Today’s renewable energy news includes updates from Nordex, RES, Terra-Gen, among others.
Nordex Accepts ZX Lidars for Wind Site Assessments
Nordex Group has approved the use of ZX Lidars ground-based lidar systems for standalone wind turbine site suitability assessments across a range of terrain conditions. ZX Lidars said the approval covers flat, hilly and slightly complex terrain using its METICE turbulence intensity conversion methodology, which converts lidar measurements into cup-anemometer-equivalent turbulence data. The methodology uses data collected from ZX 300 and ZX 300e lidar systems and was developed through collaborative validation work across multiple countries and terrain types. The acceptance marks another step in the growing use of lidar-based wind measurement technologies for wind resource assessment and project development, helping reduce dependence on traditional meteorological masts while supporting faster and more flexible wind farm site analysis.
RES Sells 66MW Topaz Wind Project in Türkiye
RES has completed the sale of the 66MW Topaz Wind Energy Project in Türkiye to Reges Elektrik. The project is located across the Alaca and Aydıncık districts in the Çorum and Yozgat provinces and secured production licence rights in March 2026 following its award in a 2017 TEİAŞ tender. RES said the wind farm is expected to avoid around 80,000 tonnes of CO2-equivalent emissions once operational. The company added that the project could generate approximately $13.2 million in revenue during its first 10 years of operation and contribute around $25 million in grid fees over a 25-year period. The transaction highlights continued investment in Türkiye’s renewable energy sector as developers and investors expand wind energy capacity to support energy security, economic growth and long-term decarbonisation goals.
Terra-Gen Expands California Solar Capacity with Lockhart III Project
Terra-Gen has commenced commercial operations at its 125 MW Lockhart III solar project in San Bernardino County, California, strengthening its renewable energy portfolio in the United States. The project, jointly owned by Masdar and Igneo Infrastructure Partners, will generate enough electricity to power around 62,500 homes and businesses annually. Lockhart III uses the existing transmission line connected to Southern California Edison’s Kramer Junction Substation, supporting grid reliability amid rising electricity demand in California. The project also delivered economic benefits, creating over 370 construction jobs at peak activity and completing nearly 260,000 work hours without any lost-time incidents. Terra-Gen is continuing expansion at the site with the fourth phase of the Lockhart solar complex, expected to add another 80 MW when it begins operations in Q3 2026.
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