There are thousands of extraordinarily good pumped hydro storage sites around the world with an extraordinarily low investment cost. When combined with batteries, the resulting hybrid system has large energy storage, low cost for both energy and power, and fast response. Storage is a solved problem. In 2023, twice as much solar generation capacity was … Continue reading Energy storage, essential for photovoltaics and wind power, is a solved problem
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EU and UK to strengthen energy cooperation
In the first visit to Brussels by a British Prime Minister since Brexit Keir Starmer has agreed with EU Commission President von der Leyen that the two sides should strengthen cooperation in a number of areas including energy and climate. WindEurope CEO Giles Dickson said: “The agreement is good news for electricity consumers and Europe’s … Continue reading EU and UK to strengthen energy cooperation
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Nordex receives orders for 500 MW of wind power from Canada
At the end of September, the Nordex Group received orders from Canada for a total of 74 N163 wind turbines with a capacity of 500 MW. The orders also include a premium service for the maintenance of the wind turbines for between 15 and 30 years. Between 2025 and 2026, the Nordex Group will supply … Continue reading Nordex receives orders for 500 MW of wind power from Canada
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Photovoltaic and wind energy in the first week of October
In the first week of October, TTF gas futures prices for the Front?Month rose, reaching the highest settlement price since early December, above €40/MWh, on Friday, October 4. Rising gas prices, together with declining renewable energy production and rising demand in most markets, boosted prices in most European electricity markets. Photovoltaic energy reached production records … Continue reading Photovoltaic and wind energy in the first week of October
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Redirecting wind energy in India
Accelerating the wind power capacity deployment is a crucial element of India’s energy transition story. This report discusses the role of wind in India’s energy landscape in 2030 and beyond. It highlights key development in the wind sector and their implications for the sector’s growth. The report examines the complementarity of wind and solar in … Continue reading Redirecting wind energy in India
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Norway plans $3.3 billion floating wind subsidy cap
The Norwegian government proposed on Monday to offer up to 35 billion Norwegian crowns ($3.29 billion) in subsidies in the country’s first commercial floating wind power tender, in line with a preliminary plan outlined in June. “Norway has enormous potential for floating offshore wind on its continental shelf, but because the technology is still immature … Continue reading Norway plans $3.3 billion floating wind subsidy cap
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Top 6 Countries Using Wind Energy
Wind energy, a renewable and sustainable power source, harnesses the kinetic energy of the wind to generate electricity. Scientists and engineers devise wind turbines to capture and convert this natural force into usable energy. According to National Geographic, small wind turbines have the ability to generate sufficient power for a single household, producing approximately 100 … Continue reading Top 6 Countries Using Wind Energy
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Vestas secures 41 MW wind power order in Spain
Vestas is pleased to announce a significant order as part of its third quarter order book, marking another milestone in its global renewable energy portfolio. In this project, Vestas will supply wind turbines to Altano Energy for the Dama de Baza wind farm, located in Spain. The order consists of nine V163-4.5 MW wind turbines, … Continue reading Vestas secures 41 MW wind power order in Spain
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How deep can we take fixed-base offshore wind?
I loved the analysis published in Aegir Insights’ newsletter. The study shows what it would mean to build fixed-base wind farms at depths greater than current standards, which are around 60 meters deep. In fact, something very striking is that 40% of global floating wind developments are in depths below 100 meters. And I repeat, … Continue reading How deep can we take fixed-base offshore wind?
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RWE to realise 4 GW offshore wind projects off the German coast together with TotalEnergies
Partnership confirmed: TotalEnergies acquire a 50% equity stake in two wind power projects of 2 gigawatts capacity each. Investment decisions to be made by 2027 and 2028 respectively. Start of offshore construction in 2029 and 2030 and full commissioning planned for 2031 and 2032 respectively. RWE already operates six offshore wind farms off the German … Continue reading RWE to realise 4 GW offshore wind projects off the German coast together with TotalEnergies
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Cambodia to integrate wind power into national grid by 2026
Wind power is set to be connected to Cambodia’s national grid by 2026, adding a new clean energy source to diversify and strengthen the country’s energy supply, supporting the government’s goal of making electricity more affordable and sustainable, according to the Ministry of Mines and Energy. Speaking at a lecture on “Cambodia’s Energy Policy”, organised … Continue reading Cambodia to integrate wind power into national grid by 2026
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Wind power in South Africa gains momentum with 1.3 GW under construction
The wind energy industry is hoping to take centre stage in the country’s efforts towards a just energy transition with 1.3 gigawatts of wind projects currently in construction. Speaking at the conclusion of the Windaba 2024 conference on Thursday, South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) CEO Niveshen Govender said over the past decade, wind energy … Continue reading Wind power in South Africa gains momentum with 1.3 GW under construction
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Fujian’s wind power industry contributes to national green development
Fujian Province in east China has made steady advancements in wind power development, playing a significant role in the country’s efforts to reshape its energy structure. In Fuqing City, the Xinghua Bay offshore wind farm has 59 wind turbine units, with a total installed capacity of 357.4 megawatts. It has generated over 5.2 billion kilowatt-hours … Continue reading Fujian’s wind power industry contributes to national green development
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Brazil’s electricity supply to 2024 is expected to increase by 7.8 GW between photovoltaic and wind energy
In September, the National Electric Energy Agency (ANEEL) recorded an increase of 711.33 megawatts (MW) in the country’s installed electricity generation capacity, an advance that contributed to a growth of 7.8 gigawatts (GW) in the electricity matrix throughout 2024. From January to September, 219 plants came into operation, of which approximately 90% are wind and … Continue reading Brazil’s electricity supply to 2024 is expected to increase by 7.8 GW between photovoltaic and wind energy
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First offshore major corrective maintenance in a floating wind turbine
In recent times, we have learned about several major corrective maintenances (replacement of a main component) that have had to be carried out on some of the pioneering floating wind farms worldwide. This was the case with Hywind Scotland, which had to tow its 5 SWT-6.0-154s to port, and also with Kincardine, which had to … Continue reading First offshore major corrective maintenance in a floating wind turbine
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Spain approves 2.56 GW for 32 photovoltaic and hybrid wind and battery projects (BESS) in September
The Official State Gazette contains announcements for the month of September of 32 photovoltaic and hybrid wind and battery projects (BESS).Application for the declaration of public utility of the Maira Beta Group Photovoltaic Plant of 140.127 MW and its evacuation infrastructures, in the municipal terms of La Vid de Bureba, Berzosa de Bureba, Vileña, Grisaleña, … Continue reading Spain approves 2.56 GW for 32 photovoltaic and hybrid wind and battery projects (BESS) in September
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Sweden’s 100 GW Offshore Wind Power Ambition
Sweden, a northern European nation with coastlines along the North and Baltic Seas, is positioned to become a key player in offshore wind energy. The country prioritizes sourcing energy from renewable resources and aims to become a net-zero carbon economy by 2045. Its power sector targets 100% renewable electricity production by 2040. Currently, Sweden’s electricity … Continue reading Sweden’s 100 GW Offshore Wind Power Ambition
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Acciona Energía’s MacIntyre Wind Farm starts generating electricity
The initial 27 wind turbines of the MacIntyre Wind Farm in Queensland (Australia) have been connected to the grid, generating the project’s first renewable electricity. ACCIONA Energía has announced today that the initial 27 wind turbines of the MacIntyre Wind Farm in Queensland (Australia) have been connected to the grid, generating the project’s first renewable … Continue reading Acciona Energía’s MacIntyre Wind Farm starts generating electricity
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Spain authorised 10,060.8 MW of photovoltaic (PV) and 2,237.1 MW of wind energy in the third quarter
A total of 263 renewable energy projects, with an aggregate capacity of 12,299.5 MW, have obtained administrative authorisation throughout the third quarter of the year. This is stated in a report by the Foro Sella Renewable Energy Observatory, prepared by Opina 360, which for the first time collects data from both the Official State Gazette … Continue reading Spain authorised 10,060.8 MW of photovoltaic (PV) and 2,237.1 MW of wind energy in the third quarter
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RWE unveils first wind turbine blade for Sofia Offshore Wind Farm at Siemens Gamesa factory in Hull
Siemens Gamesa’s Hull factory is producing blades for 100 state-of-the-art 14 MW offshore wind turbines that will power RWE’s Sofia project. Sofia Offshore Wind Farm on target for completion towards end of 2026. Ceremony to unveil the first of the new blades was attended by RWE UK Country Chair Tom Glover, Darren Davidson, Vice President … Continue reading RWE unveils first wind turbine blade for Sofia Offshore Wind Farm at Siemens Gamesa factory in Hull
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