Wind power Features for December 2011
Special report. Part three: Wind market achieves steady year in 2010...
31 December, 2011
One of the trends at this year's Windpower 2011 event in Anaheim, California was a heavy emphasis on new technology – as well as the continuing debate about how to make wind a more reliable and grid-friendly source of power.
30 December, 2011
A big year is in store for the U.S. wind power industry in 2012, both in the policy arena and out in the field...
30 December, 2011
The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) has established a tradition of taking a look back in December at the events that shaped the year in wind power. Here is their 2011 offering.
28 December, 2011
Part two: when it comes to offshore wind farms, while the basic steps are the same on the surface, the actual construction is quite different...
28 December, 2011
Part one: the precarious construction phase of a wind farm development needs careful preparation.
23 December, 2011
In light of the recent criticisms of wind power, Rick Eggleston, managing director of REpower's UK operation has his say.
20 December, 2011
As hub heights of wind turbines increase, new sites such as forests are becoming more attractive. Important technological and geophysical features must however be taken into account – together with ensuring the accuracy of data – as this case study from Germany shows.
16 December, 2011
The EU wants electricity distribution systems that can utilise more solar and wind energy – and 16 European partners from 10 countries are now playing a key role in preparing for them.
08 December, 2011
Thinking about Greece used to create a picture of a summer holiday spent on the beach in the sun, sailing the steady winds of the Meltemi in the Cyclades. But today the country is intent on becoming the energy hub of Southeast Europe. So should the financial troubles facing it put off potential investors?
02 December, 2011
September/October: Our monthly column, written by the Energy Industries Council, reports on project development in the renewable energy marketplace.
01 December, 2011