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December 9, 2024
Estonia launches a key auction for an offshore wind farm of up to 1200 MW at Saare 1

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 9, 2024 Keep reading

The Consumer Protection and Technical Regulatory Authority (TTJA) has announced an auction for the development of an offshore wind farm in Saare 1. This project, with a potential capacity of up to 1200 MW, is a cornerstone of Estonia’s National Energy and Climate Plan (NECP). The country, which currently has over 1200 MW of installed renewable capacity, aims to double this figure by 2030.

December 9, 2024
PNE Commits to Technological Diversification to Reach 20 GW Globally

by Emilia Lardizabal Dec 9, 2024 Keep reading

With a global portfolio of 17,768 GW, PNE is advancing its vision of achieving a carbon-neutral energy supply and meeting its 20,000 MW target. The company diversifies its technologies by focusing on hydrogen and power-to-X solutions while expanding its photovoltaic projects into new markets such as Romania and Italy.

December 9, 2024
EDP plans to invest €23 billion by 2026 adding 3 GW/Year in renewables

by Milena Giorgi Dec 9, 2024 Keep reading

Focusing on Europe and the U.S., the company prioritizes solar, wind, and hybrid projects, incorporating innovations in storage and offshore technologies. Portugal plays a key role with an additional 1 GW, as EDP moves towards its goal of 100% clean energy by 2030.

December 6, 2024
Energy Cannibalization in Romania: The Role of BESS Storage in Market Stability

by Emilia Lardizabal Dec 6, 2024 Keep reading

With over 80 GW of renewable energy projects in development and up to 50 GW with grid connection permits, Romania faces the challenge of preventing its electrical grid from becoming saturated. Liviu Tanase, Vice President of the Construction Employers’ Association and Director of Sisteme HVAC, discusses how BESS energy storage could be the solution to this scenario.

December 6, 2024
United Kingdom: 20 GW of battery capacity needed by 2025

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 6, 2024 Keep reading

The United Kingdom plans to integrate 20 GW of battery storage capacity into its energy system by 2025, according to Paul Monks, Chief Scientific Advisor at the Department for Energy. This step is crucial to stabilizing a grid increasingly dominated by renewable energy, amidst challenges in infrastructure and market incentives.

December 5, 2024
Tech companies lead the European PPA market in 2024.

by Milena Giorgi Dec 5, 2024 Keep reading

The trend of corporates continues, supported by tech giants such as Amazon, Google, and Microsoft, who together have signed nearly 3000 MW in PPAs this year.

December 5, 2024
Behind the CPPA slowdown: Three key barriers to the energy transition

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 5, 2024 Keep reading

The Corporate Power Purchase Agreement (CPPA) market in the United Kingdom faces significant barriers hindering its growth. Among the main challenges are investor confidence, market complexity, and grid limitations, issues that require urgent reforms to accelerate decarbonization and meet net-zero emissions targets.

December 4, 2024
Electricity demand in Spain decreases by 0.4%.

by Energía Estratégica Dec 4, 2024 Keep reading

During this month of November, renewables have generated 50.8%, with wind energy being the leading technology in the national mix. On November 21, the Spanish electricity system recorded the highest contribution of GWh from wind energy in a single day, reaching 434 GWh, half of the total national production for that day.

December 3, 2024
Netherlands: Between Uncertainty and Climate Hope Towards 2030

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 3, 2024 Keep reading

The Netherlands’ Climate Policy Effectiveness Assessment (KEF) reveals that, with only a 5% probability of meeting its national target, the country faces significant challenges in reducing emissions, even as European-level prospects appear much more promising.

December 3, 2024
The Polish Senate is reviewing changes to the Offshore Wind Energy Law at a key moment for the sector.

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 3, 2024 Keep reading

The Polish Senate will discuss on Tuesday the amendments to the Offshore Wind Energy Law (UD 159), aiming for differentiated prices for maritime areas. The sector projects investments of up to 300 billion zlotys by 2040.

December 3, 2024
Renewable Asset Management: The Hidden Pillar of the Energy Transition

by Energía Estratégica Dec 3, 2024 Keep reading

Renewable asset management is essential to ensure efficiency, sustainability, and long-term profitability in renewable energy projects. Beyond installing capacity, it requires technical, environmental, and financial strategies, combined with advanced technology, to maximize performance and extend the lifespan of infrastructure, ensuring a sustainable energy transition.

December 2, 2024
BlueFloat Energy drives 5.5 GW of floating offshore wind energy in Italy

by Emilia Lardizabal Dec 2, 2024 Keep reading

With a presence in key markets such as Italy, France, and the United Kingdom, BlueFloat Energy is advancing the development of floating offshore wind projects globally with a portfolio of 34.1 GW. The company is making a strong commitment to the Italian market, with six plants under development totaling 5.5 GW.

December 2, 2024
Italy approves the FER decree: A boost for renewable projects or a challenge for the power grid?

by Emilia Lardizabal Dec 2, 2024 Keep reading

The new FER decree has been approved and will come into force on December 30. It introduces a series of significant changes to Italy’s energy landscape, promising to accelerate the transition to renewable sources. Among its measures, it aims to simplify authorization procedures and identify priority areas. How will the acceleration of projects impact grid saturation?

December 2, 2024
Econergy boosts its positioning in Europe with a portfolio of 8 GW projects

by Emilia Lardizabal Dec 2, 2024 Keep reading

Econergy has a portfolio of over 8 GW in solar and wind energy and 11 GWh in energy storage, solidifying its presence in key markets such as Italy, the United Kingdom, Poland, Greece, and Romania. The company combines technological innovation with a diversified approach that supports its long-term goals.

December 2, 2024
50 job openings in renewables over the past 24 hours

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 2, 2024 Keep reading

Renewable energy in Germany creates new job opportunities: Energía Estratégica España reports 50 openings posted in the last 24 hours on LinkedIn. Ranging from internships to mid-level positions, the sector’s leading companies are spearheading recruitment efforts.

December 2, 2024
How Did Valencia Avoid the Largest Power Outage in Its History?

by José Luis Bernal Albendín Dec 2, 2024 Keep reading

The storm on October 29, 2024, pushed the Valencian Community’s electrical system to its limits. Tornadoes, heavy rains, and strong winds damaged key infrastructure, causing 400 kV lines to disconnect. The swift response of operators, technicians, and power plants prevented a massive blackout.

November 29, 2024
Elecnor adjusts its global strategy while anticipating a renewable slowdown in Spain

by Milena Giorgi Nov 29, 2024 Keep reading

The company expects a decline in renewable construction activity in Spain towards the end of 2025 and 2026 due to uncertainty in prices and delays in the electrification of demand.

November 29, 2024
Aurora Energy Research predicts a 224% growth in Spain’s renewable capacity by 2060

by Milena Giorgi Nov 29, 2024 Keep reading

The analysis addresses key challenges in technologies such as offshore wind, which is expected to take off only in 2040, energy storage, the nuclear transition, and green hydrogen.

November 29, 2024
BDEW projects a historic milestone: over 100 GW of installed photovoltaic energy

by Lucia Colaluce Nov 29, 2024 Keep reading

With a projection of 17.5 gigawatts of new photovoltaic capacity in 2024, Germany is preparing to surpass the milestone of 100 GW in total. However, the Federal Association of Energy and Water (BDEW) warns about regulatory and technical challenges related to systems under 100 kW.

November 29, 2024
The Sejm approves key amendments for offshore wind energy.

by Lucia Colaluce Nov 29, 2024 Keep reading

The Polish Parliament approved amendments to the Offshore Wind Farm Electricity Generation Promotion Act. The new provisions include differentiated prices for projects based on their location, promoting offshore wind development.

November 28, 2024
By 2028, more than 500,000 new technicians will be needed in the wind energy sector.

by Energía Estratégica Nov 28, 2024 Keep reading

If the industry wants to meet global wind energy ambitions, it is crucial for governments and the industry to work together to expand the workforce, according to the latest report from GWEC and GWO.

December 9, 2024
Estonia launches a key auction for an offshore wind farm of up to 1200 MW at Saare 1

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 9, 2024 Keep reading

December 9, 2024
PNE Commits to Technological Diversification to Reach 20 GW Globally

by Emilia Lardizabal Dec 9, 2024 Keep reading

December 9, 2024
EDP plans to invest €23 billion by 2026 adding 3 GW/Year in renewables

by Milena Giorgi Dec 9, 2024 Keep reading

December 6, 2024
Energy Cannibalization in Romania: The Role of BESS Storage in Market Stability

by Emilia Lardizabal Dec 6, 2024 Keep reading

December 6, 2024
United Kingdom: 20 GW of battery capacity needed by 2025

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 6, 2024 Keep reading

December 5, 2024
Tech companies lead the European PPA market in 2024.

by Milena Giorgi Dec 5, 2024 Keep reading

The trend of corporates continues, supported by tech giants such as Amazon, Google, and Microsoft, who together have signed nearly 3000 MW in PPAs this year.

December 5, 2024
Behind the CPPA slowdown: Three key barriers to the energy transition

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 5, 2024 Keep reading

December 4, 2024
Electricity demand in Spain decreases by 0.4%.

by Energía Estratégica Dec 4, 2024 Keep reading

December 3, 2024
Netherlands: Between Uncertainty and Climate Hope Towards 2030

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 3, 2024 Keep reading

December 3, 2024
The Polish Senate is reviewing changes to the Offshore Wind Energy Law at a key moment for the sector.

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 3, 2024 Keep reading

December 3, 2024
Renewable Asset Management: The Hidden Pillar of the Energy Transition

by Energía Estratégica Dec 3, 2024 Keep reading

December 2, 2024
BlueFloat Energy drives 5.5 GW of floating offshore wind energy in Italy

by Emilia Lardizabal Dec 2, 2024 Keep reading

December 2, 2024
Italy approves the FER decree: A boost for renewable projects or a challenge for the power grid?

by Emilia Lardizabal Dec 2, 2024 Keep reading

December 2, 2024
Econergy boosts its positioning in Europe with a portfolio of 8 GW projects

by Emilia Lardizabal Dec 2, 2024 Keep reading

December 2, 2024
50 job openings in renewables over the past 24 hours

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 2, 2024 Keep reading

December 2, 2024
How Did Valencia Avoid the Largest Power Outage in Its History?

by José Luis Bernal Albendín Dec 2, 2024 Keep reading

November 29, 2024
Elecnor adjusts its global strategy while anticipating a renewable slowdown in Spain

by Milena Giorgi Nov 29, 2024 Keep reading

The company expects a decline in renewable construction activity in Spain towards the end of 2025 and 2026 due to uncertainty in prices and delays in the electrification of demand.

November 29, 2024
Aurora Energy Research predicts a 224% growth in Spain’s renewable capacity by 2060

by Milena Giorgi Nov 29, 2024 Keep reading

The analysis addresses key challenges in technologies such as offshore wind, which is expected to take off only in 2040, energy storage, the nuclear transition, and green hydrogen.

November 29, 2024
BDEW projects a historic milestone: over 100 GW of installed photovoltaic energy

by Lucia Colaluce Nov 29, 2024 Keep reading

November 29, 2024
The Sejm approves key amendments for offshore wind energy.

by Lucia Colaluce Nov 29, 2024 Keep reading

November 28, 2024
By 2028, more than 500,000 new technicians will be needed in the wind energy sector.

by Energía Estratégica Nov 28, 2024 Keep reading

If the industry wants to meet global wind energy ambitions, it is crucial for governments and the industry to work together to expand the workforce, according to the latest report from GWEC and GWO.

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