Iberdrola boosts its presence in Italy and reaches 400 MW with a new solar plant in Lazio

 

Iberdrola has acquired a 42 MW solar plant in Lacio, Italiato the promoter CCE Holding to strengthen its generation capacity. The operation allows the company to reach 400 MW in the country, ensuring profitability through long-term contracts integrated into its Strategic Plan 2025-2028.

 

Consolidation of the Etruscan Complex and operational capacity

 

The new photovoltaic infrastructure, located in the region of Lacio, was acquired from CCE Holding, an international firm headquartered in AustriaThis plant stands out for having been operational for less than six months and having Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) already established, which guarantees predictable cash flows from the first moment of integration.

 

With this addition, the so-called Complejo Etrusco The Spanish energy company raises its total capacity to 174 MWThis renewable core is composed of various strategic facilities that reinforce the capillarity of Iberdrola in the central area of ItaliaThis figure is in addition to the project Fenix, which with 243 MW is positioned as the company's largest photovoltaic plant in Italian territory to date.

 

Installation / Project	Capacity (MW)	Location / Context
Lacio (New acquisition)	42 MW	Complejo Etrusco
Montalto di Castro	23 MW	Complejo Etrusco
Tarquinia	33 MW	Complejo Etrusco
Limes 15	33 MW	Complejo Etrusco
Fenix	243 MW	Major project in Italia
Total Capacity Italia	400 MW	Objective reached

 

Alignment with the 2025-2028 Strategic Plan

 

The operation is strictly within the guidelines of Strategic Plan 2025-2028 of the Grupo IberdrolaThis financial and operational program contemplates a total investment of up to 58.000 millones de eurosprioritizing markets with stable, predictable, and attractive regulatory frameworks, in addition to countries that have a strong credit rating.

 

Within this budget, approximately €21.000 billion is specifically allocated to generation projects backed by long-term contracts. According to the company, this acquisition in Italia It follows in the footsteps of other recent international movements, such as:

 

• The acquisition of the wind farm Ararat of 242 MW in Australia.
• The integration of 650 MW of solar energy through the joint venture with Norges.
• Investment in technologies that promote energy self-sufficiency and business competitiveness.

 

The current transaction remains subject to customary closing conditions, but reaffirms the roadmap of Iberdrola to lead the energy transition in key European markets, focusing on decarbonization and security of supply through high-quality assets.

 

 

Key points and frequently asked questions about Iberdrola's expansion in Italy

 

What total capacity has Iberdrola reached in Italy after this purchase?

With the acquisition of the 42 MW plant in LacioThe company has achieved a total generation capacity of 400 MW in the transalpine country.

 

What is the importance of the Etruscan Complex in this operation?

The new plant is integrated into the Complejo Etruscoraising their combined power to 174 MW through various facilities such as Tarquinia, Montalto di Castro y Limes.

 

How does this acquisition fit into the group's finances?

The operation is part of the Strategic Plan 2025-2028, which plans to invest 21.000 billion euros in generation with long-term contracts to ensure stable cash flows in countries with high credit ratings.