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Wind energy is not just a clean, renewable source of power—it's a beacon of hope for a country grappling with the persistent challenge of load shedding. But can we truly rely on wind energy end load shedding in South Africa? Let’s explore. Wind Energy in South Africa: A Snapshot South Africa’s journey with wind energy has been remarkable. As of the end of 2023, the country boasts an installed wind power capacity of approximately 3.6 gigawatts (GW). This capacity translates to around 10 terawatt-hours (TWh) of electricity annually, enough to power millions of households. Key projects like the 140 MW Khobab Wind Farm and the 138 MW Jeffreys Bay Wind Farm highlight the substantial investments and developments in this sector. The Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (REIPPPP) has been instrumental in this growth, attracting over R200 billion (about USD 13 billion) in investments. The programme has not only bolstered the energy sector but also created over 30,000 job years, contributing significantly to the economy. The Cost of Wind: Affordable and Sustainable One of the most compelling aspects of wind energy is its cost-effectiveness. The levelised cost of electricity (LCOE) for wind energy in South Africa has plummeted, with recent bids as low as ZAR 0.62 per kilowatt-hour (about USD 0.04/kWh). This makes wind one of the most affordable sources of new electricity generation, outcompeting even fossil fuels. Mitigating Load Shedding: The Role of Wind Energy Load shedding has been a thorn in the side of South Africa for years, disrupting daily life and economic activity. Wind energy offers a promising solution. By providing a stable and reliable source of power, wind farms help stabilise the grid during times of high demand or when coal plants underperform. The increased capacity and consistent generation from wind energy can significantly reduce the frequency and severity of load shedding. However, the road ahead is not without challenges. Grid capacity and regulatory hurdles need to be addressed to fully harness the potential of wind energy. Additionally, integrating wind power with other renewable sources like solar and advancing energy storage technologies are crucial steps toward a stable and resilient energy future. A Future Powered by Wind Looking ahead, South Africa aims to add up to 14.4 GW of new wind capacity by 2030, as outlined in the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) 2019. This ambitious target aligns with the country’s commitments under the Paris Agreement to reduce carbon emissions and transition to a sustainable energy system. Wind energy is poised to play a pivotal role in South Africa's efforts to end load shedding and create a more sustainable, resilient energy future. By continuing to invest in and develop this renewable resource, South Africa can harness the power of the wind to drive progress and stability. #WindEnergy #LoadSheddingSolutions #RenewableEnergy #SouthAfrica #Sustainability #GreenFuture

🤔 WORLD ADDED 50% MORE RENEWABLES IN 2023 THAN IN 2022 – IEA`S REPORT On January 11, 2024, the International Energy Agency (IEA) presented its another Report “Renewables 2023. Analysis and forecast to 2028”. The amount of renewable energy capacity added to energy systems around the world grew by 50% in 2023, reaching almost 510 GW, with solar PV accounting for three-quarters of additions worldwide. Such a growth is primarily due to China's policy which commissioned as much solar PV in 2023 as the entire world did in 2022, while its wind power additions rose by 66%. The increases in renewable energy capacity in Europe, the United States and Brazil also hit all-time highs. At the same time, the IEA provides less optimistic forecasts for further wind power development worldwide when China is excluded, due to constant supply chain disruptions, higher costs, and long permitting process. The challenges facing the industry particularly affect offshore wind, with investment costs today more than 20% higher than only a few years ago. In 2023, developers have cancelled or postponed 15 GW of offshore wind projects in the United States and the United Kingdom. On the other hand, the IEA repeatedly refers to the Wind Energy Charter and the Wind Energy Action Plan (package) adopted in Europe and notes that if governments follow the measures set out in these recently adopted documents, the situation will soon stabilize. In contrast with solar PV, wind supply chain development in the medium term is expected to remain closely aligned with demand. Manufacturing capacity for the main wind turbine components (nacelles, blades and towers) remained mostly unchanged in 2023, at about 110-125 GW per year. Announced expansion projects indicate that by 2025 it will increase to about 120-140 GW. In general, under existing policies and market conditions, global renewable capacity is forecast to reach 7 300 GW while renewable electricity generation is expected to reach around 14 400 TWh by 2028. In other words, this growth trajectory would see global RE capacity increase to 2.5 times from its current level by 2030, falling short of the tripling goal approved in COP28. But, IEA convinced that governments can close the gap to reach over 11 000 GW by 2030 by overcoming current challenges and implementing existing policies more quickly. Report: https://lnkd.in/drHNmyns

Fifth in a series of posts on LinkedIn platform on Wind Energy. It is an important topic to know if you are interested in the fight against climate change. Wind Energy is one of the fossil fuel alternatives to generate electricity. Wind Energy in Egypt IRENA, short for International Renewable Energy Agency, in its "IRENA (2018), Renewable Energy Outlook: Egypt" report states that Egypt's Gulf of Suez area is " one of the best locations in the world for harnessing wind energy due to its stable wind speeds that reach on average between 8 and 10 m/s at a height of 100 metres". Informa Markets states in its report "Egypt Energy Sector" 2022 Edition for "Egypt Energy" Event endorsed by Egypt's Ministry of Electricity & Renewable Energy that "Egypt enjoys excellent wind along the Gulf of Suez with an average wind speed of 10.5 m/ sec." Egypt's potential for Wind Energy generation isn't limited to the Gulf of Suez area it also includes "promising new regions have been discovered east and west of the Nile river in the Beni Suef and Menya Governorates and El Kharga Oasis in the New Valley Governorate." as stated in the IRENA mentioned source. The IRENA report continues "They offer wind speeds that vary between 5 and 8 m/s and are suitable for electricity generation from wind and other applications such as water pumping." According to the New and Renewable Energy Authority current page the combined capacity of existing stations is 1375 MW divided between 3 Horizontal Axis Turbines Windfarms. Also, there are stations that are being prepared for a combined capacity of 2400 MW; 250 MW Lekela station which is under construction, 250 MW Gulf of Suez (1) project which is undergoing a tender process and under construction projects in the Gulf of Suez area of a total capacity of 1700 MW. In 2021, Egypt's Wind Energy share in the country's Energy generation mix was only 3% equivalent to 5269 GWh according to Egypt's Energy Profile report published by IRENA. In "THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY (SDS): EGYPT VISION 2030", published by "Arab Development Portal" site, Egypt targets Wind Energy to be 14% KPI number 12 "Percentage of fuel mix for electricity production" in the Key Performance Indicators for energy until 2030 table. It's evident Egypt has taken Wind Energy as a source of electricity seriously, even before signing the Paris Agreement in 2015, since its generation has increased year after year. The electricity generation has been tripled from 523 GWh in 2004/2005 to 1444 GWh in 2014/2015 and if we take the following year into account 2015/2016, which has seen a generation of 2058 GWh, it is quadrupled in a space of 11 years. With respect to Africa and the Middle East Egypt ranked fourth in new installed capacity in 2014 ( 610 MW ), according to "GLOBAL WIND REPORT ANNUAL MARKET UPDATE 2014" report of the Global Wind Energy Council. In the end, if you like the post please repost it and don't forget to PRAY FOR GAZA. #cop28 #renewableenergy

𝕋𝕙𝕖 𝔹𝕣𝕖𝕖𝕫𝕪 𝔹𝕦𝕝𝕝𝕖𝕥𝕚𝕟 - 𝟡.𝟚𝟟.𝟚𝟛 𝔼𝕕𝕚𝕥𝕚𝕠𝕟 🍃 ⚡ 📰 Projects Could Power 18 Million American Homes With Offshore Wind Energy The U.S. offshore wind energy project development and operational pipeline reached a potential generating capacity of 52,687 megawatts (MW) at the end of May 2023, according to a National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) analysis recently released in the Offshore Wind Market Report: 2023 Edition. If fully developed, these projects would be enough to power more than 18 million American homes. Representing a 15% increase from May 31, 2022, this potential generating capacity includes: ⏺ Two operating projects totaling 42 MW ⏺ Over 40 projects under development totaling 47,606 MW ⏺ An additional 5,039 MW of potential capacity in the planning stage. The report also found that the market has become more volatile in the past year, with project costs increasing due to inflation, interest rates, and supply chain uncertainty. The Inflation Reduction Act may provide some relief to keep projects profitable. #usoffshorewind #offshorewind #cleanenergy #windenergy #rebeccatherecruiter #thebreezybulletin

Sweden's Wind Power Surge: Driving Towards a Sustainable Future As a close neighbor to Sweden and knowing their immense potential within renewable wind energy, I follow their moves and development very closely - and while they on offshore wind are a little slow to get going, they are front-runners on onshore wind. The potential for offshore wind is enormous, and I cheer for them to get into gear. Below is a small analysis of the Swedish market for wind power: Sweden's renewable energy sector, especially wind power production, has seen a promising start in 2024. Recent data from the Swedish Wind Energy Association indicates significant growth and positive trends, signaling a substantial expansion in wind power across the country. With a strong focus on sustainable energy solutions, Sweden is poised to make significant contributions to its electricity production from wind sources. Breaking Records in Wind Power Expansion: - In the fourth quarter of 2023, Sweden ordered 730 megawatts (MW) of new turbines, marking the fourth-best quarter on record. - The commissioning of new wind power remained high throughout the year, totaling 1,973 MW. - The Swedish Wind Energy Association forecasts wind power to generate 55 terawatt hours (TWh) in 2026, contributing about 28 percent to Sweden's total electricity production. Offshore Wind Power Prospects: - Insights from the Swedish quarterly report reveal approximately 440 TWh of offshore wind power under development in Swedish waters, with 190 TWh seeking permits. - Obtaining permits is crucial for project investments, with around 10 TWh already approved for production before 2030, primarily in southern Sweden, where electricity demand is urgent. Challenges and Opportunities: - While Sweden has made commendable progress in wind power expansion, challenges remain, including the need for efficient permit processes and supportive regulatory frameworks. - Timely dissemination of information is crucial to maintaining momentum, especially with neighboring countries aggressively pursuing wind power development. - To sustain growth, Sweden must prioritize an attractive investment climate, streamline permit processes, and provide long-term stability for the wind power industry. In conclusion, Sweden's wind power sector is off to a strong start in 2024, highlighting its potential contribution to a sustainable energy future. By addressing challenges and seizing opportunities, Sweden can not only meet its renewable energy targets but also remain competitive in the global transition towards clean energy sources. ------------------------------ 💥 I am Jeppe. ⚓ Chief Commercial Officer, Port of Roenne 🔺 A Windfluencer passionate about renewable energy, offshore wind, innovation, sustainability, and technology. Join me as I share insights and perspectives on the latest news and trends in these fields. 🔝 Follow along for more exciting updates and discussions!

The key goal at COP28 to triple renewable energy production by 2030, in line with the Paris Agreement, highlighted the critical role of wind energy in meeting climate targets. This mandate requires countries to come together in a coordinated effort, expediting the energy transition by implementing clean energy solutions that facilitate a threefold increase in global renewable capacity. In this context, the Global Wind Report 2024 by Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) provides an analysis of the advancements in the global wind sector. In 2023, 117 GW of new wind power capacity was added, pushing the global total installed wind power capacity beyond 1 TW, which reflects a 13 per cent year-on-year increase. Wind energy installations need to be ramped up from 117 GW (106 GW from onshore wind and 10.8 GW from offshore wind) in 2023 to at least 320 GW by 2030. This tripling of annual wind energy installations would bring the total capacity to about 3 TW by the end of the decade. Renewable Watch presents the key takeaways of the report…

What Will It Take To Unlock U.S. Floating Offshore Wind Energy? A massive 2.8 terawatts of U.S. offshore wind energy potential—enough to power 350 million homes—blows over ocean waters too deep for wind turbines to be fixed to the sea floor with foundations. The solution to capturing this valuable energy resource? Offshore wind turbines that float on the water and anchor to the seabed with mooring lines. As the first West Coast commercial-scale projects aim to be built around 2030, the United States will have to develop ports able to deploy commercial-scale floating offshore wind energy development. A National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) study, recently published in a report titled, The Impacts of Developing a Port Network for Floating Offshore Wind Energy on the West Coast of the United States, focuses on what it will take to develop a system of ports. Spoiler alert: It will take time, and it will be a big investment. But it will be worth it. In addition to supplying clean energy to millions of coastal businesses and households, a West Coast floating wind energy supply chain could also provide thousands of jobs for local communities, reduce greenhouse gas emissions by lowering transport distances, and lower the risk of relying on overseas materials. Five Focus Areas: The study identifies the following five primary areas of focus to develop a West Coast ports network, which suggest that the country will need to: 1. Update the existing West Coast port infrastructure to manufacture technology components domestically, install projects efficiently, and contribute effectively to clean energy goals on a commercial scale. 2. Encourage collaboration and communication among a huge number of stakeholders, along with an authorized decision-making entity (or entities) for strategic planning. 3. Build a significant workforce to construct and operate West Coast floating wind ports and attract workers in likely port-development regions. 4. Provide transparency and certainty around permitting and regulatory requirements for ports so they are less unpredictable and time-consuming, easing the approval process and helping with strategic planning. 5. Grow a vessel fleet to install and service offshore wind power projects in parallel with the port network after developing requirements for U.S. shipbuilding capacity. My View - There's a huge amount of offshore wind potential, not only in the USA but also globally that can be utilised with floating turbines. In order to do so, we must focus on the delivery of serialisation, standardisation, and mass production - which Vidi Energy is pioneering. Original post by: nrel.gov Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/eefQ-uxE #windenergy #windenergie #offshorewind #offshorewindenergy #floatingwind #floatingoffshorewind

U.S. wind generation hit record in April 2024, exceeding coal-fired generation Comment: Clean energy is happening, it's growth monotonic upwards. "Electricity generation from wind established a new record in the United States in April, and wind generation exceeded coal-fired generation in both March and April, data from our July 2024 Monthly Energy Review show. U.S. wind generation exceeded coal-fired generation for the first time in April 2023 but did not do so again until 11 months later. This past spring was the first time U.S. wind generation has exceeded coal-fired generation for two months in a row. Wind power generally produces the most electricity in the springtime in the United States. Wind installations in the United States produced 45.9 gigawatthours (GWh) of electricity in March 2024, compared with 38.4 GWh from coal-fired power plants. In April 2024, coal-fired generation fell to 37.2 GWh. Wind generation, meanwhile, increased to a record 47.7 GWh. However, during the first four months of 2024, coal-fired generation was 15% higher than wind generation in the United States. Recent electricity generation from coal and wind is much different compared with 20 years ago. In March 2004, coal-fired generation produced 154.3 GWh of electricity, while wind produced 1.3 GWh. Installed wind power generating capacity has increased substantially in the United States over the last 25 years, growing from 2.4 gigawatts (GW) in 2000 to 150.1 GW in April 2024. By contrast, a substantial number of coal plants have retired over the past 25 years, with total coal capacity falling from 315.1 GW in 2000 to 177.1 GW by April 2024. Other sources of electricity generation have also increased during the time that coal-fired generation has declined. Since 2000, electricity from solar power has increased by 99.1 GWh, and generation from natural gas, which is often more price competitive than coal in electricity market dispatch, has increased by 287.6 GWh. Following the record wind capacity additions of more than 14.0 GW in both 2020 and 2021, introduction of new U.S. wind facilities has slowed in the last two years. Operators expect 7.1 GW of wind capacity to come online in the United States in 2024, according to our July Monthly Energy Review. After 22.3 GW of U.S. coal-fired electric generating capacity retired over the past two years, operators plan to slow coal retirements in 2024. Operators plan to retire 2.8 GW of coal-fired capacity in 2024, data from our July Monthly Energy Review show." https://lnkd.in/gSghiS8S

⚡ In the dynamic landscape of renewable energy, offshore wind farms stand out as a beacon of sustainable power generation. With global wind energy production surging to unprecedented levels, offshore wind emerges as a frontrunner, offering immense growth potential. 🍃 Turkey, embracing this renewable revolution, boasts a substantial onshore wind capacity and is poised to tap into its offshore wind potential. However, the journey towards maximizing offshore wind energy efficiency is not without its challenges, particularly when it comes to navigating the unpredictable nature of weather events. ➡ Weather-related factors significantly impact every phase of offshore wind energy production, from initial feasibility studies to logistics, construction, operation, and maintenance. The success of offshore wind projects hinges on the ability to accurately forecast and adapt to weather conditions. This is where Buluttan Weather Intelligence steps in as a strategic partner. Buluttan provides high-accuracy, hyper-local weather forecasts tailored specifically for offshore wind farm investments. These forecasts empower energy companies to make data-driven decisions, optimize maintenance schedules, anticipate energy demands, and mitigate risks associated with adverse weather events. 🛡 By partnering with Buluttan Weather Intelligence, companies gain a competitive edge in the offshore wind energy sector. They can navigate the complexities of weather variability with confidence, ensuring efficient operations and maximizing energy production. Join us in revolutionizing offshore wind energy efficiency with Buluttan Weather Intelligence, and together, let's pave the way for a sustainable energy future! 🚀 #RenewableEnergy #OffshoreWind #SustainablePower #WindEnergy #TurkeyRenewables #WeatherIntelligence #EnergyForecasting #OffshoreWindFarms #EnergyEfficiency #WeatherRiskMitigation #DataDrivenDecisions #EnergySector https://lnkd.in/d935DxZN

What Will It Take To Unlock U.S. Floating Offshore Wind Energy? Robert Speht, CEO of Vidi Energy, welcomes this report from the USA and comments: “There's a huge amount of offshore wind potential, not only in the USA but also globally that can be utilised with floating turbines. In order to do so, we must focus on the delivery of serialisation, standardisation, and mass production - which Vidi Energy is pioneering.” A massive 2.8 terawatts of U.S. offshore wind energy potential—enough to power 350 million homes—blows over ocean waters too deep for wind turbines to be fixed to the sea floor with foundations. The solution to capturing this valuable energy resource? Offshore wind turbines that float on the water and anchor to the seabed with mooring lines. As the first West Coast commercial-scale projects aim to be built around 2030, the United States will have to develop ports able to deploy commercial-scale floating offshore wind energy development. A National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) study, recently published in a report titled, The Impacts of Developing a Port Network for Floating Offshore Wind Energy on the West Coast of the United States, focuses on what it will take to develop a system of ports. Spoiler alert: It will take time, and it will be a big investment. But it will be worth it. In addition to supplying clean energy to millions of coastal businesses and households, a West Coast floating wind energy supply chain could also provide thousands of jobs for local communities, reduce greenhouse gas emissions by lowering transport distances, and lower the risk of relying on overseas materials. Five Focus Areas: The study identifies the following five primary areas of focus to develop a West Coast ports network, which suggest that the country will need to: 1. Update the existing West Coast port infrastructure to manufacture technology components domestically, install projects efficiently, and contribute effectively to clean energy goals on a commercial scale. 2. Encourage collaboration and communication among a huge number of stakeholders, along with an authorized decision-making entity (or entities) for strategic planning. 3. Build a significant workforce to construct and operate West Coast floating wind ports and attract workers in likely port-development regions. 4. Provide transparency and certainty around permitting and regulatory requirements for ports so they are less unpredictable and time-consuming, easing the approval process and helping with strategic planning. 5. Grow a vessel fleet to install and service offshore wind power projects in parallel with the port network after developing requirements for U.S. shipbuilding capacity. Original post by: nrel. gov Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/edTnwcrP #windenergy #windenergie #offshorewind #offshorewindenergy #floatingwind #floatingoffshorewind