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March 11, 2025
The first MACSE auction will take place on September 30 and will drive 10 GWh of energy storage

by Emilia Lardizabal Mar 11, 2025 Keep reading

Terna will hold the first energy storage auction under the MACSE mechanism with an initial target of 10 GWh for delivery in 2028. A progressive expansion is expected, reaching 50 GWh by 2030, with auctions of 20 GWh in 2029 and 2030.

March 10, 2025
Germany leads energy storage with over 1.8 million installed units

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 10, 2025 Keep reading

The storage sector grew by 50% in 2024, with 600,000 new systems installed, consolidating the country as a European leader in the energy transition. This growth is part of a broader expansion across the continent, where projects exceed 66 GW in operation and an announced capacity of over 39 GW.

March 10, 2025
The hidden problem of solar energy: Without storage, the sector could collapse

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 10, 2025 Keep reading

Enrique De La Cruz, Commercial Director at Gamesa Electric, discussed storage’s impact on the solar industry at the Storage and Renewable Leadership Forum. He highlighted that price cannibalisation in Spain threatens growth, but storage could stabilise revenues and ensure the viability of new projects.

March 10, 2025
The battery industry has entered a new phase according to the IEA

by Strategic Energy Mar 10, 2025 Keep reading

After years of investment, the global battery manufacturing capacity reached 3 TWh in 2024, and over the next five years, production capacity could triple if all announced projects are completed, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA).

March 7, 2025
The future of photovoltaics depends on energy storage: Risen’s vision for 2025

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 7, 2025 Keep reading

José Antonio Irastorza, Business Development Director at Risen, analyzed the evolution of photovoltaic module prices during the Storage and Renewable Leadership Forum organized by Strategic Energy Corp. “The market is undergoing a major transformation, and investments will depend on the progress of energy storage,” he pointed out.

March 7, 2025
Grid Forming: the key to a stable and secure 100% renewable system

by Milena Giorgi Mar 7, 2025 Keep reading

AEPIBAL shared the latest Open Session where the importance of this technology that will change the rules of the game in the integration of renewables and energy storage into networks was addressed.

March 6, 2025
T-1 auction for 2025/26 by NESO awards 725 MW to battery storage systems

by Strategic Energy Mar 6, 2025 Keep reading

The technology continues to gain prominence in the UK energy market, representing 9.15% of the total awarded capacity in the auction and surpassing other renewables and strengthens its role in grid stability. What key trends do these results reveal?

March 6, 2025
Zenobē powers up a world first solution and Europe’s biggest battery at Scotland

by Strategic Energy Mar 6, 2025 Keep reading

The largest battery site in Europe has commenced operations in the UK. The 200MW/400MWh Blackhillock site in Moray, Scotland, is now live, with a further 100MW scheduled to come online in 2026, making a total of 300MW/600MWh.

March 6, 2025
Statkraft achieves solid results in 2024 despite lower energy prices

by Strategic Energy Mar 6, 2025 Keep reading

Net operating revenues stood at €4.6 billion in 2024, compared to €5.7 billion the previous year, while underlying operating profit (EBIT) decreased to €2.3 billion from €3.6 billion in 2023. This is one of the best EBIT figures in Statkraft’s history, despite significantly lower prices. New wind assets in Spain contributed to the group’s increased production, which reached 66.3 TWh in 2024 (+7%).

March 6, 2025
The third edition of the mega event FES Iberia 2025 is here: It will bring together the leading renewable energy companies

by Guido Gubinelli Mar 6, 2025 Keep reading

On 24 June, Madrid will host FES Iberia 2025, the key event in the renewable sector. Featuring participation from leading companies, a notable presence of Latin American firms, Autonomous Communities, and exclusive panels on offtakers and Southern Europe, this edition is set to establish itself as the must-attend meeting for the energy transition.

March 6, 2025
Innovation and CAPEX reduction: Jinko Solar’s plan to revolutionize energy storage

by Emilia Lardizabal Mar 6, 2025 Keep reading

With in-house cell development and a focus on efficiency, Jinko Solar accelerates cost reduction in energy storage. “We are implementing technological improvements that allow us to reduce CAPEX and offer a more competitive product,” said Lucía Dólera, Business Development Manager for utility-scale energy storage systems, during the Storage, Renewable and Electric Vehicle Integration Forum.

March 6, 2025
Romania’s challenge: Strengthening its power grid for renewable expansion

by Emilia Lardizabal Mar 6, 2025 Keep reading

According to Eusebiu-Valentin Stamate, Policy Analyst at Issue Monitoring, the country is implementing regulatory and investment measures to strengthen transmission infrastructure and ensure system stability. He also points out that energy storage and green hydrogen will be key tools to stabilize the grid and meet the 85% decarbonization target by 2030 and 94% by 2050.

March 5, 2025
Digitalisation, expansion, and stability: The challenges of Germany’s power grid

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 5, 2025 Keep reading

Fiete Wulff, Head of Press and Public Relations at Bundesnetzagentur discusses with Strategic Energy Europe how Germany is accelerating the modernisation and expansion of its power grid to facilitate the integration of renewables. The growth of solar and wind energy demands improvements in digitalisation, storage, and grid stability. However, regulatory and infrastructure planning challenges still persist.

March 4, 2025
Italy awards 38 GW in the Capacity Market auction with a record-low price

by Strategic Energy Mar 4, 2025 Keep reading

Italy successfully concludes the Capacity Market auction for the 2027 delivery period, awarding a total of 38,641 MW between existing and new capacity. However, the most relevant fact is that the valuation price reached its historic low, set at €47,000/MW/year for national capacity, with even lower values for imported capacity.

March 4, 2025
BESS and Hydrogen as allies: Key takeaways from SolaX at the Storage and Renewable Leadership Forum

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 4, 2025 Keep reading

At the virtual event organised by Strategic Energy Corp, Rodrigo Ruiz, PV & BESS Sales Director (Iberia) at SolaX, analysed the role of energy storage in Europe’s transition, the need for public policies, and the regulatory challenges that must be addressed. Industry leaders emphasised that BESS and hydrogen are not competing technologies but complementary solutions for a more resilient and efficient energy market.

March 3, 2025
MACSE and the future of energy storage in Italy: Prices, returns, and sector expectations

by Emilia Lardizabal Mar 3, 2025 Keep reading

Héctor Andrés Rodríguez Garnica, PV & BESS Product Manager and Technical Specialist, states that the scheme will boost energy storage and improve the flexibility of the electricity system. Prices are expected to range between €100 and €150 per MWh, with returns between 8% and 12% for investors. Terna S.p.A. has indicated that the auctions will be delayed until September of this year.

March 3, 2025
Black & Veatch announces at the Storage and Renewable Leadership Forum the development of 365 MW of green hydrogen and 21 GW of energy storage

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 3, 2025 Keep reading

The American company highlighted its leadership in hydrogen and energy storage projects during the virtual event “Storage and Renewable Leadership Forum”, organised by Strategic Energy Corp. Youssef Merjaneh, Senior Vice President and Managing Director for EMEA at Black & Veatch, emphasised the importance of subsidies and scalability for the development of these technologies in Europe.

February 27, 2025
Investment needs of European energy infrastructure to enable a decarbonised economy

by Strategic Energy Feb 27, 2025 Keep reading

The European Commission report highlights the need for multi-billion euro investments in electricity grids, hydrogen, and storage to meet the 2040 climate targets.

February 26, 2025
The Clean Industrial Deal: Europe’s response to China and the US in the green race

by Lucia Colaluce Feb 26, 2025 Keep reading

At a press briefing, experts analysed the impact of the Clean Industrial Deal and the Omnibus package on Europe’s competitiveness and decarbonisation. Spain emerges as one of the main beneficiaries.

February 25, 2025
Triodos Bank announced record financing for renewable energy at the Storage and Renewable Energy Leadership Forum

by Lucia Colaluce Feb 25, 2025 Keep reading

With up to 400 MW in planned financing for 2025 and a presence in several European markets, Triodos Bank is focusing on PPA structures, merchant models, and innovative financing in energy storage, small-scale solar parks, and electric mobility to drive the energy transition. Miguel Ángel Amores González, representative of Triodos Bank Spain, presented the bank’s strategy during the “Storage and Renewable Leadership Forum”, organised by Strategic Energy Corp.

February 25, 2025
Renera Energy advances towards its transformation into an IPP with a renewable portfolio of over 4 GW in Europe

by Emilia Lardizabal Feb 25, 2025 Keep reading

The Swiss company Renera Energy, with operations in Italy, Germany, and Romania, seeks to establish itself as an Independent Power Producer (IPP). With over 4 GW in development, its strategy focuses on the expansion of solar and energy storage projects. Lars Konersmann, Head of Solar Development and Member of the Executive Board, analyzes the 2024 balance and the company’s future objectives.

March 6, 2025
The third edition of the mega event FES Iberia 2025 is here: It will bring together the leading renewable energy companies

by Guido Gubinelli Mar 6, 2025 Keep reading

March 3, 2025
Black & Veatch announces at the Storage and Renewable Leadership Forum the development of 365 MW of green hydrogen and 21 GW of energy storage

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 3, 2025 Keep reading

February 27, 2025
Investment needs of European energy infrastructure to enable a decarbonised economy

by Strategic Energy Feb 27, 2025 Keep reading

The European Commission report highlights the need for multi-billion euro investments in electricity grids, hydrogen, and storage to meet the 2040 climate targets.