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Belgium will be deprived of two thirds of its nuclear energy production
Belgian nuclear reactor Doel 4 in East Flanders will remain closed at least until the end of this year after a damage of its turbine, declared Electrabel, the owner of the plant.
read more... 15/08/2014
Ireland: Wind farms could help slash energy bills
Ireland is an excellent location for developing both onshore and offshore wind farms, due to its favorable climate, and the wind speed means that there are many wind farm sites which offer a high capacity factor for generation. The country has one of the greatest wind energy resources in Europe and it is important to exploit them efficiently, so as to create jobs and bring benefits to communities.
read more... 14/08/2014
European Commission approves the Czech renewable energy scheme
The European Commission has approved state subventions for the Czech Republic’s new renewable energy subsidy scheme, saying they are in line with the EU state aid legislation.
read more... 14/08/2014
UK wind power hits a new record in August
This past Sunday night, at about 10 pm local time, the UK’s wind energy industry set a fresh hourly output record, delivering an average of 5 GW of power over the hour and covering 17 per cent of national demand, according to trade association RenewableUK.
read more... 13/08/2014
Trina Solar to buy a 49.9 MW solar power plant in England
China-based Trina Solar, a global leader in photovoltaic modules, solutions and services, unveiled the acquisition of a 49.9 MW utility-scale ground-mounted power project in Norfolk, eastern England from UK renewable energy supplier Good Energy Group.
read more... 13/08/2014