Solar power made another leap in Germany in 2024, industry figures showed on Monday, with total installed capacity surpassing 100 gigawatts for the first time. The German Solar Industry Association said an extra 17 gigawatts of photovoltaic capacity was installed last year, some 10% more than in 2023. Around 14% of German electricity consumption over … Continue reading German photovoltaic solar power capacity surpasses key milestone of 100 gigawatts
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China’s marine economy gains momentum, leading the world in offshore wind power
China’s marine economy has gained growing momentum, marked by growths in ocean fisheries and offshore wind power, the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) said. The marine economy’s contribution to China’s energy, water, and food security has become increasingly significant. In the energy sector, MNR data revealed that in 2024, offshore oilfield production accounted for 60 … Continue reading China’s marine economy gains momentum, leading the world in offshore wind power
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China’s largest marine solar photovoltaic (PV) and hydrogen power plant starts operation
A large-scale photovoltaic (PV) and hydrogen park, located in the tidal flat area of ??eastern China, has officially started operation, according to its owner, Guohua Energy Investment Co., Ltd., belonging to CHN Energy Investment Group (CHN Energy). The energy park, the largest of its kind in China, is officially known as the Rudong marine solar … Continue reading China’s largest marine solar photovoltaic (PV) and hydrogen power plant starts operation
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Largest photovoltaic solar plants in South Africa
South Africa’s Independent Power Producer (IPP) Procurement Programme has opened the country to private renewable energy investment, with 39 gigawatts of capacity planned to be built by 2030. Because of this, private companies have been able to build solar photovoltaic farms across the country, with the biggest reaching over 500 MW in capacity. Even though … Continue reading Largest photovoltaic solar plants in South Africa
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Trump accused of attacking UK wind energy policies on behalf of fossil fuel industry
Campaigners say US president-elect’s call to get rid of wind energy is based on North Sea interests of oil and gas firms. Climate campaigners have accused Donald Trump of attacking Britain’s energy policies on behalf of the fossil fuel industry, which made record donations to his presidential campaign. The US president-elect wrote in a social … Continue reading Trump accused of attacking UK wind energy policies on behalf of fossil fuel industry
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Chinese firm Windey Energy to build world’s most powerful onshore wind turbine
A China-based company has revealed plans to develop the world’s most powerful onshore wind turbines. Windey Energy will develop the ultra-large 16 MW onshore wind turbine which will be the first of its kind in the world. The plan is part of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region’s Science and Technology Innovation Major Demonstration Project. Windey … Continue reading Chinese firm Windey Energy to build world’s most powerful onshore wind turbine
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In 2024 European electricity markets reached their lowest prices since 2021 thanks to renewable energy and falling gas prices
In 2024, the main European electricity markets reached the lowest yearly prices since 2021, in most cases below €80/MWh. Gas prices were also the lowest since 2021, which contributed to the declines in electricity market prices, along with lower CO2 prices. Solar photovoltaic energy reached historical production records in all markets and wind energy in … Continue reading In 2024 European electricity markets reached their lowest prices since 2021 thanks to renewable energy and falling gas prices
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Spain approved 4 photovoltaic, hybridisation and storage projects for 404 MW in the fourth week of December
The Official State Gazette for the fourth week of December contains announcements for 4 photovoltaic projects for 404 MW, including 50.9 MW / 240.35 MWh of storage. Application for recognition, specifically, of public utility of the «Las Coronas» 50.1 MW photovoltaic solar installation, and its evacuation infrastructure, in the municipalities of Bercero, Marzales and Vega … Continue reading Spain approved 4 photovoltaic, hybridisation and storage projects for 404 MW in the fourth week of December
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Wind power and photovoltaic drive Germany’s renewable energy surge
Germany made a notable shift toward renewable energy sources last year, according to a report from the Federal Network Agency Renewable energy accounted for 59% of the country’s total electricity generation, up from 56% in 2023. Wind energy was the leading source, contributing 31.9% to the nation’s energy mix, while photovoltaic solar energy contributed 14.7%. Despite a 0.9% … Continue reading Wind power and photovoltaic drive Germany’s renewable energy surge
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Somalia opens tender for 10 MW photovoltaic solar plant in Garowe
Somalia’s Ministry of Energy and Water Resources has opened a tender for a 10-megawatt solar power plant integrated with a 20-megawatt-hour battery energy storage system. The project, part of the Somali Electricity Sector Recovery Project (SESRP) funded by the World Bank, will span 290 hectares and include a 33 kV evacuation line. Interested developers must … Continue reading Somalia opens tender for 10 MW photovoltaic solar plant in Garowe
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During the month of December, renewables generated 47.6%, with wind energy being the leading technology in the mix in Spain
Demand for electricity in Spain increased by 1.5% in December. During this month of December, renewables generated 47.6%, with wind power being the leading technology in the national mix. In 2024, renewables will reach a share of 55.8% of the total Spanish mix, as Red Eléctrica anticipated in its year-end estimates, with photovoltaics reaching 16.7% … Continue reading During the month of December, renewables generated 47.6%, with wind energy being the leading technology in the mix in Spain
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RWE successful with 31 photovoltaic solar projects in Polish auction
RWE is building solar farms with a total capacity of more than 100 megawatts (MWac) across Poland. Now RWE has been successful in the latest auction for Renewables in Poland: the Polish regulator, Urz?d Regulacji Energetyki (URE), has awarded RWE 31 solar projects with a total capacity of 102 megawatts of direct current (MWdc), which … Continue reading RWE successful with 31 photovoltaic solar projects in Polish auction
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Lithium carbonate prices decline in December, while cell prices stabilize at the bottom
Lithium carbonate prices declined in December, while SC6 prices rebounded after fluctuations Spot prices for battery-grade lithium carbonate stood at RMB 74,000-77,000/MT as of December 31. The average price was RMB 76,000/MT at the end of the month, down 2.6% MoM. CIF prices for Chinese lithium spodumene concentrate (SC6) came in at USD 810-860/MT, averaging … Continue reading Lithium carbonate prices decline in December, while cell prices stabilize at the bottom
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China is building a “Great Photovoltaic Wall”
China is undertaking an ambitious renewable energy project known as the “Solar Great Wall,” which aims to generate enough electricity to meet all of Beijing’s needs by 2030. Here are the key details about this groundbreaking initiative: The Solar Great Wall will stretch approximately 400 kilometers (about 250 miles) along the Yellow River in northern … Continue reading China is building a “Great Photovoltaic Wall”
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Fossil Fuel Interests Ramp Up Their Falsehood That “Wind Power, Photovoltaics Make Electricity More Expensive”
The Wall Street Journal article began: “As nations increasingly use supposedly cheap solar photovoltaic (PV) and wind energy, something strange happens: Our electricity bills get more expensive. This exposes the environmentalist lie that renewables have already surpassed fossil fuels and that the “green transition” is irreversible even under a second Trump administration. The claim that … Continue reading Fossil Fuel Interests Ramp Up Their Falsehood That “Wind Power, Photovoltaics Make Electricity More Expensive”
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Hinen to Showcase Advanced Energy Storage Solutions at Solar Energy Expo 2025
From January 14-16, 2025. Solar Energy Expo 2025 will be held at PTAK International Exhibition Centre in Warsaw. This premier event, organized by PTAK Warsaw Expo, is a hub for renewable energy innovation in Central and Eastern Europe, showcasing the latest in solar technology. At that time, Hinen Polandwill jointly participate in the expo with … Continue reading Hinen to Showcase Advanced Energy Storage Solutions at Solar Energy Expo 2025
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Vestas Drives Global Wind Energy Expansion with 761 MW in Orders from the US, Europe and Africa
Market leader in wind turbines, Vestas, has ended the year with an order volume reaching 761 MW in various regions. The projects span the United States, Europe and Africa, highlighting the company’s global expansion.On US soil, Vestas has secured a pair of orders for undisclosed projects. Specifically, the company will supply 60 V163-4.5 MW wind … Continue reading Vestas Drives Global Wind Energy Expansion with 761 MW in Orders from the US, Europe and Africa
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Iberdrola builds its sixth photovoltaic installation in the state of Oregon, in the United States
Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, and Portland General Electric (PGE) (NYSE: POR), are announcing the signing of a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for Tower Solar, a new 120 MWac (166 MWdc) solar energy project now under construction in Morrow County, Oregon, in collaboration with QTS … Continue reading Iberdrola builds its sixth photovoltaic installation in the state of Oregon, in the United States
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Renewable energy production grew by 11% in 2024 in the Netherlands
Driven by photovoltaic solar and wind energy, Dutch renewable power generation increased by 11% in 2024, as green energy was behind 54% of the total power production. Renewable energy production grew by 11% in 2024, according to new figures released by Energieopwek. In the past year, there were more green electricity surpluses which resulted in … Continue reading Renewable energy production grew by 11% in 2024 in the Netherlands
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Portugal’s renewable energy production set to hit record high in 2024
Hydropower produced 28 percent of the electricity consumed in Portugal last year, followed by wind power with 27 percent, photovoltaic at 10 percent and biomass at 6 percent. Renewable energy production rose to a record high in Portugal last year and natural gas consumption fell to a 20-year low as the country installed more solar … Continue reading Portugal’s renewable energy production set to hit record high in 2024
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