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May 29, 2025
Europe accelerates towards hybridisation with storage as Automa deploys 800 MW in under a year

by Milena Giorgi May 29, 2025 Keep reading

With over 800 MW operational across Europe, Automa rolls out solutions for hybrid and storage projects, underpinned by SCADA technology and strategic alliances. “Spain is set to grow significantly in the storage sector,” anticipates Giorgio Inforzato, European Sales Director.

May 29, 2025
Mario Ruiz-Tagle calls for technical records to be disclosed after the 28A blackout

by Milena Giorgi May 29, 2025 Keep reading

The CEO of Iberdrola Spain warned that while renewables were not the cause of the system collapse, they created a context that worsened the event due to lack of inertia. He demands full transparency and publication of the actual data to understand what went wrong.

May 29, 2025
The Government of Castilla-La Mancha Supports the ErasmoPower2X Project for Its Strategic Potential in the Province of Ciudad Real

by Strategic Energy May 29, 2025 Keep reading

The regional government has learned first-hand about the ErasmoPower2X project, which plans to build an integrated photovoltaic and green hydrogen plant in the municipality of Saceruela. The project was presented during a meeting held today with the participation of ErasmoPower2X’s Chief Executive Officer, Bas Dekker, Project Manager Violeta Alonso, and the Mayor of Saceruela, José Fernández Teno.

May 29, 2025
Germany launches solar tender exceeding 2.2 GW: key Solar Package I regulations still pending EU approval

by Lucia Colaluce May 29, 2025 Keep reading

The Federal Network Agency has opened the process to allocate 2,266,466 kW in solar projects. The ceiling price is set at €0.068/kWh. Several key reforms under the Solar Package I still require state aid approval from the European Commission.

May 29, 2025
Valdezorita, storage and PPAs: ABO Energy’s strategy to enable large-scale renewable projects in Europe

by Lucia Colaluce May 29, 2025 Keep reading

The Valdezorita solar project, one of the largest ever developed by ABO Energy, illustrates how bilateral PPAs can secure long-term financing. In an interview with Strategic Energy Europe, Ingo Burdack-Debes discusses regulatory challenges and the progress of the company’s storage strategy in key markets like Germany and Spain.

May 29, 2025
Photovoltaic solar energy: an opportunity for the economic and social development of rural Spain

by Strategic Energy May 29, 2025 Keep reading

New research reveals that solar photovoltaic investments can increase local employment by up to 13%, drive business growth, and boost municipal revenues by 11%, offering a sustainable path for rural revitalization and territorial cohesion.

May 29, 2025
EU closing in on the 2030 climate and energy targets, according to national plans

by Strategic Energy May 29, 2025 Keep reading

The Commission’s assessment shows that the EU is currently on course to reduce net GHG emissions by around 54% by 2030, compared to 1990 levels, if Member States implement fully existing and planned national measures and EU policies. In the current geopolitical context, this demonstrates that the EU is staying the course on its climate commitments, investing with determination in the clean energy transition and prioritising the EU’s industrial competitiveness and the social dimension.

May 29, 2025
Marketing for the International Electrification and Decarbonization Week is moving forward strongly with more than 700 companies confirmed.

by Strategic Energy May 29, 2025 Keep reading

Marketing for the International Electrification and Decarbonization Week is moving forward strongly with more than 700 companies confirmed.

May 28, 2025
FES Iberia 2025 will bring together industry leaders to discuss how to strengthen energy security at a critical time for Spain

by Strategic Energy May 28, 2025 Keep reading

Julio Castro (Iberdrola Renovables), David Ruiz (Grenergy), Enrique Riquelme (Cox Energy), Rocío Sicre (EDP Renewables), Alejandro Ramos (Schletter), Carlos Píñar Celestino (Elmya), Fernando Cremades (Galp), Carolina Nester (Sonnedix) and Lucía Dólera (Jinko Solar) will take part in FES Iberia 2025, to be held on June 24 in Madrid. Over 400 senior energy executives will gather to discuss how to move towards a more secure, flexible and resilient energy system.

May 28, 2025
One month after the blackout Spain fast-tracks the transposition of the protection and resilience directive

by Milena Giorgi May 28, 2025 Keep reading

The Council of Ministers has approved the draft bill transposing European Directive 2022/2557. The new regulation will directly affect energy companies and other strategic sectors, imposing new obligations with limited opportunity for public debate.

May 28, 2025
Innovation in motion: Solar Steel launches its next-generation 1P solar trackers at Intersolar 2025

by Juan Ignacio Barrea May 28, 2025 Keep reading

With improvements in terrain adaptability, assembly optimization, and SmartSlope technology, the Spanish company is committed to leading the European market with customized technical solutions. “We listen to our customers to adapt to each project,” emphasizes Fernando Mico, Chief Business Development Officer of Solar Steel.

May 28, 2025
Grid forming and storage: the key strategies SMA Solar Italia revealed at the Strategic Energy Corp event

by Lucia Colaluce May 28, 2025 Keep reading

During the second annual event by Strategic Energy Corp, SMA Solar presented its vision for the technologies that will underpin the stability of Europe’s electrical system. Its flagship project in Scotland and a new generation of inverters reflect a clear commitment to robust and sustainable solutions.

May 28, 2025
Sólida highlighted the bottlenecks hindering renewable deployment across Europe during the Strategic Energy forum

by Lucia Colaluce May 28, 2025 Keep reading

At the Strategic Energy Europe forum, Emilio Blanco González, Consultancy Manager at Sólida, analysed the regulatory, technical and economic constraints facing renewable energy projects across the continent. “Capture prices are very low, but we continue to see hybrid developments and repowering,” he states.

May 28, 2025
Aelēc Demands Transparency and a Rigorous Technical Explanation Regarding the April 28 Blackout

by Strategic Energy May 28, 2025 Keep reading

The electricity sector and the public still lack an official, detailed explanation of what happened.

May 27, 2025
European data centers aim to meet 75% of their energy demand with renewables this year, but face challenges

by Emilia Lardizabal May 27, 2025 Keep reading

The European Data Centre Association drives the sector’s energy transition with an ambitious target: achieving 100% renewable energy consumption by 2030. “Our members currently operate on 94% renewable energy. 12% of that comes from PPAs, and the rest is sourced renewables or through carbon offsets,” notes the Secretary General.

May 27, 2025
At Strategic Energy’s virtual event: 360Energy unveils plan to hybridise all projects and expand operations across Europe

by Lucia Colaluce May 27, 2025 Keep reading

During the second edition of the Storage, Renewable and Electric Vehicles Integration Forum, Benjamín Reynal, Director of Operational Coordination for the Northern Hemisphere at 360Energy, confirmed that storage will be central to all new renewable energy projects. He also highlighted the strategic role of hybridisation, particularly within the framework of the company’s partnership with Stellantis.

May 27, 2025
Grid control and storage: technical keys for a more resilient power system

by Milena Giorgi May 27, 2025 Keep reading

Isemaren outlines how the integration of advanced regulation and control systems is essential to meet the new technical and regulatory requirements for battery storage.

May 26, 2025
“Aree idonee” and acceleration zones: new tools for the development of renewable energy online

by Strategic Energy May 26, 2025 Keep reading

Minister Pichetto: “The ecological transition, if guided with vision and pragmatism, can combine environmental sustainability, economic development, and energy security.”

May 26, 2025
The German Solar Energy Association gives the all-clear: Photovoltaic system profitable even with solar peak law

by Strategic Energy May 26, 2025 Keep reading

German Solar Energy Society explains important facts about the Solar Peak Act ++ Counteracting negative electricity prices with battery storage

May 25, 2025
France enters the “2.0 era of agrivoltaics” and aims to install up to 2 GW per year by 2026

by Emilia Lardizabal May 25, 2025 Keep reading

With the legal and regulatory framework being defined, France is entering a new phase in the integration of agriculture and solar energy. According to Xavier Daval, CEO of kiloWattsol and representative of France Agrivoltaïsme, starting next year between 1 and 2 GW of agrivoltaic capacity will be installed annually.

May 25, 2025
Record May: 12 MITECO resolutions for REE to reinforce grid infrastructure

by Milena Giorgi May 25, 2025 Keep reading

Of the 28 authorisations granted to Red Eléctrica so far in 2025, 12 were issued this month alone, -immediately following the blackout- while the monthly average in 2024 barely exceeded six resolutions.

May 29, 2025
Europe accelerates towards hybridisation with storage as Automa deploys 800 MW in under a year

by Milena Giorgi May 29, 2025 Keep reading

May 29, 2025
Mario Ruiz-Tagle calls for technical records to be disclosed after the 28A blackout

by Milena Giorgi May 29, 2025 Keep reading

May 29, 2025
The Government of Castilla-La Mancha Supports the ErasmoPower2X Project for Its Strategic Potential in the Province of Ciudad Real

by Strategic Energy May 29, 2025 Keep reading

May 29, 2025
Germany launches solar tender exceeding 2.2 GW: key Solar Package I regulations still pending EU approval

by Lucia Colaluce May 29, 2025 Keep reading

May 29, 2025
Valdezorita, storage and PPAs: ABO Energy’s strategy to enable large-scale renewable projects in Europe

by Lucia Colaluce May 29, 2025 Keep reading

May 29, 2025
Photovoltaic solar energy: an opportunity for the economic and social development of rural Spain

by Strategic Energy May 29, 2025 Keep reading

May 29, 2025
EU closing in on the 2030 climate and energy targets, according to national plans

by Strategic Energy May 29, 2025 Keep reading

May 29, 2025
Marketing for the International Electrification and Decarbonization Week is moving forward strongly with more than 700 companies confirmed.

by Strategic Energy May 29, 2025 Keep reading

Marketing for the International Electrification and Decarbonization Week is moving forward strongly with more than 700 companies confirmed.

May 28, 2025
FES Iberia 2025 will bring together industry leaders to discuss how to strengthen energy security at a critical time for Spain

by Strategic Energy May 28, 2025 Keep reading

May 28, 2025
One month after the blackout Spain fast-tracks the transposition of the protection and resilience directive

by Milena Giorgi May 28, 2025 Keep reading

May 28, 2025
Innovation in motion: Solar Steel launches its next-generation 1P solar trackers at Intersolar 2025

by Juan Ignacio Barrea May 28, 2025 Keep reading

May 28, 2025
Grid forming and storage: the key strategies SMA Solar Italia revealed at the Strategic Energy Corp event

by Lucia Colaluce May 28, 2025 Keep reading

May 28, 2025
Sólida highlighted the bottlenecks hindering renewable deployment across Europe during the Strategic Energy forum

by Lucia Colaluce May 28, 2025 Keep reading

May 28, 2025
Aelēc Demands Transparency and a Rigorous Technical Explanation Regarding the April 28 Blackout

by Strategic Energy May 28, 2025 Keep reading

The electricity sector and the public still lack an official, detailed explanation of what happened.

May 27, 2025
European data centers aim to meet 75% of their energy demand with renewables this year, but face challenges

by Emilia Lardizabal May 27, 2025 Keep reading

May 27, 2025
At Strategic Energy’s virtual event: 360Energy unveils plan to hybridise all projects and expand operations across Europe

by Lucia Colaluce May 27, 2025 Keep reading

May 27, 2025
Grid control and storage: technical keys for a more resilient power system

by Milena Giorgi May 27, 2025 Keep reading

Isemaren outlines how the integration of advanced regulation and control systems is essential to meet the new technical and regulatory requirements for battery storage.

May 26, 2025
“Aree idonee” and acceleration zones: new tools for the development of renewable energy online

by Strategic Energy May 26, 2025 Keep reading

Minister Pichetto: “The ecological transition, if guided with vision and pragmatism, can combine environmental sustainability, economic development, and energy security.”