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Contributing Writer Jason is a contributing writer for GTM, focused on global trends in energy storage and wind. He is based in Barcelona, Spain.

LATEST ARTICLES

05.22.19 0

The U.K. offshore wind industry is hoping to see record volumes at record-low prices.

Zero-Subsidy Offshore Wind Bids Unlikely in UK’s Upcoming Auction

The cannabalization effect of surging renewables output means new plants may need subsidies even if they come in at record-low prices. But U.K. auctions “always throw up surprises,” says one expert.

by Jason Deign

05.21.19 Wind 0

France's Engie has been on a cleantech acquisition spree in the U.S., running from renewables to storage.

EDP and Engie Team Up to Conquer Offshore Wind

The European power giants will create one of the world’s biggest offshore wind development companies through a new joint venture. The U.S. is among their target markets.

by Jason Deign

05.15.19 Wind 13

Semi-Submersible Technology Set for Commanding Early Lead in Floating Offshore Wind

Principle Power’s semi-submersible platform will play a big role in the early market for floating offshore wind, as a spate of projects gets set to enter the water.

by Jason Deign

05.10.19 Wind 44

Floating Offshore Wind Holds Promise for Vertical-Axis Turbines

Vertical-axis wind turbines have failed to make a dent in the thriving global wind energy business. But proponents say the technology may be well suited to the emerging floating offshore market.

by Jason Deign

05.08.19 Grid Edge 5

Centrica, SSE and Sonnen are involved in local energy market projects in the U.K.

With Its Island Grid, the UK Is Forced to Take the Lead in Developing Local Energy Markets

Britain’s early local energy markets go beyond most current transactional microgrid concepts, as the country grapples with surging renewables and a lack of interconnections.

by Jason Deign

05.06.19 Wind 2

More than 11 gigawatts of wind capacity changed hands across Europe in 2018.

Institutional Investors Fuel M&A Frenzy in Europe’s Wind Market

A swell of project acquisitions is driving investment growth in Europe’s wind market. “There’s a huge amount of capital stored up which can’t find deals,” says one financial adviser.

by Jason Deign

05.02.19 Energy 8

U.K. emissions from electricity generation have fallen by 50 percent since 2013.

UK Government Committee Backs Net-Zero Climate Goal for 2050

The U.K.‘s Committee on Climate Change said the country should achieve net-zero carbon emissions by midcentury, but red tape is holding back renewables development.

by Jason Deign

04.29.19 Solar 2

Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's center-left party is committed to a renewables build out.

Renewable Investors Breathe Easy After Spanish Elections

Spain’s once-thriving renewables market has seen a recent resurgence, and this weekend’s election points to happier days ahead.

by Jason Deign

04.18.19 Energy 0

There are several reasons renewables developers may not be rushing to take advantage of the program.

Sluggish Uptake From Renewables Sector as Clock Ticks on US ‘Opportunity Zones’

Only 11 funds focused on renewable energy have been established to take advantage of “money fire hose” from the Opportunity Zones incentive program.

by Jason Deign

04.16.19 Wind 2

GE has struggled to gain market share in the hyper-competitive offshore wind turbine market.

GE Cedes 1GW of French Offshore Wind Projects to Siemens Gamesa

Years of delays at the EDF- and Enbridge-owned projects led GE to walk away.

by Jason Deign

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GAF Energy Claims to Have Installed 'Hundreds' of Its Solar Roofs, Outpacing Tesla

Floating Solar Excels Where Land Is Scarce, and That's a Lot of Places

SunPower Fleshes Out Future Vision as an Energy Services Company

Elon Musk at Model Y Reveal: ‘This Is the Year of the Solar Roof and Powerwall’

San Diego Gas & Electric Hits Snag in California Microgrids Rollout

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Southern California Edison Picks 195MW Battery Portfolio in Place of Puente Gas Plant

US Energy Department Wants to See Lighter Offshore Wind Turbines

US Wind Industry's Response to Solar's Rise: Embrace It

EDP and Engie Team Up to Conquer Offshore Wind

GAF Energy Claims to Have Installed 'Hundreds' of Its Solar Roofs, Outpacing Tesla

Floating Solar Excels Where Land Is Scarce, and That's a Lot of Places

SunPower Fleshes Out Future Vision as an Energy Services Company

Renewables May Prove Cheaper Than 96% of Coal Plants Worldwide by 2030

The Key to Unlocking ‘Renewables as Baseload’ Is the Control System

A Look at Chevron’s Dip Into Clean Energy Investing

Voice Assistant Platforms: Pursuing an Improved Utility Customer Experience

2019 Trends in Utility Renewable Energy Financing

Beyond the PPA: A Company’s Guide to Renewable Energy Procurement

Jason Deign

Zero-Subsidy Offshore Wind Bids Unlikely in UK’s Upcoming Auction

EDP and Engie Team Up to Conquer Offshore Wind

Semi-Submersible Technology Set for Commanding Early Lead in Floating Offshore Wind

Floating Offshore Wind Holds Promise for Vertical-Axis Turbines

With Its Island Grid, the UK Is Forced to Take the Lead in Developing Local Energy Markets

Institutional Investors Fuel M&A Frenzy in Europe’s Wind Market

UK Government Committee Backs Net-Zero Climate Goal for 2050

Renewable Investors Breathe Easy After Spanish Elections

Sluggish Uptake From Renewables Sector as Clock Ticks on US ‘Opportunity Zones’

GE Cedes 1GW of French Offshore Wind Projects to Siemens Gamesa