February 4, 2025Europe challenges China in the wind energy race: Key industry insights

Europe
Europe challenges China in the wind energy race: Key industry insights

Wind energy is consolidating itself as a key pillar in Europe’s energy transition. Christoph Zipf, Press & Communications Manager at WindEurope, revealed in a conversation with Strategic Energy Europe the main challenges and opportunities facing the sector. From competition with China to the impact of the Net Zero Industry Act, along with the growing role of green hydrogen, Europe is striving to maintain its leadership in the global market.

February 4, 2025The United Kingdom faces record electricity prices: What is failing in its energy system?

United Kingdom
The United Kingdom faces record electricity prices: What is failing in its energy system?

The United Kingdom reached a record price of €1,159/MWh on January 22nd, highlighting the flaws of an energy system dependent on gas and disconnected from Europe. Meanwhile, on the continent, prices remained between €159 and €180/MWh, emphasizing the advantages of integration and flexibility in electricity markets. Sofía Núñez Mier and Julio Del Pino shared their perspective on this issue with Strategic Energy Europe.

February 3, 2025First floating wind farm in Estonia: Oxan Energy’s CEO details plans for the Saare-1 project

Estonia
First floating wind farm in Estonia: Oxan Energy’s CEO details plans for the Saare-1 project

With a capacity of 900 MW, Saare-1 represents a crucial step in the country’s energy transition. “Estonia is on the path to producing much more renewable electricity than it needs, becoming a significant player in the renewable electricity space in the Baltic region,” highlights Nicolas Paul-Dauphin, CEO of Oxan Energy, in an exclusive conversation with Strategic Energy Europe.

February 3, 2025Suspension of Lithuania’s offshore wind auction: Tensions between Government and investor confidence

Lithuania
Suspension of Lithuania’s offshore wind auction: Tensions between Government and investor confidence

The decision to temporarily postpone Lithuania’s second offshore wind auction highlights tensions between the objectives of stabilising electricity prices and the need to attract foreign investment. Linas Sabaliauskas, Managing Director of the Lithuanian Wind Power Association (LVEA), told Energía Estratégica España that the measure has limited short-term impact but exposes structural vulnerabilities in the country’s energy strategy.

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