In the first week of November, prices in the main European electricity markets rose, with most of their weekly averages exceeding €110/MWh. In some markets, hourly prices were the highest since 2022, and in others, the highest of this year. The increase in demand, as well as the decrease in wind energy production and photovoltaic … Continue reading Photovoltaic and wind energy in the first week of November
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CCR signs agreement with Neoenergia for self-production of wind energy
Neoenergia (NEOE3) reported this Monday (11) that it signed an agreement with subsidiaries of CCR (CCRO3) for the self-production of wind energy, the first of its kind signed by the mobility infrastructure group and which will cover 60% of the company’s current energy demand. The alliance, signed with the CCR concessionaires that operate the São … Continue reading CCR signs agreement with Neoenergia for self-production of wind energy
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India adds 20 GW of solar photovoltaic and wind capacity in last 9 months
Capacity additions led by solar PV. India remains the leader in renewable energy, having added 20,146 gigawatts (GW) of solar PV and wind capacity in the first nine months of the year (9M 2024). According to JMK Research, solar PV accounted for the largest share of new capacity, at 17,444 megawatts (MW), while wind added … Continue reading India adds 20 GW of solar photovoltaic and wind capacity in last 9 months
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NDCs 3.0 a ‘Make or Break’ for Global Goal to Triple Renewables by 2030
Even if all COP announcements to date were to be fully implemented, a significant CO2 emission gap would still need to be closed by 2050, according to IRENA’s World Energy Transitions Outlook 2024. Released at the opening of the UN Climate Conference COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, the Agency’s 1.5°C Scenario outlines a net-zero path by … Continue reading NDCs 3.0 a ‘Make or Break’ for Global Goal to Triple Renewables by 2030
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Iberdrola obtains environmental permit for its first wind power repowering project in Spain
This is the environmental permit for the Molar de Molinar wind farm in Castilla – La Mancha. The company will upgrade two onshore wind farms in the region, which will go from 139 wind turbines to 22. The upgrade involves replacing the old wind turbines with more modern, more powerful ones equipped with the latest … Continue reading Iberdrola obtains environmental permit for its first wind power repowering project in Spain
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Iran’s wind power and photovoltaic plant capacity increased by 500 MW by mid-March
According to SATBA data for the end of the sixth month of the Iranian calendar of Shahrivar (September 21), the share of wind power plants is 29 percent, and that of photovoltaic (PV) power plants, with 595.16 MW, is 60 percent.“Taking into account the capacity of new power plants under construction, by the end of … Continue reading Iran’s wind power and photovoltaic plant capacity increased by 500 MW by mid-March
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The complex world of wind turbine standards
From 4,000-year-old windmills in Persia to floating wind turbines in the North Sea, wind energy has evolved from rudimentary technology to a highly advanced and strategic component of modern energy infrastructure. Today, the unique requirements of turbine design and lengthy qualification processes are moulding its development. Here, Patricia Vázquez, carbon key account manager for wind … Continue reading The complex world of wind turbine standards
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Uzbekistan aims to have more than 18,000 MW of wind energy and photovoltaic solar power by 2030
By 2026, Uzbekistan plans to have 5,000 MW of photovoltaic (PV) and wind capacity, and by 2030 this figure is expected to exceed 18,000 MW. This would allow the country to produce 50 billion kWh of electricity per year, save 15 billion cubic meters of natural gas and avoid the emission of 21 million tons … Continue reading Uzbekistan aims to have more than 18,000 MW of wind energy and photovoltaic solar power by 2030
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Vestas secures 203 MW wind power order in the US
Vestas announced a significant order for wind turbines in the Americas region as part of its fourth quarter order. Apex Clean Energy, Inc. has selected Vestas for the Lotus wind farm in the US. The order includes a power capacity of 203 MW, using Vestas V163-4.5 MW wind turbines. To support the project, Vestas will … Continue reading Vestas secures 203 MW wind power order in the US
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Nordex improves results in first nine months
Wind turbine sales in the first nine months grow by 14 percent to €5.1 billion. EBITDA margin improves to 3.7 percent.Working capital remains stable at -7.3 percent€159 million of free cash flow generation in the third quarter. EBITDA margins for the full year are expected to be closer to the upper end of the margin … Continue reading Nordex improves results in first nine months
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Global wind turbine orders by manufacturer in Q3
Cristian Bogdan Dinca, an analyst at BloombergNEF, shared on LinkedIn a chart detailing wind turbine orders by manufacturer in Q3 (excluding orders in the Chinese wind power market). Key highlights: Sergio Fdez Munguía https://windletter.substack.com/p/cuando-la-geopolitica-cancela-32-gw-eolica-marina?utm_source=post-email-title&publication_id=1178124&post_id=150689994&utm_campaign=email-post-title&isFreemail=true&r=ohn78&triedRedirect=true&utm_medium=email
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TE H2, Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, and A.P. Møller Capital Partner for a Large-Scale Project in the Kingdom of Morocco
Under the presidency of His Majesty King Mohammed VI of Morocco and His Excellency Emmanuel Macron, President of the French Republic, the government of the Kingdom of Morocco and TE H2, along with its partners, signed a Preliminary Contract for Land Reservation for the ‘Chbika’ project. This agreement will allow TE H2, a joint venture … Continue reading TE H2, Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, and A.P. Møller Capital Partner for a Large-Scale Project in the Kingdom of Morocco
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Envision to supply giga-scale wind farm in Egypt
Chinese wind turbine maker has been fostering closer ties with Saudi developer ACWA and its home government. China’s Envision is in line to supply turbines for what will be one of Africa’s largest wind farms, after Saudi developer ACWA Power tapped it for the 1.1GW project in Egypt. ACWA Power is co-developing the project in … Continue reading Envision to supply giga-scale wind farm in Egypt
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EU Recovery money boosts wind manufacturing in Italy
Europe’s wind turbine manufacturing capacity is ramping up to meet the EU climate and energy security targets. This week Danish wind turbine manufacturer Vestas inaugurated a new production line for offshore wind blades in Taranto, Italy. The factory expansion will produce state of the art 15 MW offshore wind blades. It will create 1,300 additional … Continue reading EU Recovery money boosts wind manufacturing in Italy
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Wind sector expresses rejection of Xunta’s proposal to force Galician companies to sell 50% of their electricity with wind power through PPAs
The wind sector expresses its strongest rejection of the Xunta de Galicia’s proposal to force Galician wind farms to be sold 50 percent of their electricity generated by wind power facilities to exclusively Galician companies through PPAs ?? The new proposal of the Xunta de Galicia consists of forcing Galician wind farms to sell 50% … Continue reading Wind sector expresses rejection of Xunta’s proposal to force Galician companies to sell 50% of their electricity with wind power through PPAs
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RWE to modernise Lasbek wind farm
Four wind turbines with total capacity of 22.8 MW to replace six old ones. Green electricity for equivalent of 18,000 households per year, municipalities to benefit financially. RWE works with partners on innovative approaches to recycling of rotor blades from two wind turbines. Modern wind turbines for a higher green energy yield: RWE is driving … Continue reading RWE to modernise Lasbek wind farm
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Germany sets new record for photovoltaic and wind power
Germany has accelerated the deployment of renewable energy, with record growth in solar photovoltaic power. Although currently lagging, wind power is expected to gain momentum in the future. From January to September, wind and solar exceeded fossil power generation for the first time in Germany, reaching a record 45% share. Germany is a leader in … Continue reading Germany sets new record for photovoltaic and wind power
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Harnessing Namibia’s high-quality renewable resources can accelerate the country’s socioeconomic development
New IEA report finds strong potential to deliver quality jobs and economic growth with supportive policies that unlock strategic investments in clean energy With robust policy support in place, renewable energy can become a cornerstone of Namibia’s sustainable development and economic growth, according to a new report from the International Energy Agency (IEA) published today. … Continue reading Harnessing Namibia’s high-quality renewable resources can accelerate the country’s socioeconomic development
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TotalEnergies hybrid photovoltaic and wind power at the Castejón thermal power plant
The Ramal Sur hybrid plant will consist of an 85.8 MW wind farm and a 44.72 MW photovoltaic park for hybridisation with the existing Castejón 1 combined cycle thermal power plant, of 424.91 MW.The Official State Gazette (BOE) on Tuesday published the announcement by the Department of Industry and Energy of the Government Delegation in … Continue reading TotalEnergies hybrid photovoltaic and wind power at the Castejón thermal power plant
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EU Innovation Fund awards big grants to 6 innovative wind turbine factories
Last week the European Commission announced the results of the latest call of the EU Innovation Fund. For the first time the focus of the call was firmly on clean power manufacturing. 6 wind energy projects are among the winners. “The results of the latest Innovation Fund call are excellent. The European Commission has finally … Continue reading EU Innovation Fund awards big grants to 6 innovative wind turbine factories
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