Solarplaza Summit | Iberia

Wednesday 4 June 2025

Program


08:30

Registration & Welcome Coffee

70 min.


Session 1

Market Outlook: Solar and Storage in Iberia

09:40

Driving the Renewable Transition in Iberia – The Role of Solar and Storage

presentation

20 min.

Forward-looking keynote exploring how solar PV and energy storage are driving the renewable energy transformation in Spain and Portugal. Learn about the region’s progress, challenges, and opportunities in building a sustainable and resilient energy future.

  •  Insights into the growing role of solar and storage in Iberia’s energy mix.
  •  Key achievements in 2023 and what they mean for the region’s decarbonization goals
  •  Strategic priorities for scaling renewables while addressing policy, market, and grid challenges.

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10:00

Grid Integration: Unlocking the Full Potential

presentation

20 min.

Explore the challenges and solutions for integrating large-scale solar and storage projects into Iberia’s energy grid. This session will address the technical, regulatory, and market aspects of grid integration to maximize the potential of renewable energy.

  • Key bottlenecks in grid access and capacity for solar PV in Spain and Portugal.
  • Innovative technologies and strategies to improve grid stability and flexibility.
  • The role of policy and planning in accelerating renewable grid integration.

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10:40

Policy Landscape for Utility-Scale Solar and storage in Iberia

panel

20 min.

Gain clarity on the latest regulatory developments in Spain and Portugal, and their impact on solar PV projects. This session covers new permitting rules, incentive programs, and strategies for navigating policy roadblocks.

  • Recent updates on permitting processes and their implications
  • Opportunities arising from regulatory incentives for utility-scale solar
  • Strategies to align projects with Iberia’s decarbonization goals.

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11:00

Morning Networking Break

Session 2A

Strategies Powering a High Performance Business Case

11:40

Financing Solar in a Challenging Market

presentation

20 min.

Examine innovative financing structures that help solar developers overcome inflation, interest rate volatility, and investor concerns in Iberia’s competitive market.

  • The impact of rising interest rates on project financing.
  • Leveraging new financing mechanisms and Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs).
  • Building investor confidence in volatile market conditions.

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12:00

Mergers & Acquisitions: Navigating the Iberian market

panel

20 min.

Explore the dynamics of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the solar PV sector across Spain and Portugal. This session delves into market trends, key challenges, and opportunities for consolidation as companies seek scale and resilience in a competitive landscape.

  • Current trends in M&A activity within the Iberian solar market.
  • Critical factors for success in due diligence and deal structuring.
  • Market consolidation opportunities to enhance resilience and market presence.

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Julius Weidemann

Encavis


12:20

Preventing Solar Underperformance: The Role of O&M

panel

40 min.

Uncover the latest techniques and technologies for effective operations and maintenance (O&M) to prevent underperformance and optimize energy yields.

  • Key performance indicators to monitor and improve O&M efficiency.
  • Predictive maintenance using AI and digital tools.
  • Strategies for preventing and addressing equipment degradation.

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Session 2B

Energy Storage Deep Dive

11:40

Regulatory Trends Shaping Energy Storage

presentation

20 min.

Gain insights into the evolving regulatory framework for energy storage in Spain and Portugal. This session will explore how policies are shaping the deployment of storage technologies and influencing market opportunities across the Iberian region.

  • Key updates on permitting and regulations impacting energy storage projects.
  • Policy-driven opportunities for integrating storage into the grid and markets.
  • Challenges and potential solutions for aligning storage regulations with industry needs.

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12:00

Grid Congestion, Curtailment Costs, and the Role of Storage

presentation

20 min.

Examine how energy storage can address grid congestion and curtailment challenges in Spain and Portugal. This session will highlight the operational and economic benefits of storage in optimizing grid performance and reducing energy losses.

  • Understanding the causes and costs of grid congestion and curtailment in Iberia.
  • The role of storage in alleviating grid constraints and enhancing flexibility.
  • Financial and operational considerations for integrating storage solutions into constrained networks.

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12:20

Financing Energy Storage Projects: Risks and Rewards

panel

40 min.

Discover the financial landscape of energy storage projects in Iberia, including the challenges of securing investments and the rewards of emerging revenue streams. This session will explore financing mechanisms tailored to the unique needs of storage technologies.

  • Key risks and opportunities in financing energy storage projects in Spain and Portugal.
  • Revenue models, including market participation and ancillary services.
  • Strategies to mitigate financial risks and attract private capital for storage investments.

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13:00

Lunch Networking Break

Session 3A

Mitigating Grid Congestion

14:30

Curtailment Challenges and Solutions in Spain and Portugal

presentation

20 min.

Explore the operational and financial impacts of curtailment and learn about emerging strategies to mitigate risks and ensure energy delivery reliability.

  • Analyzing curtailment causes in current grid conditions.
  • Technological and policy-based approaches to minimizing curtailment.
  • Case studies of successful mitigation strategies in Iberian markets.

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14:50

Self-Consumption and Solar Market Expansion

panel

40 min.

Dive into the evolving self-consumption segment, focusing on market trends, policy updates, and the growing role of industrial installations in Spain and Portugal.

  • Key drivers and challenges in the self-consumption market.
  • Industrial sector trends and opportunities for solar adoption.
  • Policy tools supporting self-consumption growth.

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Session 3B

Energy Storage Business Cases

14:30

Revenue Models for Energy Storage Integration

presentation

20 min.

Explore the diverse revenue models for energy storage integration in Iberia. This session will examine how storage projects can unlock value through participation in energy markets, grid services, and hybrid renewable solutions.

  • Monetizing energy storage through wholesale market participation and arbitrage.
  • Revenue opportunities in providing ancillary services and grid support.
  • Hybrid models combining storage with solar or wind for enhanced profitability.

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14:50

Learnings from successful Storage Projects in Europe

panel

40 min.

Gain practical insights from successful energy storage projects across Europe. This session will showcase case studies, highlighting best practices, challenges overcome, and lessons applicable to the Iberian market.

  • Key success factors in the planning and execution of European storage projects.
  • Challenges encountered during deployment and how they were resolved.
  • Insights into operational performance and market participation strategies.

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15:30

Afternoon Networking Break

Session 4

New Markets, Innovations and Energy Trading

16:10

Energy trading and its operational implications

presentation

20 min.

Delve into the evolving landscape of energy trading and its impact on the operations of solar PV and storage projects in Iberia. This session will examine market dynamics, revenue optimization strategies, and operational adjustments required to succeed in a volatile trading environment.

  • Understanding Iberia’s energy market dynamics and pricing trends.
  • Strategies to maximize revenues through effective energy trading.
  • Operational adaptations for solar and storage assets in response to market volatility.

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16:30

The Future of Solar & Storage in Iberia: Synergies and Growth

panel

50 min.

Conclude the conference with a forward-looking discussion on how solar PV and energy storage can work together to accelerate the renewable energy transition in Iberia. Industry leaders will share insights on key trends, collaborative opportunities, and the path toward sustainable growth.

  • Exploring the synergy between solar PV and storage for greater energy resilience.
  • Emerging market opportunities and challenges shaping the future of renewables in Iberia.
  • Strategic priorities for scaling solar and storage to meet decarbonization goals.

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Cecilie Kristiansen

Wood Mackenzie

Daniel Garasa

Wood Mackenzie


17:20

Networking Drinks

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