Türkiye’s wind energy sector has faced slower growth in 2024, with capacity rising by only 6.5%, or 770 MW, bringing total wind capacity to 12.5 GW, Trend reports. According to the research made by Ember, a UK-based energy think tank, this falls short of the 13.3 GW target set by the Ministry of Energy and … Continue reading Türkiye eyes offshore wind, regulatory reforms to revive generation growth
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Plan aims to build high- quality wind energy sector in Taiwan
The development of Taiwan’s wind power competitiveness should be on par with international standards following a 10-year policy that began in 2017, Ministry of Economic Affairs Industrial Development Administration Deputy Director-General Tsou Yu-hsin (???) said. Tsou made the remarks in an interview with the Liberty Times (sister paper of the Taipei Times) on Friday, citing … Continue reading Plan aims to build high- quality wind energy sector in Taiwan
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EU boosts energy infrastructure with €1.25bn in grants
The European Commission has allocated nearly €1.25bn in grants under the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF). The grants will support 41 cross-border energy infrastructure projects, among them three important wind energy-related projects. That’s good news for Europe’s wind industry and its wider energy transition. The European Commission announced the results of the largest funding round of … Continue reading EU boosts energy infrastructure with €1.25bn in grants
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RWE’s Amrumbank West offshore wind farm will help balance the grid
Amrumbank West is the first RWE offshore wind farm to provide system services for grid stabilisation. Wind farm output can be reduced by up to 60 megawatts at the request of the grid operator. RWE will soon become the largest marketer of secondary reserves from offshore wind power. RWE plans to offer a system-stabilising secondary … Continue reading RWE’s Amrumbank West offshore wind farm will help balance the grid
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Spain approves 24 photovoltaic and hybrid projects for 1.69 GW in January
Environmental impact statement for the Madrid Norte 1 photovoltaic plant project, 69 MW, for its evacuation infrastructure, in the provinces of Guadalajara and Madrid. The plant is promoted by Matrix Renovables. Prior administrative authorisation for modifications and administrative authorisation for construction for the Los Pradillos photovoltaic plant, 361.4 MW, and its evacuation infrastructure, in Carranque, … Continue reading Spain approves 24 photovoltaic and hybrid projects for 1.69 GW in January
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Wind power is betting on the acceleration of electrification and the increase in the pace of project processing as priorities
The Wind Energy Association (AEE) is holding a new edition of the ‘Wind and Market’ conference, with the participation of more than 225 experts who analyse key issues such as the deployment of storage, auctions and PPAs, acceleration of wind power for the industry in the different autonomous communities, repowering, processing of wind power projects … Continue reading Wind power is betting on the acceleration of electrification and the increase in the pace of project processing as priorities
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Global offshore wind power capacity exceeds 80 GW
Global operational offshore wind farm capacity has exceeded 80GW, according to new data from RenewableUK (RUK). RUK’s latest Offshore Wind EnergyPulse Insights report reveals offshore wind capacity is now at 80.9GW, up from 70.2GW in 2023, an increase of 15%. Two countries are responsible for 63% of this new capacity, with China adding 6.9GW and … Continue reading Global offshore wind power capacity exceeds 80 GW
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U.S. withdrawal from wind power is ‘making China great again’
China must be very pleased (and puzzled) with the current administration’s policies on wind power. China loves using wind energy to generate electricity, because it is clean, cheap, and fairly easy to implement — what’s not to like? They’re winning the race to get smarter and cheaper artificial intelligence, and now they’re going to surge ahead … Continue reading U.S. withdrawal from wind power is ‘making China great again’
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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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The US energy transition is moving quickly: wind power and photovoltaics already surpass coal and natural gas
The U.S. energy transition is progressing rapidly, outpacing expectations. By the end of 2024, utility-scale wind power and photovoltaic solar generation grew by 298.8 million megawatt-hours (MWh) since 2019, surpassing the 202.3 million MWh increase in overall power demand. This demonstrates that renewables can not only meet rising energy needs but also displace fossil fuels. … Continue reading The US energy transition is moving quickly: wind power and photovoltaics already surpass coal and natural gas
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Vestas increases annual net profit by six to €494 million
The Danish wind turbine manufacturer Vestas Wind Systems increased its net profit by six to €494 million in 2024, thanks to a record number of orders, the company reported on Wednesday. Sales amounted to €17.295 billion, 12% more, according to the balance sheet, which carries over from the second quarter a write-off of €300 million … Continue reading Vestas increases annual net profit by six to €494 million
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Iberdrola and Grupo CCR seal their alliance to supply wind energy in Brazil
In total, 44 megawatts (MW) of Oitis’ production will be used for energy consumption by CCR’s subsidiaries over a period of 16 years. In total, 44 megawatts (MW) of Oitis’ production will be used for energy consumption by CCR’s subsidiaries over a period of 16 years. Iberdrola, through its subsidiary in Brazil, Neoenergia, and Grupo … Continue reading Iberdrola and Grupo CCR seal their alliance to supply wind energy in Brazil
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China’s solar photovoltaic (PV) module exports hit 236 GW in 2024, with growth in all regions except Europe
China exported 16.63 GW of modules in December 2024, up 9% MoM from 15.2 GW and up 3% YoY from 16.18 GW, according to InfoLink’s customs data. China exported 235.93 GW of modules from January to December 2024, up 13% YoY from 207.99 GW. In December 2024, the five largest markets importing Chinese modules were, … Continue reading China’s solar photovoltaic (PV) module exports hit 236 GW in 2024, with growth in all regions except Europe
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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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Photovoltaic and wind energy in the last week of January
In the last week of January, weekly average prices in the main European electricity markets were lower than the previous week. Lower demand and increased solar photovoltaic and wind energy production supported this evolution. However, during the week prices registered an upward trend that led most of them to reach the highest prices of the … Continue reading Photovoltaic and wind energy in the last week of January
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Wind power once again leads the production mix in Spain with a 30.9% share
National electricity demand in January increased by 2.3% compared to the same month of the previous year, once the effects of temperature and work have been discounted. In gross terms, demand is estimated at 22,682 GWh, 1.5% more than in January 2024. This January, renewables generated 13,524 GWh (12% more than in January 2024) and … Continue reading Wind power once again leads the production mix in Spain with a 30.9% share
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ACP Statement on Confirmation of Chris Wright as U.S. Secretary of Energy
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from?Jason Grumet, ACP CEO?following the U.S. Senate confirmation of Chris Wright as Secretary of Energy: “The American Clean Power Association congratulates Chris Wright on taking the helm at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). We look forward to partnering to advance DOE’s essential role in … Continue reading ACP Statement on Confirmation of Chris Wright as U.S. Secretary of Energy
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Saudi study identifies 10 solar, wind power sites
A Saudi university has identified 10 sites on the Gulf Kingdom’s Western Red Sea coastline for the construction of solar and wind energy plants. In a study published by Alyaum daily on Tuesday, the Kingdom Abdullah University for Science and Technology (KAUST) said these projects would “accelerate the Kingdom’s efforts to expand the use of … Continue reading Saudi study identifies 10 solar, wind power sites
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Grid-Connected Energy Storage Solutions: Shaping the Power Future
The evolution of solar technology has been nothing short of revolutionary. From the initial development of photovoltaic cells to advanced n-type solar cells, solar technology has made huge strides in efficiency and affordability. This makes solar power accessible to pretty much everyone—not just the tech geeks. Wind energy has also made great strides, both on … Continue reading Grid-Connected Energy Storage Solutions: Shaping the Power Future
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Understanding Long Duration Energy Storage: Technologies Shaping the Future of Energy
Photovoltaics and wind power both need storage to provide a stable supply. Long-duration energy storage (LDES) is a type of energy storage system capable of discharging energy over long periods, ranging from several hours to days. When there is an abundance of renewable energy, LDES allows us to store that surplus and use it during … Continue reading Understanding Long Duration Energy Storage: Technologies Shaping the Future of Energy
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