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March 31, 2025
Solar PPAs without signatures and wind power without supply: the renewable energy market in Spain enters a zone of imbalance

by Milena Giorgi Mar 31, 2025 Keep reading

In the first quarter of 2025, solar PPA buyers are offering contracts between €25 and €30/MWh, although projects are only viable starting at €35/MWh. This has led to a minimal volume of contracts. In contrast, wind power is trading above €50/MWh, with peaks of up to €54/MWh, but there are no wind farms available to sell this energy.

March 31, 2025
Italy reopens call for agrivoltaic projects under the PNRR from April 1

by Emilia Lardizabal Mar 31, 2025 Keep reading

The Ministry of Environment and Energy Security will reactivate the selection process for agrivoltaic systems on April 1. Regulatory adjustments are being made following the limited results of the first call, which allocated only 4% of the planned target.

March 31, 2025
SolarPower Europe extends its reach to storage and flexibility in response to EU challenges

by Strategic Energy Mar 31, 2025 Keep reading

The association has published two new flexibility reports based on the Solar 2040 Mission, which highlight the role of storage in achieving true energy security in Europe. The announcements were made during the SolarPower Summit held in Brussels.

March 28, 2025
Eastern Europe adds 65 GW of solar and accelerates energy decoupling from Russia

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 28, 2025 Keep reading

Driven by geopolitical pressure, EU funding and expanding grid networks, countries such as Poland, Lithuania and Bulgaria are leading an unprecedented solar boom. “The fastest source to connect today is solar PV,” states Alejandro Diego Rosell, Director of Energy at Nuvix Consulting, in conversation with Strategic Energy Europe.

March 28, 2025
Businesses on a waiting list for power: The Netherlands launches 100 measures to ease grid congestion

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 28, 2025 Keep reading

Over 12,000 companies are currently on a waiting list to connect to the Dutch power grid. The government is working with grid operators, the ACM and market players on more than 100 measures to increase capacity as quickly as possible. All actions are to be finalised by the end of April.

March 28, 2025
France reshapes its rooftop solar tariff framework “S21”: What does the industry think?

by Emilia Lardizabal Mar 28, 2025 Keep reading

On March 26, the French government published a comprehensive reform of the S21 tariff scheme for rooftop solar installations up to 500 kWc. The changes include new eligibility criteria, segmented tariffs, industrial resilience requirements, and the opening to simplified auction mechanisms. The renewable sector warns about uncertainty and negative impacts on self-consumption.

March 28, 2025
SolarPower Europe and UEFA collaborate on Sustainable Energy in Football

by Strategic Energy Mar 28, 2025 Keep reading

The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) and SolarPower Europe have united in a strategic partnership to advance sustainability within the European football community. Walburga Hemetsberger, CEO of SolarPower Europe, said: “Solar and football already energise communities and nations across Europe – they’re a perfect match. We’re proud to take a natural step in working with UEFA to support their 2030 sustainability goals.”

March 27, 2025
Europe reached 848 GW of renewables in 2024: Germany, Spain, France, and Italy account for 50%

by Emilia Lardizabal Mar 27, 2025 Keep reading

70 GW of new renewable capacity in 2024 in the european continent, reaching a total of 848,627 MW and consolidating a 9% year-on-year growth, according to a report from IRENA. Germany led the ranking with 161 GW, followed by Spain with 88 GW, France with 74 GW, and Italy with 72 GW. On a global scale, solar energy added 451 new GW last year, 58 GW of which were in Europe.

March 27, 2025
“We’re looking to network with decisive people”: Chemik is betting on FES Iberia 2025 to showcase its innovations

by Milena Giorgi Mar 27, 2025 Keep reading

The manufacturer of solutions that facilitate the installation of photovoltaic modules confirms its participation in Future Energy Summit, the most important meeting of the renewable energy sector and will present its TCS line, a comprehensive support system that allows for the safe, trenchless installation of overhead solar cabling, optimizing time and costs.

March 27, 2025
The CRE publishes the deliberation relating to its instruction for the 7th period of the “PPE2 PV Sol” call for tenders

by Strategic Energy Mar 27, 2025 Keep reading

The Directorate General for Energy and Climate proposed to retain 103 applications for a total power of 887.46 MWc (power demand of 925 MWc) and a weighted average price of €79.09/MWh, a slight decrease of €0.19/MWh compared to the previous period.

March 26, 2025
Germany awards over 4 GW of onshore wind in its first 2025 auction

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 26, 2025 Keep reading

The Bundesnetzagentur approved 422 onshore wind projects totalling 4,094 MW at an average price of 7.00 ct/kWh. Results were also announced for the solar segment, with 143 contracts awarded at an average price of 9.10 ct/kWh.

March 26, 2025
2024 reaches 15.2 GW in PPAs: lower volumes, more deals and a corporate record

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 26, 2025 Keep reading

In 2024, contracted volumes in the European PPA market dropped by 11%, with a 59% fall in utility agreements. However, a record 316 long-term contracts were signed—driven by a 26% rise in corporate PPAs, which reached 5.2 GW. This shift triggered a wave of innovation in multi-technology, multi-buyer and storage-linked structures.

March 26, 2025
Solar Steel inks a deal for 200 MW of 1P solar trackers in Spain

by Strategic Energy Mar 26, 2025 Keep reading

This agreement involves the installation of over 3,800 solar trackers in the Seville region, solidifying Andalucías, position as a key hub for photovoltaic solar energy in Europe.

March 26, 2025
The EDP Foundation celebrates the tenth anniversary of its EDP Energía Solidaria program

by Strategic Energy Mar 26, 2025 Keep reading

The initiative will allocate more than one million euros to promote projects that foster a fair energy transition.

March 26, 2025
Europe’s energy demand grows again driven by lower prices and renewable growth

by Strategic Energy Mar 26, 2025 Keep reading

After six years of no sustained growth, energy demand in the European Union increased by 0.5% in 2024, driven by lower prices, industrial recovery, and renewable expansion. For the first time, solar and wind generation surpassed that of coal and gas combined, according to a report published by the International Energy Agency (IEA).

March 25, 2025
Europe seeks its competitive edge in renewables: investment in R&D and targeted industrial policies

by Emilia Lardizabal Mar 25, 2025 Keep reading

The European Energy Research Alliance states in a discussion with Strategic Energy Europe that the European Union should focus on key technologies where it has the potential to achieve realistic leadership in the global renewable energy market, rather than attempting to cover all sectors.

March 25, 2025
With an initial £200 million investment, the UK turns its schools and hospitals into solar power generators

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 25, 2025 Keep reading

The UK Government has launched Great British Energy’s first major project: installing solar panels on 200 hospitals and 200 schools. With an initial £200 million investment, the plan aims to save up to £400 million over 30 years while accelerating the energy transition in deprived areas of the country.

March 25, 2025
Germany and Thailand establish energy dialogue

by Strategic Energy Mar 25, 2025 Keep reading

Germany and Thailand have signed a joint declaration to establish a German-Thai Energy Dialogue, focusing on energy cooperation, decarbonization, and renewable energy. The initiative will enhance collaboration through political consultations, workshops, and joint projects, benefiting both countries’ economies and energy security.

March 24, 2025
DualSun drives the solar self-consumption revolution with hybrid panels and IoT technology

by Emilia Lardizabal Mar 24, 2025 Keep reading

The French manufacturer is launching smart technologies that dynamically adjust energy flow, optimizing solar production and consumption. In addition, its hybrid SPRING4 system promises up to 90% savings on energy bills, with over 50% of its added value produced in France.

March 24, 2025
Ofgem launches £4 billion fund to fast-track grid projects and avoid supply chain bottlenecks

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 24, 2025 Keep reading

The UK’s energy regulator has launched upfront funding to allow electricity transmission operators to secure critical materials before planning approval. The move aims to ease pressure on the global supply chain, prevent delays in strategic projects, and accelerate the deployment of infrastructure to meet the clean energy target by 2030.

March 24, 2025
Renewable energy powers 47% of electricity in the EU in 2024, with Denmark leading the way

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 24, 2025 Keep reading

Electricity generation from renewable sources reached a record 46.9% in the European Union (EU) in 2024, with Denmark, Portugal, and Croatia leading the clean energy transition. Wind and solar remain the main growth drivers, while green hydrogen is emerging as a key technology for decarbonising industry and transport.