• 22 April 2025
  • Market: Gas & Power, Net Zero

A winter marked by low wind and several cold snaps has left hydropower reserves across much of Europe below long-term averages heading into summer, while recent higher temperatures have hindered snowfall. Meanwhile, solar capacity additions in many countries have continued at a strong pace. Ahead of summer, this paper considers factors that may impact prices across the region.

Download the white paper to find out:

  • How low hydro stocks in multiple countries could affect market dynamics.
  • The impact of slow demand recovery and the growth of solar on markets.
  • Risk factors affecting markets during peak demand periods in summer.
  • How new interconnection and plant capacity could shape flows.

European Electricity market

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