Will the small modular nuclear reactor community be able to find an optimized point on the physics vs modularity curve? I don’t think so, and discussed it with Bent Flyvbjerg, global megaproject expert. One of the topics in my recent discussion with Bent Flyvbjerg (Linkedin, Twitter), probably the leading global academic in megaproject failures and successes, … Continue reading The Nuclear Fallacy: Why Small Modular Reactors Can’t Compete With Renewable Energy
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Nordex supplied almost one third of newly commissioned onshore wind power capacity in Germany in 2022
Based on commissioned onshore wind turbines reported by customers in the market master data register (Marktstammdatenregister) for 2022 in Germany the Nordex Group holds the top place among manufacturers according to the specialist agency FA Windenergie an Land. According to this, in 2022 the Nordex Group installed and commissioned a total of 173 turbines in … Continue reading Nordex supplied almost one third of newly commissioned onshore wind power capacity in Germany in 2022
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Statkraft and Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners team up to develop 2.2GW of offshore wind in Ireland
Statkraft has announced a major deal with Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners’ (CIP) fund Copenhagen Infrastructure IV K/S (CI IV) as part of its plans to develop up to 2.2 gigawatts of offshore wind in Ireland. This landmark partnership will see CIP acquire a 50% stake in Statkraft’s offshore wind portfolio in Ireland. The financial terms of … Continue reading Statkraft and Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners team up to develop 2.2GW of offshore wind in Ireland
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WindEurope response to Spain’s proposals on Electricity Market Design
The European Commission is planning to table a reform to Electricity Market Design rules in March to help address Europe’s energy crisis. Ahead of the public consultation, Spain has issued a non-paper setting out its own proposals for electricity market rules. Part of its stated rationale is creating a better framework for private investment in … Continue reading WindEurope response to Spain’s proposals on Electricity Market Design
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Ingeteam, record new orders for operation and maintenance in 2022
Ingeteam ended 2022 with record new operation and maintenance orders, having signed contracts for 2.25 GW, which brings the total power it manages worldwide to more than 22 GW, equivalent to the energy consumed by more than 22 million homes. The company has thus strengthened its position as an international leader in operation and maintenance … Continue reading Ingeteam, record new orders for operation and maintenance in 2022
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America’s clean energy future needs #WindNow – and requires further government action
As countries around the world continue to focus on energy independence and climate-change targets, the United States has enacted legislation with the potential to change the renewable energy landscape in North America. Today Siemens Gamesa, a global wind energy leader, published its white paper “Scaling up the American wind industry.” The paper focuses on the … Continue reading America’s clean energy future needs #WindNow – and requires further government action
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Countries That Produce the Most Wind Energy
Thanks to increases in economies of scale and advances in technology, wind energy costs have become substantially more competitive. According to market research firm Lazard, the levelized cost of energy of unsubsidized wind has declined 72% from 2009 to 2021, making unsubsidized wind cost competitive with conventional generation technologies in certain areas and circumstances. Wind … Continue reading Countries That Produce the Most Wind Energy
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China unveils the most powerful wind turbines
The engineers responsible claim the 18-megawatt offshore turbine is capable of powering up to 40,000 homes over the course of an entire year. At full wind speed, the structure generates up to 44.8 kWh of electricity. This means that a single turbine can generate more than 74 million kilowatt-hours of electricity each year. According to … Continue reading China unveils the most powerful wind turbines
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RWE selects Siemens Gamesa as preferred supplier for 1,000-MW offshore wind farm in Denmark
Denmark’s largest offshore wind farm to date moves ahead: 72 x SG 14-236 DD offshore wind turbines planned to be installed starting in 2026; installation works planned to be carried out from Port of Esbjerg. Local Danish supply chain expected to contribute. RWE plans to create up to 60 permanent local jobs in Thorsminde.Thor intended to supply … Continue reading RWE selects Siemens Gamesa as preferred supplier for 1,000-MW offshore wind farm in Denmark
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EDP Renewables commissions its first hybrid solar and wind energy park on the Iberian Peninsula
The solar energy plant set up next to the Mosteiro wind park sees the creation of the first EDP Renewables hybrid solar/wind energy project, maximising clean energy production; The Mina de Orgueirel Solar Plant opened in Sabugal municipality increases the amount of energy capable of being produced by the complex to 8.4 MW, for over … Continue reading EDP Renewables commissions its first hybrid solar and wind energy park on the Iberian Peninsula
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Finland’s wind power capacity shot up 75% in 2022
Finland clocked a 75% increase in wind power capacity last year, boosting the country’s renewable energy cred. According to the latest statistics from the Finnish Wind Power Association (FWPA), 2022 was a record time for green power. Specifically, 437 new wind turbines were put into operation, delivering a 2,430MW power capacity. What’s more, wind power … Continue reading Finland’s wind power capacity shot up 75% in 2022
Continue readingSiemens Gamesa will supply the wind turbines for the largest offshore wind farm in Denmark
Siemens Gamesa has been chosen as the preferred supplier by the electricity company RWE for the supply of 1,000 MW in the Thor offshore wind farm, which will become the largest project of its kind in the country.The company will install 72 SG 14-236 DD wind turbines, its most powerful model. The installation works for … Continue reading Siemens Gamesa will supply the wind turbines for the largest offshore wind farm in Denmark
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IRENA’s Top Ten News Pieces in 2022 Showcase Work on Global Energy Transition
Throughout the year, IRENA brings you the latest news on progress, impacts and solutions for the energy transition. Here are our top ten news pieces of 2022. Renewable Power Remains Cost Competitive amid Fossil Fuel Crisis The Renewable Power Generation Costs report shows almost two-thirds of renewable power added in 2021 had lower costs than … Continue reading IRENA’s Top Ten News Pieces in 2022 Showcase Work on Global Energy Transition
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Iberdrola commissions the Korytnica II wind farm
This facility brings Iberdrola’s onshore wind power capacity in Poland, one of the group’s growth markets, to 163 MW. Iberdrola has begun commissioning of Polish wind farm Korytnica II, located 80 km from Warsaw in the province of W?grów, Mazowieckie region. The wind farm comprises 14 Vestas V126 wind turbines, with a hub height of … Continue reading Iberdrola commissions the Korytnica II wind farm
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Duke Energy begins operating 207-MW Ledyard Wind Power, its first wind project in Iowa
Duke Energy Sustainable Solutions (DESS), a nonregulated commercial brand of Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), today announced it has placed into commercial operation the 207-megawatt (MW) Ledyard Windpower project in Kossuth County, Iowa. “More than 10% of the nation’s wind power is in Iowa, and it’s exciting for our company to begin operating in that market,” … Continue reading Duke Energy begins operating 207-MW Ledyard Wind Power, its first wind project in Iowa
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Capital Energy wind power plant in Castilla-La Mancha
The agreement is linked to the development of the La Herrada wind farm, which will have a 51 MW capacity and which the company will build in this town in Albacete Albacete, January 11, 2023.- Capital Energy, a Spanish energy company born two decades ago and whose vocation is to become the first 100% vertically … Continue reading Capital Energy wind power plant in Castilla-La Mancha
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Nordex receives an order from SSE Renewables for more than 100 MW of wind power in Ireland
At the end of 2022, SSE Renewables, the leading developer and operator of renewable energy in the United Kingdom and Ireland, commissioned the Nordex Group to supply 29 N117/3600 wind turbines for the “Yellow River” wind farm in Ireland. The contract also includes the post-commissioning service for the wind turbines. The Nordex Group will install … Continue reading Nordex receives an order from SSE Renewables for more than 100 MW of wind power in Ireland
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EU wind installations up by a third despite challenging year for supply chain
The EU installed 15 gigawatts (GW) of new wind farms in 2022. That’s one third more than 2021. This increase in new installations is an encouraging result given the overlapping challenges the industry faced in 2022. And the 15 GW installed are an important contribution to strengthening Europe’s energy security ahead of next winter. But … Continue reading EU wind installations up by a third despite challenging year for supply chain
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ACP Statement on BOEM Leadership Changes
American Clean Power Association (ACP) Vice President for Offshore Wind Josh Kaplowitz issued the following statement after Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) Director Amanda Lefton announced her decision to leave the agency and the appointment of Elizabeth Klein as her successor. “ACP applauds Director Lefton on her service and record of accomplishments helping lay … Continue reading ACP Statement on BOEM Leadership Changes
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32nd wind farm in Lower Saxony – RWE puts Evendorf into operation
Three more wind farms with over 60 megawatts of capacity under construction in Germany.In order to further accelerate the expansion of wind power and solar farms, RWE is looking for land and personnel. Construction began in spring last year, and now the Evendorf wind farm is generating green electricity. The three wind turbines, each with … Continue reading 32nd wind farm in Lower Saxony – RWE puts Evendorf into operation
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