Recording of Thursday, May 08, 2025 | The smarter E Europe | Exhibition Program | Language: Français | Duration: 35:46 .

Experts Analyze Negative Energy Prices and Hybrid Systems in Europe's Renewable Transition

The discussion addresses the unexpected trend of negative electricity prices due to a mismatch between renewable energy production and demand. Humberto notes that increased demand was expected to align with supply growth from renewables, but actual demand hasn't met expectations, leading to surplus production and negative pricing during certain hours. Johannes highlights Germany's situation where half of these occurrences are linked directly to excess renewable generation while outdated grid systems reliant on fossil fuels contribute as well. Regulatory frameworks aim for significant emission reductions by 2035 and 2050; however, challenges like insufficient incentives for photovoltaic expansion persist despite subsidies. The conversation also explores energy storage challenges focusing on hybrid versus standalone solutions amidst political complexities potentially hindering progress. In Germany, grid codes present obstacles for integrating hybrids due to inconsistencies among operators regarding permits causing delays affecting hybrids more than standalone projects. Overall emphasis is placed on evolving economic models alongside regulatory frameworks ensuring profitability without compromising system reliability during crises such as extended power outages—highlighting technological advancements in managing dynamics effectively through AI integration into smart grids or batteries across Europe’s unified energy network fostering sustainable futures collectively moving forward optimistically albeit cautiously amid prevailing uncertainties globally today!

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Talk of session: Hybrid PV Systems: Potential and Challenges

As the energy landscape evolves, grids must adapt to support the growing integration of renewables, particularly solar. Meeting the EU's targets requires significant investment and time, making it essential to optimize existing infrastructure and align grid expansion with flexible solutions. This session will showcase projects and provide insights into hybrid utility-scale systems, exploring how solar, combined with technologies like storage and wind, can address grid challenges and drive regulatory reforms for faster renewable integration.

Further Talks of this session:

Opening Remarks

Speaker

Dries Acke
Deputy CEO
SolarPower Europe

To Talk

Presentation of SolarPower Europe Hybrid PV Systems Report

Speaker

Catarina Augusto
Senior Advisor on Grids & Flexibility
SolarPower Europe

To Talk

Hybrid PV Systems: Iberia Potential & Challenges

Speaker

Humberto Loureiro
Head of Project Management
EDP Renewables

To Talk

Deep dive into the German Market

Speaker

Johannes Ott
Project Manager
ABO Energy

To Talk

Deep dive into the Polish Market

Speaker

Jan Kloczko
Deputy Commercial Director
GreenVolt

To Talk

Partners & Sponsors