Sweden will give money to wind power neighbors
The Swedish government is proposing compensation for residents living near new wind farms to increase local acceptance of renewable energy projects.
With its wind farms, Danish island of Samsø shows path forward during energy crisis
The Danish island of Samsø is pioneering the transition to renewable energy with its extensive wind farms, providing a model for energy resilience amid a global crisis.
Enefit triples its energy storage portfolio
Enefit is expanding its energy storage portfolio by adding three new battery storage facilities alongside wind farms in Lithuania, increasing its capacity significantly.
He must cut through
Electricity Minister Aasland faces significant opposition from municipalities regarding the development of onshore wind farms in Norway, which has stalled despite the nation's need for increased energy production.
Helmholtz Study: When Wind Farms Slow Down the Currents of the North Sea
A Helmholtz study warns that the extensive expansion of offshore wind farms in the North Sea could significantly alter ocean currents.
New wind farm auction raises concerns among major market players
The Estonian government's decision to conduct a new auction for land wind farms is causing concerns among major market players about inadequate pricing for investment and operational costs.
Guarantee measure would help bring billions in energy investments to Estonia
The Estonian government is developing a guarantee measure that aims to attract billions of euros in energy investments into the country for projects such as energy storage, offshore wind farms, and nuclear power plants.
The government decided to organize a tender for land-based wind farms
The Estonian government has decided to initiate a tender process for land-based wind farms following previous delays in approval.
The government decided to organize the auction of land wind farms
The Estonian government has authorized a tender for land-based wind farms with a capacity of up to two terawatt-hours to enhance renewable energy production and reduce dependence on imported electricity.
Reinaas and Sutt: the government has agreed on wind farms and storage
Government officials have announced a new strategy for energy pricing that includes plans for wind energy tender and water storage solutions.
MARET BERGSTRÖM ⟩ Is the government buying its way out of responsibility with a million-euro reward?
The Estonian government plans to reward local municipalities with a million-euro incentive for establishing special planning for wind farms, which raises questions about whose benefits are truly at stake.
EBI President: Europe Must End Dependence on Oil Producers
The President of the European Investment Bank emphasizes the urgent need for Europe to reduce its reliance on oil producers, especially in light of the ongoing Middle Eastern crisis.
WA government moves to make wind, solar farms pay their host communities
The WA government has introduced guidelines requiring renewable energy developers to compensate host communities, aiming to implement a system of community benefit funds.
Argo Rosin: Wind Farms and 'Scientific Consensus'
Argo Rosin argues for the need to stop citing 'scientific consensus' in situations where knowledge is insufficient and calls for improved research quality in Estonia's decision-making processes regarding energy and medicine.
Local municipalities may start receiving payments for wind farms being built
Local municipalities in Estonia may soon receive financial compensation for allowing wind farms to be constructed on their territories.
The ministry wants to start paying municipalities for wind turbine bonuses
The Estonian Climate Ministry plans to introduce financial incentives for municipalities allowing the construction of wind farms, a move criticized by opponents as legalized bribery.
Lauri Vahtre: Heaven Sold for One's Own Money
Lauri Vahtre discusses the Estonian government’s plan to reward municipalities that allow wind farms with state funding, suggesting it is a clever scheme that could even impress seasoned fraudsters.
Referendums: Green light for kaolin mining in Jesenicko, but not for wind farms near Hynčina.
Referendums in Czechia have allowed kaolin mining in Jesenicko while rejecting wind farms near Hynčina.
The cumulative effects of wind farms are still difficult to control as farms are planned side by side
The planning of wind power parks in Finland is becoming increasingly challenging due to the construction of adjacent farms and the rising height of turbines, leading to difficulties in assessing their cumulative environmental impacts.
Europe builds offshore wind farms to reduce electricity prices
The article discusses the construction of offshore wind farms in Europe, aiming to lower electricity prices and enhance energy security through international connections.
Mavros: PPC has doubled its installed capacity in Romania
PPC Group's Deputy CEO Konstantinos Mavros announced that the company's renewable energy capacity in Romania has doubled to 1.5 GW, with plans to reach 2 GW by year's end.
Art Installation Can Be Admired in One of Finland's Largest Wind Farms in Kalajoki
A new art installation has been unveiled in the Kalajoki Mutkalampi wind farm, showcasing local artistic talent and emphasizing the wind farm's energy production.
Sutt promised to submit a million-euro wind farm support to the government
Estonian Energy and Environment Minister Andres Sutt announced plans to present a proposal to the government in March for granting at least one million euros in support for local governments engaged in wind farm planning.
Kallas: new wind farms may not lower electricity prices
Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas questions whether the establishment of new wind farms will effectively reduce electricity prices without the integration of substantial storage solutions.
The largest energy storages in the Nordic countries are being built in Halsua and Soini
OX2 is constructing significant energy storage facilities in connection with wind farms in Halsua and Soini, which will be the largest in the Nordic region.
JAAN VIITA ⟩ If an ordinary citizen did this, it would be corruption, but the state can pay 'rewards'
The Estonian government plans to offer local municipalities up to one million euros as an incentive for establishing wind farm planning, raising concerns about potential corruption.
The government organizes an auction for the development of wind energy on state lands
The Estonian government plans to hold an auction for state lands suitable for wind energy development, with approximately 26 square kilometers of land available for new wind farms.
'There's a new definition of NIMBY: Next, it might be you'
The article discusses the growing opposition to onshore wind farms in Wales, as local groups protest against government plans for renewable energy projects they believe will harm the countryside.
The government and municipalities seek a compromise in the wind farm dispute
The Latvian government and local municipalities are negotiating over territorial planning disputes related to the development of wind farms, which has broader implications for regional development.
Sutt: Estonia 200 still does not believe that more wind farms can fit in Estonia
Estonian Minister of Energy and Environment Andres Sutt stated that the coalition partner Estonia 200 does not believe there is room for additional wind farms in Estonia, as the government moves towards auctions for state land for wind farm development instead of just inviting bidders.
Michal: municipalities where wind farms will be built will receive a million-euro prize
Prime Minister Kristen Michal announced a new incentive program to award municipalities that allow the construction of wind farms.
The Ministry of Climate has announced the bill for the support of wind farms to be presented to the public
The Estonian Ministry of Climate has revealed the costs associated with a new renewable energy procurement process focused on supporting wind farms.
Energy: Roland Lescure announces 200 billion euros in investments in networks
French Minister of Economy Roland Lescure has announced a 200 billion euro investment plan for electrical distribution networks and new wind farms as part of the energy multiannual programming.
Support scheme for large energy projects will not be ready in the coming months
The Estonian government's support scheme for large energy projects will not be ready soon due to a delay caused by political disagreements, particularly from the Eesti 200 party, which is advocating for a comprehensive plan before moving forward with wind farm tenders.
The Defense Forces Do Not Want Wind Power Here
The Finnish Defense Forces oppose offshore wind farms in the Gulf of Finland, citing reasons related to electricity pricing and infrastructure.
No wind farms will be completed in Estonia this year
Energy producers in Estonia have announced that no wind farms will be completed in 2023 due to ongoing construction and planning delays.
What is happening with wind energy in Latvia? The government must decide - to have or not to have four wind farms, KEM asks VDD, entrepreneurs confused
There is ongoing uncertainty in Latvia regarding the approval of four proposed wind farms as the government is yet to make a crucial decision.
Wind turbines disrupt mobile phone network operation, and the problem worsens as production increases, says VTT
The VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland warns that disturbances caused by wind turbines to internet connections and calls may increase as production grows, particularly around wind farms in certain regions of Finland.
Ørsted will sell all its land windmills in Europe
The Danish energy company Ørsted is focusing on building and operating offshore wind farms and has announced a deal to sell its entire European onshore wind business to Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners for 10.7 billion kroner, pending regulatory approval expected in the second quarter of the year.
Offshore windfarm contracts to fuel 12m homes in Great Britain after record auction
The UK government has awarded subsidy contracts to offshore wind farms capable of powering 12 million homes, marking a significant step toward a clean electricity system by 2030.
Offshore wind developer prevails in U.S. court as Trump calls wind farms 'losers'
A federal judge allowed construction on the Revolution Wind project to resume after ruling that the government had not justified halting the work, despite President Trump's opposition to wind farms.
Billions at Stake in the Ocean as Trump Throttles Offshore Wind Farms
The article discusses the financial implications of Trump's actions on offshore wind farms, highlighting significant stakes involved in the industry.
Stańczuk: Presidents of Poland are fighting windmills, imitating Trump
The article discusses how Polish presidents are mirroring Donald Trump's opposition to wind farms, which he finds unattractive and inefficient.