500 MW Abydos solar photovoltaic plant will generate 1,500GWh of clean energy, powering approximately 300,000 households and will offset 782,300 tons of CO2 emissions. AMEA Power, one of the fastest growing renewable energy companies in the region, announced today the commissioning of its 500MW Abydos Solar PV Plant in Egypt. Located in the Aswan Governorate, … Continue reading AMEA Power commissions Egypt’s largest photovoltaic solar power plant with a 500 MW
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First wind farm in southern Xinjiang achieves full capacity grid connection
The first wind power project in southern part of northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region was connected to the grid at full capacity on Saturday, marking a milestone achievement in harnessing wind energy in China’s high altitude mountainous regions above 3,000 meters. The project, located in Wuqia County of the Kizilsu Kirgiz Autonomous Prefecture of … Continue reading First wind farm in southern Xinjiang achieves full capacity grid connection
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Brazilian Senate passes Offshore Wind Bill which sets course for sector’s rapid growth in country
Brazil’s Federal Senate has passed the country’s offshore wind bill, passing the legislation on to the President for final approval. The bill paves the way for the offshore wind sector to establish itself in the country and deliver clean, secure, and green energy. Offshore wind also presents a huge opportunity for Brazil to play a … Continue reading Brazilian Senate passes Offshore Wind Bill which sets course for sector’s rapid growth in country
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Türkiye reaches 18.7 GW Photovoltaic Capacity
One of the paradoxes of human-made climate change is that as we heat up the planet by burning gasoline, coal and fossil gas, it makes the summers hotter. These torrid months impel people to run the air conditioner nonstop, which requires burning more coal or fossil gas, which causes it to get hotter. It is … Continue reading Türkiye reaches 18.7 GW Photovoltaic Capacity
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Iberdrola gives entry to Kansai into the German offshore wind project Windanker valued at 1.28 billion euros
Iberdrola has given entry to the Japanese electric company Kansai into its Windanker offshore wind project, which is already under construction. The Japanese electric company will co-invest in the asset, reaching a 49% stake, while Iberdrola will retain control with the remaining 51%. The Windanker offshore wind farm, located in the German Baltic Sea, will … Continue reading Iberdrola gives entry to Kansai into the German offshore wind project Windanker valued at 1.28 billion euros
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US Grid-Scale Energy Storage Continues Strong Year with Highest Q3 Installations on Record
3.8 GW of storage installed across all segments, 80% increase from Q3 2023 • Residential installations hit all-time high The U.S. energy storage market continued its strong growth in Q3 of 2024, with the grid-scale segment setting a new Q3 record at 3,431 megawatts (MW) and 9,188 megawatt-hours (MWh) deployed. According to the American Clean Power … Continue reading US Grid-Scale Energy Storage Continues Strong Year with Highest Q3 Installations on Record
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The impact of China’s 2024 solar photovoltaic ( PV) manufacturing guidelines
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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