Vattenfall has now completed 100 per cent of the offshore wind farm Vesterhav Syd. This means Vattenfall is delivering fossil free energy to 170.000 Danish households. Vattenfall has now completed 100 per cent of the offshore wind farm Vesterhav Syd. This means Vattenfall is delivering fossil free energy to 170.000 Danish households.Every single turbine at … Continue reading Vattenfall connects Danish offshore wind farm to the grid
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Things looking up again for offshore wind power in the UK
The UK went through a bad period on offshore wind. But several good things have happened in the last two months which restore confidence. The UK now looks like it will remain Europe’s largest offshore wind market. The UK has huge ambitions for offshore wind. They have 14.7 GW today which are producing 16% of … Continue reading Things looking up again for offshore wind power in the UK
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Acciona Energía completes its first wind-solar hybrid plant
Located in the municipalities of Villalba del Rey and Tinajas (Cuenca), the new 29.4MW photovoltaic facility joins an existing 36MW wind power complex. ACCIONA Energía has completed its first hybrid renewable energy plant with the construction of a 29.4MW photovoltaic plant on the site of the existing Escepar wind farm (36MW), located in the municipalities … Continue reading Acciona Energía completes its first wind-solar hybrid plant
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Floating wind farm in Canada prepares its first wind turbines
It will be a 300 to 400 megawatt floating offshore wind project located 20 to 30 kilometers off Goldboro, Nova Scotia.The site chosen for the project stands out for its constant, fast, constant and sustained winds. Expect between 20 and 25 giant wind turbines floating along one of the longest coastlines in the world. Harnessing … Continue reading Floating wind farm in Canada prepares its first wind turbines
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Visionary wind energy veteran Eddie O’Connor dies aged 76
With great sadness we honour Dr Eddie O’Connor, who has passed away. Eddie was a world-renowned entrepreneur and leader in renewable energy. A true visionary, he inspired generations to think differently; to think of a planet electrified by renewable energy. Mainstream Renewable Power founder Dr Eddie O’Connor A fearless pioneer, he relentlessly challenged the status … Continue reading Visionary wind energy veteran Eddie O’Connor dies aged 76
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Envision Energy to supply 100 wind turbines for 300 MW wind power project in Karnataka
Envision Energy on Monday said it will supply around 100 wind turbines of 3.3 MW for a 300-MW wind farm in Karnataka.The project will be set up by investment fund Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) for Viviid Renewables (Viviid) in the southern state under a partnership, Envision Energy said.“CIP has signed a turbine supply agreement for … Continue reading Envision Energy to supply 100 wind turbines for 300 MW wind power project in Karnataka
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BOEM Announces Review of Future Development of Wind Energy Lease Areas Offshore New York and New Jersey
As part of the Biden-Harris administration’s goal of deploying 30 gigawatts (GW) of offshore wind energy capacity by 2030, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) is inviting the public to review and comment on a draft potential development of six wind lease areas offshore New York and New Jersey, in an area known as … Continue reading BOEM Announces Review of Future Development of Wind Energy Lease Areas Offshore New York and New Jersey
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Statkraft is planning record investments in Norwegian hydro and wind power
tatkraft, Europe’s largest renewable energy generator, is planning to invest up to six billion euros in upgrades to its Norwegian hydro and wind power facilities and construction of new onshore wind farms. ”Today, Statkraft is presenting the largest investment program of its kind in hydro- and wind power in Norway for decades. This will be … Continue reading Statkraft is planning record investments in Norwegian hydro and wind power
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The World Bank grants a green loan of 300 million to Iberdrola for renewable projects in emerging countries
Iberdrola receives new recognition from the World Bank, through its private sector investment arm – International Finance Corporation (IFC) –. The institution and the electricity company have signed a loan, linked to ESG criteria (environmental, social and corporate governance), of 300 million euros for renewable projects in countries that depend on fossil fuels, such as … Continue reading The World Bank grants a green loan of 300 million to Iberdrola for renewable projects in emerging countries
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Solar and wind power in Gujarat
Renewable energy has emerged as a key focus area for the state of Gujarat in India. With its abundant natural resources and favorable policies, Gujarat has become a leading player in the renewable energy sector. This article explores the various initiatives and projects undertaken by the state government to promote renewable energy, highlighting the significant … Continue reading Solar and wind power in Gujarat
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Florida can be a leader in the use of wind power and solar energy
Florida has the potential to become a leader in the use of clean, renewable energy sources. With its abundance of sunshine and access to wind resources, the state can take advantage of these natural advantages to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels. Investing in renewable energy infrastructure not only benefits the environment but also creates … Continue reading Florida can be a leader in the use of wind power and solar energy
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Suzlon bags 225 MW wind energy project
Suzlon will deploy WTGs from its 3-3.15 MW product series, featuring the larger rated 3 MW, S144-140m wind turbines.Shares of Suzlon Energy Ltd were trading 2% higher on 5 January after the company announced receiving a new order for 225 megawatt of wind energy from Everrenew Energy. In its regulatory filing, the company said that … Continue reading Suzlon bags 225 MW wind energy project
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Germany’s installed PV and wind power capacity increased by 17 GW in 2023
Germany added 2.9 GW of onshore wind power in 2023, more than the previous year. The total installed capacity at the end of 2023 was 60.9 GW. By 2030, installed capacity is expected to increase to 115 GW. To achieve this goal, 7.7 GW must be added each year in Germany. In 2023, the majority … Continue reading Germany’s installed PV and wind power capacity increased by 17 GW in 2023
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Electricity market prices return to 2021 levels in 2023 thanks to falling gas prices and the rise in renewable energy
In 2023, annual electricity market prices fell to levels similar to those of 2021, being mostly below €100/MWh. The drop in gas prices, together with the reduction in demand and the increase in renewable energy generation with respect to 2022, led to the decrease in electricity market prices. During 2023, installed solar and wind energy … Continue reading Electricity market prices return to 2021 levels in 2023 thanks to falling gas prices and the rise in renewable energy
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Brazil penalizes the import of photovoltaics
The increase in the import tax on photovoltaic solar panels, announced by Brazil in 2023, puts at risk the installation of 18 GW of solar plants, responsible for 540 thousand green jobs. This was stated by Rodrigo Sauaia, general director of ABSOLAR (Brazilian Photovoltaic Solar Energy Association), in an interview with Canal Solar. According to … Continue reading Brazil penalizes the import of photovoltaics
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Empire Wind 2 offshore wind project announces reset
Equinor and bp today announced an agreement with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) to terminate the Offshore Wind Renewable Energy Certificate (OREC) Agreement for the Empire Wind 2 project, an offshore wind project in the US with potential generative capacity of 1,260 MW. This agreement reflects changed economic circumstances on … Continue reading Empire Wind 2 offshore wind project announces reset
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The price of photovoltaic panels falls by 40% in 2023 in Brazil
The reduction in the final price for consumers of photovoltaic solar energy has been driven mainly by the increase in Chinese production capacity, which accounts for 90% of the world’s production of this photovoltaic equipment.The average 40% drop in the price of solar PV panels throughout 2023 in Brazil further increased the confidence of Brazilian … Continue reading The price of photovoltaic panels falls by 40% in 2023 in Brazil
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Wind power generated 23.5% of the electricity in Spain in 2023 and photovoltaics 14%
54.6% of the month’s electricity production was renewable and 78% free of CO2 equivalent emissions. It represents 24.6 percent more energy from renewable sources compared to December 2022.December closes a historic year for renewable energies, which have broken records for both production and participation in the national mix (50.4%).The peninsular demand was 3.7% higher in … Continue reading Wind power generated 23.5% of the electricity in Spain in 2023 and photovoltaics 14%
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Iberdrola starts commissioning Vineyard Wind I, the largest offshore wind farm in the U.S.
Iberdrola has started to commission the Vineyard Wind I offshore wind farm – the first large-scale project of this technology in the United States. The facility, with 806 MW of capacity, has already begun to supply green energy to Massachusetts, a state that will be supplied with wind energy to more than 400,000 homes – … Continue reading Iberdrola starts commissioning Vineyard Wind I, the largest offshore wind farm in the U.S.
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Nordex receives an order for 106 MW of wind power from Capital Energy in Spain
At the end of 2023, Nordex received an order from Capital Energy for 106 MW in Spain. In spring 2025, the Nordex Group will deliver and install 18 N163/5.X wind turbines for the “Mareas I and II” wind farm near Mequinenza, in the province of Zaragoza. The Delta4000 series wind turbines will be installed on … Continue reading Nordex receives an order for 106 MW of wind power from Capital Energy in Spain
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