Naturgy has launched its first photovoltaic plant in the province of Seville. The new facility, located in Villanueva del Rey, between the municipalities of Écija and La Luisiana, has 50 MW of power and will produce 111 GWh of renewable energy annually. This amount is equivalent to the electricity consumption of 34,000 homes and will … Continue reading Naturgy launches its first photovoltaic plant in the province of Seville with the capacity to supply 34,000 homes
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UNEF positively values the commitment to photovoltaics in the update of the PNIEC
The Spanish Photovoltaic Union (UNEF) congratulates MITECO for its commitment to renewable energies, especially photovoltaics, and highlights that the objectives, although ambitious, are necessary to achieve decarbonisation and industrial competitive advantage in our country.The update of the PNIEC objectives presented today is especially committed to the development of photovoltaics to achieve the desired decarbonisation of … Continue reading UNEF positively values the commitment to photovoltaics in the update of the PNIEC
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The wind sector welcomes the approval of the new Royal Decree on offshore wind power as one of the drivers for achieving the objectives of the new PNIEC
Approval of the update of the National Integrated Energy and Climate Plan 2023-2030. Achievable objectives for wind power in Spain Following the approval of the PNIEC, the installation objectives for wind power for 2030 of 62 GW are maintained, which include 3 GW of offshore wind power, already reflected in the draft circulated in 2023. … Continue reading The wind sector welcomes the approval of the new Royal Decree on offshore wind power as one of the drivers for achieving the objectives of the new PNIEC
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GE Vernova signs wind power agreements in Spain
GE Vernova has announced that it has signed several wind power agreements in Spain during the second quarter of 2024. These projects will help support Spain’s ambitious renewable energy goals and will continue to contribute to the Spanish wind industry. GE Vernova has the second largest installed base among wind turbine manufacturers according to the … Continue reading GE Vernova signs wind power agreements in Spain
Continue readingThe Council of Ministers approves Spain’s National Integrated Energy and Climate Plan
The new PNIEC estimates that by 2030 there will be 62 gigawatts (GW) of wind power installed, with 3 GW corresponding to offshore wind power – compared to 50 GW in the previous PNIEC – as well as a huge deployment of solar photovoltaic up to 76 GW (including 19 GW of self-consumption), 4.8 GW … Continue reading The Council of Ministers approves Spain’s National Integrated Energy and Climate Plan
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568.3 MW of photovoltaic and hybridization, and 300 MWp rejected in Spain in the third week of September
Application for declaration of public utility of the Stopper Solar photovoltaic plant of 114.30 MW and its evacuation infrastructures in the municipality of Antequera in the province of Malaga, promoted by Verbund. Application for declaration of public utility of the PFV Reclamo Solar photovoltaic plant of 49.105 MW, and its evacuation infrastructures, in the municipalities … Continue reading 568.3 MW of photovoltaic and hybridization, and 300 MWp rejected in Spain in the third week of September
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José Donoso (UNEF): «It is old-fashioned to think that Chinese photovoltaic companies are ‘doped’ with subsidies. Tariffs are a mistake»
General director of the association that groups photovoltaic energy companies: «We are asking for 0% VAT on domestic self-consumption».«There are communities that make a victim-like speech with photovoltaics. We have gone from ‘Spain is robbing us’ to ‘Madrid, Catalonia or the Basque Country are robbing us of the resource’». A few days ago, the general … Continue reading José Donoso (UNEF): «It is old-fashioned to think that Chinese photovoltaic companies are ‘doped’ with subsidies. Tariffs are a mistake»
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Photovoltaics proposes mandatory storage in renewable energy auctions
Unef maintains that hybrid plants with batteries will thus internalize the risk that storage will not obtain sufficient remuneration to cover costs and be profitable.The Spanish Photovoltaic Union (Unef) is working on an alternative to promote storage in Spain, which is causing so many headaches due to the lack of a regulatory framework that hits … Continue reading Photovoltaics proposes mandatory storage in renewable energy auctions
Continue readingThe photovoltaic considers the support of the administrations to be essential for the promotion of self-consumption
The Spanish Photovoltaic Union (UNEF) has considered the support of the administrations to be “essential” for the promotion of self-consumption in Spain, which involves regulating the figure of the manager, extending the processing and simplified compensation to all installations with access capacity of up to 450 kilowatts (kW), and promoting attractive tax reduction measures for … Continue reading The photovoltaic considers the support of the administrations to be essential for the promotion of self-consumption
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Solaria signs an agreement with Repsol Renovables to find land for photovoltaic plants
Solaria announces that it has signed, through its LandCo Generia Land, S.L., with Repsol Renovables, S.A. a service provision agreement for the search for land, communication with the owners and signing of the lease contract. In cases where the owners of the land prefer to sell, GENERIA will acquire the land, in order to sign … Continue reading Solaria signs an agreement with Repsol Renovables to find land for photovoltaic plants
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Photovoltaics in Spain installed 7,489 MW in 2023
On the occasion of the presentation of our Annual Report, I am pleased to present a brief review of the activities we have carried out at UNEF throughout 2023, as well as an overview of the results obtained and a panoramic perspective of the Spanish photovoltaic sector.Last year saw significant growth in our sector, reaffirming … Continue reading Photovoltaics in Spain installed 7,489 MW in 2023
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Photovoltaics continues to advance in achieving the objectives of the PNIEC and in creating jobs and wealth in Spain
The industry increased its exports by 10% in 2023, exceeding 4 billion euros.The solar energy sector contributed more than 18 billion euros to Spanish GDP last year, accounting for 1.23% of the total.With 3.6% invested in R&D, national photovoltaics triples the average expenditure on innovation in the Spanish industry.The sector generated 160,396 new jobs last … Continue reading Photovoltaics continues to advance in achieving the objectives of the PNIEC and in creating jobs and wealth in Spain
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Photovoltaics defends its installation in the countryside with rules and without conflicts
The Spanish Photovoltaic Union (UNEF), which represents the photovoltaic solar energy sector, defends the installation of solar panels in rural areas without entering into conflict with agricultural uses, in accordance with existing environmental regulations.The general director of UNEF, José Donoso, assures that “there is no contradiction” between agricultural uses and photovoltaics, and gives as an … Continue reading Photovoltaics defends its installation in the countryside with rules and without conflicts
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Photovoltaic: Quarterly index of subsidies and aid for renewables in Spain by SotySolar
The lack of information, the volatility of energy prices and the end of subsidies are the biggest obstacles to opting for green energy at home. According to InformeSolar, three out of four homeowners are unaware of the existence of aid and benefits for installation. 100% compatible with aid and subsidies, SotySolar offers flexible financing plans … Continue reading Photovoltaic: Quarterly index of subsidies and aid for renewables in Spain by SotySolar
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Spain authorizes 875 MW for 9 photovoltaic and hybrid projects in the second week of September
The Official State Gazette for the second week of September contains announcements corresponding to 9 projects for 263.4 MW belonging to Enel Green Power, and 557 MW to Viridi. We compile the most notable announcements from the Official State Gazette (BOE) of the second week of September: Application for declaration of prior administrative authorization of … Continue reading Spain authorizes 875 MW for 9 photovoltaic and hybrid projects in the second week of September
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Q ENERGY starts 52 MWp photovoltaic plant in Extremadura
Q ENERGY begins construction of a 52 MWp photovoltaic power plant in Spain, optimizing energy efficiency and involving local players in regional economic development.Q ENERGY launches the construction of a 52 MWp solar power plant, “Cabrovales 1”, in the Extremadura region of Spain.The plant will comprise over 96,000 photovoltaic modules equipped with solar tracking systems … Continue reading Q ENERGY starts 52 MWp photovoltaic plant in Extremadura
Continue readingSpain authorises six PV and hybrid projects of 465 MW in the first week of September, including 140 MW from Solaria
Application for the declaration of public utility of the Maira Beta Group Photovoltaic Plant of 140.127 MW and its evacuation infrastructures, in the municipal terms of La Vid de Bureba, Berzosa de Bureba, Vileña, Grisaleña, Llano de Bureba, Los Barrios de Bureba, Quintanilla San García, Valluércanes, Briviesca, Vallarta de Bureba, Valle de Tobalina, Busto de … Continue reading Spain authorises six PV and hybrid projects of 465 MW in the first week of September, including 140 MW from Solaria
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Naturgy begins construction of three photovoltaic (PV) plants in Andújar (Jaén) with the capacity to supply 55,800 homes
Andújar I, Andújar II and Andújar III represent an investment of more than 60 million euros and will generate more than 700 direct and indirect jobs between the construction and operation phases. The three plants will produce 180 GWh of renewable energy annually, which will avoid the emission of 90,000 tons of CO2 per year. … Continue reading Naturgy begins construction of three photovoltaic (PV) plants in Andújar (Jaén) with the capacity to supply 55,800 homes
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Installed solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity has increased by 28% during 2023 in Spain
For the first time in history, in 2023, renewable energy in Spain has exceeded 50% of annual generation. The installed capacity of the generating park in Spain has increased by 5.2%, ending 2023 with 125,620 MW. The installed renewable capacity in the national electricity system has increased by 6.3 GW, which has allowed reaching a … Continue reading Installed solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity has increased by 28% during 2023 in Spain
Continue readingPhotovoltaic and wind power made electricity prices 40% lower in the first half of the year in Spain
The wholesale price of electricity in Spain during the first half of 2024 was up to 40% lower than it would have been without the investments in solar photovoltaic and wind capacity made since 2019, according to an article published in the Economic Bulletin of the Bank of Spain. The article, authored by Javier Quintana, … Continue reading Photovoltaic and wind power made electricity prices 40% lower in the first half of the year in Spain
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