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April 8, 2026Argentina’s province launches BESS call for AlmaSADI tender
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The provincial utility EPEC seeks battery energy storage projects totalling 100 MW and up to 500 MWh, aiming to position them in a national procurement expected to mobilise USD 700 million in investment with 15-year contracts.
April 8, 2026Spain adds 650 MW of renewables as clean power tops 60% in March
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Spain’s power system began 2026 with 650 MW of new renewable capacity, driven mainly by solar PV. In March, clean energy sources reached 63.1% of the electricity mix, led by wind (22.4%), while demand declined by 1.8% year-on-year, according to data from Red Eléctrica de España.
April 8, 2026Brazil unveils draft rules for $2.2bn transmission auction to expand power grid
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April 8, 2026Live today: Latin America’s energy leaders tackle storage, PPAs and renewables
April 8, 2026Industry leaders will examine business models, technological innovation and key drivers for project development across Latin America.
April 8, 2026Argentina’s province launches BESS call for AlmaSADI tender
April 8, 2026The provincial utility EPEC seeks battery energy storage projects totalling 100 MW and up to 500 MWh, aiming to position them in a national procurement expected to mobilise USD 700 million in investment with 15-year contracts.
April 8, 2026Spain adds 650 MW of renewables as clean power tops 60% in March
April 8, 2026Spain’s power system began 2026 with 650 MW of new renewable capacity, driven mainly by solar PV. In March, clean energy sources reached 63.1% of the electricity mix, led by wind (22.4%), while demand declined by 1.8% year-on-year, according to data from Red Eléctrica de España.
April 8, 2026Brazil unveils draft rules for $2.2bn transmission auction to expand power grid
April 8, 2026The tender includes over 2,000 km of transmission lines and key grid infrastructure to enhance reliability and support power system expansion across multiple regions.
April 8, 2026Argentina’s province launches BESS call for AlmaSADI tender
April 8, 2026The provincial utility EPEC seeks battery energy storage projects totalling 100 MW and up to 500 MWh, aiming to position them in a national procurement expected to mobilise USD 700 million in investment with 15-year contracts.
April 8, 2026Spain adds 650 MW of renewables as clean power tops 60% in March
April 8, 2026Spain’s power system began 2026 with 650 MW of new renewable capacity, driven mainly by solar PV. In March, clean energy sources reached 63.1% of the electricity mix, led by wind (22.4%), while demand declined by 1.8% year-on-year, according to data from Red Eléctrica de España.
April 8, 2026Brazil unveils draft rules for $2.2bn transmission auction to expand power grid
April 8, 2026The tender includes over 2,000 km of transmission lines and key grid infrastructure to enhance reliability and support power system expansion across multiple regions.
April 8, 2026Peru launches USD 675m power transmission tender to strengthen national grid
April 8, 2026The initiative aims to strengthen grid reliability, expand transmission capacity and support rising electricity demand across key regions, boosting economic and social development.
April 8, 2026Wattkraft introduces Huawei’s 241 kWh battery and new C&I solar solutions
April 8, 2026The new solutions expand solar PV storage and energy management capabilities, with a strong focus on the commercial and industrial (C&I) segment. The highlight is Huawei’s new LUNA2000-241-2S1 cabinet battery, offering up to 241 kWh.
April 7, 2026Spain’s window for solar PPAs narrows as new Royal Decree seeks to ease market pressure
April 7, 2026With captured solar prices falling below €15/MWh and more than 40 GW competing for 30 GW of demand, the market is reshaping contracts. “The window is closed from the seller’s perspective,” warns Álvaro de Simón, while Royal Decree-Law 7/2026—already ratified—introduces key relief measures for the industry, such as an 80% reduction in grid charges and the expansion of self-consumption schemes to a 5 km radius.
April 7, 2026Mexico boosts BESS investment case with new storage contract framework
April 7, 2026According to Javier Gaona, Principal BESS Consultant & Software Architect at Power Flow Analytics, the new contract reduces regulatory uncertainty and could lower the cost of capital by 150–250 basis points, enabling revenue streams such as energy arbitrage, frequency regulation and firm capacity—services that previously lacked clear monetisation.
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April 8, 2026Live today: Latin America’s energy leaders tackle storage, PPAs and renewables
April 8, 2026Industry leaders will examine business models, technological innovation and key drivers for project development across Latin America.
April 8, 2026Argentina’s province launches BESS call for AlmaSADI tender
April 8, 2026The provincial utility EPEC seeks battery energy storage projects totalling 100 MW and up to 500 MWh, aiming to position them in a national procurement expected to mobilise USD 700 million in investment with 15-year contracts.
April 8, 2026Spain adds 650 MW of renewables as clean power tops 60% in March
April 8, 2026Spain’s power system began 2026 with 650 MW of new renewable capacity, driven mainly by solar PV. In March, clean energy sources reached 63.1% of the electricity mix, led by wind (22.4%), while demand declined by 1.8% year-on-year, according to data from Red Eléctrica de España.
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April 7, 2026Mexico boosts BESS investment case with new storage contract framework
April 7, 2026According to Javier Gaona, Principal BESS Consultant & Software Architect at Power Flow Analytics, the new contract reduces regulatory uncertainty and could lower the cost of capital by 150–250 basis points, enabling revenue streams such as energy arbitrage, frequency regulation and firm capacity—services that previously lacked clear monetisation.
April 8, 2026Peru launches USD 675m power transmission tender to strengthen national grid
April 8, 2026The initiative aims to strengthen grid reliability, expand transmission capacity and support rising electricity demand across key regions, boosting economic and social development.
April 8, 2026Wattkraft introduces Huawei’s 241 kWh battery and new C&I solar solutions
April 8, 2026The new solutions expand solar PV storage and energy management capabilities, with a strong focus on the commercial and industrial (C&I) segment. The highlight is Huawei’s new LUNA2000-241-2S1 cabinet battery, offering up to 241 kWh.
April 7, 2026Spain’s window for solar PPAs narrows as new Royal Decree seeks to ease market pressure
April 7, 2026With captured solar prices falling below €15/MWh and more than 40 GW competing for 30 GW of demand, the market is reshaping contracts. “The window is closed from the seller’s perspective,” warns Álvaro de Simón, while Royal Decree-Law 7/2026—already ratified—introduces key relief measures for the industry, such as an 80% reduction in grid charges and the expansion of self-consumption schemes to a 5 km radius.
April 7, 2026Mexico boosts BESS investment case with new storage contract framework
April 7, 2026According to Javier Gaona, Principal BESS Consultant & Software Architect at Power Flow Analytics, the new contract reduces regulatory uncertainty and could lower the cost of capital by 150–250 basis points, enabling revenue streams such as energy arbitrage, frequency regulation and firm capacity—services that previously lacked clear monetisation.
April 7, 2026Solar manufacturers expect demand shift and price increases as AIKO doubles down on R&D
April 7, 2026The Product Solution Manager Southern Europe Utility at AIKO, Guillermo Estébanez, states that 2025 marked the bottom in module costs after two years of decline. Factors such as rising silver and silicon prices, along with fiscal changes in China, could drive increases of up to +0.22 CNY/W, while the company is betting on new solutions such as copper metallisation to reduce costs and ensure stability in the supply chain.
April 7, 2026GameChange Solar shifts from tracker manufacturer to energy solutions provider in Argentina
April 7, 2026At FES Argentina 2026, the company highlighted its transition towards an integrated model focused on LCOE, construction efficiency, and new business lines such as transformers and BOS, aiming to strengthen its presence in the local market.
April 7, 2026Revolve secures grid connection for 130 MW wind project in Mexico
April 7, 2026The North American renewable energy company has signed a final interconnection agreement for its EL24 wind farm in Tamaulipas, while also advancing environmental and regulatory approvals needed to move the project toward Ready-to-Build status.
April 6, 2026Guatemala tender awards over 700 MW of solar-plus-storage capacity
April 6, 2026PEG-5 auction allocates 1.1 GW of clean energy out of 1.5 GW total, positioning storage-backed renewables at the core of future power system expansion
April 6, 2026Peru elections with over 30 candidates: who’s leading and what they propose for renewables
April 6, 2026Less than a week before the 12 April elections, Peru faces a highly fragmented landscape and widespread voter indecision, with nearly one-third of the electorate still undecided. At the same time, leading candidates broadly agree on promoting renewable energy, albeit with limited policy detail, as the sector anticipates strong growth and awaits the regulation of Law 32249.
April 6, 2026CATL backs Argentina with 1.1 GWh BESS megaproject
April 6, 2026The company is advancing a BESS project exceeding 1 GWh in the country, positioning Argentina as a strategic market amid renewable growth and public tenders such as AlmaGBA and AlmaSADI for storage systems.
April 6, 2026Mexico’s CFE secures 900 MW solar and 450 MW storage in new PPAs
April 6, 2026CFE’s qualified supply subsidiary signs power purchase agreements with Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners to integrate two solar PV projects in Campeche, supporting Mexico’s renewable energy and grid reliability strategy.
November 20, 2025Global PV manufacturer plans 60 MW of distributed solar in Colombia by 2025
November 20, 2025At FES Colombia 2025, JA Solar highlighted the rapid expansion of distributed generation, which is now outpacing large-scale solar amid regulatory challenges and rising electricity demand.
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April 7, 2026Spain’s window for solar PPAs narrows as new Royal Decree seeks to ease market pressure
April 7, 2026With captured solar prices falling below €15/MWh and more than 40 GW competing for 30 GW of demand, the market is reshaping contracts. “The window is closed from the seller’s perspective,” warns Álvaro de Simón, while Royal Decree-Law 7/2026—already ratified—introduces key relief measures for the industry, such as an 80% reduction in grid charges and the expansion of self-consumption schemes to a 5 km radius.
April 7, 2026Solar manufacturers expect demand shift and price increases as AIKO doubles down on R&D
April 7, 2026The Product Solution Manager Southern Europe Utility at AIKO, Guillermo Estébanez, states that 2025 marked the bottom in module costs after two years of decline. Factors such as rising silver and silicon prices, along with fiscal changes in China, could drive increases of up to +0.22 CNY/W, while the company is betting on new solutions such as copper metallisation to reduce costs and ensure stability in the supply chain.
March 26, 2026Spain prepares vote on energy plan triggered by Middle East tensions
March 26, 2026Lawmakers will vote on the ratification of a €5 billion emergency package aimed at strengthening energy security amid global market volatility. The decree introduces new rules for grid access, accelerates renewable energy deployment through priority development zones, and reshapes incentives for electrification, energy storage and industrial decarbonization.
April 7, 2026Spain’s window for solar PPAs narrows as new Royal Decree seeks to ease market pressure
April 7, 2026With captured solar prices falling below €15/MWh and more than 40 GW competing for 30 GW of demand, the market is reshaping contracts. “The window is closed from the seller’s perspective,” warns Álvaro de Simón, while Royal Decree-Law 7/2026—already ratified—introduces key relief measures for the industry, such as an 80% reduction in grid charges and the expansion of self-consumption schemes to a 5 km radius.
April 7, 2026Solar manufacturers expect demand shift and price increases as AIKO doubles down on R&D
April 7, 2026The Product Solution Manager Southern Europe Utility at AIKO, Guillermo Estébanez, states that 2025 marked the bottom in module costs after two years of decline. Factors such as rising silver and silicon prices, along with fiscal changes in China, could drive increases of up to +0.22 CNY/W, while the company is betting on new solutions such as copper metallisation to reduce costs and ensure stability in the supply chain.
March 26, 2026Spain prepares vote on energy plan triggered by Middle East tensions
March 26, 2026Lawmakers will vote on the ratification of a €5 billion emergency package aimed at strengthening energy security amid global market volatility. The decree introduces new rules for grid access, accelerates renewable energy deployment through priority development zones, and reshapes incentives for electrification, energy storage and industrial decarbonization.
April 7, 2026Peru identifies over 20 GW of wind power potential, led by northern regions
April 7, 2026Piura (7,098 MW) and Lambayeque (7,017 MW) stand out among the regions with the highest wind generation capacity, positioning them as strategic development hubs.
April 6, 2026Peru elections with over 30 candidates: who’s leading and what they propose for renewables
April 6, 2026Less than a week before the 12 April elections, Peru faces a highly fragmented landscape and widespread voter indecision, with nearly one-third of the electorate still undecided. At the same time, leading candidates broadly agree on promoting renewable energy, albeit with limited policy detail, as the sector anticipates strong growth and awaits the regulation of Law 32249.
April 1, 2026Petrobras advances Brazil’s first offshore wind pilot with geotechnical study
April 1, 2026The 18 MW project marks a milestone for offshore wind in South America, as regional governments move to establish regulatory frameworks and attract renewable energy investment.
April 7, 2026Peru identifies over 20 GW of wind power potential, led by northern regions
April 7, 2026Piura (7,098 MW) and Lambayeque (7,017 MW) stand out among the regions with the highest wind generation capacity, positioning them as strategic development hubs.
April 6, 2026Peru elections with over 30 candidates: who’s leading and what they propose for renewables
April 6, 2026Less than a week before the 12 April elections, Peru faces a highly fragmented landscape and widespread voter indecision, with nearly one-third of the electorate still undecided. At the same time, leading candidates broadly agree on promoting renewable energy, albeit with limited policy detail, as the sector anticipates strong growth and awaits the regulation of Law 32249.
April 1, 2026Petrobras advances Brazil’s first offshore wind pilot with geotechnical study
April 1, 2026The 18 MW project marks a milestone for offshore wind in South America, as regional governments move to establish regulatory frameworks and attract renewable energy investment.
July 11, 2025Europe needs €584 billion in grids by 2030: RGI discusses the risks and opportunities in the new package
July 11, 2025Although 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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January 27, 2025120 GW deficit: Poland’s capacity market and the urgent need to balance renewables with flexible generation
January 27, 2025In 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.
April 29, 2025We launched MPD: A new platform for data, regulations, and statistics on automotive and electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Latin America
April 29, 2025Mobility 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.
January 27, 2025Trump behind an “electric vehicle blackout” while challenging Mexico once again
January 27, 2025The 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?
April 29, 2025We launched MPD: A new platform for data, regulations, and statistics on automotive and electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Latin America
April 29, 2025Mobility 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.
January 27, 2025Trump behind an “electric vehicle blackout” while challenging Mexico once again
January 27, 2025The 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?
February 4, 2025Hayer (Renew Europe): “Europe must stay firm on the green transition despite Trump”
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February 2, 2025Driveco: “Our Goal is to Deploy Over 1,000 Charging Points and Invest €100 Million in CAPEX”
February 2, 2025In 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.
February 4, 2025Hayer (Renew Europe): “Europe must stay firm on the green transition despite Trump”
February 4, 2025
February 2, 2025Driveco: “Our Goal is to Deploy Over 1,000 Charging Points and Invest €100 Million in CAPEX”
February 2, 2025In 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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April 2, 2026Central America’s solar divide: Guatemala accelerates while Honduras hits grid limits
April 2, 2026Transmission capacity, regulation and country risk are shaping renewable energy growth across Central America, with Guatemala gaining momentum while Honduras faces grid limitations.
April 1, 2026FES Caribe 2026 to gather top renewable energy leaders in Dominican Republic
April 1, 2026The fifth edition of the event will take place in April in Santo Domingo and will feature representatives from leading companies such as Sungrow, CATL, JA Solar and CIFI. In a market that received bids totalling 1,655 MWp with energy storage, the focus will be on those shaping the regional energy business.
April 1, 2026360Energy & Stellantis power Argentina with new 8 MW solar PV project
April 1, 2026An 8 MW solar PV project now supplies Stellantis’ Córdoba industrial complex with clean electricity, as part of a USD 100 million investment plan to accelerate renewable energy use and decarbonisation in Argentina.
April 1, 2026Orygen pushes ahead with Peru’s largest hybrid wind–solar plant
April 1, 2026The company is progressing with the Wayra Solar wind–solar complex in Ica, which will exceed 400 MW of installed capacity and is expected to begin commercial operations in the final quarter of the year.
April 1, 2026Petrobras advances Brazil’s first offshore wind pilot with geotechnical study
April 1, 2026The 18 MW project marks a milestone for offshore wind in South America, as regional governments move to establish regulatory frameworks and attract renewable energy investment.
April 1, 2026Mexico’s state utility faces 580% oversubscription in renewables tender
April 1, 2026Permits, grid access and financial structure will determine which renewable energy projects succeed in Mexico’s highly competitive 7.5 GW mixed-investment call.
April 1, 2026Germany doubles demand in its wind auction with record prices: how low did they go?
April 1, 2026Germany’s onshore wind auction doubled the tendered capacity (7,858 MW vs. 3,445 MW), pushing prices to their lowest level since 2018, while rooftop solar PV saw lower participation (177 MW vs. 283 MW tendered) but stable tariffs.
April 1, 2026Chile approves three renewable projects, unlocking $1bn in investment
April 1, 2026Under President José Antonio Kast’s administration, Chile approves major wind and hybrid solar-wind projects, boosting renewable energy capacity and grid integration across key regions.
