This project, which represents an investment of 500 million dollars, will have an installed capacity of 300 MW, making it one of the most significant wind energy developments in the region. The announcement was made during the visit of the governor of the province of Buenos Aires, Axel Kicillof, to the works of the Pampa … Continue reading Pampa Energía announced a new wind farm in Bahía Blanca
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Photovoltaic (PV) solar power plants in Indonesia
Indonesia, an archipelago forming over 17,000 islands, is rich in natural resources and has as much solar potential as it does challenges. Indonesia, an archipelago forming over 17,000 islands, is rich in natural resources and has as much solar potential as it does challenges. In recent years, the country’s focus has shifted towards renewable energy, … Continue reading Photovoltaic (PV) solar power plants in Indonesia
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Suzlon Announces India’s Largest Wind Energy Order of 1,166 MW from NTPC Green Energy Limited
NTPC Green Energy Limited, the Renewables Arm of India’s largest energy conglomerate NTPC Limited, partners with India’s Largest Wind Energy OEM for the Nation’s Single Largest Wind Energy Order. After reporting strong FY 25 Q1 results, Suzlon Group, India’s largest renewable energy solutions provider, today announced bagging India’s largest wind energy order from NTPC Green … Continue reading Suzlon Announces India’s Largest Wind Energy Order of 1,166 MW from NTPC Green Energy Limited
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ICE signs 9 contracts with private companies to produce wind power and photovoltaic for 166 megawatts in Costa Rica
Five photovoltaic (PV) plants and four wind energy plants, built by the private sector, will come into operation between 2026 and 2027.In total, the electrical projects will contribute 166 megawatts to the national grid, according to the Costa Rican Institute of Electricity (ICE), when signing the commitment letters. Numu Solar Liberia Los Tecales Solar Nandayure … Continue reading ICE signs 9 contracts with private companies to produce wind power and photovoltaic for 166 megawatts in Costa Rica
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RWE builds ultra-fast, innovative battery storage system in the Netherlands to help safeguard the grid
RWE is expanding its battery storage business with an innovative technology for grid stability. The company has begun construction of an ultra-fast battery storage system with an installed capacity of 7.5 megawatts (MW) and a storage capacity of 11 megawatt hours (MWh) on the site of its power plant in Moerdijk, in the Netherlands. With … Continue reading RWE builds ultra-fast, innovative battery storage system in the Netherlands to help safeguard the grid
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Spain authorises six PV and hybrid projects of 465 MW in the first week of September, including 140 MW from Solaria
Application for the declaration of public utility of the Maira Beta Group Photovoltaic Plant of 140.127 MW and its evacuation infrastructures, in the municipal terms of La Vid de Bureba, Berzosa de Bureba, Vileña, Grisaleña, Llano de Bureba, Los Barrios de Bureba, Quintanilla San García, Valluércanes, Briviesca, Vallarta de Bureba, Valle de Tobalina, Busto de … Continue reading Spain authorises six PV and hybrid projects of 465 MW in the first week of September, including 140 MW from Solaria
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Naturgy begins construction of three photovoltaic (PV) plants in Andújar (Jaén) with the capacity to supply 55,800 homes
Andújar I, Andújar II and Andújar III represent an investment of more than 60 million euros and will generate more than 700 direct and indirect jobs between the construction and operation phases. The three plants will produce 180 GWh of renewable energy annually, which will avoid the emission of 90,000 tons of CO2 per year. … Continue reading Naturgy begins construction of three photovoltaic (PV) plants in Andújar (Jaén) with the capacity to supply 55,800 homes
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Huawei photovoltaic microgrid for Red Sea project offers 1 billion kWh solar power per year
Huawei has developed the world’s largest microgrid power station which delivers 1 billion kWh power supply per year. The new solution will play a significant role in Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea project and provide several green electricity benefits. On September 8th, the 2024 International Digital Energy Exhibition event was held where Huawei senior executive delivered … Continue reading Huawei photovoltaic microgrid for Red Sea project offers 1 billion kWh solar power per year
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New study reveals that photovoltaic and wind power is now cheaper than coal and gas power plants
New research by the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems reveals that solar photovoltaics — converting solar energy into electricity — produce cheaper electricity than coal or gas, even when combined with batteries. The Fraunhofer Institute has been collecting data on the costs of different energy sources, like wind, nuclear, and coal, since 2010. While … Continue reading New study reveals that photovoltaic and wind power is now cheaper than coal and gas power plants
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Vestas secures first US offshore wind order for 810 MW Empire Wind 1 wind farm
Vestas has secured an 810 MW offshore wind order from Equinor for the Empire Wind 1 offshore wind farm in New York. The order includes 54 V236-15.0 MW wind turbines and marks Vestas’ first US order for an offshore platform and its industry-leading, certified V236-15.0 MW wind turbine. The order includes supply, delivery and commissioning … Continue reading Vestas secures first US offshore wind order for 810 MW Empire Wind 1 wind farm
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Scientists studying impact of painting wind turbine blade black to reduce bird collisions
Oregon State University researchers are part of a team looking at reducing bird collision risks with wind turbines by painting a single blade of the turbine black. Wind energy has a significant role during a time of climate change, rising energy demands and a transition from fossil fuels to clean energy, but it poses risks … Continue reading Scientists studying impact of painting wind turbine blade black to reduce bird collisions
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Five companies eligible to bid in first-ever wind auction off the Oregon coast
The federal government has published the details of an offshore wind auction. Companies are bidding on who will get to deploy the first floating wind turbines off the coast of Southern Oregon. Avangrid, which is owned by the Spanish electric utility Iberdrola, is the co-owner of the Vineyard Wind project off the coast of Massachusetts. … Continue reading Five companies eligible to bid in first-ever wind auction off the Oregon coast
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Wind energy and solar photovoltaic (PV) power are assuming a key role in Germany’s energy supply
Taking a tailwind for wind power: more and more electricity from renewable sources. Germany is increasingly obtaining electricity from renewable energy sources. In the first half of 2024, the share of electricity generated from wind power, solar photovoltaic plants, hydropower and biomass reached a record 61.5 percent of total electricity production, according to the Federal … Continue reading Wind energy and solar photovoltaic (PV) power are assuming a key role in Germany’s energy supply
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7,000 MW offshore wind power projects in Ho Chi Minh City’s island district (Vietnam)
Two investors have proposed offshore wind power projects in Can Gio District, Ho Chi Minh City, with a total capacity of up to 7,000MW, according to Nguyen Thi Kim Ngoc, deputy director of the municipal Department of Industry and Trade. This update came during a working session between the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee and … Continue reading 7,000 MW offshore wind power projects in Ho Chi Minh City’s island district (Vietnam)
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Installed solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity has increased by 28% during 2023 in Spain
For the first time in history, in 2023, renewable energy in Spain has exceeded 50% of annual generation. The installed capacity of the generating park in Spain has increased by 5.2%, ending 2023 with 125,620 MW. The installed renewable capacity in the national electricity system has increased by 6.3 GW, which has allowed reaching a … Continue reading Installed solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity has increased by 28% during 2023 in Spain
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Avangrid’s New England Wind 1 Project Selected by Massachusetts In Offshore Wind Solicitation
New England Wind 1 to Provide 791 Megawatts of Clean, Reliable Offshore Wind Power to Massachusetts by 2029, Advancing Critical State Climate Targets. Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today announced it has been awarded 791 Megawatts (MW) by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in the multi-state … Continue reading Avangrid’s New England Wind 1 Project Selected by Massachusetts In Offshore Wind Solicitation
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The immediate future of photovoltaic in Mexico
Considered the most important B2B platform in the country, ‘Intersolar Mexico 2024’ had the participation of 400 companies from 20 countries to present solutions aimed at the industrial, commercial and government sectors in an environment that promotes innovation and collaboration. The 5th edition of Intersolar Mexico concludes at the Citibanamex Center, Mexico City. On this … Continue reading The immediate future of photovoltaic in Mexico
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Iberdrola secures 791 MW of offshore wind power in the United States
Iberdrola has announced that its US subsidiary, Avangrid, has been awarded a contract to build a large-scale offshore wind farm in the State of Massachusetts. This new facility, called ‘New England Wind 1’, will have a capacity of 791 megawatts (MW) and will supply energy to more than 400,000 homes, becoming a key project for … Continue reading Iberdrola secures 791 MW of offshore wind power in the United States
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Are Chinese wind turbines financeable in Europe?
An interesting article by Clément Weber, consultant at Green Giraffe Advisory, on whether Chinese wind turbines are financeable in the European offshore wind power market. The article arises from the latest news starring Mingyang: Clément’s analysis is quite thorough, reaching a rather interesting conclusion: Western OEMs can breathe easy. Even without a protectionist policy, there … Continue reading Are Chinese wind turbines financeable in Europe?
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Voltaire, the largest wind turbine installation vessel in the world
In parallel to the growth of offshore wind turbines, installation vessels have also had to grow. This has led to significant investments in new installation vessels, such as in the case of the Belgian company Jan de Nul, which has commissioned the construction of the largest wind turbine installation vessel (jack-up vessel) in the world, … Continue reading Voltaire, the largest wind turbine installation vessel in the world
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