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September 23, 2025
Europe seeks to lead the era of renewable abundance with €300 billion in investments

by Milena Giorgi Sep 23, 2025 Keep reading

At the Global Renewables Summit in New York, Ursula von der Leyen highlighted that Europe already generates 50% of its electricity from clean sources. The EU will allocate €300 billion until 2027 for global energy transition projects.

September 22, 2025
Solis strengthens its portfolio of next-generation inverters and secures a prominent presence in PVBook 2025

by Strategic Energy Sep 22, 2025 Keep reading

The company drives photovoltaic innovation with solutions for generation and BESS projects, applied in real regional success stories and showcased through the international catalogue that brings together leading players in the solar sector.

September 22, 2025
Brussels brings forward the Russian LNG ban to 2027 and experts warn: “without secondary sanctions, the Kremlin will not feel the pressure”

by Milena Giorgi Sep 22, 2025 Keep reading

The European Commission’s proposal to cut Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports as of 1 January 2027 is drawing criticism for its limited scope and the risk that Russia will have time to adapt.

September 19, 2025
Activating flexibility in Europe could save up to €29.1 billion annually on grids

by Milena Giorgi Sep 19, 2025 Keep reading

A report by the SmartEN association warns that the full activation of demand-side flexibility could drastically reduce grid reinforcement costs, avoid renewable energy curtailment, and eliminate the need to build 137 gas power plants by 2030.

September 19, 2025
43 organisations urge EU to recognise PPAs and renewable certificates in carbon accounting rules

by Strategic Energy Sep 19, 2025 Keep reading

Over 40 stakeholders investing in Europe’s industrial base and energy decarbonisation, call on the Danish Presidency and European Commission to lead the EU from confusion to clarity and resolve the EU’s legal treatment of power purchase agreements (PPAs) and their associated renewable energy certificates under sustainability rules.

September 18, 2025
Strategic Energy Corp presents PVBook 2025: the only international catalog of the photovoltaic sector

by Strategic Energy Sep 18, 2025 Keep reading

The catalog, which brings together technical sheets, success stories, and global experiences in modules, inverters, trackers, and batteries, is now available. This free and accessible strategic tool connects manufacturers, generators, inverters, and distributors, reinforcing Energía Estragica’s leadership in the dissemination of specialized knowledge.

September 18, 2025
Aagesen urged the PP to agree on a state pact for the energy transition and grid strategy

by Milena Giorgi Sep 18, 2025 Keep reading

Minister Sara Aagesen defended in Parliament the electricity transmission plan with €13.59 billion, an attractive remuneration framework and measures to optimise the grid, amid rapid growth in renewables and electrification.

September 18, 2025
Las redes eléctricas en España requieren más inversión para responder a las nuevas demandas energéticas

by Strategic Energy Sep 18, 2025 Keep reading

El informe, presentado por Deloitte durante el desayuno informativo ‘Conectando el futuro: redes eléctricas para una España más competitiva’, advierte de un marco retributivo poco atractivo para la inversión y apunta varias claves para aprovechar la oportunidad de país. Hasta el momento, España cuenta con la menor Tasa de Retribución Financiera de las inversiones en redes de distribución en Europa (5,58%).

September 18, 2025
Spain’s electricity grids require more investment to meet new energy demands.

by Strategic Energy Sep 18, 2025 Keep reading

The report, presented by Deloitte during the information breakfast “Connecting the Future: Electricity Grids for a More Competitive Spain,” warns of an unattractive remuneration framework for investment and suggests several key factors for taking advantage of the country’s opportunity. To date, Spain has the lowest Financial Return on Investment in Distribution Networks in Europe (5.58%).

September 17, 2025
Spain leads European PPAs in August with 182 MW as solar gains ground

by Strategic Energy Sep 17, 2025 Keep reading

In August, 9 PPAs were signed in Europe totalling 437 MW, with Spain taking the lead (181.7 MW). Solar PV accounted for 54% of total capacity, while corporate deals rose to 58% of the volume.

September 17, 2025
European Solar Industry Leaders Call on EU leaders to Deliver Action Plan for Solar Manufacturing

by Strategic Energy Sep 17, 2025 Keep reading

The European Solar Manufacturing Council and SolarPower Europe call for additional measures beyond the Net Zero Industry Act including production linked support, inclusion of “Made in Europe” in Public Procurement, and better financing conditions. Joint Letter sent to European Commission and Ministers of the Competitiveness Council ahead of Solar-PV Ministerial Meeting at 30 September.

September 17, 2025
Cleantech for Iberia estimates that the region needs €250 billion in investment by 2030

by Strategic Energy Sep 17, 2025 Keep reading

The report “How to Mobilise Investments in Clean Technologies in the Iberian Peninsula” highlights a critical gap in available capital for the growth and scalability of these technologies in Spain and Portugal. Specifically, when it comes to cleantech venture capital, investment in this area in Iberia is six times lower than in Germany, meaning the peninsula must mobilise an additional €4 billion before 2030 to avoid falling behind.

September 16, 2025
Naturgy, Iberdrola and OPDEnergy among companies advancing 465 MW of renewables in September

by Milena Giorgi Sep 16, 2025 Keep reading

This month, 19 resolutions were published in the BOE for solar-wind hybridisation and storage projects. In addition, 115 MW of wind capacity were rejected, corresponding to Repsol and Aspiravi.

September 16, 2025
Demand and rising gas and CO2 prices boost prices in European electricity markets in the second week of September

by Strategic Energy Sep 16, 2025 Keep reading

In the second week of September, prices in most of the main European electricity markets rose, although the weekly average remained below €75/MWh. Several exceeded €100/MWh on some days, with Germany leading the way by reaching its highest daily price since February on September 9, at €142.45/MWh.

September 16, 2025
Countdown to the XII Solar Forum: the major photovoltaic gathering will take place in one month in Madrid

by Strategic Energy Sep 16, 2025 Keep reading

Seventeen round tables and keynote speeches will address the challenges and opportunities of the energy transition and the future of photovoltaics in Spain. Alberto Nadal, the new Deputy Secretary for the Economy of the Partido Popular, has confirmed his attendance to present the energy model proposed by the main opposition party.

September 16, 2025
Third consecutive year of declines for Self-Consumption, with a residential and battery boom

by Strategic Energy Sep 16, 2025 Keep reading

Installed capacity in the first half of the year dropped to 611 MW (-14.6%). The blackout and lower surplus prices boosted residential installations (+11.6%) and triggered a record surge in batteries (+88%). Distributed storage is consolidating its role as a key element for household security and a lifeline for industry. With the grid at breaking point, self-consumption with storage is the only way for industry to expand its effective capacity.

September 15, 2025
Sara Aagesen announces the outlines of the 2030 Electricity Planning Proposal

by Strategic Energy Sep 15, 2025 Keep reading

The public hearing begins on the draft royal decree regulating investment plans for electricity networks.

September 12, 2025
Norvento TECHnPower launches the world’s highest power density converters for utility-scale and multipurpose applications

by Milena Giorgi Sep 12, 2025 Keep reading

The nXL family delivers up to 9 MVA in 20 feet, with a record 622 kVA/m³ and a sealed IP65 design. The company already has initial manufacturing commitments supported by the Innovation Fund (€27.5 million).

September 12, 2025
MITECO manages more than 23 billion euros to advance the energy, water, ecological, and territorial transition

by Strategic Energy Sep 12, 2025 Keep reading

Sara Aagesen chaired the presentation of the results of the PRTR (Plan for Investment in the Ecological Transition), held at the Madrid College of Architects. The ministry recognizes 39 exemplary initiatives in the implementation of the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan.

September 11, 2025
First signs of a reality check after the publication of capacity maps for the renewables market

by Milena Giorgi Sep 11, 2025 Keep reading

Grid saturation is leaving no capacity for new industries and electrification projects, hindering stand‑alone batteries and putting downward pressure on PPAs. Experts are calling for urgent measures to enable flexible connections and accelerate investment in networks.

September 10, 2025
No room in the grid: collapsed demand and a blockade to industrial and renewable development

by Milena Giorgi Sep 10, 2025 Keep reading

The publication of firm demand capacity maps confirms that 83.4% of nodes are saturated and shows 0 MW available in key substations, constraining new industry, renewables and green hydrogen. The sector is calling for flexible connections and investment in networks with clear rules from CNMC and MITECO.