In the second semester of 2012, the Chamber of Commerce of Lanzarote and La Graciosa installed the first photostation in the Canary Islands, one of the pioneers in Spain, with the aim of promoting private self-consumption and sustainable mobility on the island.
Now, more than a decade later, the evolution of the energy model and the deterioration of the structure have led to its withdrawal, marking the end of a stage and the beginning of new initiatives in renewable energies.
More than 12 years later, the photostation has fallen into disuse, especially after the launch of a shared self-consumption photovoltaic plant that supplies the two buildings of the Chamber and a new charging point for electric vehicles with greater power. In addition, the inclement weather has deteriorated the structure, which has motivated its definitive dismantling.
Towards the first energy community of Lanzarote
"This withdrawal symbolizes a change in the energy priorities of the island. While previously the focus was on promoting private self-consumption, today the trend is towards shared and collective self-consumption, promoting more efficient and accessible solutions for citizens and companies," declare from the Chamber.
In this context, the Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with the Cabildo de Lanzarote through the Single Window for Renewable Energies (VUER), is working with local public administrations for the creation of the first energy community on the island.
This initiative, called Local Energy Community (CEL) "TODA" Lanzarote, is expected to materialize throughout 2025. Its objective is to serve as a model for future energy communities in the region, accelerating the transition towards a more sustainable energy model.
A model of shared and accessible energy
The Energy Community "TODA" Lanzarote will allow the installation of photovoltaic systems in public buildings, whose benefits will be available to citizens and SMEs of the island. This will allow many people who until now have not been able to have their own photovoltaic installation to benefit from shared self-consumption.
