Saipem has introduced Star1, a cutting-edge floating wind foundation designed to support next-generation offshore wind turbines, including those exceeding 20 MW, Trend reports via the company. Star1 features a steel semi-submersible structure with a distinctive star-shaped design, consisting of three arms converging at the center, where the turbine tower is installed. This configuration enhances stability, … Continue reading Saipem unveils its advanced floating offshore wind technology
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2.5 GW Mareld Floating Offshore Wind Farm in Sweden Granted Natura 2000 Permit
Freja Offshore, a joint venture owned by Hexicon and Mainstream Renewable Power, has received the Natura 2000 permit for the Mareld offshore wind farm, located approximately 40 kilometres west of Lysekil, within Sweden’s exclusive economic zone. The County Administrative Board of Västra Götaland has granted a Natura 2000 permit for Freja Offshore’s Mareld offshore wind … Continue reading 2.5 GW Mareld Floating Offshore Wind Farm in Sweden Granted Natura 2000 Permit
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UK unlocks floating offshore wind power with major investment for Scottish port
The expansion of Port of Cromarty Firth will make it the first port able to make floating offshore wind turbines on site and at scale in the UK, backed by a grant from the Floating Offshore Wind Manufacturing Investment Scheme (FLOWMIS). Grant funding from UK government into Scotland’s floating offshore wind sector to drive growth … Continue reading UK unlocks floating offshore wind power with major investment for Scottish port
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LS Cable partners with Balmoral on floating offshore wind business
LS Cable & System Ltd. has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with U.K.-based marine engineering company Balmoral Comtec Ltd. to collaborate on the floating offshore wind power business, the company announced Thursday. Floating offshore wind power generates electricity by placing wind turbines on floating platforms in deep waters, harnessing the power of sea winds. … Continue reading LS Cable partners with Balmoral on floating offshore wind business
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Floating photovoltaic, a new frontier for renewable energy
As the demand for solar energy grows, floating solar photovoltaics (FPVs) are emerging as a key solution to land constraints. New research suggests that installing FPVs on just 10% of suitable water bodies could generate enough electricity to meet 16% of some countries’ energy needs. With additional benefits such as reducing water loss and improving … Continue reading Floating photovoltaic, a new frontier for renewable energy
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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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Windey unveils a 16 MW floating wind turbine and plans a 16 MW onshore model
Windey has installed a 16 MW wind turbine on a floating offshore wind platform, according to a LinkedIn post and coverage by Windpower Monthly. While the announcement is somewhat unclear, Windey states that the platform, named Seahawk, has been tested for over a year and features doubly fed induction generator (DFIG) technology. The accompanying photo … Continue reading Windey unveils a 16 MW floating wind turbine and plans a 16 MW onshore model
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New floating photovoltaic (PV) power plant in Shandong, China
Workers recently finished inspecting and cleaning the solar panels of a large floating photovoltaic power generation project in Lingcheng district of Dezhou, Shandong province. The project, spanning an area equivalent to 800 standard soccer fields, is situated over the waters of Dingzhuang reservoir, which serves as an industrial water source for the Dezhou power plant … Continue reading New floating photovoltaic (PV) power plant in Shandong, China
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Mingyang’s 16.6 MW floating wind turbine begins operation in China
Mingyang’s 16.6 MW floating wind turbine begins operation in China. Chinese company Mingyang Smart Energy has put into operation what is said to be the world’s largest capacity floating wind platform, with a nominal output of 16.6 MW, at the Qingzhou IV offshore wind farm in the South China Sea. The wind turbine, named OceanX, … Continue reading Mingyang’s 16.6 MW floating wind turbine begins operation in China
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Global floating photovoltaic installation to reach 77 GW by 2033, says Wood Mackenzie
According to Wood Mackenzie’s Floating Photovoltaics (PV) Market Overview 2024 report, global floating photovoltaic (FPV) installed capacity is expected to grow to 77 GW (DC) by 2033, of which the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region will account for 81% of the share, reaching 57 GW (DC). Growth in the Asia Pacific region is mainly driven by India, … Continue reading Global floating photovoltaic installation to reach 77 GW by 2033, says Wood Mackenzie
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Norway takes promising steps towards advancing floating wind
Norway has taken a big step towards commercial scale floating offshore wind. The Norwegian Government has confirmed the budget for the upcoming 500 MW ‘Utsira Nord’ auction. The move underscores Norway’s commitment to maintain and expand its globally leading position in floating offshore wind. But more needs to happen to secure investments in Norway’s nascent … Continue reading Norway takes promising steps towards advancing floating wind
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Floating photovoltaic plant installed at Mortkasee artificial lake
RWE, Fraunhofer ISE and BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg present “PV2Float” research project to public. Three different systems being tested with capacity of about 30 kW each; pilot plant to operate for up to three years. Focus on technical refinement of photovoltaic (PV) systems, public acceptance and environmental compatibility. Research project sponsored by German Federal Ministry of Economic … Continue reading Floating photovoltaic plant installed at Mortkasee artificial lake
Continue readingIndia’s largest floating solar photovoltaic project commissioned in Madhya Pradesh at 126 MW
Tata Power Renewable Energy has commissioned a 126 MW floating PV project in Madhya Pradesh, a significant milestone in India’s renewable energy sector. The project, completed in 26 months, marks one of the largest floating solar installations in the country. TPREL’s renewable capacity now totals 10.9 GW.Tata Power Renewable Energy has successfully launched a ground-breaking … Continue reading India’s largest floating solar photovoltaic project commissioned in Madhya Pradesh at 126 MW
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China’s first 1-gigawatt floating offshore photovoltaic project successfully connects to State Grid
China’s first million-kilowatt level offshore photovoltaic project has been connected to the national power grid on November 12. The one-million-kilowatt offshore photovoltaic project has seen the completion of the first 300 photovoltaic platforms, each platform measures 60 meters in length. The entire project will require the installation of 2,934 such photovoltaic platforms. The initial power … Continue reading China’s first 1-gigawatt floating offshore photovoltaic project successfully connects to State Grid
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World’s largest floating photovoltaic plant goes into operation in Taiwan with 440 MW
Hexa Renewables has put the world’s largest offshore floating PV plant into operation in Taiwan. Its total installed capacity is no less than 440 MW and covers 347 hectares of land provided by the government.This giant plant can supply energy to around 74,000 households.Chenya Energy, a former subsidiary of Hexa’s investor I Squared Capital, developed … Continue reading World’s largest floating photovoltaic plant goes into operation in Taiwan with 440 MW
Continue readingMasdar, Sarawak Energy and Gentari to assess large-scale floating photovoltaic project in Malaysia
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, the United Arab Emirates (UAE)’s clean energy powerhouse, has signed a joint study agreement with Malaysia’s Sarawak Energy and clean energy solutions provider Gentari, to assess the feasibility of a floating solar power plant at the reservoir of Murum hydroelectric plant in the state of Sarawak, Malaysia. … Continue reading Masdar, Sarawak Energy and Gentari to assess large-scale floating photovoltaic project in Malaysia
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Avangrid (Iberdrola) Secures Two Lease Areas in Gulf of Maine Floating Wind Auction
Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today announced it has secured two lease areas in the auction of sites for offshore wind development in the Gulf of Maine held by the federal Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM). Avangrid was named provisional winner of lease areas … Continue reading Avangrid (Iberdrola) Secures Two Lease Areas in Gulf of Maine Floating Wind Auction
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Saitec Offshore Technologies’ floating wind turbine prototype turns one year old
It has been more than a year since Saitec Offshore Technologies launched its floating wind turbine prototype (DemoSATH) at the BIMEP testing center on the coast of Bizkaia. And nearly two and a half years since I had the opportunity to visit it at the port of Bilbao, which we covered in edition #12 of … Continue reading Saitec Offshore Technologies’ floating wind turbine prototype turns one year old
Continue readingGermany unveils its largest floating photovoltaic system
Germany’s largest floating photovoltaic power system was officially launched on the 21st in Bad Schönborn, Baden-Württemberg, aiming to harness solar energy potential and drive the country’s energy transition. According to the German News Agency, the floating photovoltaic system is located on an artificial lake created by a sand and gravel pit, comprising over 27,000 solar … Continue reading Germany unveils its largest floating photovoltaic system
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The III Offshore Wind Congress brings together more than 400 experts to promote offshore wind power in Spain
Cádiz hosts the largest offshore wind meeting: challenges and opportunities for SpainThe Wind Energy Association (AEE), together with the Andalusian Renewable Energy Association (CLANER) and the Cádiz Maritime Naval Cluster, are organizing the most important event in the offshore wind sector.More than 400 national attendees and international delegations, the main experts in offshore wind power, … Continue reading The III Offshore Wind Congress brings together more than 400 experts to promote offshore wind power in Spain
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