The recent ministerial order opens a competitive process to allocate 354 MW of capacity at the Narcea hub, ensuring social, environmental, and technological criteria to revitalize one of the areas most affected by the closure of the thermal power plant.

Its production increases by almost 11% in a record year for two reasons: it registers the highest renewable production and its largest share since records began. Solar photovoltaic surpasses combined cycle and moves into third place in the mix for the first time, in a year once again led by wind energy, with 23%. Forecasts indicate that demand in Spain is growing by nearly 1.6%, and the country ends the year with a net exporter balance for the third consecutive year.

With a strategic location, renewable resources, and high connectivity, Spain positions itself as a key player in digitalization. Manuel Giménez, CEO of Spain DC, warns about the risks of speculation in the sector, the lack of energy infrastructure, and the growth projections for 2026.