Iberdrola, a global leader in renewable energy, has made a strategic investment in the start-up Revestimientos Técnicos Sostenibles (RTS) through its Perseo programme. This investment focuses on advancing RTS’s innovative solutions in manufacturing insulation and anti-corrosion coatings, with direct applications for offshore wind structures and building energy renovations. The collaboration follows over three years of joint development efforts between the two companies, resulting in the creation of cutting-edge materials aimed at enhancing offshore wind infrastructure and improving the energy efficiency of buildings.
RTS, a Seville-based company founded in 2015, has become a key player in the thermal insulation industry, known for its use of sustainable materials such as cork, hollow ceramic microspheres, and aerogel. These products are designed to protect wind structures from environmental damage and improve the thermal performance of offshore substations. Iberdrola sees significant potential in integrating these materials into its offshore wind farm construction and maintenance, with the aim of improving quality while achieving cost savings. In addition, these solutions are versatile and can be applied to energy renovation projects for buildings, furthering Iberdrola’s commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency.
Iberdrola’s investment in RTS marks an important step in the company’s efforts to lead in the offshore wind sector. The company’s Perseo programme, which has invested over €200 million since its inception in 2008, focuses on supporting start-ups that develop innovative technologies and business models aligned with the company’s sustainability goals. By nurturing technological collaborations with emerging companies like RTS, Iberdrola is working to accelerate the electrification and decarbonisation of the economy.
RTS’s entry into the Perseo portfolio further strengthens Iberdrola’s leadership in the global renewables sector. As the world’s leading electricity company in wind power capacity, Iberdrola has approximately 23,000 MW of installed capacity worldwide. Of this, around 21,000 MW is from onshore wind, which represents 37% of the company’s total capacity. In the first nine months of the year, Iberdrola’s wind power generation reached 33,000 GWh, accounting for more than half of the company’s total renewable production of 63,300 GWh.
Offshore wind power is one of the major growth drivers for Iberdrola, as the company continues to expand its footprint in this sector. Over the past year, Iberdrola’s offshore wind capacity has grown by 47.5%, reaching nearly 2,400 MW. This growth is largely attributed to the successful development of new wind farms in France and Germany, where Iberdrola is positioning itself as a leader in the offshore wind market.
The strategic partnership with RTS underscores Iberdrola’s commitment to advancing technologies that contribute to its renewable energy goals, especially in the offshore wind sector. The new insulation and anti-corrosion solutions developed by RTS are expected to play a key role in enhancing the durability and efficiency of offshore wind projects, ultimately accelerating the transition to cleaner, more sustainable energy sources. Furthermore, the application of these technologies in building energy renovations aligns with Iberdrola’s broader sustainability objectives, including reducing carbon emissions and promoting energy efficiency in the built environment.
By investing in RTS, Iberdrola is not only strengthening its position in the renewables sector but also supporting the broader goals of decarbonising the global economy. The collaboration with RTS represents a significant step in Iberdrola’s strategy to expand its renewable energy portfolio and continue leading the way in the transition to a low-carbon future. With its ongoing investments in innovative technologies and partnerships with emerging companies, Iberdrola is poised to maintain its leadership in the global energy market, driving the adoption of cleaner energy solutions and contributing to the achievement of global sustainability targets.
