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Brazil is the sixth country to reach 50 GW of solar photovoltaic energy

Photovoltaics represents 20.7% of Brazil’s electricity matrix. Brazil has just surpassed the 50 gigawatt (GW) mark of operational installed capacity of solar photovoltaic energy. The country became the sixth to reach this level, joining the United States, China, Germany, India and Japan. The data was published this Tuesday (26) by the Brazilian Association of Photovoltaic … Continue reading Brazil is the sixth country to reach 50 GW of solar photovoltaic energy

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Portugal breaks new records in wind power and pumping

Between January and October, renewable energies supplied 72% of electricity consumption in Portugal. During this period, hydroelectric energy was responsible for supplying 30% of consumption, wind energy 26%, photovoltaic energy 10% and biomass 6%.According to the latest data from REN – Redes Energéticas Nacionais, the electrical system set new historical records in renewables this Sunday, … Continue reading Portugal breaks new records in wind power and pumping

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European wind energy continued to curb the effect of the gas price rise on electricity markets in the third week of November

In the third week of November, average prices in most major European electricity markets declined compared to the previous week. On Sunday, November 24, several markets registered the lowest daily price since at least the last three months. High wind energy production, which during the week reached historical or November records in the main European … Continue reading European wind energy continued to curb the effect of the gas price rise on electricity markets in the third week of November

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Fukang City’s 100-Gigawatt-Level Photovoltaic Industrial Park Successfully Connects to the Grid

“At 3:58 PM, the third attempt to connect the 220-kilovolt line from Fudong to Tao was successful, and the power is now flowing normally!” announced Dong Junhua, an employee at the State Grid Changji Power Supply Company’s Project Management Center, on November 26. This successful energization of the 220-kilovolt transmission project at the Changji Fukang Xiaoquan … Continue reading Fukang City’s 100-Gigawatt-Level Photovoltaic Industrial Park Successfully Connects to the Grid

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Pakistan is experiencing a photovoltaic solar power boom

Pakistan’s rapid adoption of solar energy, driven primarily by market forces and with minimal political support, provides valuable lessons for other emerging markets. Declining solar panel prices, coupled with skyrocketing grid electricity tariffs that have increased by 155% over three years, are fuelling a rush in renewable energy adoption in Pakistan, with solar power leading … Continue reading Pakistan is experiencing a photovoltaic solar power boom

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Will Donald Trump slow down the expansion of photovoltaic (PV)?

The research firm Wood Mackenzie published an analysis on what the impact of the Republican victory should be. The renewable capacity of the United States will grow by more than 240 GW by 2030.Renewable energy technologies in the United States will remain competitive for the next four years despite the uncertainties generated by Donald Trump’s … Continue reading Will Donald Trump slow down the expansion of photovoltaic (PV)?

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EU’s energy security architecture – the way forward

Energy security has risen to the top of the EU’s political agenda, yet much remains to be done. The EU cannot continue relying on imported fossil fuels, putting its energy security in the hands of hostile nations. This becomes critical considering the US president-elect’s calls for reduced US military engagement in Europe. Solutions like wind, … Continue reading EU’s energy security architecture – the way forward

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Recycling wind turbine blades to build a boat

Recently, there’s been a lot of talk about recycling wind turbine blades. Although recycling it’s often confused with reuse. Reuse means taking the blades themselves, after some modifications, to create structures with different uses. This is the case with the famous playgrounds we’ve talked about or the well-known bicycle parking I’m showing below. However, true … Continue reading Recycling wind turbine blades to build a boat

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Building the Asia Pacific Wind Energy Supply Chain for a 1.5°C World

The Asia Pacific (APAC) region possesses some of the most attractive onshore and offshore wind resource globally and could play a pivotal role in the global energy transition. Within the decade, onshore wind capacity could more than double to 1,084 GW. For offshore wind, more than 122 GW of new capacity could come online by … Continue reading Building the Asia Pacific Wind Energy Supply Chain for a 1.5°C World

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Iberdrola and Gres Panaria Portugal sign a contract for the sale of photovoltaic energy

Iberdrola and Gres Panaria Portugal, the leading Portuguese ceramics company, owner of the Margres, Love Tiles and Gresart brands, signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) to begin in 2025 that will guarantee the supply of photovoltaic solar energy for the next 10 years.  It will provide a total of 92 GWh of clean energy during … Continue reading Iberdrola and Gres Panaria Portugal sign a contract for the sale of photovoltaic energy

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New Photovoltaic Solar Market Report Projects Record Year for 2024

The American Clean Power Association (ACP) today announced the release of the inaugural Solar Market Monitor, a market analysis of the domestic utility-scale solar industry produced by S&P Global Commodity Insights. The new report includes projections of a record-breaking year for solar, with over 32 GW of installations for 2024. The new report marks a … Continue reading New Photovoltaic Solar Market Report Projects Record Year for 2024

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OX2 begins construction of 119 MW photovoltaic plant in Australia

OX2 begins the construction of a 119 MW photovoltaic plant in Australia, which is one of the first publicly owned renewable energy projects in the country. The ownership of SEC, a government-owned renewable energy company in the State of Victoria, has also enabled a 100 MW battery energy storage system to be added to the … Continue reading OX2 begins construction of 119 MW photovoltaic plant in Australia

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Lula’s government promotes energy transition at COP 29, while raising taxes to curb the growth of photovoltaic solar energy

The increase in the tax on photovoltaic solar panels contrasts with the climate commitments assumed internationally by Brazil. During the United Nations Conference on Climate Change (COP 29), held in Azerbaijan, the Brazilian government highlighted its commitment to the energy transition. However, a recent internal decision generated criticism from experts and sectors of society. The … Continue reading Lula’s government promotes energy transition at COP 29, while raising taxes to curb the growth of photovoltaic solar energy

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Acciona will build a 225 MW photovoltaic plant in Peru

The new plant will consist of 371,040 high-performance bifacial panels with advanced technology. ACCIONA will build a new photovoltaic plant for Kallpa Generación, a Peruvian electricity company, in the district of La Joya (Arequipa, Peru), which will have a peak power capacity of 225MW. The new plant will consist of 371,040 high-performance bifacial panels with … Continue reading Acciona will build a 225 MW photovoltaic plant in Peru

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Zimbabwe’s power sector faces challenges and a push for photovoltaic

Zimbabwe’s electricity generation sector grapples with ageing infrastructure, environmental challenges, and a lagging renewable energy transition, according to a pro-environmental platform Clean Technica. With an installed capacity of nearly 3,000 MW, the Zimbabwe Power Company (ZPC) faces significant hurdles, including unreliable thermal plants, water shortages for hydropower, and a sluggish independent power producer (IPP) sector. … Continue reading Zimbabwe’s power sector faces challenges and a push for photovoltaic

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Spain approves 10 photovoltaic, hybridisation and 210 MW storage projects in the third week of November

The Official State Gazette for the third week of November contains announcements corresponding to 10 photovoltaic and hybridisation projects for 320 MW, including 100 MW belonging to Viga Renovables.Resolution formulating the report determining the environmental impact of the 36 MW El Almendro Photovoltaic Solar Park project, and its evacuation infrastructure, in the province of Huelva, … Continue reading Spain approves 10 photovoltaic, hybridisation and 210 MW storage projects in the third week of November

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Sungrow Hydrogen’s 2.6GW wind power and photovoltaic solar project starts construction

Sungrow Hydrogen recently has signed a cooperation agreement with China Tianying Inc. for the Tianying Green Hydrogen, Green Ammonia and Green Methanol Project. Sungrow Hydrogen will deliver 16 sets of 1000Nm³/h ALK hydrogen production system, including ALK electrolyzers, PWM hydrogen production power supply, as well as gas-liquid separation equipment, hydrogen purification equipment, for this project. … Continue reading Sungrow Hydrogen’s 2.6GW wind power and photovoltaic solar project starts construction

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Entrion Wind patents a guyed monopile to bring fixed-bottom offshore wind to depths of 100 meters

The maximum depth for installing fixed-bottom offshore wind using monopiles is currently around 60-70 meters. This is a limitation that has several aspects: In order to overcome these challenges, Entrion Wind has patented a monopile design they’ve named the Fully Restrained Platform (FRP) monopile. Entrion Wind’s design extends the maximum feasible depth for monopiles to … Continue reading Entrion Wind patents a guyed monopile to bring fixed-bottom offshore wind to depths of 100 meters

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Lucerne voters want rapid expansion of wind energy

The construction of large wind power plants in the canton of Lucerne should not be delayed by lengthy approval procedures. Voters have spoken out in favor of curtailing municipal autonomy and a cantonal planning approval procedure. The amendment to the Planning and Building Act was approved with 68.51% of votes in favor (84,043 to 38,631 … Continue reading Lucerne voters want rapid expansion of wind energy

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RWE and Peabody Partner to Develop Photovoltaic Solar and Energy Storage Pipeline on Repurposed, Reclaimed Mine Lands

RWE, a leading renewable energy company, and Peabody (NYSE: BTU) announced a new partnership to strategically advance renewable energy projects by repurposing reclaimed land previously used for mining. This partnership brings together RWE’s expertise in developing and operating clean energy projects and Peabody’s significant land resources, particularly in the Midwest, as well as its industry-leading … Continue reading RWE and Peabody Partner to Develop Photovoltaic Solar and Energy Storage Pipeline on Repurposed, Reclaimed Mine Lands

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