Early this month, ENERCON reached 60 GW wind onshore capacity installed worldwide. More than 32,000 wind turbines have been designed, produced and commissioned in 50 countries since ENERCON’s foundation in 1984. This capacity substitutes about 60 conventional power plants. ‘Together with our customers and partners, we are proud and delighted to provide 60 GW of … Continue reading Enercon reaches 60 GW of installed wind power capacity worldwide
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EDP Renewables accelerates its growth in the United Kingdom with two wind projects awarded in the latest auction
These wind projects will generate a total of 56 MW and are set to start operating in 2026; This award underscores EDPR’s firm dedication to playing a significant role in the drive to fully decarbonize the sector by 2035. EDP Renewables (EDPR), a global leader in renewable energy development, strengthens its role in the UK’s … Continue reading EDP Renewables accelerates its growth in the United Kingdom with two wind projects awarded in the latest auction
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UK Offshore wind auction failure must be a watershed moment for global offshore wind development
The failure of the UK government’s latest round of offshore wind auctions must be a watershed moment for the offshore wind industry around the globe. Despite clear warnings from the industry that prices set by the UK government made project investment unfeasible, policymakers failed to act. Price caps for this year’s auction were even lower … Continue reading UK Offshore wind auction failure must be a watershed moment for global offshore wind development
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Poorly designed UK CFD auction fails to attract any offshore wind investors
The UK announced the results of their 5th Contract for Difference (CfD) auction. They were hoping to award up to 5 GW of offshore wind. But not a single offshore wind project bid in to the auction. The auction awarded support to 3.7 GW of other technologies including 1.7 GW of onshore wind. The main … Continue reading Poorly designed UK CFD auction fails to attract any offshore wind investors
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India has the potential to dominate the global wind energy supply chain
India could emerge as a central figure in the global wind energy supply chain because of its comprehensive strategy to enhance wind turbines manufacturing and export capabilities while fostering domestic renewable energy growth. This information was revealed in the report India Wind Energy Market Outlook 2023–2027, jointly published by the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) … Continue reading India has the potential to dominate the global wind energy supply chain
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ACP WINDPOWER Conference 2023: Steel in the Water. People at Work
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) announced speakers for its Offshore WINDPOWER Conference & Exhibition, to be held October 3-4 at the Hynes Convention Center in Boston. U.S. offshore wind development is a once-in-a-generation opportunity, and the momentum continues leading into ACP’s Offshore WINDPOWER this fall. October 3, 2023: Industry Leader Panel; Charting the Course: … Continue reading ACP WINDPOWER Conference 2023: Steel in the Water. People at Work
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No energy transition without expanded electricity grid
Europe needs to invest more in its electricity grids. It needs to accelerate the build-out of transmission and distribution networks, reinforce existing grids and increase their flexibility. “No transition without more transmission” – without these critical investments Europe cannot deliver its energy security and climate targets. In a new one-pager WindEurope lays out its recommendations … Continue reading No energy transition without expanded electricity grid
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Offshore construction in the North Sea begins on RWE’s flagship Sofia Offshore Wind Farm
The 1.4-gigawatt offshore wind power project is one of the world’s largest single offshore wind farms – operational in 2026. Prysmian’s Leonardo da Vinci vessel will lay the first sections of high voltage direct current (HVDC) export cables. Sofia will play a key role in helping the UK achieve its net zero ambitions. Offshore construction … Continue reading Offshore construction in the North Sea begins on RWE’s flagship Sofia Offshore Wind Farm
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Global wind orders in the first half reached a new high of 69.5 GW
Global wind turbine order intake reached new highs in H1, with 69.5 gigawatts (GW) of activity, a 12 percent increase year-over-year, according to a new analysis from Wood Mackenzie. A big driver of this activity was orders from outside of China, which saw more than 25 GW of order demand for a 47% increase year-over-year … Continue reading Global wind orders in the first half reached a new high of 69.5 GW
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Enercon announces a more powerful version of its E-175 EP5 wind turbines
Enercon announces a more powerful version of its E-175 EP5 wind turbines. The top model will be equipped with a larger permanent magnet generator with 6.X MW rated power. ENERCON expands its product portfolio with a type of powerful and high-performance system. In time for the Husum Wind wind energy fair (September 12-15), the manufacturer … Continue reading Enercon announces a more powerful version of its E-175 EP5 wind turbines
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Enel Green Power Chile begins commercial operations of the new wind power plants in Southern Chile
The Renaico II wind power project, after passing all tests to ensure its correct operation in terms of both safety and performance, received authorization from the National Electric Coordinator to begin its commercial operations.With this authorization, Renaico II, located in the Araucanía Region and which has a net installed capacity of 144 MW, will generate … Continue reading Enel Green Power Chile begins commercial operations of the new wind power plants in Southern Chile
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Iberdrola reinforces its leadership in offshore wind power with the progress of Saint-Brieuc and Baltic Eagle
Iberdrola is reaffirming its leadership in offshore wind with major advances in Saint-Brieuc (France) and Baltic Eagle (Germany). Iberdrola’s Chairman, Ignacio Galán, has recognized the work of employees at the Saint-Brieuc offshore wind farm, the first large-scale offshore wind project in Brittany and the second in France to produce clean energy, and at the Baltic … Continue reading Iberdrola reinforces its leadership in offshore wind power with the progress of Saint-Brieuc and Baltic Eagle
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New artificial reefs bring new life to Hollandse Kust Zuid
Nine artificial reefs were deployed during the construction of the Hollandse Kust Zuid (HKZ) offshore wind farm. Two years on, it’s time for a first stock-take. Sytske van den Akker, a marine biologist at Vattenfall’s Environment and Sustainability Department, works with the ecological impacts of offshore wind farms. “When you construct an offshore wind farm, … Continue reading New artificial reefs bring new life to Hollandse Kust Zuid
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Vestas wins an order to repower 42 MW of wind power in Germany
Vestas has received a firm order to power an undisclosed retrofit wind farm in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. The order consists of six V150-6.0 MW wind turbines and one V162-6.2 MW wind turbine in 6.0 MW operating mode and includes the supply, delivery and commissioning of the wind turbines. Upon completion, Vestas will service the turbines under … Continue reading Vestas wins an order to repower 42 MW of wind power in Germany
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Vestas has signed a conditional agreement for a 1 GW+ onshore wind project in the US.
Vestas has entered into a conditional agreement for the supply of turbines for an onshore project in the US with a capacity above Vestas’ current disclosure threshold of 1 GW. Where the agreement results in a firm and unconditional order, Vestas will disclose it in a company announcement in accordance with the company’s disclosure policy.
Continue readingWind turbine orders reach 69.5 GW of wind power in the first half of 2023
Global order intake for wind turbines hit new highs in the first half of 2023 with 69.5 gigawatts (GW) of activity, up 12% year-on-year, according to new Wood Mackenzie analysis. Orders from outside of China, which saw more than 25 GW of order demand for a 47% year-on-year increase in the first half, were a … Continue reading Wind turbine orders reach 69.5 GW of wind power in the first half of 2023
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Egypt’s NREA signs land allocation agreement for 3 GW of wind power in Sohag
Land allocation agreement signed with a consortium comprised Orascom Construction PLC, ENGIE, and Toyota Tsusho Corporation. The Egyptian New and Renewable Energy Authority (NREA) has signed a land allocation agreement with a consortium comprised Orascom Construction PLC, ENGIE, and Toyota Tsusho Corporation to establish a three-gigawatt (GW) wind farm in west Sohag, according to a … Continue reading Egypt’s NREA signs land allocation agreement for 3 GW of wind power in Sohag
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RWE Grows U.S. Offshore Wind Development Portfolio by 2-Gigawatt in BOEM’s First-Ever Offshore Wind Lease Auction in the Gulf of Mexico
RWE has secured a lease area in the Gulf of Mexico with a capacity to develop up to 2 gigawatts of fixed-bottom offshore wind and power over 350,000 U.S homes with clean energy. Company will tap into the Gulf’s existing energy workforce and world-class supply chain to bring offshore wind into a new market. RWE’s … Continue reading RWE Grows U.S. Offshore Wind Development Portfolio by 2-Gigawatt in BOEM’s First-Ever Offshore Wind Lease Auction in the Gulf of Mexico
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Gulf of Mexico Auction A Critical Chapter of Region’s Energy Story
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) issued this statement by Josh Kaplowitz, ACP Vice President of Offshore Wind, on today’s offshore wind lease auction for the Gulf of Mexico held by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM): “While today’s auction fell short of expectations, it is nonetheless a critical step for the energy transition … Continue reading Gulf of Mexico Auction A Critical Chapter of Region’s Energy Story
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Offshore wind roadmap launched in Sri Lanka
The World Bank Group has published the Offshore Wind Roadmap for Sri Lanka, commissioned by the Government of Sri Lanka and funded by the World Bank Energy Sector Management Assistance Program (ESMAP) and PROBLUE. The roadmap estimates the country’s locational offshore wind potential to be 56 GW and identifies two sites where Sri Lanka could build … Continue reading Offshore wind roadmap launched in Sri Lanka
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