by Emilia Lardizabal | Feb 11, 2025
The Ministry of Environment and Energy Security (MASE) establishes a roadmap to consolidate decarbonization, energy security, and sustainable development in Italy.
by Emilia Lardizabal | Feb 10, 2025
France is solidifying its leadership in floating offshore wind energy with the latest AO6 auction setting a benchmark price of €85.9/MWh, including connection and cable costs. With two new projects awarded in the Mediterranean, the country continues its ambitious expansion, aiming for over 10 GW of offshore wind capacity in the coming years.
by Emilia Lardizabal | Feb 10, 2025
The FER 2 Decree establishes a Contract for Difference for offshore wind energy with a base price of €185/MWh. According to Michele Scoppio, CEO of Gruppo Hope, the industry is calling for tariff structure adjustments due to rising CAPEX. Additionally, the Ports Decree will modernize key infrastructure for the sector’s development.
by Emilia Lardizabal | Feb 10, 2025
The recent Contracts for Difference (CfD) auction in Romania left more than 1,200 MW of renewable capacity—mainly solar—without subsidies. While wind developers secured contracts at competitive prices, solar projects are now looking for alternatives in the corporate and cross-border PPA markets. The key question remains: are there enough buyers to absorb this volume? Imre Vass analyzes PPA market trends in a conversation with Strategic Energy Europe.
by Emilia Lardizabal | Feb 10, 2025
France is driving its industrial decarbonization strategy with financial incentives and strict regulations. Noémie Papon, Director of energy and decarbonation projects at GreenFlex, details the key aspects of the process, the most polluting sectors, and the renewable energies that are transforming the industry.