The time coincides with the moment of greatest energy demand and complements photovoltaic, which makes the scenario more positive for offshore wind power generation.Petrobras’ general manager of renewable generation, Daniel Faro, revealed that the detailed measurements of the winds that Petrobras has been carrying out at sea, showed a peak in generation between 4 and … Continue reading Petrobras measurements in the Northeast indicate a peak in offshore wind power generation between 4 and 6 p.m.
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Wind power surge provides nearly 10 million Taiwan households with electricity
Taiwan Power Company (Taipower) said Friday (Oct. 11) wind power output exceeded 2 GW this week, powering nearly 10 million homes. According to a press release, Taipower said wind power output exceeded 2 GW on Monday (Oct. 7) and maintained this level throughout Tuesday (Oct. 8). Wind power also performed well on National Day (Oct. … Continue reading Wind power surge provides nearly 10 million Taiwan households with electricity
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World’s largest floating offshore wind turbine rolls off production line in China
The world’s most powerful floating offshore wind turbine, with a generating capacity of 20 megawatts, has rolled off the production line in Yancheng City, east China’s Jiangsu Province, according to CRRC, the country’s leading train manufacturer. CRRC Co., Ltd. (CRRC). The wind turbine, independently developed by China, has a wind wheel with a diameter of … Continue reading World’s largest floating offshore wind turbine rolls off production line in China
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Equinor acquires a 9.8% minority stake in Ørsted
Equinor ASA has acquired 41,197,344 shares in Ørsted A/S (“Ørsted”), corresponding to 9.8% of the shares and votes in the company. The transaction establishes Equinor as the second largest shareholder in Ørsted, after the Danish State, which holds a controlling stake in the company. “Equinor has a long-term perspective and will be a supportive owner … Continue reading Equinor acquires a 9.8% minority stake in Ørsted
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China Rolls Off World’s Largest Floating Offshore Wind Turbine
The world’s most powerful floating offshore wind turbine, with a generating capacity of 20 megawatts, has rolled off the production line in Yancheng city, east China’s Jiangsu Province, according to the country’s leading train maker CRRC Corporation Limited (CRRC). The wind turbine, independently developed by China, features a wind wheel with a diameter of 260 … Continue reading China Rolls Off World’s Largest Floating Offshore Wind Turbine
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Tracking progress toward tripling renewable energy capacity and doubling energy efficiency by 2030
A key aspect of the text of the Outcome of the First Global Stocktake was the explicit recognition of the role of renewable energy in rapidly and drastically reducing global greenhouse gas emissions to align the world with a 1.5°C-compatible pathway. To this end, the text called on all Parties to the Convention to contribute … Continue reading Tracking progress toward tripling renewable energy capacity and doubling energy efficiency by 2030
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Electricity distributed by Iberdrola reaches all-time highs
Iberdrola’s distributed electricity has reached an all-time high, registering 177,943 GWh in the first nine months, an increase of 2.5% compared to the same period last year. The good performance in electricity distribution was driven by the recovery of electricity demand in all the markets where the company is present. To respond to this increase … Continue reading Electricity distributed by Iberdrola reaches all-time highs
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Iraq plans its first wind power project
Wind farm identified in Wasit province, consultations underway with developers.Iraq is planning to launch its first wind energy project in a bid to address its long-standing electricity shortages and diversify its energy sources. The Ministry of Electricity has chosen the Shihabi area in Wasit province, located in eastern Iraq, as the site for the project, … Continue reading Iraq plans its first wind power project
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Morocco inaugurates new wind farm near Essaouira
The National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE) recently inaugurated the 270 MW Jbel Lahdid wind farm in the province of Essaouira. This addition brings Morocco’s total renewable energy capacity to 5,440 MW, of which 2,400 MW is wind-generated, representing 45% of the country’s total production capacity. The project aligns with Morocco’s ambitious goal … Continue reading Morocco inaugurates new wind farm near Essaouira
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Global Goal of Tripling Renewables Needs USD 1.5 Trillion Investment Per Year
Official tracking report of UAE Consensus energy goals confirms significant gaps in progress towards tripling renewables and doubling energy efficiency by 2030; recommends priority actions and dramatic scale of investment for next round of NDCs. Despite an unprecedented acceleration in renewable energy deployment in 2023, progress falls short to triple renewables by 2030. Current national … Continue reading Global Goal of Tripling Renewables Needs USD 1.5 Trillion Investment Per Year
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Iberdrola, the largest electricity company in Europe and one of the two largest worldwide, has announced plans to more than double its UK investment plans
Through its ScottishPower business, Iberdrola has invested £30 billion in the UK over the last 15 years driven by the country’s clear and stable policies and its predictable regulatory frameworks. On top of this, after the Electricity North West (ENW) integration announced this summer, the UK has already become the Group’s largest investment destination to … Continue reading Iberdrola, the largest electricity company in Europe and one of the two largest worldwide, has announced plans to more than double its UK investment plans
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Chinese wind turbine manufacturers are already in Europe and WindEnergy Hamburg is proof
For those who don’t know, Wind Energy Hamburg is the largest wind industry fair in Europe. It is held biennially, and unlike WindEurope fairs, it is organized in a way that we might consider more “independent.” This makes it a more open fair, where manufacturers and suppliers from all over the world actively participate, including … Continue reading Chinese wind turbine manufacturers are already in Europe and WindEnergy Hamburg is proof
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KF Wind wins contract from KEPCO for 1,125 MW wind power project
KF Wind, a floating offshore wind project off the coast of Ulsan, South Korea, has secured a transmission service agreement (TSA) with Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO). This agreement enables the delivery of 1,125 MW of clean energy to Korea’s national grid. The TSA covers two phases of the project: the 375 MW East Blue … Continue reading KF Wind wins contract from KEPCO for 1,125 MW wind power project
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Suzlon & Jindal Renewables Ink 400 MW Captive Wind Power Deal
This marks the first wind energy project for the renewable energy division of the Jindal Group, India’s leading conglomerate. Suzlon Group is set to contribute to decarbonisation of the hard-to-abate sectors by harnessing the power of wind through a significant 400 MW order from JSP Green Wind 1 Pvt. Ltd. (SPV of Jindal Renewables Power … Continue reading Suzlon & Jindal Renewables Ink 400 MW Captive Wind Power Deal
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Vestas and Fortum reach agreement on arbitration related to wind energy projects in Russia
Vestas and Fortum are pleased to announce that the companies have reached an agreement on arbitration related to wind energy projects in Russia. The agreement entails both companies waiving past, present and future claims related to their traditional business activities in Russia. The terms of the agreement are otherwise confidential. With this agreement, Fortum and … Continue reading Vestas and Fortum reach agreement on arbitration related to wind energy projects in Russia
Continue readingChinese Sany installs 15 MW onshore wind turbine
A Chinese firm has installed what it calls the world’s largest onshore wind turbine. Sany Group, a multinational firm known for its heavy equipment manufacturing, announced on Oct. 9 that a 15 MW wind turbine has been commissioned at a plant in Tongyu, Jilin Province, China. Sany said the turbine is a prototype and will … Continue reading Chinese Sany installs 15 MW onshore wind turbine
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Cement Co-processing avoids up to 1 ton of CO2 emissions per ton processed
This is a joint report with: CEFIC UP/VE Sector Group, CEMBUREAU, Epoxy Europe, EuCIA, the European Alliance for SMC BMC, European Boating Industry, Glass Fibre Europe, Tech-Fab Europe, and WindEurope. Our nine industry associations have commissioned SGS INTRON to prepare a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) report exploring the environmental impacts of treating End-of-Life (EoL) composites … Continue reading Cement Co-processing avoids up to 1 ton of CO2 emissions per ton processed
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Nordex order intake grows to 5.1 GW wind power in the first nine months of 2024
In the first nine months of 2024, Nordex secured 5,083 MW of orders in the Projects segment (excluding the Services business), representing a growth of 4 percent compared to the previous year’s figure (9M/2023: 4,892 MW). Of this amount, 1,726 MW were registered in the third quarter of 2024 alone (Q3/2023: 2,251 MW). The average … Continue reading Nordex order intake grows to 5.1 GW wind power in the first nine months of 2024
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Massive global growth of renewables to 2030 is set to match entire power capacity of major economies today, moving world closer to tripling goal
With photovoltaic solar leading their rapid deployment, renewables are on course to meet almost half of global electricity demand by the end of this decade, new IEA report says Due to supportive policies and favourable economics, the world’s renewable power capacity is expected to surge over the rest of this decade, with global additions on … Continue reading Massive global growth of renewables to 2030 is set to match entire power capacity of major economies today, moving world closer to tripling goal
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The wind turbines for Celsia’s first wind farm in Colombia have arrived
The wind turbines for building Celsia’s Carreto wind farm, which will have a capacity of 9.9 megawatts of clean and renewable energy, have arrived in the municipality of Juan de Acosta, in the department of Atlántico.The transport of these 80-meter-long blades along the Caribbean roads required a significant prior logistical process to transport them from … Continue reading The wind turbines for Celsia’s first wind farm in Colombia have arrived
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