Monthly Archives: December 2023

AQUADA-GO – New drone technology uses Artificial Intelligence to examine offshore wind turbine blades

It’s sometimes hard to get an annual medical check-up while you’re hard at work. While it’s sometimes the case for humans, it’s also no less an issue for wind turbines. In response, RWE, DTU Wind and Energy Systems and Quali … Continue reading

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Statkraft aims for co-existence between reindeer husbandry and wind power

In the Fosen case, Statkraft’s goal is to find a solution that combines the affected reindeer herders’ right to practice their culture in co-existence with the Fosen Wind Farm. Statkraft regrets the burden the Fosen case has caused for the … Continue reading

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Global solar power capacity to increase 32% compared to 2022

Solar energy continues its relentless penetration into the world’s energy system, driven by strong policy support, attractive pricing, and the technology’s modular nature. We expect over 320 GWdc of solar to be installed this year, which represents a 20% increase … Continue reading

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Rosatom Subsidiary To Build Wind Power Plant In Kyrgyzstan

NovaWind, a subsidiary of Rosatom, the Russian state nuclear energy corporation, is planning to construct a 100-megawatt wind farm in the Issyk-Kul region of Kyrgyzstan, Trend reports. This wind energy project was formalized through an agreement signed between NovaWind and … Continue reading

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China powers up Bangladesh’s wind power project

The first centralized wind power project in Bangladesh, the Cox’s Bazar wind power project, is connected to the grid and started power generation on Thursday, said its operator China’s State Power Investment Corp. Upon operation, the project will provide Bangladesh … Continue reading

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ACP to Air Offshore Wind Ad Targeting New Jersey Residents During Eagles vs. Jets Game

The American Clean Power Association (ACP) will air an ad titled “Offshore Wind is Investing in New Jersey” during Sunday’s Philadelphia Eagles vs. New York Jets NFL game, which starts at 4:25 PM ET. The ad highlights the economic and energy benefits … Continue reading

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Vestas wins 115 MW wind power project in Sweden

Vestas has received a firm order from OX2 Construction AB for the Anglarna wind farm in Sweden. The order consists of 18 V162-6.2 MW wind turbines in 6.4 MW optimized power mode and includes the supply, delivery and commissioning of … Continue reading

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The Benefits of Offshore Wind Energy for Coastal Communities

The U.S. Department of Energy has awarded a $2.5 million grant to a team of researchers led by Oregon State University. The funding will be used to conduct a study on how coastal communities perceive and benefit from the potential … Continue reading

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Iberdrola progress its renewable energy strategy: the company installs almost 3,000 MW in the last twelve months

Iberdrola continues to move at pace with its commitment to being at the forefront of the energy transition, accelerating decarbonization and reducing dependence on fossil fuels. The company has installed almost 3,000 MW of new renewables capacity (2,952 MW) in the last … Continue reading

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Europe Unveils Ambitious Wind Power Package

With the first power at “the world’s largest offshore wind farm” announced this month, there is finally some enthusiasm in the wind energy sector. Following months of pessimism around high material costs, low profits and mechanical issues at wind farms, … Continue reading

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