Todays’ renewable energy news includes announcements on RWE’s Alwen Forest wind farm, Entergy Arkansas, EVE Energy, among others.
RWE Secures Consent for 60-MW Alwen Forest Wind Farm in Wales
RWE has received development consent for its 60-MW Alwen Forest wind farm in Conwy, North Wales, reinforcing its strong pipeline in the UK renewables sector. The project, located in a working forest, will comprise up to nine turbines and generate enough clean power to meet the annual needs of around 44,000 homes. It is designed to support both Wales’ and the UK’s net-zero targets, while contributing to local community funds and delivering economic opportunities during construction and operation. The project also prioritises environmental considerations, ensuring coexistence with forestry and biodiversity. Alwen Forest adds to RWE’s growing portfolio of onshore and offshore wind projects in the UK, strengthening its position as a key player in the energy transition.
Entergy Arkansas Proposes 600-MW Solar Park to Power Google
Entergy Arkansas has filed plans with regulators to develop a 600-MW solar park, which would become the largest solar facility in Arkansas. The project is designed to supply renewable energy directly to Google, supporting the tech giant’s 24/7 carbon-free energy goal by 2030. Entergy Arkansas will own and operate the facility, ensuring long-term clean power delivery while diversifying its generation mix. The solar park is expected to enhance grid reliability, attract investment, and create jobs during construction and operation. It also strengthens Entergy’s strategy of partnering with large corporate customers to drive decarbonisation. For Google, the project represents a significant step in advancing its renewable energy leadership and reducing emissions from data centres and operations in the region.
EVE Energy to Deliver 500-MWh Battery Supply for Poland’s Commvolt
Chinese battery maker EVE Energy has signed an agreement to supply 500 MWh of lithium-ion batteries to Polish storage developer Commvolt. The batteries will be integrated into Commvolt’s pipeline of energy storage projects across Poland, supporting the country’s accelerating transition to renewable energy and grid flexibility. This collaboration underscores EVE Energy’s growing footprint in Europe and strengthens Commvolt’s strategy to deploy large-scale storage solutions for grid balancing and renewable integration. The deal highlights a technology-driven focus on reliability, efficiency, and scale, positioning Poland as a regional leader in energy storage adoption. Benefits include enhanced grid stability, renewable integration, and energy security, while showcasing innovation-driven partnerships between European developers and global battery manufacturers.
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