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Grid resilience and energy storage are the cornerstones of Spain's energy future. The European Regional Development Funds are a key tool to accelerate this transition, and Power Electronics' Grid Forming technology&nbsp;stands out&nbsp;as the most advanced solution to maximize financing opportunities and guarantee grid stability.&nbsp;Spain’s energy transition roadmap has entered an execution phase that demands not only generation capacity but also grid resilience and stability. In this context, the European Union has mobilized European Regional Development Funds (ERDF) as a&nbsp;strategic&nbsp;instrument, with a goal that goes beyond the mere installation of renewables: strengthening a robust European value chain.&nbsp;This dual focus on funding tied to local sourcing and advanced technology positions European manufacturers like Power Electronics as the preferred choice, offering project developers a double advantage: compliance with regulations and leading technological performance.&nbsp;ERDF&nbsp;Funds:&nbsp;Boosting&nbsp;the&nbsp;European&nbsp;Value&nbsp;Chain&nbsp;ERDF funds, managed in Spain by the Spanish Institute for Energy Diversification and Saving (IDAE), aim to incentivize investment in storage technologies that reinforce Europe’s economy and industrial capacity. As a result, the origin of components and technology are key evaluation criteria. In parallel with the growing demand to hybridize operational solar plants, the high flexibility offered by Power Electronics' products makes them the&nbsp;optimal&nbsp;solution for DC coupling through DC/DC converters.&nbsp;Power Electronics meets all the requirements necessary for its clients to qualify for the&nbsp;maximum&nbsp;applicable score in the ERDF assessment criteria, simply by choosing proven European technology. This scoring is critical and is broken down into contributions to the battery value chain (PCS power electronics, electrical system and protection, and O&amp;M).&nbsp;Grid&nbsp;Forming:&nbsp;The&nbsp;Technology&nbsp;That&nbsp;Maximizes&nbsp;Scoring&nbsp;Within the IDAE's innovation and demonstrative character criteria, Grid Forming capability is awarded up to 1 point. This advanced technology allows energy storage inverters not only to follow the grid but also to actively form it and simulate traditional synchronous generators’ behavior. It provides inertia, frequency control, and Black Start Capability following an outage. These features have become a technically necessary and act as essential financing lever in the energy system in Spain.&nbsp;For Power Electronics, the PCSM battery inverter is the pivotal equipment in this ecosystem. The PCSM solution is distinguished by its modular design and&nbsp;high power&nbsp;density, which&nbsp;simplify&nbsp;installation and maintenance. Furthermore, its advanced technology is specifically engineered to deliver the most&nbsp;cutting-edge&nbsp;Grid Forming functionalities, ensuring grid stability and resilience under any operating&nbsp;condition.&nbsp;From&nbsp;Australia&nbsp;to&nbsp;the&nbsp;Balearic&nbsp;and&nbsp;Canary&nbsp;Islands:&nbsp;Proven&nbsp;Technology&nbsp;While many industry players&nbsp;remain&nbsp;in the simulation phase for Grid Forming functionalities, Power Electronics&nbsp;operates&nbsp;with proven technology. The Spanish multinational has been actively engaged for years in mature markets like Australia, where Grid Forming technology is a requirement.&nbsp;This international experience translates into large-scale projects on Spanish soil. In the Balearic Islands, Power Electronics has equipped the country's largest battery storage plants&nbsp;located&nbsp;in Mercadal (Menorca) and San Antonio (Ibiza). In collaboration with Red&nbsp;Eléctrica&nbsp;de España, Spain's TSO, these facilities total 200 MW using Grid Forming technology, setting a benchmark in grid resilience and stability.&nbsp;Additionally,&nbsp;Power&nbsp;Electronics’ PCSK inverter is part of the&nbsp;ViSync&nbsp;project in the Canary Islands. The storage solution will connect to the high-voltage transmission network of the Lanzarote-Fuerteventura electrical system,&nbsp;operating&nbsp;as an integrated grid asset. Its mission will be to offer a wide range of services to ensure the safe operation of the grid and&nbsp;facilitate&nbsp;greater penetration of renewable energy. The system will feature 16 MW of power (18.8&nbsp;MVA&nbsp;apparent&nbsp;maximum power) and 3.45 MWh of storage capacity.&nbsp;Genera:&nbsp;The&nbsp;Meeting&nbsp;Point&nbsp;for&nbsp;Energy Storage&nbsp;Energy storage is&nbsp;consolidating&nbsp;its role as a key element in the energy transition, and projects that integrate Grid Forming technology and solutions aligned with ERDF criteria have a significant competitive advantage.&nbsp;Genera, the International Energy and Environment Trade Fair, will take place at IFEMA Madrid from November 18 to 20, 2025. It is the ideal setting to explore the growth of storage, the hybridization of renewable plants, and European funding opportunities.&nbsp;Power Electronics will be&nbsp;exhibit&nbsp;at Booth 10D21 – Hall 10,&nbsp;showcasing&nbsp;its solutions for energy storage and electric mobility. In addition to the PCSM battery inverter, the DC/DC converter will be on display, and the E-Mobility division team will present the Standalone NB 400 charger, the NB Station, and the Megawatt Charging System (MCS), designed for high-power applications.&nbsp;

Advanced Energy Storage Solutions: Power Electronics and the PCSM Inverter within the ERDF Framework

The multinational company showcased its complete portfolio of solutions in solar, energy storage, and electric mobility at All Energy Australia 2025—technologies designed to reinforce grid stability and accelerate Australia’s transition to an 82% renewable grid by 2030.﻿Power Electronics marked a significant milestone at All Energy Australia 2025, held in Melbourne on October 29–30.The two-day exhibition served as a strategic platform for the multinational to engage with industry leaders and showcase its broad portfolio of solutions tailored to Australia’s energy transition. The event reinforced Power Electronics’ position as a benchmark in renewable energy innovation across the Southern Hemisphere.Commitment to the Australian MarketPower Electronics’ strong local presence and deep market experience were a central theme at the event. David O'Donoghue, Managing Director of Power Electronics Australia, emphasized the company’s crucial role in the region:"Australia is a vital market for the global energy transition, and our long-standing local presence is key. With over 30 years of experience here, our dedicated Australian team, backed by our global expertise, is uniquely positioned to deliver the high-tech, reliable solutions needed to secure an 82% renewable grid by 2030. Our success at All Energy Australia confirms the market’s demand for high-quality technology and robust local support." This commitment is reflected in tangible milestones: over 8 GW of solar and BESS projects deployed, 5 GW commissioned in the last 12 months, and participation in major 500 MW+ BESS initiatives.Grid Forming: A Game-Changer for Grid StabilityAs Australia moves toward its ambitious goal of reaching 82% renewable electricity by 2030, the challenge of maintaining grid stability becomes increasingly critical. Historically, the grid has relied on large synchronous generators from fossil fuel plants to provide inherent stability. But with the rise of solar and battery energy storage systems (BESS), new solutions are required to ensure a resilient and reliable network.Power Electronics is leading this transformation with its Grid Forming solutions—a breakthrough approach that enables renewable energy systems to behave like traditional power plants. Unlike conventional inverters that simply follow the grid’s voltage and frequency, Grid Forming inverters can establish and maintain their own stable voltage, allowing them to support, stabilize, and even restore the grid after a blackout.This capability is especially relevant in Australia, a global leader in renewable energy integration. With a high volume of large-scale solar and BESS projects, and a grid undergoing rapid decentralization, Grid Forming is not just an innovation—it’s a strategic necessity. This technical excellence is further cemented by the Active Harmonic Filtering feature now available with the GEN 3 Plus solutions. In addition, Power Electronics technology is now Data Centers Ready, with UPS mode, extending its reliability to critical infrastructures that demand continuous power supply.“Australia is not just adopting new solutions; it's actively shaping the future of the grid,” said Ander García, Grid Connection Manager. “The level of maturity and the sheer scale of the projects here make it a vital market for us to be in.”At the core of Power Electronics’ Grid Forming offering is the PCSM battery inverter, a high-performance solution with power ratings of up to 5.15 MVA. It supports up to four independent Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), multiple voltage levels, and operates efficiently across a wide range of environmental conditions. Its advanced control features and overload capacity make it ideal for demanding Grid Forming applications.Complementing the PCSM is the Reverse DC Coupling architecture, which connects the DC/DC converter directly to the inverter. This setup enables seamless integration of solar PV and batteries, optimizing energy flows and enhancing system flexibility—critical for hybrid projects that require both reliability and scalability.These Grid Forming solutions are already delivering results on the ground, positioning Power Electronics as a key partner in some of Australia’s most ambitious BESS initiatives.Electric Mobility and Strategic ExpansionBeyond grid solutions, Power Electronics also presented its latest Electric Mobility solutions, including the NB Station, the Standalone NB 400 ultra-fast charger, and its Megawatt Charging System (MCS) for heavy-duty electric vehicle fleets—reinforcing its role in the decarbonization of transport.In line with the growing demand for sustainable mobility, the company is expanding its business development team in Australia, with the goal of accelerating the deployment of its eMobility solutions across the region. This strategic move reflects Power Electronics’ commitment to supporting the electrification of transport infrastructure and offering high-performance charging solutions tailored to local needs.By combining its expertise in power electronics with a strong local presence, the company is positioned to play a key role in enabling large-scale EV adoption and supporting Australia’s broader energy transition.

Power Electronics Drives Australia’s Renewable Future at All Energy Exhibition

The multinational Spanish company proudly participated as both a sponsor and a team in the charity race.&nbsp;Last Sunday, October 19, Valencia, the city hosting Power Electronics’ headquarters,&nbsp;mobilized for a vital cause. The company participated in the Valencia Contra el Cáncer race, a 100% charity event supporting oncology research.&nbsp;In addition to being official sponsors, the Valencian multinational involved its team in the race, demonstrating its commitment to health and cancer prevention. Every step taken through the streets of Valencia became a direct gesture of support for research and a sign of hope for thousands of people.&nbsp;Beyond the Race: A Continuing Commitment on Campus&nbsp;The fight against cancer is a long-distance race. Therefore, coinciding with World Breast Cancer Day, Power Electronics launched an internal breast cancer awareness campaign to educate and debunk myths about the disease.&nbsp;The central action of the campaign took place on the Campus on October 13 and 14, offering employees breast check-ups with a special focus on early detection. Each check-up consisted of two phases: an ultrasound performed by a specialist, followed by the interpretation of the results, ensuring complete and safe follow-up for every participant.&nbsp;Health and Well-Being: The Priority for Power Electronics&nbsp;This initiative is part of the company's global health promotion strategy, which aims to foster well-being and prevention among all individuals within the group. From skin cancer screenings to blood donation drives, their goal is to create a work environment where health and safety are always a priority.

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