The company specialized in the manufacturing of components for the wind energy sector has explained that this loan “strengthens the security of the European supply chain, in the field of renewables and contributes to the competitiveness of Europe’s offshore wind industry.” . The loan will allow Haizea Wind Group to implement advanced manufacturing technologies, automate … Continue reading Haizea Wind and the EIB sign a 35 million euro loan to manufacture components for wind energy in Europe
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For the third consecutive month, solar photovoltaics leads the generation mix in Spain with 24% of the total
The demand for electrical energy in Spain falls by 0.8% in July. For the third consecutive month, solar photovoltaics leads the national generation mix with 24% of the total, the largest share in its history. Monthly production with renewables such as wind power, photovoltaic, hydraulic and solar thermal energy. In our country it meant 55.3% … Continue reading For the third consecutive month, solar photovoltaics leads the generation mix in Spain with 24% of the total
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New UK Government shows impressive determination on wind energy
The new Labour Government under Prime Minister Keir Starmer has been in office for less than a month. Yet they have already initiated several significant reforms to accelerate the expansion of onshore and offshore wind. Just yesterday the Government raised the budget for the upcoming contract for difference auction round (AR6) to a record £1.56bn. … Continue reading New UK Government shows impressive determination on wind energy
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2000th Delta4000 nacelle manufactured in Rostock, Germany
Nordex wind power plant in Rostock achieved an important milestone by manufacturing the 2,000th Delta4000 nacelle at the company’s production facility in Germany. The nacelle will be installed as part of a wind farm in Türkiye, along with eleven other N163/6.X wind turbines. Picture: Sebastian Brüßler Since March 2019, Nordex has been mass producing Delta4000 … Continue reading 2000th Delta4000 nacelle manufactured in Rostock, Germany
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China’s wind power and photovoltaic capacity overtake coal for the first time
The landscape of China is changing on a scale hard to fathom to outsiders with renewable energy projects stretching across vast terrains, and in the process altering the fortunes for dry bulk owners. China’s investments in renewables are gigantic, leading the world in wind and solar, with twice as much capacity under construction as the … Continue reading China’s wind power and photovoltaic capacity overtake coal for the first time
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EIB provide a €500mn counter-guarantee to Deutsche Bank aimed at boosting Europe’s wind turbine manufacturing industry
The European Investment Bank (EIB) has announced it will provide a €500mn counter-guarantee to Deutsche Bank aimed at boosting Europe’s wind turbine manufacturing industry. This announcement marks the first tranche activated under the EIB’s €5bn counter-guarantee scheme which constitutes the EIB’s key contribution under the EU Wind Power Package. The counter-guarantees will improve access to … Continue reading EIB provide a €500mn counter-guarantee to Deutsche Bank aimed at boosting Europe’s wind turbine manufacturing industry
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Nordex receives a new order from Aquila Clean Energy for 141.6 MW of wind energy in Spain
Aquila Clean Energy has placed an order with the Nordex Group for the additional delivery of 24 N163/5.X wind turbines in Spain. In addition to the 21 wind turbines with a combined power of 124 MW ordered for the Baza wind farm group in June 2024, the Nordex Group will also supply additional wind turbines … Continue reading Nordex receives a new order from Aquila Clean Energy for 141.6 MW of wind energy in Spain
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Wind energy and photovoltaic overtake fossil fuels to provide 30% of EU electricity
Report finds 13 member states generated more energy from wind and solar power than coal and gas for first time in 2024 Ajit Niranjan Wind turbines and solar photovoltaic panels have overtaken fossil fuels to generate 30% of the European Union’s electricity in the first half of the year, a report has found. Power generation … Continue reading Wind energy and photovoltaic overtake fossil fuels to provide 30% of EU electricity
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Photovoltaic and wind energy in the fourth week of July
In the fourth week of July, prices in the main European electricity markets, as well as gas and CO2 futures prices, remained in the same range as in the previous week. Most electricity markets registered negative prices on Sunday, July 28. On that day, Italy registered the highest photovoltaic energy production for a July month. … Continue reading Photovoltaic and wind energy in the fourth week of July
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Wind power from the east gathering strength: the outlook for OEMs
With the growth outlook for onshore and offshore wind looking healthy, Chinese wind turbine OEMs are hungry for global expansion. We expect healthy growth in demand for onshore and offshore wind generation over the next ten years, providing a firm foundation for wind turbine manufacturers to build on across the board. But how are market … Continue reading Wind power from the east gathering strength: the outlook for OEMs
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Vestas is awarded a 49 MW wind energy project in Germany
Vestas has received a 49 MW order from WindBauer GmbH for the Bartow Pfalz wind energy project in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany. Vestas will deliver six V162-7.2 MW and one V150-6.0 MW wind turbines, and the order includes the supply, delivery and commissioning of the wind turbines. Upon completion, Vestas will service the turbines under a long-term … Continue reading Vestas is awarded a 49 MW wind energy project in Germany
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Spain approves 28 GW and grants Administrative Construction Authorisation for 283 photovoltaic wind power and hydro plants
Spain’s Ministry for the Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge (MITECO) has granted the Administrative Construction Authorisation (AAC) to 283 renewables energy projects totalling 28GW that had to obtain it before July 25, in accordance with the deadlines and milestones established by Royal Decree-Law 23/2020. The projects add up to 28,123MW and their execution will … Continue reading Spain approves 28 GW and grants Administrative Construction Authorisation for 283 photovoltaic wind power and hydro plants
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Vestas secures 795 MW order for OranjeWind offshore wind farm in the Netherlands
Vestas has received a firm order for wind turbines for the OranjeWind offshore wind farm, formerly Hollandse Kust West VII, in the Netherlands. Vestas will supply 53 V236-15.0 MW wind turbines and is responsible for the supply, delivery and commissioning of the wind turbines. Upon completion, Vestas will service the assets under a 5-year comprehensive … Continue reading Vestas secures 795 MW order for OranjeWind offshore wind farm in the Netherlands
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RWE and Saitec collaborate to commission enhanced environmental monitoring studies at DemoSATH floating offshore wind project
“DemoSATH Lab” initiative kicks-off enhanced environmental monitoring studies to gain better knowledge about underwater noise, bird detection and the interactions of marine life with the platform. The studies will be conducted on DemoSATH, a 2 MW operational floating offshore wind turbine installed 2 miles off the Spanish coastline. The DemoSATH floating offshore wind turbine has been … Continue reading RWE and Saitec collaborate to commission enhanced environmental monitoring studies at DemoSATH floating offshore wind project
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From 22 to 4 wind turbines, Endesa begins the largest repowering of a wind power plant in Spain
The wind farm, which foresees the replacement of wind turbines operating since 2000, represents an investment of 34.1 million euros. The work has a maximum aid of 6.51 million, granted by the Institute for Energy Diversification and Saving (IDAE), under the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan financed by the EU. Endesa, through its renewable energy … Continue reading From 22 to 4 wind turbines, Endesa begins the largest repowering of a wind power plant in Spain
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Experts refute Trump’s claim that wind energy is killing many birds in the US.
Experts refute Trump’s claim that wind power is killing many birds in the US. Billions of birds likely die each year in the United States, but contrary to popular claims, wind turbines are not the main culprit. Former President Trump continually used his prominent platform to claim that wind turbines… make economic sense for part … Continue reading Experts refute Trump’s claim that wind energy is killing many birds in the US.
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Ceará’s wind energy potential can supply more than 23 million homes in Brazil
Faced with an average of 2,500 hours of sunshine per year and a strong wind potential, a study carried out by ENGIE revealed that Ceará has the capacity to generate enough energy to supply electricity to more than 23 million homes. This combination of natural resources positions the state as a potential leader in the … Continue reading Ceará’s wind energy potential can supply more than 23 million homes in Brazil
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Chile installs 3,962 MW of photovoltaic and 1,882 MW of wind power
Currently, there are more than 3.9 GW PV under construction in the country. 67% of Chile’s electricity generation in June was renewable and solar energy represented 15% of monthly generation.Generadoras Chile has presented its monthly bulletin corresponding to June. According to the report, the National Electric System (SEN) has a total installed capacity of 33,580 … Continue reading Chile installs 3,962 MW of photovoltaic and 1,882 MW of wind power
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Morocco begins the construction process of Africa’s first offshore wind power plant
Morocco is looking for a consultant to carry out a feasibility study on an offshore wind energy project that could be the first in Africa. The Moroccan Agency for Sustainable Energy (Masen) and the European Investment Bank (EIB) launched a tender for technical assistance for the study. The preferred site is on the Atlantic Ocean … Continue reading Morocco begins the construction process of Africa’s first offshore wind power plant
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Saipem sees business opportunities in green ammonia and offshore wind power
Saipem, an energy company traditionally focused on oil and gas contracts, sees business opportunities in low-carbon areas such as green ammonia and offshore wind. Speaking to the press following the publication of its first half results yesterday, CEO Alessandro Puliti stated that the group had recently been awarded a €250 million project for the construction … Continue reading Saipem sees business opportunities in green ammonia and offshore wind power
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