by Emilia Lardizabal | Feb 6, 2025
In an interview with Strategic Energy Europe, Romania’s Ministry of Energy highlighted a record-breaking year in 2024, with the addition of 1,200 MW of new energy capacity, 700 MW of which came from renewable sources. As part of this progress, 333 MW were connected in December, stemming from 116 awarded projects. Looking ahead to 2025, the country aims to double this capacity, strengthening its commitment to renewable expansion and modernizing its electricity infrastructure.
by Emilia Lardizabal | Feb 6, 2025
With about 3 GW of renewable projects under development and an innovative approach to agrivoltaics and storage, Filippo Fontana, Coo of vexuvo, details how the Italian company is consolidating its position in the market, overcoming regulatory challenges, with concrete plans to start construction of its first plants in 2025 and achieve sustained growth until 2028.
by Emilia Lardizabal | Feb 6, 2025
The trend of PPAs in Romania has tripled its contract volume in 2024, with prices ranging between 65 and 85 €/MWh. However, according to Corina Melchor, Senior Clean Energy Advisor at Trio Advisory, regulatory uncertainty and the low liquidity of the market present challenges for the sustained growth of long-term power purchase agreements.
by Emilia Lardizabal | Feb 5, 2025
Italy introduces regulatory changes to accelerate renewable energy permits. However, Eugenio Tranchino, Head of Italy and Partner at Watson Farley & Williams, states that the slow granting of permits and administrative inefficiency remain obstacles that jeopardize the achievement of the 2030 climate goals.
by Emilia Lardizabal | Feb 5, 2025
Alpiq, a leader in renewable hydropower generation, is expanding its portfolio of flexible assets with BESS storage projects across Europe, marking a decisive step toward decarbonization. Additionally, it highlights its expertise in PPAs and the positive impact of 2024 on its strategy.
February 6, 2025Romania Installed 700 MW of Renewables in 2024 and Prepares to Double Its Capacity in 2025
