. The formal announcement by the … Continue reading RWE welcomes Dublin Array’s success in Ireland’s first offshore wind auction
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Corio CEO Jonathan Cole appointed new GWEC Chairman
Seasoned executive pledges to lead wind industry to next era of growth as installations reach 1TW. Jonathan Cole has been named as the new chairman of the Global Wind Energy Council, the organisation that represents the global wind energy industry. Cole, Corio Generation’s Chief Executive Officer, was appointed to the position by a unanimous vote … Continue reading Corio CEO Jonathan Cole appointed new GWEC Chairman
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NZIA: act now or Europe’s wind turbines will be made in China
The EU wants to massively expand renewables and strengthen Europe’s clean energy supply chains. But its Net-Zero Industry Act (NZIA) falls short and needs beefing up. If Europe gets NZIA wrong, it’ll end up building wind farms with turbines manufactured outside of Europe, many of them in China. New data shows what’s at stake economically. Wind … Continue reading NZIA: act now or Europe’s wind turbines will be made in China
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U.S. Grid-Scale Energy Storage Installations Record Second-Straight Quarterly Decrease
Across all segments of the industry, the U.S. energy storage market added 2,145 megawatt hours (MWh) in the first quarter of 2023, a 26% decrease from Q4 2022. The grid-scale segment installed 1,553 MWh in Q1 2023, recording the second-straight quarterly decline and falling 33% below first quarter 2022 installations, according to a new report … Continue reading U.S. Grid-Scale Energy Storage Installations Record Second-Straight Quarterly Decrease
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The Evolution of Wind Turbine Technology
Harnessing the power of the wind is not a new concept. For centuries, humans have been using windmills to grind grain, pump water, and perform other mechanical tasks. However, it wasn’t until the late 19th century that the first wind turbine was developed to generate electricity. Since then, wind turbine technology has evolved dramatically, transforming … Continue reading The Evolution of Wind Turbine Technology
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Harnessing the Potential of High Altitude Wind Power
High altitude wind power is an emerging technology that has the potential to revolutionize the renewable energy sector. By tapping into the powerful and consistent winds found at higher altitudes, this innovative approach to wind energy generation could provide a reliable and abundant source of clean power for the world. With the increasing need for … Continue reading Harnessing the Potential of High Altitude Wind Power
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Serbia to launch first solar and wind energy auction
Serbia announced on Wednesday that it will launch the country’s first renewable energy auction to support wind and solar photovoltaic (PV) projects, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) said. Wind power projects with total capacity of 400 megawatts (MW) and solar PV projects with total capacity of 50 MW will be available in … Continue reading Serbia to launch first solar and wind energy auction
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Growth in global oil demand is set to slow significantly by 2028
New IEA medium-term report sees oil use for transport going into decline after 2026, but overall consumption is expected to be supported by strong petrochemicals demand. Growth in the world’s demand for oil is set to slow almost to a halt in the coming years, with the high prices and security of supply concerns highlighted … Continue reading Growth in global oil demand is set to slow significantly by 2028
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Wind power with vision: RWE to install recyclable rotor blades at Thor offshore wind farm
40 out of 72 wind turbines to be equipped with worldwide-first recyclable rotor blades from Siemens Gamesa, offshore installation expected in 2026First wind farm globally to install CO2-reduced steel towers from Siemens Gamesa. Thor to supply green electricity to more than one million Danish households. RWE is once again driving forward sustainability in wind power … Continue reading Wind power with vision: RWE to install recyclable rotor blades at Thor offshore wind farm
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