The event, titled One year after the blackout: lessons learned and roadmap, will bring together energy sector experts, institutional representatives, system operators, and large industrial consumers in Valencia. The main objective is to conduct a rigorous technical and strategic analysis of the events, contrasting reports from Redeia, the CNMC, and the Government to identify causes and propose preventive measures.
“"An essential conference to understand what really happened during the blackout and, above all, to move towards energy sovereignty."
Marcos J. Lacruz, president of Avaesen, highlighted the importance of the meeting, emphasizing the need to learn from recent crises such as the invasion of Ukraine or tensions with Iran, which have exposed the vulnerability of energy systems dependent on fossil fuels. He insisted on the urgency of promoting the energy transition to guarantee the country's sovereignty.
In the same vein, Pedro Fresco, general director of Avaesen, defended the crucial role of renewable energies, stating that a greater presence of these in the system will increase its stability and make energy more affordable for businesses and citizens. The conference will also address solutions such as energy storage and the hybridization of renewable installations with batteries, considered key for system stability.
Furthermore, an international perspective will be included on how geopolitics and dependence on fossil fuels, especially in strategic points like the Strait of Hormuz, affect supply security. A report on the impact of renewables on the competitiveness of Valencian industry will be presented, and a dialogue will be held with electro-intensive sectors, showcasing examples of industrial self-consumption and innovative solutions.
