The regional minister for the Environment and Climate Change, Ángeles Vázquez, warned today that the central government is preparing a new binding environmental zoning that will aggravate the paralysis of the wind energy sector in Galicia. During her speech at the inauguration of the Galician Energy Forum, the regional minister argued that the Community is … Continue reading The Xunta warns that the central government is preparing a new binding environmental zoning that will aggravate the paralysis of wind power in Galicia
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Colombia obtains 69 areas for the first round of offshore wind energy
Colombia announced that it managed to obtain 69 areas for the first round of wind energy in the Colombian sea, an initiative led by the Ministry of Mines and Energy, the General Maritime Directorate (DIMAR) and the National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH). According to the Ministry of Mines and Energy, the deadline established for the nomination … Continue reading Colombia obtains 69 areas for the first round of offshore wind energy
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China’s installed power generation capacity to exceed 3,600 GWh by 2025
China aims to increase its total installed power generation capacity to more than 3,600 GW by 2025, according to the National Energy Administration. China will work to increase power output this year, keeping crude oil output above 200 million tons and adding more than 200 GW of wind power and photovoltaic (PV) generation capacity, the … Continue reading China’s installed power generation capacity to exceed 3,600 GWh by 2025
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The EU is right to make electrification a key pillar of the Clean Industrial Deal
Today the European Commission presented the Clean Industrial Deal, the EU’s new strategy to make Europe’s economy more competitive. It stresses the essential role of electrification for Europe’s industrial competitiveness. And reinforces the need to accelerate the build-out of domestic decarbonised energy. Wind energy is home grown, competitive and scalable. It is uniquely placed to … Continue reading The EU is right to make electrification a key pillar of the Clean Industrial Deal
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Building more wind is key to deliver the EU Clean Industrial Deal
Europe built 16.4 GW of wind energy, 13 GW in the EU, according to WindEurope’s 2024 Statistics out today. That’s less than half of what the EU needs to deliver on its energy security targets. Poor permitting, slow grid build-out and insufficient electrification are holding back the expansion of wind. Our latest Outlook for 2025-30, … Continue reading Building more wind is key to deliver the EU Clean Industrial Deal
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EDP Renewables postpones offshore wind project in the US until 2029 due to Donald Trump
EDP Renewables announced the four-year postponement of the Southcoast Wind project, which plans to install 2.4 GW of offshore wind energy off the coast of Massachusetts. Initially scheduled to begin in 2025 and be operational in 2030, construction is expected to begin in 2029. The decision was made due to the uncertainty generated by the … Continue reading EDP Renewables postpones offshore wind project in the US until 2029 due to Donald Trump
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Record investment of €17 billion boosts Iberdrola’s net profit to €5.612 billion, up 17%
Performance ahead of 2026 Strategic Plan goals, driven by increased demand in all countries Watch the webcast of the Full-Year Results 2024 Presentation here Accelerating growth Record investments of €17 billion, up 50% Increasing robustness Proposed dividend: €0.635 per share, up 15% Strong boost to the social dividend 2025 Outlook: improved forecasts Next Capital Markets … Continue reading Record investment of €17 billion boosts Iberdrola’s net profit to €5.612 billion, up 17%
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Iberdrola begins commissioning of the Valdecañas pumped storage hydroelectric power plant in Spain
Iberdrola Spain has begun commissioning the first group of the Valdecañas pumping station in Cáceres (Extremadura), which has a total capacity of 225 MW and includes a 15 MW hybrid battery and 7.5 MWh of stored energy. The combination of batteries and hydroelectric groups allows for increased storage in the Tajo system to 210 GWh … Continue reading Iberdrola begins commissioning of the Valdecañas pumped storage hydroelectric power plant in Spain
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Endesa completes the purchase from Acciona Energía of a portfolio of 626 MW hydroelectric power plants in Spain
Endesa, through Endesa Generación, has completed the acquisition of the entire share capital of Corporación Acciona Hidráulica S.L. (“CAH”) from Corporación Acciona Energías Renovables, a company of the Acciona Group. The purchase price amounts to around 1,000 million euros, and includes the usual adjustments in this type of transaction. “This acquisition involves investing in high-quality … Continue reading Endesa completes the purchase from Acciona Energía of a portfolio of 626 MW hydroelectric power plants in Spain
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India must double renewable capacity additions to meet 2030 clean-energy targets
India must double its annual solar and wind capacity additions over the next five years to meet its 2030 clean energy targets, despite record additions in 2024, Global Energy Monitor (GEM) said in a report on Wednesday. India added nearly 28 gigawatts (GW) of solar and wind capacity in 2024, with solar additions accounting for … Continue reading India must double renewable capacity additions to meet 2030 clean-energy targets
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Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners acquires Morecambe, a fixed-bottom offshore wind project in the United Kingdom
Morecambe is a 480MW advanced stage fixed bottom offshore wind project with good fundamentals and located off the west coast of England. Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), on behalf of its fund Copenhagen Infrastructure V (CI V), has signed a transaction to acquire the full ownership of offshore wind project Morecambe from COBRA Group, and Flotation … Continue reading Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners acquires Morecambe, a fixed-bottom offshore wind project in the United Kingdom
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Wind turbines from the Aluar wind farm in Chubut are being moved
The Aluar company, the main producer of aluminum in Argentina, continues with the work on its wind farm in Puerto Madryn. This week, the transfer of components for 17 wind turbines began, which will be added to those already installed in pursuit of electrical self-sufficiency. In this note, the routes on which caution must be … Continue reading Wind turbines from the Aluar wind farm in Chubut are being moved
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Renewable energy producers are grouped into a single entity in Argentina
The Argentine Wind Chamber (CEA) announced its evolution towards a new identity that brings together renewable energy generators from different sources, it said, which reflects its commitment to a more sustainable energy future. The entity was born as a group of companies whose energy production area was wind energy and with this decision it incorporates … Continue reading Renewable energy producers are grouped into a single entity in Argentina
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Serbia allocates 645 MW of solar and wind power in latest auction
Serbia’s Ministry of Mines and Energy has closed its second round of renewable energy auctions, selecting 645 MW of solar and wind power projects for contracts for difference (CfD).Serbia’s original quota of 424.8 MW for solar and wind power plants was significantly exceeded, as 41 projects were submitted, with 7 for wind power plants and … Continue reading Serbia allocates 645 MW of solar and wind power in latest auction
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AEE launches a new call for the EOLO Awards with the unprecedented category of Wind Reel
The Spanish Wind Energy Association (AEE) is holding a new edition of its Eolo Awards. This initiative awards the best projects in five categories: Rural Integration of Wind Energy, Photography, Innovation, Micro-stories and the new Wind Reel category. In previous editions, participation has been very significant. This is the first time that a Wind REEL … Continue reading AEE launches a new call for the EOLO Awards with the unprecedented category of Wind Reel
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Rising component prices and supply chain pressures are hindering the development of transmission grid infrastructure
Global grid expansion is struggling to keep pace with surging demand for electricity as procurement lead times and costs for essential parts have nearly doubled since 2021 Efforts to expand and modernise electricity transmission grids around the world face mounting challenges as supply chain bottlenecks intensify, according to a new IEA report. Prices and procurement times … Continue reading Rising component prices and supply chain pressures are hindering the development of transmission grid infrastructure
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Photovoltaic and wind energy in the third week of February
In the third week of February, prices fell in the main European electricity markets, with most of them reaching weekly averages below €110/MWh. Several factors contributed to these declines. On the one hand, the fall in gas and CO2 prices, as well as the decline in demand. On the other hand, the increase in renewable … Continue reading Photovoltaic and wind energy in the third week of February
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Intelligent drones increase offshore wind efficiency
Artificial intelligence combined with drones offers significant advantages for offshore wind. Advanced AI technologies not only enhance safety and efficiency of offshore activities but also reduce emissions and lower operational costs. AI-equipped drones perform complex inspections, maintenance, and cargo delivery, enabling wind turbines to perform at their peak. New applications and capacities of drones frequently … Continue reading Intelligent drones increase offshore wind efficiency
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Nicaragua to sign agreement with China for wind energy project
Authorities from the Ministry of Energy and Mines (MEM) of Nicaragua and the state-owned company China Communications Construction Company (CCCC) will sign today a credit facility agreement for the El Barro wind energy project.The co-president of Nicaragua, Rosario Murillo, specified in the media of the citizen power that for the signing of this document an … Continue reading Nicaragua to sign agreement with China for wind energy project
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Naturgy launches a new wind farm in Castilla y León
The wind farm has a capacity of 49.5 MW and will produce 126 GWh of renewable energy annually, equivalent to the annual consumption of nearly 40,000 homes.Naturgy already manages thirty wind farms in Castilla y León, a key region for its renewable growth plan. The company has exceeded 1,000 MW of renewable power already in … Continue reading Naturgy launches a new wind farm in Castilla y León
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