Wind Energy
Continuation of the UK Offshore Wind Capacity Expansion Programme
The Crown Estate has approved an increase in capacity for seven existing offshore wind farms, enabling the full potential of the current seabed lease areas to be maximized. According to The Crown Estate’s website, this expansion could deliver an additional…
Installation of All Wind Turbines Completed in Kostolac
Elektroprivreda Srbije (EPS) has completed the installation of all 20 wind turbines within its first wind farm in Kostolac, marking the entry of this significant project into its final phase. The wind turbines, standing 179 meters tall, are distributed across…
Planned Construction of a 250 MW Wind Farm Near Aleksinac
The Municipal Administration of the Municipality of Aleksinac has announced a public review of the Detailed Regulation Plan for the construction of the Bradarac Wind Farm, which will be available until April 20, 2025. Also included is the Environmental Impact…
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…
The World’s Largest Aircraft Will Transport Wind Turbine Blades Longer Than a Football Field
Wind energy holds untapped potential that requires further infrastructure development to be fully harnessed. Roads used for transporting wind turbine blades are often unsuitable due to limited width, especially in areas with tunnels, bridges, and sharp curves. Currently, the maximum…
OECD Report Highlights Global Disparity in Wind Energy Support
In April 2024 the European Commission opened an investigation into Chinese suppliers of wind turbines under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR). The Commission suspects unfair competition is taking place. With sweeping powers that range from requiring the disclosure of documents…