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April 27, 2024
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Offshore wind turbines may reduce nearby power output



Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 26, 2024
As electricity demands soar with the onset of summer, East Coast cities in the U.S. look towards offshore wind projects in the Atlantic Ocean to bolster their power supplies. These projects, critical for meeting increasing electricity demands, face challenges in power prediction due to the wake effect, according to research from the University of Colorado Boulder and collaborators. A study published on March 14 in Wind Energy Science by doctoral student Dave Rosencrans and Professor Julie K. Lundq ... read more

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Wind Energy Expansion Planned for China's Rural Areas
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 24, 2024
China is set to experience a significant increase in wind power development in its rural regions following a new comprehensive plan for renewable energy utilization announced by the National Energy ... more
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New study debunks myths about wind farm land use
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 19, 2024
Wind power, known for its affordability and renewability, has faced hesitancy from policymakers due to assumptions about its extensive land use compared to fossil fuel-driven power plants. However, ... more
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China says 'highly concerned' over EU probe into wind turbine suppliers
Beijing (AFP) April 10, 2024
Beijing said Wednesday it was "highly concerned" over a European Union probe into Chinese wind turbine suppliers, the latest move by Brussels targeting the country over green tech subsidies suspected of undermining fair competition. ... more
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EU probes Chinese wind turbine suppliers over subsidies
Brussels, Belgium (AFP) April 9, 2024
The European Union on Tuesday announced a probe into Chinese wind turbine suppliers, the latest move by Brussels targeting Beijing over green tech subsidies suspected of undermining fair competition. ... more
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Swedish-Belgian group wins Norway's first offshore wind license
Oslo (AFP) Mar 20, 2024
A consortium formed by Belgium's Parkwind and Ikea's parent company has won the tender to build Norway's first offshore wind farm, Norway's government said Wednesday. ... more
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Wind-powered Dutch ship sets sail for greener future
Rotterdam, Netherlands (AFP) Feb 20, 2024
The world's first chemical tanker ship fitted with massive rigid aluminium "sails" has left Rotterdam, its owner hoping to plot a route to bringing down the shipping industry's huge carbon footprint. ... more
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European offshore wind enjoys record year in 2023
Paris (AFP) Jan 18, 2024
A record 4.2 gigawatts of new offshore wind power generation was installed in Europe in 2023, the trade association WindEurope said Thursday, but the region remains far off the pace needed to hit its targets. ... more
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Leaf-shaped generators create electricity from the wind and rain
Washington DC (SPX) Jan 18, 2024
Researchers have made a significant stride in the realm of renewable energy by developing artificial "power plants" - tiny, leaf-shaped generators that can create electricity from the natural forces ... more


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Danish firm to build huge wind farm off UK

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UK unveils massive news windfarm investment by UAE, German firms
Dubai (AFP) Dec 1, 2023
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced Friday plans by UAE state-owned renewables firm Masdar and German energy giant RWE to invest up to 11 billion pounds ($14 billion) in a giant offshore windfarm. ... more
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Wind and solar projects can profit from bitcoin mining
Ithaca NY (SPX) Nov 28, 2023
Bitcoin mining is often perceived as environmentally damaging because it uses huge amounts of electricity to power its intensive computing needs, but what if the mining process could be used to miti ... more
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Winds of change? Bid to revive England's onshore sector
London (AFP) Nov 17, 2023
When yet another winter storm hits Britain, Ellis Jacklin is happier than most, as he gets his energy at up to half the usual unit price. ... more
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Drones to transport personnel and materials to offshore wind farms
Berlin, Germany (SPX) Nov 10, 2023
In a groundbreaking initiative that could significantly streamline operations in offshore wind farms, the German Aerospace Center (DLR) has successfully piloted an unmanned helicopter to autonomousl ... more
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Interior Secretary Haaland announces 15 clean energy projects in the West
Washington DC (UPI) Nov 7, 2023
The Interior Department has announced 15 new renewable energy projects across the West, including major investments in solar and battery storage projects, power transmission lines and geothermal energy development. ... more
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Biden approves largest offshore wind project in US history

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