by Strategic Energy | May 16, 2025
On 21-22 May, industry leaders will discuss the energy transition and zero-emission mobility, opening with an exclusive IRENA interview. Participants include GCL SI, SMA Solar, SolPlanet, and associations like SolarPower Europe. Free registration and global access.
by Lucia Colaluce | May 16, 2025
Between April and May 2025, the Italian Ministry of Environment and Energy Security (MASE) assessed 43 renewable energy projects. Although more than 2,900 MW of capacity was reviewed, only 1,257.87 MW received a positive environmental evaluation, while 1,660.19 MW were rejected. Agrivoltaics dominated the proposals, with Sassari emerging as the most active location.
by Emilia Lardizabal | May 16, 2025
Italy is attracting significant investment interest as a future digital hub, but faces significant obstacles: a lack of regulatory clarity, grid saturation, and a shortage of skilled labor, warns Francesco Salvan. Renewable energy and BESS are proving essential to sustaining growth.
by Lucia Colaluce | May 16, 2025
With a historic investment plan totalling PLN 550 billion over the next decade, Poland is fast-tracking its energy market overhaul to boost economic competitiveness and cut CO₂ emissions by up to 97% by 2050. According to McKinsey & Company, this strategy could generate annual savings of PLN 25 billion, equivalent to 1% of the national GDP.
by Strategic Energy | May 16, 2025
Hystar’s patented design uses membranes up to ten times thinner than those in conventional units, materially improving efficiency and lowering the cost of hydrogen generation. The technology dovetails with ORLEN’s programme to produce and deploy renewable hydrogen as part of the Group’s wider energy-transition strategy.
by Strategic Energy | May 16, 2025
“First of all, we agreed,” said Minister Pichetto Fratin, “that energy security is a priority for both governments, not only with regard to external supply, but also with regard to the security of critical infrastructure and the sustainability of supply for businesses and families.”