The PSC, Junts, Comuns, and PP voted yesterday in favor of a resolution proposal presented in the Parliament of Catalonia during the General Policy Debate, which includes the promotion of “an investment plan for transmission and distribution electrical networks.” The development of this plan is part of a proposal that also aims to expedite the implementation of renewable energy with the goal that the energy consumed in Catalonia “comes from these sources and reaches 50% by 2030, in line with the European horizon.”
As we mentioned in this newsletter two weeks ago, the size and availability of electrical networks will condition the achievement of decarbonization goals. Experts from FIE believe that to meet the electricity demand at both domestic and industrial levels, it is necessary to overcome the current infrastructure deficit in energy transport. The International Energy Agency (IEA) itself recommends doubling investment in networks by 2040 to meet climate goals and ensure supply security.
Access to renewable energy is an essential element for the Catalan industry to maintain its competitiveness. It is evident that not all areas can have the same energy availability. Therefore, “it is urgent to reflect not only on how we are going to produce our energy but also on where and how it will reach the industry in Catalonia,” as the FIE director stated in a recent article.
Full text of the PSC proposal – Resolution proposal no. 6.2: “Expedite the implementation of renewable energy with the goal that the energy we consume comes from these sources and reaches 50% by 2030, in line with the European horizon, by approving the planning of suitable areas for renewable development, promoting access to the benefits generated in favor of local entities, creating a specific annual local cooperation fund for municipalities that are net producers of renewable energy, and ensuring respect for the environment. Promote innovation in the energy sector by fostering the new technologies necessary for energy decarbonization. Promote an investment plan for transmission and distribution electrical networks, as well as energy aggregation, promote energy flexibility, smart networks, intelligent energy management, self-consumption, and energy-positive buildings.”