Iberdrola Spain Partners with Agri-Food Cooperatives to Promote Sustainable Development in Castilla-La Mancha

Strategic Insights -

A recent conference organized by Agri-Food Cooperatives of Castilla-La Mancha and sponsored by Iberdrola Spain highlighted the need for electrification in rural areas to enhance competitiveness in the agri-food sector. The event, held at the Regional Institute of Research and Development of Agro-food and Forestry of Castilla-La Mancha, aimed to promote the adoption of sustainable energy solutions and practices among agri-food cooperatives and industries. The partnership between Iberdrola Spain and the cooperative movement is part of the company's commitment to supporting the decarbonization of the economy and promoting sustainable development in the region.

Key Takeaways:

  • Iberdrola Spain partnered with Agri-Food Cooperatives of Castilla-La Mancha to promote the use of renewable energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable practices in the agri-food sector.
  • The partnership aims to support the decarbonization of the economy and promote sustainable development in Castilla-La Mancha.
  • The conference was attended by around 50 professionals from the cooperative sector in Castilla-La Mancha, and topics such as Energy Saving Certificates (EACs), solar energy communities, electric vehicle charging points, and heat pumps for buildings were discussed.
  • Iberdrola Spain explained how it manages Energy Saving Certificates (CAEs) comprehensively, allowing companies and cooperatives to partially or fully recover their investment costs.
  • ATuAire offered turnkey models that integrate technology, financing, and maintenance, preventing customers from having to make an initial investment.
  • Photovoltaic self-consumption and solar communities represent a real opportunity for the agri-food sector, generating energy savings and clean energy.
  • The event also addressed electric mobility as an essential vector for decarbonization, presented by Santiago Blanco, Head of Smart Mobility Product.
  • Iberdrola showcased success stories of energy-efficient home renovations, resulting in a 70% reduction in energy consumption and more than a 70% reduction in CO2 emissions.

Statistics:

  • There are more than 450 agri-food cooperatives in Castilla-La Mancha, with over 160,000 members, representing an essential pillar of the economic and social development of the region.
  • Iberdrola Spain managed Energy Saving Certificates (CAEs) comprehensively, allowing companies and cooperatives to partially or fully recover their investment costs.
  • Projects that can benefit from the CAE system encompass many types of actions, such as boiler replacements, aerothermal installations, and insulation improvements.
  • ATuAire offered 100% financed projects, with payments made in installments and access to subsidies and CAE sales.
  • The conference was attended by around 50 professionals from the cooperative sector in Castilla-La Mancha.

Sources:

  • Iberdrola España
  • Agri-Food Cooperatives of Castilla-La Mancha