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March 24, 2025
Electricity consumption in Italy rises by 0.6% in February, according to Terna

by Strategic Energy Mar 24, 2025 Keep reading

The raw data for demand shows a decrease of 2.1%, but it is strongly influenced by the comparison with a leap year; photovoltaic production is up (+10.4%) as well as thermal production (+21.3%); in 2024, electricity consumption in the services sector is expected to grow by +4%.

March 24, 2025
EU boosts innovation with new European partnerships in advanced materials, textiles and photovoltaics

by Strategic Energy Mar 24, 2025 Keep reading

Established under Horizon Europe Strategic Plan 2025-2027, , these partnerships will drive growth, sustainability and resilience, contributing to a strong, inclusive and globally competitive Europe.

March 20, 2025
Forte Renewables warns of the need to address three key challenges to accelerate renewable energy growth

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 20, 2025 Keep reading

Carlos Hernández, Operations Manager at Forte Renewables, warns that lengthy permitting processes, financial uncertainty, and supply chain dependency are hindering the growth of renewable energy in Europe. During his participation in the forum organised by Strategic Energy Corp, the executive emphasised the need to adopt technological and regulatory solutions to ensure the long-term viability of projects.

March 20, 2025
The French government launched a public consultation for the A010 offshore wind auction with a capacity of 8.4 GW to 9.2 GW.

by Strategic Energy Mar 20, 2025 Keep reading

France is committed to continuing the development of both fixed and floating offshore wind with the new A010 auction to be launched in the coming months. The public consultation will be open until April 4th, and all interested parties will be able to submit their comments.

March 20, 2025
Germany adds 1.5 GW of new renewable capacity in February: Solar and wind lead the way

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 20, 2025 Keep reading

In February 2025, Germany added 1,538 MW of renewable capacity, with solar photovoltaic accounting for 90% of the growth and onshore wind consolidating its recovery. According to the Bundesnetzagentur, the country is maintaining an expansion rate that brings it closer to its targets of 215 GW of solar and 115 GW of onshore wind by 2030.

March 20, 2025
Portugal maintains a high share of renewables despite the decline in wind generation

by Milena Giorgi Mar 20, 2025 Keep reading

In February 2025, 81.2% of Portugal’s electricity came from renewables, though generation fell by 5.1% due to lower wind production. Electricity prices rose by 77.6%, increasing reliance on imports. Emissions remained low, driven by strong hydropower generation.

March 19, 2025
Minister Pichetto Fratin and Teresa Ribera discuss the future of renewable energy and bioenergy

by Strategic Energy Mar 19, 2025 Keep reading

Meetings in Brussels with EU Commission representatives, focusing on environmental targets, biofuels, and renewable growth.

March 18, 2025
Key discussions at the first Energy Council of the Polish presidency

by Milena Giorgi Mar 18, 2025 Keep reading

The ministerial meeting was marked by discussions on affordable energy prices, energy security in the European Union, and the situation in Ukraine. Spain also endorsed a 90% emissions reduction target by 2040 and obtained approval for a €700 million aid scheme for energy storage.

March 18, 2025
Commission invites comments on the draft State aid Framework supporting the Clean Industrial Deal

by Strategic Energy Mar 18, 2025 Keep reading

The public consultation will be open until April 25, allowing interested parties to submit their comments on the proposed framework.

March 18, 2025
In focus: Wind energy powering the clean transition

by Strategic Energy Mar 18, 2025 Keep reading

Wind energy is key to the energy transition in Europe, with a target of 42.5% renewable consumption by 2030. The EU leads turbine manufacturing and expects to generate thousands of jobs in the sector, boosting its green economic growth.

March 17, 2025
Scotland drives offshore wind energy: over 40 GW and 37 projects in development. Which companies are leading the way?

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 17, 2025 Keep reading

With a total capacity of 42.7 GW under development, Scotland reinforces its leadership in offshore wind energy. Companies such as SSE Renewables, Ocean Winds, Nadara, and BlueFloat Energy are driving key initiatives in the North Sea, according to an analysis by Strategic Energy Europe. The complete list of projects can be found at the end of the note.

March 17, 2025
Geopolitics shakes the energy transition: Price volatility, tariffs, and risk in Europe

by Emilia Lardizabal Mar 17, 2025 Keep reading

Francesco Sassi, Research Fellow in Energy Geopolitics and Markets, warns in a conversation with Strategic Energy Europe that U.S. tariffs on Chinese solar products and the volatility of gas prices in the continent are shaping a new landscape of uncertainty in the renewable industry. Energy has become a political weapon, and the EU must decide between greater protection or commercial integration.

March 17, 2025
Terna drives the modernization of power grids with a record investment of 23 billion euros

by Strategic Energy Mar 17, 2025 Keep reading

Terna has presented its 2025-2034 Development Plan, which will allocate more than 23 billion euros.The plan aims to integrate renewable energy sources, improve electricity transmission capacity, and expand international interconnections. Among the key projects are the Tyrrhenian Link, the Adriatic Link, and the energy bridge between Italy and Tunisia, which are pillars of the country’s decarbonization and energy security.

March 17, 2025
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners’ fifth flagship fund exceeds its €12 billion target

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Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) announced that its fifth flagship fund, CI V, has surpassed its €12 billion target at its final close.

March 13, 2025
Renewables Leaders call for market reform to stabilize costs and facilitate financing for energy projects

by Milena Giorgi Mar 13, 2025 Keep reading

During the Strategic Energy Forum, Ingenostrum called for a reform of energy pricing, highlighting that current volatility creates uncertainty and makes it difficult to sign PPAs.

March 13, 2025
T-4 Capacity Auction provisional results: NESO awards over 43 GW for delivery year 2028/29

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 13, 2025 Keep reading

The National Energy System Operator Limited (NESO) has confirmed the allocation of 43,055 MW in the T-4 capacity auction for the 2028/29 delivery year, with a clearing price of £60/kW/year. Conventional technologies dominated the awarded capacity, while battery storage and demand-side response (DSR) continued to gain ground.

March 13, 2025
Brussels anticipates savings of 2.5 trillion in the next 15 years from the deployment of renewable energy sources

by Strategic Energy Mar 13, 2025 Keep reading

The European Commissioner for Energy, Dan Jorgensen, stated that the EU could save up to 2.5 trillion euros by 2040 by deploying renewable energy more quickly. He emphasized that progress in the green transition has helped keep energy prices lower than they would have been. The strategy also focuses on reducing taxes, promoting long-term contracts, and improving energy system integration.

March 13, 2025
Romania to expand clean-energy production with EUR 30 million EIB support

by Strategic Energy Mar 13, 2025 Keep reading

The European Investment Bank (EIB) will invest up to 30 million euros in the “Pestera II” wind project, which will have a capacity of 400 MW and supply power to over 1.4 million households. This investment supports the European Union’s sustainability and climate neutrality goals.

March 13, 2025
More than 32 GW of renewables in Poland, but market stability remains in question

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 13, 2025 Keep reading

With 21,618 MW of photovoltaic capacity and 10,852 MW of wind farms as of early 2025, Poland continues to expand its renewable energy sector. However, the growing share of these sources in the electricity system raises challenges for market stability, including price fluctuations, grid congestion risks, and the need for better storage and demand management mechanisms.

March 13, 2025
The Netherlands cuts emissions by 1.6%, but the pace is insufficient for 2030

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 13, 2025 Keep reading

In 2024, greenhouse gas emissions in the Netherlands dropped by only 1.6%, significantly lower than the 7% reductions recorded in previous years. Despite the expansion of solar and wind energy, sectors such as industry and aviation increased their environmental impact. To meet climate targets, the country must cut emissions by 7 megatonnes of CO₂ per year, a pace three times higher than the current rate.

March 13, 2025
The CNMC regulates the quarter-hour market: What are its implications for the sector?

by Milena Giorgi Mar 13, 2025 Keep reading

On March 17, the new structure, which seeks to align the Spanish electricity system with European regulations, comes into effect. This represents a technical challenge for retailers, generators, and consumers with limited digital capabilities.

March 24, 2025
Electricity consumption in Italy rises by 0.6% in February, according to Terna

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March 24, 2025
EU boosts innovation with new European partnerships in advanced materials, textiles and photovoltaics

by Strategic Energy Mar 24, 2025 Keep reading

Established under Horizon Europe Strategic Plan 2025-2027, , these partnerships will drive growth, sustainability and resilience, contributing to a strong, inclusive and globally competitive Europe.