China will need to expand its current solar and wind energy capacity by eight- to tenfold to fulfill its 2060 carbon neutrality goals, a University of California-led study has found. Achieving these aims will also require large-scale construction of transmission lines, as well as more coordinated national-level policies in place of impromptu local decisions, according … Continue reading China needs huge expansion of photovoltaic solar, wind power to reach climate goals
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Vestas wins order for 153 MW of wind in the US
Vestas has received an order for 153 MW to power an undisclosed wind farm in the United States. The order consists of 34 V150-4.5 MW wind turbines. The orders include the supply, delivery and commissioning of the wind turbines, as well as a multi-year Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) service agreement, designed to ensure … Continue reading Vestas wins order for 153 MW of wind in the US
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North Africa’s Renewable Potential and Strategic Location Reinforce Its Role in Energy Transition
North Africa – Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Morocco, Tunisia, and Sudan – faces significant challenges due to climate change, which increasingly disrupts the region’s economies that rely on agriculture, fishery and tourism. Climate mitigation efforts, including renewable energy deployment is therefore crucial for the region’s climate resilience, while further developing their economies. Fortunately, the region is … Continue reading North Africa’s Renewable Potential and Strategic Location Reinforce Its Role in Energy Transition
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New Study Finds Treasury’s Proposed Time-Matching Rules Would Stifle Adoption of Green Hydrogen
As the comments period comes to a close on the U.S. Treasury Department’s proposed guidance on clean energy investment and production tax credits for green hydrogen projects, a new study conducted by global energy and natural resources research and consulting firm Wood Mackenzie and commissioned by the American Clean Power Association (ACP) shows the Administration’s … Continue reading New Study Finds Treasury’s Proposed Time-Matching Rules Would Stifle Adoption of Green Hydrogen
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Mexico has the potential to develop more photovoltaic plants: AMIF
In Mexico there is an excellent opportunity to develop photovoltaic plants, stated Carlos Ortiz, former president of the Mexican Association of the Photovoltaic Industry (AMIF). According to the expert, the average amount of solar radiation received in the country is five kilowatt hours (kWh) for every square meter per day. “In general, there are elements … Continue reading Mexico has the potential to develop more photovoltaic plants: AMIF
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The United States installed 63 GW of new power generation this year, of which photovoltaic accounted for 60 percent.
According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, the U.S. will add 62.8 gigawatts (GW) of installed utility-scale generation in 2024. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s latest forecast, in 2024, the U.S. will add 62.8 gigawatts of new utility-scale power generation. This new capacity compared to 40.4 GW in 2023, an increase of 55%. … Continue reading The United States installed 63 GW of new power generation this year, of which photovoltaic accounted for 60 percent.
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Green hydrogen production from offshore wind energy in Vietnam
With the characteristics of zero carbon emissions and high energy conversion efficiency, the production of green hydrogen from offshore wind energy becomes the optimal solution applied today by many countries in the world in the energy transition. This is also one of the innovative solutions that Vietnam intends to implement to achieve the goal of … Continue reading Green hydrogen production from offshore wind energy in Vietnam
Continue readingChina’s photovoltaics (PV) enjoy brighter prospects
Photovoltaic (PV) producers have delayed or canceled capacity expansion plans and even reduced production, partially addressing overcapacity issues. China’s solar photovoltaic (PV) industry’s protracted battle against overcapacity may be coming to an end, after years of bitter price wars and rapid capacity creation that plunged half the sector into the red, leaving which forced closures … Continue reading China’s photovoltaics (PV) enjoy brighter prospects
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Kazakhstan seeks to harness huge wind energy potential
Kazakhstan may soon become one of the world leaders in wind power generation, the country’s Minister of Energy, Almasadam Satkaliev told a parliamentary commission on February 23rd. According to the minister, as the world’s ninth-largest country, Kazakhstan has significant potential for the development of the renewable energy sector, with its vast territory highly suited to … Continue reading Kazakhstan seeks to harness huge wind energy potential
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Global Wind Energy Council opens new global headquarters in Lisbon
The Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) has today officially opened its new global headquarters in Lisbon, Portugal. The office at Lisbon’s Unicorn Factory places GWEC at the heart of the city’s innovative cleantech sector, at a time when Portugal is undergoing a second wave of renewable energy development, including a major tender for new offshore … Continue reading Global Wind Energy Council opens new global headquarters in Lisbon
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Wind power to methanol project to be launched in Inner Mongolia
A project to produce hydrogen and methanol from 2 million kW wind power will be launched in the Hinggan League of north China’s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, according to a development agreement signed recently. The project, run by China General Nuclear Power Corporation with a total investment of about 16 billion yuan (about $2.25 billion), … Continue reading Wind power to methanol project to be launched in Inner Mongolia
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How Much Do Photovoltaic Panels Cost In 2024?
The cost of solar panels ranges anywhere from $8,500 to $30,500, with the average 6kW solar system falling around $12,700. Solar panel prices vary based on where you live, the size of the system, the type of solar panels and more. With so many factors that go into the final price tag of your solar … Continue reading How Much Do Photovoltaic Panels Cost In 2024?
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Ørsted and Incheon City sign MoU to establish world-class offshore wind power industry in Korea’s Incheon region
Ørsted has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Incheon Metropolitan City, Korea, to cooperate on developing a world-class offshore wind power industry in the region. The aim of the agreement is to establish a successful local wind power industry driven by Ørsted’s 1.6 GW offshore wind project off the coast of Incheon. Photo from the … Continue reading Ørsted and Incheon City sign MoU to establish world-class offshore wind power industry in Korea’s Incheon region
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ACP Statement on Major Milestone for Empire Wind
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from Anne Reynolds, ACP Vice President for Offshore Wind, after the Department of the Interior approved the Construction and Operations Plan for Equinor’s Empire Wind project in New York: “This is a milestone for Empire Wind and domestic offshore wind as a whole. When it … Continue reading ACP Statement on Major Milestone for Empire Wind
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In 2023, India added 7.5 GW of photovoltaic solar capacity
In 2023, India added 7.5 GW of photovoltaic solar capacity, a sharp drop from the 13.4 GW installed in 2022. Large-scale photovoltaic (PV) solar installations took the biggest hit, decreasing by 50.8% to 5.8 GW from the previous year’s 11.7 GW. Large-scale projects made up 77.2% of the annual additions, with rooftop solar contributing 22.8%. … Continue reading In 2023, India added 7.5 GW of photovoltaic solar capacity
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Avangrid’s Fourth Wind Farm in Illinois Achieves Commercial Operation
Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today announced Midland Wind has achieved commercial operation. The 106 MW wind farm located in Henry County is the company’s fourth wind farm in Illinois, bringing total capacity in the state to more than 600 MW. “We are proud to … Continue reading Avangrid’s Fourth Wind Farm in Illinois Achieves Commercial Operation
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Photovoltaic solar energy boom in Chile: in less than two months there are already 20 projects for more than US$ 2 billion
Only 52 days of the year have passed and what experts have called “a solar energy boom” is in full swing, according to the projects entered into environmental processing. As of February 20, a total of 81 projects from various economic sectors have entered the list of the Environmental Evaluation Service (SEA). Of them, 20 … Continue reading Photovoltaic solar energy boom in Chile: in less than two months there are already 20 projects for more than US$ 2 billion
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South Africa’s central province bets on photovoltaic solar energy
The South African province of Gauteng is moving ahead with plans to establish a solar park with a capacity of at least 800 megawatts (MW) that will be connected to the national grid. According to Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi, the long-term plan with Sibanye-Stillwater Town Council already has approval for the lease of land to … Continue reading South Africa’s central province bets on photovoltaic solar energy
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Chinese-built solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant shines in northern Bangladesh
Mymensingh district in north-central Bangladesh has a diverse landscape of valleys and mountainous terrain. With a height of 19 meters above the sea, the district is the highest place of all the main cities of the delta country. Due to its elevation, the district enjoys more sunlight than anywhere else in the South Asian country. … Continue reading Chinese-built solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant shines in northern Bangladesh
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Vestas wins order for 63 MW of wind power in Italy
Vestas has received an order for 63 MW for a wind farm in Italy. The contract includes the supply and installation of 14 V150-4.5 MW wind turbines, as well as a 10-year Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) service contract. “This order demonstrates the suitability of our latest models for the Italian market. We hope … Continue reading Vestas wins order for 63 MW of wind power in Italy
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