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April 2, 2025
Europe is playing its hydrogen future: only 17% of projects could materialize

by Emilia Lardizabal Apr 2, 2025 Keep reading

Despite more than €32.9 billion in committed financing, one in five hydrogen projects in Europe has been canceled or put on hold. The Westwood Global Energy Group report estimates that only 17% of the current pipeline will be operational by 2030 unless rapid action is taken on regulatory frameworks, effective subsidies, and demand mandates.

April 2, 2025
Only 4% of Hydrogen Projects Reach Final Investment Decision: Europe Faces a Financial Bottleneck

by Emilia Lardizabal Apr 2, 2025 Keep reading

Europe’s hydrogen market is facing serious hurdles to reach final investment decisions. Despite political momentum, only 4% of global projects reach that milestone, amid major challenges in financing, transparency, and implementation of programs such as IPCEI. Experts from the EIB, EBRD, and companies like Lhyfe reveal what is needed to unlock the value chain.

April 2, 2025
Norwegian Hydrogen with investment decision at Rjukan

by Strategic Energy Apr 2, 2025 Keep reading

Norwegian Hydrogen has now made the investment decision for a new hydrogen plant in Rjukan, Telemark in Norway. This is part of the company’s strategy, which includes existing production of green hydrogen and several new projects currently under development across the Nordic region.

March 31, 2025
“We want to be Europe’s energy hub”: Andalusia’s strategy to attract industry with clean energy

by Milena Giorgi Mar 31, 2025 Keep reading

In an interview with Strategic Energy Europe, Jorge Paradela Gutiérrez, Minister of Industry, Energy and Mines, details how the region will surpass 20 GW of renewable energy by 2026, deploy 23 green hydrogen projects worth €5.5 billion, double the number of energy communities, and consolidate alliances with Germany and the Netherlands.

March 26, 2025
2024 reaches 15.2 GW in PPAs: lower volumes, more deals and a corporate record

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 26, 2025 Keep reading

In 2024, contracted volumes in the European PPA market dropped by 11%, with a 59% fall in utility agreements. However, a record 316 long-term contracts were signed—driven by a 26% rise in corporate PPAs, which reached 5.2 GW. This shift triggered a wave of innovation in multi-technology, multi-buyer and storage-linked structures.

March 25, 2025
4 major technical challenges in power electronics for renewables

by Milena Giorgi Mar 25, 2025 Keep reading

VSC converters, advanced cooling, and algorithmic control are the main challenges Norvento addresses in power electronics, with digital innovation, modularity, and local production as the keys to scaling and competing globally.

March 24, 2025
Renewable energy powers 47% of electricity in the EU in 2024, with Denmark leading the way

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 24, 2025 Keep reading

Electricity generation from renewable sources reached a record 46.9% in the European Union (EU) in 2024, with Denmark, Portugal, and Croatia leading the clean energy transition. Wind and solar remain the main growth drivers, while green hydrogen is emerging as a key technology for decarbonising industry and transport.

March 20, 2025
Forte Renewables warns of the need to address three key challenges to accelerate renewable energy growth

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 20, 2025 Keep reading

Carlos Hernández, Operations Manager at Forte Renewables, warns that lengthy permitting processes, financial uncertainty, and supply chain dependency are hindering the growth of renewable energy in Europe. During his participation in the forum organised by Strategic Energy Corp, the executive emphasised the need to adopt technological and regulatory solutions to ensure the long-term viability of projects.

March 20, 2025
European power in 2025: the pace, opportunities and challenges of the transition

by Strategic Energy Mar 20, 2025 Keep reading

According to Wood Mackenzie, standalone storage will make up the majority of the new energy storage capacity, but from 2027 onwards, the use of hybrid and co-located storage systems will grow significantly.

March 19, 2025
Germany accelerates its central hydrogen network for 2032 and strengthens its position as a key market

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 19, 2025 Keep reading

A report from the BDEW Bundesverband der Energie- und Wasserwirtschaft e.V. (German Association of Energy and Water Industries) highlights Germany’s rapid progress in developing its central hydrogen network. With an investment of €19 billion, the country plans to deploy a 9,000 km pipeline system to connect hydrogen production, storage, and consumption, solidifying its role as a strategic market in Europe.

March 18, 2025
Germany invests €154 million to strengthen hydrogen competitiveness. Will it lead the market?

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 18, 2025 Keep reading

The government is allocating 154 million euros to two new innovation and technology centers, located in Chemnitz and northern Germany, which will focus on improving hydrogen competitiveness and promoting its integration into the industry, addressing key challenges such as costs and infrastructure.

March 17, 2025
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners’ fifth flagship fund exceeds its €12 billion target

by Strategic Energy Mar 17, 2025 Keep reading

Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) announced that its fifth flagship fund, CI V, has surpassed its €12 billion target at its final close.

March 13, 2025
Renewable hydrogen in the EU: 98% of projects remain unimplemented

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 13, 2025 Keep reading

The European Union aims to produce 10 Mt of renewable hydrogen and import another 10 Mt by 2030. However, 98% of projects are still at the concept or feasibility stage. A lack of financing, slow industrialisation, and uncertain demand threaten this target, while subsidy approval processes can take up to 24 months.

March 11, 2025
Over-subscribed European Hydrogen Bank auction receives 61 bids for Innovation Fund support

by Strategic Energy Mar 11, 2025 Keep reading

The second auction of the European Hydrogen Bank has received 61 bids from 11 countries, with 8 proposals focused on the maritime sector. The requests exceed 4.8 billion euros, four times the available budget of the Innovation Fund.

March 10, 2025
Green Hydrogen: Emphasizing the need for a new incentive strategy to boost its development

by Milena Giorgi Mar 10, 2025 Keep reading

The sector is questioning the effectiveness of the current model and is proposing a new strategy: prioritising fewer projects, but with more funding, to ensure the viability and profitability of green hydrogen.

March 6, 2025
The third edition of the mega event FES Iberia 2025 is here: It will bring together the leading renewable energy companies

by Guido Gubinelli Mar 6, 2025 Keep reading

On 24 June, Madrid will host FES Iberia 2025, the key event in the renewable sector. Featuring participation from leading companies, a notable presence of Latin American firms, Autonomous Communities, and exclusive panels on offtakers and Southern Europe, this edition is set to establish itself as the must-attend meeting for the energy transition.

March 6, 2025
Romania’s challenge: Strengthening its power grid for renewable expansion

by Emilia Lardizabal Mar 6, 2025 Keep reading

According to Eusebiu-Valentin Stamate, Policy Analyst at Issue Monitoring, the country is implementing regulatory and investment measures to strengthen transmission infrastructure and ensure system stability. He also points out that energy storage and green hydrogen will be key tools to stabilize the grid and meet the 85% decarbonization target by 2030 and 94% by 2050.

March 6, 2025
Electric Hydrogen chooses Ingeteam for green hydrogen projects in Europe

by Strategic Energy Mar 6, 2025 Keep reading

Ingeteam’s rectifiers, globally recognized and used in green hydrogen production, are already operational at Electric Hydrogen’s plants in San José, California, and Devens, Massachusetts. Furthermore, they will now also be integrated into the company’s projects in Europe, including the development and commissioning of 100-megawatt (MW) electrolysis plants.

March 4, 2025
BESS and Hydrogen as allies: Key takeaways from SolaX at the Storage and Renewable Leadership Forum

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 4, 2025 Keep reading

At the virtual event organised by Strategic Energy Corp, Rodrigo Ruiz, PV & BESS Sales Director (Iberia) at SolaX, analysed the role of energy storage in Europe’s transition, the need for public policies, and the regulatory challenges that must be addressed. Industry leaders emphasised that BESS and hydrogen are not competing technologies but complementary solutions for a more resilient and efficient energy market.

March 4, 2025
Galp signs a €430 million funding agreement with the EIB for its renewable hydrogen and biofuels projects in Portugal

by Energía Estratégica ES Mar 4, 2025 Keep reading

The two projects, now under construction at the Sines refinery, represent a total investment of €650 million. The biofuels unit, financed with €250 million, will produce low-carbon fuels that are essential for decarbonising transport. The renewable hydrogen production unit, supported by €180 million in funding, is set to become one of the largest in Europe.

March 3, 2025
Black & Veatch announces at the Storage and Renewable Leadership Forum the development of 365 MW of green hydrogen and 21 GW of energy storage

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 3, 2025 Keep reading

The American company highlighted its leadership in hydrogen and energy storage projects during the virtual event “Storage and Renewable Leadership Forum”, organised by Strategic Energy Corp. Youssef Merjaneh, Senior Vice President and Managing Director for EMEA at Black & Veatch, emphasised the importance of subsidies and scalability for the development of these technologies in Europe.