Partnership to strengthen the sustainability of wind turbine towers / More than 70 percent reduction in CO2 emissions for every steel tower / Pioneer in onshore market in Germany and Europe Wind turbine manufacturer ENERCON, subsidiary of Salzgitter AG Ilsenburger Grobblech GmbH and TM Group company SMB Schönebecker Maschinenbau GmbH are cooperating to produce a … Continue reading ENERCON, Salzgitter AG and TMGROUP cooperate to produce first lower-emissions steel tower for onshore wind turbine in Germany
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Greece now has 5,355 MW of wind power
Now 5.4 GW of total power is connected to the grid. Specifically, 5,355 MW was the total wind capacity in Greece at the end of 2024. This is according to the annual Statistics of Wind Energy in Greece announced by the Hellenic Wind Energy Scientific Association (ELETAEN). Based on the Statistics, 39 new wind turbines … Continue reading Greece now has 5,355 MW of wind power
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Naturgy integrates the operation of all its solar and wind energy in Spain in a large Renewable Control Centre (CCR)
Naturgy has integrated the management of all its solar and wind energy in Spain in a modern facility that will allow for a more efficient and environmentally friendly operation of renewable facilities. In addition, the new Renewable Control Centre (CCR) will also facilitate the monitoring of the company’s renewable production in other countries in which … Continue reading Naturgy integrates the operation of all its solar and wind energy in Spain in a large Renewable Control Centre (CCR)
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Under Donald Trump, wind power enters uncharted territory in the US
They pollute the landscape and “kill whales”: Donald Trump accuses wind turbines of all evils and plunged this industry into the storm since his return to the White House. “We will not do this with wind,” said Trump on Monday. The “ugly turbines” generators “kill birds” and disfigure “neighborhoods” and “ruin beautiful landscapes,” he added. … Continue reading Under Donald Trump, wind power enters uncharted territory in the US
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New solar plants expected to support most U.S. electric generation growth
Data source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Short-Term Energy Outlook (STEO), January 2025Note: Capacity values represent the amount of generating capacity at utility-scale power plants (greater than 1 megawatt). Other renewables include geothermal, waste biomass, wood biomass, and pumped storage hydropower. In our latest Short-Term Energy Outlook (STEO), we expect that U.S. renewable capacity additions—especially solar—will … Continue reading New solar plants expected to support most U.S. electric generation growth
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Engie completes the wind farm in Taltal: it is its largest wind energy project in Chile
According to Engie, the wind farm is made up of 57 wind turbines, each with a capacity of 6.0 MW, installed in the municipality of Taltal, located 140 km southeast of the city of Antofagasta. As part of its energy transition, Engie Chile announced this week that its Lomas del Taltal Wind Farm project, located … Continue reading Engie completes the wind farm in Taltal: it is its largest wind energy project in Chile
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Wind power, at 17%, overtook coal and natural gas in Europe
“Fossil fuels are losing their influence in EU energy,” said Chris Rosslowe, lead author of the Ember report. “Wind and solar photovoltaic (PV) are pushing coal to the margins and forcing gas into structural decline.” The phase-out of fossil fuels is helping to curb emissions. Since peaking in 2007, European power sector emissions have more … Continue reading Wind power, at 17%, overtook coal and natural gas in Europe
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Poland’s offshore wind kick-off: towards technology leadership in the Baltic Sea
Poland is ramping up its domestic offshore wind supply chain to become the leading offshore wind player in the Baltic Sea. Works on the construction of two substations for Poland’s first offshore wind farm are now completed. This marks the kick-off of commercial-scale offshore wind development in Polish waters. Meanwhile the Polish Presidency of the … Continue reading Poland’s offshore wind kick-off: towards technology leadership in the Baltic Sea
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European wind stocks fall after Trump’s announcement to defund offshore wind energy
“Windmills are ugly, expensive and they harm wildlife,” Trump said as he suspended new federal leases for offshore wind energy. The decision caused European renewable energy companies with investments in the US to lose part of their capital. Shares of European wind companies fell after President Donald Trump removed support for offshore wind in the … Continue reading European wind stocks fall after Trump’s announcement to defund offshore wind energy
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How renewables boom could mitigate global climate change
Renewable energy already generates one-third of the world’s electricity, with China leading the pack. Is the momentum enough to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius above preindustrial levels? The global energy supply is radically changing. Solar and wind power’s share in the global electricity mix has almost quadrupled in a decade, from 5% in 2015 to … Continue reading How renewables boom could mitigate global climate change
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EIB is making quick progress on counter-guarantee facility – total of €2bn provided so far
A lot has happened since the European Investment Bank (EIB) activated the first tranche of its €5bn counter guarantee facility. In January 2025 the EIB and Société Générale signed an agreement that would unlock up to €8bn to support European wind energy manufacturers. It’s the fourth overall tranche provided by the EIB and follows similar … Continue reading EIB is making quick progress on counter-guarantee facility – total of €2bn provided so far
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Work begins on new control centre in East Friesland for RWE offshore wind farms
A new office building is taking shape in Jemgum, in Germany’s East Friesland region, to provide a base for round-the-clock monitoring and control of RWE’s existing and future wind farms in both Germany and continental Europe. Construction is by Real Immobilien GmbH on a site approximately 4,700 square metres in size. RWE will take a … Continue reading Work begins on new control centre in East Friesland for RWE offshore wind farms
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European Electricity Review 2025: Wind power and photovoltaic solar avoided €59 billion in fossil fuel imports
The EU’s electricity transition continued at pace in 2024, as photovoltaic solar overtook coal for the first time and gas declined for the fifth year in a row. Download PDF The European Electricity Review analyses full-year electricity generation and demand data for 2024 in all EU-27 countries to understand the region’s progress in transitioning from … Continue reading European Electricity Review 2025: Wind power and photovoltaic solar avoided €59 billion in fossil fuel imports
Continue readingWhy Donald Trump hates wind power
It started with a feud at one of his golf courses. Wind energy is the cheapest source of new electricity in the U.S.—something that has been true for the past decade, according to annual energy reports from financial services company Lazard. When President Donald Trump issued an executive order on Monday to pause approvals for … Continue reading Why Donald Trump hates wind power
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Vestas to supply wind turbines for Ukraine’s largest wind energy project
Vestas has received a 384 MW order for the second phase of DTEK’s Tyligulska project in Ukraine. This order follows the 114 MW order for Tyligulska I that Vestas received in March 2021 and successfully commissioned in spring 2023. For this order, Vestas will supply 64 wind turbines and is responsible for the supply, delivery … Continue reading Vestas to supply wind turbines for Ukraine’s largest wind energy project
Continue readingPower and renewables: predictions for 2025
What to watch in the year ahead, from China’s renewable energy capacity growth to floating solar expansion in Asia Pacific and why it might be a year of contradictions in Europe. What to watch in the year ahead, from China’s renewable energy capacity growth to floating solar expansion in Asia Pacific and why it might … Continue reading Power and renewables: predictions for 2025
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Renewables in China experienced a stellar year in 2024, with total installed capacity of wind power and photovoltaic exceeding 1,400 GW
Solar saw the biggest leap, with a record-breaking 45.2% increase (+277 GW), achieving 887 GW overall. Wind power also saw solid growth, climbing 18% (+80 GW) to almost 521 GW. China’s renewable energy sector experienced a stellar year in 2024, with the total installed capacity of wind and solar power surpassing 1.4 billion kilowatts, further … Continue reading Renewables in China experienced a stellar year in 2024, with total installed capacity of wind power and photovoltaic exceeding 1,400 GW
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In 2024, India added a record 24.5 GW of photovoltaic solar capacity and 3.4 GW of wind power capacity
In 2024, India added a record 24.5 GW of photovoltaic (PV) and 3.4 GW of wind capacity, a notable increase driven by government incentives, policy reforms, and substantial investments in domestic manufacturing of solar and wind turbines. Solar continued to dominate, contributing 47% of total installed renewable energy capacity. The installation of 18.5 GW of … Continue reading In 2024, India added a record 24.5 GW of photovoltaic solar capacity and 3.4 GW of wind power capacity
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Photovoltaic energy continues to set records, but cold weather and CO2 prices make European electricity markets more expensive in the third week of January
In the third week of January, prices rose in most major European electricity markets, driven by lower wind energy production, increased demand due to colder temperatures and higher gas and CO2 prices. On January 17, CO2 futures reached the highest settlement price since late May. Solar photovoltaic energy production increased, setting all?time records for a … Continue reading Photovoltaic energy continues to set records, but cold weather and CO2 prices make European electricity markets more expensive in the third week of January
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ACP Statement on Donald Trump’s Executive Order on Wind Energy
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from ACP CEO Jason Grumet in response to President Trump’s Executive Order on offshore wind and onshore wind leasing and permitting: “President Trump is correct that absent significant changes in energy policy, our nation will not be able to power our growth in manufacturing and achieve … Continue reading ACP Statement on Donald Trump’s Executive Order on Wind Energy
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