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ELWIND signs the contract for the offshore wind farm Pre-FEED, Conceptual Design Engineering and Technical design
ELWIND has signed a contract with Haskoning Nederland B.V. for conducting the study, as well as for developing the initial technical design (Pre‑FEED), the conceptual design, and the technical design for the ELWIND offshore wind farms in Estonia and Latvia. The aim of [...]
Meeting with minister on Nordic-Baltic energy cooperation
On 4 February, representatives of the Nordic Council of Ministers’ Office in Latvia met with Kaspars Melnis, Minister for Climate and Energy. The meeting brought together Nina Hvid Enevoldsen, Director of the Office, and Gints Janums, Energy and Sustainability Advisor, alongside [...]
US Congress approves USD 200 million for Baltic military assistance
On 3 February 2026, the US Congress took an important decision for European and Baltic security by approving USD 200 million funding for the continuation of the Baltic Security Initiative in 2026, aimed at reinforcing the defence capabilities of the Baltic states and deepening defence [...]
Commission increases submarine cable security with €347 million investment and new toolbox
Submarine data cables, carrying 99% of intercontinental internet traffic, are essential for modern life and the European economy. As the EU faces increasing risks to this critical infrastructure, the European Commission is intensifying efforts to enhance its security and resilience. It [...]
Vattenfall Energy Barometer: Europeans optimistic about the energy transition
Across Europe, consumers are optimistic towards the energy transition yet almost everyone wishes for stronger governmental support. Many value a climate-friendly lifestyle but there is a gap between countries. Also, every second consumer would be willing to pay more for fossil-free [...]
Commission increases submarine cable security with €347 million investment and new toolbox
Submarine data cables, carrying 99% of intercontinental internet traffic, are essential for modern life and the European economy. As the EU faces increasing risks to this critical infrastructure, the European Commission is intensifying efforts to enhance its security and resilience. Yesterday, [...]
Commission opens in-depth foreign subsidies investigation into Goldwind’s activities in the EU wind sector
The European Commission has opened an in-depth investigation to assess, under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation ('FSR'), the activities of Goldwind Science & Technology Co., Ltd. ('Goldwind') in the production and sale of wind turbines and the provision of related services within [...]
ENTSO-E closes 2025 with a successful programme of achievements and looks forward to the new Annual Work Programme for 2026
In 2025, ENTSO-E delivered a comprehensive set of legally mandated activities that reinforces its role in supporting the secure and efficient operation of Europe’s power system. In total, 96.3% of projected deliveries under the AWP 2025 were successfully completed. Key achievements of 2025 [...]
Estonian Government approved a development plan to make the energy sector more reliable, affordable and cleaner
Estonian Government approved the National Development Plan of the Energy Sector until 2035 (ENMAK 2035), drafted by the Ministry of Climate. The plan sets the goals of ensuring energy security, increasing national competitiveness, and facilitating the transition to a clean energy [...]
Cross-Border Innovation: Building a Stronger Nordic–Baltic Defence Ecosystem
At Estonian Defence Week, one of the most thought-provoking sessions was the panel on Cross-Border Innovation Cooperation, featuring insights from Jaan Kokk (Superangel), Kati Pärn (Startup Estonia), and Mika Rantakokko (VTT Finland). The discussion highlighted the urgent need for regional collaboration [...]
Why the Baltic Sea moved to the centre of Europe’s energy map
As Europe’s energy landscape evolves new strategic hotspots for resilience and growth are emerging, notably the Baltic Sea. The countries of the Baltic Sea region and Central and Eastern Europe have built their energy policies around security of supply for many [...]
Nine bat species have been identified along the Kurzeme coast as a part of EIA
To assess the potential impact of the offshore wind park on bats, in March of 2025 the joint Estonian – Latvian project ELWIND signed an agreement with the Polish company “3Bird”, which has extensive experience and studied the impact of offshore [...]
WindEurope Announces Annual Event 2026 Ambassadors
Europe’s wind industry is preparing for one of its flagship gatherings as more than 16,000 participants and 500 exhibitors head to IFEMA Madrid for WindEurope’s Annual Event 2026, taking place from 21 to 23 April 2026. This year’s edition brings together [...]
WindEurope 2026 Opens Call for University Proposals, Spotlight on Combating Mis- and Disinformation in the Energy Transition
WindEurope has officially launched the Call for University Proposals for its 2026 Annual Event, taking place on 21–23 April 2026 in Madrid. The organisation invites universities across the EEA, Switzerland and the UK to submit applications for student participation in one [...]
Baltic synchronisation achieved global recognition by winning PMI’s Project of the Year award
The Baltic countries’ synchronisation with continental Europe won the prestigious Project of the Year award at the Project Management Institute (PMI) awards ceremony held in Phoenix, Arizona. One of the largest and most widely renowned associations of project management professionals recognized [...]
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