China has built complete industrial chains for the research and development (R&D), design, and integrated manufacturing of wind and photovoltaic (PV) equipment, according to a white paper titled “China’s Energy Transition” recently issued by the State Council Information Office. The high conversion efficiency of crystalline silicon/perovskite PV cell technology has established multiple world bests, and … Continue reading China’s photovoltaic industry continues its rise thanks to continuous innovation, development
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2023 was a record-breaking milestone for photovoltaic solar power
Globally, 347 gigawatts (GW) of photovoltaic (PV) capacity were added to power generation in 2023, which has made it a record-breaking year for solar power generation, revealed a new report released on October 01, 2024. The report, Renewable Energy and Jobs – Annual Review 2024 is the product of a continuing collaboration between the International … Continue reading 2023 was a record-breaking milestone for photovoltaic solar power
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Electricity distributed by Iberdrola reaches all-time highs
Iberdrola’s distributed electricity has reached an all-time high, registering 177,943 GWh in the first nine months, an increase of 2.5% compared to the same period last year. The good performance in electricity distribution was driven by the recovery of electricity demand in all the markets where the company is present. To respond to this increase … Continue reading Electricity distributed by Iberdrola reaches all-time highs
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Iraq plans its first wind power project
Wind farm identified in Wasit province, consultations underway with developers.Iraq is planning to launch its first wind energy project in a bid to address its long-standing electricity shortages and diversify its energy sources. The Ministry of Electricity has chosen the Shihabi area in Wasit province, located in eastern Iraq, as the site for the project, … Continue reading Iraq plans its first wind power project
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Morocco inaugurates new wind farm near Essaouira
The National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE) recently inaugurated the 270 MW Jbel Lahdid wind farm in the province of Essaouira. This addition brings Morocco’s total renewable energy capacity to 5,440 MW, of which 2,400 MW is wind-generated, representing 45% of the country’s total production capacity. The project aligns with Morocco’s ambitious goal … Continue reading Morocco inaugurates new wind farm near Essaouira
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Global Goal of Tripling Renewables Needs USD 1.5 Trillion Investment Per Year
Official tracking report of UAE Consensus energy goals confirms significant gaps in progress towards tripling renewables and doubling energy efficiency by 2030; recommends priority actions and dramatic scale of investment for next round of NDCs. Despite an unprecedented acceleration in renewable energy deployment in 2023, progress falls short to triple renewables by 2030. Current national … Continue reading Global Goal of Tripling Renewables Needs USD 1.5 Trillion Investment Per Year
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Ørsted has completed 600 MW combined photovoltaic (PV) and battery storage project in the US
With a 300 MW solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity, Ørsted’s Eleven Mile Solar Center will produce enough renewable energy to power 65,000 US homes while the battery can store 1200 MWh of power. Ørsted celebrated the official commissioning of the Eleven Mile Solar Center in Pinal County near Phoenix, Arizona. The 300 MW solar farm and … Continue reading Ørsted has completed 600 MW combined photovoltaic (PV) and battery storage project in the US
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Iberdrola, the largest electricity company in Europe and one of the two largest worldwide, has announced plans to more than double its UK investment plans
Through its ScottishPower business, Iberdrola has invested £30 billion in the UK over the last 15 years driven by the country’s clear and stable policies and its predictable regulatory frameworks. On top of this, after the Electricity North West (ENW) integration announced this summer, the UK has already become the Group’s largest investment destination to … Continue reading Iberdrola, the largest electricity company in Europe and one of the two largest worldwide, has announced plans to more than double its UK investment plans
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The XI Solar Forum highlights self-consumption and storage as pillars of a sustainable future for photovoltaics in Spain
The XI Solar Forum, organized by the Spanish Photovoltaic Union (Unef), brought together more than 1,200 representatives of the photovoltaic sector in Madrid on October 9 and 10. During the sessions, crucial issues for the future of solar energy in Spain were discussed, such as self-consumption, storage and electrification. The conclusions of the forum highlight … Continue reading The XI Solar Forum highlights self-consumption and storage as pillars of a sustainable future for photovoltaics in Spain
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Sun-Ways solution turns the space between railroad tracks into photovoltaic solar power plants
Thanks to its patented technology, Solar-Ways system integrates renewable energy production into railway infrastructures. Due to its flexibility and adaptability, the device makes it possible to easily install and remove all or part of a solar power plant placed between the rails of a railway track. Ultimately, the solution will be able to take advantage … Continue reading Sun-Ways solution turns the space between railroad tracks into photovoltaic solar power plants
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Chinese wind turbine manufacturers are already in Europe and WindEnergy Hamburg is proof
For those who don’t know, Wind Energy Hamburg is the largest wind industry fair in Europe. It is held biennially, and unlike WindEurope fairs, it is organized in a way that we might consider more “independent.” This makes it a more open fair, where manufacturers and suppliers from all over the world actively participate, including … Continue reading Chinese wind turbine manufacturers are already in Europe and WindEnergy Hamburg is proof
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KF Wind wins contract from KEPCO for 1,125 MW wind power project
KF Wind, a floating offshore wind project off the coast of Ulsan, South Korea, has secured a transmission service agreement (TSA) with Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO). This agreement enables the delivery of 1,125 MW of clean energy to Korea’s national grid. The TSA covers two phases of the project: the 375 MW East Blue … Continue reading KF Wind wins contract from KEPCO for 1,125 MW wind power project
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Suzlon & Jindal Renewables Ink 400 MW Captive Wind Power Deal
This marks the first wind energy project for the renewable energy division of the Jindal Group, India’s leading conglomerate. Suzlon Group is set to contribute to decarbonisation of the hard-to-abate sectors by harnessing the power of wind through a significant 400 MW order from JSP Green Wind 1 Pvt. Ltd. (SPV of Jindal Renewables Power … Continue reading Suzlon & Jindal Renewables Ink 400 MW Captive Wind Power Deal
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Photovoltaic Power Systems Programme report shows record year for US solar in 2023
The latest report from the International Energy Agency (IEA) Photovoltaic Power Systems Programme (PVPS) says solar records were broken across the United States in 2023, as international trade issues decreased and financial certainty increased, driven by the implementation of the US Inflation Reduction Act. The IEA-PVPS has released a report analyzing the development of the … Continue reading Photovoltaic Power Systems Programme report shows record year for US solar in 2023
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Vestas and Fortum reach agreement on arbitration related to wind energy projects in Russia
Vestas and Fortum are pleased to announce that the companies have reached an agreement on arbitration related to wind energy projects in Russia. The agreement entails both companies waiving past, present and future claims related to their traditional business activities in Russia. The terms of the agreement are otherwise confidential. With this agreement, Fortum and … Continue reading Vestas and Fortum reach agreement on arbitration related to wind energy projects in Russia
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China just solved the biggest problem in silicon photovoltaics by creating 100% recycled panels
Trina Solar has given a new twist to the sustainability of the photovoltaic industry with the world’s first fully recycled silicon solar panel, proving that it is possible to reuse them without compromising their efficiency. For context, solar panels last two to three decades before degrading significantly. The problem then is that they cannot be … Continue reading China just solved the biggest problem in silicon photovoltaics by creating 100% recycled panels
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Solar photovoltaic in Brazil: 19.8% of the electricity mix, 57 Mt of CO2 avoided, 1.4 million jobs created
Solar PV has established itself as one of the main sources of energy in Brazil, ranking second in the country’s electricity mix with a 19.8% share. This significant growth reflects the sector’s ability to avoid the emission of approximately 57 million tons of CO2 into our atmosphere. In addition, the expansion of solar PV has … Continue reading Solar photovoltaic in Brazil: 19.8% of the electricity mix, 57 Mt of CO2 avoided, 1.4 million jobs created
Continue readingChinese Sany installs 15 MW onshore wind turbine
A Chinese firm has installed what it calls the world’s largest onshore wind turbine. Sany Group, a multinational firm known for its heavy equipment manufacturing, announced on Oct. 9 that a 15 MW wind turbine has been commissioned at a plant in Tongyu, Jilin Province, China. Sany said the turbine is a prototype and will … Continue reading Chinese Sany installs 15 MW onshore wind turbine
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China’s solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity nearly triples
China is set to expand its renewable energy capacity by nearly 3,207 GW from 2024 to 2030, tripling the growth seen in the previous six years, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). Annual renewable energy additions are projected to surpass 500 GW by 2030, with solar photovoltaic (PV) accounting for 80 percent of this … Continue reading China’s solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity nearly triples
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Cement Co-processing avoids up to 1 ton of CO2 emissions per ton processed
This is a joint report with: CEFIC UP/VE Sector Group, CEMBUREAU, Epoxy Europe, EuCIA, the European Alliance for SMC BMC, European Boating Industry, Glass Fibre Europe, Tech-Fab Europe, and WindEurope. Our nine industry associations have commissioned SGS INTRON to prepare a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) report exploring the environmental impacts of treating End-of-Life (EoL) composites … Continue reading Cement Co-processing avoids up to 1 ton of CO2 emissions per ton processed
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