Drew Ball, Natural Resources Defense Council (Photo: Screengrab from NC Newsline interview) Wind energy. Whether it’s offshore or on land, wind energy is a booming and enormously promising industry that can play a big role in ending our heroin-like addiction to fossil fuels. What’s more, because of its geography, North Carolina is extremely well-positioned to … Continue reading Natural Resources Defense Council’s Drew Ball on Trump’s plans to end wind energy projects
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ACP Statement on New Jersey Offshore Wind Project Solicitation Awards
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from Jason Grumet, ACP CEO in response to New Jersey announcing they are not moving forward with new offshore wind project solicitation awards: “New Jersey’s decision today to cancel its offshore wind procurement is a direct consequence of the uncertainty created by the recently issued executive order. … Continue reading ACP Statement on New Jersey Offshore Wind Project Solicitation Awards
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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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Morocco approves expansion of wind power and photovoltaic (PV) capacity to 9,338 MW by 2029
A key improvement allows for greater flexibility in reallocating unused grid capacity between transmission and distribution systems. Morocco’s National Electricity Regulatory Authority (ANRE) has approved an increase in the country’s renewable energy capacity, setting it at 9,338 megawatts (MW) by 2029. This decision symbolises a 29% increase from the previous year. The ANRE board met … Continue reading Morocco approves expansion of wind power and photovoltaic (PV) capacity to 9,338 MW by 2029
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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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Iberdrola inaugurates the operation and maintenance base for the Saint-Brieuc offshore wind farm in France
Iberdrola has inaugurated the operation and maintenance (M&O) centre in Saint-Brieuc, where 80 people will work. The offshore wind farm is part of the strategic challenges of energy independence, decarbonisation and industrial renewal in France. The centre, located in Binic-Établesm, controls and manages the electricity production and maintenance of the park 24 hours a day, … Continue reading Iberdrola inaugurates the operation and maintenance base for the Saint-Brieuc offshore wind farm in France
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Questions over the Trump administration’s plans for solar photovoltaic and wind power
Restrictions on renewables development could conflict with the goal of boosting electricity supply. As President Donald Trump was hitting the headlines with the promised “shock and awe” of his initial fusillade of executive orders, his administration was making other significant changes that attracted less attention, at least at first. One was the order from the … Continue reading Questions over the Trump administration’s plans for solar photovoltaic and wind power
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Trump and populism’s anti-wind movement
The rise of right-wing governments from 2024’s spate of elections has spotlighted ‘climate populism’ – a movement founded on an anti-elite and traditionalist view of climate change, the energy transition and renewable energy as intrusions into national and economic liberty. Wind in particular has been villainised. Criticisms levied against wind power range from aesthetic complaints … Continue reading Trump and populism’s anti-wind movement
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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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Offshore wind power giant Ørsted changes CEO
Rasmus Errboe is appointed CEO of Ørsted replacing Mads Nipper who steps down as CEO. Ørsted’s Board of Directors has appointed Rasmus Errboe, current Deputy CEO and Chief Commercial Officer, as new Group President and CEO of the company replacing Mads Nipper who will step down from his position as Group President and CEO of … Continue reading Offshore wind power giant Ørsted changes CEO
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China has shown Europe how to build wind power and photovoltaic solar plants
In 2024, China again set a record for the launch of new wind and solar power plants. Europe, which is pushing the climate agenda more aggressively than all other regions of the world, is lagging behind China has quadrupled the rate of commissioning of new green energy capacities. In 2024, the installed capacity of China’s … Continue reading China has shown Europe how to build wind power and photovoltaic solar plants
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Vattenfall and BASF award key contracts for Nordlicht offshore wind projects
Vattenfall and BASF signed contracts with four suppliers for key components and installation services for Nordlicht 1 and 2 offshore wind farms. Vattenfall and BASF have awarded four major contracts for the Nordlicht 1 and 2 offshore wind farms, which are located 85 kilometers north of the island of Borkum in the German North Sea. … Continue reading Vattenfall and BASF award key contracts for Nordlicht offshore wind projects
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Renewable energy benefits: Leveraging local capacity for concentrated solar power
Renewable energy development can drive economic growth, create new jobs and enhance human health and welfare. IRENA’s leveraging local capacity series examines how renewable energy projects create jobs and how countries can maximise these benefits by anticipating their needs and building on existing skills and resources. These analyses outline the workforce and the types of … Continue reading Renewable energy benefits: Leveraging local capacity for concentrated solar power
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ACP Statement on Confirmation of Doug Burgum as U.S. Secretary of the Interior
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from?Jason Grumet, ACP CEO ?following the U.S. Senate’s confirmation of Doug Burgum as Secretary of the Interior: “Congratulations to Doug Burgum on being confirmed as Secretary of the Interior and tasked to lead the National Energy Council. We are eager to support the administration’s efforts … Continue reading ACP Statement on Confirmation of Doug Burgum as U.S. Secretary of the Interior
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Denmark charts course to tackle hurdles facing offshore wind power
Government subsidies have long been discussed following mounting setbacks for the offshore wind sector. Today, we saw another breakthrough. The challenges surrounding Denmark’s offshore wind tender At the end of 2024, the lack of bidders in the ambitious offshore wind tender in Denmark marked the end of another challenging year for offshore wind. Earlier this … Continue reading Denmark charts course to tackle hurdles facing offshore wind power
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Castilla-La Mancha leads renewables with 13,000 megawatts of wind power and photovoltaic
Castilla-La Mancha is consolidating its position as one of the leading regions in renewable energies in Spain. With more than 15 gigawatts of installed capacity and growing investment, the region is on the podium of this strategic sector. Companies in the sector such as Verbund, ID Energy and Eiffage Energía Sistemas and the regional Administration … Continue reading Castilla-La Mancha leads renewables with 13,000 megawatts of wind power and photovoltaic
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Energy storage: 5 trends to watch in 2025
The global energy storage market had a record-breaking 2024 and continues to see significant future growth and technological advancement. As countries across the globe seek to meet their energy transition goals, energy storage is critical to ensuring reliable and stable regional power markets. Storage demand continues to escalate, driven by the pressing need to decarbonise … Continue reading Energy storage: 5 trends to watch in 2025
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Solar photovoltaic is likely to be the fastest-growing energy source this year, even as Trump promises a fossil fuel bonanza
The solar sector is expected to add 26 gigawatts of capacity this year and 22 gigawatts in 2026, boosting solar generation by 34% and 17% in those years, respectively. Renewables have been an expanding power source in the US, with wind and solar overtaking coal in the electricity mix for the first time in 2024. … Continue reading Solar photovoltaic is likely to be the fastest-growing energy source this year, even as Trump promises a fossil fuel bonanza
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China’s wind turbine exports set to rise to 100 GW
According to data from analyst firm Brinkmann, Chinese wind turbine exports are expected to grow from just under 10 GW over the past 12 years to more than 100 GW over the next decade.Brinckmann predicts that Goldwind and Envision will dominate overseas sales of onshore units over the next decade.Asia, the Middle East and Africa … Continue reading China’s wind turbine exports set to rise to 100 GW
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