Deadline is on 22 November 2024. South Korea has launched tenders for nearly two gigawatts (GW) of wind projects. Broken down, 1 GW has been set aside for fixed bottom offshore, 500 megawatts (MW) for floating offshore, and 300 MW for onshore wind. Deadline for a project depends on its division and capacity. For instance, … Continue reading South Korea opens bidding for 1.8 GW of wind power
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Sany Renewable’s indian unit receives two large wind power orders
The Indian subsidiary of Chinese wind power giant Sany Renewable Energy has received two large orders for wind power generators. Sany Wind Energy India will provide wind turbines with a total power generating capacity of over 1.3 gigawatts to three subsidiaries of Indian conglomerate JSW Group and wind turbines with a power generating capacity of … Continue reading Sany Renewable’s indian unit receives two large wind power orders
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Chinese manufacturers unveil 27 new wind turbine models at China Wind Power
China moves at a different pace. On October 16, 17, and 18, the China Wind Power 2024 fair was held in Beijing, one of the largest in the world alongside Wind Energy Hamburg, and undoubtedly the one with the greatest influence from Chinese OEMs and suppliers. A total of 12 local manufacturers attended: Goldwind, Envision, … Continue reading Chinese manufacturers unveil 27 new wind turbine models at China Wind Power
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Saudi Arabia signs localization agreements for wind energy steel towers
Steel towers for wind energy systems will soon be manufactured in Saudi Arabia following the signing of two agreements by the Kingdom’s Local Content and Government Procurement Authority. The deals, made in partnership with Al-Yamamah Steel Industries Co. and Arabian International Co. for Steel Structures, aim to localize production and transfer critical knowledge in the wind energy … Continue reading Saudi Arabia signs localization agreements for wind energy steel towers
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China’s largest offshore wind farm goes into operation
China’s largest affordable offshore wind farm went into operation and achieved grid-connected power generation with a full capacity, its operator State Power Investment Corporation Limited (SPIC) said Friday. The 450-megawatt project consists of 53 wind turbine units installed in the waters 28 kilometers off the coast of Rushan City in east China’s Shandong Province, with … Continue reading China’s largest offshore wind farm goes into operation
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GOinterHUB brings together leaders in offshore wind energy in Ferrol
The seventh edition of the Galician Offshore International Hub (GOinterHUB) began yesterday with various thematic sessions in Ferrol, where more than 400 representatives and organisations from the offshore wind energy sector met. From left to right, Francisco Barea (Ferrol-San Cibrao), Martín Fernández (A Coruña), Ramón Muñoz-Calero (Avilés) and Laureano Louridp (Gijón). The congress, organised by … Continue reading GOinterHUB brings together leaders in offshore wind energy in Ferrol
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North Seas countries set out clear vision on wind supply chain and grid build-out
The Energy Ministers of the 9 North Seas countries held their annual meeting yesterday in Odense, Denmark. They reaffirmed their ambition to transform the North Seas into “Europe’s green power plant.” They gave clear recommendations to the new EU Commission how best to support that. Notably on the need to further strengthen Europe’s wind energy … Continue reading North Seas countries set out clear vision on wind supply chain and grid build-out
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Behind the Blades: How Paula Pérez Engineers Equitable Wind Energy Solutions
Paula Pérez is an engineer by training, but to this National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) researcher, engineering is about people. “I’ve always felt that engineering is for solving people problems,” said Pérez, who studies wind energy equity and techno-economic analysis. “I think our work should center the people who will be impacted by it.” With … Continue reading Behind the Blades: How Paula Pérez Engineers Equitable Wind Energy Solutions
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Global LCOE (levelized cost of electricity) competitiveness of wind power and photovoltaic (PV) is increasing
The cost competitiveness of these technologies varies significantly across regions, but overall, renewables are on track to overtake traditional fossil fuel sources. Wood Mackenzie has released five regional Levelised Cost of Electricity (LCOE) reports for 2024, which provide an in-depth analysis of the evolving electricity cost landscape across global markets. These reports, covering Asia Pacific … Continue reading Global LCOE (levelized cost of electricity) competitiveness of wind power and photovoltaic (PV) is increasing
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Draghi says PPAs are good for EU competitiveness: all EU rules must reflect that
Europe must leverage the significant potential for private financing stemming from PPAs. The recent “Draghi Report” on the EU’s competitiveness and economic security singled out PPAs as a key tool for strengthening the EU’s industrial resilience. PPAs have significant benefits: they enable European companies to procure clean energy at competitive and predictable prices. They increase … Continue reading Draghi says PPAs are good for EU competitiveness: all EU rules must reflect that
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US 2023 photovoltaic, wind power, geothermal output up 200% from 2014
15 states had at least 30% power from renewables in 2023. Southeastern US sees surge in photovoltaic generation. The US generated about three times as much electricity from solar, wind and geothermal resources in 2023 than it did in 2014, a decade-long stretch that also saw the percentage of national retail power sales from these … Continue reading US 2023 photovoltaic, wind power, geothermal output up 200% from 2014
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Egypt poised to lead wind energy in Middle East with 76 GW capacity by 2050
Egypt is positioned to become a leading force in wind energy within the Middle East, with the capacity to generate an excess of 76 gigawatts per hour by 2050, according to an international study. This capability would solidify its status as a potential leader in clean energy across the region. Published in the journal “Science … Continue reading Egypt poised to lead wind energy in Middle East with 76 GW capacity by 2050
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OX2 to manage a 211 MW wind farm in Finland
OX2 has signed an asset management agreement for Piiparinmäki wind farm with Nuveen Infrastructure. Under the agreement, OX2 will be responsible for the technical, commercial and financial management of the Piiparinmäki wind farm, to ensure optimal asset performance on the behalf of Nuveen Infrastructure, the private infrastructure investment business of $1.2tn global asset manager Nuveen. … Continue reading OX2 to manage a 211 MW wind farm in Finland
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Concern and uncertainty in the wind energy sector over the new draft bill on fiscal and administrative measures from the Xunta
The draft bill on fiscal and administrative measures from the Xunta has begun its parliamentary process. The wind sector believes that the text proposes a paradigm shift in relation to the repowering of wind farms, which clashes head-on with the fundamental principles of the existing legal system. The wind sector, understanding that the spirit of … Continue reading Concern and uncertainty in the wind energy sector over the new draft bill on fiscal and administrative measures from the Xunta
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Plan for South Africa’s first offshore wind farm takes shape
A consortium of European and local energy companies is planning to build a massive 810MW wind farm off the coast of Richards Bay, with wind turbines taller than the country’s largest skyscrapers. More than 30 land-based wind farms have been built along the windy Cape coastline and in other parts of the country, but there … Continue reading Plan for South Africa’s first offshore wind farm takes shape
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Highest investment period boosts Iberdrola’s results to record levels
Strong operations underpin growth Increased financial strength Shareholder remuneration: record interim dividend: €0.23 per share, an increase of 14%. Record market capitalisation: Record stock market capitalisation highs (close to €90 billion). Improvement in year-end forecasts: 14% increase in full-year net profit, in line with the growth of the interim dividend. Accelerating the Strategic Plan and seizing … Continue reading Highest investment period boosts Iberdrola’s results to record levels
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ACP Statement on Massachusetts Legislation to Advance Offshore Wind and Energy Storage
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from Moira Cyphers, ACP Director for Atlantic Offshore & Eastern State Affairs after comprehensive legislation was introduced in Massachusetts enhancing clean energy deployment. Key features include a major overhaul of energy infrastructure permitting, increased support for renewable sources like wind, solar, and expanded battery storage: … Continue reading ACP Statement on Massachusetts Legislation to Advance Offshore Wind and Energy Storage
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The III Offshore Wind Congress brings together more than 400 experts to promote offshore wind power in Spain
Cádiz hosts the largest offshore wind meeting: challenges and opportunities for SpainThe Wind Energy Association (AEE), together with the Andalusian Renewable Energy Association (CLANER) and the Cádiz Maritime Naval Cluster, are organizing the most important event in the offshore wind sector.More than 400 national attendees and international delegations, the main experts in offshore wind power, … Continue reading The III Offshore Wind Congress brings together more than 400 experts to promote offshore wind power in Spain
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Eletrobras and Ocean Winds sign partnership in offshore wind energy
Eletrobras signed the first Memorandum of Understanding to evaluate business opportunities in the generation of wind energy at sea.Eletrobras and Ocean Winds (OW) signed this Tuesday (22/10) a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to evaluate business opportunities in offshore wind projects in Brazil. This is Eletrobras’ first MoU in this segment. In December 2022, the Brazilian … Continue reading Eletrobras and Ocean Winds sign partnership in offshore wind energy
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Enercon commissions 40 MW Turkish wind farm for Kalyon
German wind turbine manufacturer Enercon GmbH has commissioned all wind turbines at a 40 MW wind farm in Türkiye, Turkey, on behalf of project owner Kalen Enerji, a unit of national energy group Kalyon Enerji. All 10 wind turbines at the Black Sea region site are already supplying electricity to the grid, Enercon said in … Continue reading Enercon commissions 40 MW Turkish wind farm for Kalyon
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