China’s wind power installed capacity sees expansion amid green transition push. China’s installed capacity of wind power has continued to grow as the country accelerates its push for a green transition, official data showed Friday. Wind power installed capacity in the country reached 490 GW at the end of November, rising 19.2% year on year, … Continue reading China’s wind power installed capacity reached 490 GW
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Iberdrola working with Norfolk for its East Anglia Two offshore wind farm
The pre-assembly and load-out of the wind turbines for ScottishPower Renewables £4 billion East Anglia TWO offshore wind farm is set to be carried out on the project’s doorstep after the green energy company selected Peel Ports Great Yarmouth as its port of choice for the pre-assembly works. The companies have signed a reservation agreement … Continue reading Iberdrola working with Norfolk for its East Anglia Two offshore wind farm
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GE Vernova supplies wind turbine for R&D in Colorado
GE Vernova announces that its Advanced Research Center (ARC) has supplied a 3.4 MW-140 m wind turbine to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) as part of a research project funded by the Department of Energy (DOE). This strategic partnership aims to develop key technologies such as advanced sensors, direct DC coupling and battery storage … Continue reading GE Vernova supplies wind turbine for R&D in Colorado
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One year since the European Wind Charter: lots achieved, lots more to do
Today marks the first anniversary of the EU Wind Charter. The Charter committed 26 EU Governments, the EU Commission, and the European wind industry to implement the 15 measures set out in the European Wind Power Package to strengthen Europe’s wind industry. In her 2023 State of the European Union speech, Ursula von der Leyen … Continue reading One year since the European Wind Charter: lots achieved, lots more to do
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OX2 acquires Bursjöliden wind farm in northern Sweden
OX2 has acquired Bursjöliden wind farm from RWE. The project Bursjöliden is located in Örnsköldsvik municipality, in the North of Sweden. The project is planned to be integrated into OX2’s portfolio for long-term ownership. The Bursjöliden wind farm is located in the North of Sweden in price area SE2. The project is planned to include … Continue reading OX2 acquires Bursjöliden wind farm in northern Sweden
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NATO determined to protect critical undersea energy infrastructure
Europe wants to build lots more renewables to strengthen its energy security and industrial competitiveness. The geopolitical situation poses new questions around the security of these assets. At its Annual Roundtable on Energy Security NATO confirmed its determination to protect critical energy infrastructure. The war in Ukraine has radically changed the threat landscape across Europe, … Continue reading NATO determined to protect critical undersea energy infrastructure
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Renewable energies generate 56% of the Spanish electricity mix in 2024
Their production rises by almost 11% in a record year, twice over: it records the highest renewable production and its highest share since records began. Solar photovoltaics overtakes the combined cycle and is in third place in the mix for the first time in a year once again led by wind power, with 23%. Forecasts … Continue reading Renewable energies generate 56% of the Spanish electricity mix in 2024
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Inflation Reduction Act Delivers Massive Economic Boost and 4X Return on Investment
A new independent study reveals that the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) will deliver substantial economic benefits for the United States, notably growing the economy by $1.9 trillion over the next ten years. The benefits extend across the energy sector, positively impacting renewable resources, oil, gas, hydrogen, nuclear energy, and battery storage systems as well as … Continue reading Inflation Reduction Act Delivers Massive Economic Boost and 4X Return on Investment
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Vestas secures 224 MW order for two wind power projects in Sweden with 35 wind turbines
Vestas has received a 224 MW order from Vinliden Vindkraft AB for the 70 MW Vinliden and 154 MW Fjällberg projects in Sweden. The projects are a joint venture of funds managed by Prime Capital AG and Polhem Infra, a leading investor in renewable energy and infrastructure in the Nordic countries. Sweden is a leader … Continue reading Vestas secures 224 MW order for two wind power projects in Sweden with 35 wind turbines
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Spain increases greenhouse gas emissions by 1%
Greenhouse gas emissions rose by 1% in Spain this year compared to 2023 and were at the third lowest point in the historical series, which begins in 1990. This is set out in a report prepared by the Sustainability Observatory (OS) and prepared by the economist and climate change expert José Santamarta, as lead author, … Continue reading Spain increases greenhouse gas emissions by 1%
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RWE reaches 10 gigawatts in wind power and photovoltaic in the US
RWE, a leading global energy company, has reached a significant growth milestone in the U.S. after hitting 10 gigawatts (GW) of installed generation capacity of onshore wind, solar and energy storage facilities in operation from coast to coast. The company owns and operates a diverse portfolio of more than 170 facilities in 24 U.S. states, … Continue reading RWE reaches 10 gigawatts in wind power and photovoltaic in the US
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Vestas secures 217 MW order for onshore wind and 35 wind turbines in the UK
Vestas has secured a 217 MW order from SSE Generation Limited for the Strathy South wind energy project in Scotland, UK. Vestas will deliver 35 V162-6.2 MW wind turbines and the order includes supply, delivery, installation and commissioning of the turbines. This order marks the first deployment of V162-6.2 MW turbines in the UK. Upon … Continue reading Vestas secures 217 MW order for onshore wind and 35 wind turbines in the UK
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India to mandate energy storage for photovoltaic, wind power projects
India’s Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) may soon introduce new policies which will mandate the inclusion of battery storage in new solar and wind projects. Speaking at the 21st edition of the Global MSME Business Summit organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), MNRE Secretary Prashant Kumar Singh said that the government is … Continue reading India to mandate energy storage for photovoltaic, wind power projects
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Wind power alerts about the insufficient pace of installation to meet 2030 objectives in Spain
The Wind Energy Association (AEE) presents once again the results of the Macroeconomic Study of the Impact of the Wind Sector in Spain, prepared in collaboration with Deloitte. This report underlines the key role of wind energy as an economic driver and highlights the indicators that characterise wind power as a backbone technology for the … Continue reading Wind power alerts about the insufficient pace of installation to meet 2030 objectives in Spain
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RWE and TotalEnergies select Den Helder as operations and maintenance base for OranjeWind offshore wind project
RWE and TotalEnergies have selected the port of Den Helder in the Dutch province of North Holland as the home base for OranjeWind, their joint offshore wind project in the North Sea. Blue Port Centre, the former fish auction building, will serve as the onshore hub for the operation and maintenance teams of the wind … Continue reading RWE and TotalEnergies select Den Helder as operations and maintenance base for OranjeWind offshore wind project
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Why offshore wind power is critical for America
Rob Langford, Vice President of Global Offshore Renewables at the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), discusses the growth opportunities for the United States as the nation generates power from offshore wind for the first time. He explains how greater industry collaboration, the upskilling of energy workers, and the repurposing of legacy assets can lower the … Continue reading Why offshore wind power is critical for America
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Photovoltaic and wind energy in the first week of December
December starts with the highest prices of the year for TTF gas and some European electricity markets. In the first week of December, weekly prices in most major European electricity markets continued to exceed €100/MWh. During weekdays, prices were higher than in the previous week, with France, Italy and Belgium reaching their highest values of … Continue reading Photovoltaic and wind energy in the first week of December
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Law in approval endangers the future development of wind power and hydroelectric in Galicia
The associations signing this statement express our disagreement with the measures proposed by the Xunta de Galicia, as they immediately affect the regional renewable sector and in the medium term the entire electricity sector. Measures such as those proposed will inevitably result in an increase in uncertainty and litigation in the sector and, ultimately, a … Continue reading Law in approval endangers the future development of wind power and hydroelectric in Galicia
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China maintains high utilization rates of wind power and photovoltaic
China has maintained high utilization rates of wind and solar power, official data showed Sunday, suggesting the world’s renewables powerhouse has ensured both speed and quality in its green drive. The utilization rates of wind and solar power remained above 95 percent this year, according to data of the National Energy Administration. By the end … Continue reading China maintains high utilization rates of wind power and photovoltaic
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Nordex receives first order from Alterric for N175/6.X wind turbines in Greece for 56 MW of wind power
Alterric, an independent producer in the renewable energy sector and one of the largest producers of onshore green electricity in Central Europe, has placed an order with the Nordex Group for the supply and installation of nine N175/6.X wind turbines for a wind farm in Greece. The contract also includes a premium service contract for … Continue reading Nordex receives first order from Alterric for N175/6.X wind turbines in Greece for 56 MW of wind power
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