European and GB Quarterly Reports

Your energy market update – Q1 2025

Access exclusive insights into renewable trends, fossil fuel transitions, and market pricing – tailored for energy professionals across Europe and Great Britain.

Stay ahead with Montel's latest electricity market insights. Our Q1 2025 reports unpack the key trends shaping power markets across Europe and Great Britain from January to March. Whether you're managing risk, forecasting prices, or planning strategy, these reports give you the clarity you need.

 

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Energy market movements: January to March 2025

Lower renewables, rising fossil fuel use across Europe

European electricity market – key trends

  • Renewables fall: Wind and hydro dropped sharply. Total output was 335.9TWh, down 11.8% from Q4.

  • Solar climbs: New Q1 record at 45.7TWh, driven by more installed capacity.

  • Fossil fuels rise: Output increased 23% from Q4 to 242.9TWh.

  • Negative prices grow: SE2 (Sweden) saw 195 hours at zero or below.

  • Price spikes: Cold, calm weather lifted prices above €470/MWh in SE Europe.

  • Gas volatility: TTF peaked at €58.35/MWh, averaging €46.79/MWh for the quarter.

Great Britain electricity market – Q1 summary

  • Gas output up: CCGT rose 13% to 26.8TWh – highest Q1 since 2021.

  • Wind slumps: Output dropped 11% year-on-year to 22.3TWh.

  • Price swings: Day-ahead peaked at £620/MWh; 12 negative hours.

  • Demand increase: Averaged 30.7GW, up 6% from Q4.

  • Net imports: Totalled 7.8TWh, led by France and Norway.

  • Milder March: Warm weather eased demand and prices.

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