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Wind power coverage examines how variable renewable generation interacts with grid stability, storage integration, and the broader decarbonization of the electric utility sector.
Solar and Wind Account for 95% of New U.S. Power Capacity in Q1 2026; FERC Forecasts 133 GW Expansion by 2029 - GreentechLead
FERC's Energy Infrastructure Update reports that solar and wind accounted for over 95 percent of new U.S. power capacity in Q1 2026, with solar adding 6,034.4 MW. This data highlights the accelerating dominance of renewables in the U.S. grid, which is critical for professionals planning long-term infrastructure and investment strategies.
Brazil: ANEEL revokes permits for 178 solar and wind plants totaling 7.8 GW, freeing up transmission grid capacity
ANEEL has revoked permits for 178 solar and wind plants, releasing 7.68 GW of contracted transmission capacity for future projects. This regulatory action clears grid congestion and allows new generation projects to access the transmission network in Brazil.
Key wind and solar auction looms amid viability concerns
Ireland's RESS 6 auction opens this week with a €110/MWh solar price cap that Solar Ireland argues is too low for current construction costs. This outcome will determine which wind and solar projects can proceed toward Ireland's 2030 renewable targets.
EU sold wind turbines worth 3.1 billion euros in 2025, and the story flips with solar panels: nearly all imports come from China
Eurostat data shows the EU exported 3.1 billion euros in wind turbines in 2025 while importing 8 billion euros in solar panels, 98.6% from China. This trade imbalance highlights the EU's reliance on Chinese manufacturing for solar modules despite its wind export strength.
Hybrid wind-solar-battery plants can power Kazakhstan’s demand growth
Ember reports that hybrid wind-solar-battery plants can supply up to 90% of Kazakhstan's typical demand profile at a delivered cost below $60/MWh. This analysis highlights how such hybrid configurations can address the country's rapid demand growth and aging coal infrastructure.
Herrera de los Navarros: New 21 MW solar plant must strengthen bird protection measures against existing wind turbines
The environmental impact statement mandates specific wildlife protection measures, including a joint plan to reduce collisions with the existing 35 MW wind farm. This highlights the regulatory requirements for co-located renewable energy projects in ecologically sensitive areas.
BloombergNEF Forecasts 2026 US Record Additions in Solar, Wind, and Storage — Denkmstrom
BloombergNEF projects 89 GW of new US renewable and storage capacity in 2026, citing a race to meet IRS construction deadlines for tax credits. This highlights how regulatory timelines and data center demand are reshaping project development schedules and grid infrastructure planning.
Dak Lak: Counterarguments on the dossier of the wind and solar power plant project
The Dak Lak Council reviewed dossiers for a 95 MW wind plant and a 50 MW solar plant with BESS, noting the need for environmental assessments and protection of nature reserves. This highlights the regulatory scrutiny and environmental safeguards required for renewable energy projects in the region.