Ignacio Galán, Iberdrola Chairman, said: “We are very happy to have contributed to the creation of the world’s largest manufacturer of wind turbines of which Iberdrola will continue to be a prominent shareholder. The new company will have headquarters in Spain and will be listed in the Spanish Stock Exchange”. After completion of the merger … Continue reading Iberdrola signs shareholder agreement with Siemens and will hold 8.1% in the new Gamesa resulting from the merger with Siemens Wind Power
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Siemens and Gamesa to merge wind energy businesses to create a leading wind power player
Siemens and Gamesa have signed binding agreements to merge Siemens’ wind business with Gamesa. Businesses are highly complementary with regard to markets, products and technology and will create great value to customers and shareholders. Siemens to hold a 59 percent stake and consolidate the merged company and existing Gamesa shareholders to hold 41 percent. Gamesa … Continue reading Siemens and Gamesa to merge wind energy businesses to create a leading wind power player
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Ararat Wind Farm receives its first blade delivery
Victoria’s Ararat Wind Farm, powered by RES, Downer and GE, has today received its first shipment of GE turbine blades. The delivery marks an important milestone in the development of Australia’s third largest wind farm, which is projected to inject almost $8 million into the local economy. Arriving in Victoria today, the blade shipment weighs-in … Continue reading Ararat Wind Farm receives its first blade delivery
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Wind energy in China: Vestas wind turbines for a wind farm
China Longyuan Power Group Corporation has the largest installed wind capacity in China. Its Vice General Manager, Huang Qun, says that “We decided to work with Vestas once again on this project, based on our previous experience with their turbines’ reliability on our many diverse wind sites – and we are of course expecting this … Continue reading Wind energy in China: Vestas wind turbines for a wind farm
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Average Costs for Solar Power and Wind Energy Electricity Could Fall 59% by 2025
The average costs for electricity generated by solar and wind technologies could decrease by between 26 and 59 per cent by 2025, according to a report released today by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). The average costs for electricity generated by solar and wind technologies could decrease by between 26 and 59 per … Continue reading Average Costs for Solar Power and Wind Energy Electricity Could Fall 59% by 2025
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DNV GL to study feasibility for Phu Cuong 1 offshore wind farm in Vietnam
USTDA grant to fund work of North American team of global offshore experts. DNV GL study to assess key factors including wind potential, environmental impact and grid interconnection. Phu Cuong Group’s 170 MW farm is first in series of projects to meet renewable energy target of Vietnam and also the needs of growing economy. At … Continue reading DNV GL to study feasibility for Phu Cuong 1 offshore wind farm in Vietnam
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Siemens to showcase cost-efficient offshore wind energy technology at GOW 2016 trade show
Siemens will present technologies and services that will help lowering the levelized cost of electricity at the Global Offshore Wind 2016 (GOW) trade show in Manchester, England. As further steps in cost reduction are crucial to enable a sustainable, successful offshore wind industry, the company will showcase new technologies in wind turbines, grid connection, and … Continue reading Siemens to showcase cost-efficient offshore wind energy technology at GOW 2016 trade show
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Bladeless wind turbines
Wind energy is a crucial part of the global renewable energy scenario. Due to the renewable nature of wind power and its abundant availability, it has always been a big part of the alternative energy mix and has really come into own in the last decade. Currently, the adoption of wind energy has picked up … Continue reading Bladeless wind turbines
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E.ON is continuing to push ahead with expansion of wind power in European and the US markets
On Global Wind Day, E.ON pledged to continue expanding wind energy. The company sees the great potential this technology offers for achieving the goals of the Paris climate agreement. E.ON is working vigorously toward the goal of making renewable energy competitive by keeping it as cost-effective as possible for customers. Above and beyond its own … Continue reading E.ON is continuing to push ahead with expansion of wind power in European and the US markets
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Fugro secures geotechnical site investigation contract at Hollandse Kust (zuid) wind farm zone
Fugro has been awarded a geotechnical site investigation survey contract for the Hollandse Kust (zuid) Wind Farm Zone. This follows previous contracts awarded earlier this year for geophysical survey and metocean monitoring at the same site. The work will be performed using dedicated geotechnical DP2 vessels from the Fugro fleet. Taking place over a period … Continue reading Fugro secures geotechnical site investigation contract at Hollandse Kust (zuid) wind farm zone
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Iberdrola announces sale of wind energy assets in Italy for €193.7 million
Iberdrola has informed the Comisión Nacional del Mercado de Valores (CNMV), Spain’s stock exchange commission, of the sale of wind energy assets in Italy, grouped in the companies SER S.P.A. -100%- and SER 1 S.P.A. -4%- (with the remaining 96% belonging to the former). Under the agreement, Iberdrola sells to CEF 3 Wind Energy S.P.A. … Continue reading Iberdrola announces sale of wind energy assets in Italy for €193.7 million
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Happy Global Wind Day!
Today, marks the ninth edition of Global Wind Day, a movement created to bring individuals, communities and organisations together to celebrate wind energy and the positive difference it can make in the world. In 2015, wind power alone met 42% of electricity demand in Denmark, 20% in Spain, 13% in Germany and 11% in … Continue reading Happy Global Wind Day!
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American wind power celebrates Global Wind Day with two-thirds-off sale
The U.S. wind energy industry celebrated the 10th annual Global Wind Day Wednesday by highlighting a 66 percent drop in the cost of wind-generated electricity in just six years. “From the corn fields of Iowa to the windswept plains of Texas, by improving our technology and lowering wind power’s costs we’re saving you money,” said … Continue reading American wind power celebrates Global Wind Day with two-thirds-off sale
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Wind power suppports America’s fastest growing job, wind turbine technician
Most Americans strive to put in an honest day’s work so they can pay their bills and put food on the table for their families. American wind power is creating more opportunities for them to do so, while also working in a rewarding—and sustainable—career. It’s clear the wind industry is picking up. Wind turbine technician … Continue reading Wind power suppports America’s fastest growing job, wind turbine technician
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This Global Wind Day wind power is on sale for two-thirds off
It’s June 15, which means it’s once again time to celebrate Global Wind Day. And there’s a lot to be happy about this year. Here are the five things we’re most excited about as we reflect on the state of global wind energy. Wind power is on sale, now 66 percent cheaper than it was … Continue reading This Global Wind Day wind power is on sale for two-thirds off
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Eddie O’Connor meets Chile President, visits Argentina
Mainstream CEO and GWEC Ambassador Eddie O’Connor completed a successful visit to South America with a meeting with President Bachelet of Chile at La Moneda in Santiago. The President and Dr O’Connor discussed the country’s increased ambitions to deploy renewable energy, the record-breaking global investment in wind and solar energy in 2015, and Chile’s leading … Continue reading Eddie O’Connor meets Chile President, visits Argentina
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Global wind energy employment grew 5% last year to reach 1.1M
Record wind industry growth was reflected in a 5% increase in employment in the sector, which now employs 1.1 million1 people. Today, on Global Wind Day, GWEC highlights the socio-economic benefits generated by the global wind industry, in addition to supplying clean power. Global Wind Day is a worldwide event that occurs annually on 15 … Continue reading Global wind energy employment grew 5% last year to reach 1.1M
Continue readingNew contract for the Viking Poseidon in the offshore wind power market
Eidesvik has been awarded yet another support vessel contract from Siemens Wind Power to support their operations in the German sector. Contract commencement will be in June this year. The Viking Poseidon will commence on a contract for Siemens Wind Power with estimated duration for 3-5 months including options. This is a strategic area of … Continue reading New contract for the Viking Poseidon in the offshore wind power market
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NorthWestern Energy Signs Agreement with OwnEnergy for Montana Community Wind Farm
NorthWestern Energy (NYSE: NWE), and OwnEnergy, Inc., a developer of Community Wind projects, today announced that they have signed a 25-year Qualifying Facility Agreement, for the 9.7 megawatt Two Dot Wind Farm. The project is located in Wheatland County, near the town of Two Dot, about 90 miles NW of Billings. OwnEnergy will sell the … Continue reading NorthWestern Energy Signs Agreement with OwnEnergy for Montana Community Wind Farm
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WindEurope goes all in at Sustainable Energy Week
With legislative proposals on market design and renewables expected for the end of the year, WindEurope is taking its proposals to policymakers and the public at the EU Sustainable Energy Week (13-17 June). On Tuesday, WindEurope will host a panel where industry representatives calling for flexible power markets (the paper industry, Statoil and the demand … Continue reading WindEurope goes all in at Sustainable Energy Week
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