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Nordex scores high in Germany wind power by 2023 in orders and auction rounds

The German market developed very successfully for Nordex in 2023 in terms of wind turbine order intake and the results of the onshore wind auction rounds. It is increasingly clear that government measures to accelerate the expansion of onshore wind energy are beginning to have a positive impact and that Nordex has the wind turbine … Continue reading Nordex scores high in Germany wind power by 2023 in orders and auction rounds

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China promotes expansion of wind and photovoltaic capacity: IEA

China had a key role to play in the world’s rapid expansion of renewable power generation capacity last year, the International Energy Agency said.It more than doubled solar photovoltaic capacity last year, and wind power capacity rose by 66 per cent YoY. Almost half of China’s electricity generation will come from renewable sources by 2028, … Continue reading China promotes expansion of wind and photovoltaic capacity: IEA

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South Africa’s big plan to end load shedding is seriously flawed

South Africa experienced unprecedented electricity shortages in 2023 as ageing coal plants became increasingly prone to breakdowns. The country urgently needs to develop new electricity generation facilities and reduce reliance on coal power. In the first week of 2024, the South African energy minister, Gwede Mantashe, released a proposed roadmap for the future of electricity in South … Continue reading South Africa’s big plan to end load shedding is seriously flawed

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Nuclear energy remains far behind photovoltaics and wind in China

Once again, China’s nuclear program barely added any capacity, only 1.2 GW, while wind and solar between them added about 278 GW. Even with the capacity factor difference, the nuclear additions only mean about 7 TWh of new low carbon generation per year, while wind and solar between them will contributed about 427 TWh annually, … Continue reading Nuclear energy remains far behind photovoltaics and wind in China

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Wind power in Argentina, the wind turbines of the new YPF Luz wind farm arrive

The components of the wind turbines of the new YPF Luz wind farm, the fourth of the national company, began to arrive in the Córdoba town of General Levalle. Transport will be carried out until mid-May, with new arrivals each week, using large specialized trucks traveling at reduced speed. This logistics does not involve road … Continue reading Wind power in Argentina, the wind turbines of the new YPF Luz wind farm arrive

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Siemens Gamesa will test the “most powerful wind turbine in the world” in Denmark

Siemens Gamesa will install and test what has been described by the European Union (EU) as the “world’s most powerful offshore wind turbine prototype” at the Østerild National Test Center in Denmark, before later launching full-scale production. scale of its “next generation” of wind turbines for offshore wind. The wind turbine maker did not reveal … Continue reading Siemens Gamesa will test the “most powerful wind turbine in the world” in Denmark

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The EU built a record 17 GW of new wind energy in 2023 – wind now 19% of electricity production

The EU built 17 GW of new wind energy in 2023, slightly up on 2022 – and more than ever in a single year in fact. But it’s not enough to reach the EU’s 2030 targets. The EU should be building 30 GW of new wind every year between now and 2030. The actions set … Continue reading The EU built a record 17 GW of new wind energy in 2023 – wind now 19% of electricity production

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Wind curtailment: An opportunity for battery energy storage?

The UK continues to scale up its renewable generation capacity, with the technology hitting various key milestones of late. For instance, the end of 2023 saw wind generation achieve a new national record with 21.8GW generated between 8:00 and 8:30 on the 21 December. As such, wind energy managed to secure a 56% stake in … Continue reading Wind curtailment: An opportunity for battery energy storage?

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CIP takes final investment decision and commences construction of 300 MW onshore wind farm in India

Onshore wind project Hatalageri in the State of Karnataka, India, is the first project from CIP’s partnership with Viviid Renewables to reach final investment decision. Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) through its Growth Markets Fund I (CI GMF I) has taken final investment decision on a 300 MW onshore wind project in India together with Viviid … Continue reading CIP takes final investment decision and commences construction of 300 MW onshore wind farm in India

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Nordex receives orders for 122 MW of wind power from Denker & Wulf AG in Germany

At the end of 2023, Denker & Wulf, one of Germany’s leading onshore wind farm developers, placed orders with Nordex to supply and install 20 wind turbines for three projects in northern Germany. The orders also include Premium Service contracts for the maintenance of the turbines for a period of 15 years. In Schleswig-Holstein, the … Continue reading Nordex receives orders for 122 MW of wind power from Denker & Wulf AG in Germany

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Massive expansion of renewable power opens door to achieving global tripling goal set at COP28

World added 50% more renewable capacity in 2023 than in 2022 and next 5 years will see fastest growth yet, but lack of financing for emerging and developing economies is key issue Renewables 2023 Explore report Read the report At the COP28 climate change conference in Dubai, more than 130 national governments including the European … Continue reading Massive expansion of renewable power opens door to achieving global tripling goal set at COP28

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Vestas plans to establish a second wind turbine factory in Poland to meet the growing demand for offshore wind energy in Europe

Vestas wants to become a leader in offshore wind energy, supporting the construction of offshore wind farms in Europe, and announced a new blade factory in Szczecin, Poland. The factory is planned to produce blades for Vestas’ flagship offshore wind turbine, the V236-15.0 MW, and is expected to begin operation in 2026, creating more than … Continue reading Vestas plans to establish a second wind turbine factory in Poland to meet the growing demand for offshore wind energy in Europe

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China inaugurates 6,000 megawatt of wind power, photovoltaic and battery in one plant

the inauguration of a mega power plant that combines lithium batteries, photovoltaics and wind. Located in Shanxi province, the plant represents an investment of 55 billion yuan (about $7.7 billion) and is a milestone in the country’s transition towards more sustainable energy sources.The megaplant, run by state-owned company Jinneng, is designed to generate 6 gigawatts … Continue reading China inaugurates 6,000 megawatt of wind power, photovoltaic and battery in one plant

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Egypt’s NREA, ACWA Power-led alliance pen $1.5bln wind energy project

Egypt’s New and Renewable Energy Authority (NREA) and a consortium led by ACWA Power have signed a usufruct agreement for a 1.1-gigawatt wind energy production project in the Gulf of Suez and Gabal El-Zeit regions, with $1.5 billion in investments, the Egyptian cabinet stated on January 10th. Photo used for illustrative purpose only. Wind turbines, … Continue reading Egypt’s NREA, ACWA Power-led alliance pen $1.5bln wind energy project

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Nordex receives orders for 197 MW from UKA in Germany

In December 2023, the Nordex Group received orders for 197,1 MW from wind and solar park developer UKA. For a total of seven wind energy projects, the Group will supply 32 wind turbines of the Delta4000 series to various regions across Germany, including Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Saxony-Anhalt, Schleswig-Holstein and North Rhine-Westphalia. Following the successive commissioning of … Continue reading Nordex receives orders for 197 MW from UKA in Germany

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80 gigawatts of photovoltaic solar power will come online over the next two years, increasing U.S. solar generating capacity by 84%

EIA expects two years of significant growth in solar electric generation in the United States. The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) expects solar electric generation will account for 7% of total U.S. electricity generation in 2025, up from 4% in 2023, according to its January Short-Term Energy Outlook (STEO). Developers have reported that almost 80 … Continue reading 80 gigawatts of photovoltaic solar power will come online over the next two years, increasing U.S. solar generating capacity by 84%

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RWE further expands renewables portfolio in Poland: 20th onshore wind farm starts operation

The onshore team has done a good job: All 16 wind turbines at the ?nin wind farm in Poland have been erected and the rotor blades are turning. In just 17 months, RWE has successfully connected its 20th onshore wind farm to the grid. The wind farm is located in Kujawsko-Pomorskie, about 260 kilometres east … Continue reading RWE further expands renewables portfolio in Poland: 20th onshore wind farm starts operation

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European electricity market prices start 2024 up, pushed by demand, while wind energy causes declines in the south

In the first week of 2024, increased demand drove prices higher in most European electricity markets. However, in Spain, Portugal and Italy, prices decreased due to a significant increase in wind energy production. On January 2, France reached a daily wind energy production record of 402 GWh. On that day, Front?Month futures of TTF gas in … Continue reading European electricity market prices start 2024 up, pushed by demand, while wind energy causes declines in the south

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GE Vernova announces 2.4 GW wind turbine order for Pattern Energy’s SunZia wind project

Expected to be the largest wind power project in US history, powered by GE’s next generation workhorse turbine 3.6-154.Record order for GE wind with 674 wind turbines, providing 2.4 GW of power generation, bringing GE Vernova installed base with Pattern Energy to 4.3 GW. Reinforces GE Vernova’s commitment to revitalize and enhance American manufacturing – … Continue reading GE Vernova announces 2.4 GW wind turbine order for Pattern Energy’s SunZia wind project

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Nordex receives orders from the United Kingdom for 150 megawatts of wind power

In December 2023, the Nordex Group received three orders from Scotland for a total of around 150 MW. The company will supply and install seven N149/5.X wind turbines for one wind farm and another seven of the same type of wind turbine along with two N133/4.8 wind turbines will be used for a second 50 … Continue reading Nordex receives orders from the United Kingdom for 150 megawatts of wind power

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