The World Wind Energy Association has recently launched the World Wind Energy Report 2012. Below you can find some keypoints: The worldwide wind capacity reached 282 GW, out of which 44’609 Megawatt were added in 2012, more than ever before. Wind power showed a growth rate of 19,2 %, which is the lowest rate in ...
According to an analysis of national action plans by the European Wind Energy Association (EWEA), Europe is will meet easy its target of drawing 20% of its energy from renewable sources by 2020, The group has collated European Commission figures which show that 20.7% of energy consumption – and 34% of electricity demand – will ...
After the big growth in 2011, the European Union’s photovoltaic market slowed right down in 2012. The newly-installed capacity in 2012 is 16.5 GWp compared to 22 GWp in 2011. This is a 25% slide. At global level the market generally held up, with just over 30 GWp installed, bolstered by the build-up of the ...
With the world putting an increasing focus on geothermal power, Enel Green Power is leading the way in developing the energy source with a series of cutting-edge projects in Italy, North and South America A recent study conducted by American research and consultancy firm Pike Research has shown that over the last few years the ...
The third edition of the International Conference on PV Module Recycling will be focused on the impact of new European legislation on PV module recycling. Speakers from across the world and PV recycling value chain will discuss technical developments and the benefits of recycling for the PV industry. Participate in the PV recycling expert conference ...
2013 Could Be a Make or Break Year for Algae Fuel IMS Research: PV inverter warranty and after sales service dictate purchasing decisions Valued PV inverter warranties and after sales service are key reasons for installers purchasing decisions, according to a survey undertaken by IMS Research, a part of market analytical firm IHS. MicroTech launches ...
Market observers expect the new incentive mechanism for renewable heating systems and energy-efficient measures in Italy, to come into force at the beginning of January 2013. The three Ministries of Industry, Environment and Agriculture have only reached their agreement in November 2012. And the OK from the State-Regions Conference came in the middle of December. ...