When Swedish Bruzaholm wind farm is completed next autumn it will not only produce fossil free power. It will also be a shining example of how sustainable procurement can spur innovative ideas and bring the carbon footprint from construction down to a minimum. Facts Vattenfall Sustainable Procurement We aim to be net zero by 2040 … Continue reading Sustainable procurement slashes carbon footprint from wind farm construction
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Global wind turbine orders in H1 hit 91.2 GW, up 23% year-on-year
H1 outpaces H2 2023 by 11 GW of wind power, China boosts demand as Western OEMs struggle to compete. Global wind turbine order intake reached new highs in H1, with 91.2 gigawatts (GW) of activity, a 23 percent increase year-over-year (YOY), according to a new analysis from Wood Mackenzie. Globally, investment by developers in H1 … Continue reading Global wind turbine orders in H1 hit 91.2 GW, up 23% year-on-year
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Wind power and solar photovoltaic (PV) overtake fossil fuels in EU electricity production for the first time
Data reveals that in the first six months of 2024, renewables overtook fossil fuels in EU electricity production. The European Commission announced that for the first time, wind and solar PV sources have overtaken fossil fuels in electricity generation in the European Union. According to published data, in the first half of 2024, more than … Continue reading Wind power and solar photovoltaic (PV) overtake fossil fuels in EU electricity production for the first time
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JSW Energy commissions 300 MW wind power project in Tamil Nadu
JSW Energy Ltd on Sunday announced that its step-down subsidiary, JSW Renew Energy Two Limited, has successfully completed commissioning for the 300 MW ISTS-connected wind power project awarded by Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) tranche X located at Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu. “This marks the first-ever greenfield wind power plant commissioned by the company for … Continue reading JSW Energy commissions 300 MW wind power project in Tamil Nadu
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AMEA Power to develop largest solar photovoltaic (PV) project in Egypt
The projects will bring AMEA Power’s total capacity in Egypt to 2,000 MW of wind and photovoltaic (PV) power, accompanied by 900 MWh of battery energy storage systems.AMEA Power will invest an additional $800 million in two major renewable energy projects in Egypt, reinforcing its commitment to the country’s clean energy transition. The projects will … Continue reading AMEA Power to develop largest solar photovoltaic (PV) project in Egypt
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Kyrgyzstan starts construction of first wind power plant
Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers – Head of the Presidential Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic Akylbek Zhaparov and Deputy Prime Minister of Russia Alexey Overchuk took part in the ceremony of laying the capsule for the construction of a wind power plant in the Ton district of the Issyk-Kul region, Kabar reports. The investment … Continue reading Kyrgyzstan starts construction of first wind power plant
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Piauí authorizes operation of wind power plant with more than 300 MW
The Grupo Ventos de São Zacarias project, in the municipality of Simões, focuses on the socio-environmental and economic responsibility of the region.Piauí has ??established itself as one of the largest renewable energy generators in the country. This week, another project received authorization for test operations: the Grupo Ventos de São Zacarias wind farm, which received … Continue reading Piauí authorizes operation of wind power plant with more than 300 MW
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Wind turbine orders and supply chain investments are up
WindEurope’s Autumn Wind Energy Data shows Europe built 6.4 GW of new wind farms in the first half of 2024. Turbine orders were up year on year and auction volumes are strong. But grid bottlenecks are delaying projects. And it’s challenging right now to get big new investments over the line. Further improvements are needed … Continue reading Wind turbine orders and supply chain investments are up
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Ørsted places first wind power order with Nordex in Ireland
Ørsted has placed an order with Nordex Group to supply and install nine N133/4800 wind turbines for the 43 MW Farranrory wind farm in Ireland. The order also includes a Premium Plus service contract under which Nordex will maintain the turbines for a period of 20 years from the date of commencement of service. The … Continue reading Ørsted places first wind power order with Nordex in Ireland
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The Xunta asks for European support to unblock the deployment of wind energy in Galicia
The Galician Government invoked this Wednesday the complicity and support of the European institutions to “unblock” the deployment of wind energy in Galicia and thus be able to comply with the decarbonisation objectives that emanate from the European Green Pact. Accompanied by several collaborators, the Minister of the Environment of the Xunta, Ángeles Vázquez, held … Continue reading The Xunta asks for European support to unblock the deployment of wind energy in Galicia
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Draghi report: 6 key things for wind energy
On 9 September former European Central Bank Governor Mario Draghi released a report on Europe’s competitiveness. It’s right on the money on the energy transition – on the need for it and on what’s needed to deliver it. Mario Draghi was ready to do “whatever it takes” to preserve the euro in 2012. His report … Continue reading Draghi report: 6 key things for wind energy
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Photovoltaic and wind energy in the week of September 2
September starts with price rises in European electricity markets except in the Iberian market thanks to renewable energy. In the week of September 2, prices rose in most European electricity markets. The increase in demand, together with lower solar energy production in most markets, favored this behavior. The MIBEL market was the exception, where prices … Continue reading Photovoltaic and wind energy in the week of September 2
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EDPR’s first hybrid wind-solar photovoltaic ( PV) project in Poland increases output by almost 20%
With a combined capacity of 124.5 MWp (115.5 MWac), the Konary wind-solar hybrid project produced over 180 GWh for the Polish grid, increasing the renewable production of the site up to almost 20%; This was the first renewable hybrid project in Poland and showcases how combining renewable energy technologies on the same site allows adding … Continue reading EDPR’s first hybrid wind-solar photovoltaic ( PV) project in Poland increases output by almost 20%
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Pampa Energía announced a new wind farm in Bahía Blanca
This project, which represents an investment of 500 million dollars, will have an installed capacity of 300 MW, making it one of the most significant wind energy developments in the region. The announcement was made during the visit of the governor of the province of Buenos Aires, Axel Kicillof, to the works of the Pampa … Continue reading Pampa Energía announced a new wind farm in Bahía Blanca
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Suzlon Announces India’s Largest Wind Energy Order of 1,166 MW from NTPC Green Energy Limited
NTPC Green Energy Limited, the Renewables Arm of India’s largest energy conglomerate NTPC Limited, partners with India’s Largest Wind Energy OEM for the Nation’s Single Largest Wind Energy Order. After reporting strong FY 25 Q1 results, Suzlon Group, India’s largest renewable energy solutions provider, today announced bagging India’s largest wind energy order from NTPC Green … Continue reading Suzlon Announces India’s Largest Wind Energy Order of 1,166 MW from NTPC Green Energy Limited
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ICE signs 9 contracts with private companies to produce wind power and photovoltaic for 166 megawatts in Costa Rica
Five photovoltaic (PV) plants and four wind energy plants, built by the private sector, will come into operation between 2026 and 2027.In total, the electrical projects will contribute 166 megawatts to the national grid, according to the Costa Rican Institute of Electricity (ICE), when signing the commitment letters. Numu Solar Liberia Los Tecales Solar Nandayure … Continue reading ICE signs 9 contracts with private companies to produce wind power and photovoltaic for 166 megawatts in Costa Rica
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Scientists studying impact of painting wind turbine blade black to reduce bird collisions
Oregon State University researchers are part of a team looking at reducing bird collision risks with wind turbines by painting a single blade of the turbine black. Wind energy has a significant role during a time of climate change, rising energy demands and a transition from fossil fuels to clean energy, but it poses risks … Continue reading Scientists studying impact of painting wind turbine blade black to reduce bird collisions
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Wind energy and solar photovoltaic (PV) power are assuming a key role in Germany’s energy supply
Taking a tailwind for wind power: more and more electricity from renewable sources. Germany is increasingly obtaining electricity from renewable energy sources. In the first half of 2024, the share of electricity generated from wind power, solar photovoltaic plants, hydropower and biomass reached a record 61.5 percent of total electricity production, according to the Federal … Continue reading Wind energy and solar photovoltaic (PV) power are assuming a key role in Germany’s energy supply
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Installed solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity has increased by 28% during 2023 in Spain
For the first time in history, in 2023, renewable energy in Spain has exceeded 50% of annual generation. The installed capacity of the generating park in Spain has increased by 5.2%, ending 2023 with 125,620 MW. The installed renewable capacity in the national electricity system has increased by 6.3 GW, which has allowed reaching a … Continue reading Installed solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity has increased by 28% during 2023 in Spain
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Voltaire, the largest wind turbine installation vessel in the world
In parallel to the growth of offshore wind turbines, installation vessels have also had to grow. This has led to significant investments in new installation vessels, such as in the case of the Belgian company Jan de Nul, which has commissioned the construction of the largest wind turbine installation vessel (jack-up vessel) in the world, … Continue reading Voltaire, the largest wind turbine installation vessel in the world
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