Author: Kris Stewart

The £100 Billion Boom: How the Highlands and Islands Are Becoming a Global Hotspot

Scotland is poised for an energy revolution with 251 renewable projects representing a potential 100.35 billion investment, which could create thousands of jobs and reshape the nation’s economy by 2040. The surge in green energy initiatives, from offshore wind to hydrogen hubs, highlights both opportunities and challenges, including the need for public co-investment to address infrastructure and skills gaps.

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Vestas Hits 1 GW Milestone in Germany with Back-to-Back Onshore Wind Deals

Vestas has surpassed 1 GW in orders for its 7+ MW onshore turbines in Germany, with two new projects in Weisendorf and Bernau Albertshof II highlighting the market’s shift toward high-efficiency models for low-wind conditions. The company’s V172-7.2 MW and V162-7.2 MW turbines are set for commercial deployment by 2025, backed by certifications meeting Germany’s strict technical standards.

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