In 2020, Spain approved the Long-Term Decarbonisation Strategy (ELP 2050), which aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2050. This initiative supports the development of energy communities, enhances energy storage capabilities, and facilitates local energy generation and distribution.
In this new context, Visalia aims to be a key player in the fight against climate change in future cities.
Thanks to the proximity solar community model, Visalia installs solar panels on the roofs of resident’s associations, , commercial premises, or industrial warehouses to generate and consume energy produced on-site.
This new approach to producing and consuming energy in urban areas not only offers significant benefits for customers but also plays a crucial role in the fight against climate change.
Current situation in Spain
In 2024, the world emitted 41.6 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere (41.6 GtCO₂), marking a new historical record. Of that total, 37.4 billion tonnes (37.4 GtCO₂) originated from the combustion of fossil fuels, according to the latest report from the Global Carbon Project.
Spain ranks fourth among the countries that have reduced these types of emissions. These are data published by Eurostat covering the period from 2015 to 2024.
The overall burden of these costs is greater for conventional energy sources than for renewable energy sources. In Spain, the Long-Term Decarbonisation Strategy (ELP 2050) was approved, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2050. This strategy supports the establishment of energy communities, promotes energy storage, and facilitates the local generation and distribution of energy.
CO₂ emissions
Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in Spain increased by 1% compared to 2023, according to data from the latest report published by the Sustainability Observatory.
Energy Sources
The use of harmful energy sources is predominant
2050 goal
Achieve a 90% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions
Energy conservation
Energy savings occur when individuals in a community, or a single individual, reduce energy consumption while continuing to engage in these activities, thereby lowering the associated costs. For example, a reduction in the electricity bill by harnessing the necessary energy from solar panels, whilst still using the washing machine or watching television.
What is the environmental impact of local solar communities?
Energy conservation
Generate the necessary energy in line with the building’s demand, while also having the capacity to store this energy for when it is needed, thereby creating a collective benefit.
Efficiency and flexibility
The installation of solar panels in an energy community is intended for residents’ associations; it is applicable to public buildings, office complexes, industrial estates, and sports facilities…
Urban Development Planning
EIt is possible to create solar maps for each city to optimise the use of natural light, identifying shaded areas based on height, studying the peak hours for energy generation, analysing data, and more.