Energy News Weekly Digest – March 24-28, 2025

Hotline tap clamp powering Chile’s Horizonte wind farm

Wind farm optimizes energy production in Chile

Chile’s Horizonte wind farm is set to become the greatest onshore wind farm in South America. It has an installed capacity of 778 MW and will generate around 2,400 GWh annually.

The wind farm will feature 140 Enercon turbines, each with a 5.6 MW capacity and a 160-meter rotor diameter, designed to optimize energy capture.

Hotline tap clamps are electrical connectors that enable safe live-line maintenance and expansion of power transmission systems without interruptions.

The clamps are crucial in the Horizonte project, easing the connection of new turbines and ensuring efficient power transmission across the grid. Hotline tap clamps reduce downtime, enhance grid stability, and support the seamless integration of renewable energy sources.

The Horizonte wind farm represents a significant milestone in Chile’s renewable energy landscape. It contributes to job creation and technological advancements.

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Earth anchors boost Chile’s auctions with battery backup.

Renewable energy auctions in Chile to power Chile

Chile’s recent power auction aims to secure 22,500 GWh of new power contracts for the 2025-2028 period, with a 60% renewable energy requirement. The auction introduces incentives for projects incorporating energy storage systems to enhance grid reliability and integrate variable renewable sources.

Earth anchors are crucial components for ensuring the structural stability of wind turbines and solar panels. This is crucial in regions with extreme weather conditions.

Earth anchors provide lateral assistance and long-term load-bearing capacity for turbine bases. This ensures structural stability, safety, and grid reliability.

The auction emphasizes the integration of battery storage systems to meet firm capacity requirements. This aims to enhance grid stability and reliability by storing excess renewable energy and reducing dependence on fossil fuels during peak demand periods.

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Innovative use of ball clevis in Chile’s fish farms enhances renewable energy integration.

Fish farming using 100% renewable energy

Ventisqueros, a Chilean salmon farming company, transitioned to using 100% renewable energy. This shift will be crucial in reducing carbon dioxide emissions and decreasing oil consumption.

A ball clevis is a heavy-duty metal connector used in securing and tensioning cables within renewable energy systems. Its application ensures structural stability and efficiency in various installations, including wind turbines and solar panel systems.

Ball clevises connect guy wires to wind turbine towers to provide stability against strong winds and ensure continuous operation of essential systems.

The clevises secure mooring cables for solar arrays on fish ponds, maintaining alignment and stability against wave action and wind loads to optimize energy production. They also support cables for small hydro turbines in fast-moving water.

The integration of renewable energy helps reduce the environmental footprint of Chile’s fish farming sector. It helps lower carbon emissions. Reduce costs and enhance sustainability.

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C-Span clamps supporting Chile’s renewable energy future

Renewable energy at the forefront of clean energy transition

Chile’s National Energy Commission launched a regulated power supply auction aiming to procure 5.4 TWh of electricity over four years. The initiative focuses on enhancing energy security, integrating renewable sources, and encouraging private investment.

C-Span clamps are crucial hardware components used in bundled conductor overhead transmission lines. They maintain proper spacing between sub-conductors to prevent clashes and wear.

The clamps are vital for dampening vibrations and reducing the risk of short circuits in high-wind regions. Using these clamps supports the efficiency and reliability of power transmission from renewable sources.

Chile’s approach to integrating battery storage and concentrated solar power in its energy auctions serves as a model for other South American countries. The country’s emphasis on dispatchable renewable energy options addresses variability challenges and ensures a stable energy supply.

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