by Emilia Lardizabal | Jan 26, 2026
Galicia, Andalusia and the Valencian Community are updating their legal frameworks to prioritise energy storage—particularly when hybridised with renewables—while awarding more than €44 million in public support.
by Emilia Lardizabal | Jan 23, 2026
With all national regulatory steps completed, Spain’s capacity market now hinges on approval from the European Commission. While parts of the industry believe the first auction could still take place this year or in early 2026, others warn it may slip to 2027 due to operational and regulatory timelines.
by Emilia Lardizabal | Jan 23, 2026
The two 60 MWh battery energy storage systems (BESS), located in Alarcón, central Spain, have been recognised as strategic projects under Spain’s PERTE programme for renewables, green hydrogen and energy storage.
by Emilia Lardizabal | Jan 22, 2026
Grid access applications for energy storage reached 37.37 GW in December, positioning the technology as a cornerstone of Spain’s energy transition. The figures, published by APPA Renovables, also show renewables supplying nearly half of electricity generation and a 4.2% year-on-year rise in national power demand.
by Emilia Lardizabal | Jan 22, 2026
According to the Peruvian Renewable Energy Association, delays in implementing Law 32249 are stalling 58 renewable projects totalling 12.5 GW—enough to meet all projected electricity demand growth through 2030.