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09/02/2024Iberdrola exceeds 42,000 MW renewables and consolidates its position as one of the cleanest companies in the world Iberdrola continues to make progress in its fight for decarbonisation , as the only way to have a more sustainable planet. For this reason, the company has closed 2023 with a renewable capacity that exceeds 42,000 MW – precisely 42,175 MW – after adding some 3,250 new MW in the last 12 months, as reported by the company to the National Securities Market Commission (CNMV). Thus, it will continue to promote self-sufficiency, electrification and, consequently, greater energy and economic efficiency for all consumers. Thanks to its renewable production, which is close to 80 billion kWh – 6.3% more than the previous year – the company saves nearly 14 million tonnes of CO2 from being released into the atmosphere. That is the emissions of 1 million cars driving 100,000 km each. Renewable production increased by 10%, excluding Brazil, which has been affected by the hydroelectric situation. In Spain, renewable production grew by 24% in the year. Hydroelectric reserves increased by 13% to 6,298 GWh. Given the company's commitment to renewable energies, the Group generates 100% emission-free energy in countries such as the United Kingdom, Brazil, France, Italy, Germany, Poland, Portugal, Greece, Romania and Bulgaria. Emission-free production reaches 87% in Spain. Leading the way in clean energy Iberdrola has strengthened its global leadership in wind energy after reaching 22,676 MW installed at the end of the year, 6% more than in 2022. The company has 20,883 MW in onshore wind power, after adding 655 new MW. Thanks to an investment of close to €6 billion, Iberdrola has connected to the grid a new offshore wind farm in France (Saint-Brieuc) – the first large-scale wind farm in Brittany. This year, the company will start up another off the coast of Massachusetts (Vineyard Wind), which will become the first offshore wind farm in the United States. Growth in offshore wind is offsetting the lower onshore wind production in countries such as the UK, where, after growing by 13% in the year, offshore wind now accounts for 50% of total production. Iberdrola Energía Internacional's focus on offshore wind power in Germany and France led to a 28% increase in production in the quarter, accounting for 10% of the Group's total renewable production in the period. In addition, the company continues to increase its hydroelectric storage capacity: 160 MW have been added, corresponding to the last dam of the Alto Támega complex (Portugal), which constitutes the company's largest gigabattery. Thanks to this, Iberdrola now has 100 million kWh of storage – equivalent to supplying 24 million homes for around 12 hours – enabling an increasing flow of clean energy, promoting greater electrification and continuing to provide the best service to its customers 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Iberdrola has continued to offer a quality service to the 100 million people it supplies with energy around the world. READ MORE
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07/02/2024Iberdrola leads self-consumption in Spain with close to 200,000 customers connected to its grid Iberdrola, through its distributor in Spain, i-DE, exceed 197,000 self-consumption contracts connected to its grid in 2023, after facilitating the deployment of nearly 105,000 installations; 43,000 more than in 2022. In total, the new connections contribute 1,690 megawatts (MW) of 'green generation' to the system. The new contribution is integrated into the low and medium voltage grids – avoiding the emission of more than 296 tonnes of CO2 into the atmosphere. The company, which proactively supports and facilitates access to self-consumption as a source of clean energy generation, has connected an average of 8,750 installations per month – nearly 300 per day. All the autonomous communities have grown at very high rates, reaching an average of 114%, and standing at over 80%. The Madrid and Valencia regions stand out, with 60% of the total between them. Electricity grids are essential to enable the energy transition, as they are the link between the generation of renewable energy and the consumer – whether an individual or a company. Traditionally, the electricity grid was static and unidirectional; whereas, with new consumption habits, such as self-consumption, it is necessary for the grid to be bidirectional, with communications between all agents. You can read the full news in the Iberdrola España Press Room. READ MORE
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06/02/2024Iberdrola’s Subsidiary Avangrid Ranks First Among Utilities on 2024 JUST 100 in the U.S. Avangrid, a leading sustainable energy company in the U.S. and member of the Iberdrola Group, today was recognized for the fourth consecutive year on the annual JUST 100—a list of America’s best corporate citizens published by JUST Capital and its media partner CNBC. This year Avangrid earned the top rank among utilities, up from second in 2023, and improved its overall ranking to 12, up from 45 in 2023, for its commitment to serving its workers, customers, communities, the environment, and shareholders. To receive the number one ranking in the utility industry, Avangrid earned leading scores on key issues, such as human rights, community development, ethical leadership, customer treatment, transparent communication, beneficial products, climate change, workforce advancement, and sustainable materials. CHAIRMAN QUOTE The JUST 100 Rankings are the only measure of how the nation’s largest corporations are performing on the business issues that matter most to Americans. The issues – which include paying a fair, living wage, creating jobs in the U.S., supporting workforce retention and training, providing benefits and work-life balance, protecting customer privacy, minimizing pollution, and more – are defined annually by an extensive nationwide polling process done on a fully representative basis. The top 100 companies – the JUST 100 – are determined by scoring performance across the full range of criteria and comparing companies head-to-head. JUST Capital is an independent nonprofit that demonstrates how just business – defined by the priorities of the public – is better business. JUST Rankings reveal which companies are doing the best job of creating value for their stakeholders, and consistently show that the companies that score best also outperform their peers financially. Compared to their Russell 1000 peers, companies in the JUST 100 on average: * Pay 11.8 percentage points more of their workers a family sustaining living wage (78.3%). * Provide 7.2 more hours of career development training per employee. * Offer 2 more weeks of paid parental leave for both primary caregivers and secondary caregivers. * Intake 99% less water per revenue dollar. * Emitted 42% less metric tons of CO2 per revenue dollar. * Used 29.6 percentage points more renewable energy as a proportion of their total energy use. * Have a 4% higher profit margin, 2.9% higher return on equity, and 1.2% higher dividend yield. “American capitalism has to work for more Americans. For this to happen, the private sector, and especially big corporations, must take the lead in creating value for all their stakeholders,” said JUST Capital CEO Martin Whittaker. “That’s exactly what the JUST 100 are doing. They show that just business is better business.” For the annual Rankings, JUST Capital collects and analyzes corporate data to evaluate the 1,000 largest public U.S. companies across 20 Issues identified through comprehensive, ongoing public opinion research on Americans’ attitudes toward responsible corporate behavior. JUST Capital has engaged more than 170,000 participants, on a fully representative basis, since 2015. CNBC will delve into the data, highlighting company-specific results and showcasing key stakeholder performance stories about this year’s JUST 100 leaders across the network’s broadcast and digital platforms at cnbc.com/just100 . An exploration of the JUST 100 companies can be found at justcapital.com/rankings . READ MORE
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06/02/2024Iberdrola has been recognised for another year with an "A" rating for climate change transparency Iberdrola remains steadfast in its commitment to decarbonisation. The company has remained in the world's most prestigious climate change index, the CDP, with the top score. According to the data reported by CDP, the company is one of a small number of companies that have achieved an "A" rating out of more than 21,000 companies analysed. CDP uses a detailed and independent methodology to assess companies, assigning a score of A to D - based on comprehensiveness of disclosure, knowledge and management of environmental risks and demonstration of best practices associated with environmental leadership, such as setting ambitious and meaningful targets. Fully aligned with the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosure (TCFD) CDP has the world's largest environmental database, whose scores are used to drive investment and procurement decisions towards a sustainable, resilient and zero-carbon economy. In 2023, more than 740 financial institutions with over $136 trillion in assets asked companies to make public data on environmental impacts, risks and opportunities through the CDP platform, achieving a record participation of over 24,000 companies. In addition to the company's inclusion in this index, it has also achieved a high score in the main international sustainability indices, including the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, Moody's ESG, MSCI, FTSE4Good, Sustainalytics, ISS-ESG, Bloomberg GEI, EcoVadis, etc. Leading the world in sustainability Iberdrola has incorporated the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), defined by the United Nations for the 2030 horizon, into its business strategy and sustainability policy. In addition, the company is a benchmark for its direct contribution to the global goals, highlighting its contributions in the field of energy and climate change. The company focuses its efforts on the supply of an affordable and clean energy supply(goal 7 ) and action for the climate(goal 13 ). Iberdrola also contributes directly to ensuring clean water and sanitation (goal 6 ), has increased its investment in R&D&I activities (goal 9 ), promotes respect for the well-being of terrestrial ecosystems (goal 15 ) and works to build partnerships to achieve the goals (goal 17). Iberdrola continues to make progress in its commitment to energy self-sufficiency and in its proactive role as an active agent in the fight against climate change. Iberdrola now has more than 41,000 megawatts (MW) of renewable capacity installed worldwide and has an emission-free electricity production of more than 80%. READ MORE
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03/02/2024Iberdrola reinforces its commitment to marine biodiversity and the responsible development of offshore wind energy Iberdrola has reinforced its environmental commitment to offshore wind energy. As part of the Regional Wildlife Science Collaborationn for Offshore Wind (RWSC), the company released the Integrated Science Plan for Offshore Wind, Wildlife and Habitat in Atlantic Waters in US Atlantic Waters. "This historic plan will lead to further regional data collection and scientific studies on the interaction between offshore wind energy development and the diverse ecosystems along the East Coast," said Pedro Azagra, CEO of Avangrid. "We look forward to continuing the leadership of US offshore wind through the development and implementation of best practices that will help guide the future of this entire industry," Azagra asserted. The company, through its subsidiary Avangrid, is a founding member of the RWSC, a collaboration formed in 2021 between US federal agencies, Atlantic coast states, offshore wind companies and environmental non-profit organisations - with the aim of coordinating offshore wind and wildlife research, data collection, and data management with the wider research community. The Science Plan will support the study of science that can help protect wildlife and inform management and conservation decisions. One of the main goals of the Science Plan is to encourage the use of consistent methods and data standards across the many planned and ongoing research projects on marine mammals, birds, bats, marine turtles, protected fish, oceanography, seabed habitats and new technologies. The Science Plan is the result of more than two years of work between scientists and representatives from government, industry and environmental groups that make up the unique regional collaboration. In addition, the Science Plan will result in independent and peer-reviewed science that can help protect wildlife and conserve ocean habitats, while enabling states and the federal government to work toward theirgoals of expanding offshore wind energy. Emily Shumchenia, the director of the RWSC, stated, "This Science Plan provides the blueprint for the region's future work. It is also a call to action to collaborate in advancing our understanding of offshore wind energy and marine ecosystems." Avangrid is building the nation's first large-scale offshore wind project - the 806-megawatt Vineyard Wind 1, - located 15 miles off the coast of Martha's Vineyard. Vineyard Wind 1 will generate electricity for more than 400,000 homes and businesses in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, create 3,600 full-time equivalent jobs for years, save customers $1.4 billion over the first 20 years of operation, and is expected to reduce carbon emissions by more than 1.6 million tons per year, the equivalent of taking 325,000 cars off the road annually. Work halted until spring by whales In accordance with federal and state regulations, Vineyard Wind One has halted pile driving activities due to migration patterns and the possible presence of whales in the area. Activities will resume beginning in the spring. All this is part of the company's protection and sensitivity when it comes to sustainability and biodiversity. The structures, which leave from the Asturian port of Avilés, are being left on land until work resumes. They are for the second phase of the Vineyard Wind One wind farm construction of, which is already partially operational. READ MORE
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02/02/2024Iberdrola doubles its public charging infrastructure by 2023 Iberdrola exceeds 6,000 public charging points and thus doubles its charging infrastructure compared to 2022. All of these points use 100% green energy, from renewable sources with a guarantee of origin certificate (GdOs). In total, Iberdrola's public and private network reaches 45,000 points and thus reinforces its leading position as the most extensive public recharging network in Spain. The company has installed between 200 and 300 public chargers per month over the past year, to which should be added 1,700 more points under construction and 3,200 more awaiting various administrative procedures, which will be operational in the coming months. Iberdrola's network is currently the largest in the country and, thanks to the new developments that the company will promote during 2024, it expects to provide users with an even more extensive infrastructure with the best range of locations and charging speeds. The company's plans for the next financial year include the installation of more than 3,000 additional charging points, bringing the total to more than 9,000 by the end of the year. In addition to these points operated by Iberdrola, a high-power charging network will be added as a result of its alliance with bp , formed in 2023 with the aim of promoting fast and ultra-fast charging in Spain and Portugal. Its plans include the investment of 1,000 million euros with the aim of creating the most extensive fast and ultra-fast public charging network on the peninsula, with 11,700 points by 2030. This combination of charging stations allows users to have the type of charging points that best suits their needs at any given time, from charging in a longer parking space to ultra-fast charging, between 5 and 10 minutes. Iberdrola's development of electric mobility also extends to the private sector in companies and residential customers, reaching more than 45,000 charging points in conjunction with the public grid. In the corporate sector, the company offers comprehensive solutions for recharging its fleets and employees, with agreements with leading companies such as Mercadona, Vodafone, Telefónica, Northgate, Airbus and Lactalis. In the residential sector, Iberdrola facilitates installation for its private customers either directly or through agreements with numerous car brands, such as Mercedes, Volvo, Volkswagen Group and Smart. It also offers special rates to optimise the advantages of sustainable mobility . In order to achieve more sustainable spaces, Iberdrola is also committed to the electrification of passenger and freight transport, with specific charging points for buses and trucks. Boosting decarbonisation According to the International Energy Agency, the transport sector generates more than one third of the world's greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. As part of its commitment to sustainability and the environment, and as an effective way to combat climate change, Iberdrola promotes and leads the transition towards sustainable mobility and the electrification of transport. The mobility plan, launched by the company in 2016, was pioneering in its implementation. Today, its strategy envisages the installation of more than 100,000 charging points by 2025, including public charging points, residential, companies and car parks. To this end, its public infrastructure design is being developed on highways and corridors as well as in cities and small towns with the aim of having at least one fast charging station every 50 km or less. All of them are available on the Iberdrola Public Charging App, the most highly rated in the sector, where you can view and geolocate verified information on all chargers, check their operation in real time and book and pay from your mobile phone. READ MORE
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01/02/2024Iberdrola Mexico receives the Ibero-American Quality Award in the Gold category for its operational excellence Iberdrola, through its subsidiary Iberdrola Mexico, has won the Ibero-American Quality Award, in the Gold category, for its high operational standards and its contribution to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Ibero-American General Secretariat (Segib) awarded this recognition to the energy company for the third time -and the first time in its highest category-. The Ibero-American Foundation for Quality Management (Fundibeq), under the supervision of Segib, recognizes companies that stand out for their operations based on their innovative, creative and sustainable processes that also contribute to the social dividend. Iberdrola Mexico is the company that has been recognized the most times by Fundibeq, with a total of 7 awards: 3 Ibero-American Quality Awards and 4 Best Practices in SDGs. You can find more information about this news in the Iberdrola Mexico Communication Room. READ MORE
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01/02/2024Iberdrola launches its International Master Scholarship Programme for the development of 'green jobs' Today, Iberdrola opens a new call for applications for its Master's Scholarships for the 2024-2025 academic year, with the aim of promoting excellence in the training of new generations and fostering young talent. The company offers new generations the possibility of training in activities related to the energy transition. The so-called 'green jobs' offer a development opportunity for society and for the health of the planet itself. The Iberdrola International Scholarship Programme is aimed at graduates and final-year university students. In total, it will have an investment of close to one million euros. Through this initiative, the company aims to promote the professional qualification of young people in the field of energy, with special focus on areas of knowledge such as engineering, renewable energies, information technologies, sustainability and big data. Applicants will be able to choose from around twenty leading universities or technological institutes. These institutions include the University of Cambridge, Strathclyde or Imperial College of London in the UK; the Universidad Pontificia de Comillas or the Polytechnic Universities of Madrid, Valencia and the Basque Country in Spain; or the Instituto Tecnológico de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey and Panamericana in Mexico, among others. The registration process for this new call for applications begins today and will remain open until 31 March. Those interested can find all the conditions and fill in the application form in the 'Careers' section of Iberdrola's corporate website: https://www.iberdrola.com/careers/students/international-scholarships-master-iberdrola In addition to academic record and language proficiency, other factors such as curriculum vitae, interest in the study project and reference letter will be taken into account in the selection of candidates. To date, nearly 1,000 young people have had the opportunity to further their professional careers by pursuing master's and postgraduate studies and carrying out research at prestigious international centres with the support of the Iberdrola Group. Supporting a new generation with the highests abilities The Iberdrola International Master's Scholarship Programme promotes a generation of professionals with the highest abilities to prepare for and face the challenges of a green future, including the development of a sustainable energy model. This initiative also fosters the employability of young people in a sector that will generate thousands of new jobs in the future – linked to the energy transition and digital transformation. Once they have completed their studies, participants in this call will have the opportunity to do an internship in the company and to apply for vacancies published by the Iberdrola Group related to their profile. READ MORE
