by Milena Giorgi | Jan 7, 2025
On January 6, 2025, the Official State Gazette published Law 2/2024 of Galicia, which establishes new regulations for renewable energy projects, including the mandatory repowering of wind farms and the requirement to sign PPAs with local companies, a move that has sparked controversy within the sector.
by Lucia Colaluce | Jan 7, 2025
The renewable auctions in Poland awarded over 16 TWh of electricity valued at PLN 5.1 billion, with a clear dominance of photovoltaic energy. Meanwhile, technologies such as biomass and biogas failed to meet the minimum number of bids, highlighting the need to adjust the regulatory framework.
by Emilia Lardizabal | Jan 7, 2025
Ingka Investments, an IKEA business area, allocates €7.5 billion to accelerate the adoption of renewable energy. The strategy includes wind and solar projects, as well as emerging technologies such as energy storage and green hydrogen. Globally, Ingka Investments operates 47 wind farms and 13 solar parks across 17 countries.
by Milena Giorgi | Jan 6, 2025
Wind energy once again emerges as a key factor in stabilizing energy prices this winter. However, geopolitical challenges and market volatility create an uncertain outlook.
by Milena Giorgi | Jan 6, 2025
The Spanish PPA market shows resilience despite price volatility, with growing interest in hybrid contracts and storage. Competition and new mechanisms, such as the capacity market, drive opportunities while mitigating challenges in sustainability and financial planning.
by Emilia Lardizabal | Jan 6, 2025
With the entry into force of the Testo Unico on December 30, the renewable sector in Italy anticipates a transformation in the simplification of authorizations and the management of acceleration zones. However, uncertainties persist regarding other regulations, such as the implementation of the suitable areas decree. Piero Farenti asserts that the regulation for suitable areas should be canceled and replaced with decree 199/2021.
January 7, 2025The Galician law mandating the repowering of wind farms at 25 years and the signing of local PPAs has been published
