Spanish investigators are probing the massive blackouts across Spain and Portugal, seeking information from the grid operator REE and private energy companies. The government, led by Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, has also launched its own investigation.
REE denies solar power was to blame, pinpointing the outage to generation losses in southwestern substations. The grid operator emphasizes the stability of renewable technologies.
Before the blackout, solar energy accounted for 53% of electricity production. The government is requesting detailed data from power companies. An industry source cited a lack of stable power sources as a key issue.
Political opponents criticize the government's response, calling for an independent investigation. REE had previously warned of outage risks related to integrating renewables.
The government is seeking significant investment to upgrade the grid. Experts suggest the blackout may have resulted from a lack of stable power and an excess of unstable sources.
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