The American Clean Power Association (ACP) issued the following statement by ACP CEO Jason Grumet, after a final decision was announced today by the U.S. Department of Commerce to implement tariffs for U.S. businesses that import solar panels and cells assembled by trading partners in Southeast Asia. “The clean power industry is disappointed in this … Continue reading Commerce Decision on Solar Tariffs Throws Cold Water on U.S. Clean Energy Goals
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The European electricity markets were impacted by higher gas prices in the second week of August
In the second week of August, gas futures rebounded, approaching €40/MWh on August 9. This, together with the fall in wind power production, favored prices increase in most European electricity markets. Even so, weekly averages for all markets were below €100/MWh, which has not happened since early June. On August 9, Brent futures reached the … Continue reading The European electricity markets were impacted by higher gas prices in the second week of August
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U.S. President Joe Biden visits Ingeteam’s Milwaukee plant
The President of the United States, Joe Biden, toured and spoke at Ingeteam’s plant in the USA during his visit to the City of Milwaukee, where he was welcomed by Alex Belaustegui, Ingeteam’s Corporate Development Director, along with David Solé, Ingeteam’s Managing Director, and Mark Obradovich, Ingeteam’s Director in the USA. Since the opening of … Continue reading U.S. President Joe Biden visits Ingeteam’s Milwaukee plant
Continue readingConcentrated Solar Power, photovoltaic and wind energy in the second week of August
In the second week of August, gas futures rebounded, approaching €40/MWh on August 9. This, together with the fall in wind power production, favored prices increase in most European electricity markets. Even so, weekly averages for all markets were below €100/MWh, which has not happened since early June. On August 9, Brent futures reached the … Continue reading Concentrated Solar Power, photovoltaic and wind energy in the second week of August
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Gonghe Concentrated Solar Power in Qinghai Province runs a record 19 of 24 hours
803,000 kwh! The single-day power generation of Qinghai Gonghe CSP Power Station hit a new high! On July 21, the optimized operation mode of Qinghai Gonghe Solar Thermal Power Station generated a single day of 803,000 kWh of power generation, and the operating time of the unit was 19 hours. The daily production index is … Continue reading Gonghe Concentrated Solar Power in Qinghai Province runs a record 19 of 24 hours
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Top 10 solar PV inverter vendors account for 86% of global market share
The top 10 global solar photovoltaic (PV) inverter vendors accounted for 86% of market share in 2022, increasing by 4% year-over-year since 2021, according to latest analysis by Wood Mackenzie, a global insight business for renewables, energy and natural resources. The global PV demand of 201 gigawatt alternating current (GWac) in 2022 contributed to 48% … Continue reading Top 10 solar PV inverter vendors account for 86% of global market share
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Iberdrola launches Carbon2Nature to reduce the global carbon footprint
Iberdrola launches Carbon2Nature (C2N) with the mission of developing high-impact nature-based solutions projects that reduce the global carbon footprint, improve biodiversity, and promote a sustainable economy. The company was born out of the utility’s conviction that investing in nature is essential to act against the climate and biodiversity crisis, while at the same time acting … Continue reading Iberdrola launches Carbon2Nature to reduce the global carbon footprint
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Future of solar and wind energy in Yemen
Yemen, a country located on the southern tip of the Arabian Peninsula, has been facing an ongoing energy crisis for years. This crisis has only been exacerbated by the ongoing conflict, which has caused widespread damage to the country’s infrastructure and has left millions of people without access to reliable electricity. As the country struggles … Continue reading Future of solar and wind energy in Yemen
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Exploring the increase in demand for renewable energy in Thailand
Thailand, known for its picturesque landscapes and rich cultural heritage, is now making headlines for its ambitious strides towards clean energy. The country is experiencing a surge in demand for clean energy, driven by a combination of government initiatives, increasing environmental awareness, and technological advancements. This trend is reshaping Thailand’s energy market and offering a … Continue reading Exploring the increase in demand for renewable energy in Thailand
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Hydroelectricity in the 21st Century: The Latest Breakthroughs and Innovations
Hydroelectricity, a renewable energy source that harnesses the power of flowing water to generate electricity, has been a cornerstone of global energy production for over a century. With the growing need for sustainable and environmentally friendly energy solutions, hydroelectric power is more important than ever in the 21st century. As a result, researchers and engineers … Continue reading Hydroelectricity in the 21st Century: The Latest Breakthroughs and Innovations
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Renewable energy in Micronesia
Micronesia, a region in the western Pacific Ocean comprising thousands of small islands, is at the forefront of the global transition to a low-carbon future. With its abundant renewable energy resources, Micronesia has the potential to become a leader in clean energy production and a model for other island nations. This article will discuss the … Continue reading Renewable energy in Micronesia
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Harnessing the potential of solar and wind energy in Libya
Libya, a country endowed with vast oil reserves, has been grappling with political instability and conflict for the past decade. This has not only impacted its oil production but also hampered the development of its energy infrastructure. However, amid the turmoil, there lies an untapped potential for renewable energy, particularly solar and wind power, which … Continue reading Harnessing the potential of solar and wind energy in Libya
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China leads photovoltaic, wind power, concentrated solar power and electric vehicles
From the resources of Rethink Energy, we learn that in the second quarter of 2023 alone, approximately 92 gigawatts (GW) of solar power were installed globally. Of that, 55%, or 51 GW, was installed in China. Quarterly global solar installations appear to be growing at 50% per annum over the past three years. China has … Continue reading China leads photovoltaic, wind power, concentrated solar power and electric vehicles
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Belarus’ Energy Market
Belarus, a landlocked country in Eastern Europe, has been making significant strides in its energy market in recent years. The nation has been working tirelessly to diversify its energy sources, reduce its dependence on imported fossil fuels, and transition to a more sustainable and secure energy future. In this article, we will provide a comparative … Continue reading Belarus’ Energy Market
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Pumped storage hydropower in China helping to integrate wind energy and solar power
China is building pumped-storage hydropower facilities to increase the flexibility of the power grid and accommodate growing wind and solar power. As of May 2023, China had 50 gigawatts (GW) of operational pumped-storage capacity, 30% of global capacity and more than any other country. China’s pumped-storage capacity is set to increase even more, with 89 GW of … Continue reading Pumped storage hydropower in China helping to integrate wind energy and solar power
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Australia’s First Commercial Scale Concentrated Solar Power Plant Makes Progress
Plans to build Australia’s first commercial scale concentrated solar power plant in Port Augusta have taken a step forward with a new partnership. Vast has partnered with global design and manufacturing firm Contratos y Diseños Industriales (CYD) to facilitate early design work on its VS1 project, a 30MW/288MWh plant in South Australia. CYD will begin … Continue reading Australia’s First Commercial Scale Concentrated Solar Power Plant Makes Progress
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How your electric car can help power the energy transition
It is common knowledge that electric vehicles (EVs) are cleaner alternatives to conventional vehicles. However, their role in the energy transition extends beyond cutting direct emissions, underlining their crucial importance. This is why policymakers across the globe are dedicating efforts to make the massive deployment of EVs a reality. Under the International Renewable Energy Agency’s … Continue reading How your electric car can help power the energy transition
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Assessment of concentrated solar power plants for site and technology selection in Egypt
The objective of this research is to investigate the implementation of two concentrated solar power (CSP) technologies in the 28 devoted locations in Egypt, in order to select the optimum site-specific CSP technology. This may be achieved by a validated thermo-economic simulation of power plants using the Sam advisory model and an investigation of the … Continue reading Assessment of concentrated solar power plants for site and technology selection in Egypt
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ACP Statement on Department of Energy Proposal to Establish Federal Permitting of Electric Transmission
Today, American Clean Power Association (ACP) Vice President of Markets & Transmission Carrie Zalewski released a statement on the U.S. Department of Energy’s proposed rule to establish federal permitting of electric transmission: “Expanding our electricity transmission system is necessary to be able to deliver the affordable, reliable clean energy that American homes and businesses need. … Continue reading ACP Statement on Department of Energy Proposal to Establish Federal Permitting of Electric Transmission
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Filling of the Alto Tâmega reservoir to begin
The construction of the Alto Tâmega Hydroelectric Power Plant continues to progress at a good pace. The civil works are practically finished and the electromechanical assemblies will be completed by the end of 2023, when commissioning will begin. Alto Tâmega, with 160 MW, is the last of the three developments that make up the Tâmega … Continue reading Filling of the Alto Tâmega reservoir to begin
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