Vestas has received a firm and unconditional order from E.ON for 139 V110-2.0 MW turbines. “We are excited to be working with Vestas on this turbine purchase as E. ON expands its U.S. portfolio,” said Patrick Woodson, Chairman of E.ON North America. The order includes supply and commissioning of the wind turbines as well as … Continue reading E.ON orders 139 Vestas V110-2.0 MW wind turbines
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Vestas wins 112 MW order for the V126-3.45 MW wind turbine with de-icing system
The firm and unconditional order is for the Raskiftet wind park in the municipalities of Åmot and Trysil. The order includes Vestas’ advanced de-icing system, using air heaters to capture, heat, and propel air within the turbine blades. With VestasOnline SCADA integration, the de-icing system continuously monitors the turbines’ performance and engages when there is … Continue reading Vestas wins 112 MW order for the V126-3.45 MW wind turbine with de-icing system
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Transmission pays for itself, saves consumers money
Studies show that expanding America’s electricity grid to meet 21st century needs more than pays for itself, and can even result in significant consumer savings. Improved transmission planning could save American families and businesses up to $47 billion every year, according to a recent white paper from the Brattle Group. However, some groups remain unaware … Continue reading Transmission pays for itself, saves consumers money
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Wind power and eagles can successfully coexist
As one of the leading solutions to combat carbon pollution, growing wind energy is an effective way to protect America’s landscapes and wildlife. Scientists agree that climate change is the greatest threat to our nation’s plants and animals, and zero-carbon energy sources will play a critical role in ensuring these populations remain healthy and abundant. … Continue reading Wind power and eagles can successfully coexist
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Iberdrola signs with EIB €200 million loan for innovation projects in networks and renewables
The loan will support investments to upgrade smart grid efficiency, clean energy generation and electric mobility projects in Spain and the United Kingdom. Iberdrola has signed with the European Investment Bank (EIB) a €200 million loan facility with a six-year maturity or repayment term. The funds will be used by the company to finance research, … Continue reading Iberdrola signs with EIB €200 million loan for innovation projects in networks and renewables
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Vattenfall Acquires German Wind Power Project
Vattenfall has acquired a wind development project consisting of up to 79 turbines in the German North Sea. The acquisition is in line with Vattenfall’s growth strategy to extensively expand its renewable energy production in the coming years. The Global Tech II wind project is located in the German North Sea some 85 kilometres north … Continue reading Vattenfall Acquires German Wind Power Project
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Clean energy sector supported as Wind Energy Technocentre given financial boost
The Government of Canada recognizes that innovation-whether it involves the development of new technologies, new processes or new business models-is essential in today’s global economy. The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for CED, announced that the … Continue reading Clean energy sector supported as Wind Energy Technocentre given financial boost
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SgurrEnergy advises on acquisition of stake in Galloper offshore wind farm
Leading renewable energy consultancy, SgurrEnergy, supported the acquisition of a stake in the 336MW Galloper offshore wind farm in the UK. The Wood Group business provided independent technical advisory services to Sumitomo Corporation. Sumitomo Corporation, a trading and investment company, indirectly takes 12.5% share of the project – a deal which closes in August. The … Continue reading SgurrEnergy advises on acquisition of stake in Galloper offshore wind farm
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Vestas receives 160 MW order in the United States
The order is part of a global master supply agreement between Vestas and EDF Énergies Nouvelles and EDF Renewable Energy for future onshore wind turbine installations in the United States and Europe for deliveries in 2016 to 2019. “Since entering our first master supply agreement with Vestas in 2013, EDF RE has installed more … Continue reading Vestas receives 160 MW order in the United States
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Navantia, Iberdrola and 50Hertz host the delivery ceremony for the substation “Andalucía” at Puerto Real
This electricity distribution facility weighs over 8,500 tonnes, heavier than the Eiffel Tower and the Statue of Liberty combined, and will be the power core of the Wikinger offshore wind farm, a 350 MW renewable project developed by Iberdrola in the German sea with an overall budget of over €1.4 billion. In attendance with the … Continue reading Navantia, Iberdrola and 50Hertz host the delivery ceremony for the substation “Andalucía” at Puerto Real
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First American offshore wind turbines installed
American offshore wind power is one step closer to becoming a reality, with installation of the first turbines at Deepwater Wind’s Block Island project now complete. Construction on the country’s first offshore wind farm began last spring, off the coast of Rhode Island, and the project is expected to be fully operational later this fall. … Continue reading First American offshore wind turbines installed
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Taaleri orders eleven additional Nordex N131/3000 wind turbines
Good start to the third quarter for Northern Europe in Finland: The Nordex group has received a further call-off from its frame agreement with the Finnish asset management company, Taaleri. For the wind farm “Kivivaara- Peuravaara”, the manufacturer will supply eleven additional N131/3000 turbines. With this order, the customer has raised the number of turbines … Continue reading Taaleri orders eleven additional Nordex N131/3000 wind turbines
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Port Augusta 375MW solar and wind energy park approved
Plans to build a major 375MW hybrid wind and solar plant near Port Augusta in South Australia, near to the site of the closed Northern coal power plant, have won approval from the state government. Project developer DP Energy said in a statement released late on Friday that the government’s green light meant it could … Continue reading Port Augusta 375MW solar and wind energy park approved
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GE to invest in Mytrah wind energy project in Andhra Pradesh
GE Energy Financial Services has agreed to invest $31 million in Mytrah Vayu Private Limited (MVTPL) to support development of 200 MW wind energy project in Andhra Pradesh. GE Energy Financial Services has agreed to invest $31 million in Mytrah Vayu (Tungabhadra) Private Limited (MVTPL) to support development of 200 MW wind energy project in … Continue reading GE to invest in Mytrah wind energy project in Andhra Pradesh
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Pattern Energy dedicates 150 MW Amazon Wind Farm in Indiana
Pattern Energy Group has dedicated the 150 megawatt (MW) Amazon Wind Farm Fowler Ridge in Benton County, Indiana. The electricity supplies the electric grids that service Amazon Web Services (AWS) datacenters. The 150 MW facility will create enough clean energy to power 46,000 homes each year, according to average annual residential energy use data from … Continue reading Pattern Energy dedicates 150 MW Amazon Wind Farm in Indiana
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ESS double up on Wikinger offshore wind farm project
Subsea technology specialist, Ecosse Subsea Systems (ESS), has extended a trenching scope on the Wikinger offshore wind farm in the Baltic Sea with the award of a seabed clearance project. The Scottish company was last year awarded a contract by main contractor Prysmian Group to carry out pre-cut seabed trenching, prior to cable laying, on … Continue reading ESS double up on Wikinger offshore wind farm project
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Euro 42 million project financing for the 63.4 MW French wind farms
ERG Wind France 1 SAS (100% ERG Renew) has today signed a facility agreement on a non-recourse portfolio project finance basis for the six wind farms for a total installed capacity of 63.4 MW owned by its subsidiaries located in France. The wind farms entered into operation between 2005 and 2008 and they were acquired … Continue reading Euro 42 million project financing for the 63.4 MW French wind farms
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Vector Cuatro opens new office in Chile
The Spanish multinational opens a new office in Chile as a new regional hub for its activities in South America and to further strengthen its international presence. The new office is located in Santiago de Chile, in concrete in the Las Condes district, where the local team has been operating since a few weeks. This new … Continue reading Vector Cuatro opens new office in Chile
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Duke Energy Renewables completes the final Los Vientos wind energy project in Texas
The 426th turbine of the Los Vientos wind power projects is now spinning and serving customers near the Rio Grande in Starr County, Texas. It marks the completion of Los Vientos IV, the last of the five area projects to begin operation. Duke Energy Renewables has installed more than 1,500 MW of wind energy in … Continue reading Duke Energy Renewables completes the final Los Vientos wind energy project in Texas
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Nordex: N117/3600 and N131/3600 produce up to a 12% higher yield at sites with moderate and light winds
At the world’s leading wind fair, Windenergy Hamburg, which is being held together with the WindEurope Summit in Hamburg from 27 to 30 September 2016, Nordex will be presenting two new turbines from its multi-megawatt Generation Delta platform: the N117/3600 for moderate-wind sites and the N131/3600 for sites with light winds. Thanks to a 20 … Continue reading Nordex: N117/3600 and N131/3600 produce up to a 12% higher yield at sites with moderate and light winds
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