Iberdrola has been recognised for the third consecutive year as the world’s leading private utility in terms of investment in innovation and development, according to the European Commission in its report ‘The 2024 Industrial R&D Investment Scoreboard‘, after allocating €384 M to the area in 2023. The European Commission has analysed the 2,000 largest companies … Continue reading Iberdrola, the world’s leading private utility in terms of R&D&I investment for the third year running
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RWE takes final investment decision for repowering of Muel wind farm in Spain
From 27 to 3 wind turbines / total installed capacity to increase from 16.2 MW to 19.8 MW. Construction due to start in spring, commissioning at end of 2025. Modern wind turbines for a higher green energy yield: RWE is driving forward the expansion of renewables in Spain with the investment decision for the Muel … Continue reading RWE takes final investment decision for repowering of Muel wind farm in Spain
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Wind power and photovoltaic make electricity cheaper in Germany
The new year began with stormy weather. Wind turbines were running at full speed and the sun was shining in many places. As a result, electricity production from wind and photovoltaics (PV) in Germany accounted for 125% of demand, according to the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems. The oversupply drove down the price of … Continue reading Wind power and photovoltaic make electricity cheaper in Germany
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Rising gas prices and wind energy mark a mixed start to the year in European electricity markets
In the first week of 2025, TTF gas futures rose, reaching the highest settlement price since October 2023, above €50/MWh. This, coupled with rising CO2 prices and electricity demand, as well as declining photovoltaic energy production, supported higher prices in some of the main European electricity markets. In contrast, the increase in wind energy production … Continue reading Rising gas prices and wind energy mark a mixed start to the year in European electricity markets
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Understanding wind resource: wind measurements, long-term estimation, and vertical extrapolation
By Alberto Quintana Infante Each stage of a wind resource study is crucial for estimating a wind farm’s energy production with the least possible uncertainty. During the development phase of wind farms, this evaluation is essential to understand the energy potential of the site and analyze the characteristics of the wind regime in terms of … Continue reading Understanding wind resource: wind measurements, long-term estimation, and vertical extrapolation
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Wind power is UK’s main source of power and gas is at its lowest level in a decade
The UK plans a huge wind power development in the coming years to triple current offshore capacity.It is the first time that UK wind turbines have overtaken gas-fired power stations as the country’s main source of electricity, although they are still a long way from ambitious targets for a clean grid by 2030. Wind power … Continue reading Wind power is UK’s main source of power and gas is at its lowest level in a decade
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Large-scale wind and solar projects in Sub-Saharan Africa
Accessible, reliable and affordable energy plays an essential role in human and economic development for the people of Sub-Saharan Africa, especially in improving livelihoods and access to opportunities. Renewables are crucial in this context, promising substantial socio-economic gains whilst also addressing the lack of access to electricity that hampers communities’ climate resilience, limiting their adaptive … Continue reading Large-scale wind and solar projects in Sub-Saharan Africa
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Solar photovoltaics (PV) and storage: better together
Grid and storage readiness is key to accelerating the energy transition. Connecting renewable energy to the power system needs grid infrastructure, both at transmission and distribution levels, including overhead lines, underground and submarine cables and power substations. Despite the obvious, this fact has been widely overlooked in several regions. Urgent actions must be taken to … Continue reading Solar photovoltaics (PV) and storage: better together
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China’s marine economy gains momentum, leading the world in offshore wind power
China’s marine economy has gained growing momentum, marked by growths in ocean fisheries and offshore wind power, the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) said. The marine economy’s contribution to China’s energy, water, and food security has become increasingly significant. In the energy sector, MNR data revealed that in 2024, offshore oilfield production accounted for 60 … Continue reading China’s marine economy gains momentum, leading the world in offshore wind power
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China’s largest marine solar photovoltaic (PV) and hydrogen power plant starts operation
A large-scale photovoltaic (PV) and hydrogen park, located in the tidal flat area of ??eastern China, has officially started operation, according to its owner, Guohua Energy Investment Co., Ltd., belonging to CHN Energy Investment Group (CHN Energy). The energy park, the largest of its kind in China, is officially known as the Rudong marine solar … Continue reading China’s largest marine solar photovoltaic (PV) and hydrogen power plant starts operation
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Trump accused of attacking UK wind energy policies on behalf of fossil fuel industry
Campaigners say US president-elect’s call to get rid of wind energy is based on North Sea interests of oil and gas firms. Climate campaigners have accused Donald Trump of attacking Britain’s energy policies on behalf of the fossil fuel industry, which made record donations to his presidential campaign. The US president-elect wrote in a social … Continue reading Trump accused of attacking UK wind energy policies on behalf of fossil fuel industry
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Chinese firm Windey Energy to build world’s most powerful onshore wind turbine
A China-based company has revealed plans to develop the world’s most powerful onshore wind turbines. Windey Energy will develop the ultra-large 16 MW onshore wind turbine which will be the first of its kind in the world. The plan is part of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region’s Science and Technology Innovation Major Demonstration Project. Windey … Continue reading Chinese firm Windey Energy to build world’s most powerful onshore wind turbine
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In 2024 European electricity markets reached their lowest prices since 2021 thanks to renewable energy and falling gas prices
In 2024, the main European electricity markets reached the lowest yearly prices since 2021, in most cases below €80/MWh. Gas prices were also the lowest since 2021, which contributed to the declines in electricity market prices, along with lower CO2 prices. Solar photovoltaic energy reached historical production records in all markets and wind energy in … Continue reading In 2024 European electricity markets reached their lowest prices since 2021 thanks to renewable energy and falling gas prices
Continue readingWind power and photovoltaic drive Germany’s renewable energy surge
Germany made a notable shift toward renewable energy sources last year, according to a report from the Federal Network Agency Renewable energy accounted for 59% of the country’s total electricity generation, up from 56% in 2023. Wind energy was the leading source, contributing 31.9% to the nation’s energy mix, while photovoltaic solar energy contributed 14.7%. Despite a 0.9% … Continue reading Wind power and photovoltaic drive Germany’s renewable energy surge
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During the month of December, renewables generated 47.6%, with wind energy being the leading technology in the mix in Spain
Demand for electricity in Spain increased by 1.5% in December. During this month of December, renewables generated 47.6%, with wind power being the leading technology in the national mix. In 2024, renewables will reach a share of 55.8% of the total Spanish mix, as Red Eléctrica anticipated in its year-end estimates, with photovoltaics reaching 16.7% … Continue reading During the month of December, renewables generated 47.6%, with wind energy being the leading technology in the mix in Spain
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Lithium carbonate prices decline in December, while cell prices stabilize at the bottom
Lithium carbonate prices declined in December, while SC6 prices rebounded after fluctuations Spot prices for battery-grade lithium carbonate stood at RMB 74,000-77,000/MT as of December 31. The average price was RMB 76,000/MT at the end of the month, down 2.6% MoM. CIF prices for Chinese lithium spodumene concentrate (SC6) came in at USD 810-860/MT, averaging … Continue reading Lithium carbonate prices decline in December, while cell prices stabilize at the bottom
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Fossil Fuel Interests Ramp Up Their Falsehood That “Wind Power, Photovoltaics Make Electricity More Expensive”
The Wall Street Journal article began: “As nations increasingly use supposedly cheap solar photovoltaic (PV) and wind energy, something strange happens: Our electricity bills get more expensive. This exposes the environmentalist lie that renewables have already surpassed fossil fuels and that the “green transition” is irreversible even under a second Trump administration. The claim that … Continue reading Fossil Fuel Interests Ramp Up Their Falsehood That “Wind Power, Photovoltaics Make Electricity More Expensive”
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Hinen to Showcase Advanced Energy Storage Solutions at Solar Energy Expo 2025
From January 14-16, 2025. Solar Energy Expo 2025 will be held at PTAK International Exhibition Centre in Warsaw. This premier event, organized by PTAK Warsaw Expo, is a hub for renewable energy innovation in Central and Eastern Europe, showcasing the latest in solar technology. At that time, Hinen Polandwill jointly participate in the expo with … Continue reading Hinen to Showcase Advanced Energy Storage Solutions at Solar Energy Expo 2025
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Vestas Drives Global Wind Energy Expansion with 761 MW in Orders from the US, Europe and Africa
Market leader in wind turbines, Vestas, has ended the year with an order volume reaching 761 MW in various regions. The projects span the United States, Europe and Africa, highlighting the company’s global expansion.On US soil, Vestas has secured a pair of orders for undisclosed projects. Specifically, the company will supply 60 V163-4.5 MW wind … Continue reading Vestas Drives Global Wind Energy Expansion with 761 MW in Orders from the US, Europe and Africa
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Renewable energy production grew by 11% in 2024 in the Netherlands
Driven by photovoltaic solar and wind energy, Dutch renewable power generation increased by 11% in 2024, as green energy was behind 54% of the total power production. Renewable energy production grew by 11% in 2024, according to new figures released by Energieopwek. In the past year, there were more green electricity surpluses which resulted in … Continue reading Renewable energy production grew by 11% in 2024 in the Netherlands
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