The 33 turbines of the wind farm will be able to generate over 200 million kWh each year, avoiding atmospheric emissions of more than 130 thousand tons of CO2 annually.
With Castle Rock Ridge, Enel Green Power has increased its installed capacity to 124MW in Canada, while the group’s total installed capacity in North America has reached 1,088MW.
"Castle Rock Ridge is a clear demonstration of our ability to build power plants in Canada and a first step for future potential development in the Alberta region,” said Enel Green Power CEO Francesco Starace. “The entry into service of the new plant has further increased our ‘zero-emissions’ capacity in the country, where we have had a well established presence for a long time, stressing our commitment to contributing to sustainable growth.”
Enel Green Power North America, a subsidiary of Enel Green Power, is a owner and operator...Enel hooks up Castle Rock Ridge wind farm to Canadian grid
Thursday, May 31, 2012
Iceland volcanoes may generate geothermal power for UK
In particular, the two countries pledged to - exchange information on the development of the deep geothermal sector in the UK, including in the supply of heat to district heating networks; and explore the possibility of developing electricity interconnection between Iceland and the UK, including relevant legal and regulatory issues.
In addition, the UK and Iceland have also agreed to work with their respective Ministries for International Development on renewable energy projects in developing countries with a special focus on East Africa; and exchange information regarding the development of oil and gas industries, including offshore drilling.
UK Energy Minister Charles Hendry said: “Today’s agreement will help pave the way for a closer relationship with Iceland, which I hope can yield significant benefits for the UK, including the development of geothermal power, greater use of interconnectors to transport energy under the sea, and developing oil and gas resources.
Iceland volcanoes may generate geothermal power for UK
In addition, the UK and Iceland have also agreed to work with their respective Ministries for International Development on renewable energy projects in developing countries with a special focus on East Africa; and exchange information regarding the development of oil and gas industries, including offshore drilling.
UK Energy Minister Charles Hendry said: “Today’s agreement will help pave the way for a closer relationship with Iceland, which I hope can yield significant benefits for the UK, including the development of geothermal power, greater use of interconnectors to transport energy under the sea, and developing oil and gas resources.
Iceland volcanoes may generate geothermal power for UK
Enel Green Power starts Rancia 2 geothermal power plant in Tuscany
The plant will be able to generate about 150 million kilowatt hours of power, avoiding the emission of 100 thousand tonnes of CO2 and saving 33 thousand TOE (tonnes of oil equivalent) of fossil fuels per year.
The Rancia 2 project, which is at the forefront of the geothermal power field, was carried out in compliance with the highest quality and safety standards developed over the course of a century of experience, said Enel Green Power.
The work on the Rancia 2 plant will also include the construction of an AMIS facility, a patented Enel Group process to improve the environmental performance of the plant. The refurbishment project was developed by the in-house engineering resources of Enel Green Power, with construction being carried out using primarily local labor and firms....
Enel Green Power starts Rancia 2 geothermal power plant in Tuscany
The Rancia 2 project, which is at the forefront of the geothermal power field, was carried out in compliance with the highest quality and safety standards developed over the course of a century of experience, said Enel Green Power.
The work on the Rancia 2 plant will also include the construction of an AMIS facility, a patented Enel Group process to improve the environmental performance of the plant. The refurbishment project was developed by the in-house engineering resources of Enel Green Power, with construction being carried out using primarily local labor and firms....
Enel Green Power starts Rancia 2 geothermal power plant in Tuscany
BG sells interest in Philippines power plants to First Gen
The sale and purchase agreement covers the 1,000 megawatt Santa Rita power plant and the 500 megawatt San Lorenzo power plant, both on the island of Luzon.
BG Group chief executive Sir Frank Chapman said: “The sale of our interest in these power generation plants in the Philippines is another step to realising the planned release of $5 billion of capital in the next two years. This deal, along with strategic divestments already announced this year, will release some $3.6 billion from BG Group's balance sheet."
BG Group, active in more than 25 countries on five continents, has a broad portfolio of exploration and production, Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) and transmission and distribution business interests.
BG sells interest in Philippines power plants to First Gen
BG Group chief executive Sir Frank Chapman said: “The sale of our interest in these power generation plants in the Philippines is another step to realising the planned release of $5 billion of capital in the next two years. This deal, along with strategic divestments already announced this year, will release some $3.6 billion from BG Group's balance sheet."
BG Group, active in more than 25 countries on five continents, has a broad portfolio of exploration and production, Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) and transmission and distribution business interests.
BG sells interest in Philippines power plants to First Gen
ACCIONA launches 56MW Tuppadahalli Wind Park in India
The three wind farms ACCIONA owns in India are located in the state of Karnataka, with a total installed capacity of 85.8MW. Tuppadahalli will produce renewable electricity equivalent to the consumption of around 35,000 Indian homes per year.
The Tuppadahalli wind park has thirty-four 1.65MW turbines which, through wind power, will avoid the emission of around 129,000 metric tons of CO2 a year to the atmosphere from conventional power plants in the state. The electricity generated is purchased by the state-owned distribution company MESCOM.
All ACCIONA's wind parks in India are wholly owned by the company. The new facility joins the wind parks of Arasinagundi (13.2MW), installed in 2007, and Anabaru (16.5MW), which entered service in 2008.
ACCIONA has a number of projects in an advanced stage of development, with the aim of consolidating its position as the leading Spanish wind power operator in India...
ACCIONA launches 56MW Tuppadahalli Wind Park in India
The Tuppadahalli wind park has thirty-four 1.65MW turbines which, through wind power, will avoid the emission of around 129,000 metric tons of CO2 a year to the atmosphere from conventional power plants in the state. The electricity generated is purchased by the state-owned distribution company MESCOM.
All ACCIONA's wind parks in India are wholly owned by the company. The new facility joins the wind parks of Arasinagundi (13.2MW), installed in 2007, and Anabaru (16.5MW), which entered service in 2008.
ACCIONA has a number of projects in an advanced stage of development, with the aim of consolidating its position as the leading Spanish wind power operator in India...
ACCIONA launches 56MW Tuppadahalli Wind Park in India
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Emerson to provide safety systems for BP’s Clair Ridge project
The offshore oil platforms are part of the Clair Ridge project being developed by BP and its co-venturers, ConocoPhillips, Chevron, and Shell, and will use the latest technologies to enhance oil recovery and avoid environmental impact in the area near the UK’s Shetland Islands.
In addition to providing automation technologies, Emerson will serve as the project’s main automation contractor under a global agreement with BP. In this role, Emerson will provide automation services that include system engineering, installation, configuration, testing, and ongoing support.
The integrated Emerson solution will use Emerson’s PlantWeb™ digital plant architecture, including its DeltaV™ digital automation system, DeltaV SIS™ process safety system, and AMS Suite predictive maintenance software. The digital automation technologies will support BP’s Field of the Future® program for enhancing operating efficiency and oil recovery....
Emerson to provide safety systems for BP’s Clair Ridge project
In addition to providing automation technologies, Emerson will serve as the project’s main automation contractor under a global agreement with BP. In this role, Emerson will provide automation services that include system engineering, installation, configuration, testing, and ongoing support.
The integrated Emerson solution will use Emerson’s PlantWeb™ digital plant architecture, including its DeltaV™ digital automation system, DeltaV SIS™ process safety system, and AMS Suite predictive maintenance software. The digital automation technologies will support BP’s Field of the Future® program for enhancing operating efficiency and oil recovery....
Emerson to provide safety systems for BP’s Clair Ridge project
TGE receives US$11.5 million grant for Apas Kiri geothermal project
Apas Kiri will be Malaysia's first geothermal energy development. It is expected to come online by early 2015 with a rated net capacity of 30MWs. Continental Energy owns a 10 percent stake in TGE.
The grant will be disbursed under the Facilitation Funds Agreement (FFA) by Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Berhad (BPMB), a development bank owned by the Malaysian Government and mandated to provide medium to long term financing to capital intensive development and infrastructure projects.
The proceeds of the grant are to be exclusively utilized by TGE to pay for costs associated with constructing access roads and making related infrastructure improvements involving the Apas Kiri geothermal power development....
TGE receives US$11.5 million grant for Apas Kiri geothermal project
The grant will be disbursed under the Facilitation Funds Agreement (FFA) by Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Berhad (BPMB), a development bank owned by the Malaysian Government and mandated to provide medium to long term financing to capital intensive development and infrastructure projects.
The proceeds of the grant are to be exclusively utilized by TGE to pay for costs associated with constructing access roads and making related infrastructure improvements involving the Apas Kiri geothermal power development....
TGE receives US$11.5 million grant for Apas Kiri geothermal project
First power module at Neal Hot Springs reaches mechanical completion
The total project is about 90 percent complete with aruound 65 percent of the US Dept of Energy project loan already drawn down to fund construction.
Mechanical completion of the first module marks the initiation of commissioning activities on various individual power plant components, controls and the related production and injection wellfield. Once these commissioning activities are complete, the power module will undergo acceptance testing, leading up to full module startup and continuous operation.
The second power plant module is expected to achieve mechanical completion around June 7, 2012 and the third module is slated to achieve mechanical completion by the end of June, 2012.
First power module at Neal Hot Springs reaches mechanical completion
Mechanical completion of the first module marks the initiation of commissioning activities on various individual power plant components, controls and the related production and injection wellfield. Once these commissioning activities are complete, the power module will undergo acceptance testing, leading up to full module startup and continuous operation.
The second power plant module is expected to achieve mechanical completion around June 7, 2012 and the third module is slated to achieve mechanical completion by the end of June, 2012.
First power module at Neal Hot Springs reaches mechanical completion
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
TGE receives US$11.5 million grant for Apas Kiri geothermal project
Apas Kiri will be Malaysia's first geothermal energy development. It is expected to come online by early 2015 with a rated net capacity of 30MWs. Continental Energy owns a 10 percent stake in TGE.
The grant will be disbursed under the Facilitation Funds Agreement (FFA) by Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Berhad (BPMB), a development bank owned by the Malaysian Government and mandated to provide medium to long term financing to capital intensive development and infrastructure projects.
The proceeds of the grant are to be exclusively utilized by TGE to pay for costs associated with constructing access roads and making related infrastructure improvements involving the Apas Kiri geothermal power development....
TGE receives US$11.5 million grant for Apas Kiri geothermal project
The grant will be disbursed under the Facilitation Funds Agreement (FFA) by Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Berhad (BPMB), a development bank owned by the Malaysian Government and mandated to provide medium to long term financing to capital intensive development and infrastructure projects.
The proceeds of the grant are to be exclusively utilized by TGE to pay for costs associated with constructing access roads and making related infrastructure improvements involving the Apas Kiri geothermal power development....
TGE receives US$11.5 million grant for Apas Kiri geothermal project
FuelCell Energy renews service agreements for DFC power plants
The total value of the service agreements is approximately $15 million. Three different fuel cell markets are represented by these customers including education, municipal wastewater treatment, and food processing.
DFC power plants electrochemically convert a fuel source into electricity and heat in a highly efficient process that emits virtually no pollutants due to the absence of combustion. DFC power plants are fuel flexible, capable of operating on natural gas or renewable biogas. Efficiency of up to 90 percent can be achieved when the DFC plant is configured for combined heat and power (CHP).
"A fundamental cornerstone of our business model is keeping our customers satisfied, which generates growth in our Services business," said Chip Bottone, president and chief executive officer, FuelCell Energy. "By having FuelCell Energy responsible for the operation and maintenance of the power plants, our customers can concentrate on their core competencies."
"Existing customers extending service agreements is a strong testament to the favorable economic... FuelCell Energy renews service agreements for DFC power plants
DFC power plants electrochemically convert a fuel source into electricity and heat in a highly efficient process that emits virtually no pollutants due to the absence of combustion. DFC power plants are fuel flexible, capable of operating on natural gas or renewable biogas. Efficiency of up to 90 percent can be achieved when the DFC plant is configured for combined heat and power (CHP).
"A fundamental cornerstone of our business model is keeping our customers satisfied, which generates growth in our Services business," said Chip Bottone, president and chief executive officer, FuelCell Energy. "By having FuelCell Energy responsible for the operation and maintenance of the power plants, our customers can concentrate on their core competencies."
"Existing customers extending service agreements is a strong testament to the favorable economic... FuelCell Energy renews service agreements for DFC power plants
Canadian Solar powers up biggest solar park in Hesse
More than 40,000 Canadian Solar modules were installed on an area spanning 153,000 square meters within the period of a few weeks. The project contractor was Frankfurter Entsorgungs- und Service GmbH (FES). Onsite construction was carried out by the Sinusstrom GmbH. The solar park is operated by the RMS Rhein-Main Solarpark GmbH, a joint subsidiary of the Stadtwerke Dreieich and the FES. The project allocated 25 percent of the modules for use as a public participation solar park, administered by the Solar Initiative Marburg eV.
"With a solar project of this size the smooth implementation and installation of high performance quality modules is essential. Having chosen the right partners, we accomplished installation and grid connection by the end of 2011," said FES project manager Florian Benten.
Dr Shawn Qu, chairman and chief executive officer of Canadian Solar, said: “We are pleased that RMS Rhein-Main Solarpark GmbH and Sinusstrom have chosen solar modules by Canadian Solar... Canadian Solar powers up biggest solar park in Hesse
"With a solar project of this size the smooth implementation and installation of high performance quality modules is essential. Having chosen the right partners, we accomplished installation and grid connection by the end of 2011," said FES project manager Florian Benten.
Dr Shawn Qu, chairman and chief executive officer of Canadian Solar, said: “We are pleased that RMS Rhein-Main Solarpark GmbH and Sinusstrom have chosen solar modules by Canadian Solar... Canadian Solar powers up biggest solar park in Hesse
AEG PS expands solar portfolio with new central inverter Protect PV630
With 630kW performance, the new inverter is the next step in AEG PS‘s offering of high-end utility-class inverters. The launch follows on from the success of Protect PV.250 and PV.500 (currently with more than 860 installations around the world).
All former series are available as different indoor- and outdoor versions for connection to the medium voltage grid. The new Protect PV 630 is immediately available in indoor version, the outdoor solution will be introduced shortly to the market, said AEG PS.
Designed for global use, PV.630 has received certifications and is compliant with the national grid regulations of several countries. Protect PV.630 is also available as a turnkey container solution, TKS-C 1250, equipped with 2 inverters, transformer and switchgear....
AEG PS expands solar portfolio with new central inverter Protect PV630
All former series are available as different indoor- and outdoor versions for connection to the medium voltage grid. The new Protect PV 630 is immediately available in indoor version, the outdoor solution will be introduced shortly to the market, said AEG PS.
Designed for global use, PV.630 has received certifications and is compliant with the national grid regulations of several countries. Protect PV.630 is also available as a turnkey container solution, TKS-C 1250, equipped with 2 inverters, transformer and switchgear....
AEG PS expands solar portfolio with new central inverter Protect PV630
Gamesa enters Nicaraguan market, to install 44MW turnkey wind farm
Gamesa will install 22 of its G90 wind turbines, each with capacity of 2MW, which it will manufacture in Spain and the United States during 2012. The wind farm, in the town of Rivas, is on the shore of Lake Nicaragua in south-western Nicaragua.
Pursuant to the agreement, Gamesa will also develop all necessary infrastructures for the project's construction and operation, including an electricity substation, a high-tension line and the site's connection to the power grid. Furthermore, it will carry out operation and maintenance (O&M) services at the wind farm for a period of 10 years.
Eolo de Nicaragua is owned by Globeleq Mesoamerica Energy (Wind) Limited, a subsidiary of Globeleq Generation Limited and Mesoamerica Power Ltd.
For the second time, Gamesa will work with Globeleq, after completing...Gamesa enters Nicaraguan market, to install 44MW turnkey wind farm
Pursuant to the agreement, Gamesa will also develop all necessary infrastructures for the project's construction and operation, including an electricity substation, a high-tension line and the site's connection to the power grid. Furthermore, it will carry out operation and maintenance (O&M) services at the wind farm for a period of 10 years.
Eolo de Nicaragua is owned by Globeleq Mesoamerica Energy (Wind) Limited, a subsidiary of Globeleq Generation Limited and Mesoamerica Power Ltd.
For the second time, Gamesa will work with Globeleq, after completing...Gamesa enters Nicaraguan market, to install 44MW turnkey wind farm
Saturday, May 26, 2012
ACCIONA, Aveng to build Gouda Wind Park and Sishen Solar PV plant in South Africa
The Department of Energy of South Africa selected two projects presented by ACCIONA and Aveng in the second round of the Independent Power Producers Renewable Bid (IPP REBID). The installations are a 135.2MW wind park (138MW nominal capacity) and a 74MW photovoltaic solar plant (94MWp), which will be built between 2013 and 2014.
The two facilities will be ACCIONA's first investments in South Africa, a country that has pledged to diversify its energy mix with renewable sources while seeking to fulfill the country's growing demand for power.
South Africa plans to award 3,725MW in clean energy projects by the end of 2013, as part of a long-term strategy to incorporate 17,000MW of new renewable energy capacity by 2030.....
ACCIONA, Aveng to build Gouda Wind Park and Sishen Solar PV plant in South Africa
The two facilities will be ACCIONA's first investments in South Africa, a country that has pledged to diversify its energy mix with renewable sources while seeking to fulfill the country's growing demand for power.
South Africa plans to award 3,725MW in clean energy projects by the end of 2013, as part of a long-term strategy to incorporate 17,000MW of new renewable energy capacity by 2030.....
ACCIONA, Aveng to build Gouda Wind Park and Sishen Solar PV plant in South Africa
RMT initiates major erection at First Wind's Kawailoa Wind Farm
"First Wind is pleased to again be working with RMT and to continue our commitment to building first-class renewable energy facilities in Hawaii. We appreciate the cooperation and support of the Hawaiian regulatory officials, local government, land owners, neighbors, and our construction team in safely building Hawaii's largest renewable energy facility to date," said Michael Alvarez, president and CFO of First Wind.
RMT broke ground at Kawailoa in 2011, and recently mobilized construction crews to commence heavy civil construction and turbine erection. The company is providing engineering, procurement, and construction of the civil and electrical infrastructure, including the installation of 30 Siemens 2.3-MW wind turbines.
The civil infrastructure includes roads, crane paths and pads, and turbine foundations. The electrical infrastructure includes a 23-kV collection system, two 23kV/46kV substations, and a 46-kV transmission line that will interconnect to the Hawaiian Electric Company (HECO) system....
RMT initiates major erection at First Wind's Kawailoa Wind Farm
RMT broke ground at Kawailoa in 2011, and recently mobilized construction crews to commence heavy civil construction and turbine erection. The company is providing engineering, procurement, and construction of the civil and electrical infrastructure, including the installation of 30 Siemens 2.3-MW wind turbines.
The civil infrastructure includes roads, crane paths and pads, and turbine foundations. The electrical infrastructure includes a 23-kV collection system, two 23kV/46kV substations, and a 46-kV transmission line that will interconnect to the Hawaiian Electric Company (HECO) system....
RMT initiates major erection at First Wind's Kawailoa Wind Farm
Entergy secures 20-year renewal for Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station
The approval means the NRC has concluded there is no safety or environmental issue that precludes renewal of the plant's license to operate for an additional 20 years.
Entergy Nuclear filed Pilgrim's license renewal application on January 25, 2006, making this the longest license review on record. The plant's original 40-year license was scheduled to expire on June 8, 2012. Pilgrim's renewed license enables the plant to operate until 2032.
John Herron, president, CEO and chief nuclear officer of Entergy Nuclear, said: "The NRC conducted extremely thorough safety and environmental reviews of Pilgrim's application for license renewal and concluded the station can safely operate another 20 years. The decision ensures Pilgrim's generation of safe, clean, reliable and low-cost energy will continue to benefit the... Entergy secures 20-year renewal for Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station
Entergy Nuclear filed Pilgrim's license renewal application on January 25, 2006, making this the longest license review on record. The plant's original 40-year license was scheduled to expire on June 8, 2012. Pilgrim's renewed license enables the plant to operate until 2032.
John Herron, president, CEO and chief nuclear officer of Entergy Nuclear, said: "The NRC conducted extremely thorough safety and environmental reviews of Pilgrim's application for license renewal and concluded the station can safely operate another 20 years. The decision ensures Pilgrim's generation of safe, clean, reliable and low-cost energy will continue to benefit the... Entergy secures 20-year renewal for Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station
Friday, May 25, 2012
Alstom bags three major hydro projects in Canada
For the first two projects, Alstom will supply new runners for units C-1 and C-3 at the Beauharnois Generating Station. The third contract is for the Pointe du Bois Spillway Replacement Project.
Alstom’s North American Hydro headquarters and manufacturing facility in Sorel-Tracy, QC, will design, produce and deliver one new 47MW Francis turbine runner for unit C-1 of Hydro-Québec’sBeauharnois Generating Station.
Hydro-Québec has also exercised the option for five additional upgraded propeller runners including part refurbishment for unit C-3, which falls within the framework of an original contract the Quebec utility awarded Alstom in 2010.
The individual retrofit projects will increase electricity output by replacing old runners with new, more efficient designs that produce more electricity. The scheduled delivery date for unit C-1 is November 2013 and the first runner for unit C-3 under the option taken up by....Alstom bags three major hydro projects in Canada
Alstom’s North American Hydro headquarters and manufacturing facility in Sorel-Tracy, QC, will design, produce and deliver one new 47MW Francis turbine runner for unit C-1 of Hydro-Québec’sBeauharnois Generating Station.
Hydro-Québec has also exercised the option for five additional upgraded propeller runners including part refurbishment for unit C-3, which falls within the framework of an original contract the Quebec utility awarded Alstom in 2010.
The individual retrofit projects will increase electricity output by replacing old runners with new, more efficient designs that produce more electricity. The scheduled delivery date for unit C-1 is November 2013 and the first runner for unit C-3 under the option taken up by....Alstom bags three major hydro projects in Canada
Vestas, Methanex collaborate on wind development globally
The agreement between Vestas and Methanex defines the framework for further cooperation between both companies to establish a baseline for the development of future wind projects in/or around Methanex´s global production facilities; to support and advise Methanex in the development of new wind projects around the world; and to help build a robust renewable energy regulation in the Magallanes Region - contributing to the diversification of its energy mix.
Two years ago, Methanex used Vestas technology to develop the Cabo Negro Wind Power Plant in Magallanes, Chile, in order to increase their energy security and ensure more sustainable operations through the use of clean energy. Methanex’s decision....Vestas, Methanex collaborate on wind development globally
Two years ago, Methanex used Vestas technology to develop the Cabo Negro Wind Power Plant in Magallanes, Chile, in order to increase their energy security and ensure more sustainable operations through the use of clean energy. Methanex’s decision....Vestas, Methanex collaborate on wind development globally
Enel Green Power launches Corinth wind farm and Kourtesi II PV plant in Greece
The Corinth wind farm spreads across the areas of Chlogos and Profitis Elias, near the city of Corinth in the north-east of the Peloponnese. The wind farm is composed of 32 wind turbines of 0.85MW each for a total installed capacity exceeding 27MW, and is expected to produce 57 million kWh of electricity annually.
The second facility, that has just entered service, is the photovoltaic plant named Kourtesi II, located in the Ilia region. The plant has an installed capacity of 4.8MW and is expected to generate approximately 6.15 million kWh annually.
The clean energy produced by both plants will reduce CO2 emissions into the atmosphere by nearly 70,000 tons per year....
Enel Green Power launches Corinth wind farm and Kourtesi II PV plant in Greece
The second facility, that has just entered service, is the photovoltaic plant named Kourtesi II, located in the Ilia region. The plant has an installed capacity of 4.8MW and is expected to generate approximately 6.15 million kWh annually.
The clean energy produced by both plants will reduce CO2 emissions into the atmosphere by nearly 70,000 tons per year....
Enel Green Power launches Corinth wind farm and Kourtesi II PV plant in Greece
Thursday, May 24, 2012
SolarReserve, Kensani, Intikon win 88MW solar project in South Africa
The award brings the consortium's award to three projects totaling 238MW and accounting for a 20 percent share of South Africa's solar energy market. The Jasper Solar Energy Project, located in the Northern Cape of South Africa, was developed in response to the DOE's second bidding window for the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (REIPPPP).
In December 2011, the consortium received preferred bidder status for two 75MW DC projects in the first round of the DOE's solicitation for renewable energy projects.
The two projects, Letsatsi and Lesedi PV, are expected to begin construction in June 2012 and are two of the largest projects in the first round of awards. They will generate enough clean, renewable energy to power more than 50,000 homes in South Africa....
SolarReserve, Kensani, Intikon win 88MW solar project in South Africa
In December 2011, the consortium received preferred bidder status for two 75MW DC projects in the first round of the DOE's solicitation for renewable energy projects.
The two projects, Letsatsi and Lesedi PV, are expected to begin construction in June 2012 and are two of the largest projects in the first round of awards. They will generate enough clean, renewable energy to power more than 50,000 homes in South Africa....
SolarReserve, Kensani, Intikon win 88MW solar project in South Africa
Suntech to roll out new compact 60-cell module at Intersolar Munich
The sleek frame design will be utilized on Suntech's new W-Series 260W modules, each with 60, six-inch monocrystalline cells that together achieve up to 16 percent module-level conversion efficiency. The 1640 x 992 x 35 mm module is one of the most powerful in its class and ideally suited for Europe's robust residential solar market.
In the new design, the module frame has been narrowed from 50mm to 35mm and total module weight has been reduced significantly from 19.1kg to 18.2kg. The changes make the module easier to handle, and allow for more efficient packaging that can reduce total storage and shipment costs by up to 25 percent. In addition, the lower aluminum content reduces the product's carbon footprint and energy-payback period to less than two years under average conditions.
The new modules are equipped to withstand all weather conditions, including 3.800 Pascal wind loads and 5.400 Pascal snow loads, well above IEC standard requirements.....
Suntech to roll out new compact 60-cell module at Intersolar Munich
In the new design, the module frame has been narrowed from 50mm to 35mm and total module weight has been reduced significantly from 19.1kg to 18.2kg. The changes make the module easier to handle, and allow for more efficient packaging that can reduce total storage and shipment costs by up to 25 percent. In addition, the lower aluminum content reduces the product's carbon footprint and energy-payback period to less than two years under average conditions.
The new modules are equipped to withstand all weather conditions, including 3.800 Pascal wind loads and 5.400 Pascal snow loads, well above IEC standard requirements.....
Suntech to roll out new compact 60-cell module at Intersolar Munich
NADB, SunEdison ink loan agreement for Picture Rocks solar park in Arizona
In December 2011, the Board of Directors of NADB and the Border Environment Cooperation Commission (BECC) approved certification and financing for the design, construction and operation of a photovoltaic solar energy plant, which is expected to generate sufficient electricity to supply power to approximately 3,500 homes.
The project will supply electricity to Tucson Electric Power (TEP), an Arizona corporation and principal subsidiary of UNS Energy Corporation (UNS), through a 20-year purchase power agreement. TEP provides electric service to the Tucson metropolitan area.
The project is part of TEP's plan to comply with the Arizona Corporation Commission's (ACC's) Renewable Energy Standard, which requires regulated electric utilities in Arizona to generate 15 percent of their energy from renewable resources by 2025....
NADB, SunEdison ink loan agreement for Picture Rocks solar park in Arizona
The project will supply electricity to Tucson Electric Power (TEP), an Arizona corporation and principal subsidiary of UNS Energy Corporation (UNS), through a 20-year purchase power agreement. TEP provides electric service to the Tucson metropolitan area.
The project is part of TEP's plan to comply with the Arizona Corporation Commission's (ACC's) Renewable Energy Standard, which requires regulated electric utilities in Arizona to generate 15 percent of their energy from renewable resources by 2025....
NADB, SunEdison ink loan agreement for Picture Rocks solar park in Arizona
KYOCERA ships US-made modules for Arlington Valley Solar Energy II
Kyocera said production of the modules for the large-scale project will continue through March 2013.
Manufactured in Kyocera’s San Diego production facility, the 245-watt and 315-watt modules will become part of the Arlington Valley Solar Energy II project (AV Solar), scheduled to begin operations in late 2013 on approximately 1,160 acres near Arizona’s Hassayampa Substation in Maricopa County.
Kyocera said production of the modules for the Arlington Valley Solar Energy II project will continue through March 2013. Once complete, the project’s 127MW-generating capacity will place it among the largest solar photovoltaic installations in North America....
KYOCERA ships US-made modules for Arlington Valley Solar Energy II
Manufactured in Kyocera’s San Diego production facility, the 245-watt and 315-watt modules will become part of the Arlington Valley Solar Energy II project (AV Solar), scheduled to begin operations in late 2013 on approximately 1,160 acres near Arizona’s Hassayampa Substation in Maricopa County.
Kyocera said production of the modules for the Arlington Valley Solar Energy II project will continue through March 2013. Once complete, the project’s 127MW-generating capacity will place it among the largest solar photovoltaic installations in North America....
KYOCERA ships US-made modules for Arlington Valley Solar Energy II
Suzlon to power AmakhalaEmoyeni Phase 1 wind project in South Africa
Cennergi has chosen to use 66 of Suzlon’s S97-2.1 MW turbines for the project. Suzlon will deliver the turbines under a full EPC (engineering, procurement and construction) agreement.
The AmakhalaEmoyeni Phase 1 project was submitted by Cennergi, a joint venture between South Africa's Exxaro Resources and India’s Tata Power, under the second window of the Request for Bids for the Independent Power Producers Programme.
Thomas Garner, Cennergi CEO said: “We had presented a very high quality bid, tailor-made for the energy needs of the Republic of South Africa. Suzlon’s vast experience in emerging markets and current standing in the energy sector in South Africa specifically, has been instrumental in securing this bid. We are very excited by this opportunity and are looking forward to building a very successful wind project.”
Silas Zimu, CEO of Suzlon South Africa, said: “The selection of our turbines,...Suzlon to power AmakhalaEmoyeni Phase 1 wind project in South Africa
The AmakhalaEmoyeni Phase 1 project was submitted by Cennergi, a joint venture between South Africa's Exxaro Resources and India’s Tata Power, under the second window of the Request for Bids for the Independent Power Producers Programme.
Thomas Garner, Cennergi CEO said: “We had presented a very high quality bid, tailor-made for the energy needs of the Republic of South Africa. Suzlon’s vast experience in emerging markets and current standing in the energy sector in South Africa specifically, has been instrumental in securing this bid. We are very excited by this opportunity and are looking forward to building a very successful wind project.”
Silas Zimu, CEO of Suzlon South Africa, said: “The selection of our turbines,...Suzlon to power AmakhalaEmoyeni Phase 1 wind project in South Africa
AMSC receives wind turbine ECS order from Inox
Devansh Jain, director of Inox Wind, said: "We were amongst the first manufacturers to begin producing 2MW turbines locally in volumes and have quickly established a leadership position in the market. This position is strengthened by our vertical approach, which includes best-in-class manufacturing as well as project development. We look forward to continuing our growth with AMSC at our side."
AMSC's ECS are an integrated suite of power electronics systems that include the wind turbine power converter cabinet, internal power supply and various controls. Together, the systems serve as the ‘brains’ of the wind turbine and enable reliable, high-performance operation by controlling power flows, regulating voltage, monitoring system performance, controlling the pitch of wind turbine blades and the yaw of the turbines to maximize efficiency.
The ECS are being utilized in Inox's...AMSC receives wind turbine ECS order from Inox
AMSC's ECS are an integrated suite of power electronics systems that include the wind turbine power converter cabinet, internal power supply and various controls. Together, the systems serve as the ‘brains’ of the wind turbine and enable reliable, high-performance operation by controlling power flows, regulating voltage, monitoring system performance, controlling the pitch of wind turbine blades and the yaw of the turbines to maximize efficiency.
The ECS are being utilized in Inox's...AMSC receives wind turbine ECS order from Inox
Siemens to power-up El Arrayan wind project in Chile
The scope of supply encompasses delivery, installation and commissioning of the 50 SWT-2.3-101 wind turbines, including a five-year service and maintenance contract. Installation of the project is scheduled to begin in spring 2013, with commissioning of the wind power plant planned for early 2014.
Mark Albenze, CEO of the Siemens Wind Power Americas business unit, said: "The El Arrayan wind power plant is our first project in South America outside Brazil and marks our entry into the Chilean market. We look forward to growing our presence in this region."
According to the Global Wind Energy Council, Chile has good wind resources from the northern deserts to the extreme South and estimates the country's wind energy potential to be around 40GW. Other Siemens wind orders in South America include three projects with a combined capacity of nearly 300 megawatts (MW) in Brazil, which will be installed in 2012 and 2013....
Siemens to power-up El Arrayan wind project in Chile
Mark Albenze, CEO of the Siemens Wind Power Americas business unit, said: "The El Arrayan wind power plant is our first project in South America outside Brazil and marks our entry into the Chilean market. We look forward to growing our presence in this region."
According to the Global Wind Energy Council, Chile has good wind resources from the northern deserts to the extreme South and estimates the country's wind energy potential to be around 40GW. Other Siemens wind orders in South America include three projects with a combined capacity of nearly 300 megawatts (MW) in Brazil, which will be installed in 2012 and 2013....
Siemens to power-up El Arrayan wind project in Chile
EDF acquires sole control of Edison
With the completion of the transaction, EDF's equity in Edison's ordinary shares increases from approximately 50 percent to slightly more than 80 percent and, with the termination of its shareholders agreement with Delmi, EDF is now in sole control of Edison.
Simultaneously with EDF's acquisition of control of Edison, Delmi completed, under its previously announced parallel contract, the acquisition from Edison of 50 percent of Edipower for €684 million and from Alpiq of 20 percent of Edipower for €200 million.
At the same time, Edipower is completing the reimbursement to Edison and Alpiq of the shareholder loans previously provided by them to Edipower....
EDF acquires sole control of Edison
Simultaneously with EDF's acquisition of control of Edison, Delmi completed, under its previously announced parallel contract, the acquisition from Edison of 50 percent of Edipower for €684 million and from Alpiq of 20 percent of Edipower for €200 million.
At the same time, Edipower is completing the reimbursement to Edison and Alpiq of the shareholder loans previously provided by them to Edipower....
EDF acquires sole control of Edison
GE supplies aeroderivative gas turbine generators to Dorad plant in Israel
The Dorad Energy power plant will play a critical role in enhancing the reliability of Israel’s electric system and will be the largest, and one of the first, independent power plants built in Israel since the country deregulated its electricity markets several years ago.
The plant is a combined-cycle design, meaning it uses hot exhaust from the GE gas turbines to generate steam to power two steam turbine-generators, further increasing plant output at higher efficiencies. GE expects the 50-megawatt aeroderivative units to begin commercial operation in the second half of 2013.
GE’s Veresegyház plant, located near Budapest, Hungary, is manufacturing the gas turbine-generators. The Veresegyház plant began operating in 2000 and serves as the foundation of GE’s turbine component production in the Central European region....
GE supplies aeroderivative gas turbine generators to Dorad plant in Israel
The plant is a combined-cycle design, meaning it uses hot exhaust from the GE gas turbines to generate steam to power two steam turbine-generators, further increasing plant output at higher efficiencies. GE expects the 50-megawatt aeroderivative units to begin commercial operation in the second half of 2013.
GE’s Veresegyház plant, located near Budapest, Hungary, is manufacturing the gas turbine-generators. The Veresegyház plant began operating in 2000 and serves as the foundation of GE’s turbine component production in the Central European region....
GE supplies aeroderivative gas turbine generators to Dorad plant in Israel
Total, SunPower commission new solar panel plant in France
The 3,300-square-meter plant is equipped with a 44 MWp production line and will roll out approximately 150,000 high efficiency solar panels annually. At this facility, SunPower's Maxeon® solar cells will be integrated and assembled into SunPower solar panels that will deliver a median efficiency of 20 percent. The solar panels will service the European residential and commercial rooftop markets.
The new production facility, SunPower Manufacturing De Vernejoul, will employ approximately 80 workers....
Total, SunPower commission new solar panel plant in France
The new production facility, SunPower Manufacturing De Vernejoul, will employ approximately 80 workers....
Total, SunPower commission new solar panel plant in France
Friday, May 18, 2012
Element Power-Krafto Vind JV gets environmental permit for Grimsås Wind Farm
Grimsås Wind Farm is expected to reach commercial operation in the second half of 2013. The 13 turbines which comprise the project will generate more than 90GWh of green energy into the Swedish grid each year.
Importantly, the capital investment of more than SEK400million will bring wide-ranging benefits to the local economy during construction and operation including employment, revenues from commercial leases and a local support fund (allocated from the project for the duration of its 25-year operating lifetime), said Element Power.
Mike O’Neill, president and COO of Element Power, said: “We are delighted to have received a permit for the Grimsås project within the first year of our joint venture with Kraftö Vind. This is an encouraging demonstration of an effective joint venture which leverages Element Power’s extensive international experience with Kraftö Vind’s professional skills in leading the local development by working closely with Swedish regional administration and the community.”
Element Power and Kraftö Vind said they are now proactively looking to grow the portfolio as the relationship progresses. It is anticipated that Stenberg (75MW), the next project in the portfolio will receive a decision during 2012 from the Västerbotten County Administration Bureau....
Element Power-Krafto Vind JV gets environmental permit for Grimsås Wind Farm
Importantly, the capital investment of more than SEK400million will bring wide-ranging benefits to the local economy during construction and operation including employment, revenues from commercial leases and a local support fund (allocated from the project for the duration of its 25-year operating lifetime), said Element Power.
Mike O’Neill, president and COO of Element Power, said: “We are delighted to have received a permit for the Grimsås project within the first year of our joint venture with Kraftö Vind. This is an encouraging demonstration of an effective joint venture which leverages Element Power’s extensive international experience with Kraftö Vind’s professional skills in leading the local development by working closely with Swedish regional administration and the community.”
Element Power and Kraftö Vind said they are now proactively looking to grow the portfolio as the relationship progresses. It is anticipated that Stenberg (75MW), the next project in the portfolio will receive a decision during 2012 from the Västerbotten County Administration Bureau....
Element Power-Krafto Vind JV gets environmental permit for Grimsås Wind Farm
WPL opts to buy Riverside Energy Center from Calpine
The LLC owns Riverside Energy Center, a 600MW combined cycle natural gas-fired electric generating facility located in Beloit, Wisconsin. It began operation in 2004. WPL currently has a purchase power agreement for approximately 500MW from Riverside. Under that agreement, WPL has the option to purchase Riverside if it exercises the option on or before May 31, 2012.
"We exercised our option because we believe purchasing Riverside allows us to better manage our generation fleet to reduce our reliance on market purchases, manage costs for our customers and remain flexible for the future," said John Larsen, president of WPL.
The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin approved...WPL opts to buy Riverside Energy Center from Calpine
"We exercised our option because we believe purchasing Riverside allows us to better manage our generation fleet to reduce our reliance on market purchases, manage costs for our customers and remain flexible for the future," said John Larsen, president of WPL.
The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin approved...WPL opts to buy Riverside Energy Center from Calpine
Alstom forms gas turbine reconditioning JV in Vietnam
The joint venture (JV) will be the first reconditioning workshop in the country, and the first in Alstom's network in Asia. The JV is between three parties: Phu My Thermal Power Company, Alstom Asia Pacific and Alstom Vietnam. The objective of the JV is to provide reconditioning services locally to EVN customers and for export under Alstom network. EVN will provide key components while Alstom will contribute technology and other services to increase current activities in Phu My.
The collaboration will bring together the latest technology with local expertise and competitive positioning in a major long-term investment in Vietnam and Asia. The JV is expected to create more than 140 new jobs for skilled Vietnamese workers.
“This joint undertaking to build a high-tech reconditioning workshop is a result of the close relationship we have with EVN and of our desire to work with local partners to develop highly-skilled local capabilities. The new workshop is a key element in Alstom’s growth plans in Asia and demonstrates our commitment to Vietnam and to our Asian customers,” said Alstom Thermal Power president Philippe Cochet....
Alstom forms gas turbine reconditioning JV in Vietnam
The collaboration will bring together the latest technology with local expertise and competitive positioning in a major long-term investment in Vietnam and Asia. The JV is expected to create more than 140 new jobs for skilled Vietnamese workers.
“This joint undertaking to build a high-tech reconditioning workshop is a result of the close relationship we have with EVN and of our desire to work with local partners to develop highly-skilled local capabilities. The new workshop is a key element in Alstom’s growth plans in Asia and demonstrates our commitment to Vietnam and to our Asian customers,” said Alstom Thermal Power president Philippe Cochet....
Alstom forms gas turbine reconditioning JV in Vietnam
SSE chief executive test drives Hyundai ix35 fuel cell EV
The Hyundai ix35 fuel cell electric vehicle is the European Commission’s official demonstration vehicle to test and promote hydrogen fuel cell technology. Hydrogen fuel cell cars are seen as a step forward from conventional electric vehicles as they emit zero carbon emissions boasting similar levels of performance to petrol and diesel cars.
In vehicles such as the Hyundai ix35 FCEV, the hydrogen is passed through a fuel cell, producing electricity to power the car emitting only water vapor, making it an exceptionally clean fuel.
Hyundai ix35 FCEV can move from 0 to 62 mph in 14 seconds, has a top speed of around 100 mph and can achieve a driving range of 326 miles on a single fuelling – providing more peace of mind on travel distance than the conventional electric vehicle....
SSE chief executive test drives Hyundai ix35 fuel cell EV
In vehicles such as the Hyundai ix35 FCEV, the hydrogen is passed through a fuel cell, producing electricity to power the car emitting only water vapor, making it an exceptionally clean fuel.
Hyundai ix35 FCEV can move from 0 to 62 mph in 14 seconds, has a top speed of around 100 mph and can achieve a driving range of 326 miles on a single fuelling – providing more peace of mind on travel distance than the conventional electric vehicle....
SSE chief executive test drives Hyundai ix35 fuel cell EV
Thursday, May 17, 2012
BP, Sempra US Gas & Power to jointly develop Auwahi Wind Farm
Located in southeastern Maui, the 21MW Auwahi Wind Farm will utilize eight Siemens wind turbines to generate enough renewable power for approximately 10,000 average Maui homes. Initial construction activities are underway and full mobilization at the site is slated to begin by the end of the second quarter 2012. The project is expected to be in commercial operation by year-end 2012. The balance of plant contract has been awarded to RMT WindConnect.
Sempra US Gas & Power will continue leading the development of Auwahi Wind and operate the project once construction is complete.
"We are pleased to have the opportunity to further expand our highly successful strategic partnership with BP Wind Energy while helping Hawaii advance one step closer to its renewable energy goals," said Jim Sahagian, vice president of renewables for Sempra US Gas & Power.
The entire power output from the wind farm has been sold under a long-term...BP, Sempra US Gas & Power to jointly develop Auwahi Wind Farm
Sempra US Gas & Power will continue leading the development of Auwahi Wind and operate the project once construction is complete.
"We are pleased to have the opportunity to further expand our highly successful strategic partnership with BP Wind Energy while helping Hawaii advance one step closer to its renewable energy goals," said Jim Sahagian, vice president of renewables for Sempra US Gas & Power.
The entire power output from the wind farm has been sold under a long-term...BP, Sempra US Gas & Power to jointly develop Auwahi Wind Farm
China Sunergy delivers 5MW modules to Yerussalimovo Solar Park
The solar plant is located near Yerussalimovo Village in southern Bulgaria. Yerussalimovo solar plant is the seventh of a series of PV projects that Helios Power plan to develop in the next couple of years.
Helios Power has been a strategic partner for China Sunergy in Bulgarian market since 2010. To date in 2012, China Sunergy has shipped a total of 22.32MW to Bulgaria, on top of 18MW sold last year, which accounted for above 30 percent of the Bulgarian market in 2011.
Bulgaria's solar market has gained pace after the country introduced a preferential feed-in-tariff in December 2006 and entered the European Union in January 2007. The first renewable energy projects were hydro-electric and wind, followed by solar, for which the country's southern part with relatively warmer climate is well-suited...
China Sunergy delivers 5MW modules to Yerussalimovo Solar Park
Helios Power has been a strategic partner for China Sunergy in Bulgarian market since 2010. To date in 2012, China Sunergy has shipped a total of 22.32MW to Bulgaria, on top of 18MW sold last year, which accounted for above 30 percent of the Bulgarian market in 2011.
Bulgaria's solar market has gained pace after the country introduced a preferential feed-in-tariff in December 2006 and entered the European Union in January 2007. The first renewable energy projects were hydro-electric and wind, followed by solar, for which the country's southern part with relatively warmer climate is well-suited...
China Sunergy delivers 5MW modules to Yerussalimovo Solar Park
Welspun wins 125MW solar PV contract in Madhya Pradesh, India
The bidding process was conducted by MP Power Management Company Limited, the power arm of the state of Madhya Pradesh. WSMPPL won the bid by quoting a tariff of INR8.05 per unit. It bears noticing that the feed-in tariff in Madhya Pradesh is INR15.35 per unit. However, in the recent reverse bidding process conducted by the Madhya Pradesh Power Management Company (MPPMC), the lowest tariff quoted was INR7.90.
This is the highest capacity to be awarded to any Indian entity in the solar space till date. Welspun Energy...Welspun wins 125MW solar PV contract in Madhya Pradesh, India
This is the highest capacity to be awarded to any Indian entity in the solar space till date. Welspun Energy...Welspun wins 125MW solar PV contract in Madhya Pradesh, India
PHI, Global Sun Wind & Power form hybrid renewable energy alliance
Global Sun Wind & Power (GSWP) also offers complete hybrid power systems incorporating wind, solar, mini-hydro, diesel backup systems and state-of-the art battery storage technologies.
According to GSWP, its wind turbines deliver power in the most extreme wind regimens due to its patented ‘Pivot’ linkage. With added advanced electronic controls, the turbine system can operate in 80 percent of the world's landmass from Class 2 to Class 7 winds....
PHI, Global Sun Wind & Power form hybrid renewable energy alliance
According to GSWP, its wind turbines deliver power in the most extreme wind regimens due to its patented ‘Pivot’ linkage. With added advanced electronic controls, the turbine system can operate in 80 percent of the world's landmass from Class 2 to Class 7 winds....
PHI, Global Sun Wind & Power form hybrid renewable energy alliance
Honeywell introduces PowerShield 3W to protect solar panels
PowerShield 3W is a backsheet for photovoltaic panels that helps protect the electrical circuits in solar panel modules, preventing moisture from entering the module and keeping electrical charges within the module. The features reportedly help the module retain maximum power output while maintaining electrical safety.
PowerShield 3W is a laminate that is bound by a proprietary adhesive specifically designed for photovoltaic applications. The adhesive helps make the laminate the most durable backsheet available from Honeywell to date.
"We are committed to developing solutions that increase the performance and overall lifetime of solar panels. Honeywell's latest innovative backsheet, PowerShield 3W, provides solar panel manufacturers with cost-effective and reliable protection for their modules," said Jerry Buchanan, global business manager for Honeywell's photovoltaic backing systems business. "This backsheet has been proven to perform in some of the most rigorous conditions."
Independent photovoltaic-industry laboratory tests...Honeywell introduces PowerShield 3W to protect solar panels
PowerShield 3W is a laminate that is bound by a proprietary adhesive specifically designed for photovoltaic applications. The adhesive helps make the laminate the most durable backsheet available from Honeywell to date.
"We are committed to developing solutions that increase the performance and overall lifetime of solar panels. Honeywell's latest innovative backsheet, PowerShield 3W, provides solar panel manufacturers with cost-effective and reliable protection for their modules," said Jerry Buchanan, global business manager for Honeywell's photovoltaic backing systems business. "This backsheet has been proven to perform in some of the most rigorous conditions."
Independent photovoltaic-industry laboratory tests...Honeywell introduces PowerShield 3W to protect solar panels
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Satcon to power second largest solar farm in Puerto Rico
Western Wind and Lord Electric will deploy twenty 1.5MW Equinox Prism Platforms to power the second largest PV plant in Puerto Rico.
Equinox Prism Platform is a turnkey utility-grade multi-megawatt solution, complete with factory-integrated step-up transformers, MV disconnect switches, and power conversion electronics.
The factory integrated solution leverages Satcon’s next-generation Equinox PV inverters with 98.5 percent peak efficiency, reportedly delivering the highest levels of performance and low installation costs enabling the industry’s lowest levelized cost of energy (LCOE)....
Satcon to power second largest solar farm in Puerto Rico
Equinox Prism Platform is a turnkey utility-grade multi-megawatt solution, complete with factory-integrated step-up transformers, MV disconnect switches, and power conversion electronics.
The factory integrated solution leverages Satcon’s next-generation Equinox PV inverters with 98.5 percent peak efficiency, reportedly delivering the highest levels of performance and low installation costs enabling the industry’s lowest levelized cost of energy (LCOE)....
Satcon to power second largest solar farm in Puerto Rico
CNPV Solar signs multi-phase collaborative PV plants deal in China
The scope of the co-operation allows for up to 2.5GW of installations to proceed around the Bohai Rim within the next 5 years, and is initiated with commitment of 100MWp installed in three stages of 30MWp, 30MWp and 40MWp sequentially.
Utilizing the resources of the three organizations, solar PV installations will be introduced within Shandong province (PRC) on land unfit for other purposes due to high salinity and alkalinity. The high levels of irradiance complete with the high power output of the CNPV systems, the detailed project design and installation management skills, and the collaborative benefits of the organizations working together, ensure that a profitable return can be achieved while implementing a program of beneficial land use, and the provision of clean power for the local residents, said CNPV.
With an ever increasing focus to deliver more for less, this collective agreement is demonstrating the capability of those involved to deploy their skills and services to fully unlock the value that is possible...
CNPV Solar signs multi-phase collaborative PV plants deal in China
Utilizing the resources of the three organizations, solar PV installations will be introduced within Shandong province (PRC) on land unfit for other purposes due to high salinity and alkalinity. The high levels of irradiance complete with the high power output of the CNPV systems, the detailed project design and installation management skills, and the collaborative benefits of the organizations working together, ensure that a profitable return can be achieved while implementing a program of beneficial land use, and the provision of clean power for the local residents, said CNPV.
With an ever increasing focus to deliver more for less, this collective agreement is demonstrating the capability of those involved to deploy their skills and services to fully unlock the value that is possible...
CNPV Solar signs multi-phase collaborative PV plants deal in China
Ball Aerospace submits solar electric propulsion concept to NASA
Ball Aerospace was one of five companies awarded up to $600,000 by NASA in September 2011, to formulate a mission concept to demonstrate the solar electric propulsion technologies, capabilities, and infrastructure required for sustainable and affordable human presence in space.
NASA will use the studies to plan and implement a future flight demonstration mission to test and validate those science technologies and capabilities.
The current study focused on developing concepts that will be using technology at NASA Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 5 or greater. Ball's mission concept supports NASA's goal to elevate SEP technologies in order to create more efficient and powerful solar-powered flight systems....Ball Aerospace submits solar electric propulsion concept to NASA
NASA will use the studies to plan and implement a future flight demonstration mission to test and validate those science technologies and capabilities.
The current study focused on developing concepts that will be using technology at NASA Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 5 or greater. Ball's mission concept supports NASA's goal to elevate SEP technologies in order to create more efficient and powerful solar-powered flight systems....Ball Aerospace submits solar electric propulsion concept to NASA
Quanta, ETT expand CREZ transmission line construction agreement
Under the expanded master agreement, Quanta has the exclusive right initially to negotiate the construction of the entire 460 miles of new 345-kV transmission line projects in west Texas. Quanta previously had initial bidding rights to approximately 250 miles of the projects.
Quanta also has been awarded two Individual Project Authorizations (IPAs) under the master agreement for the construction of approximately 155 miles of ETT's CREZ projects. All of ETT's CREZ projects are planned to be complete by the end of 2013.
"Quanta has the expertise and quality resources to complete these projects on time and on budget, making our decision to provide the Quanta team the opportunity to construct all of ETT's CREZ lines a strategic and logical choice," said Calvin Crowder, president of ETT
"The increase in the scope of our work on the ETT projects is....Quanta, ETT expand CREZ transmission line construction agreement
Quanta also has been awarded two Individual Project Authorizations (IPAs) under the master agreement for the construction of approximately 155 miles of ETT's CREZ projects. All of ETT's CREZ projects are planned to be complete by the end of 2013.
"Quanta has the expertise and quality resources to complete these projects on time and on budget, making our decision to provide the Quanta team the opportunity to construct all of ETT's CREZ lines a strategic and logical choice," said Calvin Crowder, president of ETT
"The increase in the scope of our work on the ETT projects is....Quanta, ETT expand CREZ transmission line construction agreement
FuelCell Energy strengthens European business
The select assets include fuel cell component inventory and fuel cell manufacturing equipment of the former MTU Onsite Energy Fuel Cell Systems in Ottobrunn, Germany, which was merged with MTU Friedrichshafen GmbH.
Parties to the agreement include FuelCell Energy (FCE), FuelCell Energy Solutions (FCES), MTU Friedrichshafen (MTU), and Fraunhofer IKTS (Institute for Ceramic Technologies and Systems).
Under the agreement, MTU will contribute fuel cell related intellectual property to Fraunhofer IKTS. Fraunhofer IKTS will become a minority owner in FuelCell Energy Solutions by June 30, 2012. FuelCell Energy Solutions will develop the market for stationary fuel cell power plants in Europe for commercial, industrial, and utility scale applications.
"Leveraging the technology strength of Fraunhofer and the commercial strength and experience of FuelCell Energy, FuelCell Energy Solutions now has a clear...FuelCell Energy strengthens European business
Parties to the agreement include FuelCell Energy (FCE), FuelCell Energy Solutions (FCES), MTU Friedrichshafen (MTU), and Fraunhofer IKTS (Institute for Ceramic Technologies and Systems).
Under the agreement, MTU will contribute fuel cell related intellectual property to Fraunhofer IKTS. Fraunhofer IKTS will become a minority owner in FuelCell Energy Solutions by June 30, 2012. FuelCell Energy Solutions will develop the market for stationary fuel cell power plants in Europe for commercial, industrial, and utility scale applications.
"Leveraging the technology strength of Fraunhofer and the commercial strength and experience of FuelCell Energy, FuelCell Energy Solutions now has a clear...FuelCell Energy strengthens European business
Westinghouse PaR Nuclear forms fuel-handling JV in China
The new company, to be called PaR-TZ Nuclear Company, of which PaR Nuclear will hold a majority interest, will provide the assembly, testing and sale of new critical crane components and fuel-handling equipment, as well as the associated services and spare parts to the Chinese commercial nuclear market.
PaR-TZ Nuclear Company will be based in Taiyuan, China, located approximately 500km (311 miles) southwest of Beijing.
"China has a fast-growing economy and a dramatic need for more electricity generation," said Jack Allen, president, Westinghouse Asia. "Clean, safe, reliable nuclear power will be an important source of that electricity, and this arrangement enables us to provide close-to-the-customer solutions and support for crane component and fuel-handling equipment needs."
From 2000 to 2010, China's energy demand doubled and in 2011...Westinghouse PaR Nuclear forms fuel-handling JV in China
PaR-TZ Nuclear Company will be based in Taiyuan, China, located approximately 500km (311 miles) southwest of Beijing.
"China has a fast-growing economy and a dramatic need for more electricity generation," said Jack Allen, president, Westinghouse Asia. "Clean, safe, reliable nuclear power will be an important source of that electricity, and this arrangement enables us to provide close-to-the-customer solutions and support for crane component and fuel-handling equipment needs."
From 2000 to 2010, China's energy demand doubled and in 2011...Westinghouse PaR Nuclear forms fuel-handling JV in China
Western Wind inks term sheet to acquire 4GW project pipeline
Additional large projects are in California and throughout the US with strong renewable portfolio standards and power purchase agreement pricing. Cost of the acquisition is US$20 million, payable by the issuance of eight million common shares at a deemed value of US$2.50 per share.
The term sheet will be subject to completion of due diligence, formal documentation, board approvals and approval of the TSX and the applicable securities regulatory agencies including applicable escrow provisions.
CGEI Wind is jointly owned by Good Energies and Champlin Windpower, LLC and is lead by Mike Cutbirth.
Mike was formerly head of Global Finance for Zond Corporation and Enron Wind and served 4 years as the first CEO of Clipper Windpower. Mike has 16 years of wind energy executive experience including, raising over $1 billion in financings for various wind projects. Mike would join the board of Western Wind if the transaction closes....
Western Wind inks term sheet to acquire 4GW project pipeline
The term sheet will be subject to completion of due diligence, formal documentation, board approvals and approval of the TSX and the applicable securities regulatory agencies including applicable escrow provisions.
CGEI Wind is jointly owned by Good Energies and Champlin Windpower, LLC and is lead by Mike Cutbirth.
Mike was formerly head of Global Finance for Zond Corporation and Enron Wind and served 4 years as the first CEO of Clipper Windpower. Mike has 16 years of wind energy executive experience including, raising over $1 billion in financings for various wind projects. Mike would join the board of Western Wind if the transaction closes....
Western Wind inks term sheet to acquire 4GW project pipeline
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
JinkoSolar unveils high efficiency WING series modules
JinkoSolar said its WING series modules are marked by improved ergonomic design and aesthetics. Thinner at 30 to 40 millimeters thick, the 0.5 kilogram lightweight modules are optimized for ground mount systems, yet also ideal for rooftop applications. The size and weight improvements increase packing density to allow for 6 solar modules rather than 3 per box, thus enabling a significant reduction in transportation costs.
Additional design improvements include rounded corners to make the installation process safer and more convenient. Junction boxes applied to WING series are potted junction box with IP 67 protection standard. This effectively protects key module components from water damage and extreme conditions by using a large area of copper for heat dissipation.
Along with improvements to the physical structure, the WING series also achieves an increase in efficiency. The power output of a 60-cell polycrystalline solar module can reach up to 260W with a conversion efficiency of 16.05 percent. All modules in the series...JinkoSolar unveils high efficiency WING series modules
Additional design improvements include rounded corners to make the installation process safer and more convenient. Junction boxes applied to WING series are potted junction box with IP 67 protection standard. This effectively protects key module components from water damage and extreme conditions by using a large area of copper for heat dissipation.
Along with improvements to the physical structure, the WING series also achieves an increase in efficiency. The power output of a 60-cell polycrystalline solar module can reach up to 260W with a conversion efficiency of 16.05 percent. All modules in the series...JinkoSolar unveils high efficiency WING series modules
Neste Oil starts NExBTL renewable diesel production from fish fat
The fat comes from the gutting waste generated when processing freshwater pangasius farmed in Southeast Asia after the fillets have been removed for human consumption.
As with all the other renewable inputs used by Neste Oil, the waste fish fat complies with the strict sustainability requirements of the EU's Renewable Energy Directive, said Neste Oil. The batch can be traced all the way back to the fish farm. Waste fish fat is also accepted as a raw material for renewable fuel in the US.
The NExBTL renewable diesel cuts greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 84 percent when compared to fossil diesel and calculated over the fuel's entire life cycle. Using NExBTL diesel also reduces tailpipe and fine particulate emissions significantly.
"It makes good ecological sense to use waste and sidestreams to produce advanced, premium-quality renewable fuel, which is why our goal this year is to increase the amount of by-products and waste we use as raw materials by hundreds of thousands of tons compared to 2011," said Matti Lehmus, Neste Oil's executive vice president of oil products and renewables....
Neste Oil starts NExBTL renewable diesel production from fish fat
As with all the other renewable inputs used by Neste Oil, the waste fish fat complies with the strict sustainability requirements of the EU's Renewable Energy Directive, said Neste Oil. The batch can be traced all the way back to the fish farm. Waste fish fat is also accepted as a raw material for renewable fuel in the US.
The NExBTL renewable diesel cuts greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 84 percent when compared to fossil diesel and calculated over the fuel's entire life cycle. Using NExBTL diesel also reduces tailpipe and fine particulate emissions significantly.
"It makes good ecological sense to use waste and sidestreams to produce advanced, premium-quality renewable fuel, which is why our goal this year is to increase the amount of by-products and waste we use as raw materials by hundreds of thousands of tons compared to 2011," said Matti Lehmus, Neste Oil's executive vice president of oil products and renewables....
Neste Oil starts NExBTL renewable diesel production from fish fat
Trina Solar bags 2.1MW off-grid project in Tibet
The agreement marks an important milestone for Trina Solar in the Chinese market, where the company is expanding its commercial presence.
The 2.1MW project is Trina Solar's largest off-grid system project in China in recent years, following the construction of approximately 40 standalone power stations in 2002 in the Chamdo region of Tibet.
Mark Kingsley, chief commercial officer of Trina Solar, said: "This off-grid project, which differs from utility scale projects in terms of set-up and components, will use our specially-designed PC20 off-grid modules. We believe the off-grid market has the potential to bring another dimension of growth to the company....
Trina Solar bags 2.1MW off-grid project in Tibet
The 2.1MW project is Trina Solar's largest off-grid system project in China in recent years, following the construction of approximately 40 standalone power stations in 2002 in the Chamdo region of Tibet.
Mark Kingsley, chief commercial officer of Trina Solar, said: "This off-grid project, which differs from utility scale projects in terms of set-up and components, will use our specially-designed PC20 off-grid modules. We believe the off-grid market has the potential to bring another dimension of growth to the company....
Trina Solar bags 2.1MW off-grid project in Tibet
Suntech, Krannich Solar ink 120MW sales agreement
Under the terms, Suntech and Krannich Solar will provide solar systems for resellers and installers throughout Europe and Australia.
"Over the past few years, we have noticed a clear trend where end-customers are increasingly choosing proven and reliable products to secure their solar investments," said Vedat Guergeli, vice president of sales and marketing, Suntech Europe. "We're excited to continue our strong relationship with Krannich Solar as we both share the same dedication to quality and product performance and are focused on building a strong local presence and consumer trust."
Kurt Krannich, founder of Krannich Solar, said: "For us, it is of the upmost importance to cooperate with global solar brands, like Suntech, that are renowned for reliability and quality."
Suntech, Krannich Solar ink 120MW sales agreement
"Over the past few years, we have noticed a clear trend where end-customers are increasingly choosing proven and reliable products to secure their solar investments," said Vedat Guergeli, vice president of sales and marketing, Suntech Europe. "We're excited to continue our strong relationship with Krannich Solar as we both share the same dedication to quality and product performance and are focused on building a strong local presence and consumer trust."
Kurt Krannich, founder of Krannich Solar, said: "For us, it is of the upmost importance to cooperate with global solar brands, like Suntech, that are renowned for reliability and quality."
Suntech, Krannich Solar ink 120MW sales agreement
KACO partners Ampt to increase solar inverter power output
Through the partnership, KACO’s inverters will be optimized to operate in Ampt Mode, when deployed in conjunction with Ampt’s module-level DC/DC converters, resulting in an inverter cost savings of up to 40 percent or more.
Using KACO inverters in Ampt Mode, system integrators will be able to achieve up to an 80 percent increase in inverter output power. By operating in Ampt Mode the optimized inverters dissipate less power per kilowatt increasing operating efficiency and reliability, said Ampt.
This is a result of lower balance of system (BOS) and reduced inverter costs as well as maximum power generation from every solar module. Additionally the higher energy production and potential savings in operation and maintenance (O&M) further increase the project ROI...
KACO partners Ampt to increase solar inverter power output
Using KACO inverters in Ampt Mode, system integrators will be able to achieve up to an 80 percent increase in inverter output power. By operating in Ampt Mode the optimized inverters dissipate less power per kilowatt increasing operating efficiency and reliability, said Ampt.
This is a result of lower balance of system (BOS) and reduced inverter costs as well as maximum power generation from every solar module. Additionally the higher energy production and potential savings in operation and maintenance (O&M) further increase the project ROI...
KACO partners Ampt to increase solar inverter power output
Monday, May 14, 2012
SSE fires up new anaerobic digestion plant at Barkip, Scotland
The plant can process up to 75,000 tonnes of organic waste annually and produce 2.2MW of renewable electricity from the biogas produced, enough to power approximately 5,500 homes.
The fully operational facility is one of the most technologically advanced in the UK and has a major role to play in meeting Scotland’s renewable energy production and waste recycling targets.
The Barkip waste-to-energy plant takes in food waste and other organic matter from industries such as agriculture, food production, food retail and alcohol production. The waste is then broken down by bacteria to produce biogas. The methane rich biogas is combusted in gas engines to generate electricity. The residual material forms a nutrient rich digestate, a liquid suitable for use as a fertiliser ....
SSE fires up new anaerobic digestion plant at Barkip, Scotland
The fully operational facility is one of the most technologically advanced in the UK and has a major role to play in meeting Scotland’s renewable energy production and waste recycling targets.
The Barkip waste-to-energy plant takes in food waste and other organic matter from industries such as agriculture, food production, food retail and alcohol production. The waste is then broken down by bacteria to produce biogas. The methane rich biogas is combusted in gas engines to generate electricity. The residual material forms a nutrient rich digestate, a liquid suitable for use as a fertiliser ....
SSE fires up new anaerobic digestion plant at Barkip, Scotland
Friday, May 11, 2012
GE, Shenhua collaborate on cleaner coal technology in China
The JV will sell industrial gasification technology licenses in China, conduct research and development to improve cost and performance of commercial-scale gasification and Integrated Gasification Combined Cycle (IGCC) solutions and work to advance to distribution of commercial-scale IGCC.
“Both GE and Shenhua have worked together for years in China on important projects, including the Shenhua Baotou coal-to-olefins facility, which uses GE’s gasification technology. The collaboration will create a leading gasification technology business in China with significant local presence, focus, resources and expertise,” said Wang Xiaolin, deputy general manager of Shenhua Group.
“Coal plays an important role in the economies of both the US and China, and gasification technology allows us to use this abundant and low-cost resource in a much cleaner way,” said Paul Browning, president and CEO of Thermal Products, GE Energy. “This joint venture is an evolution of the strong gasification business GE has in China today. Each....
GE, Shenhua collaborate on cleaner coal technology in China
“Both GE and Shenhua have worked together for years in China on important projects, including the Shenhua Baotou coal-to-olefins facility, which uses GE’s gasification technology. The collaboration will create a leading gasification technology business in China with significant local presence, focus, resources and expertise,” said Wang Xiaolin, deputy general manager of Shenhua Group.
“Coal plays an important role in the economies of both the US and China, and gasification technology allows us to use this abundant and low-cost resource in a much cleaner way,” said Paul Browning, president and CEO of Thermal Products, GE Energy. “This joint venture is an evolution of the strong gasification business GE has in China today. Each....
GE, Shenhua collaborate on cleaner coal technology in China
Eclipsall, Sagamok Anishnawbek form solar PV development JV
Both parties will develop and implement PV projects immediately with a longer-term objective of sustainable, renewable energy deployment in Sagamok Anishnawbek.
Another important consideration of the agreement is the creation of long-term employment and to ensure long term sustainability of the projects through hands on training in solar PV operations and technology.
Working in collaboration, Eclipsall and the Sagamok Anishnawbek will also develop and implement solar PV projects within other First Nations communities.
Paul Eshkakogan, chief of the Sagamok Anishnawbek, said: “Our community has made a commitment to sustainable development and in particular to solar energy....Eclipsall, Sagamok Anishnawbek form solar PV development JV
Another important consideration of the agreement is the creation of long-term employment and to ensure long term sustainability of the projects through hands on training in solar PV operations and technology.
Working in collaboration, Eclipsall and the Sagamok Anishnawbek will also develop and implement solar PV projects within other First Nations communities.
Paul Eshkakogan, chief of the Sagamok Anishnawbek, said: “Our community has made a commitment to sustainable development and in particular to solar energy....Eclipsall, Sagamok Anishnawbek form solar PV development JV
LRE brings NJ Oak Solar Project online, forms JV with Samsung C&T
Lincoln Renewable Energy also said it has formed a partnership with Samsung C&T Corporation to further advance its business plan in US renewable energy.
Samsung C&T and Lincoln Renewable Energy have formed a 50/50 joint venture company named Monument Power LLC. Lincoln Renewable Energy has contributed its solar PV project-development sites to Monument Power.
Lincoln Renewable Energy CEO Declan Flanagan said: "We are delighted to reach another key milestone in the growth of our company with the completion of the Oak project. We also are delighted to announce our partnership with a company of the strength of Samsung C&T....
LRE brings NJ Oak Solar Project online, forms JV with Samsung C&T
Samsung C&T and Lincoln Renewable Energy have formed a 50/50 joint venture company named Monument Power LLC. Lincoln Renewable Energy has contributed its solar PV project-development sites to Monument Power.
Lincoln Renewable Energy CEO Declan Flanagan said: "We are delighted to reach another key milestone in the growth of our company with the completion of the Oak project. We also are delighted to announce our partnership with a company of the strength of Samsung C&T....
LRE brings NJ Oak Solar Project online, forms JV with Samsung C&T
IBERDROLA signs GE-Tamoin consortium to maintain Spanish wind farms
The three-year renewable contract, with a possible two year extension, covers predictive and preventative maintenance of 310 General Electric wind turbines at nine of IBERDROLA’s wind farms in Spain.
The wind farms are - Cuesta Colorada, Cerro Calderón, Cerro Palo, Muela 1, Maza, Calleja, Isabela, Sierra Quemada and Gavilanes facilities, located in the Spanish provinces of Murcia, Cuenca and Albacete.
Under the agreement, the General Electric-Tamoin Energías Renovables consortium will oversee maintenance activities, guaranteeing the strict levels of availability and response times required by IBERDROLA Group....
IBERDROLA signs GE-Tamoin consortium to maintain Spanish wind farms
The wind farms are - Cuesta Colorada, Cerro Calderón, Cerro Palo, Muela 1, Maza, Calleja, Isabela, Sierra Quemada and Gavilanes facilities, located in the Spanish provinces of Murcia, Cuenca and Albacete.
Under the agreement, the General Electric-Tamoin Energías Renovables consortium will oversee maintenance activities, guaranteeing the strict levels of availability and response times required by IBERDROLA Group....
IBERDROLA signs GE-Tamoin consortium to maintain Spanish wind farms
Thursday, May 10, 2012
E.ON off to a positive start in 2012, anticipates €2.7 billion FY income
E.ON’s sales rose by 28 percent year on year to €35.7 billion, owing in particular to higher sales in the Optimization & Trading segment. This was primarily the result of an increase in trading activity to optimize E.ON’s generation fleet. The Renewables, Germany, and Russia segments also posted higher sales. Sales were significantly lower in the Generation segment due to the absence of output from nuclear power stations in Germany that were mandatorily shut down in 2011.
E.ON’s first-quarter investments in property, plant, and equipment, intangible assets, and shareholdings totaled €1.2 billion, roughly the same as the prior-year figure.
Operating cash flow declined by 51 percent year on year to roughly €450 million. Positive effects from the EBITDA increase and a decline in working capital were more than offset by significant withholding taxes which E.ON expects to be refunded in the second half of the year...
E.ON off to a positive start in 2012, anticipates €2.7 billion FY income
E.ON’s first-quarter investments in property, plant, and equipment, intangible assets, and shareholdings totaled €1.2 billion, roughly the same as the prior-year figure.
Operating cash flow declined by 51 percent year on year to roughly €450 million. Positive effects from the EBITDA increase and a decline in working capital were more than offset by significant withholding taxes which E.ON expects to be refunded in the second half of the year...
E.ON off to a positive start in 2012, anticipates €2.7 billion FY income
Cogentrix connects Alamosa solar plant to Colorado's power grid
The Alamosa Solar Generating plant, located in the San Luis Valley of Colorado, produces 30 megawatts of solar power for use by customers of Xcel Energy’s subsidiary, Public Service Company of Colorado (PSCo).
The Alamosa Solar project site is approximately 225 acres and consists of over 500 dual-axis, pedestal mounted tracker assemblies, each capable of producing approximately 60kW of electricity from the sun. Each tracker assembly is 70 feet wide by 50 feet high and contains 7,560 Fresnel lenses that concentrate sunlight by a multiple of 500 onto multi-junction solar cells developed originally as part of the US space program. The construction of the facility was contracted to MA Mortenson Co...
Cogentrix connects Alamosa solar plant to Colorado's power grid
The Alamosa Solar project site is approximately 225 acres and consists of over 500 dual-axis, pedestal mounted tracker assemblies, each capable of producing approximately 60kW of electricity from the sun. Each tracker assembly is 70 feet wide by 50 feet high and contains 7,560 Fresnel lenses that concentrate sunlight by a multiple of 500 onto multi-junction solar cells developed originally as part of the US space program. The construction of the facility was contracted to MA Mortenson Co...
Cogentrix connects Alamosa solar plant to Colorado's power grid
JCM, Panasonic to launch end-to-end solar services in Ontario
The arrangement will combine JCM’s expertise and initial $10 million development capital fund with Panasonic’s construction financing and expertise. By aligning, JCM and Panasonic provide the Ontario solar market with a scalable end-to-end financial and service solution, from application stage to commercial operation date (COD) for commercial scale photovoltaic (PV) projects and/or their associated portfolios.
The agreement is intended to facilitate the deployment of over 120MW of commercial rooftop and ground-mount PV projects across the province over a two-year period, with an initial focus on 5MW of JCM’s FIT contract equipped commercial rooftop projects. Panasonic’s PV modules, which are manufactured in Ontario, will be featured throughout all of the designated projects.
JCM Capital’s CEO Christian Wray said: “We are pleased to align ourselves with a world-renowned corporation such as Panasonic and are confident that their best-in-class PV products and services will provide these associated projects with...JCM, Panasonic to launch end-to-end solar services in Ontario
The agreement is intended to facilitate the deployment of over 120MW of commercial rooftop and ground-mount PV projects across the province over a two-year period, with an initial focus on 5MW of JCM’s FIT contract equipped commercial rooftop projects. Panasonic’s PV modules, which are manufactured in Ontario, will be featured throughout all of the designated projects.
JCM Capital’s CEO Christian Wray said: “We are pleased to align ourselves with a world-renowned corporation such as Panasonic and are confident that their best-in-class PV products and services will provide these associated projects with...JCM, Panasonic to launch end-to-end solar services in Ontario
US Geothermal starts performance testing at San Emidio power plant
Performance testing includes guaranteed output, capacity, reliability and continuous operation tests that the plant must pass to achieve both commercial operation under the PPA and substantial completion under the EPC contract.
The San Emidio power plant has undergone component commissioning during the past three weeks and has operated at generation levels of up to 9 megawatts net (12 megawatts gross).
During commissioning and performance testing, all power generated is sold under the PPA at a rate of $50 per megawatt-hour until commercial operation is achieved. Upon acceptance of commercial operation by NV Energy, the power rate will increase to $89.75 per megawatt-hour with a 1 percent annual escalation...
US Geothermal starts performance testing at San Emidio power plant
The San Emidio power plant has undergone component commissioning during the past three weeks and has operated at generation levels of up to 9 megawatts net (12 megawatts gross).
During commissioning and performance testing, all power generated is sold under the PPA at a rate of $50 per megawatt-hour until commercial operation is achieved. Upon acceptance of commercial operation by NV Energy, the power rate will increase to $89.75 per megawatt-hour with a 1 percent annual escalation...
US Geothermal starts performance testing at San Emidio power plant
Alstom to deliver GIS technology to Gabel El-Zayt wind farm
Located on the Gulf of Suez, and covering 625 sqkm, Gabel El-Zayt will be the largest onshore wind farm in Egypt with a planned capacity of 3GW by 2020. The project is financed by the German Bank for Reconstruction (KfW).
The scope of the turnkey project includes civil works, as well as eleven 220 kV GIS Bays, 43 Medium Voltage (MV) GIS Switchgear, two 125 MVA power transformers, automation and telecommunication systems. All Alstom products are manufactured in France and Turkey. The substation is due to be commissioned at the end of 2013....
Alstom to deliver GIS technology to Gabel El-Zayt wind farm
The scope of the turnkey project includes civil works, as well as eleven 220 kV GIS Bays, 43 Medium Voltage (MV) GIS Switchgear, two 125 MVA power transformers, automation and telecommunication systems. All Alstom products are manufactured in France and Turkey. The substation is due to be commissioned at the end of 2013....
Alstom to deliver GIS technology to Gabel El-Zayt wind farm
Iberdrola opens new London office, to invest over £10 billion in UK
At the launch, Ignacio Galan, chairman and CEO of Iberdrola and chairman of ScottishPower said that the UK was central to the group’s plans: “We are projecting investments that will exceed £10 billion in the UK in the coming years. Our sector is one that can help with economic recovery and our plans will create jobs and invest in the country’s energy future”.
He also praised the UK for leading the way in liberalizing their energy sector. “Decisions now being made will affect our energy sector for many years to come.” He said this represented major challenges “but also an opportunity for ScottishPower as an investor, employer and creator of economic value for the UK.”
Through the London office, Iberdrola seeks closer proximity with the international financial community, while providing a focal point for its major development projects in offshore wind and new nuclear build in the UK. It also symbolizes Iberdrola’s growing multicultural nature, with....Iberdrola opens new London office, to invest over £10 billion in UK
He also praised the UK for leading the way in liberalizing their energy sector. “Decisions now being made will affect our energy sector for many years to come.” He said this represented major challenges “but also an opportunity for ScottishPower as an investor, employer and creator of economic value for the UK.”
Through the London office, Iberdrola seeks closer proximity with the international financial community, while providing a focal point for its major development projects in offshore wind and new nuclear build in the UK. It also symbolizes Iberdrola’s growing multicultural nature, with....Iberdrola opens new London office, to invest over £10 billion in UK
SPX to supply dry cooling system for 1.3GW Warren County Power Station
Dominion Virginia Power, a subsidiary of Dominion, is building the new power station facility in Warren County, Virginia.
The contract was awarded to SPX by Warren County Energy Partners, a joint venture of Burns & McDonnell and Zachry Industrial. The contract calls for SPX to supply one of the biggest ACCs in the world in what is expected to be one of the largest combined cycle power plants ever installed in the Americas.
The Warren County Power Station is scheduled to be constructed on a 39-acre site in the Warren Industrial Park, approximately three miles north of Front Royal, Virginia....
SPX to supply dry cooling system for 1.3GW Warren County Power Station
The contract was awarded to SPX by Warren County Energy Partners, a joint venture of Burns & McDonnell and Zachry Industrial. The contract calls for SPX to supply one of the biggest ACCs in the world in what is expected to be one of the largest combined cycle power plants ever installed in the Americas.
The Warren County Power Station is scheduled to be constructed on a 39-acre site in the Warren Industrial Park, approximately three miles north of Front Royal, Virginia....
SPX to supply dry cooling system for 1.3GW Warren County Power Station
ENEL unveils TOB, new power generation system for isolated areas
The new Triangle-based Omni-purpose Building (TOB) consists of a wooden gazebo covered in photovoltaic panels and equipped with a storage battery which could revolutionize the energy sector, and mark a turning point for millions of people that are still living without electricity.
Livio Vido, director of the Enel Engineering and Research Division, said: “This inauguration is an important moment, because it confirms Enel Research’s leading role in technological innovation in the energy field. TOB is a simple, low-cost solution that is easy to install and use, opening up important prospects for delivering electricity to the world’s most remote locations.”
According to Enel, the trial system in Pisa is the first of its kind in the world...ENEL unveils TOB, new power generation system for isolated areas
Livio Vido, director of the Enel Engineering and Research Division, said: “This inauguration is an important moment, because it confirms Enel Research’s leading role in technological innovation in the energy field. TOB is a simple, low-cost solution that is easy to install and use, opening up important prospects for delivering electricity to the world’s most remote locations.”
According to Enel, the trial system in Pisa is the first of its kind in the world...ENEL unveils TOB, new power generation system for isolated areas
Vattenfall secures consent for Pen Y Cymoedd wind farm in South Wales
Made up of 76 turbines, Pen Y Cymoedd wind farm will have the highest generating capacity of any onshore wind farm in England and Wales. The developer predicts that it will generate enough electricity to power the equivalent of up to 206,000 homes a year.
Vattenfall has also pledged to a community benefits package potentially worth more than £55 million over the lifetime of the development, including £3 million for habitat management and £6,000 a year per megawatt to a Community Trust Fund....
Vattenfall secures consent for Pen Y Cymoedd wind farm in South Wales
Vattenfall has also pledged to a community benefits package potentially worth more than £55 million over the lifetime of the development, including £3 million for habitat management and £6,000 a year per megawatt to a Community Trust Fund....
Vattenfall secures consent for Pen Y Cymoedd wind farm in South Wales
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Westinghouse Solar, CBD Energy in strategic merger deal
The combination is expected to improve the financial standing of Westinghouse Solar allowing the company to better serve its established customers in the US and creating a more solid platform for international growth. For CBD, the merger provides an immediate point of access to the North American market driving rapid expansion for the combined business.
Westinghouse Solar and CBD have already begun exploring the development of commercial projects and partnerships in North America. In addition, CBD has begun introducing the Westinghouse Solar products to its Australian distribution partners and is pursuing opportunities to increase contract volumes with its current customers who would deploy the Westinghouse Solar technology.
Westinghouse Solar will continue to produce and sell its rooftop solar power systems in the US and will have near-term opportunities to distribute its systems in Australia and Europe through CBD...
Westinghouse Solar, CBD Energy in strategic merger deal
Westinghouse Solar and CBD have already begun exploring the development of commercial projects and partnerships in North America. In addition, CBD has begun introducing the Westinghouse Solar products to its Australian distribution partners and is pursuing opportunities to increase contract volumes with its current customers who would deploy the Westinghouse Solar technology.
Westinghouse Solar will continue to produce and sell its rooftop solar power systems in the US and will have near-term opportunities to distribute its systems in Australia and Europe through CBD...
Westinghouse Solar, CBD Energy in strategic merger deal
GE to power Darlowo - Phase Two wind projects in Poland
Invenergy Wind and Polish development company Enerco are collaborating to develop nine wind energy generation projects in the region in and around Darlowo, near the Baltic Sea.
GE provided 32 wind turbines for Darlowo - Phase One, which was fully commissioned in March 2011 and now produces 80MW of power. Darlowo - Phase One is comprised of the Weikowice, Jezyce and Dobieslaw projects.
Darlowo - Phase Two, comprised of the Boryszewo, Krupy, Stary Jaroslaw and Nowy Jaroslaw facilities, will bring the total installed capacity of wind energy in the Darlowo area to 175MW....
GE to power Darlowo - Phase Two wind projects in Poland
GE provided 32 wind turbines for Darlowo - Phase One, which was fully commissioned in March 2011 and now produces 80MW of power. Darlowo - Phase One is comprised of the Weikowice, Jezyce and Dobieslaw projects.
Darlowo - Phase Two, comprised of the Boryszewo, Krupy, Stary Jaroslaw and Nowy Jaroslaw facilities, will bring the total installed capacity of wind energy in the Darlowo area to 175MW....
GE to power Darlowo - Phase Two wind projects in Poland
Gamesa to install first offshore prototype G128 in Spain
Gamesa expects to begin the installation of the prototype in the second quarter of 2013, with a view to achieving certification in the following months, to permit the installations of the pre-series turbines in an offshore wind farm towards the end of 2013 or early 2014.
Following extensive research to identify suitable sites, Gamesa selected Arinaga on the basis of technical considerations for certification, wind conditions in the region, market performance and customer investment plans and its forecast.
The G128 offshore prototype will be the first to be installed in Spain...
Gamesa to install first offshore prototype G128 in Spain
Following extensive research to identify suitable sites, Gamesa selected Arinaga on the basis of technical considerations for certification, wind conditions in the region, market performance and customer investment plans and its forecast.
The G128 offshore prototype will be the first to be installed in Spain...
Gamesa to install first offshore prototype G128 in Spain
Tuesday, May 8, 2012
Enel Green Power starts construction of 25MW Cove Fort geothermal plant
The new geothermal plant, which will have a gross installed capacity of 25MW, will be able to generate around 160GWh of electricity per year, avoiding the emission of around 115,000 tons of CO2 into the atmosphere each year.
The plant, which should enter service by the end of 2013, will require a total investment of approximately US$126 million.
The Cove Fort plant will also benefit from a 20-year contract for the purchase of the electricity generated...
Enel Green Power starts construction of 25MW Cove Fort geothermal plant
The plant, which should enter service by the end of 2013, will require a total investment of approximately US$126 million.
The Cove Fort plant will also benefit from a 20-year contract for the purchase of the electricity generated...
Enel Green Power starts construction of 25MW Cove Fort geothermal plant
Imperial County Board approves world's largest solar PV farm
The approval received support from the Sierra Club, Audubon California, Defenders of Wildlife and the Natural Resources Defense Council.
8minutenergy's solar generation project will be built in three phases. The plants will produce a total of up to 600MW of clean, renewable solar power to provide electricity for over 200,000 households in California.
The solar PV projectis expected to displace the equivalent of approximately 1.6 million metric tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) per year of a coal plant, which is equal to the amount that roughly 67 million trees would displace annually...
Imperial County Board approves world's largest solar PV farm
8minutenergy's solar generation project will be built in three phases. The plants will produce a total of up to 600MW of clean, renewable solar power to provide electricity for over 200,000 households in California.
The solar PV projectis expected to displace the equivalent of approximately 1.6 million metric tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) per year of a coal plant, which is equal to the amount that roughly 67 million trees would displace annually...
Imperial County Board approves world's largest solar PV farm
Enbridge, First Solar hook up Silver State North to Nevada’s grid
First Solar developed and constructed the facility using its advanced thin film photovoltaic modules, and will operate and maintain the project for Enbridge.
First Solar expects to recognize revenue from Silver State North in the second quarter of 2012. NV Energy will purchase the facility's output under a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement.
The Silver State North photovoltaic plant created over 380 construction jobs, and will produce enough renewable energy to power about 9,000 Nevada homes,...Enbridge, First Solar hook up Silver State North to Nevada’s grid
First Solar expects to recognize revenue from Silver State North in the second quarter of 2012. NV Energy will purchase the facility's output under a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement.
The Silver State North photovoltaic plant created over 380 construction jobs, and will produce enough renewable energy to power about 9,000 Nevada homes,...Enbridge, First Solar hook up Silver State North to Nevada’s grid
Antaris Solar expands partner supply network in Middle East
The new partnerships will allow the installers to deliver superior service and support to the growing customer base in the regions. Middle Eastern countries are moving towards the use of renewable energy sources, and this trend isn't likely to stop anytime soon.
The firm, which has US headquarters in Pennsylvania, has seen demand rise with the increase in energy prices and the available solar rebates offered by the local government...
Antaris Solar expands partner supply network in Middle East
The firm, which has US headquarters in Pennsylvania, has seen demand rise with the increase in energy prices and the available solar rebates offered by the local government...
Antaris Solar expands partner supply network in Middle East
AES shrinks equity interests in coal, hydro and wind assets in China
The sale of these businesses is in line with our strategy to exit those markets where we do not have a competitive advantage,” said Andrés Gluski, AES president and chief executive officer. “Narrowing our geographic focus and investing in our core markets better positions us for long term earnings growth.”
Since September 2011, the company has announced eight asset sale transactions totaling $890 million. Six of those transactions, totaling $756 million, have already closed.
On May 4, 2012 AES agreed to sell its 25 percent equity interest in the 2,100MW coal-fired Yangcheng plant and its 49 percent equity interest in the 248MW China Wind joint venture to Sembcorp Utilities for a total of $86 million. AES also signed an agreement to sell its 49 percent equity interest in Jianghe Rural Electrification Development Company Limited (JHRH) to its...AES shrinks equity interests in coal, hydro and wind assets in China
Since September 2011, the company has announced eight asset sale transactions totaling $890 million. Six of those transactions, totaling $756 million, have already closed.
On May 4, 2012 AES agreed to sell its 25 percent equity interest in the 2,100MW coal-fired Yangcheng plant and its 49 percent equity interest in the 248MW China Wind joint venture to Sembcorp Utilities for a total of $86 million. AES also signed an agreement to sell its 49 percent equity interest in Jianghe Rural Electrification Development Company Limited (JHRH) to its...AES shrinks equity interests in coal, hydro and wind assets in China
Vattenfall launches first ocean energy engineering firm Nautimus
The company will fulfill the engineering, procurement, integration and construction (EPC) needs of wave power and tidal stream projects on behalf of utility clients. As a technology neutral player, Nautimus will work with technology developers, such as Pelamis Wave Power (PWP), delivering schemes to the final owner, such as Vattenfall.
The partnership has been established to address the absence of EPC services players in the ocean energy sector capable of handling the wide ranging challenges associated with constructing projects with new technology offshore. The gap, if unfilled, would pose a significant problem for the sector if, as expected, ocean energy schemes are deployed in increasing numbers before 2020.
Nautimus’ first client is likely to be Aegir, Vattenfall’s 10MW wave farm with PWP planned for construction from 2016 off Shetland, if the project secures the necessary consents....
Vattenfall launches first ocean energy engineering firm Nautimus
The partnership has been established to address the absence of EPC services players in the ocean energy sector capable of handling the wide ranging challenges associated with constructing projects with new technology offshore. The gap, if unfilled, would pose a significant problem for the sector if, as expected, ocean energy schemes are deployed in increasing numbers before 2020.
Nautimus’ first client is likely to be Aegir, Vattenfall’s 10MW wave farm with PWP planned for construction from 2016 off Shetland, if the project secures the necessary consents....
Vattenfall launches first ocean energy engineering firm Nautimus
Monday, May 7, 2012
GE delivers generator sets for Milwaukee biogas power project
The biogas project will convert waste from area food processing operations into a reliable supply of renewable energy for the tribal community as well as the local grid.
GE delivered two Waukesha APG1000 Enginator biogas engines to FCPC. The Waukesha plant employs 680 people, including 385 production workers.
An anaerobic digester will process the food processor waste-to-produce biogas that will fuel GE’s Waukesha engines in the CHP plant. The engines are designed specifically to run on biogases that are rich in methane, a potent greenhouse gas. Burning the methane in a reciprocating engine reduces the amount of gas that can escape into the atmosphere.
The two generator sets will produce a total of 2MW of renewable electricity, enough to power about 1,500 Milwaukee-area homes. The biogas plant’s electricity will be sold to WE Energies and can assist the utility in meeting the state’s Renewable Portfolio Standard, which requires a certain portion of the utility’s power be generated by renewable energy sources...
GE delivers generator sets for Milwaukee biogas power project
GE delivered two Waukesha APG1000 Enginator biogas engines to FCPC. The Waukesha plant employs 680 people, including 385 production workers.
An anaerobic digester will process the food processor waste-to-produce biogas that will fuel GE’s Waukesha engines in the CHP plant. The engines are designed specifically to run on biogases that are rich in methane, a potent greenhouse gas. Burning the methane in a reciprocating engine reduces the amount of gas that can escape into the atmosphere.
The two generator sets will produce a total of 2MW of renewable electricity, enough to power about 1,500 Milwaukee-area homes. The biogas plant’s electricity will be sold to WE Energies and can assist the utility in meeting the state’s Renewable Portfolio Standard, which requires a certain portion of the utility’s power be generated by renewable energy sources...
GE delivers generator sets for Milwaukee biogas power project
Friday, May 4, 2012
Alstom Hooped Pelton Runner to equip Castaic hydropower plant in California
Under the terms, Alstom will design, install and commission a new Alstom-patented Hooped Pelton runner, which is an impulse turbine with buckets supported by two separate hoops, a new generator and new governor, as well as provide an exciter and controls for unit 7 of the Castaic hydropower plant located in the state of California. Commissioning is expected in 2014.
Located in Castaic, approximately 35 miles north of Los Angeles, the approximately 1,250MW hydropower plant is owned and operated by LADWP. Six of the seven units in the plant are pumped-storage units, while unit 7 is a conventional 55MW Pelton unit.
LADWP is the US’ largest municipal utility and has been providing reliable water and electric service to the city of Los Angeles for over 100 years. Alstom has already supplied LADWP with heat recovery steam generators, steam turbines and conventional...Alstom Hooped Pelton Runner to equip Castaic hydropower plant in California
Located in Castaic, approximately 35 miles north of Los Angeles, the approximately 1,250MW hydropower plant is owned and operated by LADWP. Six of the seven units in the plant are pumped-storage units, while unit 7 is a conventional 55MW Pelton unit.
LADWP is the US’ largest municipal utility and has been providing reliable water and electric service to the city of Los Angeles for over 100 years. Alstom has already supplied LADWP with heat recovery steam generators, steam turbines and conventional...Alstom Hooped Pelton Runner to equip Castaic hydropower plant in California
Iberdrola selects Gamesa to repower Carland Cross in England
The project will repower the United Kingdom's most veteran wind farm with new technology to enable it to generate more energy using fewer wind turbines.
Gamesa will deliver and install 10 of its G80 turbines, each with capacity of 2MW, which will replace the current 15 turbines, specifically the WD24 produced by Vestas, each with capacity of 0.4MW.
Carland Cross, which began operating in 1992, is located 10 kilometers north of Truro in Cornwall in southwest England....
Iberdrola selects Gamesa to repower Carland Cross in England
Gamesa will deliver and install 10 of its G80 turbines, each with capacity of 2MW, which will replace the current 15 turbines, specifically the WD24 produced by Vestas, each with capacity of 0.4MW.
Carland Cross, which began operating in 1992, is located 10 kilometers north of Truro in Cornwall in southwest England....
Iberdrola selects Gamesa to repower Carland Cross in England
Gamesa enters Uruguayan wind market with 50MW turbine deal
Gamesa will produce the turbines at its manufacturing plants in the United States, with transport, assembly and start-up scheduled for 2013. Additionally, Gamesa will perform operation and maintenance (O&M) services on the machines for 20 years.
"This project is a new milestone for Gamesa: it heralds its entry into a new market, Uruguay, which offers appealing growth prospects, and marks our launch in a new country, just a year and a half after we began doing business in the Mercosur region," said Edgard Corrochano, Gamesa's mercosur commercial and project manager.
Latin America and Mercosur have become leading growth markets for Gamesa in the short- and medium-term...
Gamesa enters Uruguayan wind market with 50MW turbine deal
"This project is a new milestone for Gamesa: it heralds its entry into a new market, Uruguay, which offers appealing growth prospects, and marks our launch in a new country, just a year and a half after we began doing business in the Mercosur region," said Edgard Corrochano, Gamesa's mercosur commercial and project manager.
Latin America and Mercosur have become leading growth markets for Gamesa in the short- and medium-term...
Gamesa enters Uruguayan wind market with 50MW turbine deal
E.ON AG to transform into Societas Europaea
The resolution was approved by a large majority of shareholders at E.ON’s 2012 Annual Shareholders Meeting. Shareholders representing 99.67 percent of the company’s share capital voted for the transformation resolution proposed by the supervisory board and board of management.
The board of management and supervisory board had proposed this measure in order for the increasing internationalization of the company’s workforce, customers, and shareholders to be reflected in the form of its incorporation. Approximately half of E.ON’s employees, customers, and shareholders now reside in European countries other than Germany.
In addition, the new form of incorporation will make it possible to manage the company more efficiently, said E.ON....
E.ON AG to transform into Societas Europaea
The board of management and supervisory board had proposed this measure in order for the increasing internationalization of the company’s workforce, customers, and shareholders to be reflected in the form of its incorporation. Approximately half of E.ON’s employees, customers, and shareholders now reside in European countries other than Germany.
In addition, the new form of incorporation will make it possible to manage the company more efficiently, said E.ON....
E.ON AG to transform into Societas Europaea
MidAmerican, First Solar start major construction on Topaz Solar Farm
The Topaz project is claimed to be the largest solar electric power plant in the world, when complete, providing enough energy to power approximately 160,000 average California homes.
The photovoltaic project will employ approximately 400 workers during its three-year construction period and generate nearly $417 million in local economic impact, the majority of which will be generated during construction; and will provide California with renewable electricity.
Paul Caudill, president of MidAmerican Solar, said: “A project of this size creates jobs and plays a major role in our nation’s long-term electric energy supply. In addition to providing clean energy and jobs, we’re committed to working hand-in-hand with stakeholders to demonstrate how large-scale solar projects and geographies, such as the Carrizo Plain, can co-exist and benefit native biological species...
MidAmerican, First Solar start major construction on Topaz Solar Farm
The photovoltaic project will employ approximately 400 workers during its three-year construction period and generate nearly $417 million in local economic impact, the majority of which will be generated during construction; and will provide California with renewable electricity.
Paul Caudill, president of MidAmerican Solar, said: “A project of this size creates jobs and plays a major role in our nation’s long-term electric energy supply. In addition to providing clean energy and jobs, we’re committed to working hand-in-hand with stakeholders to demonstrate how large-scale solar projects and geographies, such as the Carrizo Plain, can co-exist and benefit native biological species...
MidAmerican, First Solar start major construction on Topaz Solar Farm
DTE Energy seeks 100MW of wind energy proposals
DTE Energy is seeking approximately 100MW of renewable energy from Michigan-based wind projects that will be operating by the end of 2013. The solicitation is part of DTE Energy's plan to meet Michigan's renewable energy goals.
To meet the state's renewable energy goals, DTE Energy expects to add about 1GW, or 10 percent of its power, from renewable resources by 2015. The company plans to own facilities to supply up to half of that power and contract with third-party producers for the rest...
DTE Energy seeks 100MW of wind energy proposals
To meet the state's renewable energy goals, DTE Energy expects to add about 1GW, or 10 percent of its power, from renewable resources by 2015. The company plans to own facilities to supply up to half of that power and contract with third-party producers for the rest...
DTE Energy seeks 100MW of wind energy proposals
Satcon, Sanmina-SCI form solar inverter partnership in Canada
Under the terms, Sanmina-SCI will manufacture Satcon’s PowerGate® Plus 50 kilowatt, 100 kilowatt, 250 kilowatt, and 500 kilowatt inverters along with Satcon’s Prism Platform™ solutions in Ottawa, Ontario.
Satcon said it has shipped over two gigawatts of Utility-Ready solutions globally, including over 100MW in Ontario alone....
Satcon, Sanmina-SCI form solar inverter partnership in Canada
Satcon said it has shipped over two gigawatts of Utility-Ready solutions globally, including over 100MW in Ontario alone....
Satcon, Sanmina-SCI form solar inverter partnership in Canada
Syncronys unveils new solar power generation products
The new solar power generation products represent the latest in technology and design and are in the final development stage, said Syncronys.
Rex Gay, Syncronys CEO, said: "The new products complement our existing line of small and medium solar generators. These heavy duty solar generators have been designed to be tough, weatherproof, with fast deployment and simple operation. They will utilize high performance lithium-ion batteries for ultra-reliability and durability."
Syncronys expects immediate applications as emergency power for the oil and gas industry and first responders to natural disasters, standby and emergency power for data centers, and temporary primary power for large commercial projects....
Syncronys unveils new solar power generation products
Rex Gay, Syncronys CEO, said: "The new products complement our existing line of small and medium solar generators. These heavy duty solar generators have been designed to be tough, weatherproof, with fast deployment and simple operation. They will utilize high performance lithium-ion batteries for ultra-reliability and durability."
Syncronys expects immediate applications as emergency power for the oil and gas industry and first responders to natural disasters, standby and emergency power for data centers, and temporary primary power for large commercial projects....
Syncronys unveils new solar power generation products
Bank of China to support Canadian Solar’s projects in Ontario
The loan facility will be used to support the construction of solar power projects owned by Canadian Solar and which are expected to be built during 2012, 2013, and 2014.
"We are delighted to announce this agreement with Bank of China, a long time banking partner to Canadian Solar. Their strength and reputation as a global bank combined with their competitive terms makes them an ideal partner to support the growth of our project business in Ontario. This agreement also represents an important step towards our goal of generating over 40 percent of our revenue from total solutions in 2013 and beyond," said Shawn Qu, Canadian Solar's chairman and CEO.
Canadian Solar said it continues to source new banking partners to finance its Ontario and global pipelines and initiatives...
Bank of China to support Canadian Solar’s projects in Ontario
"We are delighted to announce this agreement with Bank of China, a long time banking partner to Canadian Solar. Their strength and reputation as a global bank combined with their competitive terms makes them an ideal partner to support the growth of our project business in Ontario. This agreement also represents an important step towards our goal of generating over 40 percent of our revenue from total solutions in 2013 and beyond," said Shawn Qu, Canadian Solar's chairman and CEO.
Canadian Solar said it continues to source new banking partners to finance its Ontario and global pipelines and initiatives...
Bank of China to support Canadian Solar’s projects in Ontario
Thursday, May 3, 2012
Siemens wins first SGT-750 gas turbine order in North America
When commercially operational in October 2013, the 36MW facility will supply electricity to the textile facilities operated by Grupo Kaltex in Mexico.
The Energia MK KF combined heat and power plant will be located in Altamira, in Tamaulipas State, Mexico. One-third of the total electrical capacity will be used for the Kaltex facility on site and two-thirds will be fed into the grid for other Kaltex facilities in Mexico. The plant will meet approximately 40 percent of Kaltex's power needs in Mexico. The SGT-750 turbine will generate all the process steam needed for producing synthetic fibers.
The Siemens scope of supply encompasses supply, installation and commissioning of the SGT-750 gas turbine together with the electrical generator, heat recovery steam generator (HRSG) with supplementary firing system and auxiliary systems...
Siemens wins first SGT-750 gas turbine order in North America
The Energia MK KF combined heat and power plant will be located in Altamira, in Tamaulipas State, Mexico. One-third of the total electrical capacity will be used for the Kaltex facility on site and two-thirds will be fed into the grid for other Kaltex facilities in Mexico. The plant will meet approximately 40 percent of Kaltex's power needs in Mexico. The SGT-750 turbine will generate all the process steam needed for producing synthetic fibers.
The Siemens scope of supply encompasses supply, installation and commissioning of the SGT-750 gas turbine together with the electrical generator, heat recovery steam generator (HRSG) with supplementary firing system and auxiliary systems...
Siemens wins first SGT-750 gas turbine order in North America
Enel secures financing for wind farms in Romania, USA and Brazil
The funds will be used to cover part of the investments for the Enel Green Power wind farms Zephyr I in Romania, with an installed capacity of 120MW; Caney River in the USA, 200MW; and Cristal in Brazil, 90MW.
Among these, the Caney River wind farm in Kansas, together with the Rocky Ridge wind farm in Oklahoma, is also part of a tax equity partnership worth around $340 million signed in December 2011 by the US subsidiary Enel Green Power North America.
The full amount of the investments for the construction of the three plants is equal to about EUR670 million...
Enel secures financing for wind farms in Romania, USA and Brazil
Among these, the Caney River wind farm in Kansas, together with the Rocky Ridge wind farm in Oklahoma, is also part of a tax equity partnership worth around $340 million signed in December 2011 by the US subsidiary Enel Green Power North America.
The full amount of the investments for the construction of the three plants is equal to about EUR670 million...
Enel secures financing for wind farms in Romania, USA and Brazil
Vestas Q1 revenue up, expects EUR6.5 - 8 billion for full year
EBIT before special items declined by EUR135 million to EUR(204) million. The EBIT margin before special items was (18.5) percent. After special items of EUR41 million, EBIT was EUR(245) million. The free cash flow improved to EUR (295) million from EUR(431) million in the first quarter of 2011.
The net debt at March 31, 2012 amounted to EUR850 million, an increase of EUR305 million during the quarter. The intake of firm and unconditional orders was 1,269MW in the first quarter of 2012 and the backlog of firm and unconditional orders amounted to EUR10 billion at March 31, 2012 – which is the highest level ever recorded.
In addition to the order backlog, Vestas had service agreements with contractual future revenue of EUR4.2 billion at the end of March 2012. Safety at Vestas’ workplaces improved once again and the share of renewable energy increased to 44 percent.
Monitoring data from Vestas’ Performance and Diagnostics centers have shown that 376 V90-3.0MW gearboxes delivered to Vestas from June 2009 to September 2011 may potentially need additional maintenance, repair or replacement due to malfunctioning bearings. Thus, additional provisions of EUR40 million have been made in the quarter. Vestas said it will pursue all relevant actions with regards to potential compensation from the suppliers...
Vestas Q1 revenue up, expects EUR6.5 - 8 billion for full year
The net debt at March 31, 2012 amounted to EUR850 million, an increase of EUR305 million during the quarter. The intake of firm and unconditional orders was 1,269MW in the first quarter of 2012 and the backlog of firm and unconditional orders amounted to EUR10 billion at March 31, 2012 – which is the highest level ever recorded.
In addition to the order backlog, Vestas had service agreements with contractual future revenue of EUR4.2 billion at the end of March 2012. Safety at Vestas’ workplaces improved once again and the share of renewable energy increased to 44 percent.
Monitoring data from Vestas’ Performance and Diagnostics centers have shown that 376 V90-3.0MW gearboxes delivered to Vestas from June 2009 to September 2011 may potentially need additional maintenance, repair or replacement due to malfunctioning bearings. Thus, additional provisions of EUR40 million have been made in the quarter. Vestas said it will pursue all relevant actions with regards to potential compensation from the suppliers...
Vestas Q1 revenue up, expects EUR6.5 - 8 billion for full year
K Road acquires 25MW McHenry solar project from SunPower
SunPower will provide operations and maintenance services when the project begins commercial operation in September 2012.
The power generated by the McHenry solar photovoltaic (PV) project will be sold to the Modesto Irrigation District (MID) under a 25-year power purchase agreement, helping the utility achieve California's 33 percent renewable portfolio standard. The project is expected to generate clean energy enough to power approximately 6,000 homes...
K Road acquires 25MW McHenry solar project from SunPower
The power generated by the McHenry solar photovoltaic (PV) project will be sold to the Modesto Irrigation District (MID) under a 25-year power purchase agreement, helping the utility achieve California's 33 percent renewable portfolio standard. The project is expected to generate clean energy enough to power approximately 6,000 homes...
K Road acquires 25MW McHenry solar project from SunPower
Pratt & Whitney to deliver biomass power plant for West Fraser in Canada
The biomass power plant will provide clean, carbon-neutral power to the company's Chetwynd Forest Industries plant utilizing two Turboden 65 HRS Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) turbogenerators.
West Fraser is a wood products company with operations in western Canada and the southern United States, producing softwood lumber, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, laminated veneer lumber and wood chips. The installation of the ORC unit at West Fraser's Chetwynd facility is a part of efforts to improve operational efficiency...
Pratt & Whitney to deliver biomass power plant for West Fraser in Canada
West Fraser is a wood products company with operations in western Canada and the southern United States, producing softwood lumber, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, laminated veneer lumber and wood chips. The installation of the ORC unit at West Fraser's Chetwynd facility is a part of efforts to improve operational efficiency...
Pratt & Whitney to deliver biomass power plant for West Fraser in Canada
Gevo, VP Racing to develop isobutanol-based specialty fuel blends
The goal is to develop a product line of renewable, high-performance, isobutanol-based fuel blends for the small engine market while looking toward other performance applications for isobutanol as well. The relationship will allow the companies to initially assess market opportunities, positioning and distribution channels to commercialize renewable fuels for outdoor power equipment.
“We look forward to exploring the potential of an isobutanol version of renewable, branded and private-label packaged fuels for retail,” said Alan Cerwick, VP Racing's president. “Isobutanol’s unique low-water solvency and noncorrosive characteristics in small engine fuels potentially...Gevo, VP Racing to develop isobutanol-based specialty fuel blends
“We look forward to exploring the potential of an isobutanol version of renewable, branded and private-label packaged fuels for retail,” said Alan Cerwick, VP Racing's president. “Isobutanol’s unique low-water solvency and noncorrosive characteristics in small engine fuels potentially...Gevo, VP Racing to develop isobutanol-based specialty fuel blends
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
First Wind kicks off construction on 105MW Palouse wind project
Project construction will include the installation of 58 Vestas V100-1.8MW turbines between State Route 195 and the town of Oakesdale. Once complete, the Palouse Wind project will be the largest renewable energy facility in the county with the capacity to generate enough clean energy to power about 30,000 Northwest homes, equal to the total energy load of all of Whitman County.
Construction of the project is expected to be completed by November and it will be online and operating by the end of the year.
“Celebrating our first project in Washington state makes this an exceptional day for First Wind, and we are as grateful to our supporters throughout Whitman County and the state that were integral in bringing the area’s largest renewable energy facility to life,” said Paul Gaynor, CEO of First Wind. “In addition to representing a major source of clean energy for years to come, we are also making...
First Wind kicks off construction on 105MW Palouse wind project
Construction of the project is expected to be completed by November and it will be online and operating by the end of the year.
“Celebrating our first project in Washington state makes this an exceptional day for First Wind, and we are as grateful to our supporters throughout Whitman County and the state that were integral in bringing the area’s largest renewable energy facility to life,” said Paul Gaynor, CEO of First Wind. “In addition to representing a major source of clean energy for years to come, we are also making...
First Wind kicks off construction on 105MW Palouse wind project
Duke Energy acquires Black Mountain Solar Farm in Arizona from SOLON
The Black Mountain Solar Project, under construction in Mohave County, is expected to achieve commercial operation in October this year. UniSource Energy Services (UES) will purchase the power generated at the Black Mountain site through a 20-year power purchase agreement.
"This acquisition expands our footprint in the western United States and helps a premier Arizona energy service provider deliver affordable, zero-emission renewable power to its customers," said Duke Energy Renewables president Greg Wolf.
SOLON designed the solar array, powered by its single-axis tracking technology, and will construct and continue to handle operations, monitoring and maintenance of the system after it is commissioned...
Duke Energy acquires Black Mountain Solar Farm in Arizona from SOLON
"This acquisition expands our footprint in the western United States and helps a premier Arizona energy service provider deliver affordable, zero-emission renewable power to its customers," said Duke Energy Renewables president Greg Wolf.
SOLON designed the solar array, powered by its single-axis tracking technology, and will construct and continue to handle operations, monitoring and maintenance of the system after it is commissioned...
Duke Energy acquires Black Mountain Solar Farm in Arizona from SOLON
Assurant launches new solar project insurance
The new product, designed specifically for the fast growing 100 kilowatts to three megawatts solar market, will allow developers of commercial and industrial scale projects to address problematic risks that have traditionally made financing difficult.
Assurant Solar Project Insurance provides warranty administration and comprehensive protection plan for every phase of commercial-sized solar development projects. Assurant said its solar coverage is tailored to offer an affordable alternative to current solar insurance products geared toward insuring larger-scale projects at a frequently cost-prohibitive price point. It was created with solar developers, lenders, brokers and other industry leaders and leverages the leading specialty insurer's expertise...
Assurant launches new solar project insurance
Assurant Solar Project Insurance provides warranty administration and comprehensive protection plan for every phase of commercial-sized solar development projects. Assurant said its solar coverage is tailored to offer an affordable alternative to current solar insurance products geared toward insuring larger-scale projects at a frequently cost-prohibitive price point. It was created with solar developers, lenders, brokers and other industry leaders and leverages the leading specialty insurer's expertise...
Assurant launches new solar project insurance
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