The construction of the Alto Tâmega Hydroelectric Power Plant continues to progress at a good pace. The civil works are practically finished and the electromechanical assemblies will be completed by the end of 2023, when commissioning will begin. Alto Tâmega, with 160 MW, is the last of the three developments that make up the Tâmega … Continue reading Filling of the Alto Tâmega reservoir to begin
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Nordex secures an additional 363 MW of wind power in the Mediterranean (Spain, Serbia, France, Italy and Portugal)
At the end of the second quarter, Nordex received further orders for various wind farms in the Mediterranean region. In Spain, Nordex will supply wind turbines with a total capacity of 149 MW for two different wind farms, whose installation is scheduled for spring and summer of next year. Following its entry into the Serbian … Continue reading Nordex secures an additional 363 MW of wind power in the Mediterranean (Spain, Serbia, France, Italy and Portugal)
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Iberdrola launches a “solar grazing” in Portugal with some 300 sheep
There are almost 300 sheep using Iberdrola’s photovoltaic parks in Portugal as grazing grounds. A clear example of circular economy, “solar grazing” benefits livestock farmers, who gain new spaces for their activity; it is positive for the solar farm, as it ensures the ecological maintenance of the land and reduces the risk of fires; and … Continue reading Iberdrola launches a “solar grazing” in Portugal with some 300 sheep
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Capital Energy and Lhyfe join forces to generate green hydrogen associated with offshore wind in Spain and Portugal
Capital Energy, a Spanish energy company born more than two decades ago and whose vocation is to become the first 100% vertically integrated renewable operator in the Iberian Peninsula, and Lhyfe, one of the world pioneers in the production of green hydrogen and in generation projects of offshore hydrogen, have signed a collaboration agreement whose … Continue reading Capital Energy and Lhyfe join forces to generate green hydrogen associated with offshore wind in Spain and Portugal
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EDPR will issue an tender to build a 5MW Electrolyzer to be located in Carregado near Lisbon
EDP Group plans to build a 5 MW Green Hydrogen Plant in Portugal and will approach the Electrolyzer market to purchase equipment and services for such plant to be started up until the end of 2024. EDPR plans to issue during May an tender to acquire a PEM technology Hydrogen production and respective balance of … Continue reading EDPR will issue an tender to build a 5MW Electrolyzer to be located in Carregado near Lisbon
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EDP Renewables over equipped its largest wind farm in Portugal
The Alta da Coutada Wind Farm has been over equipped with state-of-the-art wind turbines, increasing its installed capacity to 187 MW, which further accelerates the country’s energy transition. This project was already EDP Renewables’ largest in Portugal and will now be able to provide enough clean energy to power 130,000 homes. Six state-of-the-art wind turbines … Continue reading EDP Renewables over equipped its largest wind farm in Portugal
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IberBlue Wind Announces the first cross-border offshore wind project on the Spanish-Portuguese border
IberBlue Wind, a joint venture operating in the Iberian market, has announced two floating offshore wind projects on the North Atlantic coast. They will be located on the border between Spain and Portugal and, have a combined capacity of up to 1.96 GW. The projects, named Juan Sebastián Elcano and Creoula, will have approximately 109 … Continue reading IberBlue Wind Announces the first cross-border offshore wind project on the Spanish-Portuguese border
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Portugal will have a leading floating offshore wind platform
The sea is one of the wealth of our country. Deep, choppy waters, aggressive tides and stormy weather are capabilities that are increasingly sought after by companies dedicated to renewable energy capture projects. We talked a few days ago about a project to extract energy from waves, the CorPower C4. Today we present to you … Continue reading Portugal will have a leading floating offshore wind platform
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Iberdrola undertakes the Montechoro photovoltaic plant, in Portugal
Iberdrola has a portfolio of 1,960 MW wind power and solar energy projects in the country, in addition to the 1,158 MW of the Támega Hydroelectric Complex. Iberdrola continues to make progress in the development of its renewable projects in Portugal. The company has begun work on the installation of the Montechoro I and II … Continue reading Iberdrola undertakes the Montechoro photovoltaic plant, in Portugal
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Iberdrola signs a strategic alliance with BP to accelerate the deployment of electric mobility
The companies plan a joint investment of €1 billion in 11,700 fast charging points, expanding the infrastructure necessary for the development of electric mobility in Spain and Portugal. Iberdrola and bp today signed a strategic alliance to accelerate the energy transition in sustainable mobility. The companies, which announced their intention to form a joint venture … Continue reading Iberdrola signs a strategic alliance with BP to accelerate the deployment of electric mobility
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IberBlue Wind announces Botafogo, its first offshore wind power in Portugal with 990 MW
Located off the coast of Figueira da Foz, the project is made up of 55 wind turbines. The park will be built at a distance of between 30 and 50 km from the coast on floating platforms anchored to the seabed.IberBlue Wind, a joint venture set up to promote floating offshore wind farms in the … Continue reading IberBlue Wind announces Botafogo, its first offshore wind power in Portugal with 990 MW
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Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) set to invest $8.6 billion in offshore wind in Portugal
Renewable energy developer and fund manager Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) plans to invest 8 billion euros ($8.6 billion) in a large offshore wind farm in Portugal that is preparing its first auction for such concessions. CIP said it was aiming to create 2 gigawatt installed capacity at a wind farm called Nortada off the Atlantic … Continue reading Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) set to invest $8.6 billion in offshore wind in Portugal
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Acciona Energía and Grupo Violas agree to supply 100% renewable energy in Portugal
ACCIONA Energía and Grupo Violas, one of the premier Portuguese business groups with investments in various industries such as textiles, tourism, education, real estate, beverages, and logistics, have signed an agreement for the supply of 100% renewable energy for the next ten years in Portugal. Under this agreement, ACCIONA Energía will supply more than … Continue reading Acciona Energía and Grupo Violas agree to supply 100% renewable energy in Portugal
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Iberdrola builds the largest photovoltaic project in Europe in Portugal
The 1,200-MW Fernando Pessoa solar project is located in Santiago do Cacém, near Sines and its construction will generate up to 2,500 jobs. When it comes on stream in 2025, the Fernando Pessoa plant, named after the Portuguese poet, will be able to supply enough clean, low cost, locally generated green energy to cover the … Continue reading Iberdrola builds the largest photovoltaic project in Europe in Portugal
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In Portugal, 58% of the electricity consumed came from renewables, mainly wind power and hydro
The production and consumption of electricity from renewable energy sources in the European Union (EU) increased between 2020 and 2021, years marked by the pandemic. And, among the Member States, Portugal occupies the fourth position among the countries whose electricity consumption comes mainly from renewable sources. According to data released by Eurostat, in addition to … Continue reading In Portugal, 58% of the electricity consumed came from renewables, mainly wind power and hydro
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Portugal to launch first offshore wind auction, eyes 10 GW by 2030
Portugal expects to launch its first offshore wind power auction by the last quarter of this year, aiming to reach 10 gigawatts (GW) of installed capacity by 2030, Prime Minister Antonio Costa said on Monday. As a pre-condition to the auction, the government will this week launch a public hearing regarding proposals for the delimitation … Continue reading Portugal to launch first offshore wind auction, eyes 10 GW by 2030
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EDP Renewables commissions its first hybrid solar and wind energy park on the Iberian Peninsula
The solar energy plant set up next to the Mosteiro wind park sees the creation of the first EDP Renewables hybrid solar/wind energy project, maximising clean energy production; The Mina de Orgueirel Solar Plant opened in Sabugal municipality increases the amount of energy capable of being produced by the complex to 8.4 MW, for over … Continue reading EDP Renewables commissions its first hybrid solar and wind energy park on the Iberian Peninsula
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The EIB finances Iberdrola’s solar plants in Portugal
The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Iberdrola have signed a new agreement to accelerate Portugal’s energy transition via the development of new renewable energy plants. The EU bank will provide a €70 million green loan for the construction of a portfolio of projects with a total capacity of around 188 megawatts (MW). These new facilities, … Continue reading The EIB finances Iberdrola’s solar plants in Portugal
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The H2Med pipeline will transport 2 million tons of green hydrogen per year between Spain, Portugal and France
Spain, Portugal and France have presented this Friday the first details of the H2Med pipeline -formerly known as BarMar- which will transport some 2 million tons of green hydrogen per year to France and Portugal through Barcelona and Zamora. The corridor, which is expected to send only green hydrogen, will cost around 2.5 billion euros … Continue reading The H2Med pipeline will transport 2 million tons of green hydrogen per year between Spain, Portugal and France
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Iberdrola’s investment commitment to renewable energy in Portugal
Portugal’s Prime Minister António Costa has presented the new procedures to speed up renewable projects in the country from the Alcochete solar plant, which has just completed its construction. Iberdrola has reaffirmed its commitment to clean energy in Portugal and announced that it will accelerate its investments to expand the country’s renewable capacity during a … Continue reading Iberdrola’s investment commitment to renewable energy in Portugal
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