The Ministry for Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge (MITECO) reported significant progress in the environmental processing of renewable projects during the month of November. In total, 14 initiatives related to wind farms, photovoltaic plants, and hybrid installations are at various stages of the process, representing a significant step towards Spain’s energy transition.

Among the highlighted projects is the modification of the Alcocero de Mola wind farm, with a capacity of 78 MW, promoted by Iberenova Promociones in the province of Burgos. It is currently assigned to a counselor after being registered with MITECO on November 5th.

In the field of hybrid energy, the Mequinenza hybrid system stands out, with 237.6 MW, which includes storage infrastructure. This initiative, promoted by Vientos de Mequinenza S.L., has been in the counselor assignment phase since November 4th and aims to take advantage of the benefits of combining wind and solar energy to optimize generation.

Hybrid projects and storage: a growing trend

November stood out for the processing of hybrid installations, such as the Dehesica project in Zamora, which combines a 100.8 MW wind farm, a 77.88 MW photovoltaic plant, and an 11.187 MW storage system. This innovative approach aims to maximize the stability and efficiency of the electrical system.

In Extremadura, relevant initiatives are being processed, such as the Talayuela II BESS storage module (23.87 MW), designed to complement an existing photovoltaic plant, and the Los Naipes project (21.245 MW), focused on expanding the solar energy generation and storage capacity.

On the other hand, the FV Calzadilla photovoltaic plant, with 114 MW, promoted by Proyecto Fotovoltaico Calzadilla S.L.U., stands out as one of the largest solar generation projects in processing. This facility, located in the province of Cáceres, has been assigned to a counselor since November 18th.

Regional and technological impact

The geographical distribution of the projects reflects the diversity of renewable potential in Spain. Castilla y León leads with large-scale wind and hybrid proposals, while Extremadura and Aragón stand out for their commitment to photovoltaics and hybrid installations. Moreover, the focus on energy storage emphasizes the intention to modernize the electrical grid to integrate a larger share of renewables.

Projects in early stages and key modifications

Some projects are in early stages, such as the Sádaba wind farm in Zaragoza, promoted by Siemens Gamesa. Others stand out for their modifications, such as the El Escudo wind farm, with a capacity of 151.2 MW in Cantabria, whose adjustment to the Environmental Impact Declaration (DIA) represents a milestone in adapting to current regulations.

In total, the projects under evaluation exceed 2 GW of installed capacity, consolidating MITECO as a pillar in accelerating the energy transition. These initiatives will not only contribute to meeting climate goals but also strengthen regional development and job creation in strategic sectors.

Significant progress in a key month

MITECO’s work in November highlights the growing interest in hybrid renewable energies and storage as solutions for a more resilient electrical system. The progress in environmental processing ensures that Spain will continue to lead the transition towards a more sustainable energy matrix.