Tag: renewable energy
UHVDC and UHVAC transformers
As renewables increasingly become part of power generation, the need to transmit energy over greater distances with reduced losses becomes ever more desirable.
Budakova wind farm’s developer inks supply deal with KOSTT
Kosovo: Transmission System and Market Operator (KOSTT) of Kosovo has said it reached an agreement for the power that will be generated by the 15 turbines in a wind park planned to be built by Bondcom Energy Point Llc.
Singapore to build more transmission lines for harnessing green power
Singapore: Singapore’s state-owned power grid operator wants to build more connections to neighboring countries to tap their greater potential for renewable energy.
39 solar power projects approved for development in Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe: The Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (Zera) has processed 39 solar power projects that have capacity to generate up 1,151.87 MW, as the country moves towards renewable energy to increase capacity.
$1 B project in Chile to integrate more renewable energy
Chilean president Sebastian Pinera officially inaugurated the 753 km Cardones-Polpaico transmission line that will enable the transport of renewable energy from the regions in the north to consumer points in Chile’s south.
India to invest $1.8 B in transmission projects
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL), recently shared proposals to set up transmission projects for renewable energy worth $1.8 B.
$2.3 B investment in South Africa’s energy sector
South Africa: The New Development Bank (NDB) has signed a series of agreements with Eskom to help promote renewable energy in South Africa.
Terna to spend $7.1 B on grid shift to renewables
Terna said it would spend a record $7.1 B (6.2 B euros) on its power grid to deal with the shift toward the production of more renewable energy.
Australia’s Opposition announces $10.8B plan to propel renewables sector
Australia’s Opposition has announced a future Labour government would invest $10.8 billion to transform Australia into a renewable energy "powerhouse".
O&R’s new $26M substation up and running in Deerpark
USA, New York: Orange and Rockland Utilities has launched a new $26 million electric substation, which is expected to improve service reliability to Deerpark
Electricity substation approved for Hatton in Lincolnshire
UK, Lincolnshire: A new electricity substation planned to be built near Hatton, Lincolnshire has been approved by the local district council’s planning committee.
Japan funds $17M renewable energy project in Guyana
Guyana, Georgetown: Japan is funding a $17 million renewable energy project in Guyana that should see an improvement of the capital’s electricity generation system and the introduction of a solar energy system at the locally-based headquarters of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM).
REN and ONEE to propose Portugal-Morocco interconnection project
REN and ONEE – Office National de l’Electricité et de l’Eau Potable of Morocco were mandated by the Governments of Portugal and Morocco to submit, within six months, a preliminary draft proposal for the construction and financing model for the construction of the Portugal-Morocco electric interconnection, reports Compelo Energy.
Bangladesh secures $505M loan for transmission power projects
Bangladesh has secured two loans totalling $505 million from the World Bank to expand its power transmission network and bring clean renewable energy to rural areas.
New Mexico to consider approval for $2B transmission project
USA, New Mexico: Developers of a $2 billion transmission project that will serve as a path to get renewable energy from New Mexico and Arizona to large markets in the American Southwest are waiting for final approvals as they move toward starting construction on two massive transmission lines and other infrastructure.
New York to develop $1.4B renewable energy projects
USA, New York: New York State Governor Andrew M. Cuomo has announced an investment of $1.4 billion to develop renewable energy projects with a total capacity of 1.38 GW.
EU commits $184M to boost electricity network in Nigeria
With efforts to boost electricity supply in Nigeria, the European Union has committed €150 million ($184 million) towards green and renewable energy projects in that country.
Acciona wins contract to build two transmission lines in Kenya
Spanish renewable energy company Acciona has been selected by HOMT España to design and build power transmission lines along with several substations in Kenya.
The Philippines’ BOI approves $677M renewable energy projects
The Philippines: The Philippine’s Board of Investments (BOI) has approved four renewable energy projects with combined investments of $677 million.
UAE plans to invest $163B in renewable energy projects
The UAE government has announced plans to invest $163 billion by 2050 in projects to boost clean energy contribution in the country's total energy mix to 50%.
Egypt needs $135B investment by 2030 to boost electricity capacity
Egypt, Cairo: In a bid to boost Egypt’s power generation capacity and expand the country’s grid, the Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy (MERE) has laid out a plan to increase the amount of power generated from renewable energy sources and invest in transmission and distribution infrastructure to support this growth.EBRD grants a $110M loan to Turkey
Turkey: The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has extended a $110 million loan to help fund development of renewable energy projects in Turkey.$848M funding secured for clean energy infrastructure in India
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has signed memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the US Agency for International Development (USAID) to jointly support the development of clean energy infrastructure in India.U.K. plans $1.1B funding for new clean-energy technologies
United Kingdom, London: The U.K. government will provide 810 million pounds ($1.1 billion) for new clean-energy technologies in an effort to reduce pollution and ensure electricity supply.- 1
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