Portugal New Energy Site

Is Portugal's second hybrid park combining wind and solar energy?

EDP Renewables, a leading global player in the development of wind and solar projects, has commissioned Portugal’s second hybrid park that combines wind and solar energy in the same location, practically doubling the capacity for renewable electricity production in a single site.

What is Portugal's Energy Strategy?

Develop a dedicated strategy for energy research, development and demonstration that aligns policy design, implementation and funding with the achievement of Portugal’s 2030 energy sector targets and 2050 decarbonisation goals, including support for commercial deployment of new energy technologies, products and services.

Why is Portugal pushing for better electricity interconnections?

Portugal is pushing for better electricity interconnections with the rest of Europe. Portugal’s National Energy and Climate Plan sets 2030 targets for emissions reductions, energy efficiency and renewable energy that aim to put the country a path to achieving cost effective carbon neutrality by 2050.

How much green energy is produced in Portugal?

Its annual production will reach over 500 GWh of green energy, which corresponds to the consumption of 110,000 homes. Some 80% of the renewable energy produced will be purchased by the Portuguese State, under two 15-year power purchase agreements (PPA) awarded under the 2019 renewable capacity auction.