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  • Lessons from the UK's first CfD auction

    09 April 2015

    The UK's inaugural Contracts for Difference auction was seen as a success in driving down prices for the government. In what way will future auctions be different, and who are likely to be the big winners, ask Charles Yates and Mark Hughes

  • Areva shares fall 18% after renewables sales slide

    01 August 2014

    French energy company Areva saw more than €1 billion ($1.3 billion) wiped from its market value after a poor renewables performance helped push it to a €694 million first-half loss.

  • Gamesa and Areva seek to expand offshore wind business in joint venture

    07 July 2014

    Wind turbine manufacturer Gamesa has teamed up with renewables firm Areva in a partnership the pair say will enable them to take on 20% of offshore wind in Europe.

  • Gamesa and Areva join forces to create 'European offshore wind champion'

    21 January 2014

    Wind turbine maker Gamesa and power group Areva have agreed to join forces on offshore wind power, aiming to establish a leading position in the market.