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Space-Based Solar Panels Could Cut Europe’s Need for Land Renewables by 80%
Solar energy harvested in space could be a game-changer for Europe’s energy transition, potentially reducing the need for land-based renewables by up to 80 percent, according to a new study by researchers...
WindEurope welcomes the ambition. The proposal simplifies and harmonises funding rules, and provides more flexibility and support for infrastructure, innovation, and industrial decarbonisation. This is good news for Europe’s clean tech industries,...
Planned Construction of the “Samoš” Wind Farm Enters Public Consultation Phase
The construction of the “Samoš” wind farm is planned in the municipalities of Alibunar and Kovačica in southern Banat. In this regard, a public consultation has been opened for the Draft Spatial...
Global Wind Day 2025 – The Contribution of Wind to the Economy and Communities
How much has been achieved so far, how much potential is yet to be unlocked, what role can wind play in transforming the energy system, and what is its contribution to the...
China Surpasses Wind and Solar Targets Ahead of Schedule – What Comes Next in Its Energy Transition?
China has entered a pivotal phase of its energy transition, according to a new analysis by the international think tank EMBER. In 2024, the country surpassed its 2030 renewable energy targets by...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Poland to Produce Energy Offshore
The construction of two substations for Poland's first offshore wind farm was recently completed, marking the beginning of large-scale offshore wind development in Polish waters. Offshore wind farms, located farther from land...
EU Built 13 GW of Wind Energy in 2024, but 30 GW Annually Is Needed – What’s Slowing Development?
The European Union has set ambitious goals for wind energy, aiming for wind power to account for 34 percent of total electricity consumption by 2030 and over 50 percent by 2050. However,...
EBRD Supports the Largest Onshore Wind Project in Africa
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is promoting renewable energy and low‑carbon technologies in Egypt by arranging a syndicated loan worth 275 million USD for the construction and operation of...
One year since the European Wind Charter: Lots achieved, lots more to do
In her 2023 State of the European Union speech, Ursula von der Leyen addressed the challenges facing Europe’s wind industry and announced a Wind Power Package to address key bottlenecks:Faster permitting;
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