WindEurope Summit 2016: Making transition work

Global energy is in transition over the last decade. This represents both opportunities and challenges for the wind industry.

Iran unveiled plans for its first tender for utility-scale renewable energy projects last week. This announcement happened just before the 4th Iranian Wind Power Congress. WindEurope CEO Giles Dickson gave the keynote speech at the Energy Ministry in front of 500 people and pointed to the tremendous potential of one of the largest wind power markets in the Middle East.

Offshore wind in Europe draws €14 billion investment in first half of 2016

The European offshore wind industry attracted a record €14 billion in new investments during the first six months of 2016.

Germany: EEG reform a mixed bag for wind energy

Brexit: what it might mean for the wind industry

Read WindEurope's initial assessment of possible implications

Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) voted in favour of increasing the European Union’s target for renewables to ‘at least’ 30% by 2030. Europe current has a target of at least 27%, which was agreed by European leaders in October 2014.

Europe: WindEurope hosts refinancing wind projects workshop in London

On 2 June, WindEurope held a workshop in London on refinancing European wind energy projects.

As we approach the half-way mark of 2016, it seems appropriate to take stock of how the year has progressed so far. We knew from the outset that 2016 was going to be a challenging year on many fronts. And it hasn’t disappointed.

Significant investments in transmission capacity and interconnectors are necessary to ensure Europe can fully exploit its wind resources, said WindEurope CEO Giles Dickson at an event organised by the European Commission.

On 18-19 May, WindEurope participated as a rapporteur for the European Commission during the European Maritime Day 2016. The forum is the annual meeting point for Europe’s maritime community to network, discuss, and forge joint action for the Blue Economy.

Europe: WindEnergy Hamburg 2016 – The world's leading expo for wind energy

All you need to know about WindEurope Summit and WindEnergy Expo this September, in Hamburg

Europe: WindEurope welcomes Enel Green Power’s Francesco Venturini as new chairman of the board

WindEurope has elected Francesco Venturini, Chief Executive Officer of Enel Green Power, as its new chairman.

Europe: EWEA rebrands itself to "WindEurope"

Why did EWEA decide to rebrand to “WindEurope”?

The European Wind Energy Association and a group of other industry associations from different sectors have today called for ambitious proposals for electricity market reforms in 2016.

EWEA-organised Wind Power Poland 2016 starts today

Industry stands together to make economic case for wind energy in Poland

Europe: Wake up call for policymakers as China overtakes EU on wind installations

Europe risks losing its leadership in wind energy without a clear policy vision for renewables towards 2030.

Market leaders GE Renewable Energy and Vestas are supporting the Polish event as Event Ambassadors with the aim of fostering discussions about the future of the national market and encouraging clients & partners to participate in the exhibition.

Europe: Wind adds 13GW new capacity in 2015 - 44% of all new power

Wind energy added more new capacity than any other form of power in Europe in 2015.

Europe: Record 13bn euro invested in offshore wind in 2015 - 3GW new capacity

Offshore wind investments in Europe doubled in 2015 to €13.3 billion in a record year for financing and grid-connected installations.

Spain: Spain’s 500MW wind auction inadequate. Government risks missing 2020 renewables target

Spain’s 500MW wind power auction last week was too small to satisfy demand and the country risks missing its 2020 target for renewables.

WISE Power -- an EU-funded project -- is launching an online tool for onshore wind farm developers and industry stakeholders to engage with local communities on permitting and planning of wind sites.

Europe: Paris climate deal shows energy transition commitment towards wind power

The European Wind Energy Association greatly welcomes the UN climate change agreement struck in Paris on Saturday 12 December.

Europe: Ambitious UN climate deal could be investment opportunity for European wind industry

National climate pledges in emerging markets and an ambitious deal in Paris could spark an export boom for the European wind industry.

Europe: Ambitious UN climate deal could be investment opportunity for European wind industry

National climate pledges in emerging markets and an ambitious deal in Paris could spark an export boom for the European wind industry.

EU member states must show more political will in their plans for renewable energy after 2020, according to the European Wind Energy Association (EWEA).

EU: Energy Union address shows Commission ready to step in on EU renewables target

The European Commission must take the necessary measures to ensure that EU member states meet the "at least" 27% renewable energy target by 2030.

Wind energy will be the largest source of power supply in the EU by 2030 if governments apply the right level of ambition in their climate and energy policies, according to EWEA’s latest report.

Global: EWEA 2015 will take place as planned

Email from the CEO, Giles Dickson, that went out tonight.

The latest report from the International Energy Agency shows the global transition to renewable energy and wind power is in motion, says Giles Dickson, chief executive officer of the European Wind Energy Association.

Europe: EWEA’s annual event to team up with WindEnergy Hamburg in 2016

The European Wind Energy Association is teaming up with Hamburg Messe to host its annual conference alongside WindEnergy Hamburg in 2016.