Renewables

Connecting renewable energy in all its forms - wind, solar, hydro and biomass - provides our industry with significant opportunities and challenges.

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Transmission Reliability

Ireland, Belgium, UK to Work More Closely on Renewables, Transmission Interconnections

May 17, 2024
The joint statement includes offshore wind projects and transmission connection opportunities
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Renewables

Protect Wind Turbines from Lightning Strikes

May 16, 2024
Wind turbine owners and operators should ensure their lightning protection system has been installed correctly and regularly check it is working properly.
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Renewables

Vineyard Offshore Submits Proposal For 1,200 MW Offshore Wind Project In New England

April 1, 2024
Export cable from the project will make landfall in New London and interconnect with the New England power grid in Montville.
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Renewables

FERC Approves 810 MW Offshore Wind Project to Connect to New York City Grid

March 15, 2024
The project will help connect the Sunset Park onshore substation at South Brooklyn Marine Terminal into the New York City electrical grid at Con Edison’s Gowanus substation
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Distributed Energy Resources

Ukraine’s DTEK Eyes Renewable Energy Projects in Romania

Jan. 26, 2024
The private energy holding company wants to decarbonize Ukraine while strengthening ties with the EU power grid.

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2-GW Maryland Offshore Wind Project Approved

Sept. 9, 2024
The project includes the installation of up to 114 wind turbine generators, offshore substations, and export cable corridors.
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The RESPONDENT Project - Harnessing the Power of Space Technology for Smarter Grids

Sept. 9, 2024
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Respecting Tribal Rights and Right to Consultation: A Key Source of Opposition to Renewable Energy Projects in the United States

Aug. 30, 2024
Delays and blockage of 53 US renewable energy projects represent growing resistance and significant impediment to electric utilities meeting net-zero emissions goals.
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Overhead Transmission

New Grid Connection Policy Boosts Renewable Projects in Northern Scotland

Aug. 30, 2024
The change will support around 35 customers in mainland Scotland, with a combined generating potential of over 5 MW, to connect to the grid earlier than expected.