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🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

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.

Mar 3 • 17:35 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

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.

Mar 3 • 15:59 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

"A lie ripe for a few slaps." Motorists consulted with opponents of wind turbines and stopped the fight against disinformation

Czech authorities have initiated a communication strategy to support wind energy, focusing on countering disinformation amidst local opposition.

Mar 3 • 15:17 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Now it happened – The price of exchange electricity collapsed

The price of electricity in Finland has dramatically dropped to as low as 0.80 cents per kilowatt-hour due to strong wind power production and mild weather conditions.

Mar 3 • 11:24 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

It may soon be nearly impossible to build wind turbines in Pirkanmaa – a new law would push them further from settlements

A proposed law in Finland may restrict the construction of wind turbines to greater distances from residential areas, raising concerns among local residents about proximity and noise.

Mar 3 • 05:54 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Happy Podcast: Acceleration Zone Czech Republic. Will President Vašut Ban Wind Turbines?

The article discusses concerns about a potential ban on wind turbines by President Vašut in Czechia.

Mar 2 • 15:30 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Some arguments why Europe is a global superpower

The article discusses Europe’s status as a global superpower, highlighting the recent security conference in Munich that underscored the continent's technological and industrial strengths.

Mar 1 • 22:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

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.

Mar 1 • 09:41 UTC
🇫🇮 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 • 09:16 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Bauska and Preili Municipalities Promise Protests After Turning to the Constitutional Court Over Wind Farm Dispute

Bauska and Preili municipalities are opposing wind farm projects by appealing to the Constitutional Court and planning protests against halted territorial planning regulations.

Feb 27 • 14:20 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Government launches consultation into locally made wind infrastructure

The Australian government has initiated a consultation process to explore domestic manufacturing capabilities for wind turbine infrastructure.

Feb 26 • 21:02 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

CEZ is getting rid of wind turbines in Germany and France; it could gain billions

Czech energy company CEZ plans to divest its wind energy assets in Germany and France, potentially raising billions.

Feb 26 • 14:40 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

"They will not stand at cemeteries or houses," says former climate protection chief about wind turbines

A former climate protection chief addresses concerns about the placement of wind turbines near residential areas and cemeteries.

Feb 26 • 10:04 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Renewable Energy under Market Pressure: Challenges and Solutions for Producers at the PSEW Forum 2026

The article discusses the challenges faced by renewable energy sources in Poland, focusing on wind and solar energy as key components of the country's energy transition.

Feb 26 • 09:11 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Ministries do not respond to the call to participate in a meeting about wind farm development in Bauska municipality

Latvian ministries have been criticized for not attending a meeting regarding wind farm development in the Bauska municipality, despite calls from local authorities and residents.

Feb 26 • 08:09 UTC
🇫🇮 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 • 07:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

In the Gravitational Field of Slovak Disinformers: Why Are Wind Turbines Being Discussed in the Czech Republic?

The article discusses the rising concerns and debates over wind turbines in the Czech Republic, influenced by Slovak disinformation campaigns.

Feb 26 • 04:59 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Czopek, PSEW: Let's Utilize Polish Potential!

Piotr Czopek, vice president of the Polish Wind Energy Association, emphasizes the need for a long-term vision and predictable investment projects for Polish companies to effectively participate in large-scale infrastructure ventures.

Feb 25 • 18:18 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
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Are you suffering from shocking electricity bills? A major turning point is approaching

The article discusses a potential relief for consumers facing high electricity prices due to an increase in wind energy production as weather conditions improve in Finland.

Feb 25 • 10:02 UTC
🇪🇪 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 • 08:29 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

LIVE: Discussion and survey presentation on the development of 'green' energy in Latvia

The event focuses on the challenges and future of wind energy development in Latvia, highlighting a study on public attitudes and a panel discussion.

Feb 25 • 06:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

NIMBY, government, and disinformation in one bag. A hard fight with wind turbines

The article discusses the challenges and conflicts related to wind energy developments in Czechia, particularly focusing on local opposition and misinformation.

Feb 24 • 10:45 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Czopek, PSEW: Let's Utilize Polish Potential!

The article emphasizes the importance of offshore wind energy as a major industrial project in Poland, highlighting the potential 900 billion PLN investment and the need for collaboration among stakeholders.

Feb 24 • 10:07 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Megabatteries Hit by 'Stupid Fines'

Denmark is falling behind on large battery storage systems because of tariffs and fees that hinder the storage of solar and wind energy.

Feb 24 • 10:04 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Megabatteries are a Swiss Army knife in the climate crisis. But in Denmark, they get a 'fool's fine'

Denmark is lagging in the adoption of megabatteries, which are essential for storing solar and wind energy, due to tariffs and fees that hinder their implementation.

Feb 24 • 10:04 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The long cold spell has ended – wind turbines return to production

Wind turbines in Lappeenranta, Finland, are back in operation as a low-pressure system brings breezy conditions, ending a prolonged period of low wind.

Feb 23 • 16:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

HS: Harsh news for electricity market users – Super cheap prices soon a rarity

Electricity market users may soon face a stark reality as extremely low prices become increasingly rare, according to Helsingin Sanomat.

Feb 23 • 09:17 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The Campaigns Against Wind Turbines Are Becoming a Battlefield for Pro-Russian Disinformation

The article discusses how campaigns against wind turbines are being exploited by pro-Russian disinformation actors in the Czech Republic.

Feb 23 • 04:30 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
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

European countries reacted to Donald Trump's description of wind energy

European countries reacted critically to Donald Trump's derogatory remarks about wind energy, which he branded as the work of 'losers.'

Feb 19 • 18:28 UTC
🇪🇪 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 • 16:45 UTC
🇱🇻 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 • 16:26 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The state puts new wind energy development areas up for auction

The Estonian government has approved a second auction for wind energy development areas on state-owned land, including 26 square kilometers across eight municipalities.

Feb 19 • 15:40 UTC
🇪🇪 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 • 15:04 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
🇪🇪 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 • 10:35 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

A spike in electricity prices at 9:15 – Here’s why

Electricity prices in Finland surged to 59.90 cents per kilowatt-hour at 9:15 AM, attributed to cold weather and decreased wind energy.

Feb 19 • 06:12 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Justice Department fights back after federal judge blocks Trump’s wind energy freeze

The Justice Department is appealing a federal judge's ruling that halted Trump's memorandum to pause offshore wind energy projects, amidst concerns from blue states and environmental groups.

Feb 18 • 19:43 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Turning point in electricity's exorbitant prices

Finland is experiencing record-high electricity prices due to a combination of cold weather and low wind energy production, leading to significant energy consumption.

Feb 17 • 15:31 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Atlantic Canada’s offshore wind potential is massive, but less than projected: report

A new report reveals that while Atlantic Canada has great potential for offshore wind energy, the actual energy output may not meet previous political projections due to various limiting factors.

Feb 17 • 13:52 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

"Brutal Idea." Giant Wind Turbines Right by the Border Worry the Ministry and Scientists

A proposed plan for large wind turbines near the Czech border raises concerns among the Ministry and scientists.

Feb 17 • 05:40 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

'Enemies of Trump', US offshore wind companies struggle to survive

US offshore wind companies are racing to operationalize their projects amid efforts by Donald Trump to halt their progress.

Feb 16 • 16:45 UTC
🇪🇪 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 • 16:05 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
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Structure, regulation, and long-term planning still hinder renewable energies in Brazil

Brazil faces challenges in leveraging its renewable energy potential due to regulatory hurdles and short-term political cycles.

Feb 14 • 13:00 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

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

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