by Lucia Colaluce | May 29, 2025
The UK Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) has confirmed that Allocation Round 7 (AR7) of the CfD scheme will open for applications in August, with results anticipated between late 2025 and early 2026. The process outlines five potential timeline scenarios depending on applicant appeals, and introduces key reforms for fixed-bottom offshore wind projects without planning consent.
by Milena Giorgi | May 29, 2025
With over 800 MW operational across Europe, Automa rolls out solutions for hybrid and storage projects, underpinned by SCADA technology and strategic alliances. “Spain is set to grow significantly in the storage sector,” anticipates Giorgio Inforzato, European Sales Director.
by Milena Giorgi | May 29, 2025
The CEO of Iberdrola Spain warned that while renewables were not the cause of the system collapse, they created a context that worsened the event due to lack of inertia. He demands full transparency and publication of the actual data to understand what went wrong.
by Strategic Energy | May 29, 2025
The regional government has learned first-hand about the ErasmoPower2X project, which plans to build an integrated photovoltaic and green hydrogen plant in the municipality of Saceruela. The project was presented during a meeting held today with the participation of ErasmoPower2X’s Chief Executive Officer, Bas Dekker, Project Manager Violeta Alonso, and the Mayor of Saceruela, José Fernández Teno.
by Lucia Colaluce | May 29, 2025
The Federal Network Agency has opened the process to allocate 2,266,466 kW in solar projects. The ceiling price is set at €0.068/kWh. Several key reforms under the Solar Package I still require state aid approval from the European Commission.
by Milena Giorgi | May 29, 2025
Although uncertainty about the causes persists, sector experts are calling for greater inertia, flexibility and faster system services to safeguard the grid.
by Emilia Lardizabal | May 29, 2025
As Europe accelerates its transition to renewable energy, a new player is emerging with a bold vision and a unique European footprint. Maxxen Energy, a company born from Swiss precision, European quality, and the Turkish industrial edge, is redefining what it means to manufacture energy storage solutions — close to the market, built for performance, and engineered for resilience.
by Lucia Colaluce | May 29, 2025
The Valdezorita solar project, one of the largest ever developed by ABO Energy, illustrates how bilateral PPAs can secure long-term financing. In an interview with Strategic Energy Europe, Ingo Burdack-Debes discusses regulatory challenges and the progress of the company’s storage strategy in key markets like Germany and Spain.
by Strategic Energy | May 29, 2025
New research reveals that solar photovoltaic investments can increase local employment by up to 13%, drive business growth, and boost municipal revenues by 11%, offering a sustainable path for rural revitalization and territorial cohesion.
by Strategic Energy | May 29, 2025
The Commission’s assessment shows that the EU is currently on course to reduce net GHG emissions by around 54% by 2030, compared to 1990 levels, if Member States implement fully existing and planned national measures and EU policies. In the current geopolitical context, this demonstrates that the EU is staying the course on its climate commitments, investing with determination in the clean energy transition and prioritising the EU’s industrial competitiveness and the social dimension.
May 29, 2025UK to launch CfD Round 7 for offshore wind in August, with results due between late 2025 and early 2026
