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Valencian Government Cuts Renewable Park Approval Time to Six Months and Seeks Cofrentes Nuclear Extension

By accrediting industry bodies to fast-track green projects, the plan builds a foundation for a multi-source energy mix targeting complete independence from external suppliers by 2035.

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Overview

  • The Consell will cut renewable park authorizations from a five-year timeline to six months under the new energy strategy.
  • Regulations designate associations and professional colleges as certified collaborators in processing installation permits.
  • The regional government has urgently requested an extension of the Cofrentes nuclear plant’s operational life on par with Extremadura’s Almaraz facility.
  • Between 2018 and 2023 the Valencian Community added just 100 megawatts of solar capacity and only 27 megawatts in 2024, marking one of Spain’s lowest growth rates.
  • The 'Estrategia energética de la Comunitat Valenciana' outlines 14 priority axes covering generation, distribution, hydrogen and storage to shore up sovereignty goals.