Category Archives: Wind Energy

ACP Statement on New Jersey Offshore Wind Solicitation Awards

The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from Anne Reynolds, ACP Vice President for Offshore Wind after the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities announced the procurement of 3,742 MW of offshore wind to Attentive Energy Two (1,342 MW) and Leading Light Wind (2,400 MW): “Governor Murphy’s leadership is positioning New Jersey … Continue reading ACP Statement on New Jersey Offshore Wind Solicitation Awards

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EDP Renovables launches a 297 MW wind farm in Alberta, Canada

EDP Renovables North America has begun commercial operations at the 297 MW Sharp Hills wind farm in the Canadian province of Alberta. Located in the Special Areas Township, near the villages of Sedalia and New Bridgen, the wind farm will operate under a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) with Canadian energy infrastructure company TC Energy … Continue reading EDP Renovables launches a 297 MW wind farm in Alberta, Canada

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Enercon installs 2.4 GW of wind turbines in 2023

German wind turbine manufacturer and installer Enercon GmbH installed 2,421 MW of wind power in 2023, a 28% increase over the previous year. With a total of 628 wind turbines, Enercon achieved its operational goals over the past year. In 2022 it completed 522 wind turbines with a combined capacity of 1,887 MW. The lower … Continue reading Enercon installs 2.4 GW of wind turbines in 2023

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TotalEnergies and European Energy expand collaboration to offshore wind energy

As part of its integrated development in electricity, TotalEnergies has signed a new agreement with European Energy to develop offshore wind farm projects in three Nordic countries: Denmark, Finland and Sweden. 405 MW of offshore wind power under development in Denmark The agreement entails the acquisition by TotalEnergies of an 85% equity stake in the … Continue reading TotalEnergies and European Energy expand collaboration to offshore wind energy

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Clean sources of generation are set to cover all of the world’s additional electricity demand over the next three years

Global electricity demand is expected to grow at a faster rate over the next three years as the clean energy transition gathers speed, with all the additional demand forecast to be covered by technologies that produce low-emissions electricity, according to a new report from the IEA.  Electricity 2024 is the latest edition of the IEA’s … Continue reading Clean sources of generation are set to cover all of the world’s additional electricity demand over the next three years

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Wind and solar photovoltaic energy will exceed 1 TW in the next two years

S&P Global Commodity Insights forecasts that wind and solar installations are set to exceed one terawatt (TW) within the next two years. In its recent report on the Top 10 Trends in Clean Energy Technology in 2024, S&P Global underlines the importance of adaptable power systems to manage the swift rise in renewable energy. Edurne … Continue reading Wind and solar photovoltaic energy will exceed 1 TW in the next two years

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Iberdrola will install storage batteries at the Andévalo photovoltaic plant

Iberdrola will install a new Battery Energy Storage System (SAEB) with a power of 25 MW and a capacity of 50 MWh in the Andévalo photovoltaic plant, the first built with the UNEF Certificate of Excellence. It is an innovative solution for the storage and integration of renewable energies in the system. The initiative will … Continue reading Iberdrola will install storage batteries at the Andévalo photovoltaic plant

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European electricity market prices change trend after starting the year on the rise

In the week of January 15, prices in the main European electricity markets decreased compared to the previous week. This represented a reversal of the upward trend registered in most markets over the last two weeks. Gas and CO2 prices continued the downward trend of recent weeks and wind energy production increased in general. In … Continue reading European electricity market prices change trend after starting the year on the rise

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This parking building is made using decommissioned wind turbines

In a new high-tech neighbourhood in Lund in Southern Sweden, turbine blades from a decommissioned wind farm will become a very visible part of the façade of an eco-friendly multistorey car park. Wind turbine blades are made to deliver electricity and withstand tough weather for decades. Much like when building an aeroplane, composite materials are … Continue reading This parking building is made using decommissioned wind turbines

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Europe sets course for cooperation on cross-border offshore wind energy grids

Today the European Network of Transmission System Operators for Electricity (ENTSO-E) published EU Offshore Network Development Plans (ONDPs). The ONDPs are the first comprehensive cross-border review of existing offshore grid capacity and future offshore grid requirements at sea basin level. They will help to accelerate the expansion of offshore wind and facilitate the deployment of … Continue reading Europe sets course for cooperation on cross-border offshore wind energy grids

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Iberdrola takes another step forward towards the commissioning of the Tâmega Hydroelectric Complex

Iberdrola has taken another step towards the commissioning of the Tâmega Hydroelectric Complex by successfully connecting to the grid one of the two turbines of the Alto Tâmega Hydroelectric Power Plant – the last of the Complex’s turbines to come on stream.  The Tâmega Hydroelectric Complex is made up of three power plants: the Alto … Continue reading Iberdrola takes another step forward towards the commissioning of the Tâmega Hydroelectric Complex

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ACP Launches New Event Focused on Energy Storage Sector

The American Clean Power Association (ACP) today announced the official launch of its new annual Energy Storage Summit — ACP RECHARGE. The summit will connect the nation’s leading storage manufacturers, renewable developers, policy makers, and thought leaders for discussions on technological advances, market conditions, and the policy frameworks required to sustain rapid growth in this … Continue reading ACP Launches New Event Focused on Energy Storage Sector

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Japan launches major offshore wind auctions

In a significant step towards the development of renewable energy, the Japanese government has launched a third round of auctions. The goal is to select developers for two new offshore wind energy areas in the northern region of Japan. Together, these areas have a combined capacity of 1.05 gigawatts (GW), marking a notable jump in … Continue reading Japan launches major offshore wind auctions

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China surpasses the European Union in research related to wind and solar energy

China has overtaken the European Union in research related to renewable energy technologies such as wind turbines and photovoltaics, according to a study by the EU, creating a challenge for its green technology ambitions.China led the number of peer-reviewed publications in areas such as solar and wind energy, as well as lithium batteries, heat pumps … Continue reading China surpasses the European Union in research related to wind and solar energy

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Eni enters floating offshore wind energy in Spain

Plenitude, controlled by Italian energy company Eni, has signed a strategic partnership with BlueFloat Energy and Sener Renewable Investments to accelerate the development of offshore wind projects in Spain. According to Plenitude, this collaboration strengthens the existing joint venture between BlueFloat Energy and Sener Renewable Investments. Together, they have a combined portfolio of approximately 1.25 … Continue reading Eni enters floating offshore wind energy in Spain

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Revolutionizing offshore wind energy with green hydrogen

The offshore wind industry will explode in the coming years, with a projected capacity of 500 gigawatts on water by 2050. However, the challenge remains: how can this vast amount of energy be efficiently transported and used? Enter Copenhagen Energy Islands, an innovative company that aims to address this problem through a network of 10 … Continue reading Revolutionizing offshore wind energy with green hydrogen

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Head of International Energy Agency considers China world champion in wind power and photovoltaic

China has emerged as a world champion in green energy, achieving a remarkable surge in renewable capacity and playing a pivotal role in global energy cooperation, said Fatih Birol, executive director of the International Energy Agency (IEA).  Global renewable energy capacity grew by 50 percent in 2023 to almost 510 gigawatts (GW), and is expected … Continue reading Head of International Energy Agency considers China world champion in wind power and photovoltaic

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EDP Renováveis starts the operation of the first hybrid wind power and solar photovoltaic project in Spain

The announcement confirms the pioneering role of EDP Renováveis ??in the development of new solutions to accelerate the energy transition. In 2023, the company had already started operations of hybrid parks in Portugal and Poland. EDP Renováveis (EDPR), a leading company in the global development of renewable energies, announced the entry into operation of the … Continue reading EDP Renováveis starts the operation of the first hybrid wind power and solar photovoltaic project in Spain

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China proposes first standards for recycling wind turbines to manage imminent surge of retired equipment

Proposed standards prioritise reuse and recycling of wind blades while banning landfilling and burning. By 2030, 35 million tonnes of waste from decommissioned wind and solar photovoltaic equipment will need to be recycled, recycling association says. China has issued its first set of proposed standards for recycling retired onshore wind turbines, laying the foundation for … Continue reading China proposes first standards for recycling wind turbines to manage imminent surge of retired equipment

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World’s most advanced battery energy storage system comes online, speeding Hawaii’s transition to 100% renewable energy

Plus Power™ announced it has begun operating its Kapolei Energy Storage facility on Oahu, Hawaii, the most advanced grid-scale battery energy storage system in the world, helping transition the state’s electric power from coal and oil to solar photovoltaic and wind power.  “This is a landmark milestone in the transition to clean energy,” said Brandon Keefe, Plus Power’s Executive … Continue reading World’s most advanced battery energy storage system comes online, speeding Hawaii’s transition to 100% renewable energy

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