Donald Trump could slow America’s rise as a clean energy superpower and lose billions of dollars in investment. China will benefit from Trump’s ignorance, becoming the undisputed world leader in wind power, photovoltaics, electric vehicles and batteries, among other sectors. Under Donald Trump, the United States will precipitate its decline. Trump said before his election … Continue reading Donald Trump’s promise to repeal Biden’s climate policies will cost the US billions, report says
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Global energy sector employment increased by 3.8% in 2023, outpacing the wider economy
New IEA report finds that sector added 2.5 million jobs worldwide last year, led by clean technology manufacturing, though skills shortages remain a key issue Employment in the global energy sector grew at a strong pace in 2023, buoyed by a wave of investment in manufacturing clean energy technologies – though shortages of skilled workers … Continue reading Global energy sector employment increased by 3.8% in 2023, outpacing the wider economy
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RWE secures two more onshore wind projects at French regulation latest bidding round
The French CRE (Commission for the Regulation of Energy) has published the results for the latest onshore wind bidding round (AO 16), for a selected capacity of 755.22 MW at an average price of 87.92 euros/MWh. RWE has emerged as one of the leading recipient, securing contracts for two projects with a combined capacity of … Continue reading RWE secures two more onshore wind projects at French regulation latest bidding round
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Indonesia to build 75 GW of renewable energy in the next 15 years
The renewable projects would include photovoltaic, hydro, geothermal and wind power, Hashim said, without explaining plans for the remaining 25 GW.Indonesia’s current installed power capacity is more than 90 GW, with more than half of that powered by coal and less than 15% by renewables. It currently has no nuclear capacity, a controversial topic in … Continue reading Indonesia to build 75 GW of renewable energy in the next 15 years
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RWE, Siemens Energy anticipate delays in US offshore wind projects under Trump
Renewable energy companies, including Germany’s RWE and Siemens Energy, have expressed concerns about the future of the US offshore wind sector under President Donald Trump. Both companies anticipate potential delays and regulatory challenges, according to a Reuters news report. RWE CFO Michael Mueller and Siemens Energy CEO Christian Bruch warned of increased risks to project … Continue reading RWE, Siemens Energy anticipate delays in US offshore wind projects under Trump
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Iberdrola seals a wind energy agreement worth more than 1 billion euros with Siemens Gamesa in the United Kingdom
Huge boost for UK manufacturing, with blades for the 64 wind turbines to be manufactured in Siemens Gamesa’s Hull factory, which provides 1,300 local jobs. The turbine blades for ScottishPower’s £4 billion East Anglia TWO offshore windfarm will be built in Hull after the green energy company formalised a turbine supply agreement with Siemens Gamesa … Continue reading Iberdrola seals a wind energy agreement worth more than 1 billion euros with Siemens Gamesa in the United Kingdom
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Major milestone reached for 1GW wind farm in Kazakhstan
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, the UAE’s clean energy powerhouse, and its partners, have reached a significant milestone in the development of their 1GW wind farm in Kazakhstan, with the signing of the project’s Investment Agreement. Signed on the sidelines of COP29 in Baku, the agreement was witnessed by H.E. Nurlan Baibazarov, … Continue reading Major milestone reached for 1GW wind farm in Kazakhstan
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Nordex receives order for more than 100 MW of wind power in Canada
Nordex has received another order from Canada. The Group will supply 19 N163/5.X wind turbines to a Canadian wind farm developer and operator for a wind farm in the province of Québec. The Nordex Group will supply the N163/5.X wind turbines on 125-metre-high tubular steel towers in the summer of 2026. The customer has ordered … Continue reading Nordex receives order for more than 100 MW of wind power in Canada
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Photovoltaic and wind energy in the first week of November
In the first week of November, prices in the main European electricity markets rose, with most of their weekly averages exceeding €110/MWh. In some markets, hourly prices were the highest since 2022, and in others, the highest of this year. The increase in demand, as well as the decrease in wind energy production and photovoltaic … Continue reading Photovoltaic and wind energy in the first week of November
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In 12 months the renewables market has moved but governments have not
Tripling global renewables is the single biggest action the world can take for the climate this decade. An analysis of 2030 renewables targets shows that, while renewables markets are surging, governments have not updated renewables ambition in the lead-up to COP29. ? Download PDF Katye Altieri Electricity Transition Analyst (Global)Ember Oya Zaimoglu Data Analyst (2030 … Continue reading In 12 months the renewables market has moved but governments have not
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ScottishPower and Siemens Gamesa sign offshore wind energy deal
ScottishPower has awarded Siemens Gamesa a wind turbine supply contract valued over £1 billion for its East Anglia TWO offshore wind farm. The 64 wind turbines’ blades, each 115 meters long, will be manufactured at Siemens Gamesa’s factory in Hull, providing significant employment, with around 1,300 jobs secured in the region.East Anglia TWO will generate … Continue reading ScottishPower and Siemens Gamesa sign offshore wind energy deal
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CCR signs agreement with Neoenergia for self-production of wind energy
Neoenergia (NEOE3) reported this Monday (11) that it signed an agreement with subsidiaries of CCR (CCRO3) for the self-production of wind energy, the first of its kind signed by the mobility infrastructure group and which will cover 60% of the company’s current energy demand. The alliance, signed with the CCR concessionaires that operate the São … Continue reading CCR signs agreement with Neoenergia for self-production of wind energy
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India adds 20 GW of solar photovoltaic and wind capacity in last 9 months
Capacity additions led by solar PV. India remains the leader in renewable energy, having added 20,146 gigawatts (GW) of solar PV and wind capacity in the first nine months of the year (9M 2024). According to JMK Research, solar PV accounted for the largest share of new capacity, at 17,444 megawatts (MW), while wind added … Continue reading India adds 20 GW of solar photovoltaic and wind capacity in last 9 months
Continue readingNDCs 3.0 a ‘Make or Break’ for Global Goal to Triple Renewables by 2030
Even if all COP announcements to date were to be fully implemented, a significant CO2 emission gap would still need to be closed by 2050, according to IRENA’s World Energy Transitions Outlook 2024. Released at the opening of the UN Climate Conference COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, the Agency’s 1.5°C Scenario outlines a net-zero path by … Continue reading NDCs 3.0 a ‘Make or Break’ for Global Goal to Triple Renewables by 2030
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Iberdrola obtains environmental permit for its first wind power repowering project in Spain
This is the environmental permit for the Molar de Molinar wind farm in Castilla – La Mancha. The company will upgrade two onshore wind farms in the region, which will go from 139 wind turbines to 22. The upgrade involves replacing the old wind turbines with more modern, more powerful ones equipped with the latest … Continue reading Iberdrola obtains environmental permit for its first wind power repowering project in Spain
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What’s next for energy after the US elections?
President Trump plans a sharp change of direction. The US elections last week are set to transform the energy landscape, with the Republicans now in control of the presidency, the Senate, and likely the House of Representatives. They intend to set a new direction for energy policy, emphasising affordability and reliability over sustainability and climate. … Continue reading What’s next for energy after the US elections?
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Siemens Gamesa and Doosan Enerbility sign an agreement to manufacture the nacelles for the SG15.0-236 DD wind turbine
We recently discussed Doosan Enerbility, the South Korean manufacturer, in Windletter and wondered how a niche manufacturer with just 300 MW installed could be profitable or remain active in the sector, considering the competition and narrow margins. Well, Siemens Gamesa and Doosan Enerbility have just signed an MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) through which Doosan would … Continue reading Siemens Gamesa and Doosan Enerbility sign an agreement to manufacture the nacelles for the SG15.0-236 DD wind turbine
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Iran’s wind power and photovoltaic plant capacity increased by 500 MW by mid-March
According to SATBA data for the end of the sixth month of the Iranian calendar of Shahrivar (September 21), the share of wind power plants is 29 percent, and that of photovoltaic (PV) power plants, with 595.16 MW, is 60 percent.“Taking into account the capacity of new power plants under construction, by the end of … Continue reading Iran’s wind power and photovoltaic plant capacity increased by 500 MW by mid-March
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The complex world of wind turbine standards
From 4,000-year-old windmills in Persia to floating wind turbines in the North Sea, wind energy has evolved from rudimentary technology to a highly advanced and strategic component of modern energy infrastructure. Today, the unique requirements of turbine design and lengthy qualification processes are moulding its development. Here, Patricia Vázquez, carbon key account manager for wind … Continue reading The complex world of wind turbine standards
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Uzbekistan aims to have more than 18,000 MW of wind energy and photovoltaic solar power by 2030
By 2026, Uzbekistan plans to have 5,000 MW of photovoltaic (PV) and wind capacity, and by 2030 this figure is expected to exceed 18,000 MW. This would allow the country to produce 50 billion kWh of electricity per year, save 15 billion cubic meters of natural gas and avoid the emission of 21 million tons … Continue reading Uzbekistan aims to have more than 18,000 MW of wind energy and photovoltaic solar power by 2030
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