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We believe in an energy transition that improves lives and enhances biodiversity. #GridsEmpower Europe. Connect with us 👉 linktr.ee/renewablesgrid

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Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 55m

From Europe’s electrification opportunity to offshore wind, Nature-Positive finance and practical solutions, we’re bringing the energy and nature communities together. 📅 30 Nov | SPARKS, Brussels Programme: renewables-grid.eu/resources/an... Register: luma.com/jbbrkcab

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Power & Nature: A conference on accelerating electrification, offshore wind and grids with nature and people as allies - Renewables Grid Initiative

Join us to explore how Europe can accelerate electrification, renewable energy and grid deployment while strengthening nature and delivering benefits for people. Discover how Nature- and People-Positi...

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Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 55m

What if the fastest route to electrification is also the one that works better for nature and people? At #RGIAnnualConference2026, we’ll ask how better planning, engagement and finance can help Europe accelerate renewables and grids - without treating nature and people as trade-offs.

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

4️⃣ dates to save this autumn! 🍂🗓️ RGI's webinar line-up covers everything from nature-positive grids to climate resilience 💡👇 🌿 Biodiversity reporting, 12 Oct ⚡ Climate-proof grids, 15 Oct 🌊 Nature-inclusive scour protection, 04 Nov 🌡️ Climate resilience with DestinE, 12 Nov +Info 👉 buff.ly/TjbWVcE

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Trilogue negotiations on the EU Grids Package have started 🔌 Our explainer answers five questions on the TEN-E revision: from the central scenario to stakeholder engagement and what the proposal doesn't yet fully address. Learn more and read the full explainer 👇 buff.ly/R5SnwoC

Five things you need to know about the revision of the TEN-E Regulation in the European Grids Package - Renewables Grid Initiative

On 10 December 2025, the European Commission published the European Grids Package, including a proposal for the revision of the Trans-European Networks for Energy (TEN-E) Regulation. RGI publishes an…

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

🌍 The 'Empowering All' report finds that while energy transitions are leading to a decentralisation of energy system resources, power structures remain centralised, often leading to local resistance to change and the exclusion of end-user groups. Read recommendations 👇 buff.ly/j3Z6uov

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

🏠 The guidebook 'Applying behavioural insights to unlock residential demand flexibility' showcases that behavioural interventions can meaningfully increase engagement in flexibility programmes and, in some cases, significantly reduce peak demand. Explore findings👇 buff.ly/uGZEfTB

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

New reports from the @iea.org's Technology Collaboration Programme, UsersTCP, showcase how the energy transition succeeds when people are treated as active participants, as flexibility providers on the grid or as users whose voices shape the transition👇🧶

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

💡 During the session, we'll explore how the Grid Innovation Alliance, an initiative of European transmission grid operators, is developing and implementing solutions for climate-proofing the grid. Register now to join the discussion with speakers from the Alliance & @ec.europa.eu 👇 buff.ly/LGoVCEI

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Implementing fast-track solutions for climate-proofing electricity grids: Lessons from the Grid Innovation Alliance. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

As an initiative of 8 European TSOs launched in 2025, the Innovation Alliance aims to jointly accelerate innovation for a more resilient, efficient and forward-looking electricity system. Under the…

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

⛈️ Europe is the fastest-warming continent & extreme weather is increasingly putting electricity grids to the test 💡 Reliable and implementable solutions are urgently needed 🗓️ Join our Webinar on 15 Oct to explore how grid operators can deliver fast-track solutions for climate-proof grids!

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

🍂Before you begin the weekend, check out RGI's latest newsletter! Feat: ⚡RGI, IUCN & GINGR's upcoming POWER & NATURE conference 🌊New OCEaN stakeholder engagement report 📗RGI's 2025 Annual Report 📰 News from @amprion.bsky.social, Elia, IPTO, @redeiacorp.bsky.social Read now: tinyurl.com/RGI-Sept26

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

♻️Circularity to strengthen grid supply chain resilience & sustainability ♻️Practical insights from the pilot between Hitachi & Elia ♻️Collaboration across the value chain as a key enabler Thank you to everyone who joined & contributed to the discussion!🙏 Check the webinar materials👇 buff.ly/SD9EYIC

Resilient & Optimised Grids: Circular transformers for secure grid supply chains - Renewables Grid Initiative

During our third session of the ‘Resilient & Optimised Grids’ Webinar Series, we will dive into Hitachi Energy’s collaboration with Elia Group to close the loop for decommissioned transformers,…

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

📽️ Missed our webinar on circular transformers last week? The recording and presentations are now online! During the 22 September session, we explored Hitachi Energy's collaboration with Elia Group to close the loop on decommissioned transformers, including 👇🧶

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Addressing communities’ economic, social and environmental needs, this practice is one of the examples of #GridsThatConnect, presented in RGI’s brochure on community and local benefits 🤝 Explore more about this and other inspiring practices in RGI’s brochure 👇 renewables-grid.eu/news/brochur...

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RGI launches brochure on community and local benefits - Renewables Grid Initiative

As building and upgrading electricity grids becomes crucial for Europe’s energy transition, community and local benefits can help address social, environmental and economic needs in a meaningful way.…

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

How can grid infrastructure support biodiversity and cultural heritage? 🌍 In Portugal, REN’s Grid Orchards project preserves the endangered Ermelo orange trees within power line corridors, transforming them into productive agricultural spaces 🇵🇹

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

🌊 Leading RWE'S biodiversity strategy, she will bring critical practical insights to Panel 2's discussions, which will explore how nature and community engagement can be seen as enablers for accelerating offshore wind and grid deployment Register to join us in Brussels on 30 Nov 👇 buff.ly/OIX7rJ6

Power & Nature: A Conference on Accelerating Electrification, Offshore Wind and Grids with Nature and People as Allies · Luma

The EU has important goals to accelerate electrification, expand renewable energy and protect and restore biodiversity. At times, these objectives seem to be…

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

📣 Speaker Announcement! We're delighted to share RWE's Natalie Rothausen will join us at RGI's Power & Nature Conference, co-organised with IUCN and the Global Initiative for Nature, Grids and Renewables (GINGR)

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

📘 Our 2025 Annual Report is out! From bird protection in the field to COP30 and the European Grids Package: how RGI turned the energy transition's toughest questions into workable answers. Read the full report 👇 buff.ly/syO4xQD

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

🚗 Smart charging and EV load management could save € 10.6 billion for distribution grids. A modelling study from Siemens of 64 European cities found that all of them will need grid reinforcement by 2030 as electric vehicle numbers grow 3.8 times. +Info at @eiturbanmobility.eu 👇 buff.ly/NZnsVyz

Smarter grids can save Europe €10.6 billion in grid investment while accelerating the transition to electric mobility - EIT Urban Mobility

Europe could save more than €10.6 billion in electricity grid investment by making smarter use of existing grid capacity as electric vehicle uptake grows according to modelling conducted by Siemens.…

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

🔍 @eib.org is investing €19 million in Reactive Technologies, whose GridVerix platform delivers real-time measurements of grid stability. It helps operators integrate more wind and solar, connect large users and reduce the risk of outages and costs for consumers. Read more 👇 buff.ly/tv4BTIE

EIB acts to strengthen Europe's power grids with €19 million in financing for Reactive Technologies | Corporate - EQS News

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Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

🔋 RWE plans to build a 400MW battery in the Netherlands, capable of covering the evening peak demand. Working with TenneT, it will help relieve congestion & create space on the grid for new users, while storing surplus wind power for when it is needed +Info 👇 buff.ly/RpaFcen

RWE to build 400 MW battery to ease grid congestion in Noord-Brabant

RWE has taken final investment decision to build one of the largest battery energy storage systems in the Netherlands.

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Europe's grids are #PoweringProgress with smart planning, flexibility, and innovation unlocking the full potential of the infrastructure ⚡ Here is a round of good news to brighten up your Monday! 👇🧶

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

⭐ More info & registration: lnkd.in/dvCtUzWG 💡Have you read the 'Shared Seas, Shared Decisions' report yet? Check it out and get your questions ready for tomorrow's webinar 👇 offshore-coalition.eu/launch-of-re...

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Launch of Report: Shared Seas, Shared Decisions - OCEaN

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Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

📢 1 day to go! You're invited to RGI & OCEaN's webinar tomorrow to celebrate the launch of a new OCEaN report 🎉 The 📄 dives into stakeholder engagement efforts for offshore wind & grids, outlining concrete approaches at MSP & project level + sharing principles to create meaningful engagement.

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Join the event to accompany the discussion on the future of Europe’s power systems 👇 📅 7 October 2026 📍 Location: The Movenpick, Amsterdam 🔗 Learn more and register here: buff.ly/9Y0SKdi

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Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

🚀 Exciting News! We are thrilled to announce that RGI’s CEO, Antonella Battaglini, will join the Energy Grid Intelligence Summit Europe as a panellist for the session 'From operators to orchestrators: reimagining the role of TSOs'

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

💡Ambitious climate policy isn’t just good for the planet: it’s in Germany’s and the EU’s own interest A new report by @ariadneprojekt.bsky.social consortium highlights that decarbonisation can reduce dependence on fossil fuel imports, lower geopolitical risks & improve trade More👇 buff.ly/fp9j3d6

Ambitious climate policy pays off for Germany's and EU's own interests – report | Clean Energy Wire

Journalism for the energy transition

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

🌡️ From forest fires to lost productivity, the economic toll of climate inaction is becoming impossible to ignore. Beyond the environmental impact, @greenpeace.de estimates that heat and drought this summer could cost Germany tens of billions. +Info 👇 buff.ly/NV3xQuN

Heat and drought could cost Germany tens of billions of euros this summer – Greenpeace | Clean Energy Wire

Journalism for the energy transition

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

💰 Germany spends €66 billion annually on climate-damaging subsidies, particularly in transport Calls for reform grow louder as these subsidies undermine climate targets and strain budgets, a report from the think tank Green Budget Germany (FÖS) highlights. More 👇 buff.ly/ctAvY2t

Germany spends €66bln on climate-damaging subsidies – report | Clean Energy Wire

Journalism for the energy transition

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

⚠️ In the first half of this year, slow emissions cuts put Germany at risk of missing the 2026 climate target Without accelerated action, the country may fall short of its legally binding goals, reports citing @agoraew.bsky.social's report. +Info👇 buff.ly/OdejF0v

Slow emissions cuts put Germany at risk of missing 2026 climate target – think tank | Clean Energy Wire

Journalism for the energy transition

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Germany has unveiled a roadmap to phase out fossil fuels by 2045🌏 Increasing renewables to 80% of electricity generation by 2030, the plan is a first step towards stronger climate action, but more is needed, @theguardian.com reports👉 buff.ly/pJN1qWQ Other news support the need for implementation👇🧶

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Want to learn more? Join our webinar co-organised with the Offshore Coalition for Energy and Nature (OCEaN) – North & Baltic Sea to dive deeper into the report, hear from organisations featured within its pages & take part in a discussion with expert speakers on 29 Sept! Register👇️ buff.ly/OH9lc1E

OCEaN Webinar: Shared Seas, Shared Decisions - OCEaN

Europe is seeking to accelerate offshore wind and grid development while also meeting biodiversity protection and restoration objectives and ensuring that marine space remains available for…

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

🫂OCEaN's new report on stakeholder engagement is out now! The report explores existing practices, recommendations & policies related to stakeholder engagement for offshore wind & grids in Europe’s northern seas - during both spatial planning & project development. Read the report👉️ buff.ly/LrmBRNJ

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Addressing communities’ economic, social and environmental needs, this practice is one of the examples of #GridsThatConnect, presented in RGI’s brochure on community and local benefits 🤝 Explore more about this and other inspiring practices in RGI’s brochure 👇 renewables-grid.eu/news/brochur...

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RGI launches brochure on community and local benefits - Renewables Grid Initiative

As building and upgrading electricity grids becomes crucial for Europe’s energy transition, community and local benefits can help address social, environmental and economic needs in a meaningful way.…

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

How can grid infrastructure projects create long-term educational and employment opportunities? 🌍 🇮🇹 In Italy, Terna’s T-Lab Master’s Programme, developed with three Italian universities, supports education and employability for communities near the Tyrrhenian Link project.

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

💡 With years of experience in climate justice and a sustainable transition, Chiara brings invaluable insights to the Panel exploring how Europe can accelerate electrification for a competitive, secure, and modernised future, while aligning with nature and people Join us in Brussels👇 buff.ly/OIX7rJ6

Power & Nature: A Conference on Accelerating Electrification, Offshore Wind and Grids with Nature and People as Allies · Luma

The EU has important goals to accelerate electrification, expand renewable energy and protect and restore biodiversity. At times, these objectives seem to be…

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

📣 Speaker Announcement! We’re thrilled to share that @caneurope.org's @chiaramartinelli.bsky.social will join RGI's Power & Nature Conference, co-organised with IUCN & GINGR!

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Want to be the first to read the report? 💡Register for OCEaN's mailing list to get the report sent directly to your inbox when its launched: renewables-grid.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=...

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

📣We'll present the report's findings & recommendations on stakeholder engagement & highlight case studies with expert speakers from: 🇪🇺@ec.europa.eu 🌱@wwf.be ⚡RTE (🇫🇷's TSO) 🌊Ørsted Join us to learn how early, impactful engagement can support a nature- & people-friendly offshore energy transition!

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

🚨1 week to go🚨 The RGI-OCEaN webinar 'Shared Seas, Shared Decisions' is coming up fast! Register now to learn about OCEaN's new report diving into stakeholder engagement approaches for offshore wind & grids at both the MSP & project level in Europe's northern seas. Register👇️ buff.ly/pQUYY3Y

OCEaN Webinar: Shared Seas, Shared Decisions - OCEaN

Europe is seeking to accelerate offshore wind and grid development while also meeting biodiversity protection and restoration objectives and ensuring that marine space remains available for…

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

During the session, we will dive into Hitachi Energy's pilot initiative with Elia Group to recover critical materials from decommissioned transformers 💡 🔗 Register now to join the discussion and learn more about the potential of circularity for grid supply chains! 👇 buff.ly/EytPFG1

Resilient & Optimised Grids: Circular transformers for secure grid supply chains - Renewables Grid Initiative

During our third session of the ‘Resilient & Optimised Grids’ Webinar Series, we will dive into Hitachi Energy’s collaboration with Elia Group to close the loop for decommissioned transformers,…

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Last chance to register for tomorrow's webinar & join us for @climategroup.bsky.social's Climate Week NYC to explore circularity for a resilient transition! ♻️ Invited experts will share how circular transformers can help grid operators reduce impacts while also strengthening their supply chains 💪

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

On 15 Oct, RGI's Best Practice webinar will dive into two of the Alliance's projects, focusing on downbursts and rockfall, which threaten electricity infrastructure 💡 We will also hear from @ec.europa.eu on advancing climate innovation for a more resilient energy system 🇪🇺 Join us 👉 buff.ly/81pC78m

Implementing fast-track solutions for climate-proof power grids: Lessons from the Grid Innovation Alliance - Renewables Grid Initiative

Organised by RGI in collaboration with the Grid Innovation Alliance Increasing impacts of climate change and extreme weather events on electricity grids require fast but reliable and implementable…

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

How can grid operators prepare for extreme weather impacts on Europe’s energy system? ⛈️ As extreme weather events like storms, floods, and heatwaves increase, they are impacting the energy system To develop fast-track solutions, 8 European TSOs created the Grid Innovation Alliance 🤝

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

🗺️ The session will explore our new Nature-Positive Reporting Navigator, a tool to help practitioners understand their current reporting position and identify steps towards stronger biodiversity performance Register now 👉 buff.ly/mBotnWY

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Beyond Compliance: Navigating Biodiversity Reporting for a Nature-Positive Energy Transition - Renewables Grid Initiative

Organised by GINGR As renewable energy and electricity grid infrastructure expand globally, expectations for credible and comparable biodiversity reporting are growing. Yet companies face an…

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

How can biodiversity reporting help renewable energy developers and grid operators turn Nature-Positive ambitions into practical action? 🤔 Join our upcoming webinar co-organised with the Global Initiative for Nature, Grids and Renewables (GINGR) 🫚 🗓️ 12 October 2026 | 🕓 14:00-15:00 CET

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Addressing communities’ economic, social and environmental needs, this practice is one of the examples of #GridsThatConnect, presented in RGI’s brochure on community and local benefits 🤝 Explore more about this and other inspiring practices in RGI’s brochure 👇 renewables-grid.eu/news/brochur...

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RGI launches brochure on community and local benefits - Renewables Grid Initiative

As building and upgrading electricity grids becomes crucial for Europe’s energy transition, community and local benefits can help address social, environmental and economic needs in a meaningful way.…

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

How can grid infrastructure projects deliver tangible benefits to local communities? 🌍 In Scotland, @ssentransmission.bsky.social’s Community Benefit Funds support local communities near grid projects 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 🌱 As an example, the Growspace Network received £5,000 to create a community gardening space

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

We'll present its findings, recommendations on engagement undertaken during MSP processes & project development + select case studies featured in the report. 📺️ Register now to learn how early, impactful engagement can support a nature- & people-friendly offshore energy transition👇️ buff.ly/RN7zaYG

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Shared seas, shared decisions: stakeholder engagement in offshore wind and grid planning . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

Over the past year, RGI and Members of the Offshore Coalition for Energy and Nature (OCEaN) has been exploring stakeholder engagement approaches in the North and Baltic Seas, collecting inspiring…

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

🌊 🫶 Have you registered to hear about Shared Seas, Shared Decisions? RGI and OCEaN's upcoming webinar will celebrate the launch of a new report diving into stakeholder engagement approaches for offshore wind and electricity grids in the North and Baltic Seas.

Renewables Grid Initiative @renewablesgrid.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

🌍 Africa’s solar revolution is underway, with 36 out of 54 countries expected to install record amounts of solar in 2026. Official statistics often miss the distributed nature of this growth, but solar is enabling communities to achieve energy independence. Ember's report 👉 buff.ly/PAKbwAo

The take-off in African solar that official statistics can't yet see | Ember

Africa installs a record 17 GW of solar in 2026 - three-quarters of it is distributed solar, which is largely invisible.