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Our CEO Rodolfo Bigolin will be speaking at the upcoming Solarplaza Summit in Rome on 11 July on the panel "Securing Project Financing and Attracting Capital for Utility-Scale PV & BESS Projects in Italy: Conditions, Timeline and Key Metrics". With new investments in the Italian solar market being announced at an accelerating pace, this session is a must-attend for anyone looking to navigate the financing landscape. The experts will explore: - Key financing options, including commercial bank products and specialised RE investment funds. - Strategies for attracting capital for large-scale solar projects. - Comprehensive risk assessments from industry experts. The panel will be moderated by the esteemed Lorenzo Parola, founding and managing partner of Parola Associati, and one of Italy's most prominent energy lawyers, and will feature leading industry experts. Join us to gain valuable insights and network with top players in the renewable energy sector. #Speech #SolarplazaSummit #ProjectFinancing #UtilityScalePV #BESS #RenewableEnergy #InnovoRenewables

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Turning #wastewater into energy: a story of #hydrogen and #circularity A wastewater treatment plant in Italy is transforming the way we think about wastewater and its place in the energy nexus. It is a story of hydrogen and circularity, where what was once discarded will become fuel for a greener future. The plant uses power-to-gas technology to convert renewable electricity into synthetic natural gas, increasing the pollutant reduction potential of the sewage treatment plant.

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Here a article from Giulio Meneghello regarding capacity market opportunity for BESS. The question remains: how many of the 2.1 GW of BESS already authorized will make the move to the capacity market? A quick summary of the two mechanisms: Capacity Market Purpose: Provides long-term price signals for flexible capacity. Payments: Capacity payments awarded (€/MW premium). Price Control: Contains extreme price levels through price caps on power markets. Eligibility: Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are eligible, but shorter durations are impacted by high derating factors, and longer durations are currently undervalued. MACSE Purpose: Provides long-term price signals for electricity storage capacity buildout. Value Consideration: Long duration value is taken into account (€/MWh premium). Market Participation: Optimized by Terna for MACSE-backed storage capacity. Pricing Mechanism: Includes cap & floor MSD prices and exerts strong competitive pressure on MSD. Indexing: Prices are indexed to inflation.

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Revolutionary and exceptional – this is how MET Energia Italia CEO Giuseppe Rebuzzini describes Renewable Energy Communities. As promoting outstanding case studies is part of our CSR strategy, we decided to support people who set an example for all of us. “A successful energy transition requires consumers, regulators, and energy companies to all play their parts,” adds Dr. Christian Hürlimann, Renewables CEO of MET Group.   These are the reasons why MET’s Green Assets Division and MET Group’s Italian subsidiary have jointly created an award “for courageous developers” of energy communities, in cooperation with environmental non-profit organisation Legambiente.   “Renewable Energy Communities are the novelty par excellence of the European and national energy scene in recent years,” explains Giuseppe Rebuzzini to Italian energy news site Quotidiano Energia. From the usual producer-seller-consumer triangle, these communities give consumers the ability to participate in power generation decisions and the development of small-scale renewable energy sources. https://lnkd.in/d_XAiZR4

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Voltiq - Energy Transition Finance is looking forward to meeting you next week at Solarplaza Summit Italy, in Rome on Thursday 11 July 2024. 👉 As the Italian energy market is expected to undergo enormous transformation to meet its ambitious 2030 targets of having 63% of electricity supplied by renewables, solar PV is expected to play a pivotal role, contributing to 79 GW out of the 131 GW targeted renewable capacity, according to the #PNIEC2024 👉 Solar PV will need to drastically increase deployment levels to meet an average of almost 10 GW per year in order to reach the 2030 target, more than double what has been observed over the past few years 👉 Voltiq - Energy Transition Finance activities in #Italy go wayyyy back. We already arranged a sophisticated non-recourse project financing scheme with Intesa Sanpaolo back in 2011 for an #agrifotovoltaic system, check it out: https://lnkd.in/exrSB7zF 👉 To support the growth of this sector, large amounts of investment and finance will be needed by the private sector to fund development of new plants, the construction costs of additional capacity coming online and for re-powering existing plants and maximize their output 👉 Voltiq - Energy Transition Finance has a strong track-record in helping developers, IPPs and utilities in the solar PV sector raise capital and attract finance, as well as assisting them in their M&A activities. 👉 #Italy will host many mid-scale solar PV projects. In one of our latest transactions in solar PV, we acted as exclusive sell-side advisors for MONEXgroup in its 25MW solar PV portfolio in Spain, as well as advising them on their project finance and PPA package 👉 We cover the whole range of renewable energy technologies. We are proud to have recently contributed to the growth of the floating offshore wind sector with our latest transaction in Italy, supporting blunova in its partnership with Edison for the development of Wind Energy Pozzallo, check it out: https://lnkd.in/eQBRgTmk IF YOU WANT TO MEET NIELS OR DANIELA (BOTH SPEAK ITALIAN), DROP US A MESSAGE AT INFO@VOLTIQ.COM and we'll arrange it for you.

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👀 It's time to introduce another partner of RE-SKIN, Enel X! Enel X will be the developer of a #CircularEconomy tool, provider of technologies and services for #EVcharging, and will act as the system integration of technologies at demo sites. 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆, 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗹 𝗫 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗲: 🔍 The evaluation of the sustainability score of each material and component used in the toolkit ♻️ The analysis of buildings' sustainability and circular economy levels, including energy flows, #EnergyEfficiency, and consumption management 🔧 The simulation of the sustainability level increase in the post-retrofit phase, with a specific focus on life-cycle energy and emissions 🧱 The replication of the RE-SKIN #Retrofit process in several applications 🔋 The establishment of electric vehicle charging stations Stay tuned to learn more next week from Silvia Arcieri, Circular Economy Manager at Enel X!

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〽🔋 Flexible power plants and battery storage systems are crucial to the success of the energy transition and to ensuring security of supply. They ensure that supply and demand are balanced at all times and that the grid frequency and voltage levels of the electricity grid remain constant. ✅ 🛠⚙ Over the past months, Alpiq has completely overhauled the Vercelli gas-fired power plant in the northern Italian region of Piedmont, making it fit for the energy future. Thanks to its flexibility, it can provide valuable services for electrical system adequacy and for security of supply in Italy. 👍 📈⚡ The plant has been completely overhauled and the main components (turbine, generator) replaced. The work resulted in significant improvements: the plant's flexibility, output and efficiency has been increased. As a result, gas consumption has been reduced and, more importantly for the climate, emissions have been cut by 40%. 🌍 #flexibility #securityofsupply #gridservices #energytransition

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During Italgas’ mission to Tokyo, I had the honor of meeting Mr. Shinichi Kihara, Director-General for International Policy on Carbon Neutrality at the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI). Our discussions revealed that Japan and Italy share a similar vision for achieving carbon neutrality: instead of following a single approach, we are exploring various pathways that recognize the value of diverse energy carriers and technologies. Embracing a technologically neutral approach means enabling the existing infrastructure to support the energy transition through the increasing injection of renewable gases into our network, achievable through innovation and digitized solutions. Synthetic methane, biomethane, and hydrogen represent the future. I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to Mr. Shinichi Kihara for providing such a clear and comprehensive view of the Japanese policy framework, which will undoubtedly support Italgas in strengthening and enhancing its cooperation with leading Japanese companies. A special thank you also goes to the #EmbassyofItaly in Tokyo, whose dedication and assistance have significantly enriched our experience and outcomes in Japan.

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Join us as Paolo Rocco Viscontini, CEO of Italia Solare, sheds light 🌞 on the dynamic landscape of Italy's solar market in our upcoming webinar! Set your calendars 📅 for May 16th, 2024, at 2 PM CET to gain expert insights into the latest investment trends and opportunities 📈. Paolo will discuss crucial topics like regulatory changes 📜, market growth projections, and the role of technological innovations 🔧 in shaping the future of solar energy in Italy. Don't miss the chance, and secure your spot today by registering ! https://bit.ly/3K4OjEx 💡 #SolarEnergy #RenewableInvestment #ItalySolarMarket #CleanEnergy #SustainableDevelopment #TechInnovation #SolarplazaWebinar #Solarplaza

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Italy's solar sector achieves impressive growth in Q1 2024 🚀 In Q1 2024, Italy's solar sector reached a milestone by installing over 1.7GW of PV capacity, significantly more than the same period in 2023. The utility-scale sector led this surge with 579MW of new PV deployed, marking a 373% increase. This impressive growth continues the strong momentum from 2023, which saw the highest new capacity figures for large-scale solar in over a decade, with over 5.3GW added. However, challenges remain with grid capacity and application processes. Despite these hurdles, Italy's progress in renewable energy is a testament to its commitment to a sustainable future. If you have any upcoming Solar & Storage projects, don't hesitate to reach out to Detra Solar. #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #DetraSolar

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🌞🇮🇹 20 MWp solar power plant in northern Italy Axpo has started construction of a 20 MWp solar power plant in Manzano, northern Italy. The project is a significant step in improving renewable energy capacity in the region and supports Italy's transition to sustainable energy. 🤝 Compensatory Measures for Local Community With nearly 34,500 solar panels spanning more than 16 hectares, the plant will produce over 25 GWh of climate-friendly energy a year—enough to power approximately 9,000 households. As part of our commitment to the local community, we will also build a 500 kWp power plant dedicated to supplying energy to the local area under the 'Comunità Energetica' scheme. 🌍💚 Here's to a brighter, greener future! Antoine Millioud, Head of the Solar Division at Axpo, nicely sums up our mission: “The Parco Molini project is a significant milestone in our efforts to enhance renewable energy capacity in Italy. We’re committed to contributing to the local community's energy needs and supporting Italy's transition to sustainable energy.” 🖺 Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/d9gEaXEC #solarenergy #solarpower #renewableenergy #Axpo

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🌞 Peridot Solar Leads the Way in Agri-Voltaic Innovation 🌿   We are proud to announce a major milestone in our commitment to sustainable agriculture and renewable energy.   Our Sperlinga Project located in Comiso (Ragusa), has been the first project in Italy to be recognized fully compliant with the “advanced” agrivoltaic guidelines provided by MASE. Bureau Veritas Italia has in fact issued the first validation certificate ever recognized in Italy for an agrivoltaic asset confirming that the project fully adheres to all the requirements established by the Ministry of the Environment and Energy Security (MASE) Guidelines.   This pioneering project combines solar energy production with the cultivation of olive trees on 90 hectares of farmland, boasting a peak power output of 43 MW.   This validation confirms Peridot Solar's adherence to stringent environmental and regulatory standards, ensuring maximum land efficiency and minimal landscape impact. Our partnership with Italconsult SpA, a leader in engineering, has been crucial to this achievement.   Massimo Sapienza, Managing Director at Peridot Solar, emphasized the importance of independent validation: "Choosing to have our project validated by an independent third party, without any legal obligation or public funding, stems from our desire to elevate our project design and demonstrate our professionalism and commitment to sustainability."   #Sustainability #AgriVoltaics #RenewableEnergy #PeridotSolar #Innovation #BureauVeritas #Italconsult https://lnkd.in/dABmFVUx

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🌍 Stepping across borders: Supporting Italy's climate targets with Adriatic Link Siemens Energy continues to support Italy’s ambitions of reaching net-zero targets by contributing to the expansion of the grid via our recent #HVDC contract win of #AdriaticLink. We have secured a contract to provide technical equipment and the turnkey supply of the two converter stations for Adriatic Link, a major energy infrastructure project in Italy from our partner Terna SpA. Supplied with our state-of-the-art HVDC PLUS technology, the 250 km long connection will enable the exchange of up to 1,000 MW of energy between the north and south of Italy, and thus will strengthen the stability and security of the grid. ⚡ As Italy aims to meet its 2030 climate targets, including a 55% reduction in emissions, Adriatic Link will be important in supporting the nation's renewable energy goals. With the growing share of #renewables in Italy's electricity generation, this project will support the efficient integration of these energy sources. Step by step, we move with our partners towards the connectivity of the grid.

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🌟 Fusion energy is safe and clean! 🌟 Discover how fusion is mimicking the stars to provide a safe, clean, and sustainable energy source. This groundbreaking technology will revolutionize our energy systems and significantly reduce carbon emissions. Dive into the science behind fusion and its potential to reshape our world. 🔗 Read the full article on Il Sole 24 Ore #FusionEnergy #Sustainability #CleanEnergy #Innovation #FutureTech

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After up to 34 years of prohibition in a decisive shift from its past policies, #Italy is paving the way for the reintroduction of #NuclearEnergy!!! The nation is focusing on #SMRs and #AdvancedReactors https://lnkd.in/dAPttzHX

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🥂 𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐄𝐑 𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 | Gianluca Boccanera: 𝑮𝒍𝒐𝒃𝒂𝒍 𝑴𝒂𝒏𝒂𝒈𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑫𝒊𝒓𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒐𝒓 at Starlight Energy, a NextEnergy Capital Group Company Sincerely welcome Mr. Gianluca Boccanera, Global Managing Director at Starlight, a NextEnergy Group Company, as a Speaker join us at NET ZERO - Solar & Energy Storage. Gianluca will delve into the topic of '𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬', sharing his expertise and insights with us all.  🗓 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞: OCTOBER 9 - 10, 2024  📍 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: THE EGG BRUSSELS, BELGIUM    📢 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 Mr. Gianluca Boccanera Mr. Gianluca Boccanera serves as Managing Director at Starlight. He has over 7 years of experience in the renewable energy sector, spread across different areas, from the development to the financing, construction, and then technical, administrative, financial, accounting, and fiscal management of energy production assets and their respective investment vehicles set up in different countries. Since joining WiseEnergy, he has contributed to the setup and growth of the business and the corporate structure, gaining progressively external exposure and internal responsibilities. He has also been involved in the provision of asset management services to both lenders and sponsors and actively participated in lobbying activities carried out by key Italian sector associations such as Assilea. Previously, he worked in the investment banking industry for 6 years, across different financial institutions and countries, gaining extensive experience in the energy and infrastructure sector, having worked on several landmark M&A and capital market transactions closed both in Italy and abroad.  📢 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 Starlight Energy & NextEnergy Capital Starlight Energy, NextEnergy Group’s specialist in-house development company, is pleased to announce the acquisition of a leading UK renewables developer, Intelligent Alternatives Limited. The acquisition bolsters Starlight’s development activities throughout the UK by adding new capabilities that align with Starlight’s long-term growth objectives. Starlight is an ethical, global renewable project developer that contributes to NextEnergy Group’s mission in leading the transition to clean energy. Starlight has developed over 100 utility-scale projects internationally to date and continues to progress an extensive pipeline of c.10GW of both green and brownfield project developments across its global geographies.  🌱Get Involved Now: https://lnkd.in/ewtgZhJ7    💡Welcome to join us for a sustainable future! https://lnkd.in/eTG7GEH9  🔍For any questions, feel free to ask Young Yang.    📲T: 021- 5159 6864 | M & Whatsapp: +86 130 3285 7769  📧W: www.metal.com | E: youngyang@metal.com #Solar #SolarEnergy #utilitysolar #GreenEnergy #EnergyTransition #Renewables #RenewableEnergy #EnergyStorage #Greenfuture #CleanEnergy #Sustainable #NETZEROEUROPE #Europe

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🌞 Italy’s Solar Surge: A Bright Future for PV Energy 🌞 March 2024 has marked a significant milestone in Italy's renewable energy journey, with the photovoltaic sector producing 2,672 GWh of clean energy, a stable increase of 1.4% from last year's 2,635 GWh. According to the latest report from Terna, solar power now accounts for 10.4% of Italy's total electrical demand and 13.06% of total electricity production. The first quarter alone saw a solar production rise of 5.7% year-over-year, totaling 5,757 GWh. Despite a 1.4% drop in overall electricity demand this March, Italy has met 79.6% of its needs through national production, with renewables making up an impressive 41.8% of that demand. Notably, capacity from renewable installations has surged by 52%, adding 633 MW in just three months. These figures not only highlight Italy's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint but also showcase the growing economic potential of investing in high-efficiency photovoltaic technologies. As Italy continues to expand its renewable capacity, opportunities abound for businesses and investors looking to engage with a thriving green energy market. 📈 Why Invest in Italy’s Solar Market? Growing Market: Steady increases in solar capacity point to a robust and expanding market. Government Support: Strong policy support for renewables suggests a favorable environment for solar investments. High Demand: The increasing share of solar in the energy mix reflects a rising demand for clean energy solutions. Italy is poised to be a leader in solar technology, and now is the perfect time to explore partnerships and investments in this luminous landscape. #SolarPower #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #Sustainability #Italy #EnergyMarket #GreenInvesting #SolarPV #EcoFriendly #Innovation #ClimateAction

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AXIA Ventures Group acted as Financial Advisor to Aragorn Value Leadership, in relation to the capital raising efforts for the development of a biomethane platform in Italy.   Aragorn Value Leadership is a prominent developer of biomethane plants with an extensive track record in the renewable energy sector in Italy. This transaction will be made in partnership with Plenium Partners’s Ecualia Capital fund and marks a significant step in its commitment to sustainability, renewable energy, and the development of new projects in this country.   Specifically, both firms will launch a new platform initially focused on the construction and operation of four biomethane plants located in different parts of Italy, with the total investment exceeding EUR 100 million.   The AXIA investment banking team is proud to have advised Aragorn Value Leadership on a landmark transaction for the biomethane sector in Italy.   George Linatsas Antonios Achilleoudis Dimitrios Athanasopoulos Marco Figus Giovanni Sebastiani Edoardo Linari Alex Argyros   #AXIAVenturesGroup #AXIA #InvestmentBanking #AXIAMilan #AXIATransaction #AragornValueLeadership #Biomethane #Sustainability #Renewables #EconomyNews #Italy

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Happy to share PV Tech's recent article titled ‘Italy’s Solar Renaissance: the Challenges, the Opportunities and the Grid’, stemming from insights provided by Managing Director Cristiano Spillati during a chat with PV Tech at Large Scale Solar Europe 2024 in Lisbon. Italy experienced a significant resurgence in solar PV installation in 2023, with over 5GW of new capacity, mainly from large-scale projects. However, challenges persist, including grid congestion, permitting issues, and a shortage of bankable EPC contractors. Despite obstacles, there's optimism for increased utility-scale solar development, driven by the end of rooftop PV subsidies and the expectation of larger project sizes in the future. For the complete article, visit: https://lnkd.in/en5qgw_C

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