In an incredible feat of engineering, Three Gorges Energy successfully connected the world's first 16-megawatt offshore wind turbine to the power grid. The MingYang Smart Energy MySE 16-260 towers over the skyline with its 260-meter (853-ft) rotor diameter, ready to offer … [Read more...] about The world’s largest offshore wind turbine provides clean energy to thousands in China
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AI makes wind farms safer for birds— a win for green energy expansion
For years, concerns over the potential harm wind turbines might cause to birds have been an obstacle to the expansion of wind energy. However, studies using artificial intelligence (AI) have shown that such worries are unfounded. The study analyzed vast amounts of data collected … [Read more...] about AI makes wind farms safer for birds— a win for green energy expansion
Wind turbine components to be 3D printed on-site soon
When it comes to the design of wind turbines, the bigger they are, the better — at least in terms of cost savings and energy efficiency. However, one of the hurdles of building larger wind turbines is the challenging task of transporting these giant pieces of machinery to the … [Read more...] about Wind turbine components to be 3D printed on-site soon
Italy approves 6 new wind farms to reduce reliance on Russian gas
Italy is determined to wean itself off of its dependence on Russian gas by giving the green light to construct six more wind farms with a capacity of 418 megawatts. According to a government statement, these new farms will be erected in the central and southern regions of … [Read more...] about Italy approves 6 new wind farms to reduce reliance on Russian gas
Germany plans to be 100 percent renewable by 2035
Sustainable energy sources such as wind and solar are important for countries as well as the planet. They improve efficiency, can reduce weather-related blackouts, and they also help a country’s independence by allowing it to rely on itself for energy. Germany announced … [Read more...] about Germany plans to be 100 percent renewable by 2035