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๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

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.

Feb 28 โ€ข 09:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

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.

Feb 27 โ€ข 15:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

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.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

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.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

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.

Feb 25 โ€ข 16:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

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.

Feb 25 โ€ข 08:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

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.

Feb 25 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

JAAN VIITA โŸฉ 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.

Feb 22 โ€ข 11:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

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.

Feb 19 โ€ข 16:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

'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.

Feb 19 โ€ข 16:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

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.

Feb 19 โ€ข 16:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

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.

Feb 19 โ€ข 15:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

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.

Feb 19 โ€ข 10:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

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.

Feb 16 โ€ข 16:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

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.

Feb 15 โ€ข 19:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

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.

Feb 13 โ€ข 02:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

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.

Feb 11 โ€ข 12:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

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.

Feb 10 โ€ข 17:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

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.

Feb 10 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
Life & Tech

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.

Feb 3 โ€ข 15:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
Life & Tech

ร˜rsted will sell all its land windmills in Europe

The Danish energy company ร˜rsted 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.

Feb 3 โ€ข 07:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

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.

Jan 14 โ€ข 13:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ NPR
National & Local

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.

Jan 13 โ€ข 00:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ New York Times
National & Local

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.

Jan 10 โ€ข 13:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Staล„czuk: 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.

Jan 6 โ€ข 08:16 UTC

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