In a high-level meeting focused on advancing collaborative investment ventures with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on Nov. 14, Kazakh Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov revealed plans for the development of a wind power plant boasting a one-gigawatt capacity in the Zhetisu Region, reported the Prime Minister’s press service.Currently in the preparatory stages, the plant’s construction … Continue reading Saudi Arabia Investors to Build Wind Power Plant in Kazakhstan
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Falling wind power production in the second week of November leads to a price recovery in European electricity markets
In the second week of November, electricity market prices recovered from the previous week. For the third consecutive week, MIBEL was the market with the lowest weekly average. The increase in demand and the fall in wind energy production after the high levels at the end of October and the beginning of November favored the … Continue reading Falling wind power production in the second week of November leads to a price recovery in European electricity markets
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Vestas wins order for 67 MW of wind power in Sweden
Vestas has received a firm order from Vattenfall Vindkraft AB, part of the Vattenfall AB group, for the 67 MW Velinga wind farm in Sweden. The order consists of twelve V150-6.0 MW wind turbines in 5.6 MW operational mode and includes the supply, delivery and commissioning of the wind turbines. Upon completion, Vestas will service … Continue reading Vestas wins order for 67 MW of wind power in Sweden
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New Wind Power System Backed by Bill Gates
Bill Gates, the Microsoft billionaire, has recently invested in Airloom Energy, a company that has developed an innovative wind power system. This investment, led by Gates’ Breakthrough Energy Ventures, provided $4 million in seed funding to support the scaling up of this game-changing technology. The key feature of Airloom Energy’s wind turbine is its unique … Continue reading New Wind Power System Backed by Bill Gates
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Michigan Governor to Sign Clean Energy Future Plan into Law; State Will Operate on 100-Percent Clean Energy by 2040
An ambitious package of renewable energy bills that just passed the Michigan Legislature—now on its way to be signed into law by Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer—is drawing strong praise from business-friendly clean energy-focused organizations throughout the state and across the nation. Dubbed the Clean Energy Future Plan, the new legislation will require Michigan utilities to … Continue reading Michigan Governor to Sign Clean Energy Future Plan into Law; State Will Operate on 100-Percent Clean Energy by 2040
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Can Spanish renewables avoid becoming a victim of their own success?
Despite healthy EU ambitions for the energy transition and the decarbonisation of power, and substantial progress already made in the market, Spanish renewables face some strong short-term headwinds. At our recent Madrid breakfast briefing, we presented insights based on the findings from Wood Mackenzie’s Iberian power markets analysis, exploring the issues facing the Spanish power … Continue reading Can Spanish renewables avoid becoming a victim of their own success?
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Innovation projects at Anholt Offshore Wind Farm
A new research project at Anholt Offshore Wind Farm in Denmark aims to grow a number of less carbon-intensive foods while contributing to a healthier marine environment: To solve the climate crisis, we need to look at how we source our energy, but also at what we eat, as many foods emit large amounts of … Continue reading Innovation projects at Anholt Offshore Wind Farm
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Wind power company Vestas reduces its net loss by 93% in the first nine
The wind turbine manufacturer Vestas presented this Wednesday a net loss of 71 million euros in the first nine months of the year, 93% less than in the same period of 2022. The reduction in loss was driven by an increase in activity levels and a higher gross margin, explained Vestas, one of the world’s … Continue reading Wind power company Vestas reduces its net loss by 93% in the first nine
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Innovative floating wind turbine to begin testing off Norwegian coast
A new floating wind turbine design could soon be floating off the coast of Norway. Oslo-based startup World Wide Wind (WWW) has just been given the green light to test its novel wind turbine design at a site in Vats, southwest Norway.“We are very proud to test our first prototype in cooperation with AF Gruppen … Continue reading Innovative floating wind turbine to begin testing off Norwegian coast
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Vestas wins 42 MW of wind power in Germany: order intake exceeds 10 GW by 2023
Vestas has received a firm order from Strom 2020 GmbH & Co. KG for the Bosau wind farm in Germany. The order consists of seven V150-6.0 MW wind turbines and includes the supply, delivery and commissioning of the wind turbines. Upon completion, Vestas will service the turbines under a 20-year Active Output Management 5000 (AOM … Continue reading Vestas wins 42 MW of wind power in Germany: order intake exceeds 10 GW by 2023
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Who owns the most wind farms?
In the race to transition to renewable energy sources, wind power has emerged as a leading contender. With its ability to generate clean electricity and reduce carbon emissions, wind farms have become increasingly popular worldwide. But who exactly owns the most wind farms? Let’s take a closer look. The Global Leaders When it comes to … Continue reading Who owns the most wind farms?
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What is the minimum speed for a wind turbine?
Wind turbines have become a prominent source of renewable energy, harnessing the power of the wind to generate electricity. But have you ever wondered what the minimum speed is for a wind turbine to start spinning and producing energy? Let’s delve into this fascinating topic and explore the factors that influence a wind turbine’s minimum … Continue reading What is the minimum speed for a wind turbine?
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Iberdrola joins forces with Masdar in offshore wind energy with the investment of 1.6 billion euros in the Baltic
After obtaining the necessary regulatory approvals, the companies have closed the agreement announced last July to co-invest in the Baltic Eagle offshore wind farm, which has a capacity of 476 MW Iberdrola has closed a strategic agreement with Masdar, a renewable group from the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, to co-invest in the German Baltic Eagle … Continue reading Iberdrola joins forces with Masdar in offshore wind energy with the investment of 1.6 billion euros in the Baltic
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Mainstream Renewable Power’s JV Freja Offshore applies for 2.5 GW offshore wind permit on Sweden’s east coast
Freja Offshore, a 50-50 joint venture between Mainstream Renewable Power (“Mainstream”) and Hexicon, has submitted a planning application for the up-to 2.5 GW Dyning floating offshore wind farm in the Baltic Sea, located in Sweden’s economic zone, approximately 45 kilometers southeast of Oxelösund. Dyning will have the potential to deliver up to 10 TWh of … Continue reading Mainstream Renewable Power’s JV Freja Offshore applies for 2.5 GW offshore wind permit on Sweden’s east coast
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Record Third Quarter for US Clean Energy Installations
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) today released the Clean Power Quarterly Market Report | Q3 2023, showing that the industry brought online 5,551 megawatts (MW) of utility-scale clean power capacity in the third quarter of 2023, enough to power 813,000 American homes. Third quarter installations increased 13% over the same period in 2022 and … Continue reading Record Third Quarter for US Clean Energy Installations
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EEDP Renewables net profit increases to 467 million euros in the first nine months of 2023
Recurring net profit in the first nine months of 2023 increased 12% compared to the same period in 2022, and investment amounted to €3.4bn, with a focus on Europe and North America; EDPR added more than 600 MW in solar capacity since the beginning of the year and has 5.2 GW in wind and solar … Continue reading EEDP Renewables net profit increases to 467 million euros in the first nine months of 2023
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Vestas wins first order for V172-7.2 MW wind turbines for 43 MW wind project in Germany
Vestas has received its first firm order for the V172-7.2 MW wind turbine, the latest addition to Vestas’ EnVentus platform. The order was placed by the developer Uhl Windkraft and consists of six wind turbines for the Hoßkirch wind project, a project in collaboration with the Koenigsegg-Aulendorf Comital House. The order includes the supply, delivery … Continue reading Vestas wins first order for V172-7.2 MW wind turbines for 43 MW wind project in Germany
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Solar and wind power curtailments are rising in California
The California Independent System Operator (CAISO), the grid operator for most of the state, is increasingly curtailing solar- and wind-powered electricity generation as it faces the rapid growth of wind and solar power in California. Grid operators require wind and solar generators to curtail production to reduce energy output below the levels they would have … Continue reading Solar and wind power curtailments are rising in California
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Suzlon secures 50.4 MW wind order for its 3 MW wind turbines from Juniper Green Energy Private
To supply 16 wind turbines with a rated capacity of 3.15 MW each. Wind farm to be completed in 2025 at Dwarka district in Gujarat. Part of bid awarded to Juniper Green Energy Private Limited by Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd. (GUVNL). A project of this size can provide electricity to ~38 thousand households and … Continue reading Suzlon secures 50.4 MW wind order for its 3 MW wind turbines from Juniper Green Energy Private
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How reversible are the recent setbacks of the offshore wind sector?
Amid a challenging year for the offshore wind sector, recent setbacks have increased costs but are now also starting to spur vital policy changes. The industry is now in a position to reverse setbacks and advance toward ambitious goals, encouraging greater investments in renewables and job growth over the next decade Søren Lassen Head of … Continue reading How reversible are the recent setbacks of the offshore wind sector?
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