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The report by Quinto Armónico reveals that this trend sets a favourable scenario for investments in BESS systems, driven by the high volatility of the electricity market.

May 12, 2025
AEE launches ‘Wind Neighbours Forum’: Local communities take the lead in the energy transition

The Spanish Wind Energy Association (AEE) presented a new initiative at the Congress of Deputies aimed at giving a voice to residents of municipalities with wind farms. The forum includes a book featuring over 50 testimonies and aspires to become a permanent dialogue platform.

May 8, 2025
Chemik, Yingli Solar, and Matrix Renewables will participate in FES Iberia 2025 alongside other industry leaders.

Future Energy Summit (FES) Iberia 2025 will bring together more than 400 executives from the public and private sectors on June 24 at the Colegio de Caminos, Betancourt Auditorium, in Madrid. They will share the space with industry leaders such as Repsol, Galp, and Sonnedix, at an event that will bring together more than 400 executives to discuss key trends in the energy market.

May 8, 2025
Portugal resumes energy imports from Spain with restrictions after the 28A blackout

REN reinstates the energy flow from Spain with a 1,000 MW cap following the 28 April blackout, in place until 12 May.

May 8, 2025
5 key measures to prevent Spain from backsliding after April’s blackout

The 28 April’s power outage exposed the fragility of Spain’s power system. Fundación Renovables proposes five concrete measures—from strengthening storage to demand-side flexibility—to prevent setbacks in the transition towards a decarbonised and 100% renewable model.

May 8, 2025
Europe diversifies its portfolio with marine technologies: from offshore wind and floating solar to hybrid projects

Electrical engineer Nayeem Hossain analyzes the progress of marine renewable energy, from offshore wind to tidal power and hybrid solutions. He asserts that, although the market is still developing, the potential is “immense” and could transform the European electricity system.

May 8, 2025
AEPIBAL analyses the blackout and recommends batteries, power electronics and new markets

The 28 April event is estimated to have cost Spain around €3 billion. Experts from OMIE, AFRY, Alantra and Hesstec agreed that preventing future blackouts depends on the deployment of distributed storage, grid forming inverters, and an operational redesign of the system.

May 8, 2025
Blackout shakes the electricity market: costs triple and suppliers revise contracts

Following the blackout, Ancillary Services exceeded €35/MWh and suppliers are applying adjustment clauses, creating tension with industrial clients.

May 7, 2025
Otovo positions itself as the largest European marketplace and expands its offering with batteries and chargers for electric vehicles

With more than 30,000 installed projects, Otovo is consolidating its presence in ten countries and accelerating the adoption of technologies such as energy storage and electric mobility, supported by its subscription model that facilitates access to solar systems with no initial investment, according to Manuel Pina in an interview with Strategic Energy Europe.

May 7, 2025
Naples opens €13.4 million solar energy PPP project on public rooftops

The Campania Welfare Foundation launches a public tender for the design, construction, and management of solar systems on its properties, through a public-private partnership scheme valued at 13.4 million euros and fully financed by the private sector. The initiative also includes the establishment of a Renewable Energy Community.

May 6, 2025
Energy security and renewables: a summit to address the Iberian blackout

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FES Iberia 2025 will explore how to strengthen energy security in the aftermath of the blackout, analysing the role of storage, grids and regional integration in systems with high renewable penetration and increasing operational complexity.

May 4, 2025
Solis’ Strategy in Europe: Expansion with Scalable Innovation and AI-Driven Solutions

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The company will present its products and celebrate its 20th anniversary at Intersolar Europe 2025. In an exclusive interview, Solis outlines its next steps.

May 4, 2025
Power outage triggers surge in storage and backup system enquiries

Following losses of up to €1.3 billion, companies and households seek energy independence as enquiries soar by more than 450% in just eight hours — and the trend continues.

May 4, 2025
Is Europe ready for a 100% renewable energy system? The blackout is a warning to the sector

Electrical engineer Nayeem Hossain analyzes the causes behind the blackout that affected Europe and highlights the urgent need to strengthen energy storage, diversify renewable sources, and optimize grid interconnection. “We still rely on fossil fuels as a backup,” he tells Strategic Energy Europe.

May 4, 2025
Informal meeting of the Environment Council on: eco-innovation, climate change and counteracting disinformation

The discussions concerned the objectives and values of the European Climate Adaptation Plan, the role of technology in accelerating eco-innovation and the need to involve the private sector in climate action, inter alia.

May 2, 2025
The offshore wind sector plans to add 19.6 GW to its operating capacity by 2025

Despite project cancellations and delays totaling more than $100 billion, the offshore wind industry expects to add nearly 20 GW of energy to operations in the coming months, driving the global energy transition.

May 2, 2025
UNEF: The role of photovoltaics during the power system failure

Union Española Fotovoltaica provides a technical and responsible perspective on the electrical incident and the photovoltaic sector’s commitment to stability and sustainability.

April 30, 2025
When the grid fails: microgrids for competing with intelligence and energy autonomy

What are the technical details behind these systems that enable households, industries, and communities to manage their renewable energy, optimise costs, and achieve operational independence, leveraging available resources without relying solely on centralised systems?

April 30, 2025
20 Years of Success: Solis Celebrates Anniversary with Major Launches at Intersolar

Founded in 2005, Solis has grown from modest beginnings in Ningbo, China, to become an industry leader, maintaining its leadership today under its founder, Jimmy Wang. With over 100 GW of inverters shipped globally and a presence in over 100 countries and regions, the company celebrates two decades of innovation by boldly looking toward the future.

April 30, 2025
The electro-intensive industry is gradually resuming its activity after the power outage

AEGE members are gradually restarting operations at their facilities following yesterday’s power outage on the peninsula. No significant incidents were reported during the power outage. The industry will assess the operational and financial impacts once full normality returns.

May 12, 2025
Europe faces the challenge of wind repowering as Spain already recycles 95% of components

May 12, 2025
Daily spreads rise to €28/mwh in Spain unlocking new opportunities for battery storage