June 28 NEC Energy News
¶ “Record-Breaking Global Offshore Wind Capacity Rises 24% in 2023” • In 2023, despite the macroeconomic challenges faced by the sector in some key markets, the wind industry installed 10.8 GW of offshore wind capacity, taking the global total to 75.2 GW. New capacity increased 24% on the previous year, a growth rate that could continue to 2030. [CleanTechnica]
¶ “Australian Capital Territory Commits To 100% Renewables, Rejects Nuclear” • The Australian Capital Territory legislative assembly has passed a motion expressing a commitment to power Australia with 100% renewable energy as soon as possible, and ensure the ACT remains free of nuclear power and nuclear waste. [pv magazine Australia]
¶ “Enel Launches Northern Italy’s Largest Solar Power Plant” • The Trino solar power plant is in Piedmont. Its site, formerly that of a nuclear power plant shut down after the 1987 vote banning atomic energy, is now home to 160,000 PV panels. The plant will generate around 130 GWh per year, supplying green energy to around 47,000 homes. [energynews.pro]
¶ “Europe And North America Could Trade Solar Power Via World’s Biggest Subsea Interconnector” • Three European businessmen are proposing a subsea power interconnector to link Europe with North America. The world’s biggest subsea energy interconnector would harness the sun’s movement across the sky. [Balkan Green Energy News]
¶ “Renewables Surpass 30% Of US Electrical Generation For The First Time” • A review by the SUN DAY Campaign of data newly released by the US Energy Information Administration confirms that solar power has continued its decade-long streak as the fastest-growing source of electricity in the US, growing to 8.4% of the total. [Solar Power World]
¶ “Providence Is Poised To Build The Future Of Offshore Wind” • The future of offshore wind is unfolding here in New England, and Rhode Island is poised to play a key role. The northeastern region hit a milestone this year by sending 100% clean power to the grid from Vineyard Wind 1, the nation’s first large offshore wind farm. [The Providence Journal]
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