
FES Colombia: The country’s top authorities will discuss the 2030 renewable energy horizon
Representatives from CREG, ACOLGEN, FENOGE, the National Planning Department (DNP), and the Ministry of Mines and Energy will discuss the decisions that will mark the transition toward a more competitive, flexible, and sustainable electricity system at the most important renewable energy meeting in the sector.

MITECO launches the Electrical Planning Proposal for 2030 to a public audience
With an associated investment of approximately 13.6 billion, it gives priority to covering the country’s industrial and development needs. The autonomous communities had the opportunity to assess the Proposal last September. Allegations can be submitted until December 16.

Sungrow advances with new solutions for large-scale solar and BESS projects
The company showcases three of its flagship products in PVBook, the international strategic catalogue: the SG350HX inverter and the ST5015UX-2H and ST5015UX-4H storage systems, designed to maximise efficiency.

Spain redefines the framework for self-consumption and distributed storage
The new Royal Decree will remain open for public consultation until 24 October, although the sector does not foresee significant changes being demanded. Which areas hold the greatest potential under the new provisions?

MITECO launches the Electrical Planning Proposal for 2030 to a public audience
With an associated investment of approximately 13.6 billion, it gives priority to covering the country’s industrial and development needs. The autonomous communities had the opportunity to assess the Proposal last September. Allegations can be submitted until December 16.

Sungrow advances with new solutions for large-scale solar and BESS projects
The company showcases three of its flagship products in PVBook, the international strategic catalogue: the SG350HX inverter and the ST5015UX-2H and ST5015UX-4H storage systems, designed to maximise efficiency.

Spain redefines the framework for self-consumption and distributed storage
The new Royal Decree will remain open for public consultation until 24 October, although the sector does not foresee significant changes being demanded. Which areas hold the greatest potential under the new provisions?

European PPA market rebounds as Italy and Spain lead corporate momentum
Nineteen PPAs totalling 653 MW were signed, driven by corporate agreements in Italy and Spain. While volumes increased compared to August, the solar share continues to decline and the market approaches year-end cautiously.

Tripartite contracts proposed to stabilise energy prices and attract clean industrial investment
During the AEGE Energy Forum 2025, industry representatives proposed a new model of three-party contracts between the public sector, energy producers and electro‑intensive consumers — a formula aimed at reducing volatility and accelerating decarbonisation.

Renewables, lower demand, and gas prices put downward pressure on European electricity markets in the first week of October
Photovoltaic production reached historic records for a single day in October in the main European markets, and wind energy also reached record levels in several of them. The increase in renewable generation, along with lower electricity demand in most markets and the drop in gas prices, were the main factors behind the price decline. For their part, CO2 futures reached their highest settlement price since mid-February, above €79/t, and Brent futures reached their lowest since the end of May.

Europe moves away from negative bidding: Contracts for Difference take the lead in offshore wind
Denmark, Germany and the Netherlands are scrapping negative bidding in offshore wind auctions and adopting Contracts for Difference (CfDs) after years of failed tenders and stalled investment. WindEurope hails the shift as key to cutting costs and accelerating offshore expansion.
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FES Colombia: The country’s top authorities will discuss the 2030 renewable energy horizon
Representatives from CREG, ACOLGEN, FENOGE, the National Planning Department (DNP), and the Ministry of Mines and Energy will discuss the decisions that will mark the transition toward a more competitive, flexible, and sustainable electricity system at the most important renewable energy meeting in the sector.
FES Colombia: Las principales autoridades del país debatirán el horizonte renovable 2030
Representantes de la CREG, ACOLGEN, FENOGE, el Departamento Nacional de Planeación (DNP) y Ministerio de Minas y Energía abordarán las decisiones que marcarán la transición hacia un sistema eléctrico más competitivo, flexible y sostenible en el encuentro de las energías renovables más importante del sector.
MITECO launches the Electrical Planning Proposal for 2030 to a public audience
With an associated investment of approximately 13.6 billion, it gives priority to covering the country’s industrial and development needs. The autonomous communities had the opportunity to assess the Proposal last September. Allegations can be submitted until December 16.
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Europe moves away from negative bidding: Contracts for Difference take the lead in offshore wind
Denmark, Germany and the Netherlands are scrapping negative bidding in offshore wind auctions and adopting Contracts for Difference (CfDs) after years of failed tenders and stalled investment. WindEurope hails the shift as key to cutting costs and accelerating offshore expansion.

Tripartite contracts proposed to stabilise energy prices and attract clean industrial investment
During the AEGE Energy Forum 2025, industry representatives proposed a new model of three-party contracts between the public sector, energy producers and electro‑intensive consumers — a formula aimed at reducing volatility and accelerating decarbonisation.

Renewables, lower demand, and gas prices put downward pressure on European electricity markets in the first week of October
Photovoltaic production reached historic records for a single day in October in the main European markets, and wind energy also reached record levels in several of them. The increase in renewable generation, along with lower electricity demand in most markets and the drop in gas prices, were the main factors behind the price decline. For their part, CO2 futures reached their highest settlement price since mid-February, above €79/t, and Brent futures reached their lowest since the end of May.

Europe moves away from negative bidding: Contracts for Difference take the lead in offshore wind
Denmark, Germany and the Netherlands are scrapping negative bidding in offshore wind auctions and adopting Contracts for Difference (CfDs) after years of failed tenders and stalled investment. WindEurope hails the shift as key to cutting costs and accelerating offshore expansion.

The photovoltaic sector stabilized in 2024 but urgent changes are needed for its growth, such as the necessary advancement of electrification
According to UNEF’s 2024 Annual Report, a total of 7,221 MW were installed last year, mainly on land, with 6,039 MW of new capacity installed. However, self-consumption registered a 31% drop in installed capacity compared to 2023, with only 1,182 MW of new capacity by the end of 2024.

Endurance and Kenergy have received the green light for their first major 64 MWh Stand-Alone BESS project in Spain
With the acquisition of grid access permits for both generation and demand, Endurance is making progress in its growth plan after closing an agreement with Kenergy that will bring 800 MWh to market.

MITECO to launch public consultation on new Royal Decree aimed at revitalising collective self-consumption
The document is expected to be published before Wednesday, with high expectations that the proposed measures will enhance citizen participation, efficiency and transparency within Spain’s collective self-consumption model.

Welsh ports strengthen their strategic role in offshore wind expansion
Wales’ natural deep-water ports, proximity to major leasing zones and strong supply chains position the nation as a key hub for offshore wind. The sector could create 29,000 jobs and £4.5 billion in economic value by 2030.

Panda 3.0 Plus and Pro: Yingli Solar strengthens its utility-scale offering with N-Type technology
The Chinese company stands out with its high-efficiency bifacial modules Panda 3.0 Plus 720W and Panda 3.0 Pro 630W in the PVBook 2025 international catalog, prepared by Energía Estragica.

The ENTSO-E report issued today does not blame renewables for the blackout
The European grid operator makes it clear in its report today that the April 28 blackout was not due to an excess of renewable energy. The report does not identify inertia issues, but rather voltage control issues. The regulations in force at the time of the blackout did not allow renewables to control voltage, even though they were technically prepared to do so.

Majorities of the Spanish and UK public exposed to climate disinformation after the Iberian blackout and say countermeasures would be effective
Over 80% acknowledge human impact on the climate crisis, yet most fell for false claims about the 28 April blackout. A study warns that digital manipulation is threatening public debate in Spain and the United Kingdom.


Tongwei Launches TNC 2.0 Module Products at Intersolar Europe 2025, Delivering Full-Scenario Performance Upgrades
“Real innovation must serve both people and the planet, enabling a balance between development and sustainability.Each Tongwei module is more than a solar product. It is a living part of the energy system,” said Liu.
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29-30 October

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26-27 November

Rural areas generate 84% of renewable energy in Spain and are becoming strategic areas for the country.
Castilla-La Mancha generates more than 25% of all its electricity from solar photovoltaic energy and is one of the regions with the greatest room for growth in biomass and energy storage. “The energy transition is not only an environmental opportunity, but also a lever for development and territorial cohesion,” stressed Marina Serrano, president of aelēc, during the conference “Rural Environment: Energy Transition and Economic Integration” held in Toledo.

Las redes eléctricas en España requieren más inversión para responder a las nuevas demandas energéticas
El informe, presentado por Deloitte durante el desayuno informativo ‘Conectando el futuro: redes eléctricas para una España más competitiva’, advierte de un marco retributivo poco atractivo para la inversión y apunta varias claves para aprovechar la oportunidad de país. Hasta el momento, España cuenta con la menor Tasa de Retribución Financiera de las inversiones en redes de distribución en Europa (5,58%).

Spain’s electricity grids require more investment to meet new energy demands.
The report, presented by Deloitte during the information breakfast “Connecting the Future: Electricity Grids for a More Competitive Spain,” warns of an unattractive remuneration framework for investment and suggests several key factors for taking advantage of the country’s opportunity. To date, Spain has the lowest Financial Return on Investment in Distribution Networks in Europe (5.58%).

Rural areas generate 84% of renewable energy in Spain and are becoming strategic areas for the country.
Castilla-La Mancha generates more than 25% of all its electricity from solar photovoltaic energy and is one of the regions with the greatest room for growth in biomass and energy storage. “The energy transition is not only an environmental opportunity, but also a lever for development and territorial cohesion,” stressed Marina Serrano, president of aelēc, during the conference “Rural Environment: Energy Transition and Economic Integration” held in Toledo.

Las redes eléctricas en España requieren más inversión para responder a las nuevas demandas energéticas
El informe, presentado por Deloitte durante el desayuno informativo ‘Conectando el futuro: redes eléctricas para una España más competitiva’, advierte de un marco retributivo poco atractivo para la inversión y apunta varias claves para aprovechar la oportunidad de país. Hasta el momento, España cuenta con la menor Tasa de Retribución Financiera de las inversiones en redes de distribución en Europa (5,58%).

Spain’s electricity grids require more investment to meet new energy demands.
The report, presented by Deloitte during the information breakfast “Connecting the Future: Electricity Grids for a More Competitive Spain,” warns of an unattractive remuneration framework for investment and suggests several key factors for taking advantage of the country’s opportunity. To date, Spain has the lowest Financial Return on Investment in Distribution Networks in Europe (5.58%).

Schletter focuses on Iberia and Latin America with solar structures designed to maximize profitability
In an exclusive interview, Alejandro Ramos, Sales Director Spain & Latam at Schletter, highlights the company’s strategy to consolidate its leadership in the UK, France, the Netherlands, and Germany, while replicating that model in Iberia through partnerships with European investors. At the same time, the company is expanding in Latin America with turnkey solutions and structures tailored to each country’s conditions.

IPROCEL plans expansion in Brazil, Ecuador and Panama focusing on storage and floating energy
In an exclusive audiovisual interview with Strategic Energy during FES Iberia 2025, Laura Nuez Santana, Head of Production and Business Development at IPROCEL, outlines how the company is diversifying its services to lead the global energy transition. The Canary Islands-based firm plans to expand into Brazil, Ecuador and Panama, and already boasts over 50 GW of installed capacity across 40 countries.

Chemik Group projects 50% growth in 2025 with new products and international expansion
In an exclusive interview during FES Iberia 2025, Héctor Erdociain, CSO & CTO of Chemik Group, explains how the company is sustaining its growth through a new technological solution focused on post-installation operational safety, currently undergoing field testing. Early project planning and technical responsiveness are driving its expansion strategy across Spain, Chile, Peru, Colombia, Mexico, and the United States.

Schletter focuses on Iberia and Latin America with solar structures designed to maximize profitability
In an exclusive interview, Alejandro Ramos, Sales Director Spain & Latam at Schletter, highlights the company’s strategy to consolidate its leadership in the UK, France, the Netherlands, and Germany, while replicating that model in Iberia through partnerships with European investors. At the same time, the company is expanding in Latin America with turnkey solutions and structures tailored to each country’s conditions.

IPROCEL plans expansion in Brazil, Ecuador and Panama focusing on storage and floating energy
In an exclusive audiovisual interview with Strategic Energy during FES Iberia 2025, Laura Nuez Santana, Head of Production and Business Development at IPROCEL, outlines how the company is diversifying its services to lead the global energy transition. The Canary Islands-based firm plans to expand into Brazil, Ecuador and Panama, and already boasts over 50 GW of installed capacity across 40 countries.

Chemik Group projects 50% growth in 2025 with new products and international expansion
In an exclusive interview during FES Iberia 2025, Héctor Erdociain, CSO & CTO of Chemik Group, explains how the company is sustaining its growth through a new technological solution focused on post-installation operational safety, currently undergoing field testing. Early project planning and technical responsiveness are driving its expansion strategy across Spain, Chile, Peru, Colombia, Mexico, and the United States.


Europe needs €584 billion in grids by 2030: RGI discusses the risks and opportunities in the new package
Although the European Commission plans to formally present and adopt the European Grid Package in the fourth quarter of 2025, its impact will largely depend on the ability to address the issues already identified in the EU Grid Action Plan.

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120 GW deficit: Poland’s capacity market and the urgent need to balance renewables with flexible generation
In the 2024 energy auctions, Poland awarded more than 1.6 GW of renewable capacity, with 91% allocated to photovoltaic projects. Maciej Jakubik, an expert in EU regulations and policies at Forum Energii, explains to Strategic Energy Europe the reason behind this phenomenon and the regulatory challenges faced by wind projects.


We launched MPD: A new platform for data, regulations, and statistics on automotive and electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Latin America
Mobility Portal Data is a new, exclusive market intelligence platform with reliable data and key reports for smart decision-making in the automotive sector, including both combustion and electric vehicles, as well as charging infrastructure.

Trump behind an “electric vehicle blackout” while challenging Mexico once again
The newly elected president of the United States reaffirmed his intention to “end the new ‘green deal'” and “revoke the mandate for electric vehicles,” with Elon Musk applauding. What could this mean for the Mexican automotive industry?

We launched MPD: A new platform for data, regulations, and statistics on automotive and electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Latin America
Mobility Portal Data is a new, exclusive market intelligence platform with reliable data and key reports for smart decision-making in the automotive sector, including both combustion and electric vehicles, as well as charging infrastructure.

Trump behind an “electric vehicle blackout” while challenging Mexico once again
The newly elected president of the United States reaffirmed his intention to “end the new ‘green deal'” and “revoke the mandate for electric vehicles,” with Elon Musk applauding. What could this mean for the Mexican automotive industry?


Hayer (Renew Europe): “Europe must stay firm on the green transition despite Trump”

Driveco: “Our Goal is to Deploy Over 1,000 Charging Points and Invest €100 Million in CAPEX”
In a fragmented market, Driveco enters Spain with a strategic investment plan and a comprehensive approach to managing the entire value chain. Christian Revilla, Country Manager for Spain, shares exclusive insights with Mobility Portal Europe about the company’s roadmap to becoming a leader in destination charging.

Hayer (Renew Europe): “Europe must stay firm on the green transition despite Trump”

Driveco: “Our Goal is to Deploy Over 1,000 Charging Points and Invest €100 Million in CAPEX”
In a fragmented market, Driveco enters Spain with a strategic investment plan and a comprehensive approach to managing the entire value chain. Christian Revilla, Country Manager for Spain, shares exclusive insights with Mobility Portal Europe about the company’s roadmap to becoming a leader in destination charging.
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Energy Revolution in the Andean Region30 July

EU solar workforce reaches record heights in 2024, but growth expected to stall in 2025
At the end of 2024, the EU solar sector employed a record number of 865,000 jobs, representing a 5% growth since 2023. However, SolarPower Europe’s annual EU Solar Jobs report cautions that for the first time in nearly a decade, solar jobs are decreasing, with the solar workforce anticipated to drop by 5%, to around 825,000 jobs in 2025.

MACSE auction: record prices in italy spark debate on profitability and merchant alternatives
Terna’s first auction for 10 GWh of storage closed with an average price of €12,959/MWh-year, well below the ceiling of €37,000/MWh-year. While the market celebrates the competitiveness, experts raise concerns over profitability and highlight merchant options and new revenue structures.

The wind sector demands administrative agility and a stable regulatory framework to provide certainty for investments
During the Wind Farm Operational Analysis session, Rocío Sicre, President of the Wind Energy Business Association, mentioned 10 points that should guide the roadmap for the coming years to promote the technology.

Spain: Electricity for large-scale industry is 154% more expensive than in France
The AEGE Energy Barometer for September 2025 reveals that domestic electro-intensive consumers pay 2.5 times more than in France and 34% more than in Germany, widening the competitive gap in the industrial sector.

Spain launches quarter-hourly market: precision, data and a new playing field
Industry representatives stress that the change sharpens price signals, reduces deviations, demands greater forecasting accuracy and, at the same time, opens up new opportunities for profitability, flexibility, storage and demand management.

The IDAE and the CIS will prepare a 2025-2026 barometer on the energy transition and social perceptions surrounding its policies
The study will develop surveys and debates on aspects related to the energy transition, such as renewable deployment, electric mobility or self-consumption, among other issues. Its results will guide the design of new public policies to drive this transformation and take advantage of the economic and industrial benefits associated with the country’s renewable potential. It will have a total budget of 355,000 euros, of which 70% will be covered by the Institute, while the CIS will assume the remainder.

Huawei strengthens its leadership in Latin America with high-efficiency storage and intelligent diagnostics
The company is showcasing its utility-scale storage solution at PVBook, with 4.5 MWh of usable capacity per container, reinforcing its strategy to meet the growing demand for backup in large solar projects.

FES Peru: Major energy firms unveiled over 6 GW in projects and record solar prices
Future Energy Summit presented the new map of renewable investments in the country alongside more than 400 industry leaders. During the event, plans for future NCRE and BESS plants were detailed, as well as solar energy price projections below USD 35/MWh.