Lithuania’s electricity transmission system operator, Litgrid, has signed a contract for the design workk of the Harmony Link overland electricity interconnector with Poland. The appointed contractor will be responsible for preparing the main technical solutions and designing the key infrastructure elements of the interconnector on the Lithuanian side – a 220 kV transmission line and [...]
23 April, London | The Global Wind Energy Council’s flagship Global Wind Report released yesterday shows that 2024 was a record year for new capacity, with 117 GW of wind energy installed across the world. However, GWEC warned of increasing policy instability in some markets, and pointed to the need to improve permitting, grid transmission [...]
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) presents a compelling case for a rapid, global shift to renewable energy as the only viable path to keeping climate goals—particularly the 1.5°C target—within reach. In its latest report, IRENA stresses that this transformation is not just about replacing fossil fuels with clean energy; it is about fundamentally reshaping [...]
Ignitis Renewables, an international green energy company, has completed the first stage of the largest wind energy project in Lithuania and the Baltics, Kelmė wind farm. The 114-megawatt (MW) Kelmė wind farm I has successfully reached the commercial operations date. “Kelmė wind farm I is the largest wind energy project implemented by Ignitis Renewables in [...]
60 megawatt wind farm successful in EEG tender Nine wind turbines will produce enough green electricity to supply 36,500 homes Construction to start in April; commissioning planned for end of 2026 Project will bring installed wind power capacity in Bedburg to 156 MW Essen/Bedburg, 14 April 2025 This is the third wind farm project between [...]
Onshore wind turbine manufacturer ENERCON and RWE, one of the world's leading renewable energy companies, have agreed on a long-term partnership to jointly realize onshore wind projects in Europe. The companies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the WindEurope conference to define the terms of their cooperation. The multi-year agreement covers collaboration on [...]
By Jorgo Chatzimarkakis, CEO of Hydrogen Europe, EUSEW’s partner organisation. This opinion editorial is produced in co-operation with the European Sustainable Energy Week 2025. See ec.europa.eu/eusew for more details. ‘The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second-best time is now.’ In a world of short-term thinking and instant gratification, this [...]
The EU Clean Industrial Deal aims to boost electrification and renewables deployment as a driver for industrial competitiveness. But the new WindEurope and VaasaETT report “Revamping electricity bills for a competitive and secure Europe” shows that high taxes and levies on electricity undermine the business case for electrification. They put Europe at a disadvantage compared [...]
The European Commission unveiled the programme and launched the registration for the European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) 2025. Under the theme 'Powering a fair and competitive green transition’ this year’s event gathers leading clean energy community voices along with the high-level speakers, such as Commissioner for Energy and Housing Dan Jørgensen; Commissioner for Climate, Net [...]
With 585 GW of capacity additions, renewables accounted for over 90% of total power expansion globally in 2024. Renewable Capacity Statistics 2025 released by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) in March shows a massive increase in renewable power capacity during 2024, reaching 4 448 gigawatts (GW). The 585 GW addition last year indicates a 92.5% [...]
Starting July 1, 2025, it will be possible in Denmark to turn off warning lights on wind turbines at night if there are no planes or drones in their vicinity. The new regulations aim to reduce nuisance to local residents, which could make it easier to get approvals for more wind farms and support a [...]
With the third and final planning approval from the German Federal Network Agency (Bundesnetzagentur), transmission system operator 50Hertz has received the full building permit for its section of the SuedOstLink – a 270-kilometre direct-current line stretching through Saxony-Anhalt, Saxony, and Thuringia. Construction across the full route can now begin. The SuedOstLink is a critical project [...]
Germany, Poland and the Baltic States have suffered big economic damage from rising fossil fuel prices. They are now rushing to reduce their dependence on fossil imports. They see wind as the key solution here. Thanks to recent policy changes, they are now starting to add large wind capacities, making their economies more energy independent [...]
Latvian Wind Energy Association and partners are inviting to conference “WindWorks. Powering Economy” on the 24th of April, 2025 in Riga (Atta Conference Centre, 60 Krasta street). “Windworks. Powering Economy” the 5th year is the main platform for experts, policymakers, investors, and other stakeholders to network and discuss opportunities, challenges, and best practices in the [...]
OX2 has made the investment decision for two onshore wind farms in Finland with a total capacity of 472 MW. The investment amounts to more than 700 MEUR and the wind farms will remain under OX2’s ownership once constructed. The projects are the first in Finland to remain within OX2’s operational ownership. Construction is set [...]
The Board of WindEurope today elected Henrik Andersen, CEO of Vestas, to be the new Chair of WindEurope. And they elected Rasmus Errboe, the CEO of Ørsted, as Vice-Chair. Henrik and Rasmus will lead the wind industry’s engagement with Governments, other stakeholders and wider society in Europe for the next 18 months. Wind is now [...]
The tender for offshore wind turbines should be complemented by both an electrification plan and a strengthened electricity transmission network, says Green Power Denmark. The changing market conditions between 2022 and 2024 and a series of 16 tender conditions analysed have worsened the business case, increasing costs and risks. That's what the Boston Consulting Group [...]
Ørsted has reached important milestones for both phases of its combined 112 MW Bahren West onshore wind project in Brandenburg, Germany. Bahren West I is now Ørsted’s largest German onshore wind project in its portfolio. With its 50.4 MW capacity, the project can supply the equivalent of 35,000 German households. With the first stage of the [...]
The Climate Policy Council (Klimatpolitiska rådet) presented its annual report assessing the government's overall policy with regard to Swedish and EU climate targets. The Council concludes that the plan is not sufficient to achieve the national climate targets by 2030. Svensk Vindenergi agrees with the assessment and provides the wind energy industry's perspective on the [...]
EU-funded researchers are using AI to help ease the flow in Europe’s cities, making urban environments both safer and greener. By Tom Cassauwers At the Las Matas train station in the town of Las Rozas, just north of the Spanish capital Madrid, life is going on as usual. The sound of a highway can [...]
Grid development is moving forward as 900 kilometres of lines are under construction and there is a peak in completions and approvals. The share of renewable energy in the 50Hertz grid area grew to 73 percent while electricity consumption stagnated. By 2028, nearly €23 billion will be invested in grid infrastructure, five times more than [...]
The history of modern Lithuanian wind energy spans two decades, with the Lithuanian Wind Power Association (LVEA) also celebrating its 20th anniversary. It all began with the little-known fact that the first wind turbine in Lithuania was initiated not by businesses or the state, but by the Catholic Church. Since then, Lithuania saw major progress [...]
In 2024, 46.9% of net electricity generated in the EU came from renewable energy sources. Among EU countries, Denmark had the highest share of renewables in its net electricity generation with 88.4%, coming mostly from wind, followed by Portugal (87.5%, mostly wind and hydro) and Croatia (73.7%, mostly hydro). The lowest shares of renewables were [...]
Europe built 16.4 GW of wind energy, 13 GW in the EU, according to WindEurope’s 2024 Statistics out today. That’s less than half of what the EU needs to deliver on its energy security targets. Poor permitting, slow grid build-out and insufficient electrification are holding back the expansion of wind. Our latest Outlook for 2025-30, [...]
Berlin, 18 February 2025 – During the official launch event, electricity transmission system operators 50Hertz and TenneT presented the Green Grid Compass together with the FfE (Forschungsstelle für Energiewirtschaft e. V.). The digital tool can be found on www.greengrid-compass.eu and provides data on CO₂ intensity and on the share of renewable energy in the individual European [...]
According to Swedish Wind Energy Association the research program Vindval has published a new report on how the environmental monitoring of wind power's impact on species and natural environments is conducted. The Swedish Wind Energy Association will soon invite stakeholders to the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency’s webinar on March 11, where researchers, regulatory authorities, and [...]
Sweden’s surplus of fossil-free electricity at competitive prices has long made the country an attractive destination for foreign investments, driving job creation and innovation. To maintain this appeal, continued expansion of electricity production is crucial, with wind power playing a key role. This is emphasized by Daniel Badman, CEO of the Swedish Wind Energy Association, [...]
Neuenhagen, 17 February 2025 – Electrons can now travel along a new north-south freeway. Today, a key infrastructure project for the energy transition officially came online with the commissioning ceremony of the Uckermark Line, consisting of two subprojects. The new 380-kV overhead lines between the substations of Pasewalk in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania and Bertikow, Vierraden and [...]
According to project statistics from Renewables Finland, there are over 100 gigawatts (GW) of wind power at various stages of planning in Finland. Not all planned projects will be realized, but a broad portfolio of wind power projects ensures that even as electrification and major industrial investments significantly increase electricity demand, wind power can meet [...]
On 22 May 2025, the unique 8th edition of the tour de wind REFRESHER - one of the most exciting cycling events in the wind energy industry - will take place! Cycling enthusiasts will come together to take part in this extraordinary competition that combines sport, passion and sustainability. This year the event is open [...]
The role of young professionals in the EU's clean energy transition Under the leadership of President Ursula von der Leyen, the European Commission is prioritising fostering dialogue and collaboration with citizens, especially young people, to strengthen awareness of EU energy policies and drive participation in the clean energy transition. To amplify young voices and encourage [...]
The role of young professionals in the EU's clean energy transition Under the leadership of President Ursula von der Leyen, the European Commission is prioritising fostering dialogue and collaboration with citizens, especially young people, to strengthen awareness of EU energy policies and drive participation in the clean energy transition. To amplify young voices and encourage [...]
BNP Paribas has signed an agreement with the European Investment Bank (EIB) that will stimulate up to €8 billion of funding for wind energy projects across the European Union. This initiative will unlock key investments to support new wind farm projects, supply chain efficiency and improved grid interconnections, therefore accelerating wind energy development and ultimately [...]
Europe is still not building enough wind farms. Slow and cumbersome permitting remains a key hurdle. National Governments were meant to transpose the good new EU permitting rules (from the Renewable Energy Directive) by July 2024. Most of them have still not done so. Or if they have, the implementation has not happened correctly. The [...]
ENTSO-E’s draft TYNDP shows the strategic electricity infrastructure investments that ensure that Europe’s energy system can meet the EU’s and Member States energy and climate targets for 2030, 2040, and 2050 while providing a positive impact on system costs. In line with the TEN-E Regulation, the new TYNDP outlines the further investments in the European [...]
The demand of the power grid in Europe is undergoing profound changes: An increasing number of decentralized feed-in points and the fluctuating supply from renewable energies are making the interactions between power grid components more complex, posing a challenge for preserving the system stability. That is why in the TenSyGrid project, Fraunhofer Institute for Wind [...]
In February, the next ten participants began training as part of the fourth edition of the ‘Wind - Mine of Opportunity’ programme, which supports the re-training of miners as wind turbine technicians and service technicians. Participants who complete the training will obtain an internationally recognised Global Wind Organisation certification. Six editions of the project have [...]
Joint Research Centre of the European Commission released new report „The Onshore Wind Potential of the EU and Neighbouring Countries”. The report reveals that the continent has far greater capacity for wind energy than previously estimated. The ENSPRESO 2 dataset, developed by the Joint Research Centre (JRC), indicates that the installable capacity and annual electricity [...]
Swedish wind power set new production records in 2024, marking the highest annual output ever recorded. However, despite this milestone, the expansion of wind energy has slowed due to challenging market conditions, according to the latest statistics from Svensk Vindenergi. After two consecutive quarters without new investment decisions, the trend has finally shifted. While wind [...]
By Diana Yordanova, Communications Director at Housing Europe, one of EUSEW partner organisations This opinion editorial is produced in co-operation with the European Sustainable Energy Week 2025. See ec.europa.eu/eusew for open calls. As housing affordability pressures people living in Europe's major cities, the EU Affordable Housing Initiative is shifting to another gear. In its second [...]
By Luke Haywood, Policy Manager for Climate and Energy and Hannah O’Sullivan, Associate Communications Officer for Climate and Energy: European Environmental Bureau, one of EUSEW partner organisations In less than a year, billions of euros from the Social Climate Fund (SCF) will land in EU governments’ pockets, but some countries are already calling for a [...]
The Baltic States have successfully synchronized their electricity systems with the Continental European Synchronous Area. This is a historic and practically significant event for the Baltic States and Europe, enhancing the region’s energy independence and resilience. All electricity connections with Russia and Belarus have been permanently disconnected. “The fact that all three Baltic States are [...]
As of February 9th 2025, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania are fully independent from Russia's and Belarus's electricity systems. They successfully integrated into the EU internal energy market by joining the European continental network via Poland. This allows the Baltic States to operate their own energy systems under common and transparent European rules. The synchronisation of the Baltics not [...]
By Simone Accornero, EUSEW Young Energy Ambassador, who states that in 2023, the amount of renewable energy purchased by businesses and corporations in Europe surged by over 52%, yet questions persist about the true impact this has had on emission reductions and the acceleration of the deployment of new renewable energy capacity. This article explores [...]
By Eliza Barnea, EUSEW Young Energy Ambassador focuses on the need for a Green and Social Deal in the EU to ensure a just and equitable green transition, balancing climate action with social protection for vulnerable groups. This opinion editorial is produced in co-operation with the European Sustainable Energy Week 2025. See ec.europa.eu/eusew for open [...]
By Marine Cornelis, Executive Director and Founder, Next Energy Consumer, EUSEW Digital Ambassador This opinion editorial is produced in co-operation with the European Sustainable Energy Week 2025. See ec.europa.eu/eusew for open calls. What if your electricity bill could help fight climate change and tackle inequality? Europe’s energy transition is not just about counting [...]
By Nathalie Hemeleers – Director of EU Affairs at the Solar Impulse Foundation, one of EUSEW partner organisations, highlighting the critical role of energy efficiency, emphasising its importance in driving decarbonisation, competitiveness, and resource optimisation, innovative solutions and supportive financing and policies. This opinion editorial is produced in co-operation with the European Sustainable Energy Week 2025. [...]
The Commission is pleased to announce that the overarching theme of this year’s European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) will be “Powering a fair and competitive green transition”. Scheduled for 10 to 12 June 2025 in Brussels and online, the 19th edition of Europe's largest annual gathering focusing on renewables and efficient energy use – and [...]
Dr. Eng. Alexandru Muresan/Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, Renergia, and EUSEW Young Energy Ambassador As the EU and its member states make significant investments in green technologies and infrastructure, it is imperative to address the human element of this transition. There is a pressing need for a specialised workforce, and many countries are already experiencing shortages [...]
A new report from Swedish Wind Energy Association (Svensk Vindenergi) highlights that the climate impact of wind power has decreased by nearly 70% over the past 20 years, thanks to advancements in wind turbine technology. The report compares two wind farms, Birkmose and Blakliden Fäbodberget, using a comprehensive lifecycle analysis (LCA) that considers all emissions—from [...]
The Commission, the EU Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER) and the Renewables Grid Initiative (RGI) have launched a survey on enhancing regulatory environments for stakeholder engagement in electricity infrastructure projects in the EU, under the EU’s Pact for Engagement. The survey is open for 4 weeks, i.e. until 23 February 2025. To support an effective energy transition, the Pact [...]
In 2024, wind power solidified its position as Finland's second-largest electricity production method, surpassing hydropower, which had traditionally held this rank. Wind energy contributed significantly to the nation's electricity supply, accounting for 24% of total electricity consumption and 25% of electricity production according to data released by Renewables Finland. This milestone underscores wind power’s growing [...]
The European Commission has launched 4 calls for public feedback on different secondary legislation relating to the Net-Zero Industry Act (NZIA) Regulation 2024/1735. In the form of 3 implementing regulations and 1 delegated regulation, these rules are aimed at supporting the NZIA’s objective of creating a regulatory framework that boosts the competitiveness of EU industry and advances [...]
In mid-January 2025, PNE AG made a strategic decision to sell its Swedish subsidiaries, PNE Sverige AB and VKS Vindkraft Sverige AB, to the Norwegian energy supply company Aneo. The transaction includes the companies located in Gothenburg and Motala, alongside a project pipeline comprising wind energy and photovoltaic projects. These projects represent a total output [...]
On 6-7 May 2025, the Future Energy Congress, organised by the ‘With Energy About Law’ ["Z energią o prawie"] Association, will be held for the fourth time in Toruń. This is an event that attracts key experts, leaders and innovators of the energy sector. The city of Copernicus will become an arena for inspiring debates [...]
Ørsted presents an operating profit (EBITDA) for 2024 based on preliminary and unaudited reporting. EBITDA excluding new partnership agreements and cancellation fees is expected to total DKK 24.8 billion in 2024, in line with the latest guidance. The operational earnings from Offshore and Onshore were the main contributors and delivered in line with the company's [...]
The European Commission has unveiled an independent study offering a detailed snapshot of the net-zero manufacturing landscape across the EU, focusing on renewable energy technologies, including wind. As the EU strives to maintain its leadership in wind energy production, the study sheds light on key advancements, existing challenges, and areas of opportunity within both onshore [...]
The Lithuanian government has taken swift action to enhance the protection of its energy infrastructure in preparation for the country's synchronization with the continental European electricity grid. This strategic move is critical not only for energy security but also for national defense. A key decision involves accelerating the physical security measures for the “LitPol Link” [...]
Responding to urgent needs of the region, the European Commission has appointed expert Catharina Sikow-Magny as European Coordinator for the Baltic Synchronisation projects of common interest – the project to fully integrate Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania into the continental EU electricity network. These 3 countries remain the last EU countries synchronised with networks of [...]
Wind energy was 20% of all the electricity consumed in Europe. But Europe is not building enough new wind farms. The EU built only 13 GW last year, well below the 30 GW a year it needs to meet its 2030 energy targets. There are 3 problems: (a) most Governments are not applying the new [...]
The first miners who have completed the previous editions of the training courses are already working on wind turbines. More can sign up for the fourth edition under the ‘Wind - A Mine of Opportunities’ programme organised by EDF Renewables Polska in cooperation with Spółka Restrukturyzacji Kopalń, Polish mine restructuring company, and delivered by Vulcan [...]
Up to 70 percent of Finland’s more than 8,200 MW wind power capacity has been built on a market-based model without government subsidies. Considering the relatively young age of the sector, the newest projects have long been constructed without any subsidy funding. Finland’s first market-based wind farms were built in 2019, and the pace of [...]
The Polish electricity transmission system operator, PSE, has approved the financial investment decision for the onshore construction of the "Harmony Link" interconnection. This decision complements the financial commitment made by Lithuania’s transmission system operator, Litgrid, in September, marking a joint commitment to fund and execute this critical project. “With PSE’s decision now in effect, we [...]
WindEurope assesses the first anniversary of the EU Wind Charter. The Charter committed 26 EU Governments, the EU Commission, and the European wind industry to implement the 15 measures set out in the European Wind Power Package to strengthen Europe’s wind industry. In her 2023 State of the European Union speech, Ursula von der Leyen [...]
A partnership between Novo Holdings and European Energy will repower 17 operational wind parks in Germany with new and more efficient wind turbines. The respective wind parks went operational between 2002 and 2008, and since then, significant advances have been made in wind turbine technology, resulting in more efficient, higher-capacity turbines that can generate substantially [...]
OX2 has acquired Bursjöliden wind farm from RWE. The project Bursjöliden is located in Örnsköldsvik municipality, in the North of Sweden. The project is planned to be integrated into OX2's portfolio for long-term ownership. The Bursjöliden wind farm is located in the North of Sweden in price area SE2. The project is planned to include [...]
Europe wants to build lots more renewables to strengthen its energy security and industrial competitiveness. The geopolitical situation poses new questions around the security of these assets. At its Annual Roundtable on Energy Security NATO confirmed its determination to protect critical energy infrastructure. The war in Ukraine has radically changed the threat landscape across Europe, [...]
Ignitis Renewables is set to become the first company in Lithuania to implement cutting-edge bird monitoring technology developed by ProTecBird. This innovative system will detect and identify birds approaching wind turbines in real time. Upon detection, the turbines will be temporarily halted, safeguarding birds from potential collisions. The technology aims to balance environmental conservation with [...]
The world will need 532,000 new wind technicians by 2028 to meet the increasing demand for onshore and offshore wind, according to the Global Wind Workforce Outlook, a new report from the Global Wind Energy Council and Global Wind Organisation. The report finds that 40% of those roles will need to be filled by new entrants, [...]
In next spring’s municipal elections, decisions will be made not only about Finnish renewable energy projects but also about the future of Finland’s economic growth. Municipalities play a direct role in many key aspects of renewable energy projects. Renewables Finland believes that municipalities’ decision-making authority and influence must remain strong in the preparation phase of [...]
The first Projects of Energy Community Interest (PECIs) have been adopted at the Energy Community Ministerial Council in Vienna. With the participation of Commissioner for Energy and Housing Dan Jørgensen – his first official meeting outside Brussels – the meeting also approved a recommendation aiming to enhance the deployment of renewable energy projects in Energy Community countries. Comprising [...]
EU researchers are helping policymakers reconcile competing demands in a region full of natural resources, beauty and tradition. By Bárbara Pinho Above the Arctic Circle in Finland’s municipality of Inari, the largest and most sparsely populated region of Finnish Lapland, leading sources of income are tourism and the cold-climate testing of cars, tyres and components. The [...]
Researchers are helping residents across the EU opt for clean energy. By Helen Massy-Beresford Europe has a common goal of clean energy and numerous paths towards it. One of the routes leads through playgrounds in Berlin. Outdoor children’s spaces in the German capital have been a focal point of efforts to inform women about the [...]
The Bundesnetzagentur published the results of the auction for onshore wind farms that closed for bids on 1 November 2024. "The bids submitted shattered the old record, which was set in the previous auction, with more than twice as much volume and nearly as many bids as in all the 2023 auctions combined. The very [...]
Cargo ships and cruise liners may soon be harnessing the power of wind and waves to reduce their carbon emissions thanks to EU-funded researchers. By Tom Cassauwers In August 2023, a five-year old cargo ship, Pyxis Ocean, made history when it set sail from Shanghai, China, heading towards the southern Brazilian port of Paranaguá. A [...]
In the face of global climate challenges and shifting geopolitical landscapes, Lithuania is positioning itself as a renewable energy leader in the Baltic region. With strategic investments in offshore and onshore wind energy, the country is demonstrating how the green transition can serve both immediate energy needs and long-term economic goals. This overview is based [...]
GWO and IRENA will initiate discussions of how global standards can best support skilled workforce development, in line with 2030 targets. Co-publication of the Jobs4RE Workforce Training Guidelines for the Wind Industry is set to follow in 2025. Global Wind Organisation (GWO) is combining forces with the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) to present “Jobs4RE- [...]
In the second quarter of 2024, the EU economy greenhouse gas emissions were estimated at 790 million tonnes of CO2-equivalents (CO2-eq), a 2.6% decrease compared with the same quarter of 2023 (812 million tonnes of CO2-eq). The EU’s gross domestic product (GDP) registered a 1.0% increase in the second quarter of 2024, compared with the same quarter of 2023. This information comes from data [...]
How are renewable energy projects implemented in other countries, and how do municipalities collaborate with local communities? What can we learn, and what practical ideas can we adopt when implementing the joint Latvian-Estonian offshore wind energy project ELWIND? In cooperation with the Danish Embassy in Latvia, a trip was organized for municipal representatives and opinion [...]
TAURON has commissioned the Mierzyn wind farm, thereby achieving 0.5 GW of onshore installed capacity. The power plant, with a total capacity of 58.5 MW, is located in the municipality of Karlino, in the West Pomeranian province. Production from the latest power plant will meet the energy needs of 68,000 households. - The expansion of [...]
OX2 has commissioned the Wysoka Wind Farm, owned by IngkaInvestments, the investment arm of the Ingka Group, the world's largest IKEA franchise company. The farm has installed the largest wind turbines in Poland, achieving unprecedented power in the local onshore market. Located in the Piła district, in the Greater Poland voivodeship, the wind farm consists [...]
Vattenfall, following the sale of its Berlin district heating business, has announced a new strategy for the German market, which involves significant investment in the development of renewable energy production infrastructure and the development of electromobility. Investments in excess of €5 billion are planned until 2028. The main objective is to create a zero-carbon energy [...]
The European Commission has published the 2024 Climate Action Progress Report, showing that net EU greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions fell by 8.3% in 2023 compared to the previous year. This is the largest annual drop in decades, with the exception of 2020 when COVID-19 led to emission cuts of 9.8%. Net GHG emissions are now 37% below 1990 levels, while GDP [...]
Below we present an editorial published by the Finnish Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment. The author - Katja Tuokko is a Senior Specialist in the Energy Department of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment. She has been involved in coordinating the update of the Sectoral Low-Carbon Roadmaps. By summer 2023, only three years [...]
The United Nations’ latest NDC Synthesis Report reveals a sobering reality: current national climate commitments fall drastically short of the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Despite recent efforts, nations’ existing Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), even if fully implemented, would yield only a 2.6% decrease in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, relative to [...]
OX2 has signed an asset management agreement for Piiparinmäki wind farm with Nuveen Infrastructure. Under the agreement, OX2 will be responsible for the technical, commercial and financial management of the Piiparinmäki wind farm, to ensure optimal asset performance on the behalf of Nuveen Infrastructure, the private infrastructure investment business of $1.2tn global asset manager Nuveen. [...]
EU electricity market returned to a much more stable and predictable situation in the second quarter of 2024 relative to the same period in 2023, according to the new Quarterly Reports for electricity as well as gas markets published by the European Commission on 24 October. The reports highlight the acceleration of a number of [...]
Electrification Alliance, supported by i.e. WindEurope published its poistion paper on Clean Industry Deal. Electrification must power the Clean Industrial Deal as it improves the EU’s resilience, and unlocks flexibility and cost savings. Key recommendations are following: Electrification is necessary and possible: Many industrial processes can already be electrified today, for large parts of the [...]
The Government of the Republic of Lithuania has approved the updated National Energy and Climate Plan 2021-2030 (NECP) submitted by the Ministries of Energy and Environment. In line with the requirements of the European Union Regulation on the Governance of the Energy Union and Climate Action, the updated document sets out targets and measures that [...]
Wind power is playing an increasingly important role in the global energy transition, becoming one of the key sectors supporting the development of renewable energy sources (RES). In 2023, the sector installed a record 115 GW of new capacity, a significant increase on the previous year and surpassing the previous record set in 2020. Employment [...]
The signal is unmistakable: The wind energy industry stands ready to tackle the challenges of the energy transition. For four days, the Who's Who of the international wind industry gathered in Hamburg to exchange insights at WindEnergy Hamburg, the global flagship fair, and showcase the latest technologies for onshore and offshore wind energy. An unprecedented [...]
With Lithuania planning to develop two offshore wind farms in the Baltic Sea with a combined capacity of 1.4 GW, the Ministry of Energy has approved the Concept Plan for the Development of Offshore and Onshore Engineering Infrastructure for a Project of Special National Interest. "Offshore wind energy projects are particularly important for Lithuania's efforts [...]
As winter approaches, Fingrid, Finland’s electricity transmission system operator, has released an assessment of the nation's electricity supply for the 2024–2025 winter season. According to Fingrid, Finland’s electricity supply should remain stable, provided there are no major disruptions in domestic production or electricity imports. However, the likelihood of short-term electricity shortages could increase if significant [...]
The wind energy sector achieved extraordinary milestones in 2023, playing a pivotal role in the global surge of renewable energy capacity. According to the latest report from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), wind power—both onshore and offshore—has cemented its position as one of the fastest-growing and most cost-effective sources of clean energy. This year [...]
In the recently released 2025 budget proposal, the Swedish government emphasizes the critical role wind energy will play in achieving electrification and climate transition goals. The Swedish Wind Energy Association (Svensk Vindenergi) has welcomed the government's recognition of the importance of wind power, particularly in helping Sweden reach its target of net-zero emissions by 2045. [...]
The Commission has opened a call for applications for energy infrastructure projects under the Trans-European Network for Energy (TEN-E) Regulation to obtain Project of Common Interest (PCI) or Project of Mutual Interest (PMI) status. The call for the electricity, hydrogen & electrolyser categories runs from 18 September to 18 November 2024, and for the smart electricity grids, [...]
Multilateral development banks (MDBs) announced that their global climate finance reached a record high of $125 billion in 2023. The combined total last year from institutions, including the European Investment Bank, is more than double the amount provided in 2019, when MDBs announced their ambition to increase climate volumes over time at the United Nations Secretary General’s [...]
Next week, the world's largest and most important business platform for the wind energy industry, WindEnergy Hamburg 2024, will kick off! This prestigious international event, taking place from September 24-27, brings together industry professionals, stakeholders, and innovators from across the globe to exchange knowledge, build networks, and finalize significant deals. WindEnergy Hamburg stands as a [...]
The new KUKE guarantees will make it easier for Polish companies to finance energy transition expenditures and investment projects aimed at achieving net-zero climate goals, and they will also help banks to reduce their risk and increase their lending capacity in regard to funding green transition New KUKE guarantees will help Polish companies finance expenses [...]
Germany’s latest onshore wind auction has awarded 2.7 GW of new capacity, marking a significant step toward the country’s 2030 renewable energy targets. The Federal Network Agency (Bundesnetzagentur) set the average strike price at EUR 73.30/MWh, in line with previous tenders. Record participation, positive trend reversal Of the 239 projects submitted, 230 secured subsidies, marking [...]