The world added 50% more renewable capacity in 2023 than in 2022, with the next five years set to see the fastest growth yet. China and solar photovoltaic (PV) were the stars of the show. Energy Monitor interviews Heymi Bahar, co-author of the IEA’s Renewables 2023 report. Renewable energy around the world is expanding faster … Continue reading Unprecedented renewables growth keeps 2030 tripling dream alive – IEA’s Heymi Bahar
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China provides more than half of the world’s additional wind and solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity in 2023
A total of 510 gigawatts of renewable energy generation capacity will be installed worldwide in 2023, with China contributing more than 50 percent, the National Energy Administration (NEA) said Thursday. China has become an indispensable force to drive the development of clean energy globally, ANE official Pan Huimin said at a press conference. The briefing … Continue reading China provides more than half of the world’s additional wind and solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity in 2023
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EDP Renewables seals its first long-term photovoltaic contract in Germany
EDP Renewables (EDPR), leader in the development of renewable energy worldwide, signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Lhyfe, a producer and supplier of green hydrogen to serve industry and mobility sectors. The deal signed through Kronos Solar EDPR is an important milestone as it is the first long-term corporate contract for the supply of … Continue reading EDP Renewables seals its first long-term photovoltaic contract in Germany
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How Extreme Weather and System Aging Affect the US Photovoltaic Fleet
Massive Data Set of Photovoltaic System Performance Quantifies the Small but Significant Impacts of Extreme Weather and Long-Term Degradation, With Important Lessons for the PV Industry. For photovoltaic (PV) systems—designed to operate over lifetimes of 20, 30, or even 50 years—small losses in energy production can add up to measurable differences over time. These differences … Continue reading How Extreme Weather and System Aging Affect the US Photovoltaic Fleet
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New industrial policy proposes production of photovoltaic cells in Brazil
Brazil’s new industrial policy, launched this Tuesday (22), with guidelines for the period from 2024 to 2026 and which includes a series of objectives that the country must achieve until 2033, contains in its content some important issues for the manufacturing sector. solar energy. In an interview with Canal Solar, Adalberto Maluf, secretary of the … Continue reading New industrial policy proposes production of photovoltaic cells in Brazil
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The economics of wind and photovoltaics (PV) demand massive investments in integration now
The expansion of renewable energy and electrification is growing rapidly in many parts of the world as momentum behind the global energy transition gathers pace. While the renewable energy technologies driving this change are well-known and, in many cases, cost competitive with fossil fuels, the fundamental infrastructure required for their deployment is lagging. Insufficient grid … Continue reading The economics of wind and photovoltaics (PV) demand massive investments in integration now
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DHL Group secures green electricity from RWE’s Offshore Wind Farm
DHL Group has agreed a long-term electricity supply contract with RWE Supply & Trading for the purchase of around 104 gigawatt-hours of electricity from renewable sources per year from 2026, thus taking a further step towards its own decarbonization targets. The electricity will be produced in the Kaskasi offshore wind farm in the German North … Continue reading DHL Group secures green electricity from RWE’s Offshore Wind Farm
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ACP Statement on New Jersey Offshore Wind Solicitation Awards
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from Anne Reynolds, ACP Vice President for Offshore Wind after the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities announced the procurement of 3,742 MW of offshore wind to Attentive Energy Two (1,342 MW) and Leading Light Wind (2,400 MW): “Governor Murphy’s leadership is positioning New Jersey … Continue reading ACP Statement on New Jersey Offshore Wind Solicitation Awards
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EDP Renovables launches a 297 MW wind farm in Alberta, Canada
EDP Renovables North America has begun commercial operations at the 297 MW Sharp Hills wind farm in the Canadian province of Alberta. Located in the Special Areas Township, near the villages of Sedalia and New Bridgen, the wind farm will operate under a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) with Canadian energy infrastructure company TC Energy … Continue reading EDP Renovables launches a 297 MW wind farm in Alberta, Canada
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Enercon installs 2.4 GW of wind turbines in 2023
German wind turbine manufacturer and installer Enercon GmbH installed 2,421 MW of wind power in 2023, a 28% increase over the previous year. With a total of 628 wind turbines, Enercon achieved its operational goals over the past year. In 2022 it completed 522 wind turbines with a combined capacity of 1,887 MW. The lower … Continue reading Enercon installs 2.4 GW of wind turbines in 2023
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Key things to watch in electric vehicle (EV) & battery supply chain for 2024
As electric vehicle (EV) sales around the world continue to grow, China’s dominance in the market has sparked a global debate. “With two-thirds of China’s power batteries produced in 2023 being iron-based, Chinese cell producers have capitalised on their expertise in low-cost chemistry,” said Max Reid, principal analyst, electric vehicles & battery supply chain service … Continue reading Key things to watch in electric vehicle (EV) & battery supply chain for 2024
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Clean sources of generation are set to cover all of the world’s additional electricity demand over the next three years
Global electricity demand is expected to grow at a faster rate over the next three years as the clean energy transition gathers speed, with all the additional demand forecast to be covered by technologies that produce low-emissions electricity, according to a new report from the IEA. Electricity 2024 is the latest edition of the IEA’s … Continue reading Clean sources of generation are set to cover all of the world’s additional electricity demand over the next three years
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Wind and solar photovoltaic energy will exceed 1 TW in the next two years
S&P Global Commodity Insights forecasts that wind and solar installations are set to exceed one terawatt (TW) within the next two years. In its recent report on the Top 10 Trends in Clean Energy Technology in 2024, S&P Global underlines the importance of adaptable power systems to manage the swift rise in renewable energy. Edurne … Continue reading Wind and solar photovoltaic energy will exceed 1 TW in the next two years
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Brazil’s own photovoltaic solar energy generation exceeds 26 GW and serves more than 3 million units
The association reported that there are 2.3 million solar photovoltaic systems in the country. Own generation of photovoltaic solar energy has just surpassed the mark of 26 gigawatts (GW) of installed power in homes, businesses, industries, rural properties and public buildings in Brazil, with more than 3.3 million consumer units served by the company. technology, … Continue reading Brazil’s own photovoltaic solar energy generation exceeds 26 GW and serves more than 3 million units
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ENGIE inaugurates a 72 MW photovoltaic park in the Sevillian town of Huévar del Aljarafe
ENGIE, a world-leading company in energy and low-carbon services, today inaugurated its new photovoltaic park in Huévar del Aljarafe, Seville. With a capacity of 72 megawatts (MW) and an investment of close to 40 million euros, this project consolidates ENGIE’s commitment to Andalusia and the transition towards a sustainable energy model. The inauguration was attended … Continue reading ENGIE inaugurates a 72 MW photovoltaic park in the Sevillian town of Huévar del Aljarafe
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Japan launches major offshore wind auctions
In a significant step towards the development of renewable energy, the Japanese government has launched a third round of auctions. The goal is to select developers for two new offshore wind energy areas in the northern region of Japan. Together, these areas have a combined capacity of 1.05 gigawatts (GW), marking a notable jump in … Continue reading Japan launches major offshore wind auctions
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36 gigawatts of new solar photovoltaic capacity in 2024 and 43 GW in 2025 in the US
Facing economic and political headwinds, the U.S. solar PV industry is expected to slow in both the residential and utility-scale segments, dimming the industry’s prospects of leading the country’s power generation in the coming years. two years. In its latest Short-Term Energy Outlook report, the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) forecast that solar photovoltaics will … Continue reading 36 gigawatts of new solar photovoltaic capacity in 2024 and 43 GW in 2025 in the US
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The price of photovoltaic solar panels
One of the biggest concerns for many countries worldwide is the cost of solar photovoltaic panels. The increasing need for sustainable energy sources necessitates governments and people to consider installation, upkeep, and operation costs. We will thoroughly examine several factors that affect solar PV panel costs and how they may improve society and the environment. … Continue reading The price of photovoltaic solar panels
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Photovoltaic solar power plants can provide a vital home for native insects
Solar farms can provide key habitats for insects and other pollinators to rehabilitate the local environment, according to new research. US researchers have found that when fields housing solar photovoltaics (PVs) are planted with native plants, they can attract large numbers of insects which improve the biodiversity of the area. A monarch caterpillar on a … Continue reading Photovoltaic solar power plants can provide a vital home for native insects
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NTPC REL Initiates Bidding for 1200 MW Khavda Solar Project’s Photovoltaic Module Supply
The comprehensive scope of work for this package includes the manufacturing, supply, packing, forwarding, and transportation of open category crystalline solar PV modules. NTPC Renewable Energy Limited (NTPC REL) has commenced the bidding process for the supply of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules for the ambitious 1200 MW Khavda Solar Project in the North Block. The … Continue reading NTPC REL Initiates Bidding for 1200 MW Khavda Solar Project’s Photovoltaic Module Supply
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