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
Friday, May 18, 2012
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
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