02/14/2018

Spanish Island Covered Electricity Needs with Renewables for 18 Consecutive Days

El Hierro which belongs to the Canary Islands has covered 100% of its electricity demand between January 25 and February 12 with renewable energy, says operator Red Eléctrica

Official Press Release Red Eléctrica:

For 18 consecutive days, the island of El Hierro covers 100% of its electricity demand with renewable energy

During 2017, 46.5% of the island’s generation has come from renewable technologies

The operational improvements recently introduced and the result of the collaboration between Red Eléctrica and the Gorona del Viento hydroelectric power station have enabled the island of El Hierro to have covered 100% of its electricity demand between January 25 and February 12 with renewable energy. The Gorona del Viento hydro-wind power station, operated by Red Eléctrica, has now become a key element for the integration of renewable generation on the island of El Hierro. The Soria-Chira pumped-storage hydroelectric power station will have a similar positive impact regarding the integration of renewables on the island of Gran Canaria. This project for the Canary Islands,... ... More: Official Press Release Red Eléctrica