RWE is further expanding its battery storage business worldwide. The company has now finalised its investment decision for a Dutch battery storage project with an installed power capacity of 35 megawatts (MW) and a storage capacity of 41 megawatt-hours (MWh). A total of 110 lithium-ion battery racks are to be installed at RWE’s biomass plant in … Continue reading RWE gives green light for utility-scale battery storage project in the Netherlands
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Ørsted enters its first UK solar project
Ørsted has entered its first solar project in the UK. One Earth Solar Farm is a proposed 740 MW solar farm with associated battery storage, that will primarily be located in Nottinghamshire near the border of Lincolnshire and is being co-developed with PS Renewables. Once operational, the 740 MW solar farm will generate enough clean, … Continue reading Ørsted enters its first UK solar project
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Investment in the grid and storage must match renewables growth
Global power supply is on course to double by 2050 to meet surging demand as electrification gathers pace. Renewables will take the lion’s share of new capacity, wind and solar’s share of supply increasing from 10% today to over 50% by 2050 in our Base Case Energy Transition Outlook. While renewables dominating power markets is … Continue reading Investment in the grid and storage must match renewables growth
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Scaling up next generation solar and storage technologies in Victoria
On behalf of the Australian Government, the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced $10 million in funding to RayGen Resources Pty Ltd (RayGen) to progress its hi-tech solar and thermal storage technology along the commercialisation pathway towards a full utility scale deployment. The funding will help RayGen improve the design of its technology, achieve … Continue reading Scaling up next generation solar and storage technologies in Victoria
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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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Developers added 3,2 GW of U.S. wind energy capacity in first-half 2023
In the first half of 2023, developers added 16.8 gigawatts (GW) of new utility-scale electric generating capacity to the U.S. power grid, according to our latest inventory of electric generators. Developers plan to bring an additional 35.2 GW of capacity online in the second half of the year. Operating capacity: Solar power accounted for the … Continue reading Developers added 3,2 GW of U.S. wind energy capacity in first-half 2023
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Private Sector Investments in U.S. Clean Energy Sector Exceeded $270 Billion in Last Year
Today, the American Clean Power Association (ACP) released data showing that unprecedented federal support has led to the announcement of private investments totaling $271 billion in domestic clean energy projects and manufacturing facilities over the past 12 months. This exceeds the combined clean energy investments made over the previous eight years. The latest Clean Energy … Continue reading Private Sector Investments in U.S. Clean Energy Sector Exceeded $270 Billion in Last Year
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2023 sees the highest second quarter on record for US wind power and solar installations.
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the Clean Power Quarterly Market Report | Q2 2023 today, showing that the industry installed 5,218 megawatts (MW) of utility-scale solar, wind, and storage capacity in the second quarter – representing enough clean generation to power nearly 1 million American homes and making Q2 2023 the second-highest second quarter for … Continue reading 2023 sees the highest second quarter on record for US wind power and solar installations.
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Why EV-Battery Innovation is Key to Sparking a Renewable Revolution
Increasing the uptake of electric vehicles (EVs) is a fundamental part of accelerating the renewables-based energy transition and getting us onto the 1.5°C pathway. The uptake of EVs holds the potential to cut emissions by the replacement of fossil fuel based vehicles but also to enable flexibility in the energy system that allow the integration … Continue reading Why EV-Battery Innovation is Key to Sparking a Renewable Revolution
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The Potential for Energy Storage Solutions in North Korea
North Korea, a country that has long been shrouded in mystery and isolation, is now beginning to explore the untapped potential of energy storage solutions. As the world moves towards a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future, it is essential for all nations to invest in renewable energy sources and storage technologies. North Korea, with … Continue reading The Potential for Energy Storage Solutions in North Korea
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New Innovation in Solar and Wind Energy Technology
A breakthrough in renewable energy technology has been announced, promising to revolutionize the industry. This development comes as a result of years of research and development by leading scientists and engineers. The new technology aims to address the growing demand for clean and sustainable energy sources. The innovative technology utilizes a combination of solar and … Continue reading New Innovation in Solar and Wind Energy Technology
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EDP Renewables secures its first stand-alone battery storage project in Europe
Acquired from Tupa Energy, the project will provide 2 hours of storage capacity and will contribute with 50 MW of capacity; With this project, the company will support the grid resilience by providing stability and reliability and will allow for an increased penetration of renewables in the generation mix. EDP Renewables (Euronext: EDPR), a leading … Continue reading EDP Renewables secures its first stand-alone battery storage project in Europe
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Exploring the Potential of Energy Storage Solutions in Bolivia’s Transition to Renewable Energy
The role of energy storage in Bolivia’s energy transition is a crucial factor in the country’s efforts to shift towards a more sustainable and environmentally friendly energy landscape. As Bolivia aims to increase its reliance on renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power, the need for efficient and reliable energy storage solutions becomes … Continue reading Exploring the Potential of Energy Storage Solutions in Bolivia’s Transition to Renewable Energy
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Ingeteam has supplied the power stations (for PV and battery storage systems) to a solar project of 1 GW
The largest photovoltaic complex in Latin America is powered by Ingeteam technology. With a total capacity of 1 GW, this hybrid project, located in the north of Mexico, will be completed in 2027. Then it will generate enough energy to power more than 500,000 households. Ingeteam has supplied its technology for the first phase of … Continue reading Ingeteam has supplied the power stations (for PV and battery storage systems) to a solar project of 1 GW
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Iberdrola invests in Kyoto to accelerate the decarbonization of the industry
Iberdrola joins the Kyoto Group as a strategic investor and business partner in an alliance to accelerate the decarbonisation of heat in industrial processes with Heatcube, Kyoto’s thermal energy storage solution. The energy company will invest €3 million through its start-up programme, PERSEO, which will allow it to control 12.8% of the capital and have … Continue reading Iberdrola invests in Kyoto to accelerate the decarbonization of the industry
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Maximizing Renewable Energy Utilization through Energy Storage in Hybrid Solar and Wind Power Systems
The role of energy storage in hybrid solar and wind power systems is becoming increasingly important as the world moves towards a more sustainable future. As the demand for clean and renewable energy sources grows, so does the need for efficient and reliable energy storage solutions. Energy storage is essential for maximizing the utilization of … Continue reading Maximizing Renewable Energy Utilization through Energy Storage in Hybrid Solar and Wind Power Systems
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U.S. Grid-Scale Energy Storage Installations Record Second-Straight Quarterly Decrease
Across all segments of the industry, the U.S. energy storage market added 2,145 megawatt hours (MWh) in the first quarter of 2023, a 26% decrease from Q4 2022. The grid-scale segment installed 1,553 MWh in Q1 2023, recording the second-straight quarterly decline and falling 33% below first quarter 2022 installations, according to a new report … Continue reading U.S. Grid-Scale Energy Storage Installations Record Second-Straight Quarterly Decrease
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ACWA Power Signs Roadmap Agreement for 1GW Wind Energy and Battery Storage Project in Kazakhstan
ACWA Power, a leading Saudi developer, investor, and operator of power generation, water desalination and green hydrogen plants worldwide, announced the signing of the Roadmap Agreement with the Ministry of Energy of Kazakhstan and Samruk-Kazyna, Kazakhstan’s Investment Development Fund and sovereign wealth fund, for the 1GW wind energy and battery storage project within the Central … Continue reading ACWA Power Signs Roadmap Agreement for 1GW Wind Energy and Battery Storage Project in Kazakhstan
Continue reading2022 Marks Third-Highest Year for U.S. Utility-Scale Solar, Wind, and Storage Installations
Over 25 Gigawatts of New Clean Power Installed in 2022, but Hurdles Are Delaying Over 60 Gigawatts Through Q1 202311% growth in the now nearly 140 gigawatt (GW) development pipeline reflects promise of new federal policies, while historically low Q4 2022 and Q1 2023 installations demonstrate lingering headwindsTotal clean power installations declined in 2022 for … Continue reading 2022 Marks Third-Highest Year for U.S. Utility-Scale Solar, Wind, and Storage Installations
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Manufacturing plans for key clean energy technologies are expanding rapidly as investment momentum builds
ve scheme, these policies are transforming industrial policy geared toward clean energy technology. G7 governments have already recognised the importance of building resilient, secure and sustainable supply chains to accelerate the clean energy transition and reduce vulnerabilities associated with undue dependencies. There is much countries can do domestically to proactively address the risks posed to … Continue reading Manufacturing plans for key clean energy technologies are expanding rapidly as investment momentum builds
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