The Federal Association of Energy and Water Industries (BDEW) expects that 17.5 GW of new photovoltaic capacity will be installed across Germany in 2024, reaching a new record level. In comparison, 15.3 GW of photovoltaic (PV) facilities were connected to the grid in 2023, the association said on Wednesday. “The continuous increase in photovoltaic expansion … Continue reading Germany to add 17.5 GW of photovoltaic in 2024
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Vestas secures 900 MW offshore wind power order from RWE in Germany
Vestas has received a firm order for the 900 MW Nordseecluster B offshore wind project from RWE in Germany. This firm order announcement refers to the company’s announcement 09/2024 of 17 May 2024. The order includes 60 V236-15.0 MW wind turbines and Vestas is responsible for the supply, delivery and commissioning of the turbines. Upon … Continue reading Vestas secures 900 MW offshore wind power order from RWE in Germany
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New photovoltaic (PV) capacity installed in Germany fell by 9% in October
According to statistics from Germany’s Federal Network Agency (Bundesnetzagentur), in October 2024, the country’s newly registered solar photovoltaic installed capacity was 1.363GW, an increase of more than 16% month-on-month, but a decrease of more than 9% year-on-year; From January to October, Germany added 13.13GW of photovoltaic installed capacity. Of the new capacity added in October this … Continue reading New photovoltaic (PV) capacity installed in Germany fell by 9% in October
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Up to 48 GW of solar photovoltaic (PV) potential along Germany’s highways
Germany’s Federal Ministry for Digital Affairs and Transport (BMDV) has commissioned the Federal Highway Research Institute (BASt) to study the potential to expand photovoltaic systems on federal highways. The study calculates the photovoltaic potential on structures along federal highways, such as noise barriers, noise protection walls, defined structures, parking areas, and roadside areas. The findings … Continue reading Up to 48 GW of solar photovoltaic (PV) potential along Germany’s highways
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Germany unveils its largest floating photovoltaic system
Germany’s largest floating photovoltaic power system was officially launched on the 21st in Bad Schönborn, Baden-Württemberg, aiming to harness solar energy potential and drive the country’s energy transition. According to the German News Agency, the floating photovoltaic system is located on an artificial lake created by a sand and gravel pit, comprising over 27,000 solar … Continue reading Germany unveils its largest floating photovoltaic system
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Statkraft receives support from EU Innovation fund for planned hydrogen production in Germany
The company was selected to negotiate a grant decision for a subsidy of up to 107 million euros for its project consisting of a 200 MW electrolysis plant and a 50 MW heat pump system. This means that up to 20,000 tonnes of renewable hydrogen and up to 50,000 MWh of green heat are possible … Continue reading Statkraft receives support from EU Innovation fund for planned hydrogen production in Germany
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Germany opens its largest floating photovoltaic system
The new photovoltaic system located on Lake Philippsee in southern Germany contains 27,160 solar modules. The massive PV unit has an installed capacity of 15 megawatts and covers eight hectares, according to operator Nexentury. It will provide 16 million kilowatt hours of electricity per year. It will be used by a local company for a … Continue reading Germany opens its largest floating photovoltaic system
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Vestas secures 70 MW wind power order in Germany
Vestas is pleased to announce a new wind turbine order as part of its fourth quarter order, demonstrating its commitment to advancing wind energy in Europe. The order comes from Terrawatt Planungsgesellschaft mbH for the Ostharingen wind farm in Goslar, Germany. The project will have a total capacity of 70 MW and will feature five … Continue reading Vestas secures 70 MW wind power order in Germany
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TotalEnergies joins RWE in two offshore wind power projects in Germany
TotalEnergies has signed an agreement with RWE to acquire a 50% stake in two offshore wind projects in the North Sea. These two projects, N-9.1 (2 GW) and N-9.2 (2 GW), located 110 km off the German coast, were awarded to RWE in August 2024 and have 25-year licenses extendable to 35 years. This acquisition … Continue reading TotalEnergies joins RWE in two offshore wind power projects in Germany
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RWE to realise 4 GW offshore wind projects off the German coast together with TotalEnergies
Partnership confirmed: TotalEnergies acquire a 50% equity stake in two wind power projects of 2 gigawatts capacity each. Investment decisions to be made by 2027 and 2028 respectively. Start of offshore construction in 2029 and 2030 and full commissioning planned for 2031 and 2032 respectively. RWE already operates six offshore wind farms off the German … Continue reading RWE to realise 4 GW offshore wind projects off the German coast together with TotalEnergies
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Farming and photovoltaica solar energy: a win-win solution
In northern Germany, Vattenfall is proving that farmland can produce both food and clean energy. As one of the largest Agri-PV project in Europe to date, it integrates solar panels with agriculture, boosting renewable energy production while preserving farmland for crops and livestock. In the village of Tützpatz in northeast Germany, home to fewer than … Continue reading Farming and photovoltaica solar energy: a win-win solution
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RWE commissions new photovoltaic (PV) plant in Bedburg
RWE is keeping up the pace with the expansion of its solar portfolio. In Bedburg, in North Rhine-Westphalia, the company has put a new photovoltaic plant into operation with a capacity of 20 MW peak (15.7 MWac). The plant was constructed on recultivated land close to the A 44 motorway in just six months. More … Continue reading RWE commissions new photovoltaic (PV) plant in Bedburg
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UKA orders 68 MW of wind power and N175/6.X wind turbines from Nordex in Germany
10 wind turbines on hybrid towers developed in-house by Nordex with a hub height of 179 metres. Nordex has surpassed the 70 GW mark in orders received since its foundation.The wind and solar park developer UKA (Umweltgerechte Kraftanlagen GmbH & Co. KG) has ordered 10 wind turbines from Nordex from the latest Delta4000 N175/6.X series. … Continue reading UKA orders 68 MW of wind power and N175/6.X wind turbines from Nordex in Germany
Continue readingWind energy and solar photovoltaic (PV) power are assuming a key role in Germany’s energy supply
Taking a tailwind for wind power: more and more electricity from renewable sources. Germany is increasingly obtaining electricity from renewable energy sources. In the first half of 2024, the share of electricity generated from wind power, solar photovoltaic plants, hydropower and biomass reached a record 61.5 percent of total electricity production, according to the Federal … Continue reading Wind energy and solar photovoltaic (PV) power are assuming a key role in Germany’s energy supply
Continue readingVestas secures 55 MW wind power order in Germany
The agreement with BWP GT Betriebs is for six 6.2 MW V162 wind turbines and three 6.0 MW V150 wind turbines. Delivery is planned for the third quarter of 2025 and commissioning of the wind farm by the end of 2025. Vestas will be responsible for maintenance of the wind turbines for 20 years. Vestas … Continue reading Vestas secures 55 MW wind power order in Germany
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Enercon installs E-175 EP5 prototype of its new wind turbines
The prototype of ENERCON’s new E-175 EP5 is now ready. The assembly team successfully completed the assembly of the first wind turbine of the new flagship model with a nominal output of 6.0 MW and a rotor diameter of 175 metres at the Borchen-Etteln plant (North Rhine-Westphalia) on 28 August. “This marks another important milestone … Continue reading Enercon installs E-175 EP5 prototype of its new wind turbines
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Enercon and Bals/SelzEnergie sign contract for 330 MW of wind power
The large order includes 50 E-175 EP5 and 7 E-138 EP3 wind turbines for wind farms in southern Germany as well as two high-voltage substations. All projects have a high level of community involvement ENERCON and the Energiedienstleistungen Bals/SelzEnergie group of companies signed a contract yesterday for the supply and installation of 50 E-175 EP5 … Continue reading Enercon and Bals/SelzEnergie sign contract for 330 MW of wind power
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RWE and Borussia Dortmund to install largest photovoltaic (PV) system on a stadium roof in Germany
RWE and Borussia Dortmund have agreed a six-year partnership. As a “Premium and Sustainability Partner” of the renowned Bundesliga club, RWE is to develop and implement a sustainable energy optimisation concept at SIGNAL IDUNA PARK, Borussia Dortmund’s stadium. One of the main elements of this scheme will be the renewal and expansion of the photovoltaic … Continue reading RWE and Borussia Dortmund to install largest photovoltaic (PV) system on a stadium roof in Germany
Continue readingVestas is awarded a 49 MW wind energy project in Germany
Vestas has received a 49 MW order from WindBauer GmbH for the Bartow Pfalz wind energy project in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany. Vestas will deliver six V162-7.2 MW and one V150-6.0 MW wind turbines, and the order includes the supply, delivery and commissioning of the wind turbines. Upon completion, Vestas will service the turbines under a long-term … Continue reading Vestas is awarded a 49 MW wind energy project in Germany
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Germany installed 7.55 GW of photovoltaic solar energy in the first half and reaches 90.2 GW
Germany installed more than 1.13 GW of new photovoltaic systems in June alone. Its accumulated installed photovoltaic capacity reached 90.2 GW at the end of the first half of this year.The German Federal Network Agency (Bundesnetzagentur) reported that 1,136.9 MW of new photovoltaic systems were registered in June. The nation added 946 MW in May … Continue reading Germany installed 7.55 GW of photovoltaic solar energy in the first half and reaches 90.2 GW
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