SKF Solar Linear Actuator-CASD-60, and SKF Solar Hub CRSD 290 are two solutions that each contribute to the reduction of CO2 emissions by increasing the energy production from one 58 m2 solar panel by 5.8 MWh/year. This equates to a reduction per solution of 4.4 tonnes CO2/year according to the world power grid mix CO2 … Continue reading SKF solutions for solar tracking systems reduce CO2 emissions and increase solar power generation
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State-owned enterprises dominate China’s wind energy projects
State-owned enterprises (SOEs) controlled a sweeping majority of investment and construction in wind power projects last year, accounting for about 81 percent of the sector’s installed capacity, the National Energy Administration (NEA) said Wednesday. As of the end of 2012, some 1,300 companies had invested in or built wind power development projects, of which 1,000 … Continue reading State-owned enterprises dominate China’s wind energy projects
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Washington, D.C.’s Union Station Now Powered by 100 Percent Wind Energy
Strengthening its dedication to environmental sustainability, Union Station in Washington, D.C., has signed a three-year contract for 100 percent WGES CleanSteps
Continue readingVestas Secures 72 MW Wind Turbine Order In Romania
Vestas has received a firm and unconditional order for 72 MW (with an option for another 12 MW) for Romania. The 36-turbine order constitutes the first part of a project consisting of a total of 42 V90-2.0 MW wind turbines to be installed in Tulcea County in Romania. Delivery of the first 36 turbines is … Continue reading Vestas Secures 72 MW Wind Turbine Order In Romania
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Is German offshore wind energy under threat?
Headlines in the German media have said recently that Germany’s offshore wind sector could be facing support cuts, on top of suffering from the already costly grid connection delays. So what is the future of German offshore wind power? We spoke to Andreas Wagner, CEO of the Offshore Wind Foundation (Stiftung Offshore-Windenergie) and part of … Continue reading Is German offshore wind energy under threat?
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California ISO reports new wind generation record: 4,196 MW
Wind power set a new generation record on the California Independent System Operator Corp. (CA-ISO) system Friday, but the mark lasted only two days before being eclipsed Sunday, CA-ISO said in a news release. Sunday’s record was set when turbines on the system topped out at 4,196 megawatts (MW) at 6:44 p.m. CA-ISO is the … Continue reading California ISO reports new wind generation record: 4,196 MW
Continue readingUtility system in NE Vermont to be strengthened, resolving concerns about new wind power
Wind power set a new generation record on the California Independent System Operator Corp. (CA-ISO) system Friday, but the mark lasted only two days before being eclipsed Sunday, CA-ISO said in a news release. Sunday’s record was set when turbines on the system topped out at 4,196 megawatts (MW) at 6:44 p.m. CA-ISO is the … Continue reading Utility system in NE Vermont to be strengthened, resolving concerns about new wind power
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Gamesa begins transporting the largest wind turbine blade ever built in Spain
The blade is 62.5 metres long and will be installed on Spain’s first offshore wind turbine. Gamesa last night began transporting a 62.5-metre blade destined for a prototype of the first offshore wind turbine to be installed in Spain. The blade, manufactured at the Aoiz factory (Navarre) is the longest turbine blade ever produced and … Continue reading Gamesa begins transporting the largest wind turbine blade ever built in Spain
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First Solar sets new CdTe PV module efficiency world record at 16.1%
First Solar, Inc. (Nasdaq: FSLR) today announced it set a new world record for cadmium-telluride (CdTe) photovoltaic (PV) module conversion efficiency, achieving a record 16.1 percent total area module efficiency in tests confirmed by the U.S. Department of Energy
Continue readingChina’s wind energy generation up 41% in 2012
China generated 100.8 billion kilowatt hours of wind power in 2012, marking a 41-percent rise from 2011, the National Energy Administration said Tuesday. The amount represented about 2 percent of the country’s total electricity sent through the state grid, according to a statement on the administration’s website. The figures are based on statistics from the … Continue reading China’s wind energy generation up 41% in 2012
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Iberdrola Announces Additional Blue Creek Wind Farm Customer
Iberdrola Renewables announced Ohio State University, in its ongoing efforts to become a carbon-neutral campus, has purchased 50 megawatts (MW) from its Blue Creek Wind Farm, located in Van Wert and Paulding counties in Ohio. “This commitment to wind energy is a great example of Ohio State’s leadership in sustainability issues,” said Ron Sega, vice … Continue reading Iberdrola Announces Additional Blue Creek Wind Farm Customer
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ArcelorMittal is presenting its steel for wind energy at Hannover Messe
ArcelorMittal is presenting its steel for wind energy at Hannover Messe, the world’s most important technology show, from 8-12 April. ArcelorMittal is actively involved in offering the energy industry a complete range of products and solutions for each step of the energy lifecycle, from production to transformation and transport. At Hannover Messe the group is … Continue reading ArcelorMittal is presenting its steel for wind energy at Hannover Messe
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Vestas releases three new 3 MW wind turbines to the market
Vestas releases to the market three new product variants of the 3 MW platform, the V112-3.3 MW, the V117-3.3 MW and the V126-3.3 MW and announces the largest onshore project in Denmark will use the new 3 MW machines. The turbines are developed from the same proven and popular technology of the V112-3.0 MW, enabling … Continue reading Vestas releases three new 3 MW wind turbines to the market
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EDF, Enbridge Buy 300 MW Blackspring Ridge Wind Energy Project
EDF EN Canada Inc., a subsidiary of EDF Energies Nouvelles, and Enbridge Inc. announced today they have jointly signed a purchase agreement with Greengate Power Corporation to acquire the 300 megawatt (MW) Blackspring Ridge Wind Project. Located in Vulcan County, Alberta (50 km north of Lethbridge), Blackspring Ridge will be the largest wind project in … Continue reading EDF, Enbridge Buy 300 MW Blackspring Ridge Wind Energy Project
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70% of Europeans think renewables
Overall, 70% of EU citizens think renewable energy should be prioritised as an energy option for the next 30 years, a Eurobarometer has found. The survey, “attitudes of Europeans towards air quality” published earlier this year found that the 70% compares to just 9% for unconventional fossil fuels like shale gas, and 8% for conventional … Continue reading 70% of Europeans think renewables
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Turbine blade in Vienna city centre marks start of Austrian wind art contest
With Global Wind Day just over two months away, the Austrian Wind Energy Association has decided to place a mini wind turbine right in the centre of Vienna. Lukas Pawek, coordinator of Global Wind Day in Austria, explains why
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Smoothing Renewable Wind Energy in Texas
The Notrees Wind Storage Demonstration Project is a 36-megawatt energy storage and power management system, which completed testing and became fully operational in December. It shows how energy storage can moderate the intermittent nature of wind by storing excess energy when the wind is blowing and making it available later to the electric grid to … Continue reading Smoothing Renewable Wind Energy in Texas
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5 Super-Sized Solar Energy Projects Transforming the Clean Energy Landscape
2012 marked a record year for America’s solar industry. Installations surged by 76 percent compared to 2011 — representing an estimated market value of $11.5 billion. From commercial to residential, every sector experienced significant growth, but the clear standout of 2012 was utility-scale solar. Utility-scale solar projects are designed to generate massive amounts of electricity. … Continue reading 5 Super-Sized Solar Energy Projects Transforming the Clean Energy Landscape
Continue readingCalifornia Wind Power Blows Away Production Record
Wind power is gaining speed. The California Independent System Operator Corporation (ISO) reports a new record was set when turbines spinning within the ISO power grid combined to produce a new record of 4,196 megawatts (MW) at 6:44 p.m. on Sunday. The ISO is the main operator for the state
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The world’s largest offshore wind farm The London Array is now fully operational as the last of its 175 wind turbines comes online. The London Array wind power project, jointly owned by Dong Energy, Masdar and EON, said that the first phase of the project in the Thames estuary has now been completed. The installation … Continue reading The world
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