This week, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Energy David M. Turk traveled to Dubai, United Arab Emirates for the 28th Conference of the Parties to the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28), where he led the U.S. energy delegation. The Department of Energy announced a range of initiatives – on issues from clean hydrogen and nuclear … Continue reading U.S. Department of Energy Announces Clean Energy Achievements at COP28
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North American Wind Energy Academy 2023 Recap
This past Halloween, wind energy researchers, educators, students, and industry members, as well as government and nonprofit representatives from around the world, gathered in a hotel ballroom in Broomfield, Colorado, for a critical purpose: an impromptu costume contest. It was the All Hallows’ Eve Banquet, capping off day two of the North American Wind Energy … Continue reading North American Wind Energy Academy 2023 Recap
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Invenergy buys 3.6 GW New Jersey offshore wind power from Blackstone
Invenergy, a leading privately-held global developer and operator of sustainable energy solutions, has acquired a 3.6GW offshore wind power line project in New Jersey from Blackstone, a leading private equity firm. The project aims to strengthen New Jersey’s renewable energy infrastructure and accelerate the state’s transition to clean energy sources. Article: Invenergy has announced its … Continue reading Invenergy buys 3.6 GW New Jersey offshore wind power from Blackstone
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Avangrid Completes Installation of First Five Wind Turbines, Prepares to Deliver First Power from Nation-Leading Vineyard Wind 1 Project
Avangrid Completes Installation of First Five Turbines, Prepares to Deliver First Power from Nation-Leading Vineyard Wind 1 Project Developer working toward first delivery of clean energy to 30,000 homes and businesses from first large-scale offshore wind farm in the United StatesOnce fully operational, Vineyard Wind 1 will deliver 806 Megawatts, enough to power 400,000 homes … Continue reading Avangrid Completes Installation of First Five Wind Turbines, Prepares to Deliver First Power from Nation-Leading Vineyard Wind 1 Project
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South Fork begins sending wind power to the LIPA grid
South Fork begins sending wind power to the LIPA gridThe South Fork Wind Farm, located off the coast of Long Island, has begun sending power to the Long Island Power Authority (LIPA) grid. This milestone marks an important step forward for wind energy in the region. The 15-wind turbines wind farm, developed by Ørsted in … Continue reading South Fork begins sending wind power to the LIPA grid
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Iberdrola joins forces with Masdar to co-invest 15 billion in offshore wind and green hydrogen in Germany, the United Kingdom and the United States
Today (5th December) at COP28 in Dubai, global green energy giants Iberdrola and Masdar announced a €15 billion strategic partnership agreement to evaluate the joint development of offshore wind and green hydrogen projects in key markets including Germany, UK and the USA. After the parties’ successful co-investment in Baltic Eagle, in Germany, the new milestone … Continue reading Iberdrola joins forces with Masdar to co-invest 15 billion in offshore wind and green hydrogen in Germany, the United Kingdom and the United States
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Vestas secures 203 MW wind power order for V163-4.5 MW wind turbines in the US
Vestas has received a 203 MW order for the undisclosed wind farm in the US. The order consists of 45 V163-4.5 MW wind turbines. The orders include the supply, delivery and commissioning of the wind turbines, as well as a multi-year Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) service agreement, designed to ensure optimized performance of … Continue reading Vestas secures 203 MW wind power order for V163-4.5 MW wind turbines in the US
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Wind energy in the Great Lakes
Offshore wind power projects in the Great Lakes region have faced significant obstacles in their development over the past decade, despite the presence of strong winds that make the area ideal for these types of projects. While the potential for clean, renewable energy generation is evident, local opposition and infrastructure challenges have hampered progress. Opposition … Continue reading Wind energy in the Great Lakes
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Why is offshore wind rising in China when it is struggling in the West?
While the offshore wind industry is struggling with inflation and high interest rates in the West, China’s market is soaring. To learn why, TME recently spoke with Joseph Webster, senior fellow at the Atlantic Council’s Global Energy Center and an expert on China’s offshore wind sector. What are your thoughts on the near term outlook … Continue reading Why is offshore wind rising in China when it is struggling in the West?
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Vestas secures 270 MW wind order for V163-4.5 MW wind turbines in the US
Vestas has received a 270 MW order for the undisclosed wind farm owned by a subsidiary of ENGIE North America in the United States. The order consists of 60 V163-4.5 MW wind turbines. The order includes the supply, delivery and commissioning of the wind turbines, as well as a twenty-year Active Output Management 5000 (AOM … Continue reading Vestas secures 270 MW wind order for V163-4.5 MW wind turbines in the US
Continue readingACP Statement on Empire Wind and Revolution Wind Projects Moving Forward
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from ACP Chief Advocacy Officer JC Sandberg after the U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) issued a final Record of Decision approving Equinor and bp’s Empire Wind project off New York and the approval of the Construction and Operations Plan for Orsted’s Revolution Wind … Continue reading ACP Statement on Empire Wind and Revolution Wind Projects Moving Forward
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Biden-Harris Administration Approves Sixth Offshore Wind Power Projects
The Biden-Harris administration today announced its approval of the Empire Wind offshore wind project – the sixth approval of a commercial-scale offshore wind energy project under President Biden’s leadership. Today’s announcement supports the Administration’s goal of deploying 30 gigawatts of offshore wind energy capacity by 2030. Empire Wind US LLC proposes to develop two offshore … Continue reading Biden-Harris Administration Approves Sixth Offshore Wind Power Projects
Continue readingVestas secures 239 MW wind order for V163-4.5 MW wind turbines in the US
Vestas has received an order for 239 MW to power an undisclosed wind farm in the US. The order consists of 53 V163-4.5 MW wind turbines. The orders include the supply, delivery and commissioning of the turbines, as well as a multi-year Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) service agreement, designed to ensure optimized performance … Continue reading Vestas secures 239 MW wind order for V163-4.5 MW wind turbines in the US
Continue readingACP Statement on Treasury Guidance for Energy Storage and Offshore Wind Projects
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from ACP Chief Advocacy Officer JC Sandberg after the U.S Treasury released guidance for clean energy projects including the energy storage Investment Tax Credit (ITC) and offshore wind export cables and equipment: “There is seven times more utility-scale energy storage capacity today compared to the … Continue reading ACP Statement on Treasury Guidance for Energy Storage and Offshore Wind Projects
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GE Vernova produces first onshore wind turbine at New York facility
Wind Turbine is largest onshore wind turbine manufactured in the US. New wind power facility supported by $50 million investment announced earlier this year. Facility to employ 200 workers, including skilled union operators. GE Vernova’s Onshore Wind business announced today that it has completed the first onshore wind turbine produced on its new wind manufacturing … Continue reading GE Vernova produces first onshore wind turbine at New York facility
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Michigan Governor to Sign Clean Energy Future Plan into Law; State Will Operate on 100-Percent Clean Energy by 2040
An ambitious package of renewable energy bills that just passed the Michigan Legislature—now on its way to be signed into law by Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer—is drawing strong praise from business-friendly clean energy-focused organizations throughout the state and across the nation. Dubbed the Clean Energy Future Plan, the new legislation will require Michigan utilities to … Continue reading Michigan Governor to Sign Clean Energy Future Plan into Law; State Will Operate on 100-Percent Clean Energy by 2040
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The United States Harnesses Solar and Wind Energy to Combat Climate Change
In recent years, the United States has made significant advancements in its clean energy transition, driving the nation closer to its 2030 climate target. With the adoption of the Paris Agreement, the U.S. committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, achieving carbon pollution-free electricity, and transitioning to a net-zero emissions economy. One notable finding by Climate … Continue reading The United States Harnesses Solar and Wind Energy to Combat Climate Change
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How far offshore are the wind turbines in Virginia Beach?
Virginia Beach, a vibrant coastal city known for its beautiful beaches and thriving tourism industry, is now making waves in the renewable energy sector. Offshore wind farms have become a significant part of the city’s efforts to transition to clean and sustainable energy sources. But just how far offshore are these wind turbines located? The … Continue reading How far offshore are the wind turbines in Virginia Beach?
Continue readingWhat is the largest offshore wind farm in the US?
In a significant step towards renewable energy, the United States is making strides in the development of offshore wind farms. Offshore wind farms harness the power of wind to generate electricity, and they have the potential to provide clean and sustainable energy for thousands of households. One of the most notable offshore wind farms in … Continue reading What is the largest offshore wind farm in the US?
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Record Third Quarter for US Clean Energy Installations
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) today released the Clean Power Quarterly Market Report | Q3 2023, showing that the industry brought online 5,551 megawatts (MW) of utility-scale clean power capacity in the third quarter of 2023, enough to power 813,000 American homes. Third quarter installations increased 13% over the same period in 2022 and … Continue reading Record Third Quarter for US Clean Energy Installations
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