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08/09/2026ScottishPower Energy Networks’ community fund tops €1.8 million in four months The inaugural transmission community benefit fund established by ScottishPower Energy Networks – Iberdrola Group’s network subsidiary in Scotland – to support communities hosting key electricity network infrastructure has already approved more than €1.8 million (£1.6 million) in funding since launching in April. The grants are targeted at local projects across central and southern Scotland in areas including South Lanarkshire, South Ayrshire, Scottish Borders, and Dumfries and Galloway, coinciding with one of the largest network modernisations in decades. The fund aligns with UK Government guidelines ensuring that communities hosting new transmission infrastructure receive long-term, locally managed benefits. In addition to supporting essential services, the fund will finance community, social and environmental projects surrounding new substations and power lines, with funding decisions guided by an independent panel to ensure support aligns with local priorities. You can read the full news story in the ScottishPower Energy Networks Media Centre . READ MORE
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08/09/2026Iberdrola awards new contracts to Ingeteam and Ormazabal worth €30 million Iberdrola is continuing to strengthen its ties with the Basque industrial sector through new contract awards to leading companies such as Ingeteam and Ormazabal. The contracts were discussed at today's meeting of the company's Executive Committee of the Board of Directors in Bilbao. The Group has awarded Ingeteam contracts worth €25 million for work on battery energy storage systems (BESS) linked to renewable energy facilities in Spain. This technology is playing an increasingly important role in the electricity system, enabling greater integration of renewable energy while providing additional flexibility to the grid. Iberdrola has also awarded Ormazabal a contract worth almost €5 million for the design, manufacture and supply of two mobile substations to enhance the operational capacity of the electricity network. The equipment will strengthen the network's ability to respond to maintenance work, operational incidents and exceptional demand requirements. The new mobile substations have been designed to provide temporary support to network operations and help maintain continuity of supply under a range of operating conditions. The project is aligned with Iberdrola's objective of strengthening the resilience of electricity networks and equipping them with the capabilities needed to respond to an increasingly demanding and dynamic environment. Ingeteam and Ormazabal bring technological expertise and specialist know-how in key areas that are helping to advance electrification. These contracts form part of initiatives to modernise and strengthen electricity networks and expand energy storage capacity, both of which are essential to building a more self-sufficient, secure and competitive electricity system that is fit for the challenges of the future. The contracts will also support the involvement of Basque industrial suppliers in major electricity infrastructure projects and further strengthen a value chain capable of meeting future challenges. In addition, they underline the importance of continuing to invest in backup technologies that help ensure a reliable, high-quality electricity supply and improve network reliability, a key factor in supporting the continued growth of electrification. READ MORE
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04/09/2026Iberdrola strengthens its commitment to the circular economy through the refurbishment of its UK wind farms ScottishPower Renewables, Iberdrola Group’s renewable energy subsidiary in the UK , has highlighted the economic and environmental potential of refurbishing wind farms following the decommissioning of Hagshaw Hill 1, Scotland’s first commercial wind farm. A report prepared by Mott MacDonald concludes that 99.9% of the materials removed from the facility were recycled or reused, demonstrating the value of applying circular economy principles at the end of the useful life of renewable energy assets. The study highlights that modernising the first wind farms not only makes it possible to increase clean energy generation but also creates opportunities for the local economy and supply chain. In the case of Hagshaw Hill 1, the work has generated contracts for companies in Scotland and other parts of the UK, supporting job creation, the development of new industrial capabilities and the efficient use of resources. The initiative also opens new business opportunities in sectors linked to the reuse of renewable energy components. These include the recycling of wind turbine blades , which can be transformed into new materials for construction and engineering, and helping to reduce waste and the emissions associated with developing new energy infrastructure. Hagshaw Hill 1 , which began operating in 1995, has been replaced by 14 more modern and efficient turbines, increasing the site’s generation capacity to 80 MW, enough to supply electricity to the equivalent of around 57,000 homes per year. For Iberdrola, the project demonstrates how repowering renewable energy facilities can combine more clean energy, the circular economy and local economic development, laying the foundations for the next generation of wind farms. You can read the full story in the ScottishPower Renewables media centre . READ MORE
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03/09/2026 - 14:09 UTC +02:00Neoenergia launches initiative to bring artificial intelligence to public education in Brazil Instituto Neoenergia, the social arm of Iberdrola Group’s Brazilian subsidiary , has created Diáspora Tech, a project designed to train educators and educational staff in artificial intelligence, critical thinking and digital equity. Developed in collaboration with Obará Edutech, the project reinforces the Group’s commitment to an inclusive digital transformation capable of creating opportunities and contributing to community development. Through a series of training sessions, the initiative aims to help participants understand the impact of artificial intelligence in education and apply this technology in a critical, ethical and responsible manner within the school environment. Topics covered include data usage, algorithmic bias, information integrity, digital ethics and the role of technology in reducing inequalities. The project forms part of the Iberdrola Group’s broader commitment to innovation, inclusion and talent development , promoting the responsible use of artificial intelligence as a tool to expand opportunities and strengthen education. You can read the full story at the Neoenergia Media Room . READ MORE
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01/09/2026Iberdrola organises the largest exhibition dedicated to the technological evolution of electricity and its future Book your free ticket via this link. The largest monographic and interactive exhibition to date on the past, present and future of electricity is being made available to the public by Iberdrola. Titled An Electrifying Journey: An Iberdrola Immersive Experience , the exhibition will be open to visitors free of charge from 21 September to 20 October at the Galería de Cristal at CentroCentro, in Madrid’s Palacio de Cibeles. The exhibition invites visitors to discover the key milestones that have shaped the history of electrification , from the earliest scientific discoveries to the latest technological innovations, while virtual content offers a glimpse of what the cities of the future will look like in the “age of electricity”. With a strong educational focus, the initiative aims to spark young people’s curiosity about science and technology and inspire the next generation to pursue careers that will see them play a leading role in building this electric future. The public will also be able to explore the role electricity has played in socioeconomic development over the past 125 years through practical examples. The exhibition features historical content and interactive elements exploring the fundamentals of electricity and the evolution of electrical technology. Through immersive spaces, visitors will also be able to experience the profound transformation that electrification is bringing to cities, mobility and industry. Highlights of the exhibition include an immersive audiovisual experience using mixed-reality headsets, a museum featuring original pieces of significant technological and historical value linked to the development of the electricity system, live demonstrations that make electricity visible using a Tesla coil, and educational workshops for students and families. Through Iberdrola's history , the exhibition will also showcase some of the major milestones that have shaped the history of the electricity sector, from the first power plants to the expansion of renewable energy , smart grids , energy storage and the electrification of demand. The exhibition will be open to the public every day from 10am to 10pm. Tickets are free and can be booked online through entradas.com or obtained at the box office. Special activities will also be organised for schools and other groups, with the participation of Iberdrola volunteers . 125 light-years The exhibition forms part of the “125 light-years” programme, through which the company chaired by Ignacio Galán is celebrating its 125-years history throughout 2026 with initiatives aimed at employees, customers, shareholders and society. Key milestones in the anniversary celebrations include the major concerts held in Bilbao, Madrid and Valencia, alongside exhibitions, social activities and cultural initiatives through which the company is sharing its legacy and commitment to the future of electrification. READ MORE
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30/08/2026 - 09:30 UTC +02:00Leo XIV receives Ignacio Galán in audience Pope Leo XIV received Iberdrola’s executive chairman, Ignacio Galán , and its chief executive officer, Pedro Azagra , in audience at the Vatican on Friday, according to the Holy See’s daily bulletin. Iberdrola — founded in 1901 as Hidroeléctrica Ibérica — is considered Europe’s largest electricity company and one of the two largest in the world by market capitalisation. Iberdrola’s executive chairman shared with the Pope his experience and commitment to sustainability, the fight against climate change, and decarbonisation, and explained how the electrification of the economy can help achieve these goals, together with greater energy self-sufficiency and autonomy. He also noted that the financial resources currently used to import fuels could instead be allocated to greater productive investment that supports economic and social growth. The executive chairman of Iberdrola presented the Pontiff with a copy of the book Tratos y contratos de mercaderes y tratantes (Dealings and Contracts of Merchants and Traders), by the 16th-century Spanish Dominican economist and philosopher Tomás de Mercado. It is a special edition by the University of Salamanca, whose Social Council is chaired by Sánchez Galán. Source: EFE READ MORE
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28/08/2026 - 11:51 UTC +02:00Iberdrola reinforces the role of electricity networks in the UK to meet future industrial demand ScottishPower Energy Networks, the distribution company of ScottishPower, subsidiary of the Iberdrola Group in the United Kingdom , is driving the Net Zero Industrial Pathways (NZIP) project, an initiative aimed at improving electricity network planning in the context of industrial decarbonisation. The objective is to incorporate real and detailed data from industrial sites to anticipate their future energy needs and facilitate a more efficient transition towards a net zero economy. Within this framework, NZIP works directly with industrial facilities to analyse their current consumption, network connections, potential decarbonisation technologies and expected evolution in energy demand. The insights gathered are integrated into future energy scenarios and SP Energy Networks' grid development plans, allowing for more precise identification of where, when and at what scale new investments will be required. This data-driven approach helps reduce connection risks, improve capital efficiency and strengthen planning capabilities for local authorities, regulators and system operators. Through this initiative, Iberdrola is advancing its commitment to developing smarter, more flexible electricity networks that are ready to support the electrification of the economy. You can read the full news story in the SP Energy Networks Media Room . READ MORE
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26/08/2026 - 12:24 UTC +02:00Iberdrola connects innovation, technology and talent to drive the modernisation of electricity networks in the United States Avangrid, the Iberdrola Group subsidiary in the United States , held the ninth edition of its Innovation Forum on 17 and 18 June. The annual meeting brought energy leaders, academic experts, strategic partners and innovative companies together in Boston to drive technological solutions applied to the modernisation of the electricity network. Under the theme Demonstrate and Deploy, the forum focused on how to accelerate the transition from innovative ideas to their real deployment on the ground. The forum also served as a collaborative space for startups, universities, tech companies, institutions and industry leaders, with the goal of strengthening an innovative ecosystem capable of generating a tangible impact for both the business and regions. During the meeting, strategic issues such as the development of transmission networks, the evolution of energy markets, artificial intelligence , innovation funding and the skills needed to scale new technologies in the sector were addressed. The company thus underscores the importance of demonstrating, deploying and scaling advanced technologies to reinforce electricity networks and move towards a more resilient, efficient and sustainable energy model . You can read the full news article in the Avangrid Press Room . READ MORE
