by Lucia Colaluce | May 14, 2025
Washington and Beijing agreed to partially lift tariffs on key renewable components. Experts see it as a cost-cutting opportunity, while others warn it could undermine the EU’s strategic autonomy. From the European Parliament, warnings emerge that the EU must seize this commercial truce without losing sight of its strategic autonomy goals.
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.