The Argentine Wind Chamber (CEA) announced its evolution towards a new identity that brings together renewable energy generators from different sources, it said, which reflects its commitment to a more sustainable energy future. The entity was born as a group of companies whose energy production area was wind energy and with this decision it incorporates … Continue reading Renewable energy producers are grouped into a single entity in Argentina
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Intelligent drones increase offshore wind efficiency
Artificial intelligence combined with drones offers significant advantages for offshore wind. Advanced AI technologies not only enhance safety and efficiency of offshore activities but also reduce emissions and lower operational costs. AI-equipped drones perform complex inspections, maintenance, and cargo delivery, enabling wind turbines to perform at their peak. New applications and capacities of drones frequently … Continue reading Intelligent drones increase offshore wind efficiency
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Naturgy launches a new wind farm in Castilla y León
The wind farm has a capacity of 49.5 MW and will produce 126 GWh of renewable energy annually, equivalent to the annual consumption of nearly 40,000 homes.Naturgy already manages thirty wind farms in Castilla y León, a key region for its renewable growth plan. The company has exceeded 1,000 MW of renewable power already in … Continue reading Naturgy launches a new wind farm in Castilla y León
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Swaywind partners with EcoGen Energy to launch 14 new offshore wind turbines
Swaywind, a leading wind farm company specializing in the construction and management of wind energy projects, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with EcoGen Energy, a renowned renewable energy solutions provider. Together, the companies will launch 14 new offshore wind turbines, marking a significant step forward in the expansion of clean energy infrastructure. This … Continue reading Swaywind partners with EcoGen Energy to launch 14 new offshore wind turbines
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Statkraft’s second wind farm in Burgos comes into operation
Statkraft has launched the Cernégula wind farm, the second wind farm it is developing in Castilla y León and in the province of Burgos, where the Páramo de Poza wind farm is already in operation. This wind farm, which began construction in December 2023, has 8 wind turbines and an installed capacity of 47 MW, … Continue reading Statkraft’s second wind farm in Burgos comes into operation
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UK unveils CfD reforms aimed at boosting offshore wind energy
The UK government is trying to pave the way for more offshore wind projects, and today launched a consultation on proposed reforms for this year’s AR7 Contracts for Difference (CfD) auction. The UK is already home to the world’s three largest operational offshore wind farm projects, but must secure more to deliver clean energy by … Continue reading UK unveils CfD reforms aimed at boosting offshore wind energy
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The best wind turbines and innovations of 2024
Every year, the specialized media Windpower Monthly presents the prestigious “Wind Turbines of the Year” awards, considered among the most recognized in the industry. These awards provide a global perspective on the trends shaping the sector, from new models to the latest technological innovations. Although the detailed reports and in-depth insights are behind a paywall, … Continue reading The best wind turbines and innovations of 2024
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Türkiye to install 1 GW wind energy capacity in 2025
After 2026, energy storage systems to debut, enhancing grid stability and optimizing use of wind power. Türkiye’s wind energy installation is forecast to increase by 1 gigawatts (GW) in 2025 to reach 14 GW. The country currently has 13 GW of installed capacity with plans to raise its solar and wind energy installed capacity to … Continue reading Türkiye to install 1 GW wind energy capacity in 2025
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The first wind turbine branded Nordex
Just one year after Nordex was established 1985, the very first Nordex-branded turbine was installed in 1986: the N27. With its 250kW generator, it was the world’s most powerful turbine at that time. A light-wind version of the N27 with 150kW followed. Developed by the visionary brothers Carsten and Jens Pedersen and Nordex’s inaugural employee, … Continue reading The first wind turbine branded Nordex
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The big question for onshore wind: what to do with ageing wind turbines?
With wind power a foundation of the energy transition, we forecast how the ageing global fleet will be addressed. As the global onshore wind energy sector matures, the industry faces the challenge of how to manage ageing turbines as they reach the end of their operational lives. Our latest forecast for the market shows that … Continue reading The big question for onshore wind: what to do with ageing wind turbines?
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Siemens Gamesa to expand its blade manufacturing plant in France for 14 MW wind turbines
Siemens Gamesa is committing around EUR 200 million to expand its offshore wind blade factory in Le Havre, France, to support the production of blades for 14 MW wind turbines.The expanded facility will focus on producing 115-metre-long blades (B115) for 14 MW turbines, with more than 16 GW of firm orders secured, according to the … Continue reading Siemens Gamesa to expand its blade manufacturing plant in France for 14 MW wind turbines
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Acciona Energía successfully completes the installation of all wind turbines at the Forty Mile wind farm in Bow Island, Alberta, Canada
ACCIONA Energía has announced today that it has successfully completed the installation of all the wind turbines at the Forty Mile wind farm in Bow Island, Alberta, Canada, marking a significant milestone in its progress. In addition, the company has already connected 14 of the 49 turbines that make up the park to the grid, … Continue reading Acciona Energía successfully completes the installation of all wind turbines at the Forty Mile wind farm in Bow Island, Alberta, Canada
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Suzlon to supply 64 S144 turbines with 201.6 MW of wind power to Oyster Renewable
Suzlon Group, India’s largest renewable energy solutions provider, has secured a repeat order of 201.6 MW from Oyster Renewable, reasserting its leadership in India’s wind energy sector. With this latest addition, Suzlon’s partnership with Oyster Renewable has now grown to 283.5 MW in Madhya Pradesh within just nine months, which will further strengthen Madhya Pradesh’s … Continue reading Suzlon to supply 64 S144 turbines with 201.6 MW of wind power to Oyster Renewable
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Wind farm with 21 wind turbines in Paraíba (Brazil) receives government credit
The Board of Directors of Sudene approved the release of the first installment of financing from the Northeast Development Fund (FDNE) for the Borborema II Wind Farm, located in Pocinhos, Paraíba. R$ 62.6 million will be paid out of a R$ 235.7 million loan, with a total investment of R$ 437.3 million. The financing was … Continue reading Wind farm with 21 wind turbines in Paraíba (Brazil) receives government credit
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Wind power in Olavarría: wind turbine components arrived
With an investment of US$80 million, YPF’s wind energy project will be located 10 kilometers from the city of Buenos Aires, on land belonging to Cementos Avellaneda.The main components of the wind turbines destined for the CASA Wind Farm, which YPF Luz is building in Olavarría, began to arrive at the Port of Bahía Blanca. … Continue reading Wind power in Olavarría: wind turbine components arrived
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OECD report highlights global disparity in wind energy support
A new OECD report finds significant disparities between government support received by Chinese and European wind turbine manufacturers. The report highlights that Government-backed support for Chinese manufacturers has regularly been higher than the support available for their European counterparts for over a decade. In April 2024 the European Commission opened an investigation into Chinese suppliers … Continue reading OECD report highlights global disparity in wind energy support
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ACP Statement on Tariffs on U.S. Imports from Canada, Mexico, and China
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from?Jason Grumet, ACP CEO following the announcement of tariffs on U.S. imports from Canada, Mexico, and China: “ACP and its member companies share the Trump Administration’s concern over the fentanyl crisis and public health emergency impacting our communities. ACP recognizes and appreciates the Administration’s early focus on this crisis. “ACP … Continue reading ACP Statement on Tariffs on U.S. Imports from Canada, Mexico, and China
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President Trump’s new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China could hit the solar, battery, wind power and electric vehicle industries particularly hard
Clean energy has gotten steadily cheaper for years thanks to a global network of research facilities and factories. That’s over now. President Donald Trump’s decision on Saturday to slap steep tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China signals the birth of a new global trade regime: one focused on nationalist protections, with potentially expensive repercussions for … Continue reading President Trump’s new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China could hit the solar, battery, wind power and electric vehicle industries particularly hard
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New study doubles EU wind power potential
Bigger wind turbines and relaxed minimum distance rules from buildings have doubled Europe’s potential for commercially viable wind power since a similar assessment just seven years ago. France and Spain alone could generate enough electricity equivalent to the EU’s projected 2050 demand of around 4,000 TWh, new modelling by the bloc’s researchers at the JRC … Continue reading New study doubles EU wind power potential
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Photovoltaic (PV) versus wind turbines
Solar panels are marvels of modern technology, harnessing the vast power of the sun. These devices utilize photovoltaic (PV) cells to turn sunlight directly into electricity. At the heart of these cells is silicon, a semiconductor material that plays a crucial role in energy conversion. When sunlight hits the solar panel, it causes electrons in … Continue reading Photovoltaic (PV) versus wind turbines
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