Solar photovoltaic changes in the week of September 14
In the week of September 14, solar photovoltaic generation fell across all major European electricity markets compared with the previous week. Portugal recorded the largest drop, down 10%, after two consecutive weeks of growth. France and Germany saw declines of 6.2% and 5.4%, respectively, while Spain fell by 4.4%. Italy posted the smallest decrease at 1.0%.
Germany, France, Spain and Italy all recorded lower solar generation for the second consecutive week. The figures reflect week-on-week changes across these markets during the period ending after September 14. No other market figures were provided beyond the major countries listed.
AleaSoft outlook for solar from the week beginning September 21
For the week beginning September 21, AleaSoft Energy Forecasting expects solar generation to increase in Germany, Spain and Italy. The forecast covers changes relative to the prior period, with direction of movement specified for these three markets. No expectations were stated for Portugal or France in the provided information.
Wind power developments during the third week of September
During the third week of September, wind power generation increased across most major European electricity markets compared with the previous week. Portugal recorded the strongest growth, with output rising by 49%. Germany followed with a 43% increase after wind generation had declined in the previous week.
France reported a 10% increase after two consecutive weeks of declines, while Spain’s wind generation rose by 7.4%. Portugal and Spain recorded higher wind output for a second consecutive week. Italy was the only major market moving in the opposite direction, with wind generation falling by 16% after increasing during the previous week.
AleaSoft wind forecast for the week beginning September 21
For the week beginning September 21, AleaSoft Energy Forecasting expects lower wind generation in Germany, France, Portugal and Spain. In contrast, AleaSoft forecasts an increase in Italy for wind power output over the same starting date. The forecast statements specify market direction without providing percentage changes.