The latest renewable energy news includes announcements on Swift Current Energy, Greentech, SSE Renewables, among others.
Swift Current Energy Opens 593 MW Google-Backed Solar Park in Illinois
Swift Current Energy has inaugurated the 593 MWac Double Black Diamond Solar Park in Illinois, now the largest solar facility east of the Mississippi River. Backed by Google, the project spans Morgan and Sangamon counties and is expected to supply power to over 100,000 homes. It supports Illinois’ renewable energy targets and local development through job creation. Major offtakers include Google, CVS Health, the City of Chicago, and Loyola University. The project highlights growing corporate and municipal investment in clean energy infrastructure.
Greentech Secures Contract for 136 MWp Solar Plant in Denmark
Greentech, a Hamburg-based solar and storage specialist, has been awarded a contract by Danish co-operative asset manager NRGi to develop a 136 MWp solar park in Kolind, eastern Denmark. This marks Greentech’s first project in Denmark, expanding its operations across nine European countries. The company will handle the project’s development, construction, and operation, aligning with NRGi’s strategy to enhance its renewable energy portfolio. The solar park is expected to contribute significantly to Denmark’s renewable energy capacity and support Greentech’s growth in the Nordic market.
Berwick Bank Offshore Wind Project Faces Delays Over Environmental Concerns
SSE Renewables’ 4.1GW Berwick Bank offshore wind project off Scotland’s coast is delayed due to environmental objections. Conservation groups, including RSPB, warn the project could harm seabirds like kittiwakes and puffins by disrupting key feeding areas. SSE has proposed mitigation measures such as predator control and restrictions on sand eel fishing, but critics find them inadequate. The delay threatens the project’s eligibility for the UK Contracts for Difference scheme, crucial for financial backing. The case highlights tensions between climate goals and biodiversity protection.
GreentechLead.com News Desk