November 7, 2024Italy is Projected to Surpass 7 GW of New Installed Capacity by 2024

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Italy is Projected to Surpass 7 GW of New Installed Capacity by 2024

Italy is on track to break its record, reaching 7 GW of new renewable energy installations in 2024 despite the uncertainty generated by the government’s support scheme, according to Francesco Marghella, an energy systems specialist. Additionally, he notes that the MACSE will play a crucial role in the market but expresses concerns over the competitiveness of the initial auction.

November 5, 2024Italy drives 2.2 GW of renewable energy projects under environmental processing, with agrovoltaics and wind power leading the way

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Italy drives 2.2 GW of renewable energy projects under environmental processing, with agrovoltaics and wind power leading the way

Italy has made significant progress in renewable energy, registering 2.2 GW of projects under environmental processing in October 2024, according to a report by Energía Estratégica España. Agrovoltaic and wind power projects are leading the expansion, although some offshore wind and storage projects were also presented.

November 4, 2024Wind and solar energy essential in France’s energy strategy

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Wind and solar energy essential in France’s energy strategy

With an aging nuclear fleet and delays in the construction of new reactors, the French government is relying on wind and solar energy to strengthen its energy security. “It cannot do without wind and solar,” says Paul Neau, an expert in energy transition, emphasizing that these resources will be key in addressing the country’s electrical challenges, which include political tensions and administrative complexity in project development.