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🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Electricity is about to become very cheap

Electricity prices are set to drop significantly in Finland due to an anticipated increase in wind power production.

Feb 25 • 12:29 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Flip Side of Wind Power: Decades of Growth in Energy Wood Usage Might Collapse

The increasing use of affordable wind energy in district heating plants in Finland is rapidly decreasing the demand for energy wood, with projections suggesting a potential 50% drop by the end of the 2030s.

Feb 25 • 12:17 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Electricity price drops on Wednesday – see prices quarter to quarter

On Wednesday, the price of spot electricity in Finland is set to decrease significantly due to an anticipated rise in wind power production in the afternoon.

Feb 24 • 16:00 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Wind Power Plant at Laxardalsheidi Considered to Have Significant Negative Environmental Impacts

A proposed wind power plant in Iceland is believed to potentially cause significant negative effects on the environment.

Feb 24 • 14:10 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Energy transition without natural gas: vision of the future or leap into the void?

Ecuador grapples with the feasibility of a real energy transition without natural gas, questioning if renewable energy sources alone can meet the country's needs.

Feb 23 • 13:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Fierce snow and wind storm in the United States: over 5,000 flights canceled and 200,000 homes without power

A severe winter storm in the United States has led to the cancellation of over 5,000 flights and left 200,000 homes without power, affecting millions along the East Coast.

Feb 23 • 11:19 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Chinese clean energy magnate warns that the AI boom will overload the global power grid

Chinese wind turbine magnate Zhang Lei warns that the increasing demand for electricity driven by artificial intelligence could push millions into energy poverty unless more investment is made in renewable sources.

Feb 21 • 07:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

High interest in grants for home wind turbines. Budget depleted

The funding for the program "My Wind Power Plant" in Poland has been fully allocated due to overwhelming interest, leading to the closure of applications ahead of schedule.

Feb 20 • 19:22 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

An Innovative, But Very Unusual Power Plant Created

A new helium-filled airborne wind energy system, S2000, designed by Linyi Yunchuan Energy Technology, harnesses high-altitude winds to generate electricity.

Feb 20 • 17:35 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The court annulled Parkano's decision on the wind power plan because the company's representative was present - the city manager denies

A court in Hämeenlinna annulled the wind power plan adopted by Parkano due to procedural errors, particularly the improper presence of a wind company representative at a city council meeting.

Feb 20 • 14:10 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

In February, electricity bills may be even more expensive than in January - tell us how you are preparing for price spikes

Electricity bills in Finland are expected to rise further in February due to cold weather and low wind power production.

Feb 19 • 14:39 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

VEA: Increasing electricity consumption and price fluctuations demand rapid wind power development

The Latvian Wind Energy Association (VEA) highlights the growing electricity consumption and high prices as key challenges demanding the rapid development of wind energy capacity in Latvia.

Feb 19 • 12:20 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

No One Wants to Build Wind Power Anymore

Investments in new wind power in Sweden have completely stalled, marking the worst year on record due to electricity surplus, low prices, and political uncertainty.

Feb 19 • 05:54 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Strong winds 'swept' through Thessaloniki: Fallen trees, power outages, dozens of calls to the Fire Department

Strong winds in Thessaloniki caused numerous incidents, including fallen trees, power outages, and disruptions in transportation.

Feb 18 • 06:14 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Hellenic Cables: New project for the offshore wind project BC-Wind in Poland

Hellenic Cables has secured a contract from DEME to supply inter-array cables for the BC-Wind offshore wind project in Poland.

Feb 17 • 18:18 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Now the promised wind power money will be paid out

The Swedish government has committed to disbursing funds to municipalities hosting wind power installations, which has faced delays and criticism.

Feb 17 • 11:10 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Is the waste of energy the fault of renewables?

The article discusses Brazil's rapid adoption of solar and wind energy, highlighting the challenges associated with integrating these sources into a historically hydroelectric-dominated power system.

Feb 16 • 01:00 UTC
🇫🇷 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 • 19:09 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Fears that power goals will not be reached until 149 years from now

NHO president Svein Tore Holsether criticizes NVE for its slow progress on energy development, raising concerns that Norway's energy goals won't be met until 2175.

Feb 15 • 15:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Spot Electricity Prices Decrease Temporarily – Check Prices by the Quarter Hour

Spot electricity prices in Finland are set to decrease temporarily, with forecasts suggesting even lower prices for the following day due to expected wind energy production increases.

Feb 13 • 13:17 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Expansion of Wind Power: Millions Contract Without Tender

The district of Fürstenfeldbruck is committed to expanding wind power despite the Bavarian government's shift away from climate neutrality by 2040, recently awarding a multi-million contract for the construction of multiple wind turbines without a competitive bidding process.

Feb 13 • 09:58 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Wind Power in the Taunus: An Endless Story

The debate over the controversial wind farm project in the Taunus region intensifies as local politicians push for its advancement amid local election campaigns.

Feb 13 • 08:49 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

New Goals: France Fully Embraces Nuclear Energy

France is refocusing its energy policy by prioritizing nuclear power while scaling back wind and solar expansion, with plans for at least six new nuclear reactors by 2035.

Feb 12 • 19:49 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

France renews its energy strategy: More nuclear power, less land wind power

The French government has introduced a new energy plan aimed at reducing fossil fuel consumption by increasing nuclear power generation.

Feb 12 • 15:15 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Renewable Energies: The Wind Has Changed for the CSU

Bavaria's government is reversing its previously cautious stance on wind power by advocating for significant expansion through the Bundesrat.

Feb 12 • 12:37 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The Weather is Becoming Cold Again - Here’s What Electricity Prices Look Like

Electricity prices in Finland have surged recently due to cold weather and low wind power generation, reaching over 80 cents per kilowatt-hour.

Feb 12 • 08:59 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

KB Financial Successfully Finances 'Sinan Uido Offshore Wind Power Project' as the First Investment of the National Growth Fund

KB Financial has successfully completed a 2.89 trillion won loan financing for the Sinan Uido offshore wind power project, marking the first investment from the National Growth Fund.

Feb 12 • 02:56 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Wind Power Divides a Tourism Location – Kolari Decides on a Historical Plan

The Kolari municipal council is set to make a historic decision regarding a wind power zoning plan that could establish the municipality's first wind turbines, amidst a divided public opinion.

Feb 11 • 18:51 UTC
🇫🇮 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 • 12:56 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Helen: This Is Why Electricity Was Extremely Expensive

Helen, a Finnish electric company, explains the recent spike in electricity prices due to increased consumption from colder temperatures and low wind power production.

Feb 11 • 10:28 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Wind and solar power generation reached a maximum of 4900 GW last year... China and developing countries outpace G7

Wind and solar energy generation reached an unprecedented capacity of 4900 GW last year, with China and developing countries surpassing the G7.

Feb 11 • 09:54 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Energy Transition: Bavaria's Wind Power Goal is in Danger

Bavaria's goal of installing 1,000 new wind turbines by 2030 is at risk due to a lack of federal subsidies, according to Minister Hubert Aiwanger.

Feb 10 • 15:34 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

The government decides on a huge wind farm in Gällivare

The Swedish government is set to decide on a major wind power project in Gällivare that includes plans for 316 wind turbines submitted by Vattenfall.

Feb 10 • 14:31 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Ebba Busch on electricity prices: Cleaning up the red-green mess

Ebba Busch defends the government's management of skyrocketing electricity prices, claiming that prices have halved since her tenure began, while emphasizing the need for nuclear energy to address Sweden's reliance on wind power.

Feb 10 • 11:22 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

World's Largest Chuja Island Offshore Wind Power Project Faces Crisis as Korea Midland Power Withdraws Bid

Korea Midland Power's withdrawal from the single bid for Jeju's Chuja Island offshore wind power project risks jeopardizing the locality's public-led renewable energy initiative.

Feb 10 • 06:19 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Electricity prices rise to record levels in Sweden, partly due to Finland - here are the prices

Electricity prices in Finland are set to rise significantly due to high consumption and low wind power production, with Sweden also experiencing a price increase.

Feb 9 • 20:08 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

The chase for the wind farm owner - 200 miles from the wind turbines

The article investigates the mysterious ownership and maintenance issues of the Markbygden wind farm in Sweden, leading journalists to Amsterdam in search of answers.

Feb 9 • 15:48 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Fiasco for Chinese wind farm – billions blown away in bad contracts

A major Chinese wind farm project has failed due to unfavorable electricity contracts, leaving behind substantial debts and raising concerns over investment strategies in Europe.

Feb 9 • 05:29 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Electricity prices are rising sharply again on Monday – see the prices quarter by quarter

Electricity prices in Finland are set to significantly increase on Monday, as data from the Nord Pool power exchange shows peak prices reaching 250 euros per megawatt-hour during late afternoon and early evening.

Feb 8 • 17:19 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

One picture shows whether stock electricity was worth it

The fluctuating prices of stock electricity have caused financial distress for many consumers, though it remains affordable in the long term.

Feb 8 • 05:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Wind power replaces wood in Mikkeli – four cents is the price limit after which the energy company switches production methods

Etelä-Savon Energia has implemented an electric boiler to leverage cheap electricity, significantly enhancing the heating production for Mikkeli during low electricity price periods.

Feb 6 • 14:53 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Research reveals: Wind power complaints stem from distrust, not opposition to the energy form

A study by the University of Eastern Finland finds that complaints about wind power primarily relate to the implementation of projects rather than ideological opposition to wind energy.

Feb 5 • 10:07 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Vestas' order book is booming like never before

Vestas has reported its highest revenue ever of 18.8 billion euros in 2025, marking a significant recovery from the difficulties experienced in 2022.

Feb 5 • 06:58 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Letters to the Editor. Abolish the effect fee and raise fossil taxes

The author argues for the abolition of the unreasonable effect fee, an increase in fossil taxes, and a quick expansion of offshore wind power.

Feb 4 • 14:50 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Melkøya: The majority may crumble - SV is looking for solutions

The SV party is exploring alternative solutions to ensure power supply to Melkøya without onshore wind power or unclean gas power plants, amidst a parliamentary majority's push to prohibit land electricity use.

Feb 4 • 09:48 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

Tibet’s exploitable green power could meet China’s energy needs: official survey

A survey indicates that Tibet has the potential to provide China with significant renewable energy, particularly through hydropower and wind power resources.

Feb 4 • 07:02 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

Why is China building so many coal-fired power plants?

Despite a significant increase in solar and wind energy production, China has opened more coal-fired power plants in 2025 than in previous years, with over 50 new facilities launched.

Feb 3 • 18:28 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

EU launches subsidy probe into Chinese wind turbine maker Goldwind

The European Commission has initiated a detailed investigation into China's Goldwind to determine if state subsidies have unlawfully enhanced its competitiveness in Europe.

Feb 3 • 10:50 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Favorable Loans for Solar and Wind Power Plants for Electricity Producers

The government is set to offer favorable loans for solar and wind power projects from Thursday until March 1, as part of efforts to enhance energy security and facilitate investment in renewable energy.

Feb 3 • 09:43 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

AfD Event: The Wind Blows from the Right

The AfD is rallying against wind power at a party symposium, where facts seem to change faster than the wind turbine blades, much to the audience's enthusiasm.

Feb 3 • 07:00 UTC

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