by Milena Giorgi | May 8, 2025
Robert Francis Prevost has been elected as the new Pope, adopting his name in homage to the Church’s progressive tradition. This, together with his close relationship with Francis, could signal a continuation of support for renewable energy and sustainability.
by Milena Giorgi | May 8, 2025
REN reinstates the energy flow from Spain with a 1,000 MW cap following the 28 April blackout, in place until 12 May.
by Milena Giorgi | May 8, 2025
The 28 April event is estimated to have cost Spain around €3 billion. Experts from OMIE, AFRY, Alantra and Hesstec agreed that preventing future blackouts depends on the deployment of distributed storage, grid forming inverters, and an operational redesign of the system.
by Milena Giorgi | May 8, 2025
Following the blackout, Ancillary Services exceeded €35/MWh and suppliers are applying adjustment clauses, creating tension with industrial clients.
by Milena Giorgi | May 8, 2025
The last month closed with 24 PPAs signed and 1.45 GW contracted across Europe. Onshore wind led the market, and contract sizes doubled compared to January, consolidating a new dynamic during the first four months of 2025