Essen, 12 December 2024 RWE, one of the world leaders in offshore wind, has awarded the winners of its global “Co-use Competition”. The competition was launched with the aim of seeking innovative solutions in the fields of biodiversity enhancement and co-existence with other sea users. A panel of RWE experts evaluated a total of 77 applications from … Continue reading RWE announces winners of global offshore wind co-use competition
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Security and efficiency: The case for connecting Europe and North America
This paper analyses the ways in which an electricity interconnector could add value as the electricity systems on either side of the north Atlantic rapidly expand and decarbonise. Download PDF This paper examines how transatlantic interconnection could help both North America and Europe to achieve a more secure and efficient transition to renewable electricity. Ember … Continue reading Security and efficiency: The case for connecting Europe and North America
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Top 10 US Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Priorities
On Thursday, the solar industry released its policy priorities for the incoming administration and Congress, framing itself as a key part of a “comprehensive strategy” and a champion of jobs in America’s heartland. In its policy requests, the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) said the Trump administration should “keep taxes where they are,” including clean … Continue reading Top 10 US Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Priorities
Continue readingThe U.S. photovoltaic solar industry has leapt from installing about 10 GW in 2018 to roughly 40 GW in 2023
Solar energy continues to charge ahead, increasingly becoming an essential part of the energy mix both globally and in the United States. The U.S. Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) reported that in Q3 2024, the nation installed 8.6 GW of solar capacity, setting a new Q3 record and climbing 21% compared to Q3 2023. Solar … Continue reading The U.S. photovoltaic solar industry has leapt from installing about 10 GW in 2018 to roughly 40 GW in 2023
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Philippines builds world’s largest photovoltaic and battery project
The Philippines is working on the world’s largest solar photovoltaic plus battery storage project, and construction of the project began just a few weeks ago. Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. participated in the groundbreaking ceremony for the Meralco Terra Solar project. The project will have a solar power capacity of 3,500 megawatts (MW) and … Continue reading Philippines builds world’s largest photovoltaic and battery project
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Vestas to repurpose factory on Isle of Wight, UK, to manufacture blades for onshore wind turbines
Since 2002, Vestas’ facility on the Isle of Wight has played a key role in manufacturing turbine blades for wind projects around the world. Currently, our factory is focused on manufacturing blades for the V174 offshore turbine. Demand for this product is coming to an end and constraints at the site make it unsuitable for … Continue reading Vestas to repurpose factory on Isle of Wight, UK, to manufacture blades for onshore wind turbines
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Standardisation and Certification to Drive International Markets for Green Hydrogen Derivatives
Due to its ability to decarbonise hard-to-abate sectors such as heavy industry, chemicals, shipping and aviation, renewables-based or green hydrogen could play a pivotal role in limiting global temperature rise to 1.5°C. In the industrial sectors, in particular, green hydrogen will be an essential feedstock for the production of green ammonia, methanol and steel. These … Continue reading Standardisation and Certification to Drive International Markets for Green Hydrogen Derivatives
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Nordex receives its first order for wind power in Montenegro for 55 MW
Nordex has received its first order from Montenegro. The utility company EPCG – Elektroprivreda Crne Gore has ordered eight N163/6.X wind turbines. The contract also includes the Premium Service for the maintenance of the systems for a period of 25 years. The Delta4000 series wind turbines are intended for the 55 MW Gvozd wind farm … Continue reading Nordex receives its first order for wind power in Montenegro for 55 MW
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Ørsted brings in Cathay Life Insurance as investor in Greater Changhua 4 Offshore Wind Farm
Ørsted has signed an agreement with Cathay Life Insurance, the leading insurance company in Taiwan, and its affiliate Cathay Wind Power Holdings Co., Ltd, under which Cathay Life Insurance will acquire a 50 % ownership share of Ørsted’s 583 MW Greater Changhua 4 Offshore Wind Farm. Ørsted will continue to own the remaining 50 % … Continue reading Ørsted brings in Cathay Life Insurance as investor in Greater Changhua 4 Offshore Wind Farm
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Photovoltaic and wind energy in the first week of December
December starts with the highest prices of the year for TTF gas and some European electricity markets. In the first week of December, weekly prices in most major European electricity markets continued to exceed €100/MWh. During weekdays, prices were higher than in the previous week, with France, Italy and Belgium reaching their highest values of … Continue reading Photovoltaic and wind energy in the first week of December
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U.S. anti-dumping ruling challenges Southeast Asian Photovoltaic
U.S. Department of Commerce issued preliminary findings in the antidumping duty investigations of cells from Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam On November 29, the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) issued a preliminary ruling on the anti-dumping (AD) investigation of crystalline cells from Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam, announcing the dumping rates for each exporter/producer. This … Continue reading U.S. anti-dumping ruling challenges Southeast Asian Photovoltaic
Continue readingEDP begins construction of its first stand-alone storage project in Europe
The 50 MW capacity battery to be installed in Kent, England, will support the stability of the British grid as more renewable energy projects come onstream in the country. Through EDP Renewables, EDP has already secured more than 130 MW of capacity in storage projects in Europe. EDP Renewables has started the construction of its … Continue reading EDP begins construction of its first stand-alone storage project in Europe
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18,550 MW of photovoltaic and wind energy to be added to Egypt’s grid by 2030
The Egyptian New and Renewable Energy Authority published a report on its official website showing statistics on the private sector’s participation in implementing electricity generation projects from photovoltaic and wind energy with a total capacity of 18,550 megawatts by the year 2030. The report indicates that new wind energy power plants are scheduled to be … Continue reading 18,550 MW of photovoltaic and wind energy to be added to Egypt’s grid by 2030
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EDP Renewables strengthens its photovoltaic portfolio in Italy by connecting an additional 100 MWp to the grid
The company continues to build its presence in renewables in Italy by adding two new projects that will be able to power jointly the equivalent of close to 60,000 homes, thus avoiding annually 67,000 tons of CO2 emissions. EDP Renewables has connected two additional large-scale solar plant to the grid in Italy, reinforcing its commitment … Continue reading EDP Renewables strengthens its photovoltaic portfolio in Italy by connecting an additional 100 MWp to the grid
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RWE and TotalEnergies choose Eemshaven as turbine assembly and construction base for joint Dutch offshore wind project OranjeWind
Back to previous page RWE Offshore Wind GmbH RWE and TotalEnergies choose Eemshaven as turbine assembly and construction base for joint Dutch offshore wind project OranjeWind Essen/Geertruidenberg, 10 December 2024 RWE and TotalEnergies have selected the port of Eemshaven in the northern Dutch province of Groningen as the base for turbine assembly and construction work … Continue reading RWE and TotalEnergies choose Eemshaven as turbine assembly and construction base for joint Dutch offshore wind project OranjeWind
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UK low-carbon renewable power set to overtake fossil fuels for first time
2024 is set to be the first full year where UK low-carbon renewables generate more electricity than fossil fuels, with wind power close to becoming the single largest source of UK power for the first time. This report reviews power generation statistics for the UK across 2024. It is based on 11 months (Jan-Nov 2024) … Continue reading UK low-carbon renewable power set to overtake fossil fuels for first time
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Recurrent Energy Signs 300 MW Power Purchase Agreement with Major U.S. Tech Company in Spain
Recurrent Energy, a Canadian Solar subsidiary, has signed a 10-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with a major U.S. technology company for renewable energy from the Tordesillas solar PV project in Spain. The project, located in Valladolid, has an installed capacity of 300 MWp and is expected to be operational by 2026. The project will generate … Continue reading Recurrent Energy Signs 300 MW Power Purchase Agreement with Major U.S. Tech Company in Spain
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Data and images of Siemens Gamesa’s 21 MW offshore wind turbine
The 21 MW Siemens Gamesa offshore prototype has been an open secret for months. In fact, back in April, in issue #77, we reviewed all the public information available about this prototype, on which SGRE has not yet made a single public announcement or statement. Rumors about this turbine began circulating thanks to documentation published … Continue reading Data and images of Siemens Gamesa’s 21 MW offshore wind turbine
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Iberdrola gets the green light to install the largest wind farm in Portugal
Iberdrola has obtained the production license from the Portuguese Directorate General of Energy and Geology (DGEG), which is another step towards the construction of the largest wind farm in Portugal. This project, located in the districts of Vila Real and Braga, in northern Portugal, and with a total investment of close to 350 million euros, … Continue reading Iberdrola gets the green light to install the largest wind farm in Portugal
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New Analysis Shows Energy Storage Keeps Costs Low and Power Reliable in Texas
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) today released an analysis highlighting how recent significant additions of energy storage capacity over the past year in Texas has resulted in lower energy costs for consumers, the ability to avoid conservation appeals, and has enabled the power grid to better navigate extreme weather events. Key findings include: ERCOT … Continue reading New Analysis Shows Energy Storage Keeps Costs Low and Power Reliable in Texas
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