The Republic of Cyprus has secured €40 million from the Just Transition Fund for energy storage facilities, addressing the inflexibility of its electricity system in storing excess energy from renewables. Energy Minister George Papanastasiou, in a letter to Parliament, emphasizes the promotion of central and hybrid storage facilities under the “photovoltaics for all” program. Papanastasiou … Continue reading Cyprus obtains 40 million euros for storage and optimizing photovoltaics
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CIP launches new company dedicated to developing energy island projects globally
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (“CIP”) is launching Copenhagen Energy Islands (“CEI”), a new development company dedicated to developing energy islands globally with backing from Nordic, European, and North American investors, Copenhagen Energy Islands will build on CIP’s long-standing experience and expertise within offshore wind to develop energy island projects globally, and is currently developing a portfolio … Continue reading CIP launches new company dedicated to developing energy island projects globally
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20 Teams Win First Phase of Wind Turbine Materials Recycling Prize
Winning Teams Submitted Creative Solutions To Boost U.S. Wind Energy Industry Sustainability. Today, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced 20 winners of the first phase of the Wind Turbine Materials Recycling Prize. Administered by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), the $5.1 million, two-phase competition was launched in July 2023 as part of the … Continue reading 20 Teams Win First Phase of Wind Turbine Materials Recycling Prize
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Deep Wind Offshore and EDF Renewables extend offshore wind collaboration in Norway
Renewables energy major EDF Renewables has been working closely with offshore wind developer Deep Wind Offshore in Norway since 2021. The work includes delivering a competitive bid for the Utsira Nord tender. Now, the consortium has signed an agreement also targeting the auction round in 2025. EDF Renewables brings well over a decade of experience … Continue reading Deep Wind Offshore and EDF Renewables extend offshore wind collaboration in Norway
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Solaria obtains the Administrative Construction Authorization for its 595 MW Garoña photovoltaic project
Solaria has obtained the Administrative Construction Authorization for its second 595 MW Garoña flagship project. With this authorization, Solaria reiterates its goal of reaching 3 GW by the end of 2024. The Garoña photovoltaic project is a clear example of energy transition, since Solaria will replace the Santa María de Garoña nuclear power plant that … Continue reading Solaria obtains the Administrative Construction Authorization for its 595 MW Garoña photovoltaic project
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First seaweed from wind farm Kriegers Flak harvested this spring
2024 will be a year full of milestones in the WIN@sea project, in which Danish researchers are busy producing food under the surface of the sea in Scandinavia’s largest offshore wind farm, Vattenfall’s Danish Kriegers Flak. Green energy will not be the only thing in the spotlight over the coming year in Kriegers Flak, the … Continue reading First seaweed from wind farm Kriegers Flak harvested this spring
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BOEM Seeks Public Comment on Draft Environmental Analysis of Central Atlantic Offshore Wind Energy Areas
In another step by the Biden-Harris administration to support the growing momentum across America for a clean energy economy, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) today announced the availability of its draft environmental review of wind energy areas offshore the U.S. Central Atlantic region. BOEM’s Draft Environmental Assessment (EA) considers potential environmental consequences of … Continue reading BOEM Seeks Public Comment on Draft Environmental Analysis of Central Atlantic Offshore Wind Energy Areas
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China’s power generation up 8 pct in December 2023
A breakdown of the data revealed that the output of photovoltaic solar power soared 17.2 percent year on year, while that for thermal power rose 9.3 percent. The output of wind power and hydropower climbed 7.4 percent and 2.5 percent, respectively, on a yearly basis, while nuclear power generation fell 4.2 percent during the same … Continue reading China’s power generation up 8 pct in December 2023
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Statkraft plans to build 492 MW photovoltaic plant in Spain
Statkraft has submitted plans to build a 492 MW solar photovoltaic complex in Extremadura. The company made the announcement on Wednesday as it inaugurated its 55.2 MWp Talayuela II solar park in the region. He said he would invest some €295 million in the gigantic complex, which will be known as Zajuril. The Zajuril project … Continue reading Statkraft plans to build 492 MW photovoltaic plant in Spain
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Solar photovoltaic: predictions for 2024
The solar industry has reached a new stage in its evolution. With about 1.5 TWdc installed globally through 2023, and another 3 TWdc of capacity expected in the next decade, it’s no longer a burgeoning renewable energy technology – it’s a cornerstone of the global energy transition. In most markets, solar PV will grow to … Continue reading Solar photovoltaic: predictions for 2024
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Pentagon to install rooftop photovoltaic solar panels as part of clean energy plan
The Defense Department will install solar panels on the Pentagon, part of the Biden administration’s plan to promote clean energy and “reestablish the federal government as a sustainability leader.” The Pentagon is one of 31 government sites that are receiving $104 million in Energy Department grants that are expected to double the amount of carbon-free … Continue reading Pentagon to install rooftop photovoltaic solar panels as part of clean energy plan
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Portugal reached a new wind energy production record
Portugal reached a new record for wind energy production. The peak corresponded to 63 percent of national electricity consumption at that time.This is a new historical maximum: 4,917 megawatts. The peak was reached on Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. That day, most of the electricity consumption was supplied by renewable energy production. The previous maximum wind … Continue reading Portugal reached a new wind energy production record
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Ørsted takes final investment decision on Farranrory Onshore Wind Farm in Ireland
Ørsted has taken final investment decision (FID) on Farranrory Onshore Wind Farm in Tipperary, the company’s 22nd wind farm on the island of Ireland. The wind farm, which will consist of nine wind turbines and have the capacity to generate 43.2 MW of green electricity, is expected to be fully operational by the summer of … Continue reading Ørsted takes final investment decision on Farranrory Onshore Wind Farm in Ireland
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Lots of good news – and good numbers – again in offshore wind power
Things are looking up again for offshore wind in Europe. 2023 saw a record 4.2 GW of new offshore wind farms come online, up 40% on 2022. And €30bn of new investments were confirmed – covering 9 GW that’ll be built over the coming years. The supply chain is also seeing a turnaround, with new factories announced in Poland, Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands … Continue reading Lots of good news – and good numbers – again in offshore wind power
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In 2023, 1,706 MW of photovoltaic self-consumption will be installed in Spain
According to data recorded by the Spanish Photovoltaic Union (UNEF), the majority association of solar energy in Spain that already has more than 815 companies, in 2023, 1,706 MW of new installed solar energy power were installed in self-consumption facilities. According to data collected by UNEF, industrial self-consumption grew the most in 2023 with a … Continue reading In 2023, 1,706 MW of photovoltaic self-consumption will be installed in Spain
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The Spanish photovoltaic industry rejects the tax on renewables that Aragón wants to impose
The tax on the installation of renewable energy that the Government of Aragon wants to implement has aroused strong rejection among the industry. From the sector they have expressed their “disagreement” with this new rate that would record the plants that are planned throughout the territory, and warn that it will represent a significant brake … Continue reading The Spanish photovoltaic industry rejects the tax on renewables that Aragón wants to impose
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The Philippines installs the largest solar photovoltaic plant with 4,5 gigawatts
Within two years, in the first quarter of 2026, five million photovoltaic panels will be connected to a national electricity grid that will be completely relieved. The project is called Terra Solar and will generate about 4.5 gigawatt, about 12% of total Philippine demand.The future construction, which would cost about 3 billion dollars, will surpass … Continue reading The Philippines installs the largest solar photovoltaic plant with 4,5 gigawatts
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Wind energy offers many benefits to Portugal
Wind energy is a major source of electricity in Portugal, and the wind supply chain has a strong footprint there. Whilst offshore wind offers new perspectives, the speedy permitting and repowering of onshore wind farms remain key for the country to keep reaping the fruits of wind energy. Wind energy was the biggest source of … Continue reading Wind energy offers many benefits to Portugal
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ACP Statement on BLM Roadmap for Solar Development Across Western U.S.
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement today from ACP Chief Policy Officer Frank Macchiarola after the U.S. Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Land Management (BLM) published its draft Western Solar Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (PEIS): “Solar energy had a strong year in 2023 and looks to build on that upward … Continue reading ACP Statement on BLM Roadmap for Solar Development Across Western U.S.
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Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) and Ignitis win offshore wind tender in Estonia
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), through its Growth Markets Fund 2, and Ignitis Renewables will develop an offshore wind farm in the Liivi 1 seabed area in Estonia. CIP and Ignitis won the offshore wind auction after submitting the highest bid of €1.16 million. Having previously won the Liivi 2 site in Estonia’s first offshore wind … Continue reading Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) and Ignitis win offshore wind tender in Estonia
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