The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has issued a notice of intent under the Competitiveness Improvement Project (CIP), calling for U.S. manufacturers of small- and medium-sized wind turbine technology to develop project ideas and teams in preparation for a 2025 request for proposals (RFP). NREL also invites interested parties to register to attend a two-day … Continue reading NREL Notice of Intent Invites US Manufacturers To Develop Next-Generation Distributed Wind Energy Technology
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Portugal breaks new records in wind power and pumping
Between January and October, renewable energies supplied 72% of electricity consumption in Portugal. During this period, hydroelectric energy was responsible for supplying 30% of consumption, wind energy 26%, photovoltaic energy 10% and biomass 6%.According to the latest data from REN – Redes Energéticas Nacionais, the electrical system set new historical records in renewables this Sunday, … Continue reading Portugal breaks new records in wind power and pumping
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European wind energy continued to curb the effect of the gas price rise on electricity markets in the third week of November
In the third week of November, average prices in most major European electricity markets declined compared to the previous week. On Sunday, November 24, several markets registered the lowest daily price since at least the last three months. High wind energy production, which during the week reached historical or November records in the main European … Continue reading European wind energy continued to curb the effect of the gas price rise on electricity markets in the third week of November
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EU’s energy security architecture – the way forward
Energy security has risen to the top of the EU’s political agenda, yet much remains to be done. The EU cannot continue relying on imported fossil fuels, putting its energy security in the hands of hostile nations. This becomes critical considering the US president-elect’s calls for reduced US military engagement in Europe. Solutions like wind, … Continue reading EU’s energy security architecture – the way forward
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Recycling wind turbine blades to build a boat
Recently, there’s been a lot of talk about recycling wind turbine blades. Although recycling it’s often confused with reuse. Reuse means taking the blades themselves, after some modifications, to create structures with different uses. This is the case with the famous playgrounds we’ve talked about or the well-known bicycle parking I’m showing below. However, true … Continue reading Recycling wind turbine blades to build a boat
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Building the Asia Pacific Wind Energy Supply Chain for a 1.5°C World
The Asia Pacific (APAC) region possesses some of the most attractive onshore and offshore wind resource globally and could play a pivotal role in the global energy transition. Within the decade, onshore wind capacity could more than double to 1,084 GW. For offshore wind, more than 122 GW of new capacity could come online by … Continue reading Building the Asia Pacific Wind Energy Supply Chain for a 1.5°C World
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Sungrow Hydrogen’s 2.6GW wind power and photovoltaic solar project starts construction
Sungrow Hydrogen recently has signed a cooperation agreement with China Tianying Inc. for the Tianying Green Hydrogen, Green Ammonia and Green Methanol Project. Sungrow Hydrogen will deliver 16 sets of 1000Nm³/h ALK hydrogen production system, including ALK electrolyzers, PWM hydrogen production power supply, as well as gas-liquid separation equipment, hydrogen purification equipment, for this project. … Continue reading Sungrow Hydrogen’s 2.6GW wind power and photovoltaic solar project starts construction
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Entrion Wind patents a guyed monopile to bring fixed-bottom offshore wind to depths of 100 meters
The maximum depth for installing fixed-bottom offshore wind using monopiles is currently around 60-70 meters. This is a limitation that has several aspects: In order to overcome these challenges, Entrion Wind has patented a monopile design they’ve named the Fully Restrained Platform (FRP) monopile. Entrion Wind’s design extends the maximum feasible depth for monopiles to … Continue reading Entrion Wind patents a guyed monopile to bring fixed-bottom offshore wind to depths of 100 meters
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Lucerne voters want rapid expansion of wind energy
The construction of large wind power plants in the canton of Lucerne should not be delayed by lengthy approval procedures. Voters have spoken out in favor of curtailing municipal autonomy and a cantonal planning approval procedure. The amendment to the Planning and Building Act was approved with 68.51% of votes in favor (84,043 to 38,631 … Continue reading Lucerne voters want rapid expansion of wind energy
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Spain’s photovoltaic solar power poised to surpass wind power
Spain’s solar power is on track to overtake wind power as the leading source in the country’s expanding renewable energy sector, which now accounts for more than half of the total energy mix, industry insiders told Xinhua. Renewable energy sources have supplied 57.5 per cent of Spain’s electricity production this year, according to the association … Continue reading Spain’s photovoltaic solar power poised to surpass wind power
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Statkraft inaugurates three wind farms in Chile
Statkraft has inaugurated three wind farms, Statkraft Eólico, in the O’Higgins Region of Chile. The wind farms, with a combined capacity of over 100 MW, are the company’s first in Chile and a major milestone in its ambitious plans to develop and operate renewable energy in the country. The inauguration ceremony of Statkraft Eólico on … Continue reading Statkraft inaugurates three wind farms in Chile
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Buenos Aires to have another 266.6 MW wind energy project with more than 40 wind turbines
The wind farm promises to be the largest in the province of Buenos Aires. The Buenos Aires district of Mar Chiquita is preparing to receive a project that includes the installation of the Los Patrios wind farm, which promises to be one of the largest in the province. The project, developed by the company Genneia, … Continue reading Buenos Aires to have another 266.6 MW wind energy project with more than 40 wind turbines
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Iberdrola invests in start-up RTS to develop innovative materials for offshore wind and energy renovations
Iberdrola, through its start-up programme Perseo, has invested in the start-up Revestimientos Técnicos Sostenibles (RTS) to promote its innovative solutions related to manufacturing insulation and anti-corrosion coatings, which have a direct use on offshore wind structures and in the energy renovation of buildings. This investment comes after the utility has spent more than three years … Continue reading Iberdrola invests in start-up RTS to develop innovative materials for offshore wind and energy renovations
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Yesterday, wind power reached a new historical generation maximum in Spain with 433.7 GWh, 52% of the daily mix
On July 12 of this year, solar photovoltaic energy surpassed its daily production records by reaching a contribution of 211.9 GWh, with which it achieved a share of 25.4% in the national generation structure. Spanish renewables are expected to exceed their entire annual production for 2023 today, which would mark a new historical milestone for … Continue reading Yesterday, wind power reached a new historical generation maximum in Spain with 433.7 GWh, 52% of the daily mix
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What does the wind energy horizon look like?
A new study examines the effects of wind turbines on our visual landscape, Most Americans—between 70% and 90%—are in favor of harnessing wind power. That is according to one study looking at decades of public acceptance of wind energy nationally. But wind power projects can sometimes be stifled by local opposition, in part because of … Continue reading What does the wind energy horizon look like?
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Norway takes promising steps towards advancing floating wind
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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Amazon invests in first utility-scale wind energy projects in Greece
The construction and long-term operation of the wind farms are expected to support new employment and economic opportunities across the region. Amazon is investing in three new utility-scale wind farms in Greece, our largest renewable energy deal in the country to date. These wind farms will help match our electricity use in the region with … Continue reading Amazon invests in first utility-scale wind energy projects in Greece
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Spain and Portugal both get 40% of their electricity from photovoltaic and wind power
European neighbors Portugal and Spain are currently neck-and-neck in the race to roll out solar and wind power. On the chart, you can see the share of electricity from the combination of solar and wind in each country. Their rate of progress has been very similar. In 2023, both countries generated around 40% of their … Continue reading Spain and Portugal both get 40% of their electricity from photovoltaic and wind power
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Progress since COP28 on transitioning away from fossil fuels
At COP28, global leaders united under the ambitious ‘UAE Consensus’ to push ambition closer to the 1.5C climate target. Their headline commitment: transition away from fossil fuels. This commentary looks to see where we are 12 months later, as this week G20 leaders reconfirmed their support for the agreements made in the COP28 global stocktake … Continue reading Progress since COP28 on transitioning away from fossil fuels
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Innagreen opens 200 MW Canadian wind farm
The wind farm features 36 Nordex N155/5.X wind turbines. Innagreen and Cowessess First Nation have announced the opening of a 200 MW wind farm in Saskatchewan. Innagreen and Cowessess own 83% and 17% of the Bekevar wind farm respectively, having acquired the project from RES in 2023. Bekevar is located in the rural municipalities of … Continue reading Innagreen opens 200 MW Canadian wind farm
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