On Friday 23 March WindEurope CEO Giles Dickson participated in the seminar ‘Recent development in offshore wind in Sweden and trends in Europe’ organised by Bird & Bird in Stockholm. The event explored the options outlined in a recently published study by the Swedish Energy Agency. The study looks at the feasibility of boosting further deployment … Continue reading Will Sweden increase its offshore wind energy volumes?
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When It Comes To Wind Energy, Beauty Is In The Eye Of The Beholder
Psychologists at the University of Texas asked students in a small class to rate the desirability of their peers. At the start of term, students tended to agree on who was attractive. But, when asked again three months later, their answers diverged. After getting to know their classmates, students gravitated toward people they may have … Continue reading When It Comes To Wind Energy, Beauty Is In The Eye Of The Beholder
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Operational excellence solutions from AWEA’s OMS conference
How would you answer the question, “How can the wind industry achieve O&M excellence?” AWEA and sponsor Uptake asked that question of industry leaders at the AWEA Wind Project O&M and Safety Conference in February. During a Leadership Forum on operational excellence held the day before the conference, participants were split into two groups – … Continue reading Operational excellence solutions from AWEA’s OMS conference
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A huge new record in the Southwest Power Pool
The Southwest Power Pool (SPP) just set a huge new wind penetration record: on March 16 a little over 60 percent of the system’s electricity came from wind power. That’s a big deal for a system that provides electricity to customers across 14 states. SPP serves many states right smack in the middle of the … Continue reading A huge new record in the Southwest Power Pool
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WINDPOWER 2018: Get ready!
WINDPOWER 2018 is the place where the industry comes together to plan for future challenges, to get business done and ultimately to keep this American success story growing. There is no better time to head to the windy city, a hub for businesses with a strong commitment to renewable energy. What’s new in 2018? Ted-style … Continue reading WINDPOWER 2018: Get ready!
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Exploring the potential for wind energy in the Baltic Sea
On Friday 16 March WindEurope spoke at the Baltic Integrid project event “A meshed offshore wind grid in the Baltic Sea: opportunities and obstacles in the policy, legal and regulatory framework.” The event took place at the Aalto University in Espoo, Finland. Participants included representatives of governments, TSOs, wind energy associations, research centres and consultancies. … Continue reading Exploring the potential for wind energy in the Baltic Sea
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There’s never been a better time to invest in wind power
Here’s a talking point that never gets old—American wind power is 67 percent cheaper than it was in 2009. That means in many parts of the country, wind is now the cheapest source of new electric generating capacity, and it’s cost-competitive in many more. These cost reductions come from a variety of new efficiencies. Technological … Continue reading There’s never been a better time to invest in wind power
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A new way for Fortune 500 companies to buy wind power
Good news blew in from Michigan late last week: General Motors and Switch signed up as the first customers to buy wind power through Consumers Energy’s new green tariff. The new Cross Winds Energy Park II in Tuscola County will supply enough wind energy to match demand at both General Motor’s Flint Metal Center and … Continue reading A new way for Fortune 500 companies to buy wind power
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WindEurope and European Energy Exchange hold Parliament discussion on EU electricity market reform
On 6 March WindEurope and the European Energy Exchange (EEX) co-organised a debate at the European Parliament on the ongoing reform of Europe’s electricity market design. There has been a great deal of discussion on the Electricity Regulation – particularly regarding the provision that requires Member States to ensure that 75% of their interconnection capacity … Continue reading WindEurope and European Energy Exchange hold Parliament discussion on EU electricity market reform
Continue readingThe Collegiate Wind Competition returns during WINDPOWER 2018
The bi-annual Collegiate Wind Competition, sponsored by the Department of Energy (DOE), is back. Students from across the country will head to WINDPOWER 2018 in Chicago this May to test their skills and engineering know-how. The potential designers of wind energy’s next big technological breakthrough will be in attendance, showcasing business plans, model wind turbines, … Continue reading The Collegiate Wind Competition returns during WINDPOWER 2018
Continue readingOffshore wind energy market to reach $11,334 thousand by 2023
The demand for renewable sources of energy is increasing, owing to less prevalence of environmental hazards and efficient outputs. Thus, increase in demand for efficient and cost-effective power generation techniques, such as offshore wind energy, poses lucrative opportunities for players in the global offshore wind energy market. According to a new report published by Allied … Continue reading Offshore wind energy market to reach $11,334 thousand by 2023
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AWEA statement on proposed steel tariffs
The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) issued the following statement in response to steel tariffs proposed by the Administration: “Steel tariffs will decrease competition and trade, ultimately making capital-intensive energy infrastructure projects more expensive by adding cost for U.S. manufacturers along the supply chain. If implemented, this trade policy would run counter to the Administration’s … Continue reading AWEA statement on proposed steel tariffs
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Costs fall in French onshore wind energy tender
Costs have fallen in the latest French onshore wind tender, according to the results released by the French Government. 22 projects totalling 508 MW have won the tender. They won on price alone. The weighted average winning price was €65 MW/h. This was lower than the current tariff for smaller projects (€72 MW/h) and the … Continue reading Costs fall in French onshore wind energy tender
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Wind energy and solar power could meet four-fifths of US electricity demand, study finds
The United States could reliably meet about 80 per cent of its electricity demand with solar and wind power generation, according to scientists at the University of California, Irvine (UCI); the California Institute of Technology; and the Carnegie Institution for Science. However, meeting 100 per cent of electricity demand with only solar and … Continue reading Wind energy and solar power could meet four-fifths of US electricity demand, study finds
Continue readingWhat Tucker Carlson got wrong about wind energy
Homegrown energy. Jobs growing nine times faster than the overall economy. Investment in farming and factory towns in need of new opportunities. Normally, these are ideas promoted by someone like Tucker Carlson. However, Tucker Carlson Tonight ran a segment about wind energy this weekend, and the coverage was inaccurate to say the least. Also missing … Continue reading What Tucker Carlson got wrong about wind energy
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WindEurope CEO addresses the economic benefits of deploying wind energy at EU Industry Day
On 23 February WindEurope CEO Giles Dickson spoke at the Clean Energy Industrial Forum (CEIF) session chaired by Director General for Energy Dominique Ristori in the context of the EU Industry Day. Giles Dickson stressed: “The wind industry supports 263,000 jobs in Europe and contributes €36bn to EU GDP including €8bn exports. Many communities benefit … Continue reading WindEurope CEO addresses the economic benefits of deploying wind energy at EU Industry Day
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South Africa’s wind energy industry hails Ramaphosa’s commitment
South Africa’s wind Industry the South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) has applauded the newly elected South African president Cyril Ramaphosa’s commitment to stabilise state owned enterprises. The Association also praised Minister Gigaba’s reiteration of the president’s sentiments in yesterday’s Budget Speech. “We applaud President Ramaphosa’s unequivocal commitment in the State of the Nation Address … Continue reading South Africa’s wind energy industry hails Ramaphosa’s commitment
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First 2018 onshore wind energy auction in Germany
Germany’s Federal Network Agency (Bundesnetzagentur) announced the winners of the first onshore wind auction for 2018. 83 projects with a total capacity of 709 MW were awarded a contract. 132 projects with a total capacity of 989 MW participated in the auction. The prices of successful bids ranged from €38/MWh to €52.80/MWh. The average was … Continue reading First 2018 onshore wind energy auction in Germany
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#iheartwind 2018: It’s a wrap
Thank you to everyone who told us why they love wind power last week! In just five short days, over 700 Americans used the #iheartwind hashtag to share why they support homegrown wind energy. We heard about clean air, jobs, economic development, hope for the future, and environmental protections, among many other reasons. Greg Alvarez
Continue readingEU doubling renewables by 2030 positive for economy
The European Union (EU) can increase the share of renewable energy in its energy mix to 34 per cent by 2030 – double the share in 2016 – with a net positive economic impact, finds a report by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), launched in Brussels. Presenting the findings during a launch event, ‘Renewable … Continue reading EU doubling renewables by 2030 positive for economy
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