Wind turbines are getting bigger, and so are turbine blades, which need to be made of durable materials if they are going to keep functioning for 20 or more years. And at the end of their lifespan, it is essential that those durable materials be reused, not tossed in a landfill. Working out how to … Continue reading Building Better Blades: Renewed Funding Supports Wind Turbine Blade Innovations at NREL
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The Inflation Reduction Act is set to increase cumulative wind energy installations in the US by over 50% in the next 5 years
New report, in partnership with the American Clean Power Association, uncovers insights on the surge in offshore wind power projects, the revival of onshore markets, and the booming repowering sector, all fueled by strategic policy shifts and significant investments. The US Wind Watch, a new report released by the American Clean Power Association (ACP) and … Continue reading The Inflation Reduction Act is set to increase cumulative wind energy installations in the US by over 50% in the next 5 years
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Nordex another wind power order in Spain for 45 MW
At the end of September, Enerfin, the renewable energy subsidiary of the Elecnor Group, one of the main Spanish mechanical engineering and construction groups, awarded Nordex an order for 45 MW in Spain. The order also includes a Premium Service for the wind turbines for a period of 20 years. Nordex supplies eight N155/5.X wind … Continue reading Nordex another wind power order in Spain for 45 MW
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Wind energy playing key role in Africa’s energy supply but transformational potential still untapped
us of Wind in Africa report, which provides a stocktake of the wind industry in Africa and delivers a forecast of the continent’s wind energy pipeline. The Status Report provides the foundation for policy discussions and project development to build on and drive the region’s wind development forward through the rest of this decade. The … Continue reading Wind energy playing key role in Africa’s energy supply but transformational potential still untapped
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Vestas wins 139 MW wind power order in Poland
Vestas has received a firm order from Eviva Drze?ewo Sp. z o.o. z o.o., part of PAK-POLSKA CZYSTA ENERGIA Sp. z o.o. zoo. and ZE PAK S. A., for the Drze?ewo I-IV wind farm in Poland. The order consists of 23 V110-2.0 MW wind turbines and 40 V100-2.0 MW wind turbines, all in 2.2 MW … Continue reading Vestas wins 139 MW wind power order in Poland
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ACP Names Atlantic City As Host of Offshore WINDPOWER Conference in 2024
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) announced today that its Offshore WINDPOWER Conference & Exhibition 2024 will be held October 28-30, 2024 in Atlantic City, N.J. at the convention center. This high-profile conference will bring thousands of attendees to New Jersey for in-depth discussions and strategic collaboration to accelerate the development of offshore wind energy … Continue reading ACP Names Atlantic City As Host of Offshore WINDPOWER Conference in 2024
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Ørsted among 15 climate tech companies to watch
MIT Technology Review – the independent media company founded by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in 1899 – has included Ørsted on its new list of 15 climate tech companies to watch. The list, which was premiered today at this year’s ClimateTech conference on MIT’s campus, highlights start-ups and established businesses that could have … Continue reading Ørsted among 15 climate tech companies to watch
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Making Ireland an offshore wind energy hub for Europe
Offshore wind will be a key component to meet Europe’s climate and energy goals, and SSE brought the topic of Ireland’s offshore wind energy potential to the forefront of European Parliament. I was delighted to speak at the ‘Powering up Europe’ event SSE hosted in the European Parliament this week, considering how the offshore wind … Continue reading Making Ireland an offshore wind energy hub for Europe
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Higher demand and lower wind energy boost European electricity market prices with help from gas
In the last week of September, European electricity market prices rose compared to the previous week. In most of them, the weekly average was above €100/MWh and, in several markets, some hourly prices were above €200/MWh. The rise in gas prices, the decrease in wind energy production and higher demand favored this behavior. Brent futures … Continue reading Higher demand and lower wind energy boost European electricity market prices with help from gas
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Vestas signs deals for 1,220 MW of wind turbines in Europe and the US
Vestas, a leading wind turbine manufacturer, has announced a series of new contracts to supply a total of 1,220 MW of onshore and offshore wind turbines to projects in Europe and the United States. One of the major orders won by Vestas is a 960 MW contract for EnBW’s He Dreiht offshore wind farm in … Continue reading Vestas signs deals for 1,220 MW of wind turbines in Europe and the US
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Vestas wins order for 25 MW EnVentus wind turbines in Türkiye
Vestas wins order for 25 MW EnVentus wind turbines in Türkiye. Sanko Holding has placed an order for 25 MW for the Akyel wind farm, which will be located in the Karaman region of Türkiye. The contract includes the supply and installation of four V162-6.2 MW wind turbines, as well as a 10-year Active Output … Continue reading Vestas wins order for 25 MW EnVentus wind turbines in Türkiye
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Vestas secures order for 960 MW of V236-15.0 MW wind turbines for EnBW’s He Dreiht offshore wind project
Vestas has secured a firm order for 960 MW for its V236-15.0 MW offshore wind turbines. The order includes 64 V236-15.0 MW wind turbines for the He Dreiht wind farm located in German waters of the North Sea. Vestas will also offer a five-year Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) service agreement followed by a … Continue reading Vestas secures order for 960 MW of V236-15.0 MW wind turbines for EnBW’s He Dreiht offshore wind project
Continue readingVestas is awarded a wind farm for ten 62 MW wind turbines in Germany
Vestas has received a firm order from Bürgerwind Beuchte, part of Ebert Erneuerbare Energien Unternehmensgruppe, for the Beuchte wind farm in Lower Saxony, Germany. The order consists of ten V162-6.2 MW wind turbines and includes the supply, delivery and commissioning of the wind turbines. Upon completion, Vestas will service the turbines under a 25-year Active … Continue reading Vestas is awarded a wind farm for ten 62 MW wind turbines in Germany
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Offshore wind farm Hollandse Kust Zuid inaugurated. Vattenfall, BASF and Allianz showcase innovation and biodiversity
Dutch King Willem-Alexander officially inaugurated wind farm Hollandse Kust Zuid. To mark the occasion the king celebrated the completion of Vattenfall’s largest offshore windfarm to date together with executives of Vattenfall, BASF and Allianz on the beach of IJmuiden in front of a life-sized human turbine. The fossil free electricity generated from Hollandse Kust Zuid … Continue reading Offshore wind farm Hollandse Kust Zuid inaugurated. Vattenfall, BASF and Allianz showcase innovation and biodiversity
Continue readingVestas wins 38 MW wind power order in Japan
Vestas has secured a 38 MW order with Todo Corporation for the Iwaki Miwa wind farm in Fukushima prefecture, Japan. Owned by JR East Energy Development Co., Ltd., the wind farm will be built by Todo Corporation and will feature nine V117-4.2 MW wind turbines. Vestas will also offer 20 years of Active Output Management … Continue reading Vestas wins 38 MW wind power order in Japan
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Iberdrola completes its first hybrid wind and solar plant in Spain
Iberdrola has completed the construction in of the first hybrid wind and solar photovoltaic plant in Spain and is now immersed in the commissioning process. The company thus reinforces its innovative and renewable leadership in the region with the development in Burgos of this technology that optimises the use of the grid and minimises the … Continue reading Iberdrola completes its first hybrid wind and solar plant in Spain
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Nordex receives two orders for 135 MW of wind power in Italy
Nordex has been awarded two contracts to supply and install a total of 20 Delta4000 series wind turbines for two projects in Italy. Each order also includes a ten-year Premium service for the maintenance of the wind turbines. The client name and project names have been hidden at the client’s request. The wind farms, in … Continue reading Nordex receives two orders for 135 MW of wind power in Italy
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First powertrain for V236-15.0 MWTM wind turbines leaves ZF Wind Power Belgium via sustainable water transport
ZF Wind Power is committed to driving a sustainable future with its partners and launches the first complete V236-15.0 MWTM powertrain.The Vestas propulsion system is transported from ZF Wind Power Belgium to its destination in Denmark by sea.Series production of this 15 MW propulsion system for the offshore wind market will begin at ZF Wind … Continue reading First powertrain for V236-15.0 MWTM wind turbines leaves ZF Wind Power Belgium via sustainable water transport
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Lower prices in European electricity markets thanks to increased wind energy production
In the third week of September, European electricity markets prices fell compared to the previous week. The decline was due to lower demand and a significant increase in wind energy production in several markets, which offset the increase in gas and CO2 prices. On September 25 TTF gas futures reached their highest level since early … Continue reading Lower prices in European electricity markets thanks to increased wind energy production
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Iberdrola exceeds 420 MW of wind power in Greece with the commissioning of the Askio II and Rokani wind farms
Iberdrola has commissioned the 37.8-megawatt (MW) Askio II wind farm in Greece. Located in the provinces of Kozani and Eordaia, in the West Macedonia region of Greece, it joins the 50.4 MW Askio III project in full operation, which was completed in 2022. Total investment in both projects was close to € 100 million. Askio … Continue reading Iberdrola exceeds 420 MW of wind power in Greece with the commissioning of the Askio II and Rokani wind farms
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