Today’s renewable energy news includes announcements from Vestas and Egg Power, Chirmorie Wind Farm, among others.
Vestas Wins 187 MW Wind Turbine Orders in Italy and UK, Strengthening European Renewable Growth
Vestas has secured 187 MW of onshore wind turbine orders across Italy and the UK, reinforcing its strategy to expand renewable energy capacity in Europe. The Italian projects include a 42 MW Tricarico wind farm and a 55 MW Alia Sclafani Bagni Valledolmo project, featuring advanced V162 turbines for improved efficiency and performance. In the UK, Vestas will deliver a 90 MW wind project using V136-4.5 MW turbines, supported by a 15-year service agreement to optimize long-term output. Deliveries are scheduled from 2026 to 2027. These investments highlight innovation in wind technology and strong market demand, supporting Europe’s clean energy transition and long-term decarbonization goals.
Egg Power Acquires Chirmorie Wind Farm in Scotland to Expand UK Renewable Portfolio
Egg Power has acquired the Chirmorie Wind Farm project in South Ayrshire, Scotland, marking its fourth UK renewable energy investment and advancing its clean energy growth strategy. Backed by a £400 million financing facility secured in 2025, the acquisition highlights strong investment in onshore wind development. The project is expected to generate 275,000 MWh annually and cut over 120,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions, supporting the UK’s decarbonization goals. Construction is set to begin later this year, with operations targeted for 2028. Focused on supplying clean energy to telecom and digital infrastructure sectors, Egg Power continues to scale its portfolio, reinforcing the role of wind energy in delivering low-cost, sustainable power.
Germany Awards 3.45 GW Onshore Wind in Oversubscribed Auction at Record Low Prices
Germany has awarded 3,445 MW of onshore wind capacity across 439 bids in its latest auction, underscoring strong market demand and investment in renewable energy. The tender was heavily oversubscribed, with 924 bids totaling 7,858 MW submitted. Award prices ranged between 5.19 and 5.64 ct/kWh, with a volume-weighted average of 5.54 ct/kWh, its lowest level since 2018, highlighting cost efficiency and technological innovation in the sector. Lower Saxony led allocations with 957 MW, followed by North Rhine-Westphalia and Saxony-Anhalt. This auction reflects Germany’s strategy to accelerate wind deployment, strengthen energy security, and drive its transition to a competitive, low-carbon energy system.
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