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September 19, 2025
WindEurope: Doesn’t Germany want its consumers to enjoy the benefits of electrification?

by Strategic Energy Sep 19, 2025 Keep reading

Germany’s Energy Minister Katherina Reiche presented a “monitoring report” on the progress of the German energy transition. With this “reality check” her Ministry aims to keep the transition science-based and affordable. The report suggests targeted tweaks to German energy policy rather than a categorical reorientation.

September 19, 2025
Lorenzana calls from Japan on the Government to launch offshore wind auctions and reinforce the electricity grid

by Juan Ignacio Barrea Sep 19, 2025 Keep reading

The Galician Minister for Economy and Industry warned that the sector’s paralysis discourages investment and risks Galicia missing the opportunity to attract offshore wind projects and complete the industrial value chain.

September 18, 2025
Aagesen urged the PP to agree on a state pact for the energy transition and grid strategy

by Milena Giorgi Sep 18, 2025 Keep reading

Minister Sara Aagesen defended in Parliament the electricity transmission plan with €13.59 billion, an attractive remuneration framework and measures to optimise the grid, amid rapid growth in renewables and electrification.

September 18, 2025
Spain’s electricity grids require more investment to meet new energy demands.

by Strategic Energy Sep 18, 2025 Keep reading

The report, presented by Deloitte during the information breakfast “Connecting the Future: Electricity Grids for a More Competitive Spain,” warns of an unattractive remuneration framework for investment and suggests several key factors for taking advantage of the country’s opportunity. To date, Spain has the lowest Financial Return on Investment in Distribution Networks in Europe (5.58%).

September 17, 2025
Spain leads European PPAs in August with 182 MW as solar gains ground

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In August, 9 PPAs were signed in Europe totalling 437 MW, with Spain taking the lead (181.7 MW). Solar PV accounted for 54% of total capacity, while corporate deals rose to 58% of the volume.

September 16, 2025
Naturgy, Iberdrola and OPDEnergy among companies advancing 465 MW of renewables in September

by Milena Giorgi Sep 16, 2025 Keep reading

This month, 19 resolutions were published in the BOE for solar-wind hybridisation and storage projects. In addition, 115 MW of wind capacity were rejected, corresponding to Repsol and Aspiravi.

September 16, 2025
Demand and rising gas and CO2 prices boost prices in European electricity markets in the second week of September

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In the second week of September, prices in most of the main European electricity markets rose, although the weekly average remained below €75/MWh. Several exceeded €100/MWh on some days, with Germany leading the way by reaching its highest daily price since February on September 9, at €142.45/MWh.

September 15, 2025
Sara Aagesen announces the outlines of the 2030 Electricity Planning Proposal

by Strategic Energy Sep 15, 2025 Keep reading

The public hearing begins on the draft royal decree regulating investment plans for electricity networks.

September 12, 2025
Norvento TECHnPower launches the world’s highest power density converters for utility-scale and multipurpose applications

by Milena Giorgi Sep 12, 2025 Keep reading

The nXL family delivers up to 9 MVA in 20 feet, with a record 622 kVA/m³ and a sealed IP65 design. The company already has initial manufacturing commitments supported by the Innovation Fund (€27.5 million).

September 12, 2025
MITECO manages more than 23 billion euros to advance the energy, water, ecological, and territorial transition

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Sara Aagesen chaired the presentation of the results of the PRTR (Plan for Investment in the Ecological Transition), held at the Madrid College of Architects. The ministry recognizes 39 exemplary initiatives in the implementation of the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan.

September 11, 2025
First signs of a reality check after the publication of capacity maps for the renewables market

by Juan Ignacio Barrea Sep 11, 2025 Keep reading

Grid saturation is leaving no capacity for new industries and electrification projects, hindering stand‑alone batteries and putting downward pressure on PPAs. Experts are calling for urgent measures to enable flexible connections and accelerate investment in networks.

September 11, 2025
“Europe’s independence moment”: domestically produced wind energy boosts security and competitiveness

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In her 2025 State of the Union address EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen highlighted the new geopolitical reality in which economic competition and national security are intertwined. She stressed the need for Europe to massively invest in digital and clean technologies to ensure the future continues to be made in Europe.

September 10, 2025
No room in the grid: collapsed demand and a blockade to industrial and renewable development

by Milena Giorgi Sep 10, 2025 Keep reading

The publication of firm demand capacity maps confirms that 83.4% of nodes are saturated and shows 0 MW available in key substations, constraining new industry, renewables and green hydrogen. The sector is calling for flexible connections and investment in networks with clear rules from CNMC and MITECO.

September 10, 2025
Informal meeting of energy ministers in Copenhagen: priority to energy security

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The informal ministerial meeting discussed the future of Europe’s energy architecture beyond 2030, as well as digitisation, clean technologies, and energy infrastructure issues.

September 10, 2025
Lithuania Temporarily Suspends Offshore Wind Tender

by Strategic Energy Sep 10, 2025 Keep reading

The Government has postponed the bidding process until October 6–7, 2025, to give potential participants more time to prepare and ensure stronger competition at competitive prices.

September 9, 2025
Spain must include methane reduction in its Climate Pact to give renewables an advantage

by Milena Giorgi Sep 9, 2025 Keep reading

Methane accounts for 18.62% of net emissions in Spain and is 84 times more potent than CO2 over 20 years. Environmental groups and experts are calling for an intersectoral plan to boost renewables and curb dependence on gas.

September 9, 2025
European electricity markets kick off September with price declines and record photovoltaic generation

by Strategic Energy Sep 9, 2025 Keep reading

In the first week of September, the weekly prices of the main European electricity markets fell compared to the previous week, with most falling below €75/MWh. On some days, most markets registered daily prices below €30/MWh, although Italy and Germany reached over €100/MWh.

September 8, 2025
September accelerates 170 MW of renewables: hybridisation and batteries gain ground in Spain

by Milena Giorgi Sep 8, 2025 Keep reading

The MITECO is processing seven renewable projects from Iberdrola, Boreas Energy, Naturgy, Siemens Gamesa and Sistemas Energéticos, involving hybridisation, batteries and repowering in Cáceres, Burgos, Aragón, Navarra, Ciudad Real and Zaragoza.

September 8, 2025
ACER warns that grid congestion and infrastructure delays are limiting renewable integration across Europe

by Strategic Energy Sep 8, 2025 Keep reading

New data from ACER reveals that EU countries only made available 54% of transmission capacity on the most congested lines in 2024—well below the 70% regulatory threshold—resulting in €580 million in lost welfare and €4.3 billion in congestion management costs.

September 5, 2025
Stablecoin regulation offers keys to tokenising renewables in Europe

by Milena Giorgi Sep 5, 2025 Keep reading

The MiCA framework paves the way for transferring principles of backing, traceability and trust to the energy sector. Jorge Viñuelas, Head of European Affairs at beBartlet, analyses how blockchain can drive the green transition.

September 5, 2025
WindEurope says that European Governments must get their act together on wind energy

by Strategic Energy Sep 5, 2025 Keep reading

The association released the latest wind energy data today. It shows Europe built 6.8 GW of new wind in the first half of 2025. That’s less than expected and not nearly enough to deliver the EU’s 2030 energy security and climate targets. Except for Germany, most countries in Europe are not doing enough to build more wind. That’s bad news for Europe’s economic competitiveness.