Iberdrola Begins Tests to Supply 100% Renewable Steam to Bayer Plant in Spain
- Iberdrola España began testing a 100% renewable steam supply for Bayer’s plant in La Felguera, Spain.
- The project replaces fossil fuels with renewable electricity, targeting annual emissions reductions of about 6,500 metric tons of CO₂.
- Investment exceeded EUR 18 million for Spain’s first large-scale heat electrification project with thermal storage, structured through a heat purchase agreement.
- A 15 MW long-term renewable power purchase agreement and 2.5 MW self-consumption solar installation will cover the plant’s steam requirements.
- Thermal salt storage allows electricity purchases during higher renewable generation and lower prices, supplying steam whenever the plant needs it.
Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. Iberdrola SA published the original content used to generate this news brief on November 05, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein.