The week on the EWEA blog starts with a “wind energy story”, in association with Global Wind Day, as photographer and wind power enthusiast Robert van Waarden travels to Ireland to meet Pat Blount, initiator of a wind energy project in County Louth. Pat Blount, Collon, Ireland “I was overwhelmed by the level of goodwill … Continue reading Wind energy brings community together in Ireland
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Ballast Nedam and Mammoet Selected for Near Shore Wind Farm Noordoostpolder
Siemens Nederland has signed a contract with Ballast Nedam and Mammoet for the Near Shore Wind farm Noordoostpolder in the IJsselmeer in the Netherlands. Ballast Nedam’s contribution will consist of the engineering, supply and installation of the foundations for the 48 wind turbines. Afterwards, Mammoet will transport and install the 48 wind turbines. Financial close … Continue reading Ballast Nedam and Mammoet Selected for Near Shore Wind Farm Noordoostpolder
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India sets Target of 15,000 MW of wind Energy during 12th plan period
The Government has set a target of 15000 MW of wind power to be installed during 12th Plan period. The capital expenditure for setting up one MW wind power project is approximately Rs.6 crores. A total capacity of 18551 MW from wind energy has already been established in the country. This is around 9% of … Continue reading India sets Target of 15,000 MW of wind Energy during 12th plan period
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Prysmian, new contract worth more than 50
Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has been awarded a new contract worth in excess of 50 million euro by TenneT, operator of transmission systems in Germany and the Netherlands, for the connection of the Offshore Wind Park (OWP) Deutsche Bucht, located in the North Sea to the mainland … Continue reading Prysmian, new contract worth more than 50
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RMT constructs seven wind energy projects in 2012
RMT, Inc. (RMT), a renewable energy engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contractor, completed the design and construction of 555 megawatts of renewable energy in 2012. RMT closed out the year with an industry-leading safety record once again. RMT and its subcontractors worked over 1.7 million hours in 2012 without a single lost-time incident. The company’s … Continue reading RMT constructs seven wind energy projects in 2012
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Ivanpah concentrated solar power plant passes its first functional test
The 377-megawatt Ivanpah solar thermal power plant achieved a milestone in its development recently, something called the “first flux.” According to Mike Bobinecz, VP Construction Management, BrightSource Energy, “first flux” essentially demonstrates that the plant is ready for operation. Bechtel Corporation, the company constructing the plant is finally at the last stage, where it starts … Continue reading Ivanpah concentrated solar power plant passes its first functional test
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Key data on wind energy for the year 2012
European Union cumulative installed wind power capacity exceeds 100 GW in 2012. Of all cumulative installed capacity 4% is located offshore, equalling 10% of the EU 2012 market. Wind power makes further inroads into the world’s electricity mix every year. It looks as though global wind power capacity will increase by another 44184 megawatt (MW) … Continue reading Key data on wind energy for the year 2012
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Kenyan government has endorsed the Lake Turkana Wind Power Project
The Kenyan government has endorsed the Lake Turkana Wind Power (LTWP), Africa’s largest wind farm project which is set to kick off in northeastern region. Kenya’s finance ministry Permanent Secretary Joseph Kinyua has signed the Letter of Support with the LTWP, enshrining the government’s commitment to support the wind power project which will now enable … Continue reading Kenyan government has endorsed the Lake Turkana Wind Power Project
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Tamil Nadu eyes 5,000 MW more wind energy
With the revival of the generation based incentive scheme, Tamil Nadu hopes to retain the status of a leading generator of wind power producer by adding 5,000 mega watt hopes to retain the status of a leading generator of wind power producer by adding 5,000 mega watt in the next five years. Constraints in providing power evacuation … Continue reading Tamil Nadu eyes 5,000 MW more wind energy
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Solar power and wind energy in Guam
The wind that sweeps across southern Guam and light from 92 million miles away soon will be used to provide some of the power to Guam’s homes. The Public Utilities Commission last Tuesday approved the Guam Power Authority’s plan to bring on another private company to build and operate a solar energy facility and a … Continue reading Solar power and wind energy in Guam
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University of Massachusetts to help Army develop photovoltaic fabric for tents and backpacks
Photovoltaic textiles work at U-Mass Dartmouth using nanomaterials seeks to package advanced functions at the molecular level for photovoltaics, fuel cells, and batteries. One example of this kind of photovoltaic fabric could involve a tent with fabric that captures and converts solar energy into usable electricity. U-Mass Dartmouth also has a grant to work with … Continue reading University of Massachusetts to help Army develop photovoltaic fabric for tents and backpacks
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Kerala releases draft solar energy policy for 2013
The state government of Kerala, India has released its draft solar policy for 2013, calling for 500 MW of new solar by 2017 and 1.5 GW by 2030. “Kerala Solar Energy Policy 2013” covers both solar electric and solar thermal technologies, calling for mandatory use of solar water heating in many buildings. The policy will … Continue reading Kerala releases draft solar energy policy for 2013
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Acciona studying legal action against energy reforms in Spain
“We believe (the measures) are a major breach of investor confidence with a massive impact on our profit and loss,” an Acciona executive said on a conference call on Friday. Energy reforms represent 5,600 million euros less for renewable energy while polluting energy revenues have grown by 2,500 million euros.Legal security in Spain is lower … Continue reading Acciona studying legal action against energy reforms in Spain
Continue readingWind energy in Tamil Nadu
The wind energy capacity addition target for 2012–13 was set at 2,500 MW, but only 1,200 MW of capacity has been added in the first 10 months. New wind power plants of 1,084 MW capacity were commissioned last year, which was one third of what the country achieved during 2011-2012. Tamil Nadu tops the list … Continue reading Wind energy in Tamil Nadu
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Vestas Joining EDC Wind Energy Project in Philippines
Energy Development Corporation (EDC) has a $300 million full-turnkey deal with Danish firm Vestas for its planned 87-megawatt wind power project in Burgos, Ilocos Norte. In an announcement, the Lopez-run firm noted that the deal with Vestas will finally move the project into construction following years of getting stalled at its investment drawing board. For … Continue reading Vestas Joining EDC Wind Energy Project in Philippines
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China’s power capacity to hit 1.23 bln kw by year’s end
China’s installed power capacity will top 1.23 billion kilowatts (kw) by the end of 2013, a report from the China Electricity Council said on Thursday. Thermal power will still account for the bulk of the capacity, topping 860 GW, followed by 280 GW from hydropower, 14.78 GW from nuclear power, 75 GW from on-grid wind … Continue reading China’s power capacity to hit 1.23 bln kw by year’s end
Continue readingMaryland can spur investment in offshore wind energy
As one of Maryland’s manufacturing companies, we enthusiastically support The Sun’s position on the offshore wind power legislation now before the state Senate (“Wind picks up steam,” Feb. 25). The Sun’s position provides a realistic description of the balance between commercial investment uncertainties and the very large potential to create jobs, new manufacturing and renewable … Continue reading Maryland can spur investment in offshore wind energy
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France surpasses 4 GW of installed photovoltaic solar energy in 2012
France’s Ministry of Energy, Ecology and Sustainable Development has released its annual report on wind energy and solar photovoltaics (PV), which finds that the nation added 1.08 GW of new PV capacity in over 34,500 plants in 2012. While this is a 39% decrease compared to 2011 installations, it also increases France’s cumulative capacity by … Continue reading France surpasses 4 GW of installed photovoltaic solar energy in 2012
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Corps of Engineers saves Army money through solar power
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is increasing mission effectiveness through energy efficiency. To assist the Army in meeting its sustainability goals, the Corps has assisted the largest military installation in the United States, White Sands Missile Range, in southern New Mexico, with the installation of the U.S. Army’s largest solar photovoltaic power plant. Through … Continue reading Corps of Engineers saves Army money through solar power
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