How sites for wind turbines are selected: good wind is not the only criteria
In order for Lithuania to produce all the electricity required in the country from renewable energy sources in just a few decades, wind energy will need to play a significant role. The conditions for the development of this type of energy are favourable, since wind turbines can be built in almost all area
Eight months at the wind parks: a new production record in sight
The amount of electricity produced by the wind parks operating in Lithuania has jumped by almost a tenth during the first eight months of the year. About 40 percent of the country’s electricity production is being generated by just three wind parks. In January-August 2020, Lithuania’s wind parks produ
Lithuania’s ambitious goals for the energy sector demand ambitious measures: will they be found?
On its way toward the ambitious goal of generating 100% of its electricity from renewable resources, Lithuania has faltered for the first time: the second green energy auction has been declared as undersubscribed because less than three applications had been submitted to it. In order for this scenario to
Offshore wind energy: can we create a success story?
Preparatory work for the development of the offshore wind energy industry in Lithuania is progressing rapidly, as the government has now approved a package of draft laws that will create the necessary regulatory environment. Some important next steps are the preparation of a measured and attractive condit
Two new members from Lithuania and abroad – GriJana and Ørsted – have joined LVEA
The Lithuanian Wind Power Association (LVEA) is growing and is introducing two new members. One of the two is Klaipeda-based company GriJana, the center activity of the company is the quality control of metal structures in the Baltic States. Another one is Fredericia-based, international Danish energy com