November 14, 2024Spanish energy retailers strengthen their position with renewables in a competitive market

Spain
Spanish energy retailers strengthen their position with renewables in a competitive market

With more than 560 companies in the market—a 40% increase compared to four years ago—differentiation and retention have become challenging. According to industry insiders, price remains the main factor influencing customer choices. In this context, the growing share of renewables in the energy mix and greater awareness of various contracting options are seen as positive signals.

November 12, 2024RIVE Private Investment funds over 1 GW of renewable projects in Europe and consolidates its presence in the sector

Europe
RIVE Private Investment funds over 1 GW of renewable projects in Europe and consolidates its presence in the sector

With an investment of over 1 GW in renewables across Europe, RIVE Private Investment focuses on small and medium-sized companies, specialized in solar, wind, biomass, biogas, and hydroelectric energy. Additionally, Pierre du Passage, a Partner in the firm, notes a growing interest in storage solutions, especially in Germany, one of the company’s core markets.

November 12, 2024Romania launches a 1.5 GW renewable energy auction with a Contracts for Difference scheme.

Romania
Romania launches a 1.5 GW renewable energy auction with a Contracts for Difference scheme.

It is an auction for 1,000 MW of wind and 500 MW of photovoltaic projects under a Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme. “Through the CfD mechanism, these investments will be in place within 36 months after the signing of the contracts,” stated the Ministry of Energy of Romania in an interview with *Energía Estratégica España*. Investors can submit their applications until November 18, and the price thresholds range from 78 EUR/MWh for photovoltaic projects to 82 EUR/MWh for wind energy.

November 11, 2024The FER X Decree: Expectations for the Renewable Sector in Italy and Its Regulatory Challenges

Italy
The FER X Decree: Expectations for the Renewable Sector in Italy and Its Regulatory Challenges

The FER X Decree, currently under discussion, aims to accelerate Italy’s energy transition toward decarbonization by 2030, promoting financial incentives and administrative simplification in the renewable sector. Francesco Passafiume, Product Manager of PowerSolutions EMEA, points out that the regulation will reduce project processing times, but he warns that the success of the decree depends on its effective implementation and alignment with other regulatory frameworks, such as the Decree on Suitable Areas and the Environmental Law Decree.

November 8, 2024The European renewable sector is on alert after Trump’s victory: What to expect?

Europe
The European renewable sector is on alert after Trump’s victory: What to expect?

Donald Trump’s victory in the U.S. elections raises concerns in the European renewable energy sector, where the pressure to protect the domestic industry could trigger a chain reaction. Experts consulted highlight the potential effects on energy markets and the progress of clean technologies, with implications for the region’s competitiveness in an uncertain context.

November 8, 2024The North Sea Energy Cooperation strengthens the European wind industry against Asian competition

Netherlands
The North Sea Energy Cooperation strengthens the European wind industry against Asian competition

The North Sea Energy Cooperation agreement, which promotes the development of the offshore electricity grid and renewable energy potential in the region, aims to consolidate a strong European wind industry. “We want to maintain a true industry in Europe,” emphasizes Jérémy Simon, Deputy General Delegate at the Renewable Energy Union, in the face of competitive pressure from Asia.

November 14, 2024Spanish energy retailers strengthen their position with renewables in a competitive market

Spain
Spanish energy retailers strengthen their position with renewables in a competitive market

With more than 560 companies in the market—a 40% increase compared to four years ago—differentiation and retention have become challenging. According to industry insiders, price remains the main factor influencing customer choices. In this context, the growing share of renewables in the energy mix and greater awareness of various contracting options are seen as positive signals.

November 12, 2024RIVE Private Investment funds over 1 GW of renewable projects in Europe and consolidates its presence in the sector

Europe
RIVE Private Investment funds over 1 GW of renewable projects in Europe and consolidates its presence in the sector

With an investment of over 1 GW in renewables across Europe, RIVE Private Investment focuses on small and medium-sized companies, specialized in solar, wind, biomass, biogas, and hydroelectric energy. Additionally, Pierre du Passage, a Partner in the firm, notes a growing interest in storage solutions, especially in Germany, one of the company’s core markets.

November 12, 2024Romania launches a 1.5 GW renewable energy auction with a Contracts for Difference scheme.

Romania
Romania launches a 1.5 GW renewable energy auction with a Contracts for Difference scheme.

It is an auction for 1,000 MW of wind and 500 MW of photovoltaic projects under a Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme. “Through the CfD mechanism, these investments will be in place within 36 months after the signing of the contracts,” stated the Ministry of Energy of Romania in an interview with *Energía Estratégica España*. Investors can submit their applications until November 18, and the price thresholds range from 78 EUR/MWh for photovoltaic projects to 82 EUR/MWh for wind energy.

November 11, 2024The FER X Decree: Expectations for the Renewable Sector in Italy and Its Regulatory Challenges

Italy
The FER X Decree: Expectations for the Renewable Sector in Italy and Its Regulatory Challenges

The FER X Decree, currently under discussion, aims to accelerate Italy’s energy transition toward decarbonization by 2030, promoting financial incentives and administrative simplification in the renewable sector. Francesco Passafiume, Product Manager of PowerSolutions EMEA, points out that the regulation will reduce project processing times, but he warns that the success of the decree depends on its effective implementation and alignment with other regulatory frameworks, such as the Decree on Suitable Areas and the Environmental Law Decree.

November 8, 2024The European renewable sector is on alert after Trump’s victory: What to expect?

Europe
The European renewable sector is on alert after Trump’s victory: What to expect?

Donald Trump’s victory in the U.S. elections raises concerns in the European renewable energy sector, where the pressure to protect the domestic industry could trigger a chain reaction. Experts consulted highlight the potential effects on energy markets and the progress of clean technologies, with implications for the region’s competitiveness in an uncertain context.

November 8, 2024The North Sea Energy Cooperation strengthens the European wind industry against Asian competition

Netherlands
The North Sea Energy Cooperation strengthens the European wind industry against Asian competition

The North Sea Energy Cooperation agreement, which promotes the development of the offshore electricity grid and renewable energy potential in the region, aims to consolidate a strong European wind industry. “We want to maintain a true industry in Europe,” emphasizes Jérémy Simon, Deputy General Delegate at the Renewable Energy Union, in the face of competitive pressure from Asia.

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