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Spain approves 2.56 GW for 32 photovoltaic and hybrid wind and battery projects (BESS) in September

The Official State Gazette contains announcements for the month of September of 32 photovoltaic and hybrid wind and battery projects (BESS).Application for the declaration of public utility of the Maira Beta Group Photovoltaic Plant of 140.127 MW and its evacuation infrastructures, in the municipal terms of La Vid de Bureba, Berzosa de Bureba, Vileña, Grisaleña, … Continue reading Spain approves 2.56 GW for 32 photovoltaic and hybrid wind and battery projects (BESS) in September

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Sweden’s 100 GW Offshore Wind Power Ambition

Sweden, a northern European nation with coastlines along the North and Baltic Seas, is positioned to become a key player in offshore wind energy. The country prioritizes sourcing energy from renewable resources and aims to become a net-zero carbon economy by 2045. Its power sector targets 100% renewable electricity production by 2040. Currently, Sweden’s electricity … Continue reading Sweden’s 100 GW Offshore Wind Power Ambition

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Acciona Energía’s MacIntyre Wind Farm starts generating electricity

The initial 27 wind turbines of the MacIntyre Wind Farm in Queensland (Australia) have been connected to the grid, generating the project’s first renewable electricity. ACCIONA Energía has announced today that the initial 27 wind turbines of the MacIntyre Wind Farm in Queensland (Australia) have been connected to the grid, generating the project’s first renewable … Continue reading Acciona Energía’s MacIntyre Wind Farm starts generating electricity

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Spain authorised 10,060.8 MW of photovoltaic (PV) and 2,237.1 MW of wind energy in the third quarter

A total of 263 renewable energy projects, with an aggregate capacity of 12,299.5 MW, have obtained administrative authorisation throughout the third quarter of the year. This is stated in a report by the Foro Sella Renewable Energy Observatory, prepared by Opina 360, which for the first time collects data from both the Official State Gazette … Continue reading Spain authorised 10,060.8 MW of photovoltaic (PV) and 2,237.1 MW of wind energy in the third quarter

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Impact of hybridisation of renewable energy and batteries on the energy transition and PPA

Hybridisation of batteries and renewable energy not only improves the technical efficiency of projects but also provides significant advantages in the PPA field, both for producers and buyers. With this growing trend, the future of energy storage and management is shaping up to be one of the most strategic pillars for decarbonising the European energy … Continue reading Impact of hybridisation of renewable energy and batteries on the energy transition and PPA

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RWE unveils first wind turbine blade for Sofia Offshore Wind Farm at Siemens Gamesa factory in Hull

Siemens Gamesa’s Hull factory is producing blades for 100 state-of-the-art 14 MW offshore wind turbines that will power RWE’s Sofia project. Sofia Offshore Wind Farm on target for completion towards end of 2026. Ceremony to unveil the first of the new blades was attended by RWE UK Country Chair Tom Glover, Darren Davidson, Vice President … Continue reading RWE unveils first wind turbine blade for Sofia Offshore Wind Farm at Siemens Gamesa factory in Hull

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RWE starts construction of battery storage projects with a combined capacity of 450 MW in the U.S.

Construction is underway at RWE’s Crowned Heron 1 and 2 and Cartwheel battery storage systems in Texas, with commissioning planned for 2025. Once completed, the projects will add 450 MW BESS capacity to RWE’s US operating footprint. RWE’s U.S. BESS platform to help enhance regional grid resilince, contribute toward goal to expand battery storage capacity … Continue reading RWE starts construction of battery storage projects with a combined capacity of 450 MW in the U.S.

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Agility in the processing of wind power projects, protecting the wind industry and increasing electrification in Spain

The Wind Energy Business Association (AEE) is holding a new edition of the technical and technological knowledge forum for the wind energy sector in Spain, the ‘Operational Analysis of Wind Farms’ conference. More than 200 experts are meeting to analyse and discuss improvements in the operation and maintenance of Spanish wind farms. Spain is one … Continue reading Agility in the processing of wind power projects, protecting the wind industry and increasing electrification in Spain

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New Jersey Coast Wind Farm Gets Approval to Begin Construction

Atlantic Shores South Projects 1 and 2 secured key federal approval to begin building what is positioned to become New Jersey’s first offshore wind farm, the Interior Department announced. The approval of the projects’ construction and operations plans, which forecast a generation capacity of 2.8 GW of electricity, enables developers to start construction next year, … Continue reading New Jersey Coast Wind Farm Gets Approval to Begin Construction

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Vattenfall expands offshore maintenance capacity with Van Oord contract for wind turbine servicing

Vattenfall is set to increase its offshore wind turbine servicing capabilities by signing a multi-year framework contract with Van Oord for the charter of the jack-up vessel, MPI Resolution. This contract will provide guaranteed availability of the vessel for several months each year, primarily during the peak maintenance season from early March to late October. … Continue reading Vattenfall expands offshore maintenance capacity with Van Oord contract for wind turbine servicing

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Nordex receives 66 MW order for wind power from the UK

At the end of September, Nordex Group received a 66 MW order in Scotland. Nordex Group will supply twelve N149/5.X wind turbines for the construction of a new onshore wind farm for Capital Dynamics, a global, independent private asset management company that has been investing directly in clean energy assets in the UK since 2010 … Continue reading Nordex receives 66 MW order for wind power from the UK

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Wind energy (21.1%) and photovoltaic (19.5%) dominate electricity generation in September in Spain

During this month of September, renewables have generated 33% more than in the same period of the previous year and have accounted for 53% of the monthly mix. National electricity demand experienced an increase of 3.1% in September compared to the same month of the previous year, once the effects of temperature and working hours … Continue reading Wind energy (21.1%) and photovoltaic (19.5%) dominate electricity generation in September in Spain

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US Grid-Scale Energy Storage Installations Surge, Setting New Q2 Record

The U.S. energy storage market set a Q2 record in 2024, with the grid-scale segment leading the way at 2,773 MW and 9,982 MWh deployed. The U.S. energy storage market experienced significant growth in the second quarter, with the grid-scale segment leading the way at 2,773 MW and 9,982 MWh deployed. According to the American … Continue reading US Grid-Scale Energy Storage Installations Surge, Setting New Q2 Record

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RWE signs framework agreement for monopile foundations with Steelwind to secure capacity for future offshore wind farms

Production capacities for up to 300 monopiles reserved in a tight market; monopiles to be used at RWE’s offshore wind projects in Europe that are to be commissioned from end of 2029 onwards. 200 monopiles to be manufactured in Steelwind’s German production facility from 2027 onwards, option for further 100 monopiles. Option for RWE to … Continue reading RWE signs framework agreement for monopile foundations with Steelwind to secure capacity for future offshore wind farms

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Skyborn enters U.S. offshore joint venture

Partnership with Ørsted across two U.S. offshore wind projects•    Interest in 704 MW Revolution Wind and 132 MW South Fork Wind projects added to portfolio Skyborn Renewables (Skyborn), a Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) portfolio company, has successfully entered into an advanced U.S. offshore wind joint venture by completing the acquisition of a 50% stake in … Continue reading Skyborn enters U.S. offshore joint venture

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European wind energy production reached records for September

In the last week of September, wind energy production increased in the main European markets and registered historical daily production records for September in several markets. This favored the decline in electricity market prices, even though gas and CO2 prices increased during the week. Solar photovoltaic energy production declined in most markets with the arrival … Continue reading European wind energy production reached records for September

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ACP Statement on Atlantic Shores South Construction Approval

The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from Anne Reynolds, ACP Vice President for Offshore Wind after the Department of the Interior and the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) approved the Construction and Operations Plan for the Atlantic Shores 1 and 2 (Atlantic Shores South) offshore wind projects off New Jersey’s coast. … Continue reading ACP Statement on Atlantic Shores South Construction Approval

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Highest Annual Growth of Renewables Jobs in 2023, Reaching 16.2 Million

2023 saw the highest ever increase in renewable energy jobs, from 13.7 million in 2022 to 16.2 million, according to the newly released Renewable Energy and Jobs – Annual Review 2024 by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and the International Labour Organization (ILO). The 18% year-on-year leap reflects the strong growth of renewables generating … Continue reading Highest Annual Growth of Renewables Jobs in 2023, Reaching 16.2 Million

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Price cannibalisation triggers the signing of electricity contracts that combine wind power and solar photovoltaic

In Spain, long-term power purchase agreements, known as PPAs, have been signed that hybridise both technologies for a total of 1.3 GW in the first half of the year. Offshore wind power also promises a new era. Spain is one of the countries with the lowest electricity prices in Europe during solar photovoltaic generation hours. … Continue reading Price cannibalisation triggers the signing of electricity contracts that combine wind power and solar photovoltaic

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Behind the Blades: How Jeremy Stefek Delivers Wind Energy Workforce Solutions To Meet Growing Industry Needs

Forget “brat summer.” Jeremy Stefek is ready for “demure fall.” “Maybe I’ll take a trip to the San Juan mountains, do some work during the day, take some evening hikes, and watch the leaves turn,” Stefek explained. “Fall, compared to summer, feels like less pressure to be doing something all the time. It’s a chance … Continue reading Behind the Blades: How Jeremy Stefek Delivers Wind Energy Workforce Solutions To Meet Growing Industry Needs

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