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February 20, 2025
Sonnedix bets on energy storage in the Iberian Peninsula with ambitious projects for 2025

by Lucia Colaluce Feb 20, 2025 Keep reading

Sonnedix advances its expansion plan in Spain and Portugal, with more than 1.2 GW in operation and a strategic focus on hybrid solutions and battery storage. Carolina Nester, Head of Operations for Iberia, revealed the company’s upcoming projects during the virtual event “Storage, Renewable and Electric Vehicles Integration Forum”, organised by Strategic Energy Corp. Regulatory challenges and the stability of revenue models will shape its growth in the Iberian market.

February 20, 2025
TotalEnergies joins forces with air liquide to decarbonize its refineries in northern Europe with green hydrogen

by Strategic Energy Feb 20, 2025 Keep reading

5,000 tons per year of green H2 produced by the OranjeWind offshore wind farm developed by TotalEnergies (50%). 450,000 tons per year reduction of CO2 emissions from TotalEnergies’ Anvers and Zeeland refineries. An electrolyzer jointly developed in the Netherlands with Air Liquide to supply the Zeeland refinery. A tolling agreement on a second electrolyzer built and operated in partnership with Air Liquide to supply Antwerp platform.

February 19, 2025
Today industry leaders debate the future of renewable energy in the “Storage, Renewable and Electric Vehicles Integration Forum”

by Strategic Energy Feb 19, 2025 Keep reading

Follow the Storage, Renewable and Electric Vehicles Integration Forum today from 1:00 PM (Central European Time). A free virtual event where industry leaders will discuss the future of energy and electric mobility. The forum will feature renowned companies such as Jinko Solar, and Black&Veatch.Don’t miss it!

February 18, 2025
Enagás will invest 4.035 billion euros by 2030, with green hydrogen as the pillar of its growth

by Strategic Energy Feb 18, 2025 Keep reading

The company’s recurring net profit – excluding the impact of asset rotation and the Gasoducto Sur Peruano (GSP) award – reached 310.1 million euros in 2024, 3.2% higher than in 2023.

February 14, 2025
Green hydrogen as an energy pillar: Black & Veatch’s commitment to Europe

by Lucia Colaluce Feb 14, 2025 Keep reading

Black & Veatch aims to accelerate the development of green hydrogen projects to strengthen energy security and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. “Reaching the target of 10 million tonnes by 2030 will strengthen the continent’s energy security,” Youssef Merjaneh, senior vice president and managing director for Europe, Middle East and Africa at Black & Veatch, tells Strategic Energy Europe.

February 14, 2025
Can blockchain boost Europe’s energy leadership against China and the US?

by Milena Giorgi Feb 14, 2025 Keep reading

Startups external to the energy market could be key to democratising access to energy and empowering consumers, who already demand to make their own decisions in other markets but remain limited in the energy sector.

February 11, 2025
The photovoltaic sector calls for faster procedures to overcome barriers to energy storage and green hydrogen

by Milena Giorgi Feb 11, 2025 Keep reading

During the III UNEF Summit on Energy Storage and Green Hydrogen, industry challenges were discussed, and the Secretary of State for Energy, Joan Groizard, called for political “co-responsibility” to position Spain as a leader in decarbonization, warning that without major agreements, this opportunity could be lost.

February 10, 2025
Europe needs over €1.3 billion in energy infrastructure to achieve decarbonization

by Lucia Colaluce Feb 10, 2025 Keep reading

The European Commission warns of the urgent need for investment in electricity grids, hydrogen, and CO₂ storage to sustain the energy transition. More than 50% of the investment is concentrated in Germany, France, and the Netherlands.

February 10, 2025
Scale Gas receives the requested CEF funds to deploy six hydrogen refueling stations in Spain

by Energía Estratégica ES Feb 10, 2025 Keep reading

The European Commission has approved more than 8 million euros for Scale Gas, a subsidiary of Enagás, to deploy six renewable hydrogen refueling stations in Spain. These will be part of the Atlantic and Mediterranean corridors of the Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T).

February 7, 2025
BP, Iberdrola, Repsol, CEPSA, and Capital Energy, some of the companies admitted in the Hydrogen Valleys call

by Milena Giorgi Feb 7, 2025 Keep reading

The Spanish government, through IDAE, has announced the first call results for renewable hydrogen incentives. With €1.2 billion in funding, selected projects will enhance large-scale hydrogen production, strengthen industrial applications, and advance Spain’s leadership in Europe’s energy transition.

February 6, 2025
The challenge of the 75% renewable charging requirement in Portugal’s Storage Auction

by Milena Giorgi Feb 6, 2025 Keep reading

Portugal has awarded more than 500 MW in its first large-scale storage auction, marking a milestone in its energy transition. However, the requirement that at least 75% of battery charging must come from renewable sources presents an operational and economic challenge for awardees.

January 27, 2025
A ChatGPT trained to answer technical questions about hydrogen in Spain has been made public

by Milena Giorgi Jan 27, 2025 Keep reading

A tool combines artificial intelligence and official data on public subsidies and leading renewable hydrogen projects in Spain, providing accessible and verified information for experts, businesses, and citizens interested in the energy transition.

January 21, 2025
Scotland towards 2045: The challenge of leading with green hydrogen and renewable energy

by Lucia Colaluce Jan 21, 2025 Keep reading

Scotland is working on building an energy system based on green hydrogen, with a target of 25 GW by 2045. Additionally, it is consolidating its leadership in wind energy and hydroelectric production, while addressing technical and economic challenges along the way.

January 17, 2025
Texla Renovables celebrates its 15th anniversary with over 21 GW under management

by Emilia Lardizabal Jan 17, 2025 Keep reading

Since its inception in 2010, Texla Renovables has established itself as a strategic partner in the Spanish energy sector, driving over 21 GW of renewable capacity through the trust of the country’s leading energy companies. The company stands out for its comprehensive expertise in asset management, environmental stewardship, owner’s engineering, and commissioning, as well as its commitment to key technologies such as green hydrogen and energy storage.

January 10, 2025
What are the key points in the transposition of the Renewable Energy Directive (RED III)?

by Milena Giorgi Jan 10, 2025 Keep reading

With the deadline of May 21, 2025, on the horizon, Spain faces key decisions to comply with the transposition of the Renewable Energy Directive. From set obligations to technological and regulatory debates, the strategy will define the course of the national energy transition.

January 10, 2025
Poland assumes the EU Council Presidency: What topics shape Its energy agenda?

by Lucia Colaluce Jan 10, 2025 Keep reading

Since January 2025, Poland has led the European Union’s policymaking as the Council Presidency. With a focus on energy security, industrial competitiveness, and a fair energy transition, the country aims to cement its role in a context marked by geopolitical and climate crises. Maciej Jakubik shares his insights with Energía Estratégica España.

January 8, 2025
Expectations of 1 GW in investment decisions for green hydrogen

by Milena Giorgi Jan 8, 2025 Keep reading

It will be a year of many decisions for renewable gas. The definition of the European auction, the implementation of regulations like RED III, and the delegated act will shape the future.

January 6, 2025
Renewables accounted for 62.7% of Germany’s energy mix in 2024.

by Lucia Colaluce Jan 6, 2025 Keep reading

In 2024, Germany set a record for renewable energy, which accounted for 62.7% of its net public electricity generation. This achievement was accompanied by a historic reduction in CO2 emissions and significant progress in solar energy and storage technologies.

January 3, 2025
From Theory to Practice: The Challenges of Green Hydrogen in the Netherlands

by Lucia Colaluce Jan 3, 2025 Keep reading

With a strategic location and robust infrastructure, the Netherlands has solidified its position as a European leader in the development of green hydrogen. However, Rostyslav Nykitenko comments to Strategic Energy Europe that technical and regulatory challenges continue to pose significant obstacles to the advancement of this key technology in the energy transition.

January 2, 2025
Dunkelflaute: The challenge of renewables and increasing gas demand volatility in Europe

by Lucia Colaluce Jan 2, 2025 Keep reading

The intermittency of renewable energy, highlighted during Dunkelflaute episodes, is reshaping Europe’s energy dynamics. Gas remains a key backup, but growing volatility presents challenges for supply flexibility.

December 27, 2024
The Challenges Ahead for Electrification and Grids: Key to More Renewables

by Energía Estratégica Dec 27, 2024 Keep reading

The Electrification Commission of ENTRA Aggregation and Flexibility has prepared a document that highlights the importance of electrification in sectors such as transportation, industry, and residential.