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Som Energia Launches Its First Solar Plant in Catalonia
Som Energia's first solar plant in Catalonia, located in Anglesola, Lleida, began operating in January. With a capacity of 2.31 MW and an estimated annual production of 4,168 GWh, it can power approximately 1,880 homes. The project, completed in May 2023, faced a two-year delay in receiving final authorization. The plant cost €2,141,000, financed by the Generation kWh program. Som Energia now has 18 renewable energy installations, aiming to cover 100% of its members' consumption.
R.Power Signs Long-Term Physical PPA with Play
R.Power, a leading Polish developer of photovoltaic parks and independent power producer (IPP), has signed a long-term physical power purchase agreement (PPA) with telecommunications operator Play. This agreement will see R.Power supply approximately 240 GWh of clean solar energy from photovoltaic parks with a total capacity of 18 MWp, located in the Greater Poland region, between 2026 and 2037. The deal marks a significant step towards decarbonization and increases the share of renewable energy sources in Poland's energy mix.
Bosch Unveils New Range of Electric Water Heaters and Boilers
Bosch has announced a significant evolution in its brand with the launch of new electric water heater and boiler models. This advancement integrates Junkers' experience with Bosch's innovation, reinforcing the company's commitment to sustainability, quality, and user experience. The new products include the Therm 6600 S water heaters and Tronic electric water heaters, along with the Compress 5800i AW heat pump. These innovations aim to provide efficient, sustainable, and connected solutions for hot water, heating, and air conditioning.
Hybrid Power Plants Take Center Stage
Hybrid power plants combining renewable energy sources with intelligent storage technologies are becoming increasingly important. The upcoming Intersolar Europe conference will focus on the latest developments, regulatory issues, and future prospects for these plants. The event, taking place from May 7 to 9 in Munich, is expected to attract over 3,000 exhibitors and 110,000 visitors worldwide by 2025.
València City Council Promotes Local Energy Communities Through Seven Webinars
The València City Council, through the València Climate and Energy Foundation, has organized seven webinars to promote local energy communities (CEL). These sessions, under the theme 'Local Energy Communities: Beyond Sharing Panels,' are aimed at the general public interested in shared self-consumption of electricity from renewable energy installations. The webinars will cover topics such as València's solar map, steps to install and manage a CEL, the role of energy communities in sustainable mobility, and practical case studies. The webinars are free and open to the public, requiring prior registration.