Norway has taken a big step towards commercial scale floating offshore wind. The Norwegian Government has confirmed the budget for the upcoming 500 MW ‘Utsira Nord’ auction. The move underscores Norway’s commitment to maintain and expand its globally leading position in floating offshore wind. But more needs to happen to secure investments in Norway’s nascent … Continue reading Norway takes promising steps towards advancing floating wind
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Floating photovoltaic plant installed at Mortkasee artificial lake
RWE, Fraunhofer ISE and BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg present “PV2Float” research project to public. Three different systems being tested with capacity of about 30 kW each; pilot plant to operate for up to three years. Focus on technical refinement of photovoltaic (PV) systems, public acceptance and environmental compatibility. Research project sponsored by German Federal Ministry of Economic … Continue reading Floating photovoltaic plant installed at Mortkasee artificial lake
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China’s first 1-gigawatt floating offshore photovoltaic project successfully connects to State Grid
China’s first million-kilowatt level offshore photovoltaic project has been connected to the national power grid on November 12. The one-million-kilowatt offshore photovoltaic project has seen the completion of the first 300 photovoltaic platforms, each platform measures 60 meters in length. The entire project will require the installation of 2,934 such photovoltaic platforms. The initial power … Continue reading China’s first 1-gigawatt floating offshore photovoltaic project successfully connects to State Grid
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World’s largest floating photovoltaic plant goes into operation in Taiwan with 440 MW
Hexa Renewables has put the world’s largest offshore floating PV plant into operation in Taiwan. Its total installed capacity is no less than 440 MW and covers 347 hectares of land provided by the government.This giant plant can supply energy to around 74,000 households.Chenya Energy, a former subsidiary of Hexa’s investor I Squared Capital, developed … Continue reading World’s largest floating photovoltaic plant goes into operation in Taiwan with 440 MW
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Offshore floating photovoltaic plant in Fujian in China sends electricity to grid
The first phase of an offshore photovoltaic (PV) power-generation platform built in the sea off Dongshan county, East China’s Fujian province, started supplying electricity to the grid on Friday. The project, operated by the China Three Gorges Corporation, is the country’s first offshore PV project built in a sea area with high wind speeds, and … Continue reading Offshore floating photovoltaic plant in Fujian in China sends electricity to grid
Continue readingMasdar, Sarawak Energy and Gentari to assess large-scale floating photovoltaic project in Malaysia
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, the United Arab Emirates (UAE)’s clean energy powerhouse, has signed a joint study agreement with Malaysia’s Sarawak Energy and clean energy solutions provider Gentari, to assess the feasibility of a floating solar power plant at the reservoir of Murum hydroelectric plant in the state of Sarawak, Malaysia. … Continue reading Masdar, Sarawak Energy and Gentari to assess large-scale floating photovoltaic project in Malaysia
Continue readingGermany 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
Continue readingGermany 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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KEPCO signs transmission deals for two floating wind power projects off South Korea (2.2 GW)
Two floating offshore wind projects to be developed in South Korea and totalling 2,250 MW have secured a transmission service agreement (TSA) with Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO). The Swedish renewable company Hexicon AB has signed a TSA with KEPCO for its 1,125 MW MunmuBaram floating offshore wind project, while developers Mainstream Renewable Power and Ocean Winds have … Continue reading KEPCO signs transmission deals for two floating wind power projects off South Korea (2.2 GW)
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World’s largest floating offshore wind turbine rolls off production line in China
The world’s most powerful floating offshore wind turbine, with a generating capacity of 20 megawatts, has rolled off the production line in Yancheng City, east China’s Jiangsu Province, according to CRRC, the country’s leading train manufacturer. CRRC Co., Ltd. (CRRC). The wind turbine, independently developed by China, has a wind wheel with a diameter of … Continue reading World’s largest floating offshore wind turbine rolls off production line in China
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KF Wind wins contract from KEPCO for 1,125 MW wind power project
KF Wind, a floating offshore wind project off the coast of Ulsan, South Korea, has secured a transmission service agreement (TSA) with Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO). This agreement enables the delivery of 1,125 MW of clean energy to Korea’s national grid. The TSA covers two phases of the project: the 375 MW East Blue … Continue reading KF Wind wins contract from KEPCO for 1,125 MW wind power project
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Norway plans $3.3 billion floating wind subsidy cap
The Norwegian government proposed on Monday to offer up to 35 billion Norwegian crowns ($3.29 billion) in subsidies in the country’s first commercial floating wind power tender, in line with a preliminary plan outlined in June. “Norway has enormous potential for floating offshore wind on its continental shelf, but because the technology is still immature … Continue reading Norway plans $3.3 billion floating wind subsidy cap
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China’s wave-resistant floating photovoltaic platform to enter experimental session
China’s first wave-resistant floating photovoltaic platform, “Yellow Sea No. 1,” is currently undergoing the final equipment commissioning in the Yellow Sea, before starting a one-year experimental session. The platform, located in waters near the southern part of Shandong Peninsula, is a huge hexagon with 434 photovoltaic panels. The main function of this platform is to … Continue reading China’s wave-resistant floating photovoltaic platform to enter experimental session
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KF Wind completes Geotechnical Survey for first phase of 1.1 GW floating offshore wind project in South Korea
KF Wind, a floating offshore wind project being developed off the coast of Ulsan by Ocean Winds and Mainstream Renewable Power, has completed the geotechnical survey for the first phase of its project, East Blue Power, which has 375 MW of installed capacity. The geotechnical survey was carried out for approximately one month by Geo … Continue reading KF Wind completes Geotechnical Survey for first phase of 1.1 GW floating offshore wind project in South Korea
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Portugal: RWE to support Port of Setúbal to become a logistic hub for floating offshore wind
RWE is collaborating with the Port Authority of Setúbal to facilitate enhancements in its port infrastructure, supporting Portugal’s ambitious industrialisation objectives linked to the development of floating offshore wind energy. This agreement underscores a strong commitment to leveraging shared knowledge and expertise to drive industrial growth in Portuguese ports. Through a Letter of Support, RWE … Continue reading Portugal: RWE to support Port of Setúbal to become a logistic hub for floating offshore wind
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Principle Power introduces two new floating wind platform designs
Principle Power has introduced two new designs for semi-submersible floating wind foundations: the WindFloat TC (tubular, central column) and the WindFloat FC (flat panel, central column). According to Principle Power, these designs are natural evolutions of its existing technology. Until now, the company’s designs were based on a perimeter column (see picture), while the new … Continue reading Principle Power introduces two new floating wind platform designs
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BOEM Announces Gulf of Maine Offshore Wind Lease Sale
The U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management announced it will conduct an offshore wind energy lease sale for eight areas on the Outer Continental Shelf that would require floating wind turbines.The Department of the Interior Monday will sell leases on sites for offshore wind in the Gulf of Maine next month. The sale will cover … Continue reading BOEM Announces Gulf of Maine Offshore Wind Lease Sale
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China to test wave-resistant floating photovoltaic platform
The main structure of China’s first wave-resistant floating photovoltaic platform, “Yellow Sea No. 1”, has been completed and laded for shipment for sea trial, according to China Huaneng Group. The platform weighing more than 360 tons was completely moved onto a transport ship on Tuesday. Then it will be shipped to a wind farm 30 … Continue reading China to test wave-resistant floating photovoltaic platform
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Five companies eligible to bid in first-ever wind auction off the Oregon coast
The federal government has published the details of an offshore wind auction. Companies are bidding on who will get to deploy the first floating wind turbines off the coast of Southern Oregon. Avangrid, which is owned by the Spanish electric utility Iberdrola, is the co-owner of the Vineyard Wind project off the coast of Massachusetts. … Continue reading Five companies eligible to bid in first-ever wind auction off the Oregon coast
Continue readingFloating solar photovoltaics are expanding
Floating solar photovoltaics are a technology that allows solar panels to be installed in large bodies of water, such as reservoirs, lagoons and dams. This technology, born in 2005 and expanded since 2012, offers several advantages in terms of energy efficiency and reduced environmental impact. This system not only represents a boost for clean energy, … Continue reading Floating solar photovoltaics are expanding
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