The Egyptian New and Renewable Energy Authority published a report on its official website showing statistics on the private sector’s participation in implementing electricity generation projects from photovoltaic and wind energy with a total capacity of 18,550 megawatts by the year 2030. The report indicates that new wind energy power plants are scheduled to be … Continue reading 18,550 MW of photovoltaic and wind energy to be added to Egypt’s grid by 2030
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RWE and TotalEnergies choose Eemshaven as turbine assembly and construction base for joint Dutch offshore wind project OranjeWind
Back to previous page RWE Offshore Wind GmbH RWE and TotalEnergies choose Eemshaven as turbine assembly and construction base for joint Dutch offshore wind project OranjeWind Essen/Geertruidenberg, 10 December 2024 RWE and TotalEnergies have selected the port of Eemshaven in the northern Dutch province of Groningen as the base for turbine assembly and construction work … Continue reading RWE and TotalEnergies choose Eemshaven as turbine assembly and construction base for joint Dutch offshore wind project OranjeWind
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UK low-carbon renewable power set to overtake fossil fuels for first time
2024 is set to be the first full year where UK low-carbon renewables generate more electricity than fossil fuels, with wind power close to becoming the single largest source of UK power for the first time. This report reviews power generation statistics for the UK across 2024. It is based on 11 months (Jan-Nov 2024) … Continue reading UK low-carbon renewable power set to overtake fossil fuels for first time
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Data and images of Siemens Gamesa’s 21 MW offshore wind turbine
The 21 MW Siemens Gamesa offshore prototype has been an open secret for months. In fact, back in April, in issue #77, we reviewed all the public information available about this prototype, on which SGRE has not yet made a single public announcement or statement. Rumors about this turbine began circulating thanks to documentation published … Continue reading Data and images of Siemens Gamesa’s 21 MW offshore wind turbine
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Iberdrola gets the green light to install the largest wind farm in Portugal
Iberdrola has obtained the production license from the Portuguese Directorate General of Energy and Geology (DGEG), which is another step towards the construction of the largest wind farm in Portugal. This project, located in the districts of Vila Real and Braga, in northern Portugal, and with a total investment of close to 350 million euros, … Continue reading Iberdrola gets the green light to install the largest wind farm in Portugal
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Goldwind completes installation of wind turbines at Lomas de Taltal wind farm in Chile
Chinese wind energy companies continue their expansion into new markets such as Chile and Brazil.Goldwind announced the completion of the installation of 57 wind turbines of 165 GW and 6.0 MW at the Lomas de Taltal wind farm in Chile’s Atacama Desert. The 342 MW wind project, located in the Antofagasta region, is the first … Continue reading Goldwind completes installation of wind turbines at Lomas de Taltal wind farm in Chile
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China expands investments in wind, hydropower and photovoltaic (PV) energy amid global economic slowdown
In response to the global economic slowdown, China has stepped up its investments in green energy, with a new focus on solar PV, wind and hydropower developments. On December 6, 2024, the Chinese government announced that it would allocate an additional $30 billion to renewable energy projects over the next five years, as part of … Continue reading China expands investments in wind, hydropower and photovoltaic (PV) energy amid global economic slowdown
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MIT Study Finds Detailed Data Can Optimize Solar and Wind Farm Locations for Greater Efficiency
While building a new solar or wind farm may seem like a decision resting solely in the hands of developers and utilities, it turns out that regional planning with a specific set of data can dramatically change the efficiency and economic viability of renewable energy operations. According to a new study published in Cell Reports … Continue reading MIT Study Finds Detailed Data Can Optimize Solar and Wind Farm Locations for Greater Efficiency
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The challenges of renewable energy in Colombia
For two years, the government and various associations in the energy sector have been warning that Colombia could suffer from energy shortages starting in 2027. This risk comes from various factors that affect everything from generation to the availability of transport networks, with the aggravating factor of climate change, which is no less important. According … Continue reading The challenges of renewable energy in Colombia
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Solar photovoltaic energy registered historical production records for the month of November in Spain, Italy, France and Portugal
Wind energy production increased compared to October in most major European markets. In November, monthly prices in most major European electricity markets exceeded €100/MWh. In almost all markets, this was the highest monthly price since at least May 2023. The increase in gas prices, which reached the highest average since December 2023, was the main … Continue reading Solar photovoltaic energy registered historical production records for the month of November in Spain, Italy, France and Portugal
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Suzlon and Jindal Renewables Expand Partnership with additional 302.4 MW Wind Project to Accelerate India’s Green Steel Production
Suzlon and JSP Green Wind 1 Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary of Jindal Renewables, have expanded their partnership with an additional 302.4 MW wind power project in the Koppal region of Karnataka, aimed at accelerating India’s green steel production. This second order brings the total capacity from Jindal Renewables to 702.4 MW, making it Suzlon’s largest-ever … Continue reading Suzlon and Jindal Renewables Expand Partnership with additional 302.4 MW Wind Project to Accelerate India’s Green Steel Production
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Provence Grand Large, the pilot floating wind farm with 3 turbines located in France, connects to the grid
We have mentioned the pilot wind farm Provence Grand Large several times, composed of 3 x SG 8.0-167 DD turbines of 8.4 MW each, which is the first floating wind farm in France. Well, after a long period of construction, installation, and commissioning, the park has finally fed its first megawatt-hours into the grid. Located … Continue reading Provence Grand Large, the pilot floating wind farm with 3 turbines located in France, connects to the grid
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ACP Welcomes COLLABORATE Act to Enhance Offshore Wind Development
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from Anne Reynolds, ACP Vice President for Offshore Wind, after Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) introduced the COLLABORATE Act to improve the offshore wind development process: “Simply put, the East Coast needs offshore wind power development to meet the surging demand for electricity. The American Clean Power Association commends … Continue reading ACP Welcomes COLLABORATE Act to Enhance Offshore Wind Development
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RWE wind farms Lesse and Barbecke back to full operation after successful repowering
New wind turbines with total capacity of 61.8 megawatts. 17 old wind turbines replaced by 11 more powerful assets. Municipalities to benefit from annual income of up to 280,000 euros. RWE has put the Lesse and Barbecke wind farms, which are located next to each other in Lower Saxony, back into full operation following a … Continue reading RWE wind farms Lesse and Barbecke back to full operation after successful repowering
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Europe not yet reaping the benefits of repowering old wind farms
Across Europe more and more wind turbines start to reach the end of their operational lifetime. Repowering them – replacing them with new turbines – is proving to be very effective. You get more than three times as much power from the same site. But not enough repowering is happening yet. WindEurope’s “End of Life … Continue reading Europe not yet reaping the benefits of repowering old wind farms
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Enercon launches new sustainability strategy
Wind turbine manufacturer reinforces its commitment to sustainable use of resources // Clear goals for environmental and climate protection, social equity and transparency in corporate governance ENERCON’s founding principle is based on the vision of a clean and decentralised energy supply to cover increasing energy demands in harmony with the environment and society. By publishing … Continue reading Enercon launches new sustainability strategy
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Innovent brings wind energy to Namibia
I was doing my usual news roundup to prepare Windletter when I came across Nabrawind Technologies’ announcement about using their Nabrabase solution for four foundations at the Diaz wind farm in Namibia. Currently under construction, the Diaz wind farm consists of 11 wind turbines of 4 MW each, totaling 44 MW. The specific model is … Continue reading Innovent brings wind energy to Namibia
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Galán meets with President Lula in Brasilia and reaffirms commitment to Brazil
During a meeting this morning in Brasilia with the country’s president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Galán reaffirmed his commitment to Brazil’s energy transition. The meeting was also attended by the Ministers of Mines and Energy, Alexandre Silveira, and of the Civil House, Rui Costa, as well as the CEO of Neoenergia, Eduardo Capelastegui. Neoenergia, … Continue reading Galán meets with President Lula in Brasilia and reaffirms commitment to Brazil
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ACP Statement on COP Approval for US Wind’s Maryland Offshore Wind Project
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from Anne Reynolds, ACP Vice President for Offshore Wind after the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) approved the Construction and Operations Plan for US Wind’s Maryland Offshore Wind Project. Located off Maryland and Delaware, the project will generate up to 2 GW of renewable energy, powering more … Continue reading ACP Statement on COP Approval for US Wind’s Maryland Offshore Wind Project
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The Middle East and Africa holds the potential to become a global leader in renewable energy over the next decade. As governments in countries including Egypt, Saudi Arabia and South Africa have started to embrace clean energy targets, solar PV and onshore wind are poised for significant growth, with installed capacity jumping more than eightfold … Continue reading
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