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13/07/2026 - 11:57 UTC +02:00Iberdrola strengthens grid resilience to extreme weather in the United States Avangrid, subsidiary of the Iberdrola Group in United States , responded to a series of severe storms and extreme heat that affected more than 283,000 customers across New York, Connecticut and Maine over the Fourth of July holiday weekend. Beginning on 1 July, successive storm systems swept across the north-eastern United States, coinciding with exceptionally high temperatures and dangerous heat indices. In response, Avangrid deployed more than 1,370 lineworkers, field crews and support personnel from its electric utilities. Working around the clock throughout the holiday weekend, the teams repaired storm damage and restored power to affected customers. Thanks to this coordinated response, electricity service was safely restored while maintaining the reliability and resilience of the grid despite exceptionally high demand. Avangrid’s response demonstrates the importance of continued investment in strengthening and modernising electricity networks to withstand increasingly frequent and severe weather events. You can read the full story on the Avangrid Media room. READ MORE
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10/07/2026 - 17:44 UTC +02:00Electricity distributed by Iberdrola grows by 6.3% in June Distributed Energy The electricity distributed by Iberdrola globally increased by 6.3% in the first half of 2026, reaching 136,648 gigawatt hours (GWh), due to the increase in demand and the progress of electrification. Distributed electricity increased in all the geographical areas in which the Group operates, with the United Kingdom being particularly noteworthy, where it grew by 32.6%, driven by the integration of Electricity North West. Generation capacity Generation capacity increased by nearly 4% to 56,827 megawatts (MW), representing an additional 2,300 MW. The main increases in capacity have been recorded in wind technologies (onshore and offshore), in which they have added more than 1,400 MW, followed by solar (+1,000 MW). Battery capacity grew by 117% thanks to new operational projects in Spain and Australia. By geographical area, the increase in power (23.2%) in Continental Europe and Australia stands out, where more than 1,000 MW have been added, mainly in onshore wind in countries such as Australia, Greece and Portugal and solar in Germany or Italy. Meanwhile, in the United States , nearly 800 MW have been added in the last 12 months, an increase of 7.3%, in the United Kingdom capacity increased by 400 MW and in Spain capacity grows by about 600 MW. Production Iberdrola's production reached 61,318 gigawatt hours (GWh) in the first half of 2026, almost 1% more, thanks to the 2% increase recorded in the second quarter. By technology, offshore wind stands out, increasing by 23%, and by markets, the highest growth was recorded in the United Kingdom (+27.3%), the United States (+8%) and the rest of the world (+11.5%). With regard to Spain, production reached 32,732 GWh, in line with last year. After producing more than 12,000 GWh hydroelectric, reserves remain at levels close to the historical record as of June 30, with more than 8,200 GWh stored, thanks to pumping capacity READ MORE
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10/07/2026Neoenergia is pushing ahead with new plans to expand and modernise the electricity grid in Pernambuco and Rio Grande do Norte by 2030 Neoenergia, a subsidiary of the Iberdrola Group in Brazil , has announced new investment cycles to strengthen the electricity infrastructure in the Brazilian states of Pernambuco and Rio Grande do Norte over the coming years. The plans will enable the grid’s capacity to be expanded, accelerate its digitalisation and support the economic growth of both regions. Neoenergia presented these plans during business meetings held in Recife and Natal last week, organised in collaboration with LIDE Pernambuco and LIDE-RN. The events were attended by Pedro Azagra, CEO of Iberdrola ; Eduardo Capelastegui, CEO of Neoenergia; Saulo Cabral, Chairman and CEO of Neoenergia Pernambuco; and Fabíola Almeida, Chairman and CEO of Neoenergia Cosern, who outlined the main initiatives planned to strengthen the electricity grid and support the economic development of both states until 2030. In Pernambuco, Neoenergia will invest 9,700 million reais (around 1,560 million euros) by 2030, a figure that is more than double that allocated in the previous cycle. The plan includes the construction of 25 new substations, the expansion of a further 34, the addition of 766 MVA of extra capacity, and the roll-out of more than 9,000 kilometres of medium- and high-voltage lines, as well as 141 new feeder lines. The initiatives will extend to all regions of the state and include projects aimed at boosting economic activity, tourism, industry and agribusiness. Among the most notable initiatives are the undergrounding of the electricity network in iconic areas of Old Recife, such as Marco Zero, Cais da Alfândega and Praça do Arsenal; the modernisation of the Boa Viagem network with new underground lines; and the upgrading of the infrastructure serving the main hubs of the Pernambuco Carnival. The plan also includes new substations in strategic areas of the state, investments in smart grids, and energy storage and solar generation projects in Fernando de Noronha. For its part, Neoenergia Cosern will allocate 4,100 million reais (around 660 million euros) to strengthen the electricity grid in Rio Grande do Norte, representing an 81 per cent increase compared with the 2021–2025 period. The programme envisages the construction of 10 new substations, the expansion of a further 16, the addition of 460 MVA of extra capacity — equivalent to a 25 per cent increase in the system’s current capacity — and around 1,800 kilometres of new power lines. Key initiatives include a new transmission line for the northern part of Natal, new underground networks in Mossoró, Pipa and Ponta Negra, and projects spread across the state’s various regions to support growth in sectors such as tourism, agribusiness, mining, oil and gas. The plan also includes investments in the digitalisation, automation and modernisation of the grid, as well as energy efficiency initiatives and solar generation projects for vulnerable institutions and communities. With these new investment cycles, Neoenergia continues to make progress in modernising its distribution networks to meet growing energy demand and contribute to the economic and social development of Pernambuco and Rio Grande do Norte over the next decade. READ MORE
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08/07/2026 - 17:30 UTC +02:00Iberdrola begins construction of its Oregon Trail Solar project in the US Iberdrola, through its US subsidiary Avangrid , has begun installing solar panels at Oregon Trail Solar, a new 57 MWdc (41 MWac) solar facility in Gilliam County, Oregon. The milestone marks a major step in the construction of the project, which is supporting around 200 jobs. Oregon Trail Solar will help meet growing electricity demand with clean, renewable energy while supporting electrification across the United States. It will also provide a boost to the local economy by creating jobs and generating economic activity in the region. The project is expected to enter commercial operation next year and will comprise more than 100,000 solar panels. Once operational, it will generate enough renewable electricity to supply approximately 10,000 US homes annually. Alongside its impact on employment, Oregon Trail Solar will promote the region’s economic development throughout its operational life through property taxes and other local contribution mechanisms. These resources will help fund essential public services, including schools and infrastructure. Oregon Trail Solar forms part of Avangrid’s growing portfolio of generation projects in Oregon. The plant is located adjacent to Pachwáywit Fields, a 205 MWdc (162 MWac) solar plant already in operation, and Shutler Energy Storage, a large-scale battery project with an installed capacity of 41 MW and a storage capacity of 82 MWh. Avangrid currently manages more than 2,500 MW of installed capacity across Oregon, where it also has its National Training Centre in Sherman County and a major corporate office in Portland. Through projects such as Oregon Trail Solar, the Iberdrola Group continues to strengthen its commitment to the United States by investing in the electricity infrastructure needed to build a more secure, self-sufficient, competitive and sustainable energy system—one capable of meeting rising electricity demand, creating skilled jobs and supporting the long-term prosperity of local communities. READ MORE
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08/07/2026 - 14:28 UTC +02:00Iberdrola awards Ayesa Digital the contract to support its IT infrastructure in Spain, the US and the UK Iberdrola has awarded the Basque company Ayesa Digital the contract for systems infrastructure support services for its operations in Spain , the United States and the United Kingdom . The agreement makes the Basque Country-based technology firm the Group’s main global provider of these services. The contract will secure more than 170 jobs for five years and forms part of Iberdrola’s strategy to modernise its platforms in order to support its various businesses efficiently and reliably. The contract covers technical support services, the evolution and development of new solutions in IT environments – both in the cloud and on-premises – and incorporates greater use of automation and artificial intelligence . With this contract award, Iberdrola is reinforcing its strategy for digital transformation and making progress in modernising its technological infrastructure, which is key to supporting the growth of its businesses in strategic markets such as the United States and the United Kingdom, as well as in Spain. Iberdrola was already working closely with Ayesa as a partner in digitalisation and artificial intelligence, developing data, automation and AI solutions to accelerate the Group’s digital transformation Ayesa Digital is a Basque company with a presence in Europe and Latin America and more than 11,000 professionals. It specialises in the design, integration and operation of digital platforms for large organisations, combining expertise in artificial intelligence, data, cybersecurity, application development, cloud and automation. This contract award is further evidence of Iberdrola’s commitment to the Basque business community. Over the last five years, the company has allocated more than 8,400 million euros to purchases from Basque suppliers, an activity that supports more than 30,000 jobs across its entire value chain in the Basque Country. Furthermore, since 2021, Iberdrola has contributed more than 4,000 million euros to the Basque public coffers, 90 per cent of which has been in Bizkaia. READ MORE
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02/07/2026Iberdrola becomes the world's first electricity company certified for its management of psychological and emotional wellbeing Iberdrola has become the world's first electricity company to achieve ISO 45003 certification, the international standard that provides guidelines for managing psychological health and safety at work. The certification was awarded following an independent assessment by LRQA, one of the world's leading certification, inspection and assurance providers. Designed to complement ISO 45001, the international benchmark for occupational health and safety management systems , ISO 45003 promotes safe and healthy workplaces by addressing psychological and emotional wellbeing alongside physical safety. It covers areas such as stress management, workload, organisational culture and work-life balance. With this certification, awarded following an independent audit and assessment, Iberdrola ranks among the world's most advanced companies in the management of psycho-emotional wellbeing by integrating people's psychological health and safety into a global, structured system that has been externally assessed. Awarded following a rigorous independent audit, the certification places Iberdrola among the world's leading organisations in the management of psychological and emotional wellbeing by integrating psychological health and safety into a comprehensive, structured and externally verified management system. At a time when organisations are placing increasing emphasis on mental health, the certification recognises Iberdrola's systematic and preventive approach, aligned with international best practice. The certification process, which was implemented across the Group and involved close collaboration between multiple business areas and teams , strengthens Iberdrola's psychosocial wellbeing management model and reinforces its position as a leader in responsible people management, placing emotional wellbeing on an equal footing with physical health and safety. Achieving ISO 45003 certification forms part of Iberdrola's ongoing commitment to protecting the health, safety and wellbeing of its employees worldwide. It also reflects the principles set out in the company's Occupational Health and Safety Policy and its Sustainable Human Capital Management and Harassment Prevention Policy. READ MORE
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02/07/2026 - 14:25 UTC +02:00Iberdrola reaffirms its commitment to culture through its support for the Almagro International Classical Theatre Festival Iberdrola España, subsidiary of the Iberdrola Group's in Spain , is reaffirming its commitment to culture and the preservation of artistic heritage by renewing its partnership with the Almagro International Classical Theatre Festival, one of Spain's leading theatre events. Running from 2 to 26 July, the festival's 49th edition will once again transform Almagro into one of the summer's premier cultural destinations, with a programme dedicated to celebrating and reinterpreting the legacy of Spain's Golden Age theatre. Iberdrola will once again have a prominent presence at Espacio Áurea, located in the former Renaissance University, one of the festival's most distinctive venues. The space attracted 6,576 spectators during last year's edition and will host a programme this year featuring productions that blend theatre, music and dance with classical tradition and contemporary artistic perspectives. Iberdrola's support for the Almagro Festival reflects its broader commitment to promoting cultural initiatives that preserve, celebrate and enhance Spain's historical and artistic heritage. Through the Iberdrola España Foundation, the company develops projects aimed at conserving and showcasing cultural assets, including its Lighting Programme, which enhances landmark buildings through carefully designed interior and exterior architectural lighting. You can read the full article in the Iberdrola España media room. READ MORE
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02/07/2026 - 10:12 UTC +02:00Iberdrola confirms €4.5 billion distribution to shareholders following announcement of supplementary dividend TIMETABLE FOR THE “IBERDROLA FLEXIBLE DIVIDEND” OPTIONAL DIVIDEND SCHEME 2 July 2026 Announcement of the number of rights required to receive a new share , together with the amount of the supplementary dividend and the adjustment dividend. 3 July 2026 Last trading day for shares carrying entitlement to participate in the scheme. 6 July 2026 Trading in free allotment rights begins. 7 July 2026 Record date for determining shareholders eligible to participate in the Iberdrola Flexible Dividend scheme. 24 July 2026 Expected announcement of the completion of the capital increase. 27 July Expected payment date for both the supplementary dividend and the adjustment dividend 29 July Expected commencement of trading in the new shares READ MORE
