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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Six highlights of the global energy transition in 2024
Solar photovoltaic and batteries are the big players in the energy transition in 2024, helping renewables knock fossil fuels – especially coal – off their pedestal in many countries and regions. 2024 was the year of solar and batteries – and this double act is set to reshape global energy systems. Solar superpowers are emerging … Continue reading Six highlights of the global energy transition in 2024
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Why offshore wind power is critical for America
Rob Langford, Vice President of Global Offshore Renewables at the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), discusses the growth opportunities for the United States as the nation generates power from offshore wind for the first time. He explains how greater industry collaboration, the upskilling of energy workers, and the repurposing of legacy assets can lower the … Continue reading Why offshore wind power is critical for America
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Photovoltaic and wind energy in the first week of December
December starts with the highest prices of the year for TTF gas and some European electricity markets. In the first week of December, weekly prices in most major European electricity markets continued to exceed €100/MWh. During weekdays, prices were higher than in the previous week, with France, Italy and Belgium reaching their highest values of … Continue reading Photovoltaic and wind energy in the first week of December
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Law in approval endangers the future development of wind power and hydroelectric in Galicia
The associations signing this statement express our disagreement with the measures proposed by the Xunta de Galicia, as they immediately affect the regional renewable sector and in the medium term the entire electricity sector. Measures such as those proposed will inevitably result in an increase in uncertainty and litigation in the sector and, ultimately, a … Continue reading Law in approval endangers the future development of wind power and hydroelectric in Galicia
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China maintains high utilization rates of wind power and photovoltaic
China has maintained high utilization rates of wind and solar power, official data showed Sunday, suggesting the world’s renewables powerhouse has ensured both speed and quality in its green drive. The utilization rates of wind and solar power remained above 95 percent this year, according to data of the National Energy Administration. By the end … Continue reading China maintains high utilization rates of wind power and photovoltaic
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Nordex receives first order from Alterric for N175/6.X wind turbines in Greece for 56 MW of wind power
Alterric, an independent producer in the renewable energy sector and one of the largest producers of onshore green electricity in Central Europe, has placed an order with the Nordex Group for the supply and installation of nine N175/6.X wind turbines for a wind farm in Greece. The contract also includes a premium service contract for … Continue reading Nordex receives first order from Alterric for N175/6.X wind turbines in Greece for 56 MW of wind power
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Predictions for energy and natural resources in 2025
This is the season for looking to the future, and for the final Energy Pulse of 2024 I have collected 10 predictions from Wood Mackenzie analysts for the year ahead. The predictions for 2024 that I presented a year ago had quite a good hit rate. Some were spot-on: we were right about the increased … Continue reading Predictions for energy and natural resources in 2025
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Enercon receives an order for 38 MW of wind power in Romania
After 12 years, the CNE sales team secures its first major order for 7 E-160 EP5 wind turbines with a total capacity of over 38 MW. ENERCON had been negotiating since 2023 and the contract has now been signed and sealed: together with the customer Smart Power Generation Alfa S.R.L., ENERCON is realising the first … Continue reading Enercon receives an order for 38 MW of wind power in Romania
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First wind farm in southern Xinjiang achieves full capacity grid connection
The first wind power project in southern part of northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region was connected to the grid at full capacity on Saturday, marking a milestone achievement in harnessing wind energy in China’s high altitude mountainous regions above 3,000 meters. The project, located in Wuqia County of the Kizilsu Kirgiz Autonomous Prefecture of … Continue reading First wind farm in southern Xinjiang achieves full capacity grid connection
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Brazilian Senate passes Offshore Wind Bill which sets course for sector’s rapid growth in country
Brazil’s Federal Senate has passed the country’s offshore wind bill, passing the legislation on to the President for final approval. The bill paves the way for the offshore wind sector to establish itself in the country and deliver clean, secure, and green energy. Offshore wind also presents a huge opportunity for Brazil to play a … Continue reading Brazilian Senate passes Offshore Wind Bill which sets course for sector’s rapid growth in country
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Iberdrola gives entry to Kansai into the German offshore wind project Windanker valued at 1.28 billion euros
Iberdrola has given entry to the Japanese electric company Kansai into its Windanker offshore wind project, which is already under construction. The Japanese electric company will co-invest in the asset, reaching a 49% stake, while Iberdrola will retain control with the remaining 51%. The Windanker offshore wind farm, located in the German Baltic Sea, will … Continue reading Iberdrola gives entry to Kansai into the German offshore wind project Windanker valued at 1.28 billion euros
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US Grid-Scale Energy Storage Continues Strong Year with Highest Q3 Installations on Record
3.8 GW of storage installed across all segments, 80% increase from Q3 2023 • Residential installations hit all-time high The U.S. energy storage market continued its strong growth in Q3 of 2024, with the grid-scale segment setting a new Q3 record at 3,431 megawatts (MW) and 9,188 megawatt-hours (MWh) deployed. According to the American Clean Power … Continue reading US Grid-Scale Energy Storage Continues Strong Year with Highest Q3 Installations on Record
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Vestas secures 1.1 GW order for Inch Cape offshore wind project in Scotland
Vestas has secured a firm and unconditional order for the 1.1 GW Inch Cape offshore wind project in Scotland from Inch Cape Offshore Limited, a 50:50 joint venture between ESB and Red Rock Renewables. The agreement is for the supply, installation and commissioning of 72 V236-15.0 MW wind turbines. Upon completion, Vestas will also deliver … Continue reading Vestas secures 1.1 GW order for Inch Cape offshore wind project in Scotland
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Mingyang’s 16.6 MW floating wind turbine begins operation in China
Mingyang’s 16.6 MW floating wind turbine begins operation in China. Chinese company Mingyang Smart Energy has put into operation what is said to be the world’s largest capacity floating wind platform, with a nominal output of 16.6 MW, at the Qingzhou IV offshore wind farm in the South China Sea. The wind turbine, named OceanX, … Continue reading Mingyang’s 16.6 MW floating wind turbine begins operation in China
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Nordex receives 40 MW order from Ukraine for wind power
Nordex Group ha recibido un pedido de Eco-Optima por 40 MW en Ucrania con un alcance logístico e instalación reducido y personalizado. La empresa, que se dedica al desarrollo e implementación de fuentes de energía renovables respetuosas con el medio ambiente, ha pedido siete aerogeneradores N163/5.X. El contrato también incluye el servicio de mantenimiento de … Continue reading Nordex receives 40 MW order from Ukraine for wind power
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Iberdrola awards EnergyLoop the recycling of blades from its first wind power repowering project in Spain
In total, 139 wind turbines will be dismantled – 417 blades – which represents more than 800 tons. Iberdrola Spain has awarded EnergyLoop the contract to recycle the blades and manage the waste components of the Isabela and Molar de Molinar wind farms in Albacete, the company’s first to be repowered in Spain. In total, … Continue reading Iberdrola awards EnergyLoop the recycling of blades from its first wind power repowering project in Spain
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RWE announces winners of global offshore wind co-use competition
Essen, 12 December 2024 RWE, one of the world leaders in offshore wind, has awarded the winners of its global “Co-use Competition”. The competition was launched with the aim of seeking innovative solutions in the fields of biodiversity enhancement and co-existence with other sea users. A panel of RWE experts evaluated a total of 77 applications from … Continue reading RWE announces winners of global offshore wind co-use competition
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