The U.S. Department of Energy has awarded a $2.5 million grant to a team of researchers led by Oregon State University. The funding will be used to conduct a study on how coastal communities perceive and benefit from the potential development of offshore wind energy projects. The study will be carried out by the Pacific … Continue reading The Benefits of Offshore Wind Energy for Coastal Communities
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Vestas wins 115 MW wind power project in Sweden
Vestas has received a firm order from OX2 Construction AB for the Anglarna wind farm in Sweden. The order consists of 18 V162-6.2 MW wind turbines in 6.4 MW optimized power mode and includes the supply, delivery and commissioning of the turbines. Upon completion, Vestas will service the turbines under a 35-year Active Output Management … Continue reading Vestas wins 115 MW wind power project in Sweden
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ACP to Air Offshore Wind Ad Targeting New Jersey Residents During Eagles vs. Jets Game
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) will air an ad titled “Offshore Wind is Investing in New Jersey” during Sunday’s Philadelphia Eagles vs. New York Jets NFL game, which starts at 4:25 PM ET. The ad highlights the economic and energy benefits of offshore wind, particularly to New Jersey’s coastal communities. “Offshore wind is delivering thousands of jobs … Continue reading ACP to Air Offshore Wind Ad Targeting New Jersey Residents During Eagles vs. Jets Game
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China powers up Bangladesh’s wind power project
The first centralized wind power project in Bangladesh, the Cox’s Bazar wind power project, is connected to the grid and started power generation on Thursday, said its operator China’s State Power Investment Corp. Upon operation, the project will provide Bangladesh with about 145 million kilowatt hours of clean electricity per year, reduce coal consumption by … Continue reading China powers up Bangladesh’s wind power project
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Rosatom Subsidiary To Build Wind Power Plant In Kyrgyzstan
NovaWind, a subsidiary of Rosatom, the Russian state nuclear energy corporation, is planning to construct a 100-megawatt wind farm in the Issyk-Kul region of Kyrgyzstan, Trend reports. This wind energy project was formalized through an agreement signed between NovaWind and the Russian-Kyrgyz Development Fund at the 10th Kyrgyz-Russian Interregional Conference in Jalal-Abad.The construction of this … Continue reading Rosatom Subsidiary To Build Wind Power Plant In Kyrgyzstan
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Global solar power capacity to increase 32% compared to 2022
Solar energy continues its relentless penetration into the world’s energy system, driven by strong policy support, attractive pricing, and the technology’s modular nature. We expect over 320 GWdc of solar to be installed this year, which represents a 20% increase compared to our projections from last quarter. Our latest global solar forecasts have global installations … Continue reading Global solar power capacity to increase 32% compared to 2022
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Statkraft aims for co-existence between reindeer husbandry and wind power
In the Fosen case, Statkraft’s goal is to find a solution that combines the affected reindeer herders’ right to practice their culture in co-existence with the Fosen Wind Farm. Statkraft regrets the burden the Fosen case has caused for the affected Sámi reindeer herders at Sør-Fosen, Norway. We are doing all we can to help … Continue reading Statkraft aims for co-existence between reindeer husbandry and wind power
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AQUADA-GO – New drone technology uses Artificial Intelligence to examine offshore wind turbine blades
It’s sometimes hard to get an annual medical check-up while you’re hard at work. While it’s sometimes the case for humans, it’s also no less an issue for wind turbines. In response, RWE, DTU Wind and Energy Systems and Quali Drone have worked together to find a state-of-the-art, high-tech solution, combining new drone technology with … Continue reading AQUADA-GO – New drone technology uses Artificial Intelligence to examine offshore wind turbine blades
Continue readingACP Statement on NYSPSC Offshore Wind Ruling
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from ACP CEO Jason Grumet after the New York State Public Service Commission (NYSPSC) denied petitions requesting inflation adjustments for wind and solar energy projects in New York: “With one shortsighted decision, the NYSPSC has thrown New York’s environmental and clean energy future into peril. … Continue reading ACP Statement on NYSPSC Offshore Wind Ruling
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Envision develops 653.4 MW of wind power in India
Envision Energy, a global leader in wind turbines announced on Thursday that it has secured a major wind farm from JSW Energy in India. The project, which is expected to come online in a phased manner by the end of 2024, will have a capacity of 653.4 megawatts (MW) and will contribute to India’s goal … Continue reading Envision develops 653.4 MW of wind power in India
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Major energy security milestone as world’s largest offshore wind farm produces first power
Dogger Bank is now connected to Britain’s national grid and has started exporting electricity for the first time to British homes and businesses. This is a major milestone in the development of the industry and the transition to a cleaner, more secure energy system. The 3.6 GW Dogger Bank Wind Farm is being constructed in … Continue reading Major energy security milestone as world’s largest offshore wind farm produces first power
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Nordex secures wind turbine orders for 2.2 gigawatts of wind power in the third quarter of 2023
Including two additional projects from Chile and Brazil totaling around 560 MW, Nordex received orders for 365 wind turbines with a total nameplate capacity of 2.2 Gigawatts (GW) in the third quarter of 2023, compared to 277 wind turbines with 1 .4 GW in the previous year quarter. The average selling price (ASP) in euros … Continue reading Nordex secures wind turbine orders for 2.2 gigawatts of wind power in the third quarter of 2023
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Infrastructure Reform is Key to Accelerating Africa’s Energy Transition
With 80% of the world’s population without access to electricity residing in Sub-Saharan Africa, it is clear that the current fossil fuel-based energy system fails to meet Africa’s power needs. Something needs to be done quickly. Renewables offer a compelling solution. Not only are they the most rapidly deployable and versatile technology available. They are … Continue reading Infrastructure Reform is Key to Accelerating Africa’s Energy Transition
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Voltaire installs first next generation wind turbines at Dogger Bank
Jan De Nul Group’s newest jack-up installation vessel, Voltaire, recently installed her very first offshore wind turbine at Dogger Bank. Soon after installing the first of 277 wind turbines, this first turbine has produced first power. The installation and first power of the first GE Haliade-X turbine at Dogger Bank A was confirmed. The precision … Continue reading Voltaire installs first next generation wind turbines at Dogger Bank
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Annual Wind Workforce Outlook highlights huge global demand for new wind technicians by 2027
New figures clarify the workforce challenge facing the global wind industry with nearly 600,000 technicians needed during the next five years – with more than 240,000 of these roles new recruits to the industry. The Global Wind Organisation (GWO) and Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) have published their latest joint report forecasting the numbers of … Continue reading Annual Wind Workforce Outlook highlights huge global demand for new wind technicians by 2027
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Whitelee, the largest onshore wind farm in the United Kingdom for more than 15 years
Whitelee Onshore Wind Farm, located 20 minutes from the center of Glasgow, has been producing clean, renewable energy in the heart of Scotland since 2008. With 215 wind turbines and 539 megawatts installed, it is the largest onshore wind farm in the UK, distinguished for its excellent management and care of the environment. Whitelee, with … Continue reading Whitelee, the largest onshore wind farm in the United Kingdom for more than 15 years
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Lower gas and CO2 prices and more wind energy drive European electricity market prices down in first week of October
In the first week of October, average prices in most European electricity markets were below €85/MWh and lower than the previous week in almost all markets. However, in some hours and markets, prices exceeded €200/MWh. In MIBEL, the highest hourly price since March was registered on the 9th. Wind energy production increased and in Germany … Continue reading Lower gas and CO2 prices and more wind energy drive European electricity market prices down in first week of October
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World’s largest offshore wind farm produces power for the first time
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak hails Dogger Bank’s role in bolstering energy security, creating jobs, lowering costs, and achieving Net Zero. First wind power achieved at UK’s Dogger Bank as the first of 277 wind turbines installed 130km from UK coast. Dogger Bank is now connected via HVDC technology to Britain’s national grid and providing … Continue reading World’s largest offshore wind farm produces power for the first time
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Windscope launches to bring ‘more scalable’ approach to advanced wind O&M
Windscope, a new hardware-free platform for maximising wind turbine health and availability, today marks its formal launch to the market, following a successful 9-month beta testing phase. The platform, developed by the data science and engineering team behind industrial AI company Ada Mode, is designed to bring advanced health monitoring technology to asset managers and … Continue reading Windscope launches to bring ‘more scalable’ approach to advanced wind O&M
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Jumbo Offshore to transport & install TPs for Van Oord (Baltic Eagle Offshore Wind Farm)
Under the contract, Jumbo Offshore will be responsible for transportation and installation (T&I) of transition pieces from the marshalling yard to the offshore wind farm site. “To date, Jumbo Offshore has transported and installed over 400 transition pieces with our DP2 heavy lift vessels,” says Brian Boutkan, Manager Commerce at Jumbo Offshore. “After working together … Continue reading Jumbo Offshore to transport & install TPs for Van Oord (Baltic Eagle Offshore Wind Farm)
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