We explore the impact of China’s new rules on solar photovoltaic overcapacity, pricing and market dynamics. In November 2024, China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology released revised guidelines for the photovoltaic (PV) industry. The new guidelines?are set to?reshape the solar industry, addressing?overcapacity,?pricing volatility, and?inefficiency?across the value chain. While?existing polysilicon,?wafer,?cell and?module manufacturing capacity?largely aligns with the … Continue reading The impact of China’s 2024 solar photovoltaic ( PV) manufacturing guidelines
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In November, Spain announced 37 photovoltaic and hybrid projects for 1.4 GW, including 437 MW of storage
The Official State Gazette for the month of November lists 37 photovoltaic and hybrid projects, including 437 MW of storage. pplication for declaration of public utility of the FV Tan Energy 2 and FV Tan Energy 4 photovoltaic projects, of 43.35 MW respectively, in the municipality of Jimena de la Frontera, in the province of … Continue reading In November, Spain announced 37 photovoltaic and hybrid projects for 1.4 GW, including 437 MW of storage
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Solar power produced in photovoltaic installations, increasing by 55% in Romania
Solar energy produced in photovoltaic installations in the first ten months of this year was 3.18 billion kWh, up 55.1% compared to the same period last year, according to data published by the National Institute of Statistics (INS). The figures regarding solar energy produced in photovoltaic installations also include prosumers. Production from thermal power plants … Continue reading Solar power produced in photovoltaic installations, increasing by 55% in Romania
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Vestas secures 1.1 GW order for Inch Cape offshore wind project in Scotland
Vestas has secured a firm and unconditional order for the 1.1 GW Inch Cape offshore wind project in Scotland from Inch Cape Offshore Limited, a 50:50 joint venture between ESB and Red Rock Renewables. The agreement is for the supply, installation and commissioning of 72 V236-15.0 MW wind turbines. Upon completion, Vestas will also deliver … Continue reading Vestas secures 1.1 GW order for Inch Cape offshore wind project in Scotland
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Mingyang’s 16.6 MW floating wind turbine begins operation in China
Mingyang’s 16.6 MW floating wind turbine begins operation in China. Chinese company Mingyang Smart Energy has put into operation what is said to be the world’s largest capacity floating wind platform, with a nominal output of 16.6 MW, at the Qingzhou IV offshore wind farm in the South China Sea. The wind turbine, named OceanX, … Continue reading Mingyang’s 16.6 MW floating wind turbine begins operation in China
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Nordex receives 40 MW order from Ukraine for wind power
Nordex Group ha recibido un pedido de Eco-Optima por 40 MW en Ucrania con un alcance logístico e instalación reducido y personalizado. La empresa, que se dedica al desarrollo e implementación de fuentes de energía renovables respetuosas con el medio ambiente, ha pedido siete aerogeneradores N163/5.X. El contrato también incluye el servicio de mantenimiento de … Continue reading Nordex receives 40 MW order from Ukraine for wind power
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Iberdrola awards EnergyLoop the recycling of blades from its first wind power repowering project in Spain
In total, 139 wind turbines will be dismantled – 417 blades – which represents more than 800 tons. Iberdrola Spain has awarded EnergyLoop the contract to recycle the blades and manage the waste components of the Isabela and Molar de Molinar wind farms in Albacete, the company’s first to be repowered in Spain. In total, … Continue reading Iberdrola awards EnergyLoop the recycling of blades from its first wind power repowering project in Spain
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RWE announces winners of global offshore wind co-use competition
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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