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April 30, 2025
The photovoltaic sector responds to the blackout: “The grid is stable with renewables, and we are prepared to contribute even more”

by Strategic Energy Apr 30, 2025 Keep reading

Following the April 28 power outage, the Spanish Photovoltaic Union (UNEF), SolarPower Europe, and the Global Solar Council reiterate that photovoltaic technology operated as expected, was not the cause of the failure, and is ready to contribute to system stability with solutions such as storage and hybrid plants.

April 29, 2025
The Iberian blackout alerts Europe: it is urgent to strengthen electricity grids and accelerate storage

by Emilia Lardizabal Apr 29, 2025 Keep reading

Millions of people lost power after the blackout in Spain, Portugal, and France, exposing the vulnerability of Europe’s electricity grids and the risk of similar failures across the continent. The crisis intensifies the debate on urgent investments in energy storage, cybersecurity, and resilience. Industry executives and consultants discuss risks and solutions with Strategic Energy Europe.

April 29, 2025
Which of all the blackout hypotheses is considered the most accurate according to the experts?

by Milena Giorgi Apr 29, 2025 Keep reading

The blackout has been confirmed to have multiple causes, yet the initial trigger remains a mystery. Technical failures, atmospheric phenomena, and cyberattacks have been considered. Experts highlight high-voltage line failures, limited interconnection capacity, and the challenges of managing a renewable-based system as key contributing factors.

April 29, 2025
Katherina Reiche: What does the new minister propose to boost renewables in Germany?

by Lucia Colaluce Apr 29, 2025 Keep reading

With political and business experience, Katherina Reiche takes on Germany’s Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy, tasked with modernising infrastructure, accelerating clean energy adoption, and positioning the country as a leader in Europe’s energy transition. Industry experts expect his mandate to focus primarily on hydrogen infrastructure.

April 29, 2025
Process of restoring tension to the peninsular electrical system

by Strategic Energy Apr 29, 2025 Keep reading

Red Eléctrica reports on the gradual recovery of the peninsular electricity system following an incident that caused a loss of 10,000 MW of demand in just a few minutes.

April 28, 2025
Habeck warns of global protectionism and calls for strengthened economic cooperation in Europe

by Lucia Colaluce Apr 28, 2025 Keep reading

Germany’s Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, Robert Habeck, warns of the growing risks of international protectionism and advocates for a strategy centred on green technology investment, energy diversification, and strengthening the European internal market to ensure competitiveness and economic security.

April 28, 2025
Investment opportunities in industrial self-consumption with 9% annual returns

by Milena Giorgi Apr 28, 2025 Keep reading

With over 550 investors from 30 countries and an 85% reinvestment rate, Crowmie is committed to democratising investment in industrial solar projects. It highlights that only 17% of Spaniards actively invest their savings, presenting a key opportunity to finance the energy transition.

April 27, 2025
Commission approves €612 million Portuguese State aid scheme to support energy-intensive companies

by Strategic Energy Apr 27, 2025 Keep reading

The European Commission approved a €612 million Portuguese plan to reduce electricity rates for electro-intensive companies, preventing their relocation to countries with less stringent climate policies. In return, the beneficiaries must promote energy efficiency measures or use renewable energy. The initiative seeks to balance industrial competitiveness and decarbonization goals.

April 27, 2025
The SSI welcomes the UK Government’s GB Energy Bill amendment to address forced labour in solar supply chains

by Strategic Energy Apr 27, 2025 Keep reading

The Solar Stewardship Initiative (SSI) welcomes the UK government’s proposed amendment to the GB Energy Bill, aimed at combating forced labor in solar supply chains. The organization reaffirms its commitment to a just energy transition based on human rights, environmental sustainability, and responsible governance, while promoting transparency and traceability in the global photovoltaic industry.

April 25, 2025
Good prospects for the agrivoltaic auction, but grid connection times create uncertainty. Will Italy be able to meet its goals?

by Emilia Lardizabal Apr 25, 2025 Keep reading

The upcoming agrivoltaic auction in Italy has over €300 million in public funds, but the grid connection timeline is causing uncertainty among investors. “The connection timeline must be accelerated,” warns Ludovica Terenzi, founder of Greensquare Italia, in an interview with Strategic Energy Europe.

April 25, 2025
Renewables supply nearly half of Germany’s power in Q1 2025 despite wind shortfall

by Lucia Colaluce Apr 25, 2025 Keep reading

During the first quarter of 2025, renewable energy sources covered 46.9% of Germany’s total electricity consumption, according to data from ZSW and BDEW. Wind generation fell sharply due to weather conditions, while solar power surged by 32%, highlighting its increasing role in the energy mix.

April 25, 2025
The photovoltaic sector calls for urgent measures to boost self-consumption

by Energía Estratégica ES Apr 25, 2025 Keep reading

Despite continued growth in self-consumption across Spain, the rate of expansion has slowed: in 2024, over 50,000 households installed self-consumption systems, contributing 1,182 MW of new capacity. Nevertheless, this represents a 31% decline in growth compared to 2023.

April 23, 2025
Europe debates the future of energy: renewable integration, storage, and electric vehicles

by Strategic Energy Apr 23, 2025 Keep reading

The second edition of the “Storage, Renewables, and Electric Vehicles Integration Forum,” organized by Mobility Portal Europe and Strategic Energy Europe, will be held virtually on May 21 and 22. Leaders and experts will analyze the challenges and opportunities for accelerating the integration of renewable energy in Europe.

April 23, 2025
756 GW at stake: The UK reform shaking up the renewable market and raising legal challenges

by Lucia Colaluce Apr 23, 2025 Keep reading

The new TMO4+ framework promises to unlock up to 756 GW of backlogged projects, more than five times the UK’s peak electricity demand, prioritising those that are “ready and needed”. Senior Energy Lawyer Harshita Khurana highlights the legal challenges accompanying this transformation in the UK in an interview with Strategic Energy Europe.

April 23, 2025
Romania is preparing its second CfD auction with expectations of lower prices and appeal to new investors

by Emilia Lardizabal Apr 23, 2025 Keep reading

The Romanian Government will launch its second CfD auction with an allocation of 3,472 MW and reduced maximum prices. Eusebiu-Valentin Stamate, Policy Analyst at Issue Monitoring, anticipates lower prices, more competition and active participation from domestic and international investors, especially from established markets such as Germany and Denmark.

April 23, 2025
Germany awards 2.64 GW in solar tender amid record oversubscription

by Lucia Colaluce Apr 23, 2025 Keep reading

The Bundesnetzagentur has allocated 2,638 MW in its latest ground-mounted solar tender, marked by a 46% oversubscription and a drop in the average price to 4.66 ct/kWh, with most projects located in Bavaria, Brandenburg, and Lower Saxony. Among the selected companies are EDP, E.ON, and EnBw. Complete list of awarded projects at the end of the article.

April 23, 2025
Great Britain strengthens its commitment to ethical supply chains in the energy sector

by Strategic Energy Apr 23, 2025 Keep reading

An amendment to Britain’s Energy Bill will allow the company to ensure that forced labor is not used in its supply chains.

April 23, 2025
Data centres and AI to double power demand: Renewables must rise to the challenge

by Lucia Colaluce Apr 23, 2025 Keep reading

BloombergNEF forecasts that global electricity demand will increase by 75% by 2050, driven by artificial intelligence and data centres. Renewable energy is expected to supply two-thirds of this consumption, but the report warns of the urgent need to adapt power grids and accelerate system flexibility.

April 22, 2025
AEGE reopens the discussion on energy contract flexibility for large consumers

by Milena Giorgi Apr 22, 2025 Keep reading

Pedro González, Managing Director, states that enabling multiple physical suppliers will facilitate the signing of long-term contracts in the current context of a slowdown in the PPA market, while also enhancing industrial competitiveness.

April 22, 2025
UK grid operator prepares for record-breaking demand drop this 2025 summer driven by solar surge

by Lucia Colaluce Apr 22, 2025 Keep reading

NESO (National Energy System Operator) forecasts historic low electricity demand during summer 2025, driven by the rapid expansion of solar generation. The operator estimates that there is a 50% probability that national demand will reach a new historic low, below 13.4 GW, so it will implement special tools to balance the system.

April 22, 2025
Apple has exceeded a 60% reduction in its global greenhouse gas emissions

by Strategic Energy Apr 22, 2025 Keep reading

Ahead of Earth Day, Apple reaches new goals in emissions reduction, clean energy, and recycled materials

April 30, 2025
The photovoltaic sector responds to the blackout: “The grid is stable with renewables, and we are prepared to contribute even more”

by Strategic Energy Apr 30, 2025 Keep reading

April 29, 2025
The Iberian blackout alerts Europe: it is urgent to strengthen electricity grids and accelerate storage

by Emilia Lardizabal Apr 29, 2025 Keep reading

April 29, 2025
Which of all the blackout hypotheses is considered the most accurate according to the experts?

by Milena Giorgi Apr 29, 2025 Keep reading

April 29, 2025
Katherina Reiche: What does the new minister propose to boost renewables in Germany?

by Lucia Colaluce Apr 29, 2025 Keep reading

April 29, 2025
Process of restoring tension to the peninsular electrical system

by Strategic Energy Apr 29, 2025 Keep reading

Red Eléctrica reports on the gradual recovery of the peninsular electricity system following an incident that caused a loss of 10,000 MW of demand in just a few minutes.