How to effectively deploy
Smart Grids in Spain?

The market challenges in Spain

Since 2020, Spain has stepped up its efforts to modernise its energy infrastructure, notably through the National Integrated Plan for Energy and Climate (PNIEC) for 2021-2030, revised 2023, which aims to 74% of electricity from renewable sources by 2030. 

To support this transformation, the European Union plans to invest 584 billion euros in electricity networks by 2030, including 170 billion dedicated to scanning.

This transformation of energy infrastructure is necessary to achieve global carbon neutrality targets.

The Distribution Network Managers (GRD) are engaged in modernization and digitization plans. They advocate that the “Next Generation” funds dedicated to renewable energies should also be invested in the modernisation of electricity infrastructure, which could accelerate investments in the coming years. 

In this context, the GRD’s will need to invest heavily in Smart Grids. Low voltage output monitoring, cyber security and automation of substations, especially in low voltage, become a priority to ensure quality of supply and meet customer expectations for network management and monitoring.

LACROIX experience in Germany and Spain

With a presence in several markets, LACROIX continues to develop its expertise in Germany and Spain.

Although the Spanish distribution network is stable and robust, the massive integration of renewable energy and increased electrification could threaten the stability of the system if appropriate measures are not taken.

The implementation of digital control systems is an indispensable lever to meet these challenges and accompany the energy transformation of the country.

The alignment of LACROIX solutions with the needs of the Spanish market

The energy transition in Spain, supported by investments in renewable energies, requires smart infrastructures capable of managing new energy flows.

LACROIX stands out through its activity Environment, by virtue of its ability to modernize critical water and energy infrastructures, Spain and internationally.

LACROIX provides equipment and connected and secure solutions for remote management of electricity networks, but also water systems management, Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, as well as street lighting. 

In parallel, the activity Electronics of LACROIX strengthens this management through the design and manufacture of industrial IoT solutions.

These solutions enable remote infrastructure management and optimization to meet the growing need for digitization of electrical networks, thus improving energy efficiency.

Spain, committed to reducing its carbon emissions by 43% by 2030, is focusing on the gradual closure of coal-fired power plants and increasing investment in renewable energy, particularly in medium/low voltage infrastructures.  

With its international experience and mastery of the Spanish market, LACROIX supports this transition by providing IoT solutions to modernize medium/low voltage power networks, contributing to smarter infrastructure and climate goals.