Vattenfall has decided to enter a bid for the sites, Alpha and Beta, of the Dutch IJmuiden Ver offshore wind tender. IJmuiden Ver consists of two sites, each with a 2 GW capacity. Plans for site Alpha focus on biodiversity criteria, while Beta is focused on system integration. With entering the bids, Vattenfall wants to … Continue reading Vattenfall to participate in the Dutch offshore wind tender IJmuiden Ver with ‘Zeevonk’
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China’s photovoltaic product exports amounted to US$47.59 billion in 2023
Chinese photovoltaic (PV) solar power industry urged to stay united in face of US pressure. Industry body says companies should avoid ‘disorderly and vicious’ competition. US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen recently said she would push for measures to address overcapacity in China. The US has said it will target overcpacity in the Chinese solar power … Continue reading China’s photovoltaic product exports amounted to US$47.59 billion in 2023
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China adds record 36.72 GW photovoltaic solar power in Jan-Feb 2024
China‘s photovoltaic (PV) solar power surge continues with a record-breaking installation of 36.72 GW in the first two months of 2024, as per the data released by the National Energy Administration on March 25th. By February’s end, China’s total power capacity reached 2.97 terawatts (TW), up by 14.7% from last year. Solar power alone contributed … Continue reading China adds record 36.72 GW photovoltaic solar power in Jan-Feb 2024
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Vestas secures 554 MW wind order for V163-4.5 MW wind turbines in the US
Vestas has received a 554 MW order for an undisclosed wind farm in the US. The order consists of 123 V163-4.5 MW wind turbines, Vestas’ newest high-capacity factor wind turbine. 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, … Continue reading Vestas secures 554 MW wind order for V163-4.5 MW wind turbines in the US
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Conditions for the assembly, this year, of the first 46 large photovoltaic solar plants in Cuba
The investment project until 2028 foresees a total of 92 sites of 21 megawatts of power each. The completion of an investment process that includes, until 2028, the installation of 92 photovoltaic solar plants, with the capacity to generate 2,000 megawatts, has already been launched, Vicente de la O Levy, Minister of Energy and Mines, … Continue reading Conditions for the assembly, this year, of the first 46 large photovoltaic solar plants in Cuba
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India to approve standards for photovoltaic modules from April 2024
In the latest developments in India’s renewable energy sector, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued an official memorandum announcing important updates for solar photovoltaic (PV) module manufacturers. According to memorandum number 283/16/2023-GRID SOLAR, dated March 29, 2024, the MNRE has indicated that the Approved Models and Manufacturers of Solar Photovoltaic Modules … Continue reading India to approve standards for photovoltaic modules from April 2024
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Vestas wins an order for 81 MW of wind power in Italy
The Italian renewable energy producer Edison Rinnovabili has placed an order for 81 MW for the repowering of the Roio del Sangro, Monteferrante Guado, Monteferrante Casone and Montazzoli wind farms, in Abruzzo, Italy. The contract includes the supply and installation of 18 V136-4.5 MW wind turbines, as well as a 10-year operation and maintenance service … Continue reading Vestas wins an order for 81 MW of wind power in Italy
Continue readingVestas secures an order for 77 MW of wind power in South Korea
Vestas has secured a 77 MW order with GS E&R for the YD1 wind farm in Gyeongsang-do, South Korea. The order includes the supply and installation supervision of 18 V136-4.2 MW wind turbines delivered in 4.3 MW operational mode. “We would like to thank GS E&R for their confidence in our proven solutions and we … Continue reading Vestas secures an order for 77 MW of wind power in South Korea
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Vestas secures an order for 88 MW of wind power for three projects in Sweden
Vestas has received an order from Eolus for the Fågelås, Boarp and Dållebo projects in Sweden. The projects consist of seven V162-6.2 MW wind turbines delivered in 6.4 MW power mode, four V162-6.2 MW wind turbines and four V150-4.5 MW respectively and include supply, delivery and commissioning in turbine service. Upon completion, Vestas will service … Continue reading Vestas secures an order for 88 MW of wind power for three projects in Sweden
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Peru: 4 wind energy and photovoltaic solar power plants begin operations in 2024
Investment in project execution exceeds US$530 million and will add 507 megawatts of power to the National Interconnected Electric System (SEIN). The investment in the execution of these projects exceeds 530 million dollars. These plants are located in the regions of Ica, Arequipa and Moquegua; and will help Peru increase the non-conventional renewable energy component … Continue reading Peru: 4 wind energy and photovoltaic solar power plants begin operations in 2024
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Brazil reaches sixth position in the world ranking of photovoltaic solar energy (PV)
Brazil ended 2023 in sixth place in the world ranking of photovoltaic solar energy generation, shows a report from the International Renewable Energy Agency (Irena). According to the study, the country reached 37 GW of installed capacity and gained two positions compared to the 2022 list, surpassing Italy and Australia. The ranking takes into account … Continue reading Brazil reaches sixth position in the world ranking of photovoltaic solar energy (PV)
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Türkiye’s solar power photovoltaic capacity surpasses 12,000 MW milestone
The total installed capacity of solar energy in Türkiye exceeded 12,000 megawatts (MW) for the first time as of the end of February and reached 12,425 megawatts, according to the statement issued by the country’s Energy and Natural Resources Ministry on Thursday. The statement from the ministry featured a graphic of the total solar capacity … Continue reading Türkiye’s solar power photovoltaic capacity surpasses 12,000 MW milestone
Continue readingIndia adds 24 GW of solar photovoltaic manufacturing capacity in 2023
India has added a whopping 24 GW of solar module and cell capacity in 2023. Gujarat led the total new capacity addition followed by Rajasthan and Tamil Nadu. During the calendar year, the country added 20.8 GW of solar modules and 3.2 GW of solar cell capacity, taking the cumulative solar module manufacturing capacity to … Continue reading India adds 24 GW of solar photovoltaic manufacturing capacity in 2023
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Billion dollar increase for solar photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing in Australia
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has today welcomed $1 billion in new funding to help unlock domestic solar photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing across the entire supply chain. The Australian Government announced the establishment of the Solar Sunshot program to grow solar PV manufacturing in Australia and provide a pathway for the rich history of local … Continue reading Billion dollar increase for solar photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing in Australia
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Nordex receives an order for 264 MW of wind power in Lithuania
UAB Renerga, the main developer of wind energy projects in Lithuania and a company of the Achema Group, contracted the Nordex Group for the supply of 40 N163/6.X wind turbines. The Delta4000 series wind turbines are designed for the 264 MW Pagegiai wind farm project in the west of the country. The contract also includes … Continue reading Nordex receives an order for 264 MW of wind power in Lithuania
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ACP Statement on Empire Wind’s South Brooklyn Marine Terminal Project Labor Agreement
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from Anne Reynolds, ACP Vice President for Offshore Wind, after Equinor, union leaders, and elected officials from New York announced a Project Labor Agreement (PLA) for the construction of the South Brooklyn Marine Terminal (SBMT), which will support and serve as a staging area for … Continue reading ACP Statement on Empire Wind’s South Brooklyn Marine Terminal Project Labor Agreement
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RWE expands its UK offshore wind development portfolio by 4.2 gigawatts
Acquisition of the three Norfolk offshore wind projects from Vattenfall completedMajority of Vattenfall’s Norfolk team to join RWE to forge ahead with the development of the three projects off the East Anglian coast as part of RWE’s Growing Green investment and growth plansWell-advanced offshore wind projects with Norfolk Vanguard West and Norfolk Vanguard East having … Continue reading RWE expands its UK offshore wind development portfolio by 4.2 gigawatts
Continue readingGreece installed 1.59 GW of solar photovoltaic in 2023, bringing the country’s cumulative capacity to 7.1 GW
The Greek public administration does not have an institution that publishes regular energy statistics for all technologies and supporting schemes. Therefore, different institutions often publish reports covering different market segments, creating confusion about the country’s installed electricity capacity. Dapeep, which is Greece’s renewable energy source operator, is an example of this. Dapeep said Greece installed … Continue reading Greece installed 1.59 GW of solar photovoltaic in 2023, bringing the country’s cumulative capacity to 7.1 GW
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China dominates the top 5 in the BNEF wind turbine manufacturers ranking for wind energy in 2023
Of the overall wind additions last year, 90% were onshore and 11 GW was offshore, of which 7.6 GW in China. Mingyang doubled its annual offshore installations to almost 3 GW to rank first in offshore wind in 2023. In terms of markets, mainland China accounted for two thirds of global installations, distantly followed by … Continue reading China dominates the top 5 in the BNEF wind turbine manufacturers ranking for wind energy in 2023
Continue readingVestas wins 37 MW wind power project in Poland
Vestas has received a firm order from Energa Green Development, a subsidiary of the ORLEN Group, for the Szybowice wind farm in Opolskie, Poland. The order consists of 17 V110-2.0 MW wind turbines in 2.2 MW power mode and includes the supply, delivery and commissioning of the wind turbines. Upon completion, Vestas will service the … Continue reading Vestas wins 37 MW wind power project in Poland
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