by Lucia Colaluce | Feb 17, 2025
The Federal Council of Germany has approved the Solarspitzen (Peak Solar Law), establishing new rules for financing photovoltaic installations and promoting the installation of smart meters. The German solar sector faces a major shift with the implementation of this regulation, aimed at stabilising the market and improving solar energy integration into the electricity grid.
by Milena Giorgi | Feb 17, 2025
Spain is moving forward with its nuclear phase-out, but the insufficient growth of wind power and storage raises concerns about system stability. The IEA warns that without firm backup, the country will rely on gas to ensure electricity supply.
by Emilia Lardizabal | Feb 17, 2025
The agricultural sector already contributes 11% of the country’s renewable energy production, with the potential to reach 22% by 2030. A report by the Confagricoltura Agroenergy Observatory analyzes the potential of this technology.
by Milena Giorgi | Feb 16, 2025
Experts point out that the auction design does not guarantee the feasibility of the awarded projects. Manuel Pessanha, from Synertics, argues that the incentive model should be restructured to ensure its long-term effectiveness.
by Lucia Colaluce | Feb 16, 2025
Poland’s Energy Law reform aims to improve energy security and accelerate the integration of renewables. However, its impact will depend on removing bureaucratic obstacles, strengthening energy storage, and optimising public investment. Michał Sobczyk, Senior Technology Developer at European Energy, analyses the challenges and opportunities presented by this regulatory shift in a conversation with Strategic Energy Europe.
by Emilia Lardizabal | Feb 16, 2025
Terna has announced the results of the 2026 Asta Madre, with 38,405 MW of capacity assigned between national and foreign sources. The total cost of the auction amounted to €1.816 billion, with a significant presence of electrochemical storage in the newly awarded capacity.
February 17, 2025Germany advances in solar regulation: How will the “Solarspitzen” impact the market?
