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EU Commission, Member States and Wind Industry sign the Wind Charter

Posted on January 26, 2024 by Now.Solar

December 19th in Brussels, the EU Commission, EU Member States, and the Wind Industry sign the Wind Charter. The Charter follows the EU`s Wind Power Action Plan that was published by the EU Commission in October. The Plan is a … Continue reading →

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RWE further expands its renewables portfolio in France, securing contracts for one onshore wind project and one solar project

Posted on January 25, 2024 by Now.Solar

The French CRE (Commission for the Regulation of Energy) has published the results of the latest technology-neutral call to tender for hydro, wind and photovoltaic projects. RWE has been awarded one onshore wind project as well as one solar project, … Continue reading →

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Ingeteam and EIB sign €46 million loan to develop cutting-edge technology and new solutions for the energy transition

Posted on January 25, 2024 by Now.Solar

The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Ingeteam have signed a €46 million loan for a two-year investment plan covering the research, development and innovation (RDI) activities of the Spanish company specialised in electrical engineering and the development of electrical equipment, motors, … Continue reading →

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Wind power in Peru: Acciona wind farm

Posted on January 24, 2024 by Now.Solar

ACCIONA Energía has connected its first renewable energy project in Peru, the San Juan de Marcona wind farm (135,7MW), to the National Interconnected Electricity System (SEIN) grid, representing an investment by the global renewable energy company of US$180 million (€164 … Continue reading →

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Iberdrola signs its largest ever credit line for €5.3 billion with 33 banks

Posted on January 24, 2024 by Now.Solar

Iberdrola continues to strengthen its liquidity position, confirming today that it has refinanced €5.3 billion by signing its largest ever credit facility. The agreement, signed with 33 international banks, also helps to consolidate its leadership in sustainable financing, with the conditions of … Continue reading →

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Clean Energy Leader Anne Reynolds Joins ACP as Vice President, Offshore Wind

Posted on January 23, 2024 by Now.Solar

The American Clean Power Association (ACP) today announced that Anne Reynolds, a leader in the clean energy industry, will join the organization as the new Vice President, Offshore Wind, bringing a wealth of experience and a strong track record in … Continue reading →

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Suzlon secures 193.2 MW wind order from The KP Group in Gujarat

Posted on January 23, 2024 by Now.Solar

Supply 92 wind turbines of 2.1 MW nominal power each. Wind farm with a total installed capacity of 193.2 MW to be completed at Vagra and Vilayat in Bharuch district of Gujarat. This will be part of the Wind-Solar Hybrid … Continue reading →

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Vestas is awarded 45 MW of wind power in Germany

Posted on January 22, 2024 by Now.Solar

Vestas has received a firm order from BayWa r.e. for the Dollenkamp wind farm in Brakel, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. The order consists of eight V162-5.6 MW wind turbines and includes the supply, delivery and commissioning of the wind turbines. Upon … Continue reading →

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Vestas supplies 14 V162-6.2 wind turbines and 87 MW of wind power in Lithuania

Posted on January 22, 2024 by Now.Solar

Vestas has received a firm order from UAB Vejoteka, owned by Enefit Green, for the Kelme II wind farm project in Lithuania. The order consists of 14 V162-6.2 MW wind turbines and includes the supply, delivery and commissioning of the … Continue reading →

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Türkiye is one of Europe’s leading countries in wind energy

Posted on January 21, 2024 by Now.Solar

While the Global Wind Energy Council pointed out that the terawatt era will begin in global wind energy installed power at the end of 2023, Turkey stood out as the 5th largest wind industry in Europe. The company, which started … Continue reading →

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Solar power and on-shore wind energy provide cheapest electricity and nuclear most expensive

Posted on January 21, 2024 by Now.Solar

Estimates show small modular nuclear reactors would provide most expensive power and will not be available until 2030.Electricity generated by solar and on-shore wind is the cheapest in Australia, even after the significant expense of integrating them into the power … Continue reading →

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Vattenfall switches from 15 MW wind turbines from Siemens Gamesa to Vestas for offshore wind projects in Norfolk

Posted on January 20, 2024 by Now.Solar

Vattenfall, the Swedish power company, has announced that it will switch from Siemens Gamesa to Vestas as the supplier of wind turbines for its planned offshore wind projects in Norfolk, United Kingdom. Vattenfall’s decision to opt for Vestas’ 15 MW … Continue reading →

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Vestas secures a 401 MW order for a wind farm in Arizona, USA

Posted on January 20, 2024 by Now.Solar

Vestas has received a nameplate capacity order of 401 MW for the West Camp Wind Farm in Navajo County, Arizona, owned by The AES Corporation. The order consists of 89 V150-4.5 MW wind turbines. The order includes the supply, delivery … Continue reading →

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Vestas and RWE partner to promote exclusivity agreements and preferred suppliers for the Norfolk Wind Zone

Posted on January 19, 2024 by Now.Solar

Vestas is pleased to announce that it is partnering with RWE, one of the world’s leading renewable energy companies, to power the UK’s Norfolk wind farm, following yesterday’s agreement between RWE and Vattenfall for RWE to take over of the … Continue reading →

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Vestas wins order for Ecowende’s Hollandse Kust West offshore wind farm in the Netherlands

Posted on January 19, 2024 by Now.Solar

Dutch wind farm developer Ecowende, a joint venture between Shell and Eneco, has placed an order for 52 V236-15.0 MW wind turbines for the Ecowende wind farm at Hollandse Kust Site VI (west). Once installed, Vestas will service the wind … Continue reading →

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Vattenfall to divest Norfolk Offshore Wind Zone to RWE

Posted on January 18, 2024 by Now.Solar

Vattenfall has signed an agreement with RWE to divest the Norfolk Offshore Wind Zone. The agreed purchase price corresponds to an enterprise value of £963 million. The deal ensures the continued development of the projects and fossil-free electricity for millions … Continue reading →

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ACP Statement on Administration Guidance for Green Hydrogen Tax Credits

Posted on January 18, 2024 by Now.Solar

The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from ACP Chief Executive Officer Jason Grumet after the U.S. Treasury Department released proposed guidance on clean energy investment and production tax credits for green hydrogen projects: “The Biden Administration’s … Continue reading →

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OX2 has handed over Juniewicze wind farm in Poland to Octopus Energy Generation

Posted on January 17, 2024 by Now.Solar

OX2 has handed over the Juniewicze wind farm in the municipality of Huszlew, Poland, to Octopus Energy Generation. The wind farm comprises 16 wind turbines with a total installed capacity of 48 MW. OX2 and Octopus Energy Generation signed a … Continue reading →

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Elevated subsidies enable offshore wind to end 2023 on a high note

Posted on January 17, 2024 by Now.Solar

Ørsted’s final investment decision on the Hornsea 3 project reveals the intricate dynamics of competitive tenders, pricing strategies, and regulatory advantages, showcasing how higher subsidies is shaping the success of offshore wind projects and emphasising the pivotal role of policy … Continue reading →

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U.S. Department of Energy Top Clean Energy Accomplishments in 2023

Posted on January 16, 2024 by Now.Solar

In 2023, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) made monumental strides in advancing the clean energy goals of the Biden-Harris Administration. Through hundreds of funding announcements to make clean energy more accessible in every state, investments in scientific research, historic … Continue reading →

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Scotland: TotalEnergies Farms Down 25.5% of the Seagreen Offshore Wind Farm to PTTEP

Posted on January 16, 2024 by Now.Solar

In line with its renewables business model, TotalEnergies has signed an agreement with Thailand’s national oil and gas company PTTEP for the sale of a 25.5% equity stake in the Seagreen offshore wind farm for a consideration of £522 million … Continue reading →

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Vestas secures 1.053 MW orders for V163-4.5 MW wind turbine in the USA

Posted on January 15, 2024 by Now.Solar

Vestas has received a 603 MW order to power an undisclosed wind farm in the USA. The order consists of 134 V163-4.5 MW wind turbines, Vestas’ newest high-capacity wind turbine. The order includes supply, delivery, and commissioning of the wind … Continue reading →

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Envision planned a wind power plant to be built in East Java

Posted on January 15, 2024 by Now.Solar

Breaking ground in East Java, the Chinese investor, Envision Group, has announced its plan to construct a Wind Power Plant (PLTB) in Blitar Regency. The Head of the Investment and One Stop Integrated Service Department in Blitar, Puguh Imam Santoso, confirmed … Continue reading →

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Vestas secures 945 MW order for V163-4.5 MW wind turbines in the US

Posted on January 14, 2024 by Now.Solar

Vestas has received a 945 MW order for the undisclosed wind farm in the US. The order consists of 210 V163-4.5 MW wind turbines, Vestas’ newest high-capacity wind turbine. The order includes the supply, delivery and commissioning of the wind … Continue reading →

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Chile, 17 hours of storage with Concentrated Solar Power

Posted on January 14, 2024 by Now.Solar

In the Atacama Desert, the driest in the world located in northern Chile, the only Concentrated Solar Power tower in Latin America operates, a symbol of an energy revolution in the making against climate change. Aerial view of Cerro Dominador, … Continue reading →

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Offshore wind energy in northern California and southern Oregon

Posted on January 13, 2024 by Now.Solar

The potential for offshore wind power development along the northern California and southern Oregon coasts remains largely untapped. However, there is growing interest in taking advantage of this abundant renewable resource.Here we explore the challenges and opportunities of expanding offshore … Continue reading →

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Maryland to share the love of offshore wind power with Delaware

Posted on January 13, 2024 by Now.Solar

Maryland, known for its commitment to renewable energy, will share its offshore wind resources with neighboring Delaware. The two states have announced an innovative partnership that will allow Delaware to purchase a portion of the electricity generated by Maryland’s offshore … Continue reading →

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Adani wind power project to offer lowest unit price in Sri Lanka

Posted on January 12, 2024 by Now.Solar

Sri Lanka is grappling with rising electricity generation costs, without the benefits seen in neighboring countries with Independent Power Producers (IPPs).Inadequate transmission planning revealed by network failures contrasts with advanced private settings in India, emphasizing technology-driven customer empowerment. To move … Continue reading →

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Contrary to what some politicians like Trump claim, offshore wind energy does not kill whales

Posted on January 12, 2024 by Now.Solar

Offshore wind farms have been a topic of debate lately, with some politicians claiming they pose a threat to marine life, particularly whales. However, a closer look at the research and scientific evidence reveals that these claims are unfounded. In … Continue reading →

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Vietnam considers importing wind power from Laos amid electricity shortage concerns

Posted on January 11, 2024 by Now.Solar

In an effort to address potential power shortages in its northern region, Vietnam is considering importing wind power from its neighboring country, Laos. The national energy monopoly, Vietnam Electricity (EVN), has requested approval to import at an economically viable rate … Continue reading →

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Iberdrola to install Spain’s first hybrid hydroelectric and solar plant

Posted on January 11, 2024 by Now.Solar

Iberdrola España has obtained environmental approval for Spain’s first hybrid photovoltaic and hydroelectric plantExternal link, opens in new window.  with the publication of the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) in the Official State Gazette (BOE). Called HIDRO Cedillo, the project will be located in … Continue reading →

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China strengthens solar and wind energy to boost green development

Posted on January 10, 2024 by Now.Solar

In the first half of this year, China’s installed capacity of renewable energy surpassed that of coal power for the first time in its history, indicating a change in the country’s energy structure. Renewable energy installed capacity continued to grow … Continue reading →

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Vestas wins order for 41 wind turbines and 254 MW of wind power in Australia

Posted on January 10, 2024 by Now.Solar

Vestas has received an order for 254 MW to power an undisclosed wind farm in Australia. The order consists of 41 V162-6.2 MW wind turbines from the EnVentus platform. Vestas will also deliver the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) of … Continue reading →

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China’s largest floating photovoltaic power station on mining subsidence area fully operational

Posted on January 9, 2024 by Now.Solar

China’s largest floating photovoltaic (PV) power station, Anhui Fuyang Southern Wind-solar-storage Base floating PV power station, achieved full capacity grid connection on Wednesday. Located in Fuyang City of east China’s Anhui Province, the new PV power station is constructed in … Continue reading →

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SSE Renewables and FuturEnergy Ireland submit planning application for Glenora wind farm

Posted on January 9, 2024 by Now.Solar

SSE Renewables and FuturEnergy Ireland have jointly submitted a planning application for Glenora wind farm to An Bord Pleanála. The proposed site is located in North Mayo, approximately 7 km southwest of Ballycastle and 6km southeast of Belderrig. The two … Continue reading →

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Suzlon secures new order for 100.8 MW of wind power for 32 3 MW wind turbines

Posted on January 8, 2024 by Now.Solar

To supply 32 wind turbines with a rated capacity of 3.15 MW each. Wind farm with a total installed capacity of 100.8 MW to be completed in KarnatakaElectricity generated from the project will be supplied to Commercial and Industrial (C&I)customers. … Continue reading →

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The development of wind energy in Brazil

Posted on January 8, 2024 by Now.Solar

One of the factors that helps in the development process of the wind sector is the decarbonization of energy matrices and the search for renewable solutions. The generation of wind energy, a source of renewable and sustainable energy, had important … Continue reading →

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Pattern Energy Closes $11 Billion Financing of Largest Clean Energy Infrastructure Project in U.S. History

Posted on January 6, 2024 by Now.Solar

Full construction underway on SunZia Transmission and SunZia Wind, bringing clean power to 3 million Americans and over $20 billion in expected economic impacts. Pattern Energy Group LP (Pattern Energy), a leader in renewable energy and transmission infrastructure, has closed … Continue reading →

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Prysmian Group announces the successful commissioning of the inter-array cable system for the Fécamp offshore wind farm

Posted on January 6, 2024 by Now.Solar

Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, announces the successful commissioning of the inter-array cable system for the Fécamp offshore wind farm, located in the English Channel, some 24 km off the French coast, in … Continue reading →

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The largest electrical cable in the world allows sharing wind energy 765 km away

Posted on January 3, 2024 by Now.Solar

Viking Link is the largest HVDC interconnector in the world. Or in other words, the longest electrical cable, 765 km long and connecting the electrical networks of the United Kingdom and Denmark. This is a high-voltage submarine cable, buried in … Continue reading →

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Navigating Indonesia’s PowerSystem Decarbonisation withthe Indonesia Just EnergyTransition Partnership

Posted on January 2, 2024 by Now.Solar

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China powers up Bangladesh’s wind power project

Posted on December 12, 2023 by Now.Solar

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

Posted on December 10, 2023 by Now.Solar

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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ACP Statement on DOE Grant Funding in Support of Grid Expansion

Posted on December 6, 2023 by Now.Solar

The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement today from Vice President of Markets and Transmission Carrie Zalewski after the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced $3.5 billion in federal grant funding to help support grid expansion in the U.S.:  … Continue reading →

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Siemens Energy Considering New Turbine Design to Improve Wind Energy Business

Posted on December 4, 2023 by Now.Solar

Siemens Energy AG is exploring the possibility of developing a new turbine to replace a system that has caused significant financial losses for its wind energy business. The company is looking for ways to shore up its beleaguered wind energy … Continue reading →

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Gov. Hochul’s Veto Threatens Clean Energy Goals

Posted on December 3, 2023 by Now.Solar

The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from ACP Director of Eastern Region State Affairs Moira Cyphers, after New York Governor Hochul vetoed the Planned Offshore Wind Transmission Act today:   “Governor Hochul must get serious about reaching … Continue reading →

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EDP Renewables surpasses the 1 GWp installed capacity milestone in Asia Pacific

Posted on December 3, 2023 by Now.Solar

EDP Renewables has more than doubled its installed solar capacity in the Asia Pacific region, from approximately 480 MWp in February 2022 to more than 1 GWp. This is an important milestone for the company as it showcases its steadfast … Continue reading →

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Siemens Gamesa Planning New Onshore Wind Turbine Platform Following Technical Issues

Posted on December 2, 2023 by Now.Solar

Siemens Gamesa, a leading renewable energy company, is said to be contemplating the development of a fresh onshore wind turbine platform. This decision comes after the company experienced significant technical issues with its existing flagship models, the 4.X and 5.X … Continue reading →

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ACP Statement on BOEM Modernization Rule Decision

Posted on December 1, 2023 by Now.Solar

The American Clean Power Association (ACP) today praised the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s (BOEM) issuance of its proposed Renewable Energy Modernization Rule. ACP is encouraged by BOEM’s efforts to improve offshore wind leasing, permitting, and safety regulations, which have … Continue reading →

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Decentralised Renewables Solutions Can Improve Healthcare Services for Almost 1 Billion People

Posted on November 30, 2023 by Now.Solar

Close to 1 billion people in low- and lower-middle income countries are served by healthcare facilities that lack a reliable electricity supply, according to a new report from the World Health Organization (WHO), the World Bank, the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), and Sustainable … Continue reading →

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