by Milena Giorgi | Jan 16, 2025
With more than 22 GW of wind capacity in Spain, repowering emerges as an efficient solution to increase renewable generation while reducing the need for new infrastructure and its environmental impact. Heikki Willstedt, Director of Energy Policies and Climate Change at the AEE, points out that repowering 15,000 MW could increase generation by more than 50%.
by Lucia Colaluce | Jan 16, 2025
The Dutch government has decided to exclude floating solar panels from near-term offshore wind farm tenders. This approach, aimed at mitigating grid congestion, has sparked discussions about the opportunities and challenges of this innovative technology. Experts suggest the measure could be key to ensuring regulatory stability while optimising infrastructure.
by Milena Giorgi | Jan 16, 2025
The projects include 216.8 MW of wind energy, 113 MW of photovoltaic solar generation, and 57.4 MW of energy storage. Hybrid projects, such as Furatena Solar 1 and FV Ardila in Badajoz or Broza Solar in Guadalajara, stand out for integrating storage with renewable systems, marking a key trend in Spain’s energy transition.
by Energía Estratégica | Jan 16, 2025
Gamesa Electric reported a 25% increase in the signing of contracts and key agreements with strategic customers. The announcement of integration into ABB opens new possibilities for the inverter business.
by Milena Giorgi | Jan 16, 2025
With more than 12 GW of projected solar capacity, advancements in energy storage, and regulatory stability, Portugal is becoming a major renewable energy leader, although it faces challenges related to licensing issues, social opposition, and volatile prices.
by Emilia Lardizabal | Jan 16, 2025
With an investment of €32.92 million from the National Recovery and Resilience Plan, the Romanian government is driving the project of a 1.5 GW solar panel factory led by Heliomit. Tudor Mihaila, founder and CEO of the company, told Energía Estratégica España that this venture represents a turning point for Romania’s reindustrialization and for the region.
by Energía Estratégica | Jan 16, 2025
On February 18 and 19, the virtual event “Storage, Renewable and Electric Vehicles Integration Forum” will take place, organized by Strategic Energy Corp. Companies such as Yingli, Chemik, RetailSonar, Hellonext, Veltium, and Black&Veatch will participate, with panels in both English and Spanish. Free registration available.
by Lucia Colaluce | Jan 16, 2025
The Polish Ministry of Environmental Protection announces new maximum tariffs for offshore wind energy, with prices reaching up to 512.32 zł/MWh. These measures reinforce the objectives of the NECP, aimed at increasing installed renewable energy capacity and advancing towards climate neutrality.
by Lucia Colaluce | Jan 15, 2025
Poland, in assuming the Presidency of the Council of the European Union, has a unique opportunity to influence the energy transformation of the bloc. This leadership could significantly strengthen the transition to renewable energy, address internal challenges such as the country’s coal dependency, and promote energy solidarity in a critical geopolitical context.
by Lucia Colaluce | Jan 15, 2025
With a focus on regulation and government-led planning, France aims to position itself as a more controlled and secure market for offshore wind energy, with 10 projects at various stages of development. Romero Moreira, Offshore Wind Engineer at Empire Engineering, analyses the sector’s progress and challenges in an interview with Energía Estratégica España.
January 16, 2025Spain would avoid the construction of 4 GW of new wind capacity thanks to repowering
