Wind farm to be located off the coast of the cities of Murakami and Tainai, Niigata Prefecture Partnership represents a strong combination of long-term expertise in offshore wind and knowledge of the local market.RWE Offshore Wind Japan Murakami-Tainai K.K. has been selected in a consortium together with Mitsui & Co., Ltd. (“Mitsui”) and Osaka Gas … Continue reading RWE secures 684-megawatt project together with Mitsui and Osaka Gas in Japanese offshore wind energy auction
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MingYang produces first 18 MW offshore wind nacelle
Chinese wind turbine manufacturer MingYang Smart Energy has successfully produced its first 18 MW offshore wind turbine nacelle. The nacelle, which houses important components such as the gearbox, generator and control systems, is an integral part of offshore wind turbines. With this achievement, MingYang has joined a small group of companies capable of producing these … Continue reading MingYang produces first 18 MW offshore wind nacelle
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CIP and Ignitis Renewables wins Estonia’s first offshore wind energy tender
CIP and Ignitis Renewables wins Estonia’s first offshore wind energy tenderInternational green energy company Ignitis Renewables and Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) through its Growth Markets Fund II are the winners of the auction-based competitive tender for development of an offshore wind farm in the Liivi 2 sea area in Estonia, having placed the highest bid … Continue reading CIP and Ignitis Renewables wins Estonia’s first offshore wind energy tender
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ACP Statement on Proposed Central Atlantic Lease Sale and Sunrise Wind Project Moving Forward
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from ACP Chief Policy Officer Frank Macchiarola after the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) announced the Proposed Sale Notice for two Wind Energy Areas in the Central Atlantic and completed the Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) for the Sunrise Wind project. “We are pleased … Continue reading ACP Statement on Proposed Central Atlantic Lease Sale and Sunrise Wind Project Moving Forward
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RWE Continues Offshore Wind Power Success in the U.S.: Awarded 1.3 GW Offtake Wind Farm in
RWE’s joint venture in the New York Bight, Community Offshore Wind, successful in NYSERDA’s third offshore wind solicitation with a provisional offtake award of 1.3 GW for new offshore wind capacity to power at least 500,000 U.S. households.The first phase of Community Offshore Wind will generate $3.3 billion USD in economic benefits for New York … Continue reading RWE Continues Offshore Wind Power Success in the U.S.: Awarded 1.3 GW Offtake Wind Farm in
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Van Oord prepares for next-generation offshore wind components
Van Oord, a leading Dutch marine contractor, is preparing its offshore installation vessel, Svanen, for the next generation of wind turbine components for offshore wind. As demand for clean energy continues to rise, offshore wind farms are becoming increasingly popular. Van Oord recognizes the need to improve infrastructure and technology to support the sector and … Continue reading Van Oord prepares for next-generation offshore wind components
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Dark money tied to fossil fuels helped stop offshore wind energy in the US Great Lakes
Dark money, that is, financial contributions from undisclosed sources, has been found to play a major role in obstructing the development of offshore wind energy projects in the Great Lakes region of the United States. The influence of fossil fuel-backed organizations and their secret financial support has prevented the expansion of clean energy initiatives in … Continue reading Dark money tied to fossil fuels helped stop offshore wind energy in the US Great Lakes
Continue readingUS sends first commercial offshore wind power to its grid
The United States has achieved a major milestone in renewable energy as the first commercial offshore wind farm began supplying power to the grid. The project, located off the coast of Rhode Island, marks a critical step towards the country’s goals of increasing clean energy production and reducing carbon emissions. The successful integration of offshore … Continue reading US sends first commercial offshore wind power to its grid
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Cost of insuring offshore wind power ‘doubled’ amid heavy losses: leading broker
The cost of insuring offshore wind farms has reportedly doubled due to heavy losses experienced by insurers in recent years. According to a leading broker, increasing storm damage and engineering deficiencies have driven up insurance premiums for offshore wind projects. Insurers have faced significant losses as a result of wind turbine failures caused by extreme … Continue reading Cost of insuring offshore wind power ‘doubled’ amid heavy losses: leading broker
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Floating Offshore Wind Turbines Keep Getting Weirder
As the demand for renewable energy sources continues to grow, engineers and scientists are pushing the boundaries of innovation with floating offshore wind turbines. These unconventional structures are revolutionizing the way we harness wind power, paving the way for a greener and more sustainable future. Floating offshore wind turbines are a type of wind turbine … Continue reading Floating Offshore Wind Turbines Keep Getting Weirder
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Offshore wind power capacity surges in China
China has witnessed a remarkable surge in the development of offshore wind power so far this year, industry experts said, as the construction of such projects accelerates across the nation. As of September, the cumulative installed capacity of offshore wind power in China reached 31.89 million kilowatts, constituting nearly half of the world’s total offshore … Continue reading Offshore wind power capacity surges in China
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GOWA’s Ambitious Offshore Wind Energy Target Can Contribute to the Tripling Renewables Target by 2030
At COP28, global leaders committed to tripling renewable power capacity by 2030, following the recommendations of IRENA’s flagship report World Energy Transitions Outlook 2023. Amongst renewable energy sources, offshore wind plays a significant role in accelerating the energy transition and achieving the tripling target. According to the report, the world must install nearly 500 gigawatts … Continue reading GOWA’s Ambitious Offshore Wind Energy Target Can Contribute to the Tripling Renewables Target by 2030
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DNV contracted by Ørsted and PGE to certify Baltica 2 offshore wind farm in Poland
DNV has been contracted by Ørsted and PGE to certify Baltica 2 offshore wind farm in Poland. The project, located in the Polish part of the Baltic Sea, is set to contribute significantly to Poland’s green energy transition, accelerate the development of the local supply chain and spur economic activity for many years to come. … Continue reading DNV contracted by Ørsted and PGE to certify Baltica 2 offshore wind farm in Poland
Continue readingInvenergy buys 3.6 GW New Jersey offshore wind power from Blackstone
Invenergy, a leading privately-held global developer and operator of sustainable energy solutions, has acquired a 3.6GW offshore wind power line project in New Jersey from Blackstone, a leading private equity firm. The project aims to strengthen New Jersey’s renewable energy infrastructure and accelerate the state’s transition to clean energy sources. Article: Invenergy has announced its … Continue reading Invenergy buys 3.6 GW New Jersey offshore wind power from Blackstone
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Avangrid Completes Installation of First Five Wind Turbines, Prepares to Deliver First Power from Nation-Leading Vineyard Wind 1 Project
Avangrid Completes Installation of First Five Turbines, Prepares to Deliver First Power from Nation-Leading Vineyard Wind 1 Project Developer working toward first delivery of clean energy to 30,000 homes and businesses from first large-scale offshore wind farm in the United StatesOnce fully operational, Vineyard Wind 1 will deliver 806 Megawatts, enough to power 400,000 homes … Continue reading Avangrid Completes Installation of First Five Wind Turbines, Prepares to Deliver First Power from Nation-Leading Vineyard Wind 1 Project
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South Fork begins sending wind power to the LIPA grid
South Fork begins sending wind power to the LIPA gridThe South Fork Wind Farm, located off the coast of Long Island, has begun sending power to the Long Island Power Authority (LIPA) grid. This milestone marks an important step forward for wind energy in the region. The 15-wind turbines wind farm, developed by Ørsted in … Continue reading South Fork begins sending wind power to the LIPA grid
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California, the EU Commission, Panama and Brazil join the Global Offshore Wind Alliance launched by Denmark, GWEC and IRENA
The Global Offshore Wind Alliance (GOWA) has welcomed Brazil, California, the EU Commission and Panama into its membership at a ceremony at COP28 in Dubai. The expansion adds 65 GW of declared target capacity to the Alliance, and positions it to play a crucial role in the expansion of offshore wind. The Global Offshore Wind … Continue reading California, the EU Commission, Panama and Brazil join the Global Offshore Wind Alliance launched by Denmark, GWEC and IRENA
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Iberdrola joins forces with Masdar to co-invest 15 billion in offshore wind and green hydrogen in Germany, the United Kingdom and the United States
Today (5th December) at COP28 in Dubai, global green energy giants Iberdrola and Masdar announced a €15 billion strategic partnership agreement to evaluate the joint development of offshore wind and green hydrogen projects in key markets including Germany, UK and the USA. After the parties’ successful co-investment in Baltic Eagle, in Germany, the new milestone … Continue reading Iberdrola joins forces with Masdar to co-invest 15 billion in offshore wind and green hydrogen in Germany, the United Kingdom and the United States
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Launch of Global Offshore Wind Accelerator as a Flagship Initiative of $250+ Million Fund for Sustainable Oceans
Launched at COP28, Ocean Energy Pathway (OEP) is a new global non-profit that accelerates the global clean energy transition by unlocking the tremendous potential of offshore wind power. Ocean Energy Pathway (OEP) is a flagship initiative supported by the newly announced Ocean Resilience and Climate Alliance (ORCA), a $250 million+ USD funder collaborative focused on … Continue reading Launch of Global Offshore Wind Accelerator as a Flagship Initiative of $250+ Million Fund for Sustainable Oceans
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Vattenfall and BASF to partner on German offshore wind power plants Nordlicht 1 and 2
Vattenfall and BASF are in advanced and exclusive discussions to partner on the Nordlicht 1 and 2 projects through a sale of 49 percent of the project shares to BASF. Both parties signed a Memorandum of Understanding to formally express their joint ambition. Vattenfall will use its share of the fossil free electricity to supply … Continue reading Vattenfall and BASF to partner on German offshore wind power plants Nordlicht 1 and 2
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