Iberdrola: Spanish Watchdog Finds No Direct Link Between Plant Anomalies and Blackout

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The CEO of Iberdrola Spain clarified that while the national watchdog CNMC identified anomalous behaviors at several of its power plants, it has not established a direct causal link to last year's major blackout. These comments were made to address the company's position regarding ongoing regulatory investigations into grid stability and plant performance. Iberdrola emphasized that the watchdog's findings do not implicate the utility provider as the primary cause of the widespread power failure. The statement serves as a strategic move to mitigate regulatory and reputational risks following the CNMC's report. However, the mention of operational anomalies ensures that the company remains under close scrutiny by both regulators and investors.