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Authors: Gonzalo Canales, Pricing Strategy Manager at Repsol and Javier Panizo, Energy Purchasing Strategy Senior Manager at Repsol. The electricity pool results, choice of the type of market, or signing up to a suitable rate are some of the most important factors that will influence the final price of a …
Combustion, hydrogen or electric? The environmental impact of vehicles beyond their carbon footprint This content is only available in Spanish.
The EU has launched an ambitious recovery plan to help address today's major energy, climate neutrality, and digitalization challenges. How to successfully tackle the fight against climate change and the evolution towards a just energy transition are two key questions that will mark the future of the EU and its …
Cement is the most consumed material after water, and its production is responsible for more than 7% of global greenhouse gas emissions. The current situation of the industry requires a hasty decarbonization, which requires improvements in the energy efficiency of factories. This content is only available in Spanish.
Hydrogen (H2) is set to become the energy carrier of the near future. This article explores how, once produced, we will be able to transport it. This content is only available in Spanish.
In February 2023, the European Commission proposed to toughen up on emission measures for trucks and buses, establishing stricter reduction targets until 2040 and investment incentives throughout the community. Heavy vehicles are a big source of greenhouse gas (GHG) generation and a key part of strategies to achieve sustainable and …
The cement manufacturing sector is a sector with emissions that are difficult to abate. This publication presents a solution to replace the petroleum coke used in the kilns with golden hydrogen, thus avoiding CO2 emissions from the fossil fuel and offsetting those due to the limestone decarbonation process. This content …
The main geopolitical aspect that may have an impact on critical raw materials to carry out the energy transition is reliability, understood as the trust that a State may have in another State to obtain the raw materials it needs to carry out its energy transition, with its risks and …
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is undergoing a vertiginous advance and is being applied to numerous sectors. One of them is autonomous driving, a technology on which all manufacturers have bet with successive steps. However, although AI can play a relevant role in decision making, there are still important challenges to ensure …
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Traffic should be a priority sector when designing emission reduction strategies in urban areas with the ultimate aim of reducing negative impacts on the health of their citizens. This content is only available in Spanish.
A decarbonized energy system is a priority for the future of the planet but we cannot ignore the effects that this new model may have on society, employment and the finances of the majority of people. Actively facing up to the climate emergency means bringing about a rapid and effective …
Promoting waste recovery, both for energy generation and for the reuse of solid resources, is a key strategy for favoring change towards a more sustainable and conscious energy model. Our consumption patterns generate tons of waste every day which, if not adequately managed by means of recycling treatments, end up …
With nearly $400 billion in government spending and tax credits planned for 10 years, the Inflation Reduction Act is one of the most important measures ever taken in the United States to combat climate change What is the IRA law? The 2022 Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is the third piece …
Addressing issues such as increasing battery autonomy, installing more charging points, or using renewable sources to generate electricity, is crucial to continue advancing towards sustainable mobility goals. Did you know that getting around by car is an increasingly sustainable practice? One of the alternatives to reduce your mobility carbon footprint …
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Renovating the European Union energy system and reducing excessive dependency on Russian imports requires a commitment to saving, diversifying supplies, and the use of renewable sources. The European Union is facing one of its biggest energy challenges in 2023. In a crisis context caused by the war in Ukraine, with …
The fight against climate change is one of the main challenges facing global society in this century, but what role do forests play in mitigating climate change and what actions are being developed by different countries? This content is only available in Spanish.
The Spanish government is offering households and businesses a range of subsidies for renewable energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable mobility projects. Given the elevated instability of international energy markets since the war in Ukraine began, coupled with soaring energy prices in recent months, many households and businesses are finding it …
EsadeGeo Center for Global Economy and Geopolitics EsadeGeo On May 18, 2022, the European Commission launched the REPowerEU plan, detailing the actions to be taken to end Europe’s dependence on Russian fossil fuels while also tackling the climate crisis and accelerating the energy transition. To analyze this plan and the …
The heat generated from the Earth's interior is an energy source with great potential that can greatly benefit areas such as electricity production or air conditioning. Geothermal energy is a primary energy source that harnesses the Earth's heat, and thanks to its sustainable characteristics, it could be key in steadily …
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In 1874, Jules Verne wrote in his novel The Mysterious Island: I believe that one day water will be a fuel, that the hydrogen and oxygen which constitute it, used alone or together, will provide an inexhaustible source of energy and light, with an intensity which coal cannot; since coal …
The forests that populate our planet play a crucial role in naturally and effectively reducing CO2 emissions in the atmosphere. Nearly one third of the Earth's surface is covered by different types of forests and, because of the important role they play within the ecosystem, protecting them properly is more …
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Methane has a much shorter atmospheric lifetime than CO2 but is a much more potent greenhouse gas. The Global Methane Pledge goal to reduce antropogenic methane emissions by at least 30% by 2030 from 2020 levels is key to mitigate climate change. Methane is the simplest alkane, a very abundant …
Establishing an energy system based on using renewable sources also implies guaranteeing the supply of natural resources such as rare earth or nickel, which are necessary to manufacture batteries, solar panels, or wind turbines. In order to fight climate change and effectively reduce greenhouse gas emissions, one of the most …
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While users appear to be aware of the subject of sustainable mobility, their knowledge is limited with regard to the different environmentally friendly alternatives on the market. See the report on the perception of mobility technologies (only available in Spanish) |PDF| 2,27 MB. The general public has a key role …
The production of renewable hydrogen, electrification, or the use of renewable fuels (advanced biofuels and synthetic fuels), are some of the key solutions to advance in the decarbonisation of transport. One of the most important energy and environmental challenges facing us today is how to efficiently modernise the mobility sector …
Although speaking about fossil fuels and low-emission energy generation may at first seem contradictory, resources such as natural gas can be excellent partners on the road to decarbonisation. Modernising our energy system from top to bottom and effectively reducing greenhouse gas emissions from its production, distribution and consumption is an …
On May 18, 2022, the European Commission launched the REPowerEU plan, detailing the actions to be taken to end dependence on Russian fossil fuels while also tackling the climate crisis. To analyze this plan and the impacts of the Russian invasion of Ukraine on the EU’s energy system and relations, …
Repsol chairman, Antonio Brufau, and SERNAUTO chairman, Francisco J. Riberas, discussed the current climate and future scenarios in terms of sustainable mobility. This dialog was moderated by journalist Beatriz Pérez-Aranda, where the two industry representatives insisted on the importance of collaboration between public and private institutions to maintain the Spanish …
On 29 March 2022, the Corell Foundation presented the results of the Diagnosis of the professional road transport sector in Spain, find out what were the main conclusions of the conference: Professional passenger and freight mobility in Spain today is a leading, competitive sector, with European leadership and committed to …
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On May 18, 2022, the European Commission launched the REPowerEU plan, detailing the actions to be taken to end dependence on Russian fossil fuels while also tackling the climate crisis. We share the conclusions of the webinar of June 1, 2022: Energy Security in the EU: Responding to the effects …
In recent months, the global automotive industry has gone through a period of crisis: from pandemic-induced production stoppages and an accelerated shift to virtual sales to supply chain disruption. In addition, multiple megatrends are impacting the industry - how can suppliers adapt to this rapidly changing market? You can access …
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Critical minerals for the energy transition: a broad and strategic vision is needed, at a political and social level, compatible with nature conservation, linked to the circular economy and the social responsibility of developed countries. Main conclusions of the event Critical minerals for energy transition Minerals are essential components of …
An alternative for the decarbonisation of transport is the use of this type of fuels made from water and CO2 that can be used in any type of vehicle and represent a significant step towards the energy transition. Renewing our consumption habits in relation to mobility is more necessary than …
As of today, the current European regulatory framework on Energy Communities establishes, on the one hand, the definition of Citizen Energy Communities, through the EU Directive 2019 / 944, on common rules for the internal market in electricity and on the other hand, establishes the definition of Renewable Energy Communities, …
Energy communities are presented as an alternative for citizens to participate in the energy transition. They are generally projects based on Renewable Energies that promote consumer empowerment. In the download button you can access the presentation that Ander made at the event "Comunidades energéticas, la apuesta por el autoconsumo" (available …
Electric vehicles, hydrogen vehicles, and those that consume biofuels or synfuels with a low or zero carbon footprint have been presented as the main technological/energy bets to decarbonise the mobility of people in passenger cars. However, what is the real impact of these new alternatives on the carbon footprint of …
In recent years, alternative fuels have begun to be prioritised over fossil fuels. In the automotive sector, the transition to these new energy sources is a revolution that can contribute to the decarbonisation of the sector. But what is the real benefit that these new energy sources can offer in …
The circular economy provides sustainable solutions for the demand of raw material and energy, encourages the reuse of waste, and creates new forms of consumption. Why are we talking about the circular economy? Since the Industrial Revolution, the predominant economic model has been linear, which means goods are produced from …
Power generation using renewable energy is the principal strategy for the energy transition, but it does entail challenges like intermittent supply and storage difficulties. What is renewable energy? Renewable energy sources are sources of energy that are naturally replenished and, therefore, inexhaustible. Among the renewable energy sources are solar energy, …
Carbon capture, use, and storage (CCUS) consists of technological processes for reducing the CO2 in the atmosphere and reusing it as a raw material. What is carbon capture, use, and storage? Carbon capture, use, and storage (CCUS) encompass all technological processes that seek to reduce the CO2 in the atmosphere …
Energy efficiency is considered the first strategy for a global sustainable energy system and key in achieving a short-term energy transition. What is energy efficiency? Differences between energy efficiency, consumption, and energy savings Energy efficiency and savings have a common purpose: to reduce energy consumption. However, their strategies for achieving …
Renewable hydrogen is an important energy vector that contributes to decarbonization and is an alternative to storing renewable energy. What is hydrogen and what is it used for? Renewable hydrogen is an important energy source used as raw material for the production of petrochemical, steel, glass, and fertiliser products. Each …
Innovation and technological development are critical to continue making progress in an energy transition that drives us toward decarbonisation of the economy. We must continue making progress toward decarbonisation of the energy system so that it is neutral in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions while at the same time ensuring supply …
To address the challenge of using the energy transition as a means to decarbonize the economy, we must rely on low-carbon technologies. Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the atmosphere are increasing primarily due to human action and our consumption of fossil fuels. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), energy …
The carbon footprint is the amount of greenhouse gases associated with a product or service. By knowing it, we can offset those emissions with actions. What is the carbon footprint? The carbon footprint is the amount of greenhouse gases that, directly or indirectly, are emitted into the atmosphere as a …
Distributed generation brings energy production closer to consumers, providing many advantages, for example, energy communities. What is distributed generation? Traditionally, electricity in Spain and in the world is generated by large centralised power plants located far from consumption centres and is subsequently transported over high- and medium-voltage lines spanning distances …
The energy transition proposes a new role for the consumer so that they feel an active part of the change, contributing to the fight against climate change. One of the main challenges faced by the energy sector is that of giving consumers a new role so that they feel an …
The energy transition involves changes in the energy model and in the way we consume and move, which affect and impact society. The energy transition contributes significantly to the fight against climate change, since it is associated with the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and other pollutant gases. Additionally, it …
The primary technologies for use in the decarbonization of transportation for the energy transition focus on electrification, the development of carbon-neutral liquid fuels, the development of green hydrogen fuel cells, and the use of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to replace other fossil fuels. The transition towards decarbonised mobility requires specific …