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Wind prospecting: when measurements matter
Wind energy is the fastest growing renewable energy source and Europe remains at the forefront of the market. By 2020 it is predicted that between 12 and 14% of the EU’s electricity demand will be fulfilled by wind generated power – saving an amount of CO2 equivalent to taking 165 million cars off the roads…. Read more »
Exploring new frontiers
Taking place for the very first time in Vienna at Messe Wien Congress Center on 4th-7th February 2013, EWEA 2013 Annual Event will unite the wind industry once again and return with a new theme that fosters progress and industry growth; EWEA 2013 will focus on significant opportunities for the industry. EWEA – The European… Read more »
The cost of wind
Like other renewable energy technologies, wind is capital intensive, but has no fuel costs. The key parameters governing wind power economics are the investment costs; operation and maintenance costs; capacity factor; economic lifetime; and the cost of capital. We take a closer look at the latest figures, courtesy of the International Renewable Energy Agency. Although… Read more »
Poland Makes Moves Into Europes Big League
The only country in the EU to have emerged from the economic crisis without going into recession is in rude financial health – as is its wind energy economy. For now. PES investigates. In November last year, Siemens Energy announced that it had received orders worth €880m in the wind power industry since July; a… Read more »
Editors Note
Perhaps it’s because the European Wind Energy Association’s Annual Event is being held early this year, or just because the last 12 months have been tumultuous in the wind energy arena, but it seems as if 2012 came and went in a flash. Nevertheless, we have entered into 2013 with a sense of optimism, and… Read more »
Ewea 2013 Tv Rheinland Presents Comprehensive Services For Wind Energy Industry
TÜV Rheinland, the global top ten provider of technical services, will be presenting its expertise to the global wind energy industry at this year‘s EWEA trade fair from February 4-7 in Vienna, Austria. With its international network as well as strong and long-standing presence in countries such as Japan, Korea, India, and China, TÜV Rheinland… Read more »
Omani solar project raises US$26m
GlassPoint Solar just raised $26 million in venture capital and built a pilot project to prove that its solar steam equipment could help oil companies pry loose of heavy crude and make it easier to extract. On a small plot of land amid the barren sand dunes of the Arab state of Oman, you’ll find… Read more »
At the heart of the industry
A world leader in offshore wind installation and service solutions, A2SEA A/S is dedicated to providing the wind industry with safer, sustainable, and more cost-efficient operations. We spoke to Kaj Lindvig, Senior Advisor. PES: Welcome to the magazine. Before we get on to the main issues of the day, would you like to introduce your… Read more »
A revolution in wind turbine safety
Wind farms are an increasingly common landscape element in many regions. And with good reason. After all, wind turbine generator systems are one of the cleanest sources of energy available. However, just like other machinery, they too must adhere to strict safety requirements. Progressive safety solutions from B&R give wind turbine manufacturers all the tools… Read more »
Residential buffer zones for wind turbines: the evidence
A bill attempting to set minimum distances from residential premises has been put before legislators across Europe on a number of occasions, yet it has not progressed beyond initial reading stages. However, it has been widely publicised and some local authorities have proposed policies with similar criteria. In this feature, PES sets out the current… Read more »
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The World’s First All-Perovskite Tandem Photovoltaic Power Station has been Completed and is now Operational!
According to a report on the “RENSHINE SOLAR” WeChat official account on January 24, 2025, RENSHINE SOLAR, after achieving the mass production of 30cm×40cm large-sized (Champion efficiency of 26.12%, aperture area > 900 cm2) all-perovskite tandem modules, has once again led the way in constructing the world’s first all-perovskite tandem photovoltaic demonstration power station. The station consists… Read more »
Klein Marine System’s 5900 High-Speed Side-Scan Sonar To KIOST For Seafloor Topography Surveys
Top-of-the-line high-speed sonar system goes to the Korea Institute of Ocean Science & Technology (KIOST) Salem, NH – Jan. 21, 2025 – Klein Marine Systems (Salem, NH), is pleased to announce that the Korea Institute of Ocean Science & Technology (KIOST), in their ongoing quest to advance marine science and technology, has accepted delivery of… Read more »
Enviromena announces second milestone of 2025 with Hampshire solar farm energisation
Enviromena, a leading provider of clean energy solutions, is proud to announce the successful energisation of the Kiln Fields Solar Farm, an 18MWp renewable energy project in Heckfield, Hampshire. The project is the second in Enviromena’s pipeline to be energised as part of the grid’s Technical Limits acceleration programme following the award-winning energisation of Horsey… Read more »
Aevy selected for TotalEnergies On Accelerator program
Collaboration to explore innovative solutions for next-generation management and due diligence of renewable asset OSLO, Norway — Aevy, a pioneering provider of solutions for management and due diligence of renewable energy assets, announces its selection for the TotalEnergies On accelerator program. The collaboration aims to transform how renewable energy assets are managed by unlocking critical… Read more »
Solis Celebrates 20 Years of Driving Renewable Energy Forward
UK – January: Ginlong (Solis) Technologies, one of the largest and most experienced inverter manufacturers globally, proudly marks 20 years of innovation, growth, and commitment to renewable energy. Founded in 2005, Solis has grown from humble beginnings in Ningbo, China, into a trusted global leader in solar inverter technology with a presence in over 35… Read more »
WINAICO receives Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for its solar module series
Solar module series WST-XXXNGX-D3 and WST-XXXNGXB-D3 certified Creglingen, 23.01.2025 – The solar module manufacturer WINAICO is pleased to announce the certification of the Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for two of its solar module series: WST-XXXNGX-D3 and WST-XXXNGXB-D3 series have been certified. The Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) is an important tool for objectively and transparently communicating… Read more »
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