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October 24, 2024
Enercluster advocates for transparency in the development of 547 MW of wind energy in Navarra.

Drawing from the challenges in Galicia, the association highlights the importance of early and continuous dialogue with local communities to ensure the success of renewable projects.

October 24, 2024
Greece faces volatility in energy prices with average rates of 83 €/MWh.

by Emilia Lardizabal Keep reading

Antonio Delgado Rigal, CEO of Aleasoft, points out that during the first twenty days of October, the average energy price in Greece was 83.8 €/MWh, with hourly values fluctuating between 0.04 €/MWh and 268.9 €/MWh. He also states that the country has accelerated the integration of renewable sources, such as solar and wind, and is promoting storage technologies to balance supply and demand in order to avoid price spikes.

October 24, 2024
The Spanish Hydrogen Technology Platform publishes the catalog of the most important innovation

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

Some of the highlighted innovations such as ARIEMA’s alkaline electrolysis, LOMARTOV’s advanced storage, AICIA’s microgrids, and AJUSA’s PEM fuel cells are positioning Spain as a leader in renewable hydrogen for energy and transportation.

October 23, 2024
Manuel Pazo: “The proper implementation of the greater public interest is key to unlocking wind energy development in Galicia.”

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

The development of wind energy in Galicia is facing a critical halt, with 66 wind farms suspended, representing over 3,300 MW of affected capacity. The president of the EGA emphasizes the urgent need to properly implement the key European directive to reactivate the projects.

October 23, 2024
Ekhi acquires two solar plants from Grupo Enerland totaling 44.21 MW.

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The solar plants in Zaragoza will operate under a grid-connection scheme, injecting the generated energy into the wholesale market.

October 22, 2024
AELEC Highlights Investment in Electric Grids as a Priority for the New National Energy Commission

by Emilia Lardizabal Keep reading

The government has approved the draft bill to reinstate the National Energy Commission (CNE). In this context, the Association of Electric Energy Companies (aelēc) emphasizes that the commission’s focus should be on electric grids and that it should encourage investments in this area through remuneration models. Additionally, Marina Serrano, president of the association, indicates that the commission must also prioritize measures related to access and connection capacity to the grids, for both generation and demand.

October 22, 2024
Renewable Energy Creates Over 40 Job Opportunities in 24 Hours

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

The energy transition is driving a surge in demand for specialized technical profiles in renewable energy, with project engineers, maintenance technicians, and draftsmen among the most sought-after roles.

October 21, 2024
They warn that the offshore wind auction will be delayed until the end of 2025.

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

The offshore wind auction in Spain has been delayed until 2025, raising concerns within the sector. Experts warn of the urgent need to train specialized professionals to meet the anticipated growth and technological demands of this key industry.

October 21, 2024
The Greek photovoltaic sector demands 8 GW of storage to mitigate energy curtailment.

by Emilia Lardizabal Keep reading

HELAPCO, the Hellenic Association of Photovoltaic Companies, states that curtailments are expected to reach 1 TWh in 2024, representing 3.5% of total renewable energy production. They emphasize that between 7.5 GW and 8 GW of storage capacity is needed to address this issue. Additionally, they project surpassing the 2030 photovoltaic target of 13.5 GW and reaching 20 GW of installed capacity.

October 21, 2024
Spain Leads Europe in PPA Contracts Amid Growing Demand

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

With 483.2 MW signed in September 2024, primarily driven by corporates and a growing interest from the pharmaceutical industry, a 16% decrease in solar PPA prices and stability in wind contracts stand out.

October 21, 2024
GoodWe Launches SEMS+ App: Advanced Control and Management of Solar Energy Systems

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

This system enables remote monitoring, management, and optimization of photovoltaic installations, with advanced security and automatic firmware updates.

October 21, 2024
Red Eléctrica to Begin Construction of the New Saguntum 220kV Substation

by Energía Estratégica Keep reading

Following the inclusion of the project in the MAPs in April, Red Eléctrica initiated its processing and has since undertaken significant efforts, now enabling the imminent commencement of construction.

October 18, 2024
How can we reach 19 GW of self-consumption if only 5% of consumers have installed it so far?

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

The latest SotySolar report reveals that solar self-consumption faces economic, bureaucratic, and perception barriers. In an interview with *Energía Estratégica España*, Montserrat Lavilla stated that despite incentives and long-term savings, it is necessary to simplify processes and raise awareness.

October 18, 2024
Galicia seeks to promote synergies between energy and industry with the new Natural Resources Law

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

Next week, this regulation will be approved, benefiting local sectors such as wood and ceramics, while judicial challenges regarding wind power development continue.

October 17, 2024
2.8 GW of renewable energy projects advance in environmental processing in the Italian market.

by Emilia Lardizabal Keep reading

According to an analysis conducted by Energía Estratégica España, between September and the first weeks of October, 2,837.7 MW advanced in environmental processing from 34 projects. Of the total, 1,078.4 MW correspond to agrovoltaic energy and 1,005 MW to offshore wind energy, while the remainder is divided between onshore wind and photovoltaic energy.

October 17, 2024
The largest renewable projects to be built in Spain by 2028

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

Iberdrola, Enel Green Power, and X-ELIO lead the largest renewable energy projects in Spain. Among the most notable are the Francisco Pizarro and Lorca Solar photovoltaic parks, and the Santuario wind farm, which will drive the new installed capacity over the next three years.

October 17, 2024
Cox is awarded 248MWp of renewable energy in Seville from Lightsource bp

by Energía Estratégica Keep reading

It is a project consisting of five photovoltaic plants with a total capacity of 248 MWp, as well as an electricity transmission project in the Seville towns of Guillena, Burguillos, and Alcalá del Río.

October 16, 2024
Nearly 1 GW of BESS storage has already begun its processing at MITECO

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

Nine initiatives, led by companies such as Rolwind and Our New Energy, stand out for their capacity and strategic location in key regions such as Andalusia, Catalonia, and Asturias, enhancing renewable integration.

October 16, 2024
Italy moves towards the consolidation of the energy storage market

by Emilia Lardizabal Keep reading

Alantra Energy Transition consultants analyze the Italian storage market and the role of MACSE, and affirm that there is high appetite from developers and investors for the merchant scheme with capacity payments and the MACSE scheme, which will provide a guaranteed income of 80% for most of the project’s lifespan.

October 15, 2024
The electricity market will move to settlement every 15 minutes

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

The CNMC resolution modifies the electricity market settlement to 15-minute intervals. This measure aims to improve efficiency in managing deviations. From the renewable sector, it is seen as a positive opportunity, although it involves technological adaptation efforts.

October 15, 2024
Greece could reach 6.5 GW of wind energy in the next two years

by Emilia Lardizabal Keep reading

With a current capacity of 5.3 GW, Greece is heading towards significant growth in the wind sector, as there are 970 MW of new projects under construction and contracted, expected to be connected in the next 18 months, according to the Hellenic Wind Energy Association (HWEA). Furthermore, they highlight optimistic expectations for achieving the 2030 goals of 8.9 GW of offshore wind and 1.9 GW of marine wind.

October 24, 2024
Enercluster advocates for transparency in the development of 547 MW of wind energy in Navarra.

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

Drawing from the challenges in Galicia, the association highlights the importance of early and continuous dialogue with local communities to ensure the success of renewable projects.

October 24, 2024
Greece faces volatility in energy prices with average rates of 83 €/MWh.

by Emilia Lardizabal Keep reading

October 24, 2024
The Spanish Hydrogen Technology Platform publishes the catalog of the most important innovation

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

October 23, 2024
Manuel Pazo: “The proper implementation of the greater public interest is key to unlocking wind energy development in Galicia.”

by Milena Giorgi Keep reading

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