The long processing of renewable projects in the Valencian Community has been a problem that for years has blocked the start-up of plants, thus slowing down the region’s green transition. So much so that at this moment there is a plug of 400 unresolved files and there are only 2,406.8 MW installed from renewable sources, … Continue reading José Donoso (UNEF): “With the decree there will be a significant change in photovoltaics after years of blockade”
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India’s photovoltaic (PV) capacity reaches 85.4 GW
India’s installed PV capacity has increased to 85.4 GW, according to recent data from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. This marks a significant increase from the 73.3 GW recorded at the end of 2023, underscoring the country’s progress on its clean energy ambitions. Rajasthan leads the country with 22.4 GW of installed PV … Continue reading India’s photovoltaic (PV) capacity reaches 85.4 GW
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Energy storage: global capacity to increase by 1 TW by 2033
Global energy storage capacity – excluding pumped hydropower – will increase by almost 1 TW between 2024 and 2033, representing an increase of 636%. Tax incentives and hybrid auctions will accelerate the expansion of the technology around the world. According to consulting firm Wood Mackenzie in its latest report, this makes this technology one of … Continue reading Energy storage: global capacity to increase by 1 TW by 2033
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Libyan renewable energy stakeholders trained in quality in solar photovoltaic projects
GIZ Libya reported yesterday that, in collaboration with Fraunhofer IES, the largest solar research institute in Europe, it is supporting its partner the Renewable Energy Authority of Libya (REAoL) to ensure quality in Solar PV projects. Quality assurance in renewable energy, GIZ Libya explained, ensures quality control for products and services. This process helps mitigate … Continue reading Libyan renewable energy stakeholders trained in quality in solar photovoltaic projects
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Offshore Wind Turbines Offer Path for Clean Hydrogen Production
Using electricity generated by offshore wind turbines as one pathway to split water to produce clean hydrogen may make economic sense, particularly along the U.S. Atlantic Coast and in the Gulf of Mexico, according to researchers at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The economics work best in regions where the water is not as … Continue reading Offshore Wind Turbines Offer Path for Clean Hydrogen Production
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Elecnor begins construction of a 320 MW wind power plant in Mexico
The construction of this new wind farm is expected to generate more than 2,000 direct and indirect jobs. Elecnor has recently been awarded a contract in Mexico for the engineering, supply and construction of the Cimarrón wind farm of around 320 MW, located in La Rumorosa and in the municipality of Tecate, Baja California. The … Continue reading Elecnor begins construction of a 320 MW wind power plant in Mexico
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As climate change threatens hydropower, Zambia and Zimbabwe hurry toward photovoltaic solar power
Zambia and Zimbabwe, two southern African countries heavily reliant on Lake Kariba for power generation, are facing extended daily power cuts of 12 to 18 hours due to dropping water levels caused by climate change. The two countries are predominantly dependent on hydropower on Kariba – the world’s largest man-made lake on their shared border … Continue reading As climate change threatens hydropower, Zambia and Zimbabwe hurry toward photovoltaic solar power
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EU Member States must take urgent action on NECPs and overriding public interest
On 30 June two significant deadlines passed. First, Member States had to submit their revised National Energy and Climate Plans (NECPs) to the European Commission. Second, Governments had to implement the permitting provisions under the new Renewable Energy Directive (REDIII). On both fronts Member States are lagging behind. They must take urgent action. Otherwise the … Continue reading EU Member States must take urgent action on NECPs and overriding public interest
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Ørsted successfully pilots new technology that further optimises offshore wind monopile installation
Building on existing marine life protections, Ørsted has developed a new, lower-noise installation method that could potentially revolutionise the way offshore wind foundations are installed. The groundbreaking new technology has been successfully tested in Germany, proving that this innovative approach can dramatically reduce noise levels during foundation installations, strengthening existing protections to marine life and … Continue reading Ørsted successfully pilots new technology that further optimises offshore wind monopile installation
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Iberdrola’s wind power production marks historical highs in the semester
Iberdrola’s steadfast commitment to investing in clean energy and decarbonisation has enabled the company to set a new renewable energy production record in the first half of 2024. Renewables production exceeded 45,000 GWh globally (45,181 GWh) – an increase of 5.3% compared to the same period last year. The record production figure was driven by … Continue reading Iberdrola’s wind power production marks historical highs in the semester
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Photovoltaic solar energy will cover 10% of Switzerland’s electricity needs
This year, solar photovoltaics will cover more than 10% of Switzerland’s total electricity demand for the first time. This is equivalent to more electricity than the Beznau nuclear power plant, according to the Swiss Solar Energy Association. Since 2020, the Swiss photovoltaic market has followed a strong growth trajectory, with annual growth of more than … Continue reading Photovoltaic solar energy will cover 10% of Switzerland’s electricity needs
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Suzlon secures order for 103.95 MW of wind power from AMPIN Energy Transition
Supply 33 wind turbines with a nominal power of 3.15 MW each. Project at the client’s premises in Fatehgarh district of Rajasthan, with a total installed capacity of 103.95 MW.Suzlon Group, India’s largest renewable energy solutions provider, today announced the award of a new order for the development of a 103.95 MW wind power project … Continue reading Suzlon secures order for 103.95 MW of wind power from AMPIN Energy Transition
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Tripling renewable energy by 2030 requires a minimum annual growth rate of 16.4%
The Renewable Energy Statistics 2024 released by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) today shows that despite renewables becoming the fastest growing source of power, the world risks missing the tripling renewables target pledged at COP28. To stay the course, the world will now have to grow renewables capacity at a minimum 16.4% rate annually … Continue reading Tripling renewable energy by 2030 requires a minimum annual growth rate of 16.4%
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Renewable energy statistics 2024
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) produces comprehensive, reliable datasets on renewable energy capacity and use worldwide. Renewable energy statistics 2024 provides datasets on power-generation capacity for 2014-2023, actual power generation for 2014-2022 and renewable energy balances for over 150 countries and areas for 2021-2022. Data was obtained from a variety of sources, including an … Continue reading Renewable energy statistics 2024
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Nordex further expands its presence in the wind power in Lithuania with a new order of 42 MW
At the end of June 2024, the Nordex Group signed a contract with the E energija group for the supply and installation of six N163/6.X wind turbines for a 42 MW wind farm in Lithuania. The order also includes a Premium-Plus service contract for the maintenance of the turbines for 35 years. The wind farm … Continue reading Nordex further expands its presence in the wind power in Lithuania with a new order of 42 MW
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Iberdrola starts the Powell Creek photovoltaic plant in the United States
Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, announced that it recently installed the “Golden Row” at its Powell Creek solar project in Putnam County, Ohio near Miller City. The Golden Row represents the first row of solar panels for which the rest of construction will be modeled … Continue reading Iberdrola starts the Powell Creek photovoltaic plant in the United States
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Photovoltaics and storage: latest market studies show dynamic growth
The Global Market Outlook for Solar Power 2024-2028 highlights the dynamic growth of photovoltaics. (Graphic: Business Wire) The deployment of renewable sources of energy is picking up speed around the world. The impressive results of several market surveys recently presented at The smarter E Europe 2024 prove this. Photovoltaics (PV) and storage systems in particular … Continue reading Photovoltaics and storage: latest market studies show dynamic growth
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China building two-thirds of world’s wind energy and photovoltaic solar projects
Country on track reach 1,200GW of installed wind power and photovoltaic capacity by end of 2024 – six years ahead of Beijing’s target. Between March 2023 and March 2024, China installed more solar than it had in the previous three years combined, and more than the rest of the world combined for 2023, the GEM … Continue reading China building two-thirds of world’s wind energy and photovoltaic solar projects
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South America to see onshore wind power capacity double in the next 10 years
South America’s cumulative onshore wind capacity will double to 79 gigawatts (GW) in the next 10 years as developers install 40 GW of new capacity by 2033, according to Wood Mackenzie’s latest South America onshore wind power outlook. 2023 was a record year with 5.9 GW of onshore wind additions in South America, helped by … Continue reading South America to see onshore wind power capacity double in the next 10 years
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China builds twice as much wind power and photovoltaic capacity as the rest of the world
China consolidates its position as a world leader in renewable energy, currently building twice as much wind and photovoltaic capacity as the rest of the world, according to a study published this Thursday. The Asian giant, with 1.4 billion inhabitants and numerous factories due to its status as a manufacturing country, is the world’s largest … Continue reading China builds twice as much wind power and photovoltaic capacity as the rest of the world
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