ACCIONA Energía has started the installation of a battery energy storage system (BESS) using recycled batteries from electric vehicles at its Extremadura I-II-III photovoltaic plant in Almendralejo (Badajoz). The plant was built to support a Power Purchase Agreement with the global pharmaceutical group Novartis AG. The facility features two containers with a combined capacity of … Continue reading Acciona Energía installs a battery storage system at the Extremadura I-II-III Photovoltaic Plant
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RWE reaches 10 gigawatts in wind power and photovoltaic in the US
RWE, a leading global energy company, has reached a significant growth milestone in the U.S. after hitting 10 gigawatts (GW) of installed generation capacity of onshore wind, solar and energy storage facilities in operation from coast to coast. The company owns and operates a diverse portfolio of more than 170 facilities in 24 U.S. states, … Continue reading RWE reaches 10 gigawatts in wind power and photovoltaic in the US
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Vestas secures 217 MW order for onshore wind and 35 wind turbines in the UK
Vestas has secured a 217 MW order from SSE Generation Limited for the Strathy South wind energy project in Scotland, UK. Vestas will deliver 35 V162-6.2 MW wind turbines and the order includes supply, delivery, installation and commissioning of the turbines. This order marks the first deployment of V162-6.2 MW turbines in the UK. Upon … Continue reading Vestas secures 217 MW order for onshore wind and 35 wind turbines in the UK
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India to mandate energy storage for photovoltaic, wind power projects
India’s Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) may soon introduce new policies which will mandate the inclusion of battery storage in new solar and wind projects. Speaking at the 21st edition of the Global MSME Business Summit organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), MNRE Secretary Prashant Kumar Singh said that the government is … Continue reading India to mandate energy storage for photovoltaic, wind power projects
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Wind power alerts about the insufficient pace of installation to meet 2030 objectives in Spain
The Wind Energy Association (AEE) presents once again the results of the Macroeconomic Study of the Impact of the Wind Sector in Spain, prepared in collaboration with Deloitte. This report underlines the key role of wind energy as an economic driver and highlights the indicators that characterise wind power as a backbone technology for the … Continue reading Wind power alerts about the insufficient pace of installation to meet 2030 objectives in Spain
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RWE and TotalEnergies select Den Helder as operations and maintenance base for OranjeWind offshore wind project
RWE and TotalEnergies have selected the port of Den Helder in the Dutch province of North Holland as the home base for OranjeWind, their joint offshore wind project in the North Sea. Blue Port Centre, the former fish auction building, will serve as the onshore hub for the operation and maintenance teams of the wind … Continue reading RWE and TotalEnergies select Den Helder as operations and maintenance base for OranjeWind offshore wind project
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EU adds 66 GW of solar photovoltaic (PV) in 2024
Solar PV additions in the European Union are forecast to reach 65.5GW in 2024, according to trade association SolarPower Europe’s (SPE) latest report. After years of rapid growth with double-digit increases from previous years, Europe is facing a 92% slowdown in solar growth compared with the growth between 2021 and 2023. Last year was marked … Continue reading EU adds 66 GW of solar photovoltaic (PV) in 2024
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Bahrain eyes 20% reliance on photovoltaic solar power
One of the key incentives introduced to encourage wider adoption was a financial reward for surplus electricity generated by private photovoltaic systems Bahrain has set an ambitious target of 20 per cent reliance on photovoltaic solar power by 2035, a top minister has said. Electricity and Water Affairs Minister Yasser Humaidan, in a written reply … Continue reading Bahrain eyes 20% reliance on photovoltaic solar power
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Six highlights of the global energy transition in 2024
Solar photovoltaic and batteries are the big players in the energy transition in 2024, helping renewables knock fossil fuels – especially coal – off their pedestal in many countries and regions. 2024 was the year of solar and batteries – and this double act is set to reshape global energy systems. Solar superpowers are emerging … Continue reading Six highlights of the global energy transition in 2024
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Why offshore wind power is critical for America
Rob Langford, Vice President of Global Offshore Renewables at the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), discusses the growth opportunities for the United States as the nation generates power from offshore wind for the first time. He explains how greater industry collaboration, the upskilling of energy workers, and the repurposing of legacy assets can lower the … Continue reading Why offshore wind power is critical for America
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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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Law in approval endangers the future development of wind power and hydroelectric in Galicia
The associations signing this statement express our disagreement with the measures proposed by the Xunta de Galicia, as they immediately affect the regional renewable sector and in the medium term the entire electricity sector. Measures such as those proposed will inevitably result in an increase in uncertainty and litigation in the sector and, ultimately, a … Continue reading Law in approval endangers the future development of wind power and hydroelectric in Galicia
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Oda Solar Photovoltaic Power Project Inaugurated in Oromia, Ethiopia
The Oda Photovoltaic Power Project, a 370 kilowatt solar power facility built at a cost of 195 million birr, was officially inaugurated in Medewelabu Woreda, East Borena Zone, Oromia Regional State. In his inaugural address, the State Minister for Water and Energy, Dr. Sultan Wali, highlighted that the project will provide electricity to approximately 15,000 … Continue reading Oda Solar Photovoltaic Power Project Inaugurated in Oromia, Ethiopia
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China maintains high utilization rates of wind power and photovoltaic
China has maintained high utilization rates of wind and solar power, official data showed Sunday, suggesting the world’s renewables powerhouse has ensured both speed and quality in its green drive. The utilization rates of wind and solar power remained above 95 percent this year, according to data of the National Energy Administration. By the end … Continue reading China maintains high utilization rates of wind power and photovoltaic
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Nordex receives first order from Alterric for N175/6.X wind turbines in Greece for 56 MW of wind power
Alterric, an independent producer in the renewable energy sector and one of the largest producers of onshore green electricity in Central Europe, has placed an order with the Nordex Group for the supply and installation of nine N175/6.X wind turbines for a wind farm in Greece. The contract also includes a premium service contract for … Continue reading Nordex receives first order from Alterric for N175/6.X wind turbines in Greece for 56 MW of wind power
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Spain announces 8 photovoltaic and hybrid projects for 1.32 GW and 200 MW of storage in the second week of December
The Official State Gazette for the second week of December contains announcements corresponding to 8 photovoltaic and hybrid projects for 1.32 GW, including 361.4 MW from Prodiel. Prior administrative authorisation for modifications and construction for the 361.4 MW Los Pradillos photovoltaic installation and its evacuation infrastructure, in the municipalities of Carranque, Ugena, Illescas, Yuncos, Numancia … Continue reading Spain announces 8 photovoltaic and hybrid projects for 1.32 GW and 200 MW of storage in the second week of December
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Jacobs to help build $3.3 billion, 3.5 GW photovoltaic (PV) plant and 4.5 GW battery system in Philippines
US firm Jacobs will help build a $3.3 billion, 3.5 GW photovoltaic plant and 4.5 GW battery system in the Philippines to help the country reduce its reliance on coal for power generation. Located on a 30-square-kilometer site 150 kilometers north of Manila, the “Terra Solar” project will be one of the largest solar parks … Continue reading Jacobs to help build $3.3 billion, 3.5 GW photovoltaic (PV) plant and 4.5 GW battery system in Philippines
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Predictions for energy and natural resources in 2025
This is the season for looking to the future, and for the final Energy Pulse of 2024 I have collected 10 predictions from Wood Mackenzie analysts for the year ahead. The predictions for 2024 that I presented a year ago had quite a good hit rate. Some were spot-on: we were right about the increased … Continue reading Predictions for energy and natural resources in 2025
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Enercon receives an order for 38 MW of wind power in Romania
After 12 years, the CNE sales team secures its first major order for 7 E-160 EP5 wind turbines with a total capacity of over 38 MW. ENERCON had been negotiating since 2023 and the contract has now been signed and sealed: together with the customer Smart Power Generation Alfa S.R.L., ENERCON is realising the first … Continue reading Enercon receives an order for 38 MW of wind power in Romania
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World’s highest photovoltaic solar power project put into operation in China’s Xizang
The second phase of the Huadian Xizang Caipeng Photovoltaic Power Station in Shannan Prefecture of southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region, the world’s highest-altitude photovoltaic project, officially began operations on Saturday. The power station’s second phase is located at an altitude ranging from 5,046 to 5,228 meters above sea level, setting a new record for the … Continue reading World’s highest photovoltaic solar power project put into operation in China’s Xizang
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