Southern Europe - Strategic Energy Europe

November 20, 2024
The Government of Spain has greenlit a tax aimed at large energy companies, with the purpose of advancing the country’s energy transition and promoting decarbonization

by Energía Estratégica Keep reading

Spain designs a tax on energy companies but with incentives for decarbonization: reactions and political stances.

November 19, 2024
Hybridizing batteries in renewables: a strategic opportunity for higher profits

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

Currently, there are 17 GW of batteries requested in Spain, of which only 1 GW is hybridized with renewables. Antonio Delgado Rigal, CEO of AleaSoft, highlights the potential of hybridization to improve the profitability and stability of clean energies.

November 19, 2024
Saitec Offshore Technologies consolidates itself with floating solutions and pre-commercial projects.

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

With a strong interest in participating in upcoming auctions in Iberia, Saitec Offshore Technologies is driving floating offshore wind in the region through key projects such as DemoSATH, GEROA, and Medfloat. The company highlights the value of these initiatives in reducing costs and promoting the energy transition offshore.

November 19, 2024
Spanish consortium creates 5kW electrolyzer to generate green hydrogen in the steel industry

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Driven by the Spanish multinational Celsa and IREC, along with a dozen companies and technology centers, the project has explored the applications of SOEC technology for the sector. This electrolyzer operates at high temperatures, utilizing residual heat and excess steam generated in industrial facilities to produce renewable hydrogen.

November 18, 2024
€163 Million for Energy Storage: Benbros, Green Message, and Iberdrola Lead Spain’s Energy PERTE

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

One by one, the changes introduced by the Final Resolution of this first call for innovative energy storage projects after the appeals, along with the ranking of companies that received the largest allocations.

November 18, 2024
Alter5 observes greater financing for merchant projects in renewables due to the “free fall” of PPA prices.

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

The decline in PPA prices in Spain and market volatility are leading Alter5 to strengthen its financing proposals in the merchant model. Salvador Carrillo, co-founder of Alter5, explains the leveraging opportunities that allow developers to tackle this uncertain environment with a flexible and digitized debt structure.

November 15, 2024
Teresa Ribera and the Energy Dilemma: Can Her Decarbonization Vision Survive Criticism in Europe?

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

“Her negotiating ability will be tested,” says Carlos Martín Graña, who points out flaws in her support for sectors outside the renewable energy field and the industry.

November 15, 2024
Zelestra has announced the appointment of Luis Alvargonzález as Country Manager for Spain and Xavier Puig as the new Chief Financial Officer.

by Energía Estratégica Keep reading

Both executives will drive the company’s growth strategy in renewable energy and its commitment to decarbonization.

November 15, 2024
Enagás and Heidelberg Materials have agreed to develop sustainable CO2 management projects

by Energía Estratégica Keep reading

The two companies have signed a collaboration agreement to promote carbon footprint reduction projects, focusing on the development of a logistics chain for the capture, transport, and storage of CO2.

November 14, 2024
MITECO approves 642 MW of renewable energy projects and rejects 99 MW of wind projects

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

In the first 12 days of the month, the government approved photovoltaic projects led by Iberdrola, Acciona, and Iron Power, as well as a storage project by Roldwin. However, it rejected wind initiatives proposed by Forestalia.

November 14, 2024
Spanish energy retailers strengthen their position with renewables in a competitive market

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

With more than 560 companies in the market—a 40% increase compared to four years ago—differentiation and retention have become challenging. According to industry insiders, price remains the main factor influencing customer choices. In this context, the growing share of renewables in the energy mix and greater awareness of various contracting options are seen as positive signals.

November 14, 2024
Gonvarri Solar Steel increases its presence with a 162 MWp supply agreement

by Energía Estratégica Keep reading

This project includes the supply of over 3,900 trackers, strategically distributed across multiple layouts, which will enable flexible operation and optimization of the project’s lifespan, as well as an improvement in the LCOE for the client.

November 13, 2024
Risen Energy expands its presence in Europe with a new headquarters in Madrid

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In an exclusive interview, Daniel Martínez Ezquerra, General Director of Risen Energy EU, states: “Madrid was chosen for its centrality and excellent connectivity, making it a strategic point for both Risen’s national and international operations.”

November 12, 2024
The new Galician law aims to boost wind energy but faces opposition due to its restrictions in the market

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

The Law 2/2024 in Galicia imposes a fee on wind energy infrastructure and allows for the installation of wind farms outside the designated areas, provided they meet specific conditions. However, the wind energy sector questions certain restrictions imposed by the Xunta.

November 12, 2024
Javier Fernández-Font: “COP29 should promote incentives to accelerate photovoltaics in Europe and Latin America”

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Ahead of COP29 in Baku, Javier Fernández-Font, General Director of Alusin Solar and Vice President of UNEF, emphasizes the urgency of establishing incentives and financial support for the development of photovoltaic solar energy at the European level and in Latin America, where institutional support is key to boosting this sector in still lagging regions.

November 11, 2024
The FER X Decree: Expectations for the Renewable Sector in Italy and Its Regulatory Challenges

by Emilia Lardizabal Keep reading

The FER X Decree, currently under discussion, aims to accelerate Italy’s energy transition toward decarbonization by 2030, promoting financial incentives and administrative simplification in the renewable sector. Francesco Passafiume, Product Manager of PowerSolutions EMEA, points out that the regulation will reduce project processing times, but he warns that the success of the decree depends on its effective implementation and alignment with other regulatory frameworks, such as the Decree on Suitable Areas and the Environmental Law Decree.

November 11, 2024
They warn of the need for regulations that allow the deployment of batteries: 25 GW of applications

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

With 25 GW of storage solutions applying for grid connection, Spain faces the challenge of accelerating access permits for batteries. The sector is calling for, among other things, progress in capacity auctions, and regional governments are meeting to unify evaluation criteria.

November 11, 2024
Rolwind obtains the first favorable DIA for a “stand alone” storage project

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The milestone marks a significant advancement for the country’s energy transition and positions Rolwind as a leader in innovation and sustainability within the energy sector.

November 8, 2024
Iberdrola partners with Italian steel giant Acciaierie Venete to supply green electricity

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The power purchase agreement involves the supply of 230 GWh of photovoltaic energy over the contract period, which will reduce emissions by 6,960 tonnes of CO₂ annually.

November 7, 2024
Italy is Projected to Surpass 7 GW of New Installed Capacity by 2024

by Emilia Lardizabal Keep reading

Italy is on track to break its record, reaching 7 GW of new renewable energy installations in 2024 despite the uncertainty generated by the government’s support scheme, according to Francesco Marghella, an energy systems specialist. Additionally, he notes that the MACSE will play a crucial role in the market but expresses concerns over the competitiveness of the initial auction.

November 7, 2024
Social Due Diligence and Mediation: Keys to Avoiding Conflicts in Energy Storage Projects

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

The incorporation of tools such as social due diligence and judicial mediation is transforming the approach to conflicts in energy storage projects. Experts emphasize the need for preventive actions and mediation strategies to reduce social opposition and improve relationships with local communities.

November 20, 2024
The Government of Spain has greenlit a tax aimed at large energy companies, with the purpose of advancing the country’s energy transition and promoting decarbonization

by Energía Estratégica Keep reading

Spain designs a tax on energy companies but with incentives for decarbonization: reactions and political stances.

November 19, 2024
Hybridizing batteries in renewables: a strategic opportunity for higher profits

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

November 19, 2024
Saitec Offshore Technologies consolidates itself with floating solutions and pre-commercial projects.

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

November 19, 2024
Spanish consortium creates 5kW electrolyzer to generate green hydrogen in the steel industry

by Energía Estratégica Keep reading

November 18, 2024
€163 Million for Energy Storage: Benbros, Green Message, and Iberdrola Lead Spain’s Energy PERTE

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

November 18, 2024
Alter5 observes greater financing for merchant projects in renewables due to the “free fall” of PPA prices.

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

November 15, 2024
Teresa Ribera and the Energy Dilemma: Can Her Decarbonization Vision Survive Criticism in Europe?

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

“Her negotiating ability will be tested,” says Carlos Martín Graña, who points out flaws in her support for sectors outside the renewable energy field and the industry.