Diana Furchtgott-Roth, energy adviser to former U.S. President Donald Trump, claims two solar plants were responsible for Spain’s April blackout and criticizes Europe’s reliance on renewables at a global intelligence forum in Madrid.
Spain’s Energy Minister Sara Aagesen revealed that the April 28 blackout originated in Granada, Badajoz, and Sevilla, likely triggered by overvoltage. Initial findings show cascading disconnections and no evidence of a cyberattack.
Portugal’s energy minister warns that future blackouts like the one on April 28 affecting Spain and Portugal can’t be ruled out, blaming grid management—not renewables—as the cause.
Beatriz Corredor, President of Redeia, dismisses claims that renewables triggered the Iberian blackout and defends Spain’s electric grid as “exemplary.” She urges policymakers not to politicize the energy mix or undermine renewables.
France says a blackout like Spain’s is less likely in its territory thanks to nuclear energy, reigniting the Iberian debate on energy strategy.
The massive power outage in Spain and Portugal has sparked debate over renewable energy. But the real issue lies in outdated infrastructure—not solar or wind.
At least five people died in Spain following the massive blackout that hit the Iberian Peninsula on Monday. Authorities confirmed the power grid was fully restored by Tuesday morning.
Portugal will establish an independent commission and demand an EU audit of the Iberian power grid, holding Spain responsible for the blackout that disrupted both countries.