Powering up – Australia’s biggest wind farm takes shape in Victoria
Golden Plains Wind Farm, currently under construction in Victoria, is Australia's largest wind power project so far. With a planned capacity of 1,330 MW, this ambitious development aims to significantly boost the country’s renewable energy output.
Driving uptime through data – SKF at the 16th VDI conference
SKF will present developments in wind turbine bearing systems at the 16th VDI conference on slide and rolling bearings, held on 3-4 June 2025 in Schweinfurt, Germany. Topics include sensorized rolling elements and validation testing, with a guided tour of SKF’s Sven Wingquist Test Center also available.
The future of wind energy – Turbine innovations from Enercon, Vestas, and Nordex
The Enercon E-175 EP5, Vestas V172-7.2 MW, and Nordex N175/6.X are turbines to watch in the coming years, each bringing innovations that enhance performance while cutting costs. Here’s a closer look at what makes them stand out.
Above and beyond – From the depths of coal mines to sky-high wind turbines
Germany is turning a former coal mine in Lusatia, in the state of Brandenburg, into a center for renewable energy with Gicon’s construction of what will soon be the world’s tallest onshore wind turbine.
That’s a wrap – Baltic Eagle turbines standing tall
The last turbine has been installed at the Baltic Eagle offshore wind farm. This 476 MW project, developed by Iberdrola in partnership with Abu Dhabi-based Masdar, is an important part of their expansion efforts in Germany.
Birds steer clear – Study in Norway finds zero collisions at floating wind farm
A two-year monitoring study at Norway’s Marine Energy Test Center has revealed that no bird collisions occurred with its TetraSpar floating offshore wind turbine. This milestone study sheds new light on the compatibility of floating wind turbines and bird populations, a concern for both renewable energy advocates and environmental groups.
Leading the charge – Most notable wind farms of 2024
Many wind farms are pushing the boundaries of technology, minimizing environmental impact, and boosting energy production. Here’s a closer look at five that stood out last year.
Dual mission – Wind farms supporting sea life
RWE is making a splash with an exciting project that combines wind power generation and marine life conservation. Could this innovative approach redefine sustainable energy and revitalize our seas and oceans?
Why wind turbines catch fire – A closer look at the risks and prevention measures
Wind turbines are not without their hazards, as demonstrated by the recent fire at the Clements Gap wind farm in South Australia. This incident has brought to light the various factors that can lead to wind turbine fires, sparking discussions on how to mitigate these risks to ensure safer wind turbine operations.
