Specialised in renewable energy, the factory will produce solar and wind panels that will generate power, and light bulbs, according to the French investor, Serge Miltcheff just after signing a convention for the training of engineers between his company, Soci
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Kenya plans wind energy expansion
A high-level government delegation from Kenya has been on a study tour through Europe, facilitated by WWEA and as part of a major programme organized by Windforce Management which aims at analyzing and improving the conditions for wind power in Kenya in general. The Kenyan government is planning to massively increase the use of renewable … Continue reading Kenya plans wind energy expansion
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Abengoa completes tower construction for Khi Solar One CSP plant
Abengoa designs, constructs and operates its own plants, and is one of the few companies that uses both parabolic trough and tower technology. Abengoa (MCE: ABG.B), the company that develops innovative technology solutions for sustainable development in the energy and environment sectors, together with project partners Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) and the Khi Community Trust, … Continue reading Abengoa completes tower construction for Khi Solar One CSP plant
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Solar energy demand soars in Tanzania
Demand for solar energy, one of renewable technologies in the country, has increased with users saving about 60 per cent of the costs of using electricity from the national grid. This was revealed in Dar es Salaam by the Executive Secretary of the Tanzania Renewable Energy Association (TAREA) Mr Mathew Matimbwi in an interview. “About … Continue reading Solar energy demand soars in Tanzania
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Wind energy in Ethiopia: Approval for a major wind farm
The Ethiopian Electric Power Corporation Board approved the start of construction for the first phase of the Aysha I wind farm project in the Somali Regional State. Construction of this project, split into three phases, will begin soon. The first phase will be carried out by the Chinese Company, Dongfang Wind, and is expected … Continue reading Wind energy in Ethiopia: Approval for a major wind farm
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Vestas wins largest South African wind energy order from EDF
Innowind orders 35 V112-3.0 MW wind turbines for three different wind power plants at the Eastern Cape. Vestas is pleased to announce a firm and unconditional order for 105 MW from a consortium led by Innowind, an 80 per cent affiliate of EDF EN for the wind power plants Chaba, Waainek and Grassridge. The co-investors … Continue reading Vestas wins largest South African wind energy order from EDF
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South Africa’s renewable energy efforts ramped up with the launch of the country’s first large-scale high-resolution Wind Resource Map
The Wind Resource Map would be a vital instrument in government’s planning for efficient use of the country’s wind resources, Energy Minister Ben Martins said in a statement. By providing accurate, verified information on South Africa’s wind resources, the map would also “serve as an all-important tool in enabling developers to fast-track their own efforts … Continue reading South Africa’s renewable energy efforts ramped up with the launch of the country’s first large-scale high-resolution Wind Resource Map
Continue readingWind energy in South Africa: Jeffreys Bay wind farm
On the 22nd of July 2013 began transport of wind tubines from the port of Ngqura to the Jeffreys Bay wind farm. This marks a milestone in the construction of one the largest wind farms in South Africa’s renewable energy integrated power producer programme (REIPPP) to date. The first shipments of components will be transported … Continue reading Wind energy in South Africa: Jeffreys Bay wind farm
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Wind energy in Egypt: 200 MW Wind Farm to Be Established in Suez Gulf
Minister of Electricity and Energy Ahmed Emam spoke about an agreement between Egypt and the United Arab Emirates to establish new ventures in the fields of electricity and renewable energy. The Minister asserted that procedures will be taken within days to establish the first joint company between the two countries to produce new and renewable … Continue reading Wind energy in Egypt: 200 MW Wind Farm to Be Established in Suez Gulf
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South Africa got about 1,150MW of wind energy approved by government
The SA Wind Energy Association (Sawea) chief executive Johan van den Berg said yesterday the wind energy industry was ready to accelerate their programme to avoid “fallout from further construction delays and cost over-runs at the coal-fired Medupi station”. “We’ve got about 1 150MW of wind energy approved by government and more than 600MW is … Continue reading South Africa got about 1,150MW of wind energy approved by government
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Adama wind farm in Ethiopia begins construction
The Adama wind energy project made further progress recently with it having awarded Chinese wind turbine maker Sany a contract to supply a hundred-and-two 1.5 MW wind turbines in a contract worth US$95 million. According to Sany Heavy Industry president Xiang Wenbo, it is China’s largest single wind turbine export deal. The Adama wind farm, … Continue reading Adama wind farm in Ethiopia begins construction
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Wind energy in Tanzania: Wind Farm On Track
Production of electricity at the wind farm will be gradually increased to reach 300 MW annually by the year 2019, the National Development Corporation (NDC) Head of Infrastructure and Energy, Mr Pascal Malesa, told a news conference. “The US$136 million will start commissioning 50 MW in its first phase in 2015 and will continue to … Continue reading Wind energy in Tanzania: Wind Farm On Track
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Vestas gains 93 megawatt South African wind energy order
Vestas consolidates its market leading position in South Africa with a new 93 MW order. Cennergi orders 31 V112-3.0 MW for wind power plant at the Eastern Cape. Vestas is pleased to announce a firm and unconditional order from Cennergi, a joint venture between Exxaro and Tata Energy for the Tsitsikamma community wind farm in … Continue reading Vestas gains 93 megawatt South African wind energy order
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Tata Power achieves Financial Closure for its 95 MW Tsitsikamma Wind Farm Project in South Africa
Tata Power, India’s largest integrated power pany today announced the successful financial closure for its 95 MW Tsitsikamma Wind Farm Project in South Africa Joint Venture Company with Exxaro, Cennergi (Pty.) Ltd. The Company had recently also announced the successful financial closure of its 135 MW Amakhala Emoyeni Wind Farm Project in South Africa.
Continue readingWind energy in Angola: First wind farm
Studies for construction of the first wind farm in Angola, which will be built in the city of Tômbwa as part of a public-private partnership (PPP), are at an advanced stage, said the provincial director for Energy and Water of Namibe province, Arlindo Tavares. Tavares also told Angolan weekly newspaper Expansão that the wind power … Continue reading Wind energy in Angola: First wind farm
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Wind energy in Djibouti: a potential 60 MW wind power plant
Qatar Petroleum International (QPI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Electricity of Djibouti to jointly evaluate to develop a potential 60 MW wind power plant in the Republic of Djibouti. This Strategic agreement was the result of an official Qatari delegation visit to Djibouti which took place earlier this year after meetings between … Continue reading Wind energy in Djibouti: a potential 60 MW wind power plant
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Wind energy in Seychelles: Masdar launches wind farm
The Port Victoria Wind Power Project, Masdar’s six-megawatt wind farm in the Republic of Seychelles, which consists of eight wind turbines across two small islands off the coast of Mahe to provide electricity to more than 2,100 homes, will be inaugurated today. Before the wind farm began operations, the Seychelles was entirely dependent on imported … Continue reading Wind energy in Seychelles: Masdar launches wind farm
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Vestas receives 94 MW order for South African wind farm
Aurora Wind Power orders 47 V90-2.0 MW wind turbines for West Coast One wind energy project. Vestas announces a firm and unconditional order from Aurora Wind Power, a joint venture between GDF SUEZ, Investec and Kagiso Investment. The wind power plant consisting of 47 V90-2.0 MW turbines will be installed at the Western Cape of … Continue reading Vestas receives 94 MW order for South African wind farm
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Yingli Green Energy to Supply 96 MW PV Modules to One of the Largest Solar Power Projects in South Africa
Yingli Green Energy Holding Company Limited (NYSE: YGE) (“Yingli Green Energy” or the “Company”), a leading solar energy company and one of the world’s largest vertically integrated photovoltaic (“PV”) manufacturers, which markets its products under the brand “Yingli Solar”, today announced that the Company has signed a contract to supply 96 MW of PV modules … Continue reading Yingli Green Energy to Supply 96 MW PV Modules to One of the Largest Solar Power Projects in South Africa
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Wind energy in Africa to increase ten times over
Wind power in Africa is likely to experience a huge boost in installed capacity over the next few years, according to an African Development Bank (AfDB) study. While wind power on the continent currently makes up only 1% of total electricity, or 1 GW, there is an additional 10.5 GW in the pipeline, the study, … Continue reading Wind energy in Africa to increase ten times over
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