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Indian Mesa wind farm combined 125 turbines with sheep grazing and $930,000 in school taxes

In May 2001, the Indian Mesa wind farm began operating in Pecos County, West Texas, with 125 turbines and a total installed capacity of 82.5 MW. The project sits on a mesa where the uses of the land include grazing livestock, primarily sheep, and hunting, and the project does not…

The Times of India · Oct 1

Africa’s mineral strength is wasted if countries don’t work together – new report

Green technologies are mineral-intensive: electric vehicles, batteries, solar panels, wind turbines and grids need cobalt, lithium, copper, manganese, graphite and rare earths. The International Energy Agency estimates that electric cars require six times more minerals than a petrol or diesel car. A wind power plant requires about nine times more…

The Conversation · Sep 27

In 2024, Iowa farmer Evie Haupt earned $35,000 yearly from 3 turbines, cutting debt to $67,000

Evie Haupt, an Iowa farmer, has notably increased her revenue by leasing land for wind turbines. This extra income has been instrumental in alleviating her farm debts following her husband's passing. Even though the turbines occupy less than an acre, she continues her traditional farming practices on the bulk of…

The Times of India · Sep 25

Climate solutions most likely to reach ‘positive tipping points’ revealed by scientists

Global shift towards clean electricity could trigger ‘cascade’ of progress, helping reduce air pollution, cut waste and revive oceans

The Guardian - UK · Sep 10

Skyrocketing windmills: The world’s tallest wind power plant is going to dwarf the Eiffel tower

The world’s tallest wind turbine is currently under construction in eastern Germany; it will rise 365 metres above ground level. This makes it taller than the Eiffel Tower. The technical masterpiece is due to be operational this autumn. Hans von der Brelie was granted access to visit the site.

Euronews · Aug 28

India achieves 300 GW renewable energy capacity, 60% of 500 GW target by 2030

India has achieved over 300 GW of non-fossil fuel power capacity. This milestone represents more than sixty percent of the nation's 2030 goal. Solar and wind power are key contributors to this significant energy transition. Domestic manufacturing capabilities have also been strengthened for supply chain independence. This progress positions India…

The Economic Times · Aug 9

Wind and solar projects in Kenya and South Africa don’t always benefit the communities that host them – study

Private investment in clean energy projects is growing: in sub-Saharan Africa, it’s approaching US$40 billion a year. These “green transition” investments in solar and wind power are meant to benefit the environment and develop the communities where they are based.

The Conversation · Aug 9

Batteries can save Europe’s solar and wind power from being wasted. But are they a blackout risk?

A new report claims that the battery boom could trigger power outages, but experts say the risk is ‘tiny’.

Euronews · Aug 8

Trump says ‘any country with windmills is a loser’ in latest attack on wind power

Donald Trump declared any country that uses wind turbines a “loser” in his latest attack against wind power.

The Independent UK · Aug 3

Tata Power begins work on Rs 5,750 crore renewable energy project in Andhra Pradesh

The project comprises 400 MW of wind power capacity (at Kanekallu, Ananthapuram) and 400 MW solar power capacity (at Pattikonda, Kurnool). The project has secured 800 MW Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS) connectivity at the Ananthapuram II & Kurnool-4 CTUIL substations, enabling efficient evacuation of renewable power through the national transmission…

The Economic Times · Jul 30