RES
Plug-in Solar Systems Conquering the European Market
Solar panels in households are becoming a key element of the energy transition. In this context, plug-in solar power plants could significantly accelerate the expansion of solar technologies due to their affordability and ease of installation. These are small solar…
Wind and Solar Surpass Coal in U.S. Electricity Generation
For the first time last year, the United States reached a milestone where solar and wind energy together generated more electricity than coal, according to the organization EMBER. Wind and solar accounted for 17 percent of total electricity production, while…
Global Battery Market: China Leads, Europe Seeks Solutions
The global battery market is undergoing rapid development driven by soaring demand and declining prices. According to the latest report from the International Energy Agency (IEA), 2024 marks a turning point for the battery industry, as demand has surpassed 1…
Untapped Potential – Croatia Explores Geothermal Well in Zagreb County
In Velika Gorica, a town of over 60,000 residents in Croatia, the drilling of an exploratory geothermal well has commenced, marking a step toward assessing the potential use of geothermal energy for the district heating system. The project, valued at…
Turkish RES Auctions: Large Projects Face Challenges, but the Solution Lies in Reforms
In 2016, Turkey launched auctions for Renewable Energy Resource Zones (YEKA) to develop large-scale solar and wind projects while simplifying land allocation and promoting domestic production of renewable energy equipment. Although the YEKA initiative represents a significant step toward achieving…
Germany Installed the Most Wind Turbines in Europe in 2024
Over the past year, Germany reaffirmed its leading position in Europe by installing more wind turbines than any other country on the continent. According to data from WindEurope, new onshore and offshore installations exceeded 4 GW, placing Germany ahead of…
Over 11 Billion Euros for Strengthening Europe’s Wind Energy Supply Chain
A favorable trend in strengthening the European industry that manufactures wind power equipment is being recorded across Europe. More than 30 European factories are currently expanding or under construction. New production lines for cables, as reported by WindEurope, are being…