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Pilar Sanchez Molina
Pilar worked as managing editor for an international solar magazine, in addition to editing books, primarily in the fields of literature and art. She joined pv magazine in May 2017, where she manages the Spanish newsletter and website and helps write and edit articles for the daily news section in Latin America.
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Articles written by Pilar Sanchez Molina
Battery Atlas 2026 launches with comprehensive map of Europe’s cell, pack and battery manufacturers
The report reflects the consolidation phase the European battery market is undergoing. While over 2,000 GWh of cell production capacity was announced in 2023, the realistic forecast for early 2026 is around 1,190 GWh, of which approximately 673 GWh is led by Asian companies.
Mar 09, 2026
Spanish government plans to accelerate permitting for hydroelectric plants
Consultation now open on plan to streamline permitting process for reversible hydroelectric plants. The government wants to integrate energy authorization, environmental assessment and water concession into a single procedure.
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All European sodium-ion battery manufacturers at a glance
The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) will place sodium batteries at the center of its work on the EU’s industrial strategy and is calling for swift action. pv magazine has compiled a list of manufacturers developing this technology in Europe.
Pexapark records 10 BESS-linked PPAs in Europe in January
The Swiss consultancy reported the signing of 12 power purchase agreements (PPAs) totalling 724 MW across Europe in January, along with 10 commercial agreements related to battery energy storage systems (BESS) with a combined capacity of 934 MW.
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Silbat silicon batteries guarantee uninterrupted power supply for 14 days
The silicon batteries developed by the Spanish startup Silbat are spearheading the Research and Analysis of Long-Duration Energy Storage for Operational Resilience in Critical Military Infrastructures (ARMIC) project, covering Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) 7 to 8.
Spanish grid sees surge of 740 MW in new battery storage applications for 2026
According to updated data from Red Eléctrica, the installed battery storage capacity in the Spanish electricity system currently stands at 124.5 MW. Meanwhile, the Official State Gazette (BOE) has already surpassed 740 MW in new applications for battery energy storage systems (BESS) in 2026.
Spain plans 408 MW reversible pumped storage plant
On Monday, the Spanish Ministry for Ecological Transition (MITECO) published the provisional resolution proposal for the Just Transition Hub tender. The tender awards grid access rights to renewable energy projects that deliver the greatest socio-economic benefits to local communities within the Meirama Just Transition Zone.
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