by Lucia Colaluce | May 13, 2025
The recent blackout highlights a critical challenge: the energy transition cannot be sustained without massive investment in modern and resilient power grids. During the Maintaining Resilient Electricity Grids and Avoiding Blackouts Media Briefing, experts warned that without urgent action, the risks of further system collapses will only increase.
by Lucia Colaluce | May 12, 2025
This is a comprehensive reform of the German electricity tariff structure, prioritizing efficient infrastructure financing, the integration of renewable energy, and the inclusion of new players such as prosumers. The proposal seeks to correct existing distortions and lay the foundations for a sustainable tariff system by 2045.
by Lucia Colaluce | May 12, 2025
According to a new report commissioned by Highlands and Islands Enterprise, Scotland’s offshore wind sector holds an investment potential of over £40 billion, with the region positioned to become the country’s main development hub and a key job creator through to 2040.
by Lucia Colaluce | May 12, 2025
Crown Estate Scotland plans up to 30GW of offshore wind capacity with a strong emphasis on floating technology and port development. “Enabling commercial-scale floating wind is one of our top priorities,” states Ranald Leask, a senior executive at the public body, in a conversation with Strategic Energy Europe.
by Lucia Colaluce | May 12, 2025
With the potential to generate up to 120 GW of offshore wind power and store 78 billion tonnes of CO₂, the UK-Norway alliance strengthens Europe’s energy security, opens investment opportunities, and promises the creation of up to 51,000 clean energy jobs.
May 13, 2025Without modern grids, the energy transition is at risk: Key lessons from the Iberian blackout
