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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.

February 25, 2025
Energy Infrastructure Partners increases its stake to 65% in BayWa’s renewable subsidiary

by Strategic Energy Feb 25, 2025 Keep reading

Increase in shareholding in BayWa r.e. from 49% to 65% through agreed capital increase. Flagship lenders support BayWa r.e. with significant and comprehensive financing as an independent company, now extended through 2028, laying groundwork for long-term growth. BayWa r.e. to transform into sharply focused, independently positioned company aimed at growing its IPP portfolio and anchored in core expertise in project development and operation.

February 25, 2025
Verbund strengthens its strategy to achieve 25% renewables and bets on green hydrogen

by Emilia Lardizabal Feb 25, 2025 Keep reading

During the Storage and Renewable Leadership Forum, organized by Strategic Energy Corp, Carlos Valverde, PPA Originator at Verbund, outlined the company’s strategy to achieve 25% renewable generation and expand the green hydrogen market in Europe. The company will invest over 400 million euros by 2027 to strengthen its environmental and community impact.

February 25, 2025
The new battery regulation: Obstacle or boost for the European industry?

by Milena Giorgi Feb 25, 2025 Keep reading

The European battery regulation introduces strict sustainability, traceability, and safety requirements. Manufacturers and importers must adapt to new demands, including carbon footprint calculations and the mandatory Battery Passport. Is this a barrier to competitiveness or an opportunity to lead the energy transition?

February 25, 2025
DRI drives growth in Europe with over 1.3GW in renewables and new markets on the horizon

by Lucia Colaluce Feb 25, 2025 Keep reading

DRI has experienced remarkable growth in the renewable energy sector across Europe. In 2024, the company added five new projects, bringing its total portfolio to 1.3GW in wind, solar, and battery storage. Additionally, DRI expanded its workforce with new offices in Zagreb, Milan, Rome, Warsaw, and Bucharest, reinforcing its position as an agile and independent renewable energy developer and operator.

February 25, 2025
Mergers and acquisitions in renewable energy: Is Europe losing ground to the U.S. in 2024?

by Strategic Energy Feb 25, 2025 Keep reading

The renewable energy mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market shows significant differences between Europe and the United States in 2024. While regulatory incentives and access to capital have driven the U.S. market, investments in Europe face specific challenges.

February 24, 2025
ENGIE targets 10 GW in batteries and 4 GW in electrolyzers: The announcement at SEC Forum

by Emilia Lardizabal Feb 24, 2025 Keep reading

At the Storage, Renewable and Electric Vehicle Integration Forum organized by SEC, Daniel Fernández Alonso highlighted ENGIE’s commitment to energy storage and green hydrogen, with ambitious targets set for 2030 and 2035. However, he emphasized: “We really need to accelerate,” pointing out that long administrative timelines are delaying key projects in Europe.

February 24, 2025
Renalfa strengthens its portfolio of over 2 GW in solar, wind, and storage

by Emilia Lardizabal Feb 24, 2025 Keep reading

Renalfa positions itself in the renewable energy sector with a portfolio of over 2 GW in solar, wind, and energy storage (BESS) projects. With more than 400 MW of operational assets and the ongoing construction of 800 MW of solar energy along with over 1 GW in storage, Renalfa is solidifying its presence in the market. CEO Ivo Prokopiev states that they are focusing on the hybridization of assets and the conversion of non-dispatchable renewable energy into marketable electricity products.

February 20, 2025
BW ESS celebrates inauguration of the UK’s largest battery energy storage system

by Strategic Energy Feb 20, 2025 Keep reading

100MW / 331MWh battery storage system is now operational, forming a key part of BW ESS’ UK investment programme.

February 20, 2025
EDP drives energy storage in Europe with key projects in the UK, Portugal, Poland, and Spain

by Emilia Lardizabal Feb 20, 2025 Keep reading

EDP is betting on energy storage with innovative projects in the United Kingdom, Portugal, Poland, and Spain as part of its ambitious €17 billion investment plan. Rafael Solís Hernández, Director of Public Affairs, Stakeholders, and Brand at EDP Europe, highlighted the sector’s challenges and opportunities in Europe during the Storage, Renewable and Electric Vehicles Integration Forum.

February 20, 2025
Sonnedix bets on energy storage in the Iberian Peninsula with ambitious projects for 2025

by Lucia Colaluce Feb 20, 2025 Keep reading

Sonnedix advances its expansion plan in Spain and Portugal, with more than 1.2 GW in operation and a strategic focus on hybrid solutions and battery storage. Carolina Nester, Head of Operations for Iberia, revealed the company’s upcoming projects during the virtual event “Storage, Renewable and Electric Vehicles Integration Forum”, organised by Strategic Energy Corp. Regulatory challenges and the stability of revenue models will shape its growth in the Iberian market.

February 19, 2025
Today industry leaders debate the future of renewable energy in the “Storage, Renewable and Electric Vehicles Integration Forum”

by Strategic Energy Feb 19, 2025 Keep reading

Follow the Storage, Renewable and Electric Vehicles Integration Forum today from 1:00 PM (Central European Time). A free virtual event where industry leaders will discuss the future of energy and electric mobility. The forum will feature renowned companies such as Jinko Solar, and Black&Veatch.Don’t miss it!

February 17, 2025
Can renewables and storage replace nuclear baseload?

by Milena Giorgi Feb 17, 2025 Keep reading

Spain is moving forward with its nuclear phase-out, but the insufficient growth of wind power and storage raises concerns about system stability. The IEA warns that without firm backup, the country will rely on gas to ensure electricity supply.

February 16, 2025
Portugal’s storage incentive ‘not enough’ to make all projects viable, experts warn

by Milena Giorgi Feb 16, 2025 Keep reading

Experts point out that the auction design does not guarantee the feasibility of the awarded projects. Manuel Pessanha, from Synertics, argues that the incentive model should be restructured to ensure its long-term effectiveness.

February 16, 2025
Poland at a key energy crossroads: The reform that could transform its renewable market

by Lucia Colaluce Feb 16, 2025 Keep reading

Poland’s Energy Law reform aims to improve energy security and accelerate the integration of renewables. However, its impact will depend on removing bureaucratic obstacles, strengthening energy storage, and optimising public investment. Michał Sobczyk, Senior Technology Developer at European Energy, analyses the challenges and opportunities presented by this regulatory shift in a conversation with Strategic Energy Europe.

February 16, 2025
Terna publishes the results of the 2026 Capacity Market Auction with 38.4 GW allocated

by Emilia Lardizabal Feb 16, 2025 Keep reading

Terna has announced the results of the 2026 Asta Madre, with 38,405 MW of capacity assigned between national and foreign sources. The total cost of the auction amounted to €1.816 billion, with a significant presence of electrochemical storage in the newly awarded capacity.

February 14, 2025
Can blockchain boost Europe’s energy leadership against China and the US?

by Milena Giorgi Feb 14, 2025 Keep reading

Startups external to the energy market could be key to democratising access to energy and empowering consumers, who already demand to make their own decisions in other markets but remain limited in the energy sector.

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.