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European Commission launches initiatives to strengthen offshore wind infrastructure
The success of auctions in Poland and the United Kingdom, as well as the North Sea Summit in Hamburg, has given new momentum to Europe’s offshore wind sector. At the summit, the North Sea countries committed to provide two-sided Contracts…
InGrid: A Legacy Powering the Future
A preserved façade, a reimagined purpose – discover how smart renovation turned a former industrial space into a high-performance hub that consumes less, delivers more, and inspires innovation. Welcome to InGrid, the Schneider Electric Hub that proves sustainability starts with…
Collapse of Energy Grids and Their Resilience in the 21st Century
Electricity grids are the backbone of energy systems, from which complex and interconnected lines branch out, enabling even the most remote places in the country to access electricity. In the first half of 2025, the world witnessed three major collapses…
EU Needs to Take Decisive Actions on Electricity Grids for Competitiveness and Security
European citizens and businesses want affordable, secure, and clean energy. Homegrown wind energy helps boost Europe’s competitiveness, security and prosperity while delivering on decarbonisation. But insufficient grid build-out is hindering the deployment of wind energy. It leads to grid access…
Grid Congestion as an Obstacle to the Energy Transition – How to Overcome the Challenges
The growing demand for electricity, electrification, and the accelerated shift to renewable energy sources worldwide require a more flexible system. Power grids play a crucial role in connecting new energy sources and consumers, transmitting electricity, and balancing supply and demand.…
Immediate Actions Needed to Unblock Grid Capacity for More Wind Energy
The EU wants to increase its wind energy capacity from 220 GW today to 425 GW by 2030 and 1,300 GW by 2050. Wind is key to energy security, affordable electricity and industrial competitiveness. In its recent revision of the…
EU countries increase 2030 solar goals by 90 per cent but grid planning trails
Despite being expected in summer 2023, EU member states have now finally submitted their draft updated National Energy and Climate Plans (NECPs). 26 of 27 countries have submitted, with Austria’s on hold indefinitely. The new plans are a draft update…