Last night the European Parliament and the Council reached an agreement on the EU’s electricity market design revision. The deal is a good compromise which will help restore the confidence of renewables investors. Crucially it avoids permanently enshrining inframarginal revenue caps in the EU’s electricity market design. Europe needs more renewables as fast as possible. … Continue reading EU electricity market design deal will help restore investment certainty
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EIB delivers its bit of the Wind Power Package with counter-guarantees for wind energy manufacturing
The European Investment Bank (EIB) Board of Directors today announced a €5bn counter-guarantee scheme for wind energy manufacturing. This is the EIB’s key action in the EU Wind Power Package. The counter-guarantees will improve access to finance for wind turbine manufacturers, providing them with the support they need to help boost Europe’s energy security and … Continue reading EIB delivers its bit of the Wind Power Package with counter-guarantees for wind energy manufacturing
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MingYang produces first 18 MW offshore wind nacelle
Chinese wind turbine manufacturer MingYang Smart Energy has successfully produced its first 18 MW offshore wind turbine nacelle. The nacelle, which houses important components such as the gearbox, generator and control systems, is an integral part of offshore wind turbines. With this achievement, MingYang has joined a small group of companies capable of producing these … Continue reading MingYang produces first 18 MW offshore wind nacelle
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Enercon wind turbines generate green shore wind power for Trelleborg Baltic Sea port
The Swedish Baltic Sea port of Trelleborg is using ENERCON wind turbines to transition to renewable energies. The port operator is installing two E-82/2.35 MW WECs in order to supply ships located at the port with green shore-side power in future. Together with an own solar park, they are expected to meet the energy requirements … Continue reading Enercon wind turbines generate green shore wind power for Trelleborg Baltic Sea port
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Onshore wind energy secures sustainable low-cost power
In the discussion about state subsidies for business energy, ENERCON CCO Ulrich Schulze Südhoff points to the expansion of onshore wind energy as a long-term solution. At the Handelsblatt Industrial Summit 2023 in Minden (7–8 December) today, he highlighted the role of onshore wind energy as a partner to business and industry: ‘Onshore wind is … Continue reading Onshore wind energy secures sustainable low-cost power
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Avangrid Completes Installation of First Five Wind Turbines, Prepares to Deliver First Power from Nation-Leading Vineyard Wind 1 Project
Avangrid Completes Installation of First Five Turbines, Prepares to Deliver First Power from Nation-Leading Vineyard Wind 1 Project Developer working toward first delivery of clean energy to 30,000 homes and businesses from first large-scale offshore wind farm in the United StatesOnce fully operational, Vineyard Wind 1 will deliver 806 Megawatts, enough to power 400,000 homes … Continue reading Avangrid Completes Installation of First Five Wind Turbines, Prepares to Deliver First Power from Nation-Leading Vineyard Wind 1 Project
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Wind energy sector launches Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda to boost Europe’s competitive edge
The European Technology & Innovation Platform on wind energy (ETIPWind) launched its new Strategic R&I Agenda for 2025-2027. It calls for €1.8bn of public investment in wind energy Research and Innovation to boost the development of a resilient, competitive and sustainable European wind supply chain.On 4 December leading wind industry Chief Technology Officers, wind energy … Continue reading Wind energy sector launches Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda to boost Europe’s competitive edge
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Are the West’s “big three” able to cope with the huge growth in offshore wind power?
The rapid growth of offshore wind has raised questions about the ability of the industry’s “big three” Western wind turbine companies, namely Siemens Gamesa, Vestas and GE Renewable Energy, to keep up with demand. This article examines the current status of these companies and their readiness to meet the needs of offshore wind expansion. As … Continue reading Are the West’s “big three” able to cope with the huge growth in offshore wind power?
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OX2 has handed over the Marhult wind farm in Sweden to Octopus Energy Generation
OX2 has handed over the Marhult wind farm in Uppvidinge municipality, Sweden, to Octopus Energy Generation. The wind farm comprises 7 wind turbines with a total installed capacity of 32 MW. OX2 and Octopus Energy Generation signed a contract to construct the Marhult wind farm in February 2022. The yearly production is estimated to be … Continue reading OX2 has handed over the Marhult wind farm in Sweden to Octopus Energy Generation
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Vestas introduces revolutionary 15 MW offshore wind turbine
Danish wind turbine manufacturer Vestas has achieved a major milestone with the successful certification of its V236-15.0 MW offshore wind turbine. This innovative prototype was installed at the Østerild National Test Center in Denmark in December 2022 and exceeded expectations during its testing phase. With impressive capacities, the V236-15.0 MW turbine reached its nominal power … Continue reading Vestas introduces revolutionary 15 MW offshore wind turbine
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China’s wind, solar and hydropower capacity exceeds 1.4 TW
China has become a global leader in renewable energy with total installed capacity exceeding 1.4 TW, a milestone that shows the country’s commitment to renewable energy. China’s National Energy Administration (NEA) announced last week that renewable energy now accounts for approximately 49.9% of the country’s total electricity generation capacity. According to the NEA, this impressive … Continue reading China’s wind, solar and hydropower capacity exceeds 1.4 TW
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Vestas and DTEK sign MOU on Ukraine’s largest wind energy project
Vestas and DTEK today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at COP28 to collaborate on the construction of the second phase of the Tyligulska wind farm in the southern part of Ukraine. The agreement outlines the conditions and desire to build the 384 MW second phase of the Tyligulska wind project. The first phase of … Continue reading Vestas and DTEK sign MOU on Ukraine’s largest wind energy project
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Colombia will hold offshore wind energy auction
Colombia is making significant changes to the terms of its upcoming offshore wind auction to attract a broader group of bidders, according to Energy Minister Andrés Camacho. The revised rules, which will be officially announced at the COP28 climate meeting in Dubai, aim to address concerns raised by companies and industry groups about the initial … Continue reading Colombia will hold offshore wind energy auction
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Ethiopia partners with AMEA Power for wind energy project
Ethiopia has taken a significant step towards achieving its renewable energy goals with the signing of an agreement with AMEA Power, a recognized player in the renewable energy sector. The deal involves the construction of a 300-megawatt wind farm, known as the Aysha project, which upon completion will serve as the country’s largest wind power … Continue reading Ethiopia partners with AMEA Power for wind energy project
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The rise of wind turbines in Ireland
In Malachy McKenna’s play The Quiet Land, the characters Eamon and Nashee, two elderly farmers, engage in a heated debate over the decline of lawn mowing and the advent of wind turbines. The picturesque mountains of western Ireland, once dotted with men mowing grass, are now home to impressive wind farms. The contrast between old … Continue reading The rise of wind turbines in Ireland
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The potential of offshore wind energy in Atlantic Canada
Atlantic Canada has a unique opportunity to harness the power of offshore wind energy and become a leading player in the transition to green energy with wind turbines. According to a recent report from the Public Policy Forum, Atlantic Canada has the potential to develop 15 gigawatts (GW) of offshore wind, which could generate enough … Continue reading The potential of offshore wind energy in Atlantic Canada
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New wave of wind turbine purchase agreements indicates strong growth in the wind industry
The wind energy industry continues to gain momentum, as evidenced by the recent increase in turbine purchase agreements (TPAs) around the world. According to a report from Windpower Intelligence, the research and data division of Windpower Monthly, ten major TPAs were produced in the month of November alone, further cementing wind power’s position as a … Continue reading New wave of wind turbine purchase agreements indicates strong growth in the wind industry
Continue readingVestas wins 46 MW wind power order in Japan
Vestas has secured a 46 MW repowering order with Eurus Energy Holdings Corporation for the Eurus Kamaishi wind farm in Iwate prefecture, Japan. The order includes the supply and supervision of the installation of 11 units of V117-4.2 MW wind turbines. Vestas will also offer a multi-year Active Output Management 4000 (AOM 4000) service for … Continue reading Vestas wins 46 MW wind power order in Japan
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Vestas secures 203 MW wind power order for V163-4.5 MW wind turbines in the US
Vestas has received a 203 MW order for the undisclosed wind farm in the US. The order consists of 45 V163-4.5 MW wind turbines. The orders include the supply, delivery and commissioning of the wind turbines, as well as a multi-year Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) service agreement, designed to ensure optimized performance of … Continue reading Vestas secures 203 MW wind power order for V163-4.5 MW wind turbines in the US
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European Parliament voted to boost wind energy tech made in Europe
On Tuesday the European Parliament voted on its position for the negotiations with European Commission and Member States on the Net-Zero Industry Act (NZIA). MEP Christian Ehler, drafting the Parliament’s position, has put forward a proposal which supports a strong European wind industry to deliver on Europe’s climate and energy security objectives in the lead … Continue reading European Parliament voted to boost wind energy tech made in Europe
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