With the opening of the Symbizon Agri-PV park, Vattenfall is taking the first step in the Netherlands towards combining agriculture and solar panels. Eric Tonnaer, Agri-PV Design Lead, is bringing all the lessons he has learned to new agri-PV projects.? Almost all existing solar parks in the Netherlands are monofunctional, meaning they are being used … Continue reading Symbizon may be a small agricultural park with photovoltaics, but this is just the beginning
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Critical materials: Batteries for electric vehicles
A new report by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), “Critical Materials: Batteries for Electric Vehicles”, reveals that the growing demand for electric vehicle (EV) battery materials required by 2030 can be met by expanding sustainable supply chains and scaling-up the development and adoption of innovative technologies. According to IRENA’s 1.5°C Scenario, outlined in the … Continue reading Critical materials: Batteries for electric vehicles
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Nordex expands its N175/6.X wind turbine tower portfolio with a hybrid tower with a hub height of 200 metres
The Nordex Group is expanding its range of towers for the N175/6.X turbine with a hybrid tower with the highest hub height to date of 200 metres. Due to the large hub height of 200 meters, the turbine’s rotor with a diameter of 175 meters moves in wind currents with much higher speeds and less … Continue reading Nordex expands its N175/6.X wind turbine tower portfolio with a hybrid tower with a hub height of 200 metres
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Green light for Iberdrola’s new reversible pumped-storage hydroelectric power plant in Alcántara (Spain)
The project for the construction of the new Alcántara II reversible hydroelectric pumping station, located in Alcántara (Extremadura, in southwest Spain), has obtained a favourable Environmental Impact Statement (EIS), according to a resolution of the Ministry for Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge. As a result, the project has a favourable EIS and a permit … Continue reading Green light for Iberdrola’s new reversible pumped-storage hydroelectric power plant in Alcántara (Spain)
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Avangrid shareholders approve Iberdrola’s takeover of the company
During their Annual General Meeting,Avangrid shareholders approved Iberdrola’s acquisition of 18.4% of Avangrid’s share capital through a merger operation. The transaction received overwhelming support from the company’s shareholders: The acquisition, which began in March, will result in Avangrid being delisted from trading on the US stock exchange. The operation will see the company chaired by Ignacio Galán … Continue reading Avangrid shareholders approve Iberdrola’s takeover of the company
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How PJM Can Reform Its Interconnection Processes to Expedite Battery Storage and Avoid Looming Electricity Shortfall
PJM Interconnection (PJM), America’s largest electric grid operator with a service territory that spans 13 states and the District of Columbia, risks a shortfall of electricity within the next six years yet continues to apply processes that discourage the deployment of battery energy storage systems (BESS), according to a new Gabel Associates, Inc. report commissioned by the … Continue reading How PJM Can Reform Its Interconnection Processes to Expedite Battery Storage and Avoid Looming Electricity Shortfall
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NREL’s Research in Battery Energy Storage Is Helping Advance the Clean Energy Transition
To bring new clean energy sources online across the United States and around the world, several questions need to be answered. Where are the best places to build out new generation like solar and wind farms? How can we get all that clean energy from its source to where it needs to be? What is … Continue reading NREL’s Research in Battery Energy Storage Is Helping Advance the Clean Energy Transition
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ARENA backs Jet Zero for sustainable aviation fuel
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has today announced $9 million in funding to Jet Zero Australia to advance sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production in Townsville. The next stage of engineering activities for Jet Zero Australia’s project will include a $36.8 million front-end engineering design (FEED) study to determine the viability of its commercial scale … Continue reading ARENA backs Jet Zero for sustainable aviation fuel
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RWE signs contract with Lamprell to supply transition pieces for two of its UK Norfolk offshore wind projects
RWE, one of the world’s leaders in offshore wind, has awarded two key contracts to Lamprell Energy Limited for the future supply of transition pieces to its two east coast UK offshore wind projects currently under development, Norfolk Vanguard West and Norfolk Vanguard East. The award underlines RWE’s continued commitment to progressing the development of … Continue reading RWE signs contract with Lamprell to supply transition pieces for two of its UK Norfolk offshore wind projects
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Integrating fishing with photovoltaics (PV) in China
On Sept 26, in Yanghe village, Qilin town, Zongyang county, Anhui province, rows of photovoltaic panels were neatly arranged at the Zuzhuang Reservoir, reflecting a golden glow as they caught the sun’s rays. A small boat rowed across the serene lake, stirring up ripples. The Wanmei Communist Party member service team from the State Grid … Continue reading Integrating fishing with photovoltaics (PV) in China
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109 MW: Nordex receives its first order for wind power in Latvia
The Nordex Group has been present for many years in the Baltic countries of Estonia and Lithuania and now the company will also expand to Latvia for the first time. Sia Laflora Energy, a subsidiary of the peat extraction and processing company Laflora, has placed an order for the supply and installation of 16 N175/6.X … Continue reading 109 MW: Nordex receives its first order for wind power in Latvia
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Foundations of onshore wind turbines: current situation and trends
The objectives of the European Union for the next years when it comes to achieving climate neutrality in 2050 and drastically reducing the emission of GHG (greenhouse gas) by 2030 are great opportunities for the wind sector for the next years. To achieve the targets, the cost reduction of the new wind turbine models continues … Continue reading Foundations of onshore wind turbines: current situation and trends
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Enercon wind turbines with a total capacity of 104 MW for Luxembourg
ENERCON and the renewable energy company Soler entered into a turbine supply agreement: The contract was signed during WindEnergy in Hamburg and comprises the installation of 3 x E-115 EP3, 20 x E-138 EP3 and 1x E-175 EP5 with a total capacity of 104 MW across the country of Luxembourg. It is the first time, … Continue reading Enercon wind turbines with a total capacity of 104 MW for Luxembourg
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Naturgy launches its first photovoltaic plant in the province of Seville with the capacity to supply 34,000 homes
Naturgy has launched its first photovoltaic plant in the province of Seville. The new facility, located in Villanueva del Rey, between the municipalities of Écija and La Luisiana, has 50 MW of power and will produce 111 GWh of renewable energy annually. This amount is equivalent to the electricity consumption of 34,000 homes and will … Continue reading Naturgy launches its first photovoltaic plant in the province of Seville with the capacity to supply 34,000 homes
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EU battery storage set for its moment in the sun with photovoltaics (PV)
By combining renewables with flexible, clean growth, the EU can benefit from abundant locally produced wind power and photovoltaic solar power, reduce dependence on imported fossil energy and avoid costs. This report analyses the system benefits of coupling renewables with clean flexibility, with a focus on the opportunity for pairing solar electricity generation and battery … Continue reading EU battery storage set for its moment in the sun with photovoltaics (PV)
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Acciona wants to install 3GW wind farm in Western Australia
A renewable energy company has released plans to build the largest onshore wind farm outside China in Western Australia’s booming energy corridor. Spain’s Acciona Energy wants to install 400 6.2-megawatt wind turbines as part of its 3-gigawatt Bellwether project in the state’s Great Southern region.The proposed wind farm would dwarf the next-largest projects in the … Continue reading Acciona wants to install 3GW wind farm in Western Australia
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Solar photovoltaic manufacturing in Africa: Opportunity or mirage?
Solar photovoltaic (PV) technology is a key clean energy technology and an important source of clean electricity critical for the global green transition. As the world grapples with climate change, the demand for cleaner and more sustainable energy sources has never been greater. In this context, solar PV technology has emerged as a pivotal component … Continue reading Solar photovoltaic manufacturing in Africa: Opportunity or mirage?
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Photovoltaic (PV) 56% cheaper than fossil fuels or nuclear
81% of renewable additions in 2023 were cheaper than fossil fuel alternatives, offering countries a compelling business and investment case to triple renewables by 2030, according to the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). Renewables remain competitive despite fossil fuel prices returning closer to historical cost levels, concludes Renewable Power Generation Costs in 2023, released by … Continue reading Photovoltaic (PV) 56% cheaper than fossil fuels or nuclear
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The perovskite revolution will slash costs and increase power output in every segment of the photovoltaic industry
A fresh report from Rethink Energy predicts that perovskite solar modules reach GW-scale manufacturing from 2028, taking over the entire industry by 2040. Today we see a constant stream of trial commercial shipments, and that tandem modules have reached parity with silicon on lifetime power output – with huge room for further upgrades on lifespan … Continue reading The perovskite revolution will slash costs and increase power output in every segment of the photovoltaic industry
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Nordex receives provisional type certificate for N175/6.X wind turbine
TÜV SÜD has issued the IECRE provisional type certificate (P-TC) for the N175/6.X wind turbines and handed it over to the Nordex Group at WindEnergy Hamburg on 24 September 2024. With the receipt of the provisional type certificate, the Nordex Group can now start series production of the N175/6.X while field tests are being carried … Continue reading Nordex receives provisional type certificate for N175/6.X wind turbine
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