In the fourth week of January, prices in the main European electricity markets fell compared to those of the previous week. Despite the declines, weekly averages were above €100/MWh in most markets, and many reached the highest daily price since at least the beginning of 2024. Declining demand due to less cold temperatures, as well … Continue reading Less cold temperatures and more wind energy lower European electricity market prices, but they remain above €100/MWh
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Naturgy integrates the operation of all its solar and wind energy in Spain in a large Renewable Control Centre (CCR)
Naturgy has integrated the management of all its solar and wind energy in Spain in a modern facility that will allow for a more efficient and environmentally friendly operation of renewable facilities. In addition, the new Renewable Control Centre (CCR) will also facilitate the monitoring of the company’s renewable production in other countries in which … Continue reading Naturgy integrates the operation of all its solar and wind energy in Spain in a large Renewable Control Centre (CCR)
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Spain approved 10 photovoltaic and hybrid projects for 1.07 GW in the fourth week of January
The Official State Gazette contains announcements corresponding to the fourth week of January of 10 photovoltaic projects, including one for hybridization with a wind project promoted by Iberdrola.Prior administrative authorisation for modifications and administrative authorisation for construction of the 361.4 MW Los Pradillos photovoltaic installation and its evacuation infrastructure, in Carranque, Ugena, Illescas, Yuncos, Numancia … Continue reading Spain approved 10 photovoltaic and hybrid projects for 1.07 GW in the fourth week of January
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The agricultural world and the solar energy sector join hands to promote agrovoltaics in the Iberian Peninsula
UNEF, the Spanish Photovoltaic Union, and APREN, the Portuguese Association of Renewable Energies, held today the Conference “Agrovoltaics in the Iberian Peninsula: innovation for a sustainable future”, which took place at the Cajalmendralejo Financial Headquarters, in Badajoz, and was attended by nearly 170 people. During the event, UNEF and APREN offered a comprehensive and innovative … Continue reading The agricultural world and the solar energy sector join hands to promote agrovoltaics in the Iberian Peninsula
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Self-consumption of photovoltaic energy continues to advance in Spain, exceeding 8 GW installed
According to data estimated by the Spanish Photovoltaic Union (UNEF), the association of the photovoltaic sector in Spain, 1,182 MW of photovoltaic self-consumption were installed in 2024, thus continuing the growth of these solutions, which already accumulate 8,137 MW in our country. UNEF estimates that 51,306 new homes installed photovoltaic self-consumption last year. However, these … Continue reading Self-consumption of photovoltaic energy continues to advance in Spain, exceeding 8 GW installed
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Response from the Spanish Wind Energy Association to the SEO/Birdlife “Eco-illogical” campaign
Response from the Spanish Wind Energy Association to the SEO/Birdlife “Eco-illogical” campaign: Renewables are part of the solution to climate change and also a responsible example of harmonious coexistence with biodiversity in Spain. From the Spanish Wind Energy Association (AEE), we recognize the commitment of SEO/BirdLife to the defense of biodiversity and we share the … Continue reading Response from the Spanish Wind Energy Association to the SEO/Birdlife “Eco-illogical” campaign
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Naturgy commissions three new photovoltaic (PV) plants in Extremadura with 150 MW
The three new photovoltaic plants have a combined capacity of 150 MW and have required an investment of 70 million euros. Their estimated production will be 315 GWh/year, which will represent 46% of Naturgy’s current annual production in Extremadura, avoiding the emission of more than 150,000 tons of CO2 into the atmosphere. Naturgy has commissioned … Continue reading Naturgy commissions three new photovoltaic (PV) plants in Extremadura with 150 MW
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How did the solar energy photovoltaic sector performed in 2024?
Last year, we started the first edition of the year by focusing on the EU Market Outlook for Solar Power. Similarly to last year, the report is dense, but it contains a wealth of interesting data and predictions. If you wish to make a comparison, we recommend splitting your screen in two, with the edition … Continue reading How did the solar energy photovoltaic sector performed in 2024?
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Europe gets 20% of its electricity from wind. But not enough new wind farms being built. Urgent action needed on permitting, grids and electrification
Europe gets 20% of its electricity from wind power, but not enough new wind farms are being built. Urgent action is needed on permitting, grids and electrification. Wind energy was 20% of all the electricity consumed in Europe. But Europe is not building enough new wind farms. The EU built only 13 GW last year, … Continue reading Europe gets 20% of its electricity from wind. But not enough new wind farms being built. Urgent action needed on permitting, grids and electrification
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Nordex receives orders for a total of 259 MW of wind power in Spain
In December 2024, Nordex received orders for a total of 259 MW from four different customers in Spain. The orders comprise a total of 42 wind turbines, including 27 N163/5.X wind turbines, 13 N163/6.X wind turbines and 2 N149/5.X wind turbines. The orders also include maintenance of the wind turbines, with a term of between … Continue reading Nordex receives orders for a total of 259 MW of wind power in Spain
Continue readingSpain approved 34 photovoltaic and hybrid projects in December for 2.87 GW, including 428.7 MW of storage
Application for a declaration of public utility for the Cañuelo II photovoltaic plant project, with a capacity of 23 MW, in the municipality of Los Barrios (Cádiz), promoted by Capital Dynamics. Application for Prior Administrative Authorization and Administrative Authorization for Construction of the hybridization projects for the Solaben PV1 and Solaben PV6 photovoltaic plants, both … Continue reading Spain approved 34 photovoltaic and hybrid projects in December for 2.87 GW, including 428.7 MW of storage
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Iberdrola, the world’s leading private utility in terms of R&D&I investment for the third year running
Iberdrola has been recognised for the third consecutive year as the world’s leading private utility in terms of investment in innovation and development, according to the European Commission in its report ‘The 2024 Industrial R&D Investment Scoreboard‘, after allocating €384 M to the area in 2023. The European Commission has analysed the 2,000 largest companies … Continue reading Iberdrola, the world’s leading private utility in terms of R&D&I investment for the third year running
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RWE takes final investment decision for repowering of Muel wind farm in Spain
From 27 to 3 wind turbines / total installed capacity to increase from 16.2 MW to 19.8 MW. Construction due to start in spring, commissioning at end of 2025. Modern wind turbines for a higher green energy yield: RWE is driving forward the expansion of renewables in Spain with the investment decision for the Muel … Continue reading RWE takes final investment decision for repowering of Muel wind farm in Spain
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Rising gas prices and wind energy mark a mixed start to the year in European electricity markets
In the first week of 2025, TTF gas futures rose, reaching the highest settlement price since October 2023, above €50/MWh. This, coupled with rising CO2 prices and electricity demand, as well as declining photovoltaic energy production, supported higher prices in some of the main European electricity markets. In contrast, the increase in wind energy production … Continue reading Rising gas prices and wind energy mark a mixed start to the year in European electricity markets
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Endesa builds a photovoltaic solar plant in Jumilla, Murcia
The new photovoltaic installation, called Balbona, with a capacity of around 145 MW and for whose construction it is expected to hire around 250 people from the area, will be the company’s largest in the region. In order to encourage the hiring of local labour, the company has launched two training courses in solar panel … Continue reading Endesa builds a photovoltaic solar plant in Jumilla, Murcia
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In 2024 European electricity markets reached their lowest prices since 2021 thanks to renewable energy and falling gas prices
In 2024, the main European electricity markets reached the lowest yearly prices since 2021, in most cases below €80/MWh. Gas prices were also the lowest since 2021, which contributed to the declines in electricity market prices, along with lower CO2 prices. Solar photovoltaic energy reached historical production records in all markets and wind energy in … Continue reading In 2024 European electricity markets reached their lowest prices since 2021 thanks to renewable energy and falling gas prices
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Spain approved 4 photovoltaic, hybridisation and storage projects for 404 MW in the fourth week of December
The Official State Gazette for the fourth week of December contains announcements for 4 photovoltaic projects for 404 MW, including 50.9 MW / 240.35 MWh of storage. Application for recognition, specifically, of public utility of the «Las Coronas» 50.1 MW photovoltaic solar installation, and its evacuation infrastructure, in the municipalities of Bercero, Marzales and Vega … Continue reading Spain approved 4 photovoltaic, hybridisation and storage projects for 404 MW in the fourth week of December
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During the month of December, renewables generated 47.6%, with wind energy being the leading technology in the mix in Spain
Demand for electricity in Spain increased by 1.5% in December. During this month of December, renewables generated 47.6%, with wind power being the leading technology in the national mix. In 2024, renewables will reach a share of 55.8% of the total Spanish mix, as Red Eléctrica anticipated in its year-end estimates, with photovoltaics reaching 16.7% … Continue reading During the month of December, renewables generated 47.6%, with wind energy being the leading technology in the mix in Spain
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Photovoltaic energy connected to Endesa’s distribution network exceeds 30 GW, enough to supply almost 20 million homes
The capacity of the connections of small and medium-scale photovoltaic energy producers and self-consumption in the e-distribución network, Endesa’s network subsidiary, has increased by 53% since 2020.The power of self-consumption facilities reaches 3.9 GW, while that of producer facilities exceeds 26.8 GW.As of November, 3.8 GW of new capacity has been connected to the network, … Continue reading Photovoltaic energy connected to Endesa’s distribution network exceeds 30 GW, enough to supply almost 20 million homes
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European electricity market prices rose over Christmas week as wind power fell and gas rose
In the fourth week of December, prices in most major European electricity markets rose, exceeding €100/MWh on a weekly average. These rises were driven by lower wind production in most markets, together with higher gas and CO2 prices, despite reduced demand due to the Christmas holidays and an increase in solar photovoltaic generation compared to … Continue reading European electricity market prices rose over Christmas week as wind power fell and gas rose
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