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Content Iss. 2023-08-03 |
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Welcome to the latest issue of the Windfair Newsletter. The main topic this week is the increasing problems with the expansion of offshore wind energy, which you can read about in our current editorial. Meanwhile, the UK reports a new record for renewable energy last year, while the history of modern wind power use needs to be rewritten, according to the discovery of new documents. Enjoy your readings. | |
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EDITORIAL
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In recent months, the price spiral for offshore wind projects has accelerated sharply. As a result, more and more energy companies are pulling the emergency brake, causing the energy transition to stumble worldwide. |
PRODUCT SHOWCASE
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HIGHLIGHTS
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The United States has one of the world’s most robust offshore wind resources and can develop enough offshore wind to provide up to 25% of the nation’s electricity supply. 
As the world reaches 1 million MW, a new discovery shows that the world’s first wind generator was installed in 1883. 
Renewables provided 41.5% of the UK’s electricity last year (135.0 terawatt hours) which is a new record. 
A University of Central Florida engineering professor is leading a $3.3 million project to research floating offshore wind turbines. |
WINDFAIR EDITORS
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Consulting and engineering company Wood will deploy expertise in decarbonisation, digitalisation and asset life extension to enhance Shell assets worldwide. 
Ørsted Taiwan has selected Mammoet-Giant Taiwan to deliver a turnkey service for the Taiwanese offshore wind project, from initial planning to execution, ensuring the jackets get into the water faster. 
Iberdrola has announced the purchase of two wind farms in Poland, growing its wind portfolio in the country to 212.8 MW for the moment. |
NEWS of the WEEK
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GE announced that GE Vernova, the company’s portfolio of energy businesses, has appointed two new leaders to its leadership team. 
“The Central Atlantic is one of the most desirable regions for offshore wind development, particularly in terms of wind resource, energy demand, and technical viability," the ACP said. 
Wölfel Wind Systems is pleased to announce its involvement in the remarkable Coastal Virginia Offshore Windfarm project in the USA. 
EnBW has selected the 8.2 Consulting AG for their offshore wind farm He Dreiht in the German North Sea. 
An Antaris small wind turbine from Braun Windturbinen was recently installed in Schleswig-Holstein, northern Germany. 
SOLID SALES AND STRONG MARGINS IMPROVEMENT
CIP and Ignitis Group aim to become an active and long-term partner for the energy transition in the Baltic region. 
The REA reacts to an announcement by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak who has confirmed that “hundreds” of new oil and gas licences will be granted in the UK to reach energy security. 
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) announced three final Wind Energy Areas (WEAs) offshore Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia. 
The planned South Korean Anma Offshore Wind Farm has completed the final Environmental Impact Assessment. 
Albania announces results of its first wind auction. There are three winners. 
The acquisition aligns with IOG’s focus on localisation, supporting the growth of Taiwan’s talent pool and supply chain 
Great Lakes and Carver will be developing the first U.S. rock supply chain for offshore wind. 
The transition of the United Nations (UN) peacekeeping operations to renewable energy offers a unique opportunity for the UN and the countries hosting these operations. |
EVENTS
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| 2023-08-22 | Miami: The Energy Expo 2023 |
| 2023-08-22 | Cairo: Hydrogen Egypt Summit 2023 |
| 2023-08-29 | Vila Guilherme, São Paulo : EES SOUTH AMERICA |
| 2023-09-03 | Sydney: Smart Energy Council 2023 |
| 2023-09-05 | Aberdeen: SPE Offshore Europe 2023 |
| 2023-09-05 | Mexico City: 11th Mexico Wind Power 2023 |
| 2023-09-12 | São Paulo: Brazil Windpower 2023 |
| 2023-09-12 | Husum: HUSUM WIND 2023 |
| 2023-09-13 | Mihama-ku, Chiba-city,: Wind Expo Japan |
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