by Lucia Colaluce | Mar 24, 2025
The UK’s energy regulator has launched upfront funding to allow electricity transmission operators to secure critical materials before planning approval. The move aims to ease pressure on the global supply chain, prevent delays in strategic projects, and accelerate the deployment of infrastructure to meet the clean energy target by 2030.
by Lucia Colaluce | Mar 24, 2025
Electricity generation from renewable sources reached a record 46.9% in the European Union (EU) in 2024, with Denmark, Portugal, and Croatia leading the clean energy transition. Wind and solar remain the main growth drivers, while green hydrogen is emerging as a key technology for decarbonising industry and transport.
by Strategic Energy | Mar 24, 2025
Cape Verde has launched an international public tender to install photovoltaic systems in water wells and pumping stations, as part of an innovative debt conversion agreement with Portugal.
by Strategic Energy | Mar 24, 2025
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%.
by Strategic Energy | Mar 24, 2025
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.
by Emilia Lardizabal | Mar 20, 2025
The initiative proposes a transformation in the European photovoltaic industry through the use of copper instead of silver, silicon wafer production without polysilicon, and the application of AI in manufacturing. Empower, composed of 24 partners across nine countries, aims to reduce costs and enhance the competitiveness of the solar sector in Europe.
by Lucia Colaluce | Mar 20, 2025
The Ministry of Climate and Environment of Poland has published a new regulation that provides a budget of over 4 billion zlotys to finance facilities with a capacity of at least 2 MW, covering up to 65% of eligible costs for small businesses. The program aims to add at least 5.4 GWh of new storage capacity to improve the stability of the electrical grid.
by Lucia Colaluce | Mar 20, 2025
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.
by Milena Giorgi | Mar 20, 2025
Portugal will reach 81.2% renewable generation by February 2025. Hugo Silva highlights that PPAs are driving solar investment, while the new Energy Communities law facilitates public access. Storage and grids are the next challenges.
by Strategic Energy | Mar 20, 2025
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 24, 2025Ofgem launches £4 billion fund to fast-track grid projects and avoid supply chain bottlenecks
