The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has issued a request for proposals (RFP) under the Competitiveness Improvement Project (CIP) to support the development of small- and medium-sized wind turbine technology. The 2025 RFP includes significant program changes aimed at streamlining the process of innovative design development, optimization, testing, and certification … Continue reading Proposals From US Wind Turbine Manufacturers
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First Cohort of Solar Energy Innovators Awarded in Solar Prize Round 8
After competing in the Ready! Contest in the American-Made Solar Prize Round 8, 20 new innovators are now on their way to advancing technologies that can support the solar industry’s growth and adoption. These semifinalist teams each won $50,000 to further their innovations in the second phase of the prize. The U.S. Department of Energy … Continue reading First Cohort of Solar Energy Innovators Awarded in Solar Prize Round 8
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Floating photovoltaic (PV) could support US energy goals
Federal reservoirs could help meet the country’s solar energy needs, according to a new study published in Solar Energy. For the study, Evan Rosenlieb and Marie Rivers, geospatial scientists at the U.S. Department of Energy National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), as well as Aaron Levine, a senior legal and regulatory analyst at NREL, quantified for … Continue reading Floating photovoltaic (PV) could support US energy goals
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Naturgy commissions three new photovoltaic (PV) plants in Extremadura with 150 MW
The three new photovoltaic plants have a combined capacity of 150 MW and have required an investment of 70 million euros. Their estimated production will be 315 GWh/year, which will represent 46% of Naturgy’s current annual production in Extremadura, avoiding the emission of more than 150,000 tons of CO2 into the atmosphere. Naturgy has commissioned … Continue reading Naturgy commissions three new photovoltaic (PV) plants in Extremadura with 150 MW
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Jakob Wegge-Larsen to become Vestas’ new Chief Financial Officer
Vestas is pleased to announce that Jakob Wegge-Larsen will become Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Vestas and member of Executive Management. He is expected to take up the position as CFO during the second quarter of 2025. Jakob Wegge-Larsen joins Vestas from DB Schenker where he currently serves as CFO and member of the Management … Continue reading Jakob Wegge-Larsen to become Vestas’ new Chief Financial Officer
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As China ramps up investment in concentrated solar power (CSP), is the technology poised for a revival?
Thousands of mirrors neatly arranged in concentric circles gaze up at an enormous concrete pillar towering 195 meters (640 feet) above the desert sand. Not far from Las Vegas, the Crescent Dunes concentrating solar power plant looks like something from a sci-fi flick. But it’s actually a real-world billion-dollar megaproject, completed in 2015 with the goal of making electricity for … Continue reading As China ramps up investment in concentrated solar power (CSP), is the technology poised for a revival?
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Nordex receives orders for 638 MW of wind power in Türkiye in Q4, exceeds 1 GW of orders in 2024
In the fourth quarter of 2024, Nordex received orders for a total of 97 wind turbines from Türkiye, the majority of which were placed by the end of December. The orders totalling 638 MW also include service contracts for the wind turbines over a period of several years. With these orders, the Nordex Group achieved … Continue reading Nordex receives orders for 638 MW of wind power in Türkiye in Q4, exceeds 1 GW of orders in 2024
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Gas, wind energy and demand again marked a mixed evolution of European electricity market prices in the second week of 2025
In the second week of 2025, gas prices, wind energy and demand again marked a mixed evolution in the main European electricity markets. Declining gas prices and increased wind energy production drove prices down in some markets, while in others, rising demand favored the increase in prices. In the British N2EX market, on January 10 … Continue reading Gas, wind energy and demand again marked a mixed evolution of European electricity market prices in the second week of 2025
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UAE President witnesses launch of world’s first 24/7 Solar Photovoltaic (PV), Battery Storage gigascale project to be built in Abu Dhabi
In the presence of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar and Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) today announced the launch of the world’s first large-scale ‘round the clock’ gigascale project, combining solar power and battery storage in Abu Dhabi. The launch was announced … Continue reading UAE President witnesses launch of world’s first 24/7 Solar Photovoltaic (PV), Battery Storage gigascale project to be built in Abu Dhabi
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Chile sets wind and photovoltaic records in 2024
In December 2024, Chile generated 42% of its electricity from wind and photovoltaic, surpassing the previous monthly record of 39.6% set in September 2024. This is according to the latest figures from global energy think tank Ember, which show that throughout 2024, solar and wind generated a record 33% of Chile’s electricity, up from 30% … Continue reading Chile sets wind and photovoltaic records in 2024
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Vattenfall signs contract for wind farm service vessels
Vattenfall has signed a contract with French ship owner Louis Dreyfus Armateurs for up to three large Service Operation Vessels to be used at existing and planned offshore wind farms in the North Sea. The 90 meter Service Operation Vessels will be used to support offshore wind farm operations and maintenance in the North Sea … Continue reading Vattenfall signs contract for wind farm service vessels
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Nordex secures orders for 247 MW wind turbines from Canada and reaches 1 GW of wind energy sales in North America in 2024
Nordex’s order intake for North America increased by 350% compared to the previous year. At the end of December, Nordex Group received orders for 36 N163/6.X wind turbines for projects in Canada. The Delta4000 series wind turbines are destined for wind farms in Nova Scotia. Nordex Group will deliver the wind turbines, each with a … Continue reading Nordex secures orders for 247 MW wind turbines from Canada and reaches 1 GW of wind energy sales in North America in 2024
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Test campaign of the new E-175 EP5 E2 wind turbines
ENERCON’s preparations for wind power market launch are in full swing / Logistics are ready for delivery to prototype construction site in Germany ENERCON’s preparations for the market launch of the new E-175 EP5 E2 are in full swing: The prototype team is making further progress with the test campaign of the E2 generator at … Continue reading Test campaign of the new E-175 EP5 E2 wind turbines
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Off-Grid Energy Mastery: Your Comprehensive Guide to Battery Systems and Photovoltaic Solar Integration
Broadly speaking, off-grid batteries capture and store energy generated from solar panels. These batteries are important in making sure you’ve got a continuous power supply, especially during periods when sunlight is unavailable. Essentially, they enable you to harness solar energy, provide resilience against grid outages, and often result in long-term cost savings. To get a … Continue reading Off-Grid Energy Mastery: Your Comprehensive Guide to Battery Systems and Photovoltaic Solar Integration
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India to reach 97.86 GW of photovoltaic (PV) and 48.16 GW of wind power in 2024
India’s renewable energy sector has made remarkable progress, the Union Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has reported. Between December 2023 and December 2024, the total installed renewable energy capacity reached 209.44 GW, reflecting a growth of 15.84% compared to 180.80 GW in December 2023. This achievement underlines India’s commitment to its clean energy … Continue reading India to reach 97.86 GW of photovoltaic (PV) and 48.16 GW of wind power in 2024
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China’s first autonomous offshore wind power inspection platform begins operation in E.China’s Jiangsu
China’s first autonomous offshore wind power inspection platform was officially put into operation at an offshore wind farm on Saturday in Rudong, East China’s Jiangsu Province, marking a significant breakthrough in the operation and maintenance capabilities of the country’s offshore wind power equipment, CCTV reported. The platform, developed by China Longyuan Power Group, a subsidiary … Continue reading China’s first autonomous offshore wind power inspection platform begins operation in E.China’s Jiangsu
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PPC Renewables places three orders with Nordex for a total of 100 MW of wind power in Greece
Nordex surpasses the 1 GW mark of wind turbines in Greece. In December 2024, PPC Renewables, a 100 percent subsidiary of PPC Group, ordered 19 N149/5.X wind turbines from the Nordex Group in Greece. The wind turbines with hub heights of 100 meters are intended for three projects with a total nominal capacity of 100 … Continue reading PPC Renewables places three orders with Nordex for a total of 100 MW of wind power in Greece
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How did the solar energy photovoltaic sector performed in 2024?
Last year, we started the first edition of the year by focusing on the EU Market Outlook for Solar Power. Similarly to last year, the report is dense, but it contains a wealth of interesting data and predictions. If you wish to make a comparison, we recommend splitting your screen in two, with the edition … Continue reading How did the solar energy photovoltaic sector performed in 2024?
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Solar energy photovoltaic (PV) grew by 40% in 2024 and reaches 52 GW in Brazil
Solar energy photovoltaic has just reached the 52 GW mark of installed capacity in Brazil, according to a report published by ABSOLAR (Brazilian Association of Solar Photovoltaic Energy).In the same period last year, the volume of installed photovoltaic power in operation in the country was 37 GW, representing a growth of approximately 40% since then. … Continue reading Solar energy photovoltaic (PV) grew by 40% in 2024 and reaches 52 GW in Brazil
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Europe gets 20% of its electricity from wind. But not enough new wind farms being built. Urgent action needed on permitting, grids and electrification
Europe gets 20% of its electricity from wind power, but not enough new wind farms are being built. Urgent action is needed on permitting, grids and electrification. Wind energy was 20% of all the electricity consumed in Europe. But Europe is not building enough new wind farms. The EU built only 13 GW last year, … Continue reading Europe gets 20% of its electricity from wind. But not enough new wind farms being built. Urgent action needed on permitting, grids and electrification
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