A few kilometres from the town, the construction of a wind farm with a capacity of 185 MW is planned.Villa El Chocón could have a new project with the Las Campanas wind energy park. The Akros firm presented an initiative for a 185 MW plant and is currently looking for investors to finance its construction. … Continue reading Wind energy project in El Chocón (Argentina) with 31 Vestas wind turbines
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The new capacity market, key to battery deployment in Spain
The new capacity market aims to guarantee the security of electricity supply and promote the development of key technologies such as batteries. This market provides a stable source of revenue for energy storage projects, essential for the transition to a more renewable and flexible system. The capacity market is emerging as an essential tool to … Continue reading The new capacity market, key to battery deployment in Spain
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China’s largest concentrated solar power project in northwestern Xinjiang connects to State Grid
The 1-million-kilowatt integrated concentrated solar-thermal power (CSP) and photovoltaic (PV) energy demonstration project in Hami, in Northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, has commenced power generation and connected to the State Grid, a spokesperson from the Northwest Electric Power Design Institute of China Power Engineering Consulting Group, the project’s contractor, told the Global Times on … Continue reading China’s largest concentrated solar power project in northwestern Xinjiang connects to State Grid
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China’s wind power installed capacity reached 490 GW
China’s wind power installed capacity sees expansion amid green transition push. China’s installed capacity of wind power has continued to grow as the country accelerates its push for a green transition, official data showed Friday. Wind power installed capacity in the country reached 490 GW at the end of November, rising 19.2% year on year, … Continue reading China’s wind power installed capacity reached 490 GW
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Iberdrola working with Norfolk for its East Anglia Two offshore wind farm
The pre-assembly and load-out of the wind turbines for ScottishPower Renewables £4 billion East Anglia TWO offshore wind farm is set to be carried out on the project’s doorstep after the green energy company selected Peel Ports Great Yarmouth as its port of choice for the pre-assembly works. The companies have signed a reservation agreement … Continue reading Iberdrola working with Norfolk for its East Anglia Two offshore wind farm
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Cheaper electric cars: the key to unlocking mass-market adoption
The transition to electric mobility continues to advance rapidly, reshaping global energy and auto markets. Electric car sales in 2024 are anticipated to be robust, with around 17 million units sold over the course of the year. More than one in five cars sold worldwide this year is expected to be electric. Growth has been … Continue reading Cheaper electric cars: the key to unlocking mass-market adoption
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GE Vernova supplies wind turbine for R&D in Colorado
GE Vernova announces that its Advanced Research Center (ARC) has supplied a 3.4 MW-140 m wind turbine to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) as part of a research project funded by the Department of Energy (DOE). This strategic partnership aims to develop key technologies such as advanced sensors, direct DC coupling and battery storage … Continue reading GE Vernova supplies wind turbine for R&D in Colorado
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One year since the European Wind Charter: lots achieved, lots more to do
Today marks the first anniversary of the EU Wind Charter. The Charter committed 26 EU Governments, the EU Commission, and the European wind industry to implement the 15 measures set out in the European Wind Power Package to strengthen Europe’s wind industry. In her 2023 State of the European Union speech, Ursula von der Leyen … Continue reading One year since the European Wind Charter: lots achieved, lots more to do
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EDP awarded with 160MW of capacity contracts for its first storage projects in Poland
EDP Renewables has been awarded with contracts for its two first battery energy standalone storage projects in Poland. The contracts, that will last for a period of 17 years, were granted by the Polish Grid Operator (PSE) in the recent capacity market auction and will amount to a total installed capacity of 160MW. Located in … Continue reading EDP awarded with 160MW of capacity contracts for its first storage projects in Poland
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OX2 acquires Bursjöliden wind farm in northern Sweden
OX2 has acquired Bursjöliden wind farm from RWE. The project Bursjöliden is located in Örnsköldsvik municipality, in the North of Sweden. The project is planned to be integrated into OX2’s portfolio for long-term ownership. The Bursjöliden wind farm is located in the North of Sweden in price area SE2. The project is planned to include … Continue reading OX2 acquires Bursjöliden wind farm in northern Sweden
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NATO determined to protect critical undersea energy infrastructure
Europe wants to build lots more renewables to strengthen its energy security and industrial competitiveness. The geopolitical situation poses new questions around the security of these assets. At its Annual Roundtable on Energy Security NATO confirmed its determination to protect critical energy infrastructure. The war in Ukraine has radically changed the threat landscape across Europe, … Continue reading NATO determined to protect critical undersea energy infrastructure
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Renewable energies generate 56% of the Spanish electricity mix in 2024
Their production rises by almost 11% in a record year, twice over: it records the highest renewable production and its highest share since records began. Solar photovoltaics overtakes the combined cycle and is in third place in the mix for the first time in a year once again led by wind power, with 23%. Forecasts … Continue reading Renewable energies generate 56% of the Spanish electricity mix in 2024
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Inflation Reduction Act Delivers Massive Economic Boost and 4X Return on Investment
A new independent study reveals that the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) will deliver substantial economic benefits for the United States, notably growing the economy by $1.9 trillion over the next ten years. The benefits extend across the energy sector, positively impacting renewable resources, oil, gas, hydrogen, nuclear energy, and battery storage systems as well as … Continue reading Inflation Reduction Act Delivers Massive Economic Boost and 4X Return on Investment
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Vestas secures 224 MW order for two wind power projects in Sweden with 35 wind turbines
Vestas has received a 224 MW order from Vinliden Vindkraft AB for the 70 MW Vinliden and 154 MW Fjällberg projects in Sweden. The projects are a joint venture of funds managed by Prime Capital AG and Polhem Infra, a leading investor in renewable energy and infrastructure in the Nordic countries. Sweden is a leader … Continue reading Vestas secures 224 MW order for two wind power projects in Sweden with 35 wind turbines
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Spain increases greenhouse gas emissions by 1%
Greenhouse gas emissions rose by 1% in Spain this year compared to 2023 and were at the third lowest point in the historical series, which begins in 1990. This is set out in a report prepared by the Sustainability Observatory (OS) and prepared by the economist and climate change expert José Santamarta, as lead author, … Continue reading Spain increases greenhouse gas emissions by 1%
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Acciona Energía installs a battery storage system at the Extremadura I-II-III Photovoltaic Plant
ACCIONA Energía has started the installation of a battery energy storage system (BESS) using recycled batteries from electric vehicles at its Extremadura I-II-III photovoltaic plant in Almendralejo (Badajoz). The plant was built to support a Power Purchase Agreement with the global pharmaceutical group Novartis AG. The facility features two containers with a combined capacity of … Continue reading Acciona Energía installs a battery storage system at the Extremadura I-II-III Photovoltaic Plant
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RWE reaches 10 gigawatts in wind power and photovoltaic in the US
RWE, a leading global energy company, has reached a significant growth milestone in the U.S. after hitting 10 gigawatts (GW) of installed generation capacity of onshore wind, solar and energy storage facilities in operation from coast to coast. The company owns and operates a diverse portfolio of more than 170 facilities in 24 U.S. states, … Continue reading RWE reaches 10 gigawatts in wind power and photovoltaic in the US
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Vestas secures 217 MW order for onshore wind and 35 wind turbines in the UK
Vestas has secured a 217 MW order from SSE Generation Limited for the Strathy South wind energy project in Scotland, UK. Vestas will deliver 35 V162-6.2 MW wind turbines and the order includes supply, delivery, installation and commissioning of the turbines. This order marks the first deployment of V162-6.2 MW turbines in the UK. Upon … Continue reading Vestas secures 217 MW order for onshore wind and 35 wind turbines in the UK
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India to mandate energy storage for photovoltaic, wind power projects
India’s Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) may soon introduce new policies which will mandate the inclusion of battery storage in new solar and wind projects. Speaking at the 21st edition of the Global MSME Business Summit organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), MNRE Secretary Prashant Kumar Singh said that the government is … Continue reading India to mandate energy storage for photovoltaic, wind power projects
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Wind power alerts about the insufficient pace of installation to meet 2030 objectives in Spain
The Wind Energy Association (AEE) presents once again the results of the Macroeconomic Study of the Impact of the Wind Sector in Spain, prepared in collaboration with Deloitte. This report underlines the key role of wind energy as an economic driver and highlights the indicators that characterise wind power as a backbone technology for the … Continue reading Wind power alerts about the insufficient pace of installation to meet 2030 objectives in Spain
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