Thanks to Storm Martinho, which hit Portugal this week, the national electricity grid has reached new all-time highs for wind energy, with a daily production of 112.4 gigawatts/hour, surpassing the previous record of 110.3 GW/h, set in November of last year. A statement published by REN.pt indicates that on Wednesday, the Martinho storm also allowed … Continue reading New Record for Wind Generation in Portugal Thanks to Storm Martinho
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Iberdrola and Air Liquide Sign Wind Energy PPA
The energy generated by three onshore wind farms will support the gas company’s operations in Spain and Portugal. Under the agreement, Iberdrola will supply Air Liquide with green electricity from 25 MW of wind farms in northern Spain. The energy will be supplied from three onshore wind projects to support the gas company’s operations in … Continue reading Iberdrola and Air Liquide Sign Wind Energy PPA
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Offshore wind farm plan “ensures harmony” in Portugal
The Portuguese Renewable Energy Association (APREN) has stated that the Allocation Plan for Offshore Renewable Energies (PAER) guarantees harmonious coexistence between the various economic dimensions, local and fishing communities and environmental protection. “The energy transition is a path that must be taken by everyone together, without leaving anyone behind, and the zones now approved are … Continue reading Offshore wind farm plan “ensures harmony” in Portugal
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Iberdrola collects the first honey harvest from its photovoltaic plants in Portugal
Iberdrola has harvested its first crop of solar honey in Portugal, produced at the Conde (municipality of Palmela) and Algeruz II (municipality of Setúbal) photovoltaic plants. The initiative, which began in 2023, has borne its first fruits with 300 kilos of this 100 % natural food. As part of the Convive Plan, the project seeks … Continue reading Iberdrola collects the first honey harvest from its photovoltaic plants in Portugal
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Portugal’s renewable energy production set to hit record high in 2024
Hydropower produced 28 percent of the electricity consumed in Portugal last year, followed by wind power with 27 percent, photovoltaic at 10 percent and biomass at 6 percent. Renewable energy production rose to a record high in Portugal last year and natural gas consumption fell to a 20-year low as the country installed more solar … Continue reading Portugal’s renewable energy production set to hit record high in 2024
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Iberdrola gets the green light to install the largest wind farm in Portugal
Iberdrola has obtained the production license from the Portuguese Directorate General of Energy and Geology (DGEG), which is another step towards the construction of the largest wind farm in Portugal. This project, located in the districts of Vila Real and Braga, in northern Portugal, and with a total investment of close to 350 million euros, … Continue reading Iberdrola gets the green light to install the largest wind farm in Portugal
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Portugal breaks new records in wind power and pumping
Between January and October, renewable energies supplied 72% of electricity consumption in Portugal. During this period, hydroelectric energy was responsible for supplying 30% of consumption, wind energy 26%, photovoltaic energy 10% and biomass 6%.According to the latest data from REN – Redes Energéticas Nacionais, the electrical system set new historical records in renewables this Sunday, … Continue reading Portugal breaks new records in wind power and pumping
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Iberdrola and Gres Panaria Portugal sign a contract for the sale of photovoltaic energy
Iberdrola and Gres Panaria Portugal, the leading Portuguese ceramics company, owner of the Margres, Love Tiles and Gresart brands, signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) to begin in 2025 that will guarantee the supply of photovoltaic solar energy for the next 10 years. It will provide a total of 92 GWh of clean energy during … Continue reading Iberdrola and Gres Panaria Portugal sign a contract for the sale of photovoltaic energy
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Spain and Portugal both get 40% of their electricity from photovoltaic and wind power
European neighbors Portugal and Spain are currently neck-and-neck in the race to roll out solar and wind power. On the chart, you can see the share of electricity from the combination of solar and wind in each country. Their rate of progress has been very similar. In 2023, both countries generated around 40% of their … Continue reading Spain and Portugal both get 40% of their electricity from photovoltaic and wind power
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Akuo inaugurates one of Portugal’s largest photovoltaic (PV) solar plants
Akuo, renewable energy power producer and developer, has inaugurated the Santas solar plant, located in the municipalities of Monforte, Borba and Estremoz, in the Alentejo Region. With a capacity of 181 MWp, it is one of the largest solar plants in Portugal. Winner of the Portuguese governments call for tender in August 2019, the Santas … Continue reading Akuo inaugurates one of Portugal’s largest photovoltaic (PV) solar plants
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Portugal: RWE to support Port of Setúbal to become a logistic hub for floating offshore wind
RWE is collaborating with the Port Authority of Setúbal to facilitate enhancements in its port infrastructure, supporting Portugal’s ambitious industrialisation objectives linked to the development of floating offshore wind energy. This agreement underscores a strong commitment to leveraging shared knowledge and expertise to drive industrial growth in Portuguese ports. Through a Letter of Support, RWE … Continue reading Portugal: RWE to support Port of Setúbal to become a logistic hub for floating offshore wind
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Acciona Energía signs agreement with eSPap to supply renewable electricity to public entities in Portugal
In addition to the commercialization of clean energy, ACCIONA Energy has 166MW of renewable generation assets in Portugal, including wind power and photovoltaic energy installations. The company’s portfolio in Portugal includes 16 wind farms and the Amareleja Photovoltaic Power Plant. ACCIONA Energía announced today that it has signed a framework contract with the Portuguese Public … Continue reading Acciona Energía signs agreement with eSPap to supply renewable electricity to public entities in Portugal
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Repsol and EDF Renewables sign an agreement for Spain and Portugal for offshore wind power
Repsol and EDF Renovables have reached an exclusivity agreement to join forces for future offshore wind tenders in Spain and Portugal, given that the Iberian Peninsula offers significant growth opportunities. Renewable generation projects are one of the strategic pillars of Repsol’s energy transition process. To develop its portfolio of renewable projects, the company has set … Continue reading Repsol and EDF Renewables sign an agreement for Spain and Portugal for offshore wind power
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Iberdrola installs two new photovoltaic plants in Portugal
The Montechoro I and II PV plants, located in the Algarve region of southern Portugal, have been completed and now contribute to the country’s renewable energy production capacity. With a total installed capacity of 37 megawatts (MW) and a total annual production capacity of 56.84 GWh, the projects were awarded to Iberdrola in an auction … Continue reading Iberdrola installs two new photovoltaic plants in Portugal
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Acciona Energía signs PPA with Vidrala to supply wind energy to its plants in Spain and Portugal
ACCIONA Energía has signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) with Vidrala, a leading company in the design and manufacture of glass containers, for the supply of renewable energy for a period of 10 years. Through this agreement, Vidrala will cover between 20% and 25% of its electricity needs. The contract will come into effect in … Continue reading Acciona Energía signs PPA with Vidrala to supply wind energy to its plants in Spain and Portugal
Continue readingIberdrola obtains final environmental authorization to build the largest wind farm in Portugal
The infrastructure is integrated into the Tâmega hydroelectric complex that the company has in the neighboring country.It will have a power of 274 MW and will take advantage of the already built grid injection point in a hybrid way with Támega to increase the contribution of clean energy.This project will allow greater energy security by … Continue reading Iberdrola obtains final environmental authorization to build the largest wind farm in Portugal
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Iberdrola obtains environmental authorization for a 274 MW wind power plant in Portugal
Iberdrola has announced that it will build a new wind farm in Portugal after having obtained the necessary environmental authorization. The facility will be located in the districts of Vila Real and Braga and will have a power of 274 megawatts (MW), which will supply electricity to a total of 128,000 homes. The plant will … Continue reading Iberdrola obtains environmental authorization for a 274 MW wind power plant in Portugal
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The potential of floating wind energy in southern Europe
The folks at Aegir Insights always bring interesting maps and analytics about the offshore wind market. After the impressive results of the 250 MW French offshore wind auction, with a PPA of €86/MWh indexed, Aegir Insights wonders which will be the next markets and areas in southern Europe. The following map shows the areas of … Continue reading The potential of floating wind energy in southern Europe
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SSEF and Capital Energy will finance commercial and industrial self-consumption with photovoltaic (PV) in Spain and Portugal
This ‘dark green’ energy efficiency fund, advised by Solas Capital AG, agrees with Capital Energy to financially support the development of C&I self-consumption facilities in the Iberian Peninsula. This alliance will allow Capital Energy to offer an easily accessible solution to its commercial and industrial customers in Spain and Portugal through power purchase agreements (PPA). … Continue reading SSEF and Capital Energy will finance commercial and industrial self-consumption with photovoltaic (PV) in Spain and Portugal
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EDP surpasses 500 MWp of installed photovoltaic capacity in Portugal with its largest solar plant in Europe
The Cerca photovoltaic plant begins operation, delivering the renewable capacity assigned to EDP Renewables in Portugal’s first solar energy auction. The project has a 202 MWp capacity, sufficient to power nearly 100,000 households. EDP now owns 540 MWp of solar capacity in Portugal, a technology crucial for the country’s energy transition. This milestone was achieved … Continue reading EDP surpasses 500 MWp of installed photovoltaic capacity in Portugal with its largest solar plant in Europe
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