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April 18, 2025
In the first quarter of 2025, Italy will boost 2.4 GW of renewable energy with progress in environmental assessment

by Emilia Lardizabal Apr 18, 2025 Keep reading

According to a survey by Strategic Energy Europe based on data from the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources (MASE), 2.4 GW of renewable energy projects were processed in Italy in the first three months of 2025. Wind and agrivoltaic technologies lead the portfolio, with significant growth in projects with storage.

April 18, 2025
ScottishPower awards HSM Offshore Energy the construction of the substation for its East Anglia Two offshore wind farm

by Strategic Energy Apr 18, 2025 Keep reading

The company, ScottishPower Renewables, has awarded an EPCIC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Installation and Commissioning) contract for its East Anglia TWO offshore substation and jacket foundation to HSM Offshore Energy.

April 18, 2025
Greece publishes its Marine Spatial Planning (MSP)

by Strategic Energy Apr 18, 2025 Keep reading

This is an important initiative, as for the first time our country sets the rules for the organization of the marine space. The MSP takes into account the interactions between land and sea activities and emphasizes the consultation and co-formulation of priorities per region, through the establishment of Marine Spatial Planning Frameworks.

April 17, 2025
The North Sea takes centre stage as the backbone of Europe’s energy independence

by Lucia Colaluce Apr 17, 2025 Keep reading

The Offshore TSO Collaboration has unveiled a new portfolio of cross-border projects with a 2040 horizon for a regional energy grid.The OTC Grid Map 2025, outlines over 300 GW of offshore wind capacity expected across the region, including areas within national Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZs). It includes projects like Nautilus and LionLink,

April 17, 2025
New meeting of the task force at the Ministry of Environment and Energy from Greece for the regulation of energy production in view of Easter

by Strategic Energy Apr 17, 2025 Keep reading

As part of preparations for Easter, the Greek Ministry of Environment and Energy brought together key stakeholders in the electricity system to monitor the implementation of production limitation measures at renewable and cogeneration plants. According to preliminary data, producer compliance reached 89%.

April 16, 2025
The Madrid renewable energy mega-meeting brings together key figures from the sector: Repsol, Galp, and Sonnedix

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Joao Costeira, of Repsol; Carlos Relancio, of Galp; and Carolina Nester, of Sonnedix, will lead panels at FES Iberia 2025, to be held on June 24 in Madrid. The summit, which will bring together more than 400 executives, will also feature important partners such as Wattkraft, 360 Energy, Risen, Chemik, Yingli, and BLC Power Generation.

April 16, 2025
Europe debates the future of energy: Renewable Integration, Storage, and Electric Vehicles

by Strategic Energy Apr 16, 2025 Keep reading

The second edition of the “Forum on the Integration of Storage, Renewables, and Electric Vehicles”, organized by Mobility Portal Europe and Strategic Energy Europe, will be held virtually on May 20 and 21. Leaders and experts will analyze the challenges and opportunities for accelerating the integration of renewable energy in Europe.

April 16, 2025
European PPA market redefined in 2024 with 19 GW contracted, hybrid surge and Iberian leadership

by Lucia Colaluce Apr 16, 2025 Keep reading

According to Wood Mackenzie’s latest report, the European renewable energy PPA market closed 2024 with nearly 19 GW of newly contracted capacity, led by Spain and Germany. Hybrid agreements and strong corporate demand are reshaping the outlook for 2025.

April 16, 2025
UK unlocks £40 billion by prioritising clean energy grid connections

by Lucia Colaluce Apr 16, 2025 Keep reading

The UK Government and Ofgem have launched a reform prioritising strategic projects to fast-track the energy transition. The plan is expected to unlock £40 billion in annual private investment, following £43.7 billion already announced since July in the clean energy sector.

April 16, 2025
Poland exceeds 22 GW in solar capacity and secures 10.8 GW in wind: ¿System stability under pressure?

by Lucia Colaluce Apr 16, 2025 Keep reading

According to official data from Polskie Sieci Elektroenergetyczne, by March and April 2025, installed photovoltaic capacity reached 22,074 MW, while wind farms totalled 10,868 MW, marking a new national milestone. However, the rapid growth also reveals persistent imbalances in the power system, with deviations exceeding 2,000 MW at times.

April 15, 2025
What will it take to cut offshore wind CAPEX by 30% and meet WindEurope’s Deal?

by Milena Giorgi Apr 15, 2025 Keep reading

The agreement warns that more than 20% of current projects in Europe are at risk of cancellation or delay. Industry experts explain that achieving the goals will depend on expanding projects, investing in larger and more efficient turbines, optimizing processes, and adopting energy storage as a strategic pillar.

April 15, 2025
Structural shift: Renewables account for 47% of the EU’s power mix in 2024

by Lucia Colaluce Apr 15, 2025 Keep reading

The latest report from the Directorate-General for Energy of the European Commission reveals that renewable electricity generation increased by 93 TWh in 2024, reaching a record 47% share of the EU’s energy mix. Total renewable energy production reached 1300 TWh in 2024.

April 15, 2025
Portugal strengthens auction model as a gateway to grid access and platform for new energy technologies

by Milena Giorgi Apr 15, 2025 Keep reading

Aurora Energy Research highlights that renewable auctions in Portugal have primarily served as a mechanism for securing grid access, rather than offering immediate project profitability. This rationale remains relevant in upcoming tenders involving storage, hybrid systems, and green hydrogen as part of a broader national energy strategy.

April 15, 2025
Poland launches record renewable energy auction schedule for July 2025

by Lucia Colaluce Apr 15, 2025 Keep reading

The Energy Regulatory Office has confirmed that 75.9 TWh of electricity from renewable sources will be auctioned between 1 and 9 July. The maximum total value exceeds PLN 31 billion, while the country accelerates towards a 32 GW renewable target to stabilise its power system.

April 15, 2025
The French renewable energy sector defends wind power as a strategic pillar in the face of court decisions

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In light of recent court rulings on biodiversity and landscapes, the Syndicat des Énergies Renouvelables reaffirms that onshore wind power reduces France’s dependence on fossil fuels, which cost €62.5 billion in 2024, and contributes to the country’s energy sovereignty and transition.

April 15, 2025
Greece demands “realism” in the European Union’s 2040 climate targets

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In a conversation with the European Commissioner for Climate Action, Greek Minister of Environment and Energy Stavros Papastavros stressed that the new emission reduction targets must be realistic and enjoy political and social support. Greece reaffirms its commitment to the Paris Agreement and EU objectives.

April 14, 2025
Data center energy consumption will double by 2030: more than 450 TWh of additional renewable energy will be required to sustain its growth

by Emilia Lardizabal Apr 14, 2025 Keep reading

Driven by advances in artificial intelligence, data centers will reach a global electricity consumption of 945 TWh by 2030. According to the International Energy Agency, the sector will demand more than 450 TWh of additional renewable generation by 2035 to sustain this technological transformation without compromising the energy transition.

April 14, 2025
Estonia activates its offshore roadmap: auctions, licenses, and new players drive wind power expansion

by Lucia Colaluce Apr 14, 2025 Keep reading

The Baltic country is actively progressing in its offshore wind licensing process, supported by a clear legal framework, strong foreign interest and new tenders planned for 2025. “We have advanced projects, but we need to strengthen the grid,” says Merilin Kraun, Project Manager at Estonia’s technical regulatory authority, in a conversation with Strategic Energy Europe.

April 14, 2025
France, racing against time: the challenge of reaching its offshore wind potential in the face of Northern Europe’s leadership

by Emilia Lardizabal Apr 14, 2025 Keep reading

Despite having the second-largest offshore wind potential in Europe, France has only 1.5 GW in operation and faces a complex path marked by administrative obstacles, high investment costs, and limited infrastructure. The country is targeting 18 GW by 2035, but current projects will not be ready before 2028, according to an analysis by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA).

April 14, 2025
Ireland unlocks €1bn offshore grid investment to scale up wind energy integration

by Lucia Colaluce Apr 14, 2025 Keep reading

Ireland’s grid operator EirGrid has unveiled a €1bn procurement plan to build offshore infrastructure along the east and south coasts. Meanwhile, new data shows wind power saved €1.2bn in 2024 alone.

April 11, 2025
WindEurope 2025: Europe proposes a new offshore wind pact to auction 100GW and cut costs by 30% by 2040

by Lucia Colaluce Apr 11, 2025 Keep reading

At WindEurope’s annual event in Copenhagen, the industry proposed a new agreement to auction 100GW of offshore wind capacity between 2031 and 2040, using bilateral Contracts for Difference. The pact includes a 30% cost reduction target and measures to reinforce Europe’s energy security.